Yin Yoga Teacher Training Gold Coast June 2025

Expand your understanding of Yin Yoga and equip yourself to share its transformative benefits with others.

Join us for an enriching 5-day immersive course in June 2024 at Boheme and Body, Gold Coast.

This in-depth course will guide you through the ancient roots of Yin Yoga, exploring its historical connections with traditional Chinese healing practices like Qigong and Dao Yin.

Discover how Yin Yoga's foundations are deeply intertwined with Taoist philosophy, emphasizing the importance of living in harmony with nature, both mentally and physically.

With over 350 detailed lecture slides and up to 20 hours of hands-on practice, this course is academically enriching, yet highly practical.

Certified by Yoga Alliance, this training is firmly grounded in Traditional Chinese Medicine and its application to Yin Yoga practice and teaching.

Ideal for yoga teachers seeking to deepen their knowledge, as well as practitioners eager to enhance their personal Yin Yoga practice.

Course highlights include:

-     History of Yin Yoga

-      History of Chinese Medicine

 -      Yin + Yang Theory

-      Five Element Theory

-     Dynamics of Qi

-      Anatomy + Physiology

-      Fascia and its role in Yin poses

-     Daoist Philosophy

-      Essential Meridians of Yin Yoga Practice

-      Acupressure Points

-      How to sequence and teach Yin Yoga based on Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory

-     Biomechanics of Yin Yoga on the body

-     Use of props to deepen the benefits of the practice

-     Meditation

-     Breathing techniques to harmonize Qi and enhance blood circulation

Your training also includes:

- Unlimited classes at Boheme + Body during the training

- Acupuncture during the training sessions

- Ongoing support and guidance after the course

- Wuji Medicine’s online manual

- 50 hr continuing education certificate accredited by Yoga Alliance

Investment:

Early Bird: $1350 (paid by 30th of May)

Full Price: $1550

Dates:

Monday 23rd of June 8:00am - 4:30pm

Tuesday 24th of June 8:00am - 4:30pm

Wednesday 25th of June 8:00am - 4:30pm

Thursday 26th of June 8:00am - 4:30pm

Friday 27th of June 8:00am - 4:30pm

Looking forward to see you there!

Yin Yoga Teacher Training Gold Coast

Deepen your knowledge of Yin Yoga and be ready to share the benefits with those around you.

Join us for a deeply insightful 5 day immersive course in June 2024 at Boheme and Body, Gold Coast.

This highly comprehensive course will take you on a journey into the traditional origins of Yin Yoga, the way it shares a rich history and cultural tradition with ancient Chinese healing practices such as Qigong and Dao Yin, and how its entire foundation was born out of the deep philosophical frameworks laid out by the ancient Taoist understanding of living in harmony with nature, both mentally and physically.

With over 350 lecture slides and up to 20 hours of hands of practice, this course is deeply sophisticated, academically intriguing yet highly practical.

This Yoga Alliance certified course is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine and its application to the practice and teachings of Yin Yoga. 

This training is perfect for practicing yoga teachers as well as those looking to deepen their Yin Yoga practice

 Covering:

-     History of Yin Yoga

-      History of Chinese Medicine

 -      Yin + Yang Theory

-      Five Element Theory

-     Dynamics of Qi

-      Anatomy + Physiology

-      Fascia and its role in Yin poses

-     Daoist Philosophy

-      Essential Meridians of Yin Yoga Practice

-      Acupressure Points

-      How to sequence and teach Yin Yoga based on Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory

-     Biomechanics of Yin Yoga on the body

-     Use of props to deepen the benefits of the practice

-     Meditation

-     Breathing techniques to harmonize Qi and enhance blood circulation

 -      Qi Gong 

Your training also includes: 

-     Unlimited classes at Boheme + Body during the training

 -     Acupuncture during the training sessions

 -      Ongoing support and guidance after the course

-     Wuji Medicine’s online manual

 -      50 hr continuing education certificate accredited by Yoga Alliance

Investment:
Early Bird:       $1250 (paid by 30th of April)
Full Price:       $1450

Dates:

Monday 3rd of June 8:00am - 4:30pm

Tuesday 4th of June 8:00am - 4:30pm

Wednesday 5th of June 8:00am - 4:30pm

Thursday 6th of June 8:00am - 4:30pm

Friday 7th of June 8:00am - 4:30pm

For questions + bookings:

Contact Sofia at admin@wujimedicine.com

An overview of Fertility and Womens Health According to Traditional Chinese Medicine - Part 1

Menstruation, fertility, and gynaecological health have been well documented and understood throughout Chinese history. Some of the earliest written records discussing childbirth and simple gynaecological conditions are said to be found inscribed into bones and tortoise shells dating back to the Shang dynasty (1500-1000BC). Details of medicinal plants in the treatment of infertility were documented as early as the fourth century BCE in the Shanhai Jing – The Book of Mountains and Seas 山海經. During the Sui Dynasty period (580-620), a famous physician known as Chao Yuan Fang wrote an important text titled the Zhubing Yuanhou Lun “General Treatise on the Symptomatology and Aetiology of Diseases” 諸病源候論, in which Chao details over 280 individual syndromes involving diseases of menstruation, leucorrhoea, pregnancy, and post-partum conditions.

 According to traditional Chinese Medical theory, the Uterus is known as Bai Gong, which literally translates as the ‘Palace of the Child’ and is considered a sacred place that required great protection and nourishment. Its main functions include the regulation of the menstrual blood, conception, and pregnancy. The Bai Gong was not viewed as a separate organ, rather, it included the fallopian tubes, ovaries, and cervix. Its main functions involve the storing and discharge of menstrual blood, thickening of the endometrium as well as inducing ovulation. 

The Uterus relies on healthy oxygenated blood circulation from the Heart to support healthy menstruation and prepare to ripen the cervix as well as a healthy balance of reproductive/growth hormones produced and regulated by the endocrine system. The blood vessel that connects the Heart to the Uterus is known in TCM as the Bai Mai (Uterus Channel), placing great importance on the relationship between the Heart and the health of the Uterus. 

According to TCM, the Heart houses the Shen (神), the most subtle form of Qi in the human body which is greatly associated with an individual’s spiritual consciousness. It is said that when an individual is healthy and living a grounded and balanced life, the Shen is rooted and supported by the Heart. The physical Heart regulates the movement of the Shen through the body, like how blood travels through the vessels nourishing and regulating the tissues and cells. In cases where an individual has experienced significant trauma, stress, and substantial blood loss, the Shen becomes uprooted and causes the Heart to become agitated. 

As the Heart and Uterus share such a strong internal connection, the Uterus is significantly vulnerable to excessive emotional stress and anxiety. During periods of heightened emotional stress, our Heart Qi becomes disturbed and prevents the blood from descending to the Uterus. Over time, the lack of circulation through the Bai Mai causes the blood (stasis) to coagulate and form clots causing painful periods or in certain cases an absence of menstrual bleeding. Basically, the Heart pauses any reproductive functions temporarily as it is more concerned over the safety and blood supply to the vital organs.

Along with the Heart, the Uterus also shares an important internal pathway with the Kidneys, this is known as the Bao Luo (Uterus Collateral). The relationship between the Kidneys and the Uterus is more associated with the production and secretion of reproductive hormones and the essence, Jing (精). Jing is the densest form of energy in the body, meaning that it plays a vital role in the health of the physical tissues, development, and constitution of an individual. From a Western medical perspective, the Jing can be viewed as the DNA and genetic qualities that are inherited from our parents and environments. Jing is much denser than Shen, so it is slower to change and influence, however poor diet, medication, recreational drugs, excessive stress, and poor health can all over time deplete its quality and amount leading to a decline in physical, hormonal, and neurological decline.

In gynecological terms, the Jing is responsible for the production and regulation of reproductive hormones such as estrogen, testosterone, and progesterone as well as human growth hormones and gonadotrophin-releasing hormones during puberty. In healthy individuals, the regulation of these hormones follows a recognized pattern of change every seven years which prepares a woman for pregnancy. According to TCM, a woman is usually fully prepared for pregnancy between the ages of 21-28 (however with modern advancements in medicine and hygiene this is now debatable). If a woman is exposed to poor health conditions such as environmental toxicity, poor nutrient-rich diet, early drug or alcohol abuse, and/or regular medication, the quality of her endocrine health will be greatly affected, and her chances of becoming pregnant are much lower.

The Chinese have considered the Kidneys as the essence of all five internal organs for thousands of years. Great lengths have gone to ensure the understanding and importance of reproductive health with many doctors and scholars over centuries describing various herbal tonics, exercises, and acupuncture to preserve the Jing and longevity of the Kidneys. Specific acupuncture points spread throughout the body such as Guanyuan - Gate of Origin (關元) have been recognized since the Nan Jing – Classic of Difficulties (800-200 BCE)
for their ability in strengthening the Jing, nourish the Kidneys, and assist conception by treating various gynaecological conditions such as infertility, amenorrhoea, bleeding during pregnancy, persistent flow of lochia, post-partum abdominal pain, red and white leucorrhoea.

The ancient Chinese have understood that the combination of good vascular health, a mind that is calm and grounded along with a hormonal balance is the foundation for fertility and a healthy pregnancy. Our next blog will explore the concept of the Tian Gui - Heavenly blood and menstruation.

This post is dedicated to all mothers, daughters and sisters who seek to learn more about their health and well being to benefit their lives and the lives of others.

The Magic of Pu-erh Tea

The first recordings of the processing and consumption of tea for medicinal purposes in China are found in Shennong’s ‘Shénnóng Běn Cǎo Jīng’, a classical text recognized as China’s first Materia medica (Heiss & Heiss, 2007). It is estimated to have been written over two-thousand years ago during the Han dynasty, a time known historically for great advancement and scientific development. The text involves an extensive list of over 300 herbal medicines used for all varieties of ailments and diseases (Heiss & Heiss, 2007). Found within the pages of this ancient encyclopedia are the first details and descriptions of leaves derived from the Camellia sinensis plant, known famously across the world today as Tea. 

Both the anti-inflammatory (cooling) and detoxifying (purging) abilities of tea were heavily discussed with recipes and prescriptions provided for numerous conditions such as internal heat, dampness, and Qi deficiency (Zhang, 2014). By Tang dynasty (AD 618-907) tea had become a very sought-after commodity and highly prized amongst the royal elite. To make trading across borders and difficult long terrain easier and more economic, Chinese merchants began packing large amounts of tea leaves into compressed bricks (Powell, 1998). This allowed the Chinese to reach distant regions such as Tibet, India and Nepal and build a thriving tea trade.  Over many years and trading exhibitions through difficult climates and extreme altitudes, the Chinese started to notice changes in the tea leaves transforming from vibrant green to amber to eventually turning dark. Tasting the tea themselves, they noticed not only had the colour changed, also the flavour had evolved from sweet, grassy astringent to livelier, richer and fuller (Powell, 1998). These early tea traders noticed that during their travels, the tea leaves underwent an aging and fermentation process whereby environmental microbes acted on the leaves, causing biological and enzymatic changes. Slowly, as word spread, this new flavour and style of tea because highly popular, especially by high officials and tea connoisseurs for its unique flavour and medical properties.

This “aged tea” variety was revolution in the world of tea drinking and processing as it involved a non-enzyme-related oxidation process very different from both green and white varieties of the same time period. Pu-erh was originally administered as an herbal medicine added to soups or used as a culinary herb to help flavour bland recipes. Pu-erh tea was said to be first cultivated and grown in Yunnan, the southernmost subtropical province of China, which to this day claims to be the birthplace of tea. Quiet astoundingly, some of the same leaves picked for the use of Pu-erh today are said to come from these original tea plants found deep within the rainforests Ge et al., 2021).

Enormous care and attention are taken when picking the leaves to ensure the plant and environment are not damaged or diseased to help preserve the ancient forests. Once gathered, the leaves are then selected for grading based on their quality in shape, texture, and colour. From here, the leaves go through a special withering procedure where they are spread out over large bamboo racks and immediately heated to halt any oxidation from occurring. Once the leaves have been heated, they are then rolled in by hand on large mats they are left out in the sun to dry. Once dried the resulting product is referred to as Mao Cha, the raw product of Pu-erh tea which can be either transformed into a Sheng (aged) Pu-erh or Shou (Ripe) Pu-erh depending on the tea master’s desire. Either making Sheng Pu-erh or Shou Pu-erh, once the leaves have reached their desired fermentation level, they go through a compression process before being left to sit for a minimum of three months to allow for any fermentation to stabilize.

The processing of Pu-erh introduces beneficial bacteria and probiotics which are said to encourage blood sugar control, curb hunger and assist in weight management. Recent interest in the health benefits of Pu-erh has unveiled an array of fascinating discoveries in the field of metabolomics. New sophisticated analytical techniques along with a revived appreciation for traditional medicines opened a new perspective on the healing properties that have long been cherished by the Chinese people.

In 2022, a complete health review was conducted by the Journal of Traditional Chinese Medical Science (Jia, Rajani, Lv, Fan & Zheng 2022). This paper explored several important studies investigating the molecular functions and health potential of regular Pu-erh consumption. The review highlighted positive outcomes for a variety of conditions such as gastrointestinal inflammation and barrier integrity loss, cardiovascular disease, hepatic damage, tumour growth, and neurological diseases such as Alzheimer’s and dementia (Jia, Rajani, Lv, Fan & Zheng 2022).

(Modern medical analysis)

Some of the major bioactive component mixtures extracted from Pu-erh tea leaves such as polyphenols, theanine, polysaccharides, gallic acid, and theabrownin have been said to possess beneficial effects on metabolic parameters and the gut. Each of these bioactive components was shown to have different metabolic parameters and act together in a multi-functional symbiotic manner. Of these bioactive components, Polyphenols are found in abundance in Pu-erh tea (Goldberg, 2009).

These polyphenols have been shown time after time to have the greatest effect on lowering sLOX-1 levels, a soluble lectin-like oxidized LDL receptor that has been heavily linked to obesity (Ge et al., 2021). These same polyphenols also have a strong influence on reducing circulating pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6 and TNFa which are involved in the pathogenesis of multiple inflammatory diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cirrhosis of the liver, and diabetes (Goldberg, 2009).

(Bioactive components of Pu-erh)

Much more research is still yet to be done in the quest to uncover the magic of this ancient herbal medicine. However, with a rapidly growing population full of chronic disease and poor metabolic health, could some of the answers to our current health crisis lay within the leaves of this extraordinary plant? I say we put on the kettle and brew me some Pu-erh tea while we figure that out! 

References

Ge, Y., Li, N., Fu, Y., Yu, X., Xiao, Y., Tang, Z., Xiao, J., Wu, J.-L., & Jiang, Z.-H. (2021). Deciphering superior quality of Pu-erh tea from thousands of years’ old trees based on the chemical profile. Food Chemistry, 358, 129602. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2021.129602

Goldberg, R. B. (2009). Cytokine and cytokine-like inflammation markers, endothelial dysfunction, and imbalanced coagulation in development of diabetes and its complications. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 94(9), 3171-3182.Heiss, M. L., & Heiss, R. J. (2007). The story of tea: A cultural history and drinking guide. Ten Speed Press.

Jia, W., Rajani, C., Lv, A., Fan, T.-P., & Zheng, X. (2022). Pu-Erh Tea: A review of a healthful brew. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medical Sciences, 9(2), 95–99. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtcms.2022.04.005

Powell, D. A. (1998). Tea. Wesleyan University Press.

Zhang, L., Li, N., Ma, Z.-Z., & Tu, P.-F. (2011). Comparison of the chemical constituents of aged Pu-erh tea, ripened Pu-erh tea, and other teas using HPLC-dad-ESI-MSn. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 59(16), 8754–8760. https://doi.org/10.1021/jf2015733

Zhang, J. (2014). Puer Tea: Ancient caravans and urban chic. University of Washington Press.

A Brief History of Master Tung Ching Chang

Master Tung Ching Chang (1916-1975) has been referred to as the most important and greatest acupuncturist in the history of Chinese medicine. Master Tung Ching Tang, simply recognized as Master Tung, was born into a family of traditional Chinese medical practitioners whose history traces back thousands of years to the Han Dynasty (206 BCE to 220 CE) in Shandong, China.

Over the last two thousand years China, including its plethora of medical teachings and literature has been through significant challenges and endured multiple revolutions. During Emperor Qing Shi Huang’s reign (221 to 210 BCE) many scholars and physicians were killed thousands of books were burnt in an attempt to centralize power and control public thought. Books on astrology, agriculture, medicine, divination, and history were all burnt with only fragments of knowledge and teachings surviving. 

Han Dynasty doctor performing pulse diagnosis

In response to protecting these ancient teachings, physicians began to teach their apprentices directly through oral transmission involving memorizing medical teachings through songs and stories which were impossible to burn and steal like earlier bamboo scrolls and stone slabs. Over thousands of years, this form of teaching became vital in the development and survival of many aspects of traditional Chinese medicine practices such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, Qigong, and Taijiquan. 

In more recent times China experienced another major upheaval with the rise of communism in 1949. Acupuncture, along with many other traditional practices, was strictly prohibited and suppressed with the intent to gain control and power over the people of a unified China. In an attempt to restore some form of the medical system and standardized curriculum, four schools of Chinese medicine were then formed and instructed by the government with a pursuit to modernize medicine by removing all spiritual and classical references. The transition brought on by the communist regime resulted in the “dumbing down” of traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture with many scholars and physicians imprisoned or killed for their beliefs and non-participation.

Mao’s Communist Regime in China 1951

During this period, many Chinese fled the mainland, leaving their homes and seeking refuge all over the world including Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, the States, and Australia. Master Tung with his family, escaped to Taiwan where he was free of communist control and able to openly practice his family’s medicine. Master Tung arrived in Taiwan empty-handed, without any books or possessions. All he carried was his knowledge and his inherited medical knowledge passed down through generations of cultivated wisdom.

The medicine practiced by master Tung’s ancestors was very different from the fourteen-channel system that was currently being taught and practiced in China during the last century. Master Tung claimed that the form of medicine his ancestors practiced and passed down was much more authentic and closer to the classical practices and teachings of the Yi-Ching, Ba Gua, Wu Xing (Five Elements), and Taoist philosophy. The connection of medicine to these ancient philosophies and spiritual practices was considered vital to understanding the health of an individual and their place in the universe. 

Ancient Chinese Astronomy Chart

For the next 25 years, Master Tung dedicated himself to re-establishing and restoring his family’s acupuncture system and gained a tremendous amount of clinical experience treating up to 150 patients each day. During this period, Master Tung’s reputation as a profound physician grew rapidly and spread across the world with practitioners intrigued by his ability to provide immediate and lasting results.

Master Tung made certain that his system of medicine remained focused on stimulating a strong sensation in reaction areas of the body which helped rebalance and align an individual’s energy. He often used unique techniques which are not found in contemporary   practice such as Dao Ma (Point Coupling), Active Qi Moving, and bleeding which were found to have profound healing effects. The medicine Master Tung practiced became famous for its simplicity in balancing channels based on anatomical mapping and reflections, similar to the idea still found today in reflexology.

Zangfu palm map used in Master Tung’s famous palm diagnosis

Fortunately, Master Tung left one book for us which was dictated and transcribed by one of his most senior apprentices titled Tung’s Acupuncture, Its Regular Channels, and Unique Points. This book didn’t contain the vast amount of theory and secrets Master Tung inherently acquired from his ancestors, rather it was a basic offering of point locations, actions, and indications. Master Tung had three primary disciples Dr. Wei-Chieh Young, Dr. Palden Carson, and Dr. Chuan-Min Wangg who helped spread his family’s system to the western world. Other important students of Master Tung’s lineage include the famous Dr. Miriam Lee OMD who was the first acupuncturist in America to legalize the practice and bring it to the attention of the medical hierarchy. Her student Dr. Susan Johnson L.Ac, a profound acupuncturist, teacher, and former head of the American Association of Acupuncture has dedicated her career to the teachings of Master Tung’s work offering comprehensive courses and workshops with the intent to spread this incredible medicine to all corners of the world and revitalize its deep ancient wisdom.

Master Tung Ching Chang with students Dr Wei-Chieh Young

FOUNDATIONS OF MEDICAL QIGONG THERAPY GOLD COAST 2023

Dr Nicholas J Beasley (DAOM) and Qigong teacher Sofia Quintero

We are so excited to be hosting this incredible Qigong Teacher Training filled with Traditional Chinese Medicine and its application to the practice of Daoist cultivation.

The course will be conducted over 3 and half weekends throughout February going deep into the history, philosophies, kinesiology and fundamentals of Qigong. It will be designed to help students develop key teaching skills and feel comfortable teaching this medicine in a variety of settings such as Yoga schools, gymnasiums, hospitals, community centers and rehabilitation clinics.

Join Sofia Quintero and Dr Nicholas Beasley, (DAOM) teacher of Qi Gong and Tai chi on this truly insightful and inspiring training.

You will learn:

~ History of Qigong
~ History of Chinese Medicine
~ Yin + Yang Theory
~ Five Elements, Bagua and I-Ching Theory
~ Dynamics of Qi
~ Anatomy + Physiology of Qigong
~ Yang Sheng (Life cultivation) practices for self-care
~ Daoist Philosophy
~ The eight extraordinary vessels
~ Introduction to Neigong
~ How to sequence and teach Qigong based on Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory
~ Breathing techniques to harmonize Qi and blood circulation
~ Daoist Zhan Zhuang Meditation
~ Daoist prayer and mantra

This training is for teachers as well as those who want to deepen
their Qigong practices.

This course is a master piece of 14 years of dedication and study in the arts of Chinese medicine, kinesiology and taoist cultivation.

The course will showcase a broad range of philosophical and medical skills which have been used for close to 3000 years and how they can be applied in todays society across multiple enviroments such as Yoga studios, hospitals, community centres or private classes.

The course will dive deep into classical Chinese philosophy, history and cosmological literature to set a solid foundation for your overall awareness and understanding of the richness of this ancient medicine.

We will explore both Western and Easter anatomy and physiology and its application to meditation, movement and healing. This includes learning the 12 primary channels, eight extra ordinary vessels and the three treasures.

In the second half of the course, we will cover indepth teachings of one of the most famous Qigong forms practiced all over the world today, the Ba Duan Jin or Eight Silken Brocades. Over these sessions we will teach the individual movements, correct postures, medical application as well as variations for teaching students at any level or setting.

This course is designed to equip you with the basic knowledge and understanding of a medicine that if you allow it can help heal and benefit so many.

We trust you will embrace this opportunity with us and use this practice to help bring health and vitality back into the lives of all those you share it with.

Investment:
$995 Early Bird (paid by 1st of January)
Full Price: $1295

Dates:

Friday 10th of February: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Saturday 11th of February: 9:15 am - 4:15 pm

Sunday 12th of February: 9:15 am - 4:00 pm

Saturday 18th of February: 9:15 am - 4:15 pm

Sunday 19th of February: 9:15 am - 4:00 pm

Saturday: 25th of February: 9:15 am - 4:15 pm

Sunday: 26th of February: 9:15 am - 4:15 pm

Saturday 4th of March: 9:15 am - 4:15 pm

For questions + bookings contact Nick and Sofia at
admin@wujimedicine.com or jump onto www.wujimedicine.com for more information