Dao Yin & Qigong in Nature at Woodlands Garden

Join us for gentle Dao Yin and Qigong practices set in the serene beauty of Woodlands Garden. These ancient movement traditions are designed to reduce stress, improve balance, and deepen your connection with the natural world—offering a peaceful way to nurture both mind and body. This class is part of the Health & Wellness in Nature initiative at Woodlands Garden.

Over the course of eight weeks in June and July, we will gather on Fridays at 10:00 AM on the lawn (rain meet at) screened pavilion. Each session will include guided Qigong and Dao Yin exercises that emphasize intentional breathing, gentle movement, and mindful awareness—both standing and floor-based. As foundational practices for Tai Chi, these sessions offer an accessible and meaningful introduction to this transformative art.

Weather permitting, we will also explore the garden grounds through guided walking inspired by forest bathing, enriched by Neil’s deep knowledge of trees and ecology.

Session Details

• Dates: Fridays, June 5 – July 24 (with July 31 as a make-up date)

• Time: 10:00 AM

• Location: Woodlands Garden

Fees

• $30 for Co-op members, Woodlands volunteers, and donors

• $60 suggested donation for the general public

All proceeds are shared between Woodlands Garden and the Tai Chi 4 LIFE Co-op. Woodlands Garden is dedicated to preserving a woodland sanctuary that educates and inspires connection with the natural world. The Tai Chi 4 LIFE Co-op is a self-care community offering practical methods—through Tai Chi, Qigong, and related healing arts—to reduce stress and enhance overall well-being.

About the Instructor
Neil is an experienced instructor in Tai Chi, Wild Goose Qigong, Tree Gong, Four Seasons Qigong, Five Element Medical Qigong, and Dao Yin. He has taught at the Decatur Recreation Center and is a founding member of the Tai Chi 4 LIFE Co-op. In addition to his teaching, Neil works as a consulting arborist, blending his passion for nature with his expertise in mind-body wellness.