QiGong
Three Rivers Crossing, Center for QiGong and International Institute for Oriental Healing, was envisioned by Dr. Russell DesMarais during his
travels in China in 1993 while studying, training and living with several Chinese QiGong Masters. Dr. DesMarais is now seeing former and new patients for wellness and preventive care by appointment only.
The vision of a center to teach the ancient principles and practices of QiGong, combined with modern scientific understandings of energy medicine, set in a clinical environment of complementary health care has now been established in conjunction with Turtle Island Heath Center, founded by Dr. DesMarais in 1978, has been advancing the model of alternative healing that integrates chiropractic, massage, acupuncture, nutrition, exercise,
preventative care, wellness education and spiritual development since its inception. This model of care and each of these approaches have their foundation in the principle of classical and traditional Oriental medicine and philosophy.
Three Rivers Crossing will offer courses of study and training for patients, interested members of the public, health care professionals and students of complementary medicine. Three rivers Crossing is the first and only QiGong training center in North America to be authorized by The National Science and Research Center for Applied QiGong in Benxi, Liaoning Province, China to provide training, education and research in the field of QiGong.
In addition to recognized Chinese certification. Three Rivers Crossing has at
its foundation the special teachings of several contemporary chinese masters, as well as the unique contributions of Dr. DesMarais, in synthesizing and unifying the natural healing principles of both the East and the West.
The center will offer four levels of training for patients and the general public, with advanced certifications, and specialties for health care professionals interested in using QiGong and traditional Oriental Healing Methods for the care and treatment of patients in office, clinic, or hospital settings. To obtain certifications, two years of training, are required along with an internship and residency to qualify as a QiGong healer
and/or QiGong teacher.
Three Rivers Crossing will sponsor special events, workshops, seminars and guest instructors in the fields of traditional Chinese healing and QiGong.
What is QiGong? [top]
QiGong is an ancient health improvement and healing system developed by the Chinese thousands
of years ago. Based on energy they observed flowing through the body, the Chinese formulated an understanding, nomenclature, cosmology and self-healing system that is still practiced today by the general public and utilized in hospitals and clinics throughout China. QiGong uses special methods of breathing, posture and mental concentration to gather, balance and strengthen the energy systems found within the body and connected to sources of universal energy found existing in our natural environment. These practices
can be used for self-improvement, self-healing and spiritual development. As a healing system, practitioners are trained to emit a special healing energy called Qi into the bodies and energy systems of their patients.
Modern scientists have confirmed that infrared, magnetic, electrical, radio waves, and acoustical energy is emitted from the hands of QiGong healers that greatly effect various health problems. In our classes, QiGong levels I and II are designed for those who want to learn self-healing methods while levels III and IV will concentrate on training related to assisting others to heal. The Advanced QiGong training program is based on the principles, philosophy and methods found in traditional Chinese Medicine. The program along with the internship and residency allows those in the advanced program to further their study and application of QiGong for either self-healing and self-actualization as well as for those wanting training in the field of QiGong healing and teaching.
QiGong Services [top]
FREE QiGong Healing at Three Rivers Center
QiGong Healing sessions are available for free with Advanced QiGong Training program students on Mondays and Thursdays at Three Rivers Crossing. The initial assessment, Qi-emission healing, and any other follow-up visits are at no cost and a public service to the community.
QiGong Practices -
Qi Emission
QiGong
practices are used for self-improvement, self-healing and spiritual development. As a healing system, practitioners are trained to teach QiGong exercises to improve health or to stay well and to emit a special
healing energy called Qi into the bodies and energy systems of those seeking health and healing.
QiGong Healing at Turtle Island Center
Private QiGong Healing sessions are available with Dr. DesMarais
at a cost of $100 for the initial assessment including Qi-emission healing. Following visits are at $50 each.
QiGong Introductory Workshops
QiGong introductory workshops and weekend intensives are offered
throughout the year for groups of 12 people or more, locally, nationally, and internationally. Contact Three Rivers to help orginize any of the Seminars, Courses, or Trainings in your area.
Basic QiGong Training Program [top]
| Introductory QiGong Seminar |
Learn about Three Rivers Beginning and Advanced classes while discovering amazing ancient and modern self-healing practices. Dr. DesMarais will share images of China and a Qi-Healing demonstration. In this two hour seminar you will learn approaches to help yourself for the rest of your life. |
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FREE
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| QiGong Level I |
Qigong can be practiced in many forms for self healing. Learn about the origin and purpose of Qigong while discovering the primary energy pathways of your body. Each class will include demonstrations and practice of movements of the Three Rivers Form. Learn to feel energy and release tension. |
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$150.00
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| QiGong Level II |
Train in more direct ways of feeling, seeing and collecting universal Qi by exploring the 12 acupuncture pathways. Help heal yourself and others of common ailments using methods founded in the Small Universe and Large Universe practices. Learn to increase your sensitivity to Qigong. |
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$160.00
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| QiGong Level III & IV Combined |
Discover deeper meditation methods for self development and self-healing through the Eight Extra acupuncture pathways. Learn the Three Dan Tien form of Qigong, founded by Master Wan of China, to develop intuition, compassion, and vitality. Use all the teachings, methods, and techniques from previous classes to develop deeper abilities in meditation, visualization, and imagination to cultivate your power to assist in the physical, emotional, and spiritual healing of others. Learn the Buddhist Heart and Wisdom style of Master Miao Shen to cultivate virtue and wisdom. |
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$250.00 for an 8
week course
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Advanced QiGong Training Program
| Teacher / Healer Certification |
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completion of Basic QiGong Program. Schedule: 15 class meetings, one three-hour session per month, and a three-month internship Advanced training is for students who want to more deeply integrate QiGong into their lifestyles for self-development and self-healing, and who may also feel a strong desire to become a certified QiGong teacher and/or QiGong healer. Students must complete reading assignments, practice, and a three-month internship commensurate with or following the completion of the 15-month program. To gain certification, students must also pass standard proficiency tests as currently developed by Three Rivers Crossing. A certificate of completion as a QiGong Teacher / Healer will be awarded to each student who successfully completes the training and testing. A certificate of completion of Advanced Training will be awarded to those students who wish to complete the program without taking the proficiency tests. |
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$1,500.00
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Payment plans available at a minimum of a $100 per month.
Distance Learning
| Independent Study - Accelerated Learning |
As the world grows both larger and smaller, time, travel, and finances are limitless and limited to those interested and in the emerging field of QiGong. Independent study for local students and distance learning will be available. In this changing world of technology distance education will provide many with the opportunity to learn, grow and experience the value of QiGong for their own self development, self improvement, self healing and spiritual development. At the same time for those interested in a career in the field of QiGong education an Qi emission the opportunity to become a certified QiGong Teacher-Healer will be made easier with the use of independent study and distance learning through home study correspondence workbooks, audio and video tapes and the use of online courses using CD-ROM's and other innovative learning methods For those QiGong students and other professionals including Acupuncturists, Chiropractic Physicians, Homeopaths, Massage Therapists, Medical and Osteopathic Physicians, Naturopathic Physicians, Nurses, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapists, Psychologists and others in the healing arts and sciences, month long residency and internship programs will be included in the advanced teacher-healer programs beginning soon. Along with his training in the fields of Alterative-Integrative Natural Medicine, Dr. DesMarais holds degrees in Education and Accelerated learning. The methods and training utilized Three Rivers, through distance learning during residencies and internships are all founded upon whole-brain learning to maximize training, and retention while assuring quality results in the application of both the information learned and the cognitive-energetic assimilation in the body, mind and spirit of the students. For information for individualized programs currently available and those to be developed by January and September 2000 contact www.threeriverscrossing.com. Accommodations will be provided for those local, national, or international students while visiting Saint Paul, Minnesota. |
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$1,500.00
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Three Rivers Class Schedule
| Introductory QiGong Seminar | |||||
• Healing Demonstrations • Relaxing Meditations • Slides of China Training
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| QiGong Level I Weekend Workshops | |||||
• Learn the Small & Large Universe • Practice the Three Rivers Form • Develop Your Healing Abilities • Gain Skill in Energy Emission • Feel New Energy and Vitality • Relax Your Mind-Body-Spirit
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$150.00
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$160.00
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$180.00 |
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| QiGong Level III & IV Combined 8 weeks | |||||
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$250.00
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$1,500.00
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For information about the 2012 QiGong Study tour to China, click here.
National & International QiGong Associations [top]
As a founding board member, past secretary, and past president of the National QiGong Association (NQA), USA, I would like to let you know about our association and other nationally and international organizations promoting the introduction and expansion of QiGong to the United States and the world wide community.
The NAQ was founded by James MacRitchie who on December 6, 1994 made his initial announcement sharing his vision of a national QiGong association. A national conference to establish and organize the QiGong Association of America, was held in Boulder, Colorado on November 15,16,
and 17,1996.
In July of 1997 the first National Conference of the QiGong Association of America was held in Minneapolis, MN. It was attended by 200 people and 20 instructors.
In August of 1998 the second Annual conference was held in Cleveland, Ohio. In August of 1999, the third conference was held in Baltimore, MaryLand.
The purpose of the NQA is the promotion of QiGong for beginners,
practitioners, teachers, and healers of all classical and contemporary schools and traditions.
For further information regarding the organization, conferences,
membership application and directory of current teachers, healers, and members contact:
National QiGong (Chi-Kung) Association
P.O. Box 540 Ely, MN 55731
Phone 1-888-233-3655
Voice Mail 1-888-218-7788
www.naq.org
For information regarding other material and international QiGong organization contact:
Wuji Productions
The Qigong Institute
China Healthways Institute
Ermanno's Italian Qigong Website
East West Academy of
Healing Arts
National Qigong (Chi
Kung) Association
Master Sha's Zhi Neng Medicine Healing Center
The Empty Vessel Magazine / Abode of the Eternal Tao
Qigong Association of America
World Tai Chi / Qigong Day
Dragon Door Publications
The Qigong University
Asian Connections
The Healing Tao
Qi Journal
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