Mimi Kuo Deemer
Mimi Kuo Deemer
Mimi Kuo-Deemer, MA, is the author of Qigong and the Tai Chi Axis: Nourishing Practices for Body, Mind and Spirit; and Xiu Yang: The Ancient Chinese Art of Self-Cultivation. A sixth-generation lineage holder in Baguazhang, she teaches qigong, meditation, and internal martial arts. Drawing inspiration from Buddhist and Daoist teachings, she explores how movement and embodiment can serve as pathways for living these philosophies. Authorised to teach Insight Meditation by Martin Aylward, she supports students in shifting from conceptual understanding to direct, lived experience.
Originally from the United States, she spent 13 years in China before making her home in the British countryside with her husband, their dog, three cats, five chickens, and some 60,000 bees.
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ABOUT THE PROGRAMME This 9-month training for teachers and teachers in training offers a journey into qigong and its relationship to the Chinese Five Phases (Wuxin 五行). By honouring our bodies as a microcosm of Nature’s macrocosm, participants will discover how qigong supports our ability to live in greater harmony with Nature, which is inherently balanced, harmonious and whole. Interweaving highly experiential practices, Daoist and Buddhist philosophy, practical theory and relevant anatomy, this course will explore how and why qigong can positively impact one’s physical, mental and emotional health. Key concepts and principles that underpin qigong practice will also be integrated and offered as ways to deepen one’s embodiment of the practice as well as offer a springboard for sharing qigong in clear, safe, authentic, and accessible ways. APPLICATION & PREREQUISITES A minimum of 18 months of consistent qigong practice. An open-minded attitude towards learning. Willingness to work with others in small groups. Commitment to attend 5 Zoom sessions LIVE (one module may be missed) Attend 4 small group meetings LIVE (one meeting may be missed) Complete between-module assignments. A working video camera for online sessions. Goofiness and a love for qigong. FORMAT This course combines online and in-person/livestream learning opportunities, including: 1. Online sessions with Mimi (5 sessions, 3 hours each) 2. Online meetings in small groups (4 sessions, 90 min each) 3. In-person/livestream modules (2 modules, 3 days each, 7 hours each day) 1. Online Zoom sessions with Mimi (5 total) Dates and times: #1: Feb 5 #2: Apr 2 #3: Jun 4 #4: Sep 17 #5: Oct 29 3:00 – 6:00pm UK (with 15 min break) Content: - Each of these sessions will focus on one of the five phases of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. - Review of forms from Qigong and the Tai Chi Axis - We will practice forms, and explore enquiries into the energies of each phase and its related season, emotions and qualities. - Principles on how to structure classes, use imagery and work with meridian theory will be included. - Time will also be allocated for feedback, questions about teaching, and support the teaching process. 2. Small group meetings (4 total), 90 minutes (date and time to be determined by group): #1: Mar #2: May #3: Jul #4: Oct Content: Groups will be assigned once registration is complete, and organized by time zone. Groups will use the time to: - Practice teaching qigong forms (45 min) - Discuss enquiries and topics (20 min) - Collaborate to generate class content and ideas (25 min). 3. In-person/livestream modules with Mimi Dates and times: #1: Jun 23 – 25 (3 days) #2: Nov 3 – 5 (3 days) 10:00am – 5:00pm daily Content: Each day will include active practices, visualisations and meditations, group discussions and applications of theories. Subjects to include: - Embodiment principles - Hands-on adjustments and the energetics of touch - The Yin/Yang theory of balance and qigong’s Daoist and Buddhist roots - In-depth workshopping of qigong forms and sequences - Meditations and visualisations relating to each Element/Phase - Principles of movement, intention and energy flow - Contraindications and precautions in practice - Ways to structure a practice - Teaching practice in small groups with feedback ATTENDANCE & CERTIFICATION Attendance of the first Zoom session on February 5, 2026, is mandatory. For certification, students are allowed to miss up to one of the 5 Zoom sessions and one of the 4 small study group sessions. If you miss a module, you can watch the recording and write a reflection to summarize the session. Participation in the in-person, full-day sessions is optional. Those who join can count hours towards their final certification. If you join by livestream, you can also count these hours. Small study groups will be assigned in the first session, and attendees are asked to meet with their group on Zoom once between the online, Zoom sessions. More information: https://www.mkdeemer.com/qigong-teacher-training.html
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME This programme offers a journey into qigong and its relationship to the Chinese Five Phases (Wuxing 五行). By honouring our bodies as a microcosm of nature's macrocosm, participants will discover how qigong supports our ability to live in greater harmony with nature, which is inherently balanced, harmonious and whole. Interweaving highly experiential practices, Daoist and Buddhist philosophy, practical theory and relevant anatomy, this course explores how and why qigong can positively impact one's physical, mental and emotional health. Key concepts and principles that underpin qigong practice will also be integrated and offered as ways to deepen one's embodiment of the practice, which will in turn serve as the springboard for sharing qigong in clear, safe, authentic and accessible ways. PREREQUISITES A minimum of two years of consistent qigong practice An open-minded attitude towards learning Willingness to work with others in small groups Commitment to attend 5 x Zoom sessions LIVE (one session may be missed in case of emergency) Commitment to attend 2 x in-person or livestream modules (March + November) Commitment to attend 5 x small group meetings LIVE (one meeting may be missed in case of emergency) Completion of between-module assignments A working video camera for online sessions Goofiness and a love for qigong FORMAT This course combines online and in-person/livestream learning opportunities, including: 1. In-person/livestream modules with Mimi Kuo-Deemer (2 modules, 3 days each, 7.5 hours each day) 2. Online sessions with Rakhee Jasani (5 sessions, 2.5 hours each) 3. Online small group meetings (5 sessions, 90 minutes each) 1. Online Zoom sessions with Rakhee (5 total) Dates and times: #1: April 8 #2: May 13 #3: June 24 #4: Sept 9 #5: Oct 7 3:00 – 5.30pm UK (with 15 min break) Content: - Each of these sessions will focus on one of the five phases of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. - Review of forms from Qigong and the Tai Chi Axis - We will practice forms, and explore enquiries into the energies of each phase and its related season, emotions and qualities. - Principles on how to structure classes, use imagery and work with meridian theory will be included. - Time will also be allocated for feedback, questions about teaching, and support the teaching process. 2. Small group meetings (5 total), 90 minutes (date and time to be determined by group): #1: Mar/April #2: May/June #3: June/July #4: August/Sept #5: Oct/Nov Content: Groups will be assigned once registration is complete, and organized by time zone. Groups will use the time to: - Practice teaching qigong forms (45 min) - Discuss enquiries and topics (20 min) - Collaborate to generate class content and ideas (25 min). 3. In-person/livestream modules with Mimi Dates and times: #1: March 16-18 (3 days) #2: Nov 16-18 (3 days) 10:00am – 5:00pm daily Content: Each day will include active practices, visualisations and meditations, group discussions and applications of theories. Subjects to include: - Embodiment principles - Hands-on adjustments and the energetics of touch - The Yin/Yang theory of balance and qigong’s Daoist and Buddhist roots - In-depth workshopping of qigong forms and sequences - Meditations and visualisations relating to each Element/Phase - Principles of movement, intention and energy flow - Contraindications and precautions in practice - Ways to structure a practice - Teaching practice in small groups with feedback ATTENDANCE & CERTIFICATION Attendance of all sessions is mandatory. Participation in the March and November modules is required, either by Zoom livestream or in person. These hours count towards your certification either way. Small study groups will be assigned before the first session, and attendees are asked to meet with their group on Zoom once between each pair of online Zoom sessions. Personal mentors will be assigned — these are students who have previously completed the mentorship with Mimi and will offer opportunities for personal check-ins and support throughout the training. To receive certification, students may miss up to one of the five Zoom sessions and one of the five small study group sessions. If you miss a session, you'll need to watch the recording and write a reflection summarising it. More information: https://www.mkdeemer.com/qigong-teacher-training.html Rakhee's website: https://www.rakheejasani.com/
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