Qi Gong
$197
Qi Gong
$197
This course welcomes students at every level — no prior experience with qi gong or movement practice is required. It is suited to anyone seeking more calmness and grounding,...
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Qigong
Qigong is a traditional Chinese practice that combines breath, movement, and attention to support health, meditation, or physical development depending on the tradition. Medical qigong focuses on the body and circulation, spiritual qigong on cultivation and meditative practice, and martial qigong on strength, structure, and internal power. Courses are available across different levels of experience, depending on depth of study and practice within each tradition.
Qigong courses
22 courses
Qigong Online Course
$189
Qigong Online Course
$189
The course is designed for all levels — from complete beginners exploring Qigong for the first time to experienced practitioners refining their form. No prior credential or...
Learn MoreMaster Instructor Path
$5500
Master Instructor Path
$5500
This bundle is open to complete newcomers — no prior qigong experience, training, or credentials are required. It’s designed for three kinds of student: people new to...
Learn MoreQigong Yoga Certification Course
$2349
Qigong Yoga Certification Course
$2349
This training is for movement teachers, bodyworkers, and committed practitioners who want to lead Qigong and Yin Yoga classes themselves. No prior Qigong credential is...
Learn MoreQigong for Sleep
$59
Qigong for Sleep
$59
This course is open to anyone struggling with insomnia, nighttime anxiety, or restless sleep, and to those who want a non-medicated approach to better rest. No prior experience...
Learn MoreQigong for Pregnancy
$59
Qigong for Pregnancy
$59
This course is designed for pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy who want a gentle, trimester-safe practice to ease physical discomfort, calm the mind, and prepare for...
Learn MoreQigong for Beginners Course
$47
Qigong for Beginners Course
$47
This course is built for complete newcomers — anyone who wants to start qigong without prior knowledge, training, or skill in the practice. It suits people looking to reduce...
Learn MoreMedical Qigong Practitioner – 300 Hour
$5495
Medical Qigong Practitioner – 300 Hour
$5495
The program is open to students with no prior experience — no prerequisites are required. It’s designed for acupuncturists, massage therapists, chiropractors, yoga and...
Learn MoreQigong Teacher Training
$2399
Qigong Teacher Training
$2399
No prior Qigong or yoga experience is required. The program welcomes complete beginners alongside certified yoga teachers expanding their toolkit, healers, therapists,...
Learn MoreHolden QiGong Teacher Certification Program – Tier 1
$3997
Holden QiGong Teacher Certification Program – Tier 1
$3997
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The Holden QiGong Teacher Certification Program – Tier 1 is a 200-hour self-paced online training created by master instructor Lee Holden. It is built...
Learn MoreGreat Energy Healing Qigong Immersion & Level 1 Certification
$997
Great Energy Healing Qigong Immersion & Level 1 Certification
$997
The Great Energy Healing Qigong Immersion & Level 1 Certification by Inspired Living is an 8-week hybrid teacher training that combines qigong practice, traditional...
Learn MoreLEVEL I – CERTIFIED QIGONG INSTRUCTOR – 50 Hr Online
$1188
LEVEL I – CERTIFIED QIGONG INSTRUCTOR – 50 Hr Online
$1188
Level I – Certified Qigong Instructor – 50 Hr Online by Qigong Awareness, LLC is the entry-level certification in the school’s Qigong Instructor Training Program....
Learn MoreQigong Certification Online
$1697
Qigong Certification Online
$1697
The Qigong Certification Online programs from Long White Cloud Qigong are a set of four 200-hour instructor training courses led by founder John Munro. Each program takes...
Learn More8 Trigram Qigong Mastery Course and Teacher Training
$597
8 Trigram Qigong Mastery Course and Teacher Training
$597
The 8 Trigram Qigong Mastery Course and Teacher Training by White Tiger Qigong is a five-level online program that takes practitioners from foundational qigong through to...
Learn MoreQigong Instructor – 200 Hr
$3695
Qigong Instructor – 200 Hr
$3695
Qigong Instructor – 200 Hr by Qigong Awareness is a fully online, self-paced certification program that prepares students to teach Qigong classes and workshops rooted in the...
Learn MoreQuantum Qigong for Well-Being Virtual Training Program
$888
Quantum Qigong for Well-Being Virtual Training Program
$888
Discover Quantum Qigong in Inspired Living’s 12-week Level 1 Qigong Certification. This online course, led by experienced educators Christopher Grant & Daniela Hess,...
Learn MoreFoundations of Qigong for Healing Course Online
$1995
Foundations of Qigong for Healing Course Online
$1995
Facilitated by Chris and Parisa Shelton, Shelton Qigong’s certification program provides an in-depth exploration into the practice of Qigong and serves as a comprehensive...
Learn MoreQigong Immersion Online Training Program
$2399
Qigong Immersion Online Training Program
$2399
Whether you’re an experienced yoga instructor seeking to integrate Qigong into your teaching or a newcomer eager to explore Qigong exclusively, Yoga Farm Ithaca welcomes...
Learn MoreSelf-paced 8 Trigram Qigong Comprehensive
$1999
Self-paced 8 Trigram Qigong Comprehensive
$1999
White Tiger Qigong offers a unique 15-week, 5-level online Qigong teacher certification program. You can explore course modules based on your interests, and you will have the...
Learn MorePowerful Qigong 200-Hour Vitality Training Online
$3997
Powerful Qigong 200-Hour Vitality Training Online
$3997
The Holden Qigong Teacher Training program offers an extensive online curriculum transcending basic Qigong instruction. Tailored for aspiring teachers and those seeking a...
Learn MoreSmall Universe Inner Fire Elemental Alchemy Qigong
$2197
Small Universe Inner Fire Elemental Alchemy Qigong
$2197
The Long White Cloud Qigong Certification Online program, overseen by founder John Munro, offers a comprehensive pathway to Qigong certification. Drawing from over 20 years of...
Learn More50-Hour All-Inclusive Qigong Grounding Workshop Online
$999
50-Hour All-Inclusive Qigong Grounding Workshop Online
$999
Step into the world of Qigong with the Certified Qigong Instructor Training program from Qigong Awareness, crafted by David Coon, a seasoned Qigong master with over thirty...
Learn MoreOnline qigong courses: medical, spiritual, and martial traditions
Qigong sits at the intersection of movement, breath, and energy work — a discipline with thousands of years of lineage and a surprisingly fragmented modern training landscape. Most beginners do not realize there are three distinct traditions (medical, spiritual, and martial) before they enroll, and that the credential they earn from one school often does not translate to another. Use this page to understand how qigong certification actually works, what the main traditions teach, and how to choose a program that matches the kind of practice you want to build.
What you will learn in a qigong certification
Most beginner qigong certification programs build the same foundation: posture, slow movement sequences, breath coordination, and the basics of working with intention and qi. From there, programs deepen into the family the school cares about — clinical work in medical qigong, internal alchemy in spiritual qigong, hard- or soft-style conditioning in martial qigong.
A typical Tier 1 or beginner course covers:
- Posture, alignment, and rooting (standing practice)
- One or two foundational movement sequences from the school’s tradition
- Breath, intention, and dantian-centered awareness
- Basic traditional Chinese medical theory — qi, meridians, organ systems
- Self-practice routines you can sustain daily
- Practicum — observing or leading a class before teaching paid sessions
Traditions in qigong
Qigong divides into three broad traditions, and the tradition you train in shapes everything about your practice:
- Medical qigong. Aligned with traditional Chinese medical theory. Used clinically in China and increasingly in integrative health settings worldwide. Often paired with assessment and patient-care training.
- Spiritual qigong. Rooted in internal-alchemy and contemplative lineages. Slower, more meditative, often transmitted from a single teacher within an unbroken lineage.
- Martial qigong. The conditioning foundation of internal martial arts. Hard-style and soft-style branches. Builds structure, power, and breath capacity.
Major movement sequences cross all three traditions, appearing in slightly different forms in medical, spiritual, and martial curricula. Our overview of qigong and tai chi together covers how the two relate. Our deeper guide to choosing a qigong certification compares specific schools.
How qigong certification works
The credentialing landscape splits between independent professional registries and individual schools running their own multi-tier programs. Independent registry recognition signals that the school meets shared professional standards; school-internal certifications signal you have completed that lineage’s curriculum. Neither is universally “better” — they answer different questions.
Before choosing a program, consider:
- Which method the school actually teaches — medical, spiritual, or martial
- The lineage of the lead teacher and where it traces
- Whether independent registry recognition matters for where you plan to teach
- Online vs. in-person ratio — most lineages still expect in-person time
- Practice hours and whether you can sample teaching before enrolling
Frequently asked questions about qigong courses
How is qigong different from tai chi?
Tai chi is a specific martial art built around continuous form sequences. Qigong is broader — a method of practices that combine posture, breath, and intention to cultivate qi. Tai chi is a kind of moving qigong, but most qigong is not tai chi. Many practitioners learn both: qigong as the daily energetic practice, tai chi as the structured form study.
Which type of qigong should a beginner start with — medical, spiritual, or martial?
Medical qigong is usually the most accessible entry — clear sequences, evidence-informed framing, a practical health emphasis. Spiritual qigong rewards patience and lineage commitment. Martial qigong assumes you want internal-arts training in addition to qigong itself. If you are unsure, start with foundational movement sequences in any tradition and see what unfolds before committing to a school.
Is online qigong certification meaningful without lineage transmission?
It depends on the lineage. Programs aligned with independent registries are designed to function online and meet shared standards. Many spiritual qigong lineages still consider in-person transmission essential, and some teachers will not certify students who have only trained online. For medical and general practice, online certification is widely accepted; for deep lineage work, expect at least some in-person time.
