Since the discovery of Chi, or “Qi” circulation (Breath, Life Force, or Blood oxygen) in the human body over four thousand years ago, Chinese doctors have devoted a major portion of their efforts to the study and manipulation of Qi. Their efforts have resulted in acupuncture, acupressure, and herbal treatment. Qigong is often compared to Yoga, as both systems incorporate breathing, stretching, and energetic movements designed to restore the body’s vitality. Qigong is the union of mind and body. Qigong taught at AQIS is based upon 3 principles - proper breathing technique, meditation and exercise.
Elder Master Grooms served as Master Michael Reid’s primary instructor for the majority of his martial arts career. From Elder Master Grooms, AQIS has inherited several qigong and meditation systems. These systems include 5 Animal Qigong, Ho Tien Qi, and Shien Tien Qi.
From Dr. Love, we have Blue Dragon Qigong, a system based on the cultivation of Jing, Chi, and Shen. Dr. Love is the Lineage Holder for a 300-year-old family system of Taoist Qigong that has a direct lineage to Wudang temple. Dr. Love is also a medical doctor, student of Tibetan healing, Shamanistic practitioner and student of Kemet - “Ancient Egyptian Healing Practices”.
From Pendekar Bahati, we have the system of Daya Batin. Pendekar Bahati is also the primary instructor of our Tenaga Dalam system, Satria Nusantara. As a ranking member of Pusaka Sakti Mataram Lakutama, Pendekar Bahati connects us to a diverse group of healers from Indonesia.
From Guru Daniel, we have the system of Daya Batin as well as Tama Yoga. Guru Daniel is also one of three founding members of Pusaka Sakti Mataram Lakutama, a diverse group of Indonesia’s most elite tribal healers who have dedicated their lives to sharing and preserving Indonesia’s vast cultural antiquities.