Tai Chi & Qi Gong - Golden Elixir Internal Arts

Tai Chi & Qi Gong - Golden Elixir Internal Arts Harmonize the Mind, Body, and Breath
-Timothee Puget

Learn Qi Gong, Tai chi, and Meditation

Based on Taoist and Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, Qi Gong is an ancient form of exercise that aims to regulate and increase one's Qi or Life Force.

Yawning and Qi GongSometimes, students yawn in my classes.Some students yawn more than others.(So yes, I'm really that b...
24/04/2026

Yawning and Qi Gong

Sometimes, students yawn in my classes.

Some students yawn more than others.

(So yes, I'm really that boring!)

The reason is, the vagus nerve gets activated and relaxing mode happens.

During my 3 year Qi Gong training course in France, we'd all yawn quite a bit during seated mediations and self-massages or after a session.

Today, a student who yawned quite a bit during a class (even if we moved for one hour) asked me if it was normal.

I then asked her what she usually does for sports.

She said: a lot of cardio and other activities more Yang activities.

I then explained that, even when I do some HiiT cardio exercises, I get this adrenalin and yang energy pump for the day.

Which isn't always a bad thing.

But the Qi Gong I share in my classes mostly do the opposite—they calm excessive Yang energy and cultivate Yin.

So, it's about balance and understanding the effects of each activity on your nervous system and hormones.

More Yang energy isn't always better. It could also sacrifice much needed Yin energy and make you more stressed than you need to be.

Too much Yin or relaxing isn't good either.

You gotta move fast or lift heavy things at times.

-Coach Tim
Timothée Puget


Many people think Qi Gong is just a soft gymnastic with relaxing flowing movements.Well, it is, but there's more to it t...
23/04/2026

Many people think Qi Gong is just a soft gymnastic with relaxing flowing movements.

Well, it is, but there's more to it than meets the eye.

One needs some tangible and physical markers in order to get a solid foundation.

This way, energy or Qi will be effortlesslesly accessible and just as tangible as your feet and bones and flesh.

This takes time.


23/04/2026

"Reset your nervous system"

One of the best ways to do this is by cultivating emptiness in Wuji.

With correct structure and head hanging, let all your holding and tension go.

Empty your mind and your body of tension.




Dao Jia Yang Sheng Gong(Daoist Life-Nourishing Methods)Also known as Hui Chun Gong (Return to Spring)The set carries the...
22/04/2026

Dao Jia Yang Sheng Gong

(Daoist Life-Nourishing Methods)

Also known as Hui Chun Gong (Return to Spring)

The set carries the idea of rejuvenation, blood flow strengthening the Kidney Qi, the Mingmen point and overall vitality.

This Qi Gong has been used for more than 700 years for restoring health and balancing energy.

Done with correct structure and mechanics, it can do wonders and is very relaxing.

In the photo—pose in the 3rd (out of 12) exercise called

Strengthening the Primordial Qi (Yuan Qi)


In my experience Qi Gong or Tai Chi doesn't replenish or increase Qi instantly. Qi is built over time with rest and food...
21/04/2026

In my experience Qi Gong or Tai Chi doesn't replenish or increase Qi instantly. Qi is built over time with rest and food after each session.

You may still feel "energized" and good after a session, but proper releasing will also shut down your sympathetic response and help you enter into "healing" and parasympathetic mode.

This will also depend on what you do after a session.

All in all, this is very much like working out muscles at the gym to get adaptation, but instead, we are strengthening the nerves and energy systems of the body. That's why you may feel tired after Qi Gong.

Therefore, sleep and rest are just as important as practicing.

The Yin and Yang and Tai chi (taiji) Philosophy has many layers and applications in both Tai chi and Qi Gong.When Risi...
20/04/2026

The Yin and Yang and Tai chi (taiji) Philosophy has many layers and applications in both Tai chi and Qi Gong.

When Rising, something is Sinking
When Sinking, something is Rising.

When Yin reaches an extreme, Yang arrises.
When Yang reaches its peak, Yin must ensue.

When the Qi expands, it must then condense.

Some of the Yin Yang aspects are alternating (linear)
Some are simultaneous, happening in the Mind and/or Body at the same time.

-Coach Tim

In Tai chi and Qi Gong, releasing muscular and within a correct structure is key to allowing Qi and Blood to circulate ...
18/04/2026

In Tai chi and Qi Gong, releasing muscular and within a correct structure is key to allowing Qi and Blood to circulate into the deeper tissues and organs of the body.

Photo: Dao Jia Yang Sheng Gong (Daoist Longevity Qi Gong)
"Separate Hands"

-Coach Tim

Qi Gong is about alignment through correct skeletal structure.When the bones are properly aligned, the body (flesh) can ...
17/04/2026

Qi Gong is about alignment through correct skeletal structure.
When the bones are properly aligned, the body (flesh) can relax, the Qi and Breath can settle in the Dan Tien
and a natural connection between Heaven and Earth is established.

-Coach Tim

08/04/2026

🌿 Qi Gong & Baduanjin Workshop 🌿

Deep Stretch • Build Energy • Relax the Mind

Join us for a practical introduction to authentic Qi Gong training. Learn a complete routine combining Basic Foundations, Standing Practice, Seated Meditation, and the classical Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade) form.
🗓 Dates: April 26 and May 3
⏰ Time: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
💰 Price:
₱4,500 – Both sessions
₱2,500 – Single session option
In this workshop, you will:
• Learn a full Qi Gong routine you can practice at home
• Become more grounded and relaxed
• Experience deep stretching and tension release
• Begin developing your Qi (inner energy)
Limited slots available.
Message Coach Tim for any inquiries:
Reserve your slot here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4PycrgUHtG-Cz8pmWPOBP7Fy5hEaG4YIiZF-Zdl00hIY_Pw/viewform

🌿 Qi Gong & Baduanjin Workshop 🌿Deep Stretch • Build Energy • Relax the MindJoin us for a practical introduction to auth...
31/03/2026

🌿 Qi Gong & Baduanjin Workshop 🌿
Deep Stretch • Build Energy • Relax the Mind

Join us for a practical introduction to authentic Qi Gong training. Learn a complete routine combining Basic Foundations, Standing Practice, Seated Meditation, and the classical Baduanjin (Eight Pieces of Brocade) form.

🗓 Dates: April 26 and May 3
⏰ Time: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM

💰 Price:
₱4,500 – Both sessions
₱2,500 – Single session option

In this workshop, you will:
• Learn a full Qi Gong routine you can practice at home
• Become more grounded and relaxed
• Experience deep stretching and tension release
• Begin developing your Qi (inner energy)

Limited slots available.
Message Coach Tim for any inquiries:

Reserve your slot here:
(QR 2 nd photo)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4PycrgUHtG-Cz8pmWPOBP7Fy5hEaG4YIiZF-Zdl00hIY_Pw/viewform?usp=header

Here is some Chinese Cosmology or Philosophy to help you understand Taiji Quan or Tai Chi Chuan.Wuji (無極) is a Chinese c...
02/03/2026

Here is some Chinese Cosmology or Philosophy to help you understand Taiji Quan or Tai Chi Chuan.

Wuji (無極) is a Chinese concept that refers to a state of emptiness, void, or timelessness. It is the unmanifested form of the Tao.

Taiji (太極) is a compound of tai (太 'great', 'supreme') and ji (極 'pole', 'extremity'). Used together, taiji may be understood as 'source of the world'. Common English translations of taiji in the cosmological sense include "Supreme Ultimate", and "Great Absolute". Taiji is understood to be the highest conceivable principle from which existence flows.

The "supreme ultimate" creates yang and yin. Movement generates yang, and when its activity reaches its limit, it becomes tranquil. Through tranquility the supreme ultimate
generates yin.When tranquility has reached its limit, there is a return to movement. Movement and tranquility, in alternation, become each the source of the other.

The popular martial art Tai ji chuan (Tai Chi) or Supreme Ultimate Fist and Qi Gong are both inspired by this Tai chi philosophy.

Move slowly. Breathe deeply. Let strength arise without force.This January, we welcome Yang Tai Chi, a flowing martial a...
09/01/2026

Move slowly. Breathe deeply. Let strength arise without force.

This January, we welcome Yang Tai Chi, a flowing martial art practice rooted in balance, softness, and internal power. Guided by Teacher Tim Puget, this workshop invites you to explore movement as meditation and stillness in motion.

Yang Tai Chi is gentle yet profound.
It teaches the body to relax, the mind to settle, and the breath to guide each step. Whether you’re new to internal arts or deepening an existing practice, this is a space to learn with presence and intention.

What you’ll explore:
• Yang Family Tai Chi (Taijiquan)
• Push Hands & partner drills
• Traditional curriculum from Chuang Cheng Academy
• Small, focused group (12 slots only)

📅 January 17 & 24, 2026
🕓 Saturdays, 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Torre Yoga & Wellness, Salcedo Village, Makati
Price:
• ₱1,500 per session
• ₱2,800 for both sessions
🔗 Book your spot via the link
https://www.torrewellness.com/class/17b31931-f70c-4223-b8b1-78d08bb91d45

(1 session or both sessions available)

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