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Big Dipper Body Protection (Da Gong) is a form of “hard qi gong”. Following set routines, specific breathing, and Dao Yin methods for an extended period of time, the student will achieve increased internal strength, resistance to external attacks and effective self-defense, as well as tonify internal health and balance. This practice can expel stagnation and old toxins from deep within the body. It tonifies the immune system and wei qi to defend and protect from external forces, be it pathogenic factors or energetic influences. The movements stimulate circulation of the endocrine system, and activate the parasympathetic nervous system thereby slowing the heart and breathing rates, lowering blood pressure and promoting digestion. We begin each session with Bone Marrow Washing and Rhythm Detox Exercise (also known as Ha-ha Gong, Acupuncture Meridian Dredging or Crow Qi Gong) warm ups, followed by core content Da Gong and end with 15 minutes of Q&A. Acupressure points are utilized throughout. Name sheet is provided with English, Pin Yin, and Chinese Characters (simplified and traditional) of Di Yi Bu – Tian Bu (first step – Heavenly Set): 9 movements combining breathing method and pai da (self hitting). Da Gong is more strenuous than soft qi gong with moderately complex movements and positions. Once learned and applied this method is incredibly efficacious and the effects can be felt immediately. This course is appropriate for all skill levels and can be modified for purposes ranging from health benefits to martial fortitude. When you register for this course, you will receive 6 instructional videos (each video is 1 hour and 15 minutes). If you are already subscribed to a different course on our site, there is no need to pay the monthly fee twice, simply cancel one subscription and all programs will be available in your account.