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Observing Social Distancing

In consideration of the Covid-19 pandemic and post-pandemic time, we are not currently offering in-person classes.
Our courses and workshops will resume when the safety conditions are internationally met.
For online courses and virtual research collaborations, please contact us.
We wish all our students good health, peace and resilience, and a lot of Grace!
 

2022

Moving to Virginia, USA

We have moved to Virginia over the past one year and Satya Sattva Studio is undergoing the registration procedures in VA.
Stay tuned!

 
 

Book Essay – New Publication!

“The Elixir of Life, Transitioning from the Ingestible Elixir to the Inner Elixir”
Adina Riposan-Taylor, PhD
TMYS Review September 2022 
Cultural Identity & Ideology II: Stories, Poems, Essays on Food & Drinks 
In association with: York Center for Asian Research, York University
(Celebrating 20 Years)
Part of Tell Me Your Story (TMYS) Review book series, 2020-2022
Visit Adina’s Articles and Publications Page (read Abstract)
 
 

Live Panel Discussion – TMYS Review

Panel Session: The Elixir of Life Across History and CulturesJuly 2nd, 2022
Watch: Panel Discussion Video Recording
Speakers: Dr. Suhas G. Kshirsagar, Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor, Mona Verma
Moderator: Snigdha Basu

 
TMYS Theme: Cultural Identity & Ideology II: Stories, Poems, Essays on Food & Drinks 
In association with: York Center for Asian Research, York University
Part of Tell Me Your Story (TMYS) Review Series, 2020-2022 
Visit Adina’s Articles and Publications Page
 
 

STEM Tutoring

Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor provides tutoring support in Math, Science, Coding, Creative Writing, and French language.

  • Ongoing, post-pandemic support.
  • Tutoring specialized for STEM education.
  • Middle-School and High-School advanced & honor courses.

 


 

2020-2021

Youth STEAM Regional Virtual Camp – July 2020



Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
@ Satya Sattva studio has participated as a Coding Teacher in the Youth STEAM Virtual Summer Camp 2020 organized by Shiva Robotics Academy and the City of Jacksonville FL, to support children and youth during the lockdown, funded by the City of Jacksonville through Kids Hope Alliance. Shiva Robotics Academy in partnership with Communities in Schools of Jacksonville conducted one week of Virtual Camp (July 20-24), on a S.T.E.A.M theme (Science Technology Engineering Arts and Mathematics), including sessions in coding, animation, 3D designing, simulation and game development. The camp was attended via Zoom by 80 students, in grades 3-8, in Duval County.

Adina contributed 2 advanced Scratch coding and game development sessions:
Live step-by-step demonstrations on building interactive games in Scratch, customized for different ages (Elementary, Middle, High-school), including Math coding and Computational Thinking elements.
 
Watch the recordings of Adina’s live coding sessions: (Grades 3-5 / Grades 6-8)

 

Online Coding Classes with Adina

Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor @ Satya Sattva studio offers an Online Live Scratch Coding Course in support to children during the Covid pandemic lockdown, in collaboration with Shiva Robotics Academy.
Adina’s coding classes are designed for the age groups 7-9, 10-12, 13-18.
Adina’s live course is interactive and supported by Zoom live conferencing on the Scratch Teachers online system.
Course duration: April 25 – May 30 (open to students to continue independently)
Visit the Classroom link
Watch the Introduction Class Video Recording (April 25) 
TeacherAdinaSatya (Adina Riposan-Taylor) has been on the network of Scratch Teachers registered by Harvard University since 2017 and she has created her own course based on a curriculum recommended by Harvard University and MIT.
Visit Adina’s Scratch Programming Classes
Visit Adina’s Scratch Studios
Adina’s course platform and teaching studios are open to the students to continue to work independently and interactively, and collaborate with each other through the students’ projects studio.
Learn more about our Coding Classes
 

STEM Tutoring

Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor provides tutoring support in Math, Science, Coding, Creative Writing, and French language.

  • Lockdown and post-lockdown support.
  • Tutoring specialized for STEM education.
  • Middle-School and High-School advanced & honor courses.

 


 

2019

Summer Camp 2019 at the Sanctuary on 8th Street

Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor will contribute an integrated mentorship program of Tai Chi, Qigong and Meditation of the Heart during the Summer Camp 2019 at the Sanctuary on 8th Street in Jacksonville City, to support children and teenagers living in marginalized neighborhoods and concentrated poverty in the city.
Course duration: June 24th – July 19th, 2019
Learn more about our volunteering classes at the Sanctuary on 8th Street.

 

Meditation of the Heart class at AmeliaFit

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Location: AmeliaFit, Amelia Island Plantation
Fernandina Beach, Nassau County, FL
Registration: Please register with AmeliaFit
Adina will offer a gradual approach to the Meditation of the Heart, as a contemplative method to train ‘the awareness of the heart’. The practice includes specific methods of guided meditation, breathing, awareness of mind-body states and contemplative prayer, in a harmonious integration and accessible as a routine daily exercise. As described in the wisdom traditions, “Hridaya Meditation of the Heart” is an integrative cultivation of Christian, Buddhist, Hindu, Sufi, Shaivit, and Daoist methods of meditation and self-inquiry that guide towards the awareness of the ‘Heart Center’, and build up a strong practice for awakening the ‘Spiritual Heart’.
Date: Saturday, April 27th
Class time: 1:30-2:30 pm
Learn more about our Hridaya Yoga and Meditation events

 

Tai Chi and Qigong class at AmeliaFit

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Location: AmeliaFit, Amelia Island Plantation
Fernandina Beach, Nassau County, FL
Registration: Please register with AmeliaFit
Adina’s teaching style is adapted to the class and students’ profile, starting at the beginners level and reaching more advanced levels and more complex forms as the students progress in their practice. She teaches classes for peace and serenity, for balance and harmony, for health and prevention, for rediscovering our connection with nature.  This class will help you feel more peaceful, be more creative, enjoy life and have the energy to gracefully meet its challenges.
We ultimately aim to awaken our True Nature and Eternal Self.
Date: Saturday, April 27th
Class time: 12:30-1:30 pm
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong styles and forms

 

New! Tai Chi and Qigong for Elderly at AmeliaFit

Intro-level class for elderly, combining chair-practice and standing-practice.
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Location: AmeliaFit, Amelia Island Plantation
Fernandina Beach, Nassau County, FL
Registration: Please register with AmeliaFit
Intro class: Monday, March 25th
Class time: 9:30-10:30 am
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong classes for elderly

 


2018

Tai Chi and Qigong for Children

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
We offer this class Free at the Sanctuary on 8th Street to support children and teenagers living in marginalized neighborhoods and concentrated poverty in the city. Adina’s class contributes to the Sanctuary’s positive mentorship program for at-risk youth in Jacksonville City.
Every Wednesday 1:00-2:00 pm, and every Thursday 3:30-4:30 pm.

Adina currently instructs the Animal Frolics Qigong (Wu Qin Xi) – adapted form for children and teens.
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong Styles and Forms

 

Tai Chi and Qigong in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Free intro-level class for all ages in the screen porch!
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Meet us at this amazing wild life refuge on every 1st and 4th Sundays of the month!
Coming dates: Sunday, Sunday, 6th of May

Class time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong
Styles and Forms

 

Hridaya Yoga in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Workshops on Florida Space Coast
Wild life refuge and nature conservation in Brevard County
Workshops offered Free by Satya Sattva Studio
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
1st Sunday of the month, 1:00-3:00 pm
Coming dates: Sunday, 6th of May

Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida

 

New! Tai Chi for Elderly on Merritt Island, FL

Sunflower House 
Aging Matters, Brevard County
Custom Tai Chi class with Adina!
Saturday, April 28th, 2:30-3:30 pm
See Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor’s Bio
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong
Classes for Elderly

 

Oneness and Love Awareness Hridaya Workshop

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Workshops In the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary!
Florida Space Coast
, wild life refuge and nature conservation in Brevard County.
Workshops offered Free by Satya Sattva Studio
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
April 28, 2018, 12:00-2:00 pm 
(following Adina’s WTCQD event)

Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida

 

Special Tai Chi and Qigong in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
We’ll offer this class celebrating the World Tai Chi and Qigong Day 2018 .
Anybody may join the practice, or just observe.
Saturday, 28th of April, 9:30-11:30 am
We’ll start with talks about the arts at 9:30 am, we’ll continue with regular practice 10-11:00, then a new addition to the class will follow at 11-11:30: Animal Frolics Qigong (Wu Qin Xi), mostly suited in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary…
Kids are very welcomed to join!
Meet us at this amazing wild life refuge on every 1st and 4th Sundays of the month!
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong
Styles and Forms

 

Hridaya Yoga in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Workshops on Florida Space Coast
Wild life refuge and nature conservation in Brevard County
Workshops offered Free by Satya Sattva Studio
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
1st Sunday of the month, 1:00-3:00 pm
Coming dates: Sunday, 4th of February and 4th of March

Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida

 

Tai Chi and Qigong in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Free intro-level class for all ages in the screen porch!
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Meet us at this amazing wild life refuge on every 1st and 4th Sundays of the month!
Coming dates: Sunday, 4th of February and 4th of March

Class time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong
Styles and Forms

 

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Workshop

With Adina, at Satya Sattva Studio, Amelia Island
February 11th, 2:00 – 7:00 pm
Enlarging our Sangha with new members this year, guided by enthusiastic curiosity, aspiration and the call of the heart to join our studies and meditation practice, always offers a good occasion to welcome them with a fresh start on the Hridaya Teachings. We’ll offer a half-day workshop on the Significance of the Spiritual Heart and an Introduction to Hridaya Hatha Yoga and Hridaya Meditation.
Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida

 

4 Days Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Workshops – The call of the Heart!

With Adina, at Satya Sattva Studio, Amelia Island
December 29 – January 1, 2:00 – 6:00 pm
Honouring the end of the year and the coming of the new one! Honouring nature in all its manifestations, following the recent Hurricane Irma and the survival of Amelia Island.
We’ll gather our Sangha in harmony and we’ll continue our Hridaya studies series at the Beach House by Main Beach.
Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida
 


2017

Hridaya Yoga in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Workshops on Florida Space Coast
Wild life refuge and nature conservation in Brevard County
Workshops offered Free by Satya Sattva Studio
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
1st Sunday of the month, 1:00-3:00 pm
Coming dates: Sunday, 3rd of December and 7th of January

Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida

 

Tai Chi and Qigong in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Free intro-level class for all ages in the screen porch!
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Meet us at this amazing wild life refuge on every 1st and 4th Sundays of the month!
Coming dates: Sunday, 3rd of December and 7th of January
Class time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong
Styles and Forms

 

Corporate Tai Chi at OMNI Resorts

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Conference Center visiting group

OMNI Resort – Amelia Island Plantation
Thursday, November 9
8:30-10:00 am
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong classes at OMNI Resorts

 

Hridaya Yoga in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Workshops on Florida Space Coast
Wild life refuge and nature conservation in Brevard County
Workshops offered Free by Satya Sattva Studio
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
1st Sunday of the month, 1:00-3:00 pm
Coming dates: Sunday, 3rd and 24th of September

Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida

 

Tai Chi and Qigong in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Free intro-level class for all ages in the screen porch!
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Meet us at this amazing wild life refuge on every 1st and 4th Sundays of the month!
Dates in September: Sunday, 3rd and 24th
Class time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong
Styles and Forms

 

Hridaya Teachings from the Cave of the Heart, in Greece

Hridaya Workshop at the Oracle of Delphi Sanctuary
The ancient Delphi Archaeological Site on the plateau of Mount Parnassus, Greece
Workshop offered Free by Satya Sattva Studio
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida
August 21st, 2:00 – 7:00 pm
Adina will give a spiritual workshop combining Hridaya Meditation, teachings and
practice, offering an experience from the profound depth of the Spiritual Heart and
the Naturalness of Rigpa. The program includes a walking meditation around
the ancient site and will close with sungazing at sunset.

 

Tai Chi and Qigong in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Free intro-level class for all ages in the screen porch!
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Meet us at this amazing wild life refuge on every 1st and 4th Sundays of the month!
Dates in August: Sunday, 6th and 27th
Class time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong
Styles and Forms

 

Hridaya Yoga in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Workshops on Florida Space Coast
Wild life refuge and nature conservation in Brevard County
Workshops offered Free by Satya Sattva Studio
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
1st Sunday of the month, 1:00-3:00 pm
Coming date: August 6th

Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida

 

Hridaya Yoga in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

4-Days Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Workshops on Florida Space Coast
Wild life refuge and nature conservation in Brevard County
Workshops offered Free by Satya Sattva Studio
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida
Schedule: July 18th – 21st
Tue: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Wed: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Thu: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Fri: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

 

New! Tai Chi for Elderly in Titusville, FL

Addington Place of Titusville
Symphony Senior Living
Custom Tai Chi class with Adina!
Sunday, July 2nd, 2:00-3:00 pm
See Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor’s Bio
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong
Classes for Elderly

 

Tai Chi and Qigong in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

Free intro-level class for all ages in the screen porch!
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Meet us at this amazing wild life refuge on every 1st and 4th Sundays of the month!
Dates in June: Sunday, 4th and 25th
Dates in July: Sunday, 2nd and 23rd
Class time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong
Styles and Forms

 

National Senior Health and Fitness Day 2017

24th Annual Event: 100,000 older adults will participate in activities
at more than 1,000 locations throughout the US (read more)
Celebration Tai Chi class with Adina!
See Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor’s Bio
Osprey Village Retirement Community
Wednesday, May 31
10:00-11:00 am
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong
Classes for Elderly

 

4 Days Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Retreat

The call of the Heart, honouring the end of the year and the coming of the new one!
Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida page
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
See Adina’s Bio

Satya Sattva Studio
Amelia Island (Fernandina Beach), FL
(Photo Gallery)

 


2016

Children Classes
Amelia Island Montessori School

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
See Adina’s Bio

Hatha Yoga and Meditation
Every Tuesday, 1:00-2:00 pm
Qigong – Animal Frolics
Every Thursday, 1:00-2:00 pm

 

Active Aging Week – 2016

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
Sept 25 – Oct 1, 2016
Celebration Tai Chi classes with Adina!
Osprey Village Retirement Community:
Thursday, September 29
10:00-11:00 am
Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong Classes for Elderly

 

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation – 3 Days Retreat

Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida page
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
See Adina’s Bio

Satya Sattva Studio
Amelia Island (Fernandina Beach), FL
September 23-25; 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
(Photo Gallery)

 

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation – 4 Workshops Series

Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida page
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
See Adina’s Bio

Satya Sattva Studio
Amelia Island (Fernandina Beach), FL
Sundays, September 4, 11, 18, 25; 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
(Photo Gallery)

 

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation – 6 Workshops Series

Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida page

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
See Adina’s Bio

Satya Sattva Studio
Amelia Island (Fernandina Beach), FL
11:00 am – 4:00 pm, June 17, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30
(Photo Gallery)

 

World Tai Chi and Qigong Day 2015

Saturday, April 25, 2015 – 9:30 – 11:30 am
Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, FL
Visit event
More Information!
WTCQ-2016
We celebrate the WTCQD 2016 on Saturday, May 30th, between 10:00-11:00 am. Tai Chi and Qigong regular practice 10:00-10:30 am. Between 10:30-11:00 am (FL time), Adina will sustain a special Qigong meditation focused on the HeartMind Dantian (middle dantian). Everybody is welcomed to tune in!

 

Wu Style TaiQi Retreat


Enter the Wu – Embodying Daoist Alchemy
Orlando, Friday-Monday, April 8-11, 2016
Nourishing Life Retreat See website

 

IIQTC Level 1 – Teacher Training

Community Qigong Practice Leader Training
With Dr. Roger Jahnke
Director of the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi (IIQTC)
See website

 

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation – 6 Workshops Series

Visit Hridaya Yoga and Meditation in North Florida page
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor See Adina’s Bio
Satya Sattva Studio
Amelia Island (Fernandina Beach), FL
Sundays 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, Dec 27, Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
(Photo Gallery)

 


2015

Introductory Workshop in Qigong and Tai Chi

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor See Adina’s Bio
Hridaya Yoga Center, Mazunte, Mexico
Photo Album
December 6th, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
November 1st, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Read more about the Workshop!
Integral Qigong and Tai Chi
transmitted by Dr Roger Jahnke,
IIQTC – Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi

 

Wu Style Tai Chi Workshop

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor See Adina’s Bio
Hridaya Yoga Center, Mazunte, Mexico
November 8st, 2015
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Read more about the Workshop!
Traditional Tai Chi style transmitted by
Tai Chi Teacher Kai Van Bodegom from
Nourishing Life and his Tai Chi Master Yang Cheng Long.

 

2-days Mind Master Retreat with Adina

Hridaya Hatha Yoga and Meditation Retreat
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor See Adina’s Bio
Satya Sattva Studio
Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach City, 32034 FL
October 6-7, 2015
Tue (9:00 am) – Wed (6:00 pm)
Read more about the Retreat!
Photo Gallery – Hridaya Yoga and Meditation
Workshops and Retreats with Adina

 

3-days HeartMind Retreat with Adina

Hridaya Hatha Yoga and Meditation Retreat
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor See Adina’s Bio
Satya Sattva Studio
Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach City, 32034 FL
October 3-5, 2015
Sat (9:00 am) – Mon (6:00 pm)
Read more about the Retreat!
Photo Gallery – Hridaya Yoga and Meditation
Workshops and Retreats with Adina

 

Active Aging Week – 2015

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor
September 27 – October 3, 2015
Celebration Tai Chi classes with Adina!

  • Osprey Village Retirement Community:
    Wed, Sept 30, 10:00-11:00 am
  • Amelia Island Montessori School:
    Tue/Wed, Sept 29/30, 3:00-4:00 pm
  • Tehila’s Pilates, Jacksonville:
    Wed, Sept 30, 6:00-7:30 pm (free class)

Learn more about our Tai Chi and Qigong Classes for Elderly

 

Hridaya Yoga and Meditation – 4 Workshops Series

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor See Adina’s Bio
Satya Sattva Studio
Amelia Island (Fernandina Beach), FL
Sundays 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, Aug 30, Sept 6, 13, 20
Visit our Event page!

 

Hridaya Hatha Yoga and Meditation Workshop

With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor See Adina’s Bio
Satya Sattva Studio
Amelia Island (Fernandina Beach), FL
Sunday, August 2nd, 2015
10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Read more about the Workshop!
Visit our Event page!
 
Adina will further hold weekly regular classes of Hridaya Hatha Yoga
Sundays 10-11:30 am, August 9, 16, 23, 30

 

World Tai Chi and Qigong Day 2015

Saturday, April 25, 2015 – 9:30 – 11:30 am
Omni Resorts, Amelia Island Plantation
Visit event
More Information!
WTCQ-2015
Location & Directions: Amelia Island Plantation Racquet Park, Racquet Park Dr, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (by Verandah Restaurant); Entrance from A1A, parking available, large tent available in case of rain. See map and directions
Attendance: Open to all, free of charge, anybody may observe or join the demonstrations.

World Tai Chi & Qigong Web Portal!
World Tai Chi & Qigong listing – all countries !

WTCQ-2015

The theme is: One World… One Breath !
World Tai Chi & Qigong Day has been celebrated since 1999 in 100’s of cities in over 80 nations bringing people together in Tai Chi & Qigong movement. It begins in New Zealand, and will spread time zone by time zone across the globe through 60 countries across 6 continents producing a “healing wave”. We offer presentation and practice of different styles & forms practiced within our community. Join us for this community global event.

 

Wu Style TaiQi Retreat and Teacher Training

Orlando, Friday-Monday, April 27-30, 2015
Nourishing Life Retreat See website

We are pleased to announce our participation at the Wu Style TaiQi Retreat and Teacher Training organised by Kai Van Bodegom and Nourishing Life. The training included the Taoist Yoga Set (to stretch and activate tendons, ligaments and fascia), Dao Yin Qigong Set (to open the body with breath and graceful movement), Wu Style Meridian Stretching and Wu Style Qigong, and continued with the full engagement in the Wu Style Tai-Qi to link the movements together with rooted stepping and flow the form. We reviewed the fundamentals of Daoist Alchemy, Tai-Qi & Tonic Herbs (the synergy of the Taoist Health Sciences), the philosophy of Tai-Qi in life and relationships, and we explored the Self-Defense Martial Applications of Wu Style TaiQi, finishing the retreat with the Standing YiQuan Meditation.
Nourishing, energetic, rewarding, and full of grace… truly embodying Daoist Alchemy !

 

2-days HeartMind Retreat with Adina

Hridaya Hatha Yoga and Meditation Retreat
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor See Adina’s Bio
Satya Sattva Studio, Fernandina Beach, FL

Friday-Sunday, March 20th-22nd, 2015
Fri (5:00 pm) – Sun (5:00 pm)
Read more about the Retreat!
Photo Gallery

 

 

IIQTC Level 1 – Community Qigong Practice Leader Training

With Dr. Roger Jahnke
Director of the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi (IIQTC)

March 13-20, 2015 – Marywood Center, St. Johns, FL
Read more about the Retreat! Registration

 


2014

10-Day Hridaya Silent Meditation Retreat

Mazunte (Oaxaca), Mexico, Nov 21-30, 2014
Hridaya Yoga Center See website
The Meditation of the Heart and Spanda See retreat website

Study and Meditation with Sahajananda: A collection of Budhist, Hindu, Sufi, Shivait, and Christian methods of breath, meditation and self-inquiry that build up a strong practice for awakening the Spiritual Heart and the sacred Spandic vibration.
Developing the body of light and pure vibration…

 

International Jazz Festival, Mazunte 2014

Check the festival website !
Mazunte, Oaxaca, Mexico
Saturday-Sunday, November 15-16th, 2014
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor See Adina’s Bio

Qigong demonstration and class with Adina
Adina will lead the class in Spanish.
Everybody welcomed to join !

 

Qigong Workshop at Hridaya Yoga Center

Hridaya Yoga Center – Mazunte, Oaxaca, Mexico
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor See Adina’s Bio
Monday, November 10th, 7:30-9:30 pm
Presentation and Study: In this workshop, we will explore the roots and the philosophy of Qigong and Tai Chi, the mapping of the existing forms, as well as the health and well being benefits. We will explore the principles at the foundation of these amazing mind-body health exercises, and we will understand the concepts that lead to a solid and grounded practice with optimal results.
Qigong and Tai Chi Practice: We will introduce the practice of the Vitality Enhancement method (Bu Zheng style) and the Alchemic Nine Phases. We’ll learn the Guo Lin breath (from the Guo Lin cancer-recovery program), body self-massaging and tapping, Ringing the Temple Gong and Beating the Heavenly Drum methods, then we’ll discover the Qi, gather the Qi, circulate and purify, direct and conserve, store and transform, “polish the pearl”, and finally dissolve in the Qi. We will feel the immersion and discover our true eternal nature.

 

10-Day Hridaya Silent Meditation Retreat

Mazunte (Oaxaca), Mexico, Oct 17-26, 2014
Hridaya Yoga Center See website
The Meditation of the Heart and Spanda See retreat website

Study and Meditation with Sahajananda: A collection of Budhist, Hindu, Sufi, Shivait, and Christian methods of breath, meditation and self-inquiry that build up a strong practice for awakening the Spiritual Heart and the sacred Spandic vibration.
Developing the body of light and pure vibration…

 

Workshop on Health Qigong and Inner Alchemy !

2-days Workshop with Adina at Tehila’s studio !
Tehila’s Pilates – Jacksonville, Riverside/Avondale
Saturday-Sunday, September 6-7th, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Workshop

Module 1: Introductory Workshop in Qigong and Tai Chi
Module 2: “The Golden Elixir” legend through the “7 Precious Gestures” Qigong
Module 3: “Six Healing Sounds” Qigong Workshop
Module 4: “Animals Frolics” Qigong
Workshop description
See Event page

 

Workshop on the Six Healing Sounds Qigong (Liu Zi Jue)

Qigong traditional movement and breath form, in association with the particular healing sounds
Satya Sattva Studio, Saturday, June 14th, 3:00 – 5:00 pm

Adina

During this Workshop we will study the Six Healing Sounds in association with the Five Elements and the physical body system, and we will learn the Qigong movement and breath patterns that complete this traditional powerful healing form. We will finish the workshop with an initiation in the Warrior Breath.

The Six Healing Sounds Qigong form (Liu Zi Jue) is a particular Qigong exercise which focuses on breath control, to regulate and control the rise and fall of Qi (vital energy) through the inhalation and exhalation of Six Healing Sounds. Each of the Six Healing Sounds is directly related to the main organs, and the practice strengthens the liver, heart, spleen, lungs and kidneys, as well as bringing calming and stress-release effects. The practice involves the coordination of movement and breathing patterns, featuring slow, gentle movements that are safe and easy to learn and are suitable for people of all ages and in all conditions of health.

 

Qi Activation 2014

Kissimmee, Orlando Area, Friday-Sunday, May 16-18, 2014
Qi Revolution Event See website

Participation at the Qi Activation Event in Kissimmee organised by the amazing Qigong teacher Jeff Primack and Supreme Science Qigong.

We are going to experience a true health and strength enhancement experience, Qi activation and breath empowerment. We are going to explore the world of pure energy and learn more about the Food-Healing methods devised for “Conquering Any Disease”.

Qi Immersion… Connection to the Source… Bliss and Inspiration !

 

World Tai Chi and Qigong Day 2014

Saturday, April 26, 2014 – 9:30 – 11:30 am
Friendship Fountain, 1015 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, Florida 32207
See map and directions
World Tai Chi & Qigong listing – all countries !

WTCQ-2014

The theme is: One World… One Breath !
World Tai Chi & Qigong Day has been celebrated since 1999 in 100’s of cities in over 70 nations bringing people together in Tai Chi & Qigong movement. It begins in New Zealand, and will spread time zone by time zone across the globe through 60 countries across 6 continents producing a “healing wave”. We offer presentation and practice of different styles & forms practiced within our community. Join us for this community global event.

 

Introductory Workshop in Qigong and Tai Chi

Sunday, April 6, 2014 – 3:30 – 5:30 pm
Go Yoga Amelia Island See website

We are pleased to announce our upcoming workshop in Integral Qigong and Tai Chi with Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor, IIQTC Certified Qigong Community Practice Leader. We’ll explore the roots and the philosophy of Qigong and Tai Chi, the mapping of existing forms, as well as the health and wellbeing benefits. Our Practice (beginners level) will cover the Vitality Enhancement method (Bu Zheng style) and the Alchemic Nine Phases.
We’ll introduced the Flowing Motion, the Guo Lin breath, Ringing the Temple Gong, Beating the Heavenly Drum, we’ll discover the Qi, gather the Qi, circulate and purify, direct and conserve, store and transform, ‘polish the pearl’, and finally dissolve in the Qi. We will feel the immersion and discover our true eternal nature… Power, Peace and Compassion to all !

 

Thai Massage Certification Training – Phase 1

Satya Sattva Studio, Saturday-Sunday, March 22-23, 2014 – 9:00 – 6:00 pm
Thai Massage (Assisted Yoga) training with Ariela ! See website

Develop right livelihood in a way that not only helps yourself, but also helps others.
Thai Massage is an ancient practice of sharing one’s Yoga.
Special weekend-long immersion: We will spend 18 hours learning proper use of body mechanics and the basic 1 h form of a Thai Massage session. Phase 1 prepares the students for building up the practice in the following sessions. Professionals and laymen are all welcome. Thai Massage is for everyone.

 

Spring Equinox Workshop in Qigong and Tai Chi

Honoring the Seasons with the Daoist Medicine Wheel; “The Marrow Washing” Qigong
Satya Sattva Studio, Thursday, March 20, 2014 – 4:00 – 5:30 pm; 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

We’ll explore this amazing traditional Alchemic practice of Shamanic (Buddhist and Daoist) origins for bringing an auspicious message associated with the cycles of life. We’ll enjoy an unique and life-transformational manifestation of Daoist Alchemy, introducing Primordial Qigong (Wuji Gong) and experimenting with “The descent of the dimensions”.

We’ll continue with the “Marrow Washing” Qigong and meditation, following the Four Cardinal Directions – while experiencing timelessness and harmonising our practice with the seasons, attracting and embodying their particular qualities. We will finish the practice with the Golden Elixir of Eternal Life – the most highly refined essence of self, expressing the profound truth of eternal being.

 

Introductory Workshop in Qigong and Tai Chi

Saturday, March 8, 2014 – 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Satya Sattva Studio See website

We are pleased to announce our upcoming workshop in Integral Qigong and Tai Chi with Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor, IIQTC Certified Qigong Community Practice Leader. We’ll explore the roots and the philosophy of Qigong and Tai Chi, the mapping of existing forms, as well as the health and well being benefits. Our Practice (beginners level) will cover the Vitality Enhancement method (Bu Zheng style) and the Alchemic Nine Phases.
We’ll introduced the Flowing Motion, the Guo Lin breath, Ringing the Temple Gong, Beating the Heavenly Drum, we’ll discover the Qi, gather the Qi, circulate and purify, direct and conserve, store and transform, ‘polish the pearl’, and finally dissolve in the Qi. We will feel the immersion and discover our true eternal nature… Power, Peace and Compassion to all !

 

Wu Style TaiQi Retreat

Orlando, Saturday-Sunday, March 1-2, 2014
Nourishing Life Retreat See website

We are pleased to announce our participation at the Wu Style TaiQi Retreat organised by Kai Van Bodegom and Nourishing Life. We are going to start with the Taoist Yoga Set (to stretch and activate tendons, ligaments and fascia), continue with the Dao Yin Qigong Set (to open the body with breath and graceful movement), and get fully engaged in the Wu Style Tai-Qi to link the movements together with rooted stepping and flow the form. We will review the fundamentals of Daoist Alchemy, we’ll learn about Tai-Qi & Tonic Herbs (the synergy of the Taoist Health Sciences), we will discuss how to apply the philosophy of Tai-Qi in life and relationships, we’ll explore the Self-Defense Applications of Wu Style TaiQi, and finish the retreat with the Standing YiQuan Meditation.
Nourishing, energetic, rewarding, and full of grace… truly embodying Daoist Alchemy !

 

IIQTC Teachers Reunion

Sarasota – Feb 6-8, 2014, March 1-2, 2014
IIQTC – Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi See website

IIQTC Teachers Reunion and Leadership Development Program.
We’ll participate in the Morning Group Practice and the Three Treasures Meditation at Sarasota Mindfulness Institute. The Reunion will continue with the review of main practices, discussions on the alchemy and paradigms, and will conclude with the sharing of teaching experiences, successes, gained wisdom and needs of attending IIQTC Colleagues.
We’ll further attend the community Group Dinner. We are grateful to be part of this team.
Qi immersion and community wisdom !

 

10-Day Hridaya Silent Meditation Retreat

Mazunte (Oaxaca), Mexico, Jan 24 – Feb 3, 2014
Hridaya Yoga School See website
The Meditation of the Heart and Spanda See retreat website

We are pleased to announce our participation at the 10-Day Hridaya Silent Meditation Retreat with Sahajananda. We will study a collection of Budhist, Hindu, Sufi, Shivait, and Christian methods of breath, meditation and self-inquiry that build up a strong practice for awakening the Spiritual Heart and the sacred Spandic vibration.
The program includes: 7h meditation and 4h lectures and practice every day, mauna and complete silence for the entire duration of the 10 days retreat, fully vegan food and ascetic living in the heart of pure nature. About 100 people from all over the world attend the meditation retreat. We are blessed to be part of it !
Developing the body of light and pure vibration…

 

Introductory Workshop in Qigong and Tai Chi

Sunday, January 12, 2014 – 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Ananda Kula – Yoga school See website

We are pleased to announce our upcoming workshop in Integral Qigong and Tai Chi with Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor, IIQTC Certified Qigong Community Practice Leader. We’ll explore the roots and the philosophy of Qigong and Tai Chi, the mapping of existing forms, as well as the health and wellbeing benefits. Our Practice (beginners level) will cover the Vitality Enhancement method (Bu Zheng style) and the Alchemic Nine Phases.
We’ll introduced the Flowing Motion, the Guo Lin breath, Ringing the Temple Gong, Beating the Heavenly Drum, we’ll discover the Qi, gather the Qi, circulate and purify, direct and conserve, store and transform, ‘polish the pearl’, and finally dissolve in the Qi. We will feel the immersion and discover our true eternal nature… Power, Peace and Compassion to all !

 

“Qi and Intention” Workshop in Qigong and Tai Chi

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
With Paediatric Associates of Jacksonville See website
Beachfront, Amelia Island Plantation, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

Qigong and Tai Chi practice on the beach for supporting our New Year’s Resolutions.
With Dr. Adina Riposan-Taylor, IIQTC Certified Qigong Community Practice Leader.

Join us in our Qi release and build your own Qi for creative intention setting in the New Year. Our practice will be followed by a picnic potluck brunch on the beach.

We are looking forward to seeing you in 2014 !