2024 Events

Live Workshops

Acupuncturists & Massage Therapists Earn 15 CEU/PDA

Join Us Live! Experience The Magic of Qigong!

What to expect from a workshop?

These Live Intensives in Medical Qigong will be taught by Medical Qigong Master David J. Coon, the author of Qigong for Beginners: Your Path to Greater Health and Vitality. These workshops will be hands-on and experiential teaching the ancient practices of Qigong as well as ancient forms of meditation and practices of Medical Qigong.

Master Coon has been practicing Qigong and Martial Arts for over thirty-five years. He holds black belts in Karate, Tae Kwon Do, and Kenpo Karate. In his teens and twenties, Master Coon used Qigong to heal his spine of a degenerative spinal disease that the doctors said would cripple him.

Master Coon is also a Medical Qigong Master and will be teaching students to use Medical Qigong – a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine to bring greater healing to their patients. You will learn Qigong exercises, Medical Qigong Treatment Techniques, and potent meditations for healing the mind and body.

These workshops are designed for laypeople as well as health care professionals. Most Acupuncturists will find these intensives very beneficial and applicable to their professional practices. Massage therapists and Yoga teachers will also benefit greatly from these practices gaining advanced knowledge regarding this form of Qigong, giving them the ability to teach this set to their clients and students.

What will you learn?

In this intensive, you will learn both Qigong Exercises to teach your clients or students and Medical Qigong Treatment Techniques to support the body’s innate ability to heal itself. Our students have both healed their own conditions and exponentially increased their patients’ healing results using Qigong.

  • Learn Qigong Exercises
  • Learn To Teach Qigong Exercises
  • Learn Medical Qigong Treatment Techniques
  • Learn Meditations For Healing The Mind & Body

Who Should Take It?

TAKE: Acupuncturists, Massage Therapists, Chiropractors, Qigong Instructors, Yoga Instructors, Martial Arts Instructors, Reiki Practitioners, other professionals, and lay people are welcome to attend. No prerequisites are needed.

RETAKE:  We encourage students to take this workshop more than once to achieve greater mastery. Your credit hours will be counted towards future Qigong Awareness Programs certifying students as both Qigong Instructors and Medical Qigong Practitioners. Click here to learn more about becoming a Qigong Awareness Certified Qigong Instructor: Level I-QI50.

 

When

2024 Events

  • Wilmington, NC – January 20 & 21, 2024
  • Raleigh, NC – April 20 & 21, 2024
  • Asheville, NC – May 18 & 19, 2024
  • Wilmington, NC – July 20 & 21, 2024
  • Asheville, NC – Aug 10 & 11, 2024
  • Raleigh, NC – Sept 21 & 22, 2024

Registration Fees

Seminar Fee

$475 – $495

Early Bird Rate (if pre-paid one month prior)

$475

Register now for the April 20 & 21, 2024 Live Workshop in Raleigh, NC

Space is limited to 24-35 participants depending on venue. Sign up early to guarantee your space! Early Bird Rate is available up to one month prior to each event ($20 Savings).

Refund Policy: No Refunds. One Time Only Transfer if approved. A transfer may be allowed in the case of emergency with at least 48 hours’ notice, prior to live intensive, at the President’s Discretion. There is a $50 transfer fee for all approved transfers. Approved transfers must be completed within 1 year.

Earn CEUs

You will receive a certificate upon successful completion of our live Medical Qigong Intensive. Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by the NCCAOM within 1 business day following the successful completion of the workshop. These workshops are approved by many Acupuncture and Massage Boards – see below.

woman in white, seated with arms open practicing qigong in peaceful nature setting

Raleigh, NC – Live 15 CEU Workshop – Golden Dragon Medical Qigong Intensive – Reducing Acute & Chronic Inflammation – April 20 & 21, 2024

This Medical Qigong Intensive is a hands-on 2-day Workshop for Reducing Acute and Chronic Inflammation. Medical Qigong Master David J. Coon, the author of Qigong for Beginners: Your Path to Greater Health and Vitality, will be teaching this full weekend workshop. Learn to cultivate Qi and direct this Qi for profound healing for your clients and self. Learn a wealth of new Medical Qigong Exercises & Medical Qigong Techniques to treat many common ailments, which you will be able to directly incorporate into your private practice.

Qigong exercise pose at scenic view

Asheville, NC – Live 15 CEU Workshop – Golden Dragon Medical Qigong Intensive – Reducing Acute & Chronic Inflammation – May 18 & 19, 2024

This Medical Qigong Intensive is a hands-on 2-day Workshop for Reducing Acute and Chronic Inflammation. Medical Qigong Master David J. Coon, the author of Qigong for Beginners: Your Path to Greater Health and Vitality, will be teaching this full weekend workshop. Learn to cultivate Qi and direct this Qi for profound healing for your clients and self. Learn a wealth of new Medical Qigong Exercises & Medical Qigong Techniques to treat many common ailments, which you will be able to directly incorporate into your private practice.

woman practicing qiqong at the beach

Wilmington, NC – Live 15 CEU Workshop – Golden Dragon Medical Qigong Intensive – Reducing Acute & Chronic Inflammation – July 20 & 21, 2024

This Medical Qigong Intensive is a hands-on 2-day Workshop for Reducing Acute and Chronic Inflammation. Medical Qigong Master David J. Coon, the author of Qigong for Beginners: Your Path to Greater Health and Vitality, will be teaching this full weekend workshop. Learn to cultivate Qi and direct this Qi for profound healing for your clients and self. Learn a wealth of new Medical Qigong Exercises & Medical Qigong Techniques to treat many common ailments, which you will be able to directly incorporate into your private practice.

woman practicing qigong celebration with a mountain view

Asheville, NC – Live 15 CEU Workshop – Golden Dragon Medical Qigong Intensive – Reducing Acute & Chronic Inflammation – Aug 10 & 11, 2024

This Medical Qigong Intensive is a hands-on 2-day Workshop for Reducing Acute and Chronic Inflammation. Medical Qigong Master David J. Coon, the author of Qigong for Beginners: Your Path to Greater Health and Vitality, will be teaching this full weekend workshop. Learn to cultivate Qi and direct this Qi for profound healing for your clients and self. Learn a wealth of new Medical Qigong Exercises & Medical Qigong Techniques to treat many common ailments, which you will be able to directly incorporate into your private practice.

woman with arms open in the forest practicing qigong

Raleigh, NC – Live 15 CEU Workshop – Golden Dragon Medical Qigong Intensive – Reducing Acute & Chronic Inflammation – Sept 21 & 22, 2024

This Medical Qigong Intensive is a hands-on 2-day Workshop for Reducing Acute and Chronic Inflammation. Medical Qigong Master David J. Coon, the author of Qigong for Beginners: Your Path to Greater Health and Vitality, will be teaching this full weekend workshop. Learn to cultivate Qi and direct this Qi for profound healing for your clients and self. Learn a wealth of new Medical Qigong Exercises & Medical Qigong Techniques to treat many common ailments, which you will be able to directly incorporate into your private practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

If I have already taken one 15 CEU Intensive can I still take Level I All-Inclusive?

Yes! You will actually receive a $199 DISCOUNT if you have previously completed a 15 CEU Intensive with Qigong Awareness, LLC. The Intensive you previously took will replace one of the All-Inclusive Level I Intensives. Please email [email protected] with the name of the previous 15 CEU intensive completed and request for a $199 discount.

You will be sent a one-time promocode for a $199 discount to purchase Level I All-Inclusive Program if you have previously taken a Qigong Awareness 15 CEU intensive.

Because you have already completed one 15 CEU intensive you will only be required to complete one of the two required 15 CEU intensives for Level I. Please choose which of these you would prefer to take to complete your Level I certification. The other 15 CEU intensive will be removed from your Level I program.

Please choose one of these two:

  1. Golden Dragon Medical Qigong Intensive: Alchemizing Stress & Restoring Balance

or

  1. Medical Qigong For Back Pain

Do I need to bring a massage table to the workshop?

Yes, that would be great! If you are traveling by plane or not able to bring a table that is okay too.

Course Preview Video

Please enjoy this video of David discussing what to expect at our 2024 Live 15 CEU Workshops: Golden Dragon Medical Qigong Intensive – Reducing Acute & Chronic Inflammation.

David J. Coon, Medical Qigong Master,
Head Instructor and Co-Founder
of Qigong Awareness, LLC.

Meet David J. Coon

Medical Qigong Master and Author

David is a Medical Qigong Master with over thirty years of experience facilitating healing for people using Medical Qigong. He is currently an accredited continuing education provider by the NCCAOM, Texas Medical Board, CE Broker, Florida State Board for Acupuncture, and California Acupuncture Board.

David is the author of Qigong For Beginners: Your Path to Greater Health & Vitality available on Lulu.com and Amazon.com. David has also been featured on KGNU radio programs, in newspapers around the country, and has published articles in Magazines including “Medical Qigong and Acupuncture, A Cutting Edge Combination,” featured in Acupuncture Today.

When David was fifteen years old he was diagnosed with a severe spinal disease and told that he would be crippled by the time he was thirty years old. Unwilling to accept this fate, David began intensively studying Oriental Medicine, Medical Qigong, Martial Arts and Meditation.

David learned how to cultivate and direct the energetic life force called Chi in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Through Qigong practice, David healed his spinal disease completely! David also found that his mood, his attitude, his outlook on life, and his intuition had all increased exponentially. He was drawn to teaching and sharing these healing practices and spiritual counsel with others.

David also has a vast Martial Arts background with Black Belts in Karate, Tae Kwon Do and Kenpo Karate. He has been an Instructor of Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Martial Arts. He has also studied Japanese Ju Jitsu, Kung Fu, Small Circle Ju Jitsu, Aikido, Chen Style Tai Chi, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Pen Jak Silat, Kendo and more..

David’s Qigong Practices are underpinned by his Psychology degree from the University of Connecticut and three years of experience as a Professional Counselor in Louisville,Colorado.  He also spent three years at the University of Colorado studying Molecular and Cellular Biology to better understand the inner workings of the body on a cellular and biochemical level.

He has taught and lectured around the country to both lay people and professionals about the healing power of Qigong. David’s Qigong practices are now being practiced around the world. They are simple, effective and can be practiced by anyone at any age.

Alongside of his busy traveling, writing and filming schedule David offers Private Retreats, Webinars, and Distance Healing Program in Wilmington, NC.

Qigong Awareness Intensives are
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CEU Units for Acupuncturists & Massage Therapists

  • NCCAOM* - National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine - NCCAOM Provider #507
  • CA Acupuncture Board** - California Acupuncture Board - CA Provider #1156
  • NCALB - North Carolina Approved for Acupuncture through NCCAOM reciprocity
  • CE Broker - Florida & Georgia Acupuncture Board - CE Broker #50-18015
  • Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners - Provider #CAE00022
  • CTCMA BC – College of Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture for British Columbia through NCCAOM reciprocity
  • CAAA Alberta – College and Association of Acupuncturists in Alberta Canada through NCCAOM reciprocity
  • Acupuncture Council of Ireland – through NCCAOM reciprocity
  • NC, SC, CA, IL, NJ, ND, Approved for Massage Therapy*** through NCCAOM

*NCCAOM is the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine. We here at Qigong Awareness offer 15 PDA Points approved by NCCAOM in Core Competency in the AOM-OM Category. 

**CALIFORNIA ACUPUNCTURE BOARD. Qigong Awareness currently offers online and live continuing education units that meet the California Acupuncture Board Category 1 Requirements.  Every two years California Acupuncturists are required to have 50 continuing education units for license renewal.  The majority of the continuing education units must be taken in Category 1.  Only 5 units may be in Category 2.

***Massage Therapists! Depending on which state you reside in the NCCAOM approval actually gives many states approval for their Massage License Renewal. Check with your local state Massage Licensing Board for reciprocity with NCCAOM.

Medical Qigong Workshop Testimonials

“Who would this course be good for? Everyone!”

Who would this course be good for? Everyone! As an acupuncturist, I found it ideal. That said, you do not need to have ANY concept of Qi to take this course; if you simply believe your body has power, and your body has the capability to heal itself, then you’re ready to start. For beginners, this course will start you on the path of mastering your bodily functions by introducing you to Qi and providing you the daily tools and practices necessary to develop this ability. From there, it's up to you. For the seasoned one, there is still great knowledge to glean from this course. David's discussions on the endocrine system and glands, their importance and relation to the chakras, the kundalini, the overall tie to the Caduceus symbol - I could go on, but he probably wouldn't appreciate me divulging the entire course. Let's put it this way: If I equate this course to the trunk of a tree, now that the course is completed, I have at least 5 different branches or pathways to explore further that I did not have before. I greatly appreciate the tidbits of information David left along the way which opened this door. My cup is full and I will spend the next several weeks, months, years, and decades digesting its contents.

Tiffany Garofalo Licensed Acupuncturist Layton, Utah | Website April 16, 2016

“David is a monument to his own mastery, and his commitment to practicing and teaching…

I recently participated in a weekend Medical Qigong Intensive with David Coon, and I returned to my practice full of life force and eager to assimilate my experience into my treatment approach.  The sessions were well organized and well balanced between informative and hands-on, reminding us that true Qigong is something quite beyond exercise!  I look forward to future workshops. David is a monument to his own mastery, and his commitment to practicing and teaching medical Qigong may very well effect in this country a resurrection of a much neglected branch of Chinese Medicine. We here in North Carolina are fortunate to have David and Tanya now in our area.

Robin R. Whitlow Diplomate in Acupuncture, Diplomate in Chinese Herbology, Licensed Acupuncturist Hillsborough, North Carolina | Website April 17, 2016

“David’s Medical Qigong Intensive workshop was superb!”

David’s Medical Qigong Intensive workshop was superb! He was extremely skilled at being able to communicate concepts and ideas with insight and clarity. The activities he chose were very helpful and allowed each person to grow from their current place of understanding and level of skill. I personally came away from the workshop with a much greater depth of understanding that will inform my personal and professional practice. A couple of ‘nuggets’ have already resulted from applying some of his suggestions. I heartily recommend this.

Diane Gross, DOM Licensed Acupuncturist and Author of The Art of Personal Alchemy: Transform Your Emotional Lead into Gold Greensboro, NC | Stillpoint Acupuncture April 17, 2016

Acceptance! Energy! Peace!

I can best describe my experience at the Medical Qigong Intensive with three words: Acceptance! Energy! Peace! The experience created an atmosphere of full acceptance so that I, as a lay person, was accepted as a peer by the other participants who were all experienced practitioners of alternative healing therapies. Had I not seen and felt it for myself, I’m not sure I could have believed in the existence of so much energy which exists around us, between us and within us, and can be channeled for healing, daily living, and peace. I am a retired speech therapist who worked in very difficult environments in which at various times my physical being was in danger, and much toxic energy was constantly present. As a result, I have carried that energy with me into retirement. I learned many techniques to help me to begin to cleanse my body of the toxic energy and replace it with Chi. Had I had those skills at the beginning of my practice, I am sure my life would be much different now. I am beginning to feel Peace not felt previously. At the close of the session, I set a year goal which I was not convinced I could meet. With the energy I feel at this point already, I am nearly one-sixth of my way to that goal after just four sessions!

Thank you David and Tanya for allowing me to participate in the session.

Keith Bullock Retired Speech Therapist Jonesboro, Georgia April 17, 2016

“David Coon is a true teacher.”

David Coon is a true teacher. His thorough discussions were filled with valuable information. His explanations throughout the class were both relatable and one step ahead of any question that may have arisen as he was teaching. I have since started my own qi gong practice, and have implemented Medical Qigong into my Acupuncture Practice.

Jodi Rose, M.S. Licensed Acupuncturist Chapel Hill, NC | Website April 17, 2016

“The weekend intensive workshop that I attended in Raleigh provided me with the basics and enough real-time review to start my own Medical Qigong practice.”

Approximately 25% of my practice as a Licensed Acupuncturist is comprised of Military Vets who are faced with multiple physical, mental and emotional challenges. One of my goals for 2015 was to begin learning Medical Qigong to enhance my own practice, my focus, and energetic strength and to give my most challenging patients – VA Vets – another holistic, non-pharmaceutical tool to manage their physical, mental and emotional stress. The weekend intensive workshop that I attended in Raleigh provided me with the basics and enough real-time review to start my own Medical Qigong practice.  I am looking forward to continuing my studies with David Coon.

Linda T. Licensed Acupuncturist Cary, NC April 17, 2016

“David inspired me!

This Medical Qigong Intensive with David J. Coon was very informative and lots of fun! I learned so many ways to help restore my energy and well-being, as well as my patients. The instructor was very kind and willing to teach us a great amount of information in a short period of time. David inspired me! I am already adding Medical Qigong into my everyday life and acupuncture practice!

Bridgette Barker Licensed Acupuncturist Hickory, NC | Website April 17, 2016

“I cannot say enough about this class- TAKE IT!!!”

The Golden Dragon Medical Qi Gong Intensive was a transformative experience- both during the class and in the months since. The qi gong practices that David teaches have been profoundly healing for myself and helpful for my acupuncture practice. I have seen a huge difference in my ability to calm and center myself since using the Medical Qigong Techniques. The class setting was healing and safe, which allowed for some incredible healing to take place amongst the participants, and David guided us the whole way.

I cannot say enough about this class- TAKE IT!!!

 Julie Hutsell-Starling, L.Ac Raleigh, NC April 18, 2016

“It was by far the most powerful and life changing course I have taken”

It was by far the most powerful and life changing course I have taken. My practice is already completely different in just the first day. And, my city must have got the memo because my clinic is 25% fuller this week than ever before. Thank you again for the service that both of you provide!

Dr. Rhiannon Hutton, DC, MAOM, LAc www.MeridianExerciseTherapy.com Fayetteville, NC October 11, 2016

“This seminar with David was amazing and enlightening!”

Not often do I attend a seminar for CEUS where I was so extremely engaged in the work being taught. David made it easy to embrace and let go. This seminar with David was amazing and enlightening! Would highly recommend it to anyone! He is a true gift to any participant.

Tina Berisha, L.Ac Davidson, NC October 11, 2016

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Disclaimer

Medical Qigong, Acupuncture and Intuitive Healing are forms of alternative medicine and are not a replacement for Western Medical Treatment. We do not diagnose or treat health conditions. We rather support the body's ability to heal itself. Please consult your physician regarding any health conditions.