Working with Chi: cultivate life force energy through movement and sound

Come explore, practice, and feel what it is like to work with Chi - a fundamental emergy ever present in the universe. Chi is known by many names, including qi, prana, and life-force energy, and has been described in pre-modern traditions such as Taoist philosophy, Indian spiritual systems, martial arts, and ancient healing practices. These cultures developed similar ways of understanding vitality, balance, and the connection between breath, body, and awareness. In this workshop, we will explore a brief introduction to the common themes shared among these traditions.

During this mini-workshop, we will explore cultivating balance and harmony through the awareness of this subtle life-force energy. With gentle movement, breathwork, and focused intention, participants will be guided through practices inspired by traditional Chinese qigong, designed to cultivate relaxation, presence, and internal awareness. These exercises emphasize slow, mindful motion and controlled breathing to help quiet the mind and bring the body into a state of balance.

The session will conclude with an extended Savasana, accompanied by a sound bath using Himalayan crystal bowls and traditional Chinese Chau gongs to encourage deep rest and a meditative state.

Please arrive a few minutes early to settle in. Please bring any props, blankets, or bolsters you need to be as comfortable as possible laying down.
co- facilitated by William Brandt and Helen the Spirit Walker.

William Brandt is a lover of learning, health, wellness, and adventure. Working with sound therapy transformed William’s understanding of healing, revealing how true restoration unfolds from the inside out. William is passionate about helping others experience the power of letting go, harmonizing the nervous system, and reconnecting with the innate intelligence that flows through us all. His intention is to support others in awakening their vitality and living in alignment with their fullest expression.

Helen The Spirit Walker is a facilitator of contemplative and experiential practices that support self-awareness, reflection, and inner inquiry. Her background includes meditation, Qigong, Reiki, Helen’s approach centers on presence, curiosity, and embodied experience, creating spaces that feel held, human, and accessible.

The Evolve Academy of Conscious Learning is located inside The Schoolhouse at 720 Magnolia Road, Suite 21, Charleston, SC 29407.

Please park on the Magnolia Road side of The Schoolhouse building and enter through the double doors labeled “Events.” Once inside, turn left and you’ll find Evolve Academy in Suite 21.

As a center for adult personal and professional development, many of our classes take place in the evenings and on weekends. If you happen to arrive late and find the exterior doors locked, simply knock gently on the window to the left of the doors—this is the Evolve classroom window. (Arriving a few minutes early is the smoothest way in.)

Evolve is a serene, cozy space designed with nervous-system comfort in mind. You’ll find calm lighting, soft rugs and cushions, warm herbal tea, and neutral tones—intentionally curated to help you feel safe, grounded, and cared for. All are welcome. We love all of our neurodivergent friends, all of our friends of various genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, physical challenges, and more. There is a handicap accessible ramp to enter the building. This is a safe space for you.

Many of our classes are taught with our students seated on comfy cushions on the ground. If you need or would like a chair, we are happy to accommodate you.

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