18 Lohan Qi Gong

The Power of Traditional Chinese Martial Arts

Ongoing Qigong Course
Every Wednesday | 6:00 PM–7:00 PM

“Qi Gong, which doesn’t end with relaxation”

Qi Gong can be much more than just slow movements for relaxation. The 18 Lohan Qi Gong is one of the traditional exercise systems rooted in Chinese martial arts; it integrates movement, breathing, body structure, concentration, and internal power into a holistic training method.

In this ongoing course at the International Lau Family Kung Fu Academy Salzburg, we learn and deepen our practice of the traditional 18 Lohan Qi Gong exercises, while also expanding upon them through selected methods of martial arts Qi Gong.

It is not merely a matter of executing movements correctly on the surface. Rather, it is about developing a deeper understanding of one’s own body, applying strength more consciously, perceiving tension and relaxation with greater nuance, and experiencing the connection between body, breath, and mind firsthand.

For those who wish to go further

This course is designed for those who feel that standard Qi Gong offerings do not go far enough. If you are looking to do more than just relax—if you wish to develop yourself—this course provides an approach to Qi Gong that is more closely linked to the principles of traditional martial arts.

You will train:

Traditional exercises of 18 Lohan Qi Gong
Breath guidance and conscious breathing
Body structure and body awareness
Coordination and movement quality
Development of internal and external power
Stationary and movement work
Concentration and mental presence
Methods for regulating tension and relaxation
Selected exercises from martial arts Qigong
The application of the developed principles to movement and martial arts

Qi Gong with Practical Application

A key distinction of this training lies in its connection to martial arts. The exercises are not viewed solely from the perspective of relaxation and well-being; rather, the focus is on developing a physical understanding of principles and experiencing them in a practical way.

How is power generated without unnecessary tension?
How can movement become more efficient?
How does one’s perception of one’s own body change under stress or strain?
How can breathing, movement, structure, and attention be integrated?
And how can these skills be put to effective use beyond training—in everyday life and in martial arts?

This makes Qi Gong a tool for development, instead of a pure collection of exercises.

Tradition meets personal transformation

The 18 Lohan Qi Gong is rooted in the tradition of Chinese martial arts; at our academy, it is integrated into a modern, sophisticated training framework. Our goal is not merely to teach as many exercises as possible, but to allow students to experience the underlying principles, step by step.

Greater body awareness.
Greater inner stability.
Better quality of movement.
More presence.
Greater ability to use one’s own strength consciously.

This development does not come about through short-term effects, but rather through regular practice and a willingness to continually experience oneself in new ways.

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is suitable for adults who are seeking a deeper engagement with Qi Gong and are prepared to go beyond conventional health and relaxation offerings.

Prior knowledge of Qi Gong or Kung Fu is not strictly required.

The training is particularly interesting for people from:

Martial arts · Yoga · Qi Gong · Meditation · Body work · Fitness · Dance · Sports

as well as for anyone who wishes to take their physical and mental development to a more advanced level.

Your journey begins with a first step.