Yang Hidden Tradition Tai Chi, Yi Chuan, and Cultivating Real Qi Classes at the Gaithersburg studio, and at the Center in Northwest Washington DC.
Tuition; $70 per month at Relaxing Alternatives in Gaithersburg. $200 for each 8 week session at the Center in Washington DC.



Shiatsu; Asian Bodywork Therapy (ABT) from the traditional theory of Chinese Medicine and it's further development by Masunaga and Paulene Sasaki. Using stretching and pressure manipulation of the meridians of acupuncture and other Qi sensitive points. It is an effective way to treat the energetic aspect of illness or better yet to avoid energy inbalances that lead to disease according to Chinese Medicine Theory. Assessments are done using 5 Elements theory and 8 Extraordinary Channels in addition to 8 patterns and energetic scanning of the body. A shiatsu session can be filled with rigorous stretching or just light touch depending upon the effect desired and the inbalance to be treated. As one of the pillars of Chinese Medicine it treats illnesses that Acupuncture and Chinese Herbalogy treat but without insertion of needles...Sessions are 55 minutes and cost $75. The initial session which includes a more detailed assessment can last up to 90 minutes and cost $100.

QiGong (Chi Kung) Therapy; An energy modality using emitted Qi to activate and harmonize Qi flow. Primarily using the 8 Extradordinary Channels this is a deep treatment using Universal Qi. Above pricing applies.

Mike has trained in the Yang Family Traditions since 1968 an is a member of the Gold Mountain Taoist School. He has recieved permission to teach in both these traditions from Master Wang Yen-nien.
These traditions were merged in the teaching of Zhang Qinlin (1887-1969), who studied TaijiQuan with Yang Jianhou and Taoist Meditation with Zuo Yifeng.
Mike Basdavanos is a student of Wang Yen-nien and brings 36 years of practice to his classes. Mike is past President of the American Yangjia Michuan TaijiQuan Association (AYMTA.org)
Mike is Certified as an Asian Bodywork Therapist through the NCCAOM (Acupuncture accreditation board) and CMT licensed in the State of MD. He has trained over 7 years through John Cole in the art of using Qi to treat energic aspects of illnes. He is a graduate of the Asian Bodywork Therapy program at Baltimore School of Massage under Barbara Esher L. Ac., and Rosemary Scavullo CI Zen Shiatsu

Wang Yen-nien (1916-) of Taipei, Taiwan, ROC, studied intensively with Zhang Qinlin and teaches in Taiwan for the general public. He has served at the National University as the head of the Martial Arts Department.
Cultivating Real Qi is a breath and energy exercise promoting free flow of energy in the body. It serves as a powerful technique to gather Qi for personal development. Dancing Mountain is happy to offer this program to students through workshops with John Cole L.Ac. and practice sessions at the Studio.
Advanced Classes are longer in duration and require more stamina, concentration, and physical strength.

Dancing Mountain is a studio space dedicated to the teaching of Yang Family Hidden Tradition Taijiquan and Gold Mountain Taoist School “Internal Skill” meditation. Our goal is to increase the health and well-being of students while learning skills that are of practical value in everyday life. Taijiquan is a unique system of martial arts and body development that was created in Taoist monasteries and refined over many centuries. At Dancing Mountain, students learn Yang Family Hidden Tradition Taijiquan. This form consists of a short introductory form, the Thirteen Postures which introduces principles and movements that are further developed in the Three Section Long form, Taiji Fan, Spear, and Sword forms. Students are also introduced to Gold Mountain Neigong Meditation .
Taoist practices were many and varied throughout Chinese history and influenced schools of philosophy, poetry, painting, natural religion, alchemical and geophysical sciences, and countless folk and ritual practices. Among the most elemental aspects of Taoism are cultivation of Human Nature and harmony within the landscape of relationship to our own internal forces and those external forces that interact with us.
TaijiQuan expresses many possibilities of body movement within the framework of “martial art”.
Practice is guided by the principles of softness overcoming hardness and students play with technique in order to promote the free flow of energy in the body for health and flexibility.
Jin Shan (Gold Mountain) Taoist Internal Energy Meditation is a unique feature of Dancing Mountain’s program. Students begin by learning Tu-na Dao Yin breathing techniques to increase health and energy and can progress to deeper techniques of meditation practice as they play.
These traditions were merged in the teaching of Zhang Qinlin (1887-1969), who studied TaijiQuan with Yang Jianhou and Gold Mountain Taoist Meditation with Zuo Yifeng.
Mike Basdavanos is a student of Wang Yen-nien and brings 35 years of practice to his classes. Mike is a member of the American Yang Family Michuan Taijiquan Association He currently teaches at Baltimore School of Massage and is a Diplomate of Asian Bodywork Therapy (NCCAOM) C.P. (AOBTA) & CMT State of Md.
Wang Yen-nien (1916-) of Taipei, Taiwan, ROC, studied intensively with Zhang Qinlin and teaches in Taiwan for the general public. He has been awarded status as a National Treasure in the field of TaijiQuan.
Kong Jing “Empty Force” Qi Gong is a breath and energy exercise promoting free flow of energy in the body. It serves as a powerful technique to gather Qi for personal development.

*Taiji Quan = Tai Chi Chuan

Dancing Mountain is happy to offer this program to students through workshops with John Cole L.Ac. and practice sessions at the studio.
Beginner’s Classes are ongoing and it is possible to join at any point. Learning about Qi entails entering the flow with your senses attuned to perceiving what is around you and within you. Like a good meditation, one does not remember beginning or ending because the present is made eternal.

Special Trainings & Corporate Seminars

Dancing Mountain classes can be brought to your workplace to reduce stress and create an energetic environment to promote the well-being of your
employees. TaijiQuan (Tai Chi Martial Art) and Qi Gong (Internal Breathing/Energy Skill) have always been part of the lifestyle of educated people in China who desired to remain healthy and at the same time practice a high art for enjoyment and self defense.
QiGong, Sotai flexibility training;
Short programs to help you loosen up problems associated with desk work for long hours in the body. Neck, upper back and arms are the focus of these short sets. Special Eyesight seminars are available.

In modern times we need the health benefit of Taiji Quan and Qi Gong even more because of the meditative quality it brings to daily life. Reducing the consequences of frustration and anxiety to manageable levels will help people to
work more closely and harmoniously.
Soft, Slow and Flowing movement with deep meditative breathing can help free up intuitive processes and quicken problem solving in unexpected ways!
Focused attention can benefit anyone in their work and play.Understanding the element of energy or Qi as an aspect of relationships in the workplace can bring communication to a new level among people.

Cultivating Real Qi for Therapy
Dancing Mountain offers Seminars with John Cole L.Ac. in Qi Cultivation and QiGong Therapeutic Techniques. John has developed a system of using Qi which has powerful and immediate effects when used in conjunction with traditional massage, Shiatsu, Acupuncture, Acupressure and other therapies. These techniques are easy to learn and immediately useful even to the novice.
Seminars are in the Spring and Fall.
John also teaches martial arts applications and Push Hands when he
comes to visit. Don’t miss these events, call for information about schedules...

Medical QiGong

Personal training and coaching for recovery from illness. Techniques are ad-
justed to your ability and needs. By appointment.

Shiatsu and QiGong Therapy
Traditional therapies to help balance Qi in the body return to a higher level of health. Combining Qi and Chinese Medicine theory these modalities can alleviate pain and help your body recover from illness and stress. Varying levels of pressure, facilitated stretching and gentle holding are used with Emitted Qi to help you enhance wellness.


WEB site;AYMTA.org,
JohnCole.com
AOBTA.org


Advanced Classes are longer in duration and require more stamina, concentration, and physical strength.
Personal Training arrangements can be made for more intensive study.

Evening & Daytime classes in Gaithersburg at Relaxing Alternatives 301-987-2300
Tuesday 6:30-8:30 beginners classes include Qigong and TaijiQuan
Wednesday 10:45-12:00 Qigong
Thursday evening 6:30-9:00 Qigong, Yi Chuan, and Taijiquan

At the Center in Washington DC (4321 Wisconsin Ave at Windom Pl)
Wednesday Evenings 7:30-8:45 July 7 to Aug 25 Beginners session.
Includes Qi Cultivation, emitted Qi, and taijiquan. Basic exercises to
cultivate Qi and movement to strengthen the body.

Shiatsu; Asian Bodywork Therapy (ABT) from the traditional theory of Chinese Medicine and it's further development by Masunaga and Paulene Sasaki. Using stretching and pressure manipulation of the meridians of acupuncture and other Qi sensitive points. It is an effective way to treat the energetic aspect of illness or better yet to avoid energy inbalances that lead to disease according to Chinese Medicine Theory. Assessments are done using 5 Elements theory and 8 Extraordinary Channels in addition to 8 patterns and energetic scanning of the body. A shiatsu session can be filled with rigorous stretching or just light touch depending upon the effect desired and the inbalance to be treated. As one of the pillars of Chinese Medicine it treats illnesses that Acupuncture and Chinese Herbalogy treat but without insertion of needles...Sessions are 55 minutes and cost $75. The initial session which includes a more detailed assessment can last up to 90 minutes and cost $100.

QiGong (Chi Kung) Therapy; An energy modality using emitted Qi to activate and harmonize Qi flow. Primarily using the 8 Extradordinary Channels this is a deep treatment using Universal Qi. Above pricing applies.