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TESTIMONIALS Qigong Master Simon Blow has studied Qigong in my Academy and so deep is his understanding and dedication that he has decided to devote his whole life to further studying Qigong and to teaching others this great treasure of the culture of ancient China. Of all the knowledge and wonderful works of art that China has to offer the world, none is so precious as this knowledge of the Qi, for this is not only a doorway to peace of mind and optimum health - the knowledge of Qi energy illuminates the path to the ultimate understanding of our Universe. It was in 1994 that I met Simon at the Sydney Mind Body Spirit Festival after which he began study of Qigong in earnest. At that time he had been attracted to Taichi and was teaching Taichi full-time. In 1995 when I came to Sydney again, he was assisting me at the Festival, utitlising every opportunity to further his knowledge of this ancient art. I was giving Simon private lessons then. In 1996 Simon was teaching Qigong full time. When one understands Qigong, thoughts of the Qi enter the mind continuously such that every object and everything happening around one seems to have a connection to the concept of Qi. I have found this "obsession" in Simon. Simon Blow of Australia has twice traveled (1999,2000) to Mt Wudang Shan Taoist Wushu College, China to learn- Taiji Hunyuan Zhuang Qigong and Badajin Nurturing Life Qigong and through his study has absorbed the essence of these teachings. Therefore I specially grant Mr. Simon Blow the authority to teach these, spreading the knowledge of these Qigong methods he has learnt at Mt Wudang to contribute to the well being of the human race. May the Meritorious Deeds Be Infinite. Simon Blow was recommended to the We Help Ourselves (WHOS) organization in 1992 for his stress management techniques. With his insight into the WHOS Recovery Process we asked Simon to incorporated his Tai Chi/ Qigong activities into our therapeutic program. Over the past 8 years we feel it has been of great benefit to our clients. Simon's techniques have helped reduce stress and at the same time teach relaxation and meditation, which certainly helps our clients while they are in our program. This relaxation tool is useful for when they leave our facility. We have expanded Simon's activities (two sessions per week per service) to our recently opened WHOS Methadone to Abstinence Residential service (WHOS MTAR). Plans are under way to yet again expand these relaxation activities at our new therapeutic community in the Hunter Valley. Simon is a very dedicated teacher, sharing his relaxation techniques and skills (includes Qigong) to our clients. He is admired and awarded respect by our clients. His sessions command a positive message and he gives individual attention in regards to meditation and relaxation to clients experiencing difficulties. Should you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact me on
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Please visit our web site www.whos.com.au to find out more about We Help Ourselves. We are a group of Sisters (an order in the Catholic Church) who live together in an aged-care hostel. One of us came across SimonÌs Qigong videotape- the art of life. We looked at it and some particularly liked the music. One found SimonÌs name on the cover and telephoned him. He came himself with the appreciated sound track and stayed to chat with us a little. So started a friendship between Simon and the Sisters and a learning experience for the sisters. A group of whom do the Qigong movements to the best of our ability, regularly, sometimes from the tape and sometimes by attending SimonÌs classes at the Woollahra Seniors Club on Monday mornings. We appreciate what this has done for us. For some balance has improved, for some breathing is more controlled and for some Qigong has had a quietening effect. We thank you Simon and wish you the best in what you are doing. Over the last 17 years that I have known Simon Blow I have watched him surmount enormous physical obstacles to become first my instructor and then a master in Tai Chi and Qigong. As a meditation teacher and energy practitioner I have personally observed his consistent spiritual practices and growth over the past ten years, which are the basis of his ability to invoke and impart a particular quality of ineffable stillness of mind and peace during his classes. In my experience Simon is unique as a teacher in the field of Tai Chi and Qigong in his ability to bring out the highest aspirations of his students. It is a reflection of his on-going spiritual work, which is the basis of Simon's achievement. A true Qigong Master is a student among his students. Also journeying along the path of life, his intention is to impart to his students with honesty and sincerity, his knowledge of the Way of Qigong, in hope that wisdom in the Way of Life, the way to live one's life, will ensure. With clarity and integrity he will at each class demonstrate to and repeat with his students, simple Qigong movements and breaths which are as ancient and profound as time itself, as new forms are taught and explained, their essence will remain consistent. During and after a Qigong session, one notice all one's senses are sharpened...sight, smell, taste, touch, hearing...and one revels in the joy of rediscovering that that which is most simple. As one moves from instruction under a true Qigong Master, from meditation in movement to meditation on one's life, one learns to trust one's intuition, intelligence beyond words, survival skills, and to have faith and confidence in one's instincts which embody one's authentic responses to one's surroundings. With one's Qigong Master and fellow students, the smile from the heart awakens the visible features and the soul's light shines through the eyes. Simon Blow is a true Qigong Master. I have been his student for the past eight years. Simon was guided to the St George Area Intellectual Disability Services Ltd in 1991 in his capacity as a Tai Chi/ relaxation teacher; he is proficient in developing teaching styles that all clients can accomplish, no matter what degree of disability. Simon is patient and professional and has given our clients the opportunity to develop and maintain skills that enhance their self-esteem and confidence. Not only do our clients look foreword to Simon's arrival on Fridays but also the staff who join in Simon's class I have been attending Simon's Qigong classes once a week for the past two years and have found it to be both relaxing and inspirational. It's a great form of gentle exercise and a wonderful way to start the day. The gentle stretching movements and breathing techniques are good strategies that I have been able to incorporate into my daily routine and this has enabled me to cope better with the stresses of the day. Dear Simon On behalf of the Peaceful Challenge, I would like to personally thank you for being a judge at the 2000 and 2001 Tai Chi International Competition. Once again the competition was a great success, with competitors entering from all around Australia. We also had the pleasure of welcoming competitors and judges from USA and China. It is with the help of people like yourself that give their time and effort that makes it such a success, and helps support a needy charity, we supported The Family Care Centre again this year. SifuÌs Henry and Joan Murray http://www.ozemail.com.au/~taichi2/ |