In-Person Qigong Teacher Training 2025
6 Day immersive learning experience with Nick to hone the craft of practicing and teaching Qigong. January 20 - 25, 2025.
Accepting 12 Students for our first fully immersive in person certification
Join Nick in Boise, Idaho for 6 days of training, learning, and fellowship. Plus access a vast library of online materials for life.
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12 Qigong Practice Modules
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12 Theory and Lecture Modules
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A beautifully filmed follow-along video library demonstrating all exercises taught in the course
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Lessons on History, Philosophy, Anatomy, Chinese Medicine, Class Sequencing, and other knowledge relevant to Qigong
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2 private 1-1s with Nick in person or over Zoom
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A Teacher's Manual detailing everything taught in the lectures
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Access to a private Whatsapp group to connect with other participants
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Have your profile appear on the "Find A Teacher" page of NickLoffree.com
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Lifetime access to all online resources
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Daily healthy lunches, snacks, coffee, and fine teas provided (email us with any food restricitons)
Testimonials
What previous graduates have to say...
"You have taught me things that I never learned from any other teacher"
I participated in Lee's Teacher Training program not only once but TWICE. I regularly attend his live subscription classes, I never miss a Master Class and I have trained with Daisy Lee, Roger Jahnke, Nan Lu, Master Ming Tong, Kathy Yang and Ken Cohen. While each one of those teachers is incredible in his/her own right and I have learned so much from them, you have taught me things that I never learned from any other teacher. You are extremely humble about how much you know and I appreciate the wonderful way you have woven so much detailed information into each and every lesson.
"I can't wait for Level 2!"
I discovered Qigong around March 2020 and fell in love with it. I have been practicing and teaching yoga for 20 years and found Qigong to be similar to yoga but deeper, more fulfilling, complete and full of “super-sized” goodness (if you will). I started taking various online Qigong classes until I found Nick’s classes. I stuck with Nick because he has such a fantastic way of teaching that helps you understand how you’re supposed to move your body and breathe and helping you to feel the energy within. His visualizations help you get lost in the flow and let go of your stress and worries. His teacher training was also filled with this amazing process which made it easy to remember how to move and lead students to find their inner balance. I can’t wait for level 2!!
Nick gives you the tools for starting your own business
I was in Nick's first group of students in the "Teacher Training" program and loved it! You will learn so much about the history of Qigong. Nick gives you the tools for starting your own business.
You will learn about anatomy and safety (yes, it is an exercise program and you can become injured).
Nick is a great illustrator and communicator of all the moves, whether it is standing postures, stretches, purges, or flows.
You will learn how to structure your practice, and how to modify a position based upon your students abilities.
You will learn many practices (my favorite practice is the "Secret Sounds") plus some calming and soothing meditations.
Nick is exceptional at answering questions and following his FB group.
I could go on and on how much I appreciate his expertise and knowledge. An amazing benefit of joining, you will have access to a library of the movements and have access to recorded course lessons.
If you are looking to delve deeper into Qigong, or to become a certified teacher, think about signing up for his course. Not only will you feel better, you can share this gift with your friends and family.
Extremely worthwhile, even for a non-teacher...
Even though I’m unlikely to do any formal teaching, I found this course to be extremely worthwhile. I had been learning qigong by following YouTube videos, including Nick’s, since just before the pandemic started shutting things down. This training has provided me with a fundamental understanding of qigong and a solid framework for developing my daily practice. I go back to the videos I had been following and now understand why this form or why that routine.
Nick is a wonderful teacher. The three hour classes are well balanced between lectures and practice. He brings esoteric Chinese spirituality and medical theory into terms and concepts that we Westerners can relate to. I highly recommend this training for anyone who wants to deepen their qigong practice, whether or not they intend to teach.
Worthwhile!!
I highly recommend Nick Loffree Teacher Training. As a teacher I find him highly knowledgeable, modest and respectful for everyone and everything. His word “Do no harm” reflects his teaching. He patiently goes through every movement and teaches us how to do them correctly. It has taken me some time to do some of the movements correctly. Worthwhile!! Suddenly something wonderful his happening as my body and breath moves more fluently - and as correctly as my body is capable to do.
His Teacher Training course has made me more aware of how wonderful Qi Gong is. As a result of his teaching and the content in this course, Qi Gong has started to integrate more and more into my daily life.
I live in Norway. Though the time differences made it hard to attend the live sessions, he followed up by posting the sessions as a part of the program. Therefore, I had no problems with following the program and taking the exam. Anyone could mail him questions and they were answered on the next live session. The one to one sessions were so valuable. It felt as he was in my living room. I realized that he had not problem seeing what needed corrections. He was spot on! Likewise, I could easily follow his teaching.
I am truly grateful that I decided to sign up for his Teacher Training. I honestly believe that it has had an impact on my health, wellbeing and daily life.
FAQ
& Important Information
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Can I do this if I don't want to teach?
Yes! Most of the course is about refining your own practice and understanding of Qigong, so you will get a lot out of it for just yourself.
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Where is the course being held?
In Boise, Idaho, in Nick's new house, about 10 minutes from the Boise Airport. Nick and Charity just bought a spacious, beautiful home, and can't wait to share it with you! Nick is creating a tea room and a Qigong Dojo, and has plenty of space for both to host a dozen or more people.
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Do I need my own accommodations?
Yes, you will need to get a hotel or Airbnb nearby. We will send you the address upon signup. We will also have a private Whatsapp group, and can help you find other participants who want to share an Airbnb, if you'd like to save money or would be more comfortable that way.
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Is Boise safe? Are there things to do?
Idaho is the third safest state in America, and has very little violent crime or theft. Boise is the biggest city in Idaho, and has a beautiful city center with lots of restaurants, museums, cafe's, etc. About 30 minutes drive from downtown is an epic yet affordable ski hill called Bogus Basin, which is part of the snowy mountains overlooking Boise. You can snowshoe in the alpine forest, ski, or go tubing there. There are also abundant hot springs, both wild and developed, throughout Idaho that we can give you information on upon request. We will organize a group trip to one of our favorite hot springs at the end of the course if participants are interested.
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When are the classes?
The course will be held Monday through Saturday, January 20 - 25. Classes each day will begin at 9am and go until 5pm. There will be a lunch break each day from 12:30 to 1:30.
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Is food provided?
Lunch is provided each day. We will be catering buffet style lunches with organic, natural foods. Let us know your food preferences or restrictions by email after signing up so we can make sure we have plenty of options for you :) We will also be providing fine teas, coffees, espresso, and snacks throughout the day.
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Will I be certified from this? Can I get insurance?
There are currently no government regulations on teaching Qigong in the US. Residents of others countries should check local laws, but we have come across no issues with this among international graduates. We do provide our own "Nick Loffree Qigong Level 1 Instructor" certificate, which you can provide to Studios or Gyms alongside your resume, or to private liability insurance companies. We have found Namasta.com to be helpful for insurance in the US. If you are already insured for Yoga, Massage, Acupuncture, etc, you can contact your insurer to add Qigong as a modality.
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What is your refund policy?
We won't be offering refunds for this course. However, we can offer a full credit towards a future program if requested no less than 30 days before the course start date.
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What do I do to prepare? Are there online materials provided?
You will have access to all the same online materials that are provided in my usual online course, so that you can study and practice after the course. Leading up to the course, we have a list of recommended books to read, as well as a few preliminary practices to start on in the online portal. If you already bought the online Fall 2024 Teacher Training, and want to upgrade to this in-person course, email us at [email protected] to set that up. If you have already taken the online teacher training, you are welcome to attend, but just know that much of the material taught will be redundant for you.