Ivan Modlinger-Ali
Was brought up a buddhist, his parents practicing tai chi and yoga regularly always inspired Ivan in that way of being. Ivan first met Qi-gong 8 years ago and has practised Yoga, Qigong on and off through out his life. Having realised the incredible effect it had on his well being & mental health he decided to train as a Qigong teacher at "The Shiatsu College" in London where he is currently studying. Ivan is a qualified Reiki therapist and has an amazing healing touch, his aim is to help others through there healing journeys of love, belief and contentment with in. He has been working with young people and adults with special needs and troubled teenagers for over 10 years now and loves to help in anyway possible.
In his late twenties Ivan was diagnosed with Bi-polar disorder with severe depression so took some time out to learn how to manage his illness with healing and growth. He finds that a regular Yoga & Qi-gong/meditation practise, healthy fresh & balanced diet, regular exercise helps manage his illness without having to take prescribed medication.
He has taught & helped at "The Laughing Buddha Retreats" in East Sussex, Yoga retreat holidays and in his local community. Ivan plans to work with people within the mental health sector introducing them to Qi-gong and the amazing power it has to help manage our well being.
Ivan is a life guard & first aid trained. He will guide you on mindfulness walks exploring coastel paths, hidden caves, wildlife, snorkelling in private coves and teach outdoor Qigong & Meditation classes amongst natural beautiful sceneries.
Qigong is a Chinese health method that is over five-thousand years old which combines slow graceful movements with mental concentration and breathing to increase and balance a person’s vital energy. Shibashi Qigong form is suitable for persons of all ages. Those persons in below average physical condition or the very elderly can do this form by doing fewer repetitions of each movement or by slightly modifying some of the movements.
It has been popularly referred to as Chinese yoga.
Ivan offers group and private classes held in Hastings, East Sussex.
Ivan teaches Shibashi which is a gentle, beautiful and flowing qigong exercise routine that is both a joy to do and deeply relaxing, harnesting the universol energy and cultivating Qi within the body. Using a combination of rocking movements and expanding arm movements.
Get in contact with Ivan to arrange a private Qigong session.
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Capoeira classes
Capoeira is a Brazilian art form which combines: fight, dance, rhythm and movement.
Ivan has been playing capoeira on and off over the last 7 years. Capoeira improves flexibility, balance, comunication being present in the moment.
Offering group & private classes at retreat.
Reiki sessions also available at retreat in your free time.