Spiral Flow
Qigong - Mindful Movement - Internal Dance
Spiral Flow Qigong
Qigong and Mindful Movement for Well-Being, Self-Expression and Creativity
"Every spiral marks a cycle in the development of the whole and just as every single part is part of the whole, the end will be but the beginning." - Master Franco Mescola, founder of the Metodo Biospirali®
Spiral Flow
Never-ending
Forever pulsing, flowing, spiralling
condensing and expanding, winding and unwinding
Breathing, evolving, transforming.
An internal danceThere is a constant dialogue between the microcosm, my body, and the macrocosm, the world around.
All experiences form the inner self, which is constantly changing and adapting to the
new impulses from the outside, also in constant flux.
This constitutes my dance,
a dance that is healing, that instigates creativity, self-expression,
connection and collaboration with others.
We need, now more than ever, to recuperate our long-lost connection with Mother Earth,
with Nature and with each other.
The practice of Biospirals Qigong allows for this connection to become deeper and more meaningful.
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About the instructor
Celia Mendizabal
Celia was one of the first students in the UK to become an accredited instructor of the Biospirals® Method of Qigong, developed in Italy by Master Franco Mescola, and is one of the founding members of Biospirals® Qigong UK. She is a qualified Five Element Qigong teacher, under the mentorship of Mimi Kuo-Deemer, and is a current nei gong student at Lotus Nei Gong International School of Internal Arts. She is a CIMSPA qigong practitioner member and just completed a CIMSPA endorsed course on Tai Chi Qigong for Well-Being and Rehabilitation. Celia is a registered instructor with the Tai Chi Union for Great Britain (Tai Chi Internal Arts).With over 30 years of experience as a performer across various art forms, including circus, dance, and physical theatre, Celia brings a wealth of knowledge to her craft. She is a co-founder of Circle of Two, an acrobatic theatre company that tours internationally, presenting performances at circus, theatre, and outdoor festivals. Celia holds a bachelor's degree in Theatre Practice and Circus Arts, as well as a Master's degree in Theatre Studies.Celia is a co-founder and co-director of IAMFlow CIC, a non-for profit company with a focus on delivering eco-somatic workshops and producing interactive performances that delve into our connections with ourselves, one another, and our environment. She is also member and director of SpiralArts Dance Theatre CIC, an inter-generational and cross-disciplinary community of artists committed to creative exploration.Celia blends traditional and contemporary expressions in her work, emphasising themes of human connection, resilience, and transformation. In her role as an instructor, she imparts her extensive knowledge of movement arts, inspiring individuals to tap into their own creative potential.
The Biospirals® Method of Qigong
The Biospirals® Method was created in Venice by Master Franco Mescola after in-depth study of Taijiquan and Qigong.It consists of a series of meditations, breathing exercises and sequences based on the spiralling movements of energy in nature. The movements are soft, gentle and flowing. The Method is divided into three sequences corresponding with three levels of difficulty. The exercises are performed focusing more on the flow of internal energy than on muscular strength.The benefits of this work are particularly noticeable in the bone structure, joints, muscle-tendon system, fascia-connective system and, most of all, the energetic system.  Slow repetition of the movements brings one to a state of deep calm, which allows the body and mind to free itself of the negative effects accumulated by excessive stress.The Method is accessible to all ages and levels of physical ability. No special equipment is needed, and the movements can be done comfortably by most.More about the Biospirals® Method of Qigong: Biospirals® Qigong UK
Classes
I offer a range of classes and workshops, both in person and online via Zoom.Online classes and sessions in the park are offered on a sliding scale donation basis. The suggested donation is £5 to £10.You can make your payments and donations online.I also offer 1:1 sessions and instructor training. These are £45 per hour. Just contact me if you are interested.For further information, bookings, and payments please contact me
Qigong Classes
Fridays 2pmStaines Community Centre
Thames Street, Staines-upon-Thames, TW18 4EA£4.50 members £5 non members
Shibashi set 1 - 18 Movements of Tai Chi Qigong.
This system was created in 1979 at the Chinese Medicine Research Institute of Shanghai University by Master Lin Hou-Sheng. It integrates elements from Yang style Tai Chi, which makes it a perfect as a preparation to learning Yang style Tai Chi forms.It consists of slow and fluid movements, breathing exercises, and meditations to promote a state of deep calm whilst improving postural alignment, balance, coordination and general well-being.Everybody is welcome. Open to all levels and abilities.
Online Classes
Sundays 10am
Introduction to the Biospirals Method of Qigong, focusing on fascial movement and the communication between the different systems in the body. Learning of all Preparatory Sequences, the Primary Sequence, and the First Sequence of the Biospirals Method of Qigong.Register in advance for this meeting:Zoom registerAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Qigong and Tai Chi in the Park
Saturdays at Staines Park
10:30am to 11:45am
A relaxed practice to foster community and connection.We play with different qigong forms, apart from those in the Biospirals Method, such as Shibashi, Chan Mi Gong, 8 Brocades and 5 Elements.After the qigong session, those who want to stay a bit longer can learn a short tai chi form.Everybody is welcome.
Contact
Send me a message if you want to know more about my classes, workshops, and 1:1 tuition. I am open to collaboration and research into combined movement practices.