Where the Wisdom of the Tao Te Ching and Qi Gong Merge
In ancient times, practitioners were forced to disguise their practices in poetic text to avoid prosecution.
No one knows for certain, but it’s possible that a poetic text like the Tao Te Ching might include cryptic “instructions” for how to practice Qi Gong while aligned with the Tao.
Drawing from this fascinating piece of history, Lee is excited to “recreate” this blending of poetic text and Qi Gong.
In the course, Lee will guide you through this classic text on the art of living, delve into the meaning of it philosophically, distill the lessons from it, then put it into an embodied Qi Gong practice.
Did you know that the Tao Te Ching is the most widely read book in the world, second only to the bible?
That’s because the Tao Te Ching provides people with profound insights and touches them in the deepest parts of their souls… using poetic and thought-provoking language.
Lee has been following the wisdom in the Tao Te Ching for years. Now he’s excited to combine his years of experience with Qi Gong and his passion for the Tao Te Ching.
In the Tao Te Ching Online Course, Lee will weave select readings from the Tao Te Ching together with specific Qi Gong routines to create a powerful Taoist-inspired practice.
This course will blend lecture, discussion, and Qi Gong practice centered around the timeless wisdom of Lao Tzu, one of the most influential philosophers of the millennium.
Questions for the team? Email [email protected] or call 844-4QIGONG (voicemail)
“There was something formless and perfect before the universe was born. For lack of a better name, I call it the Tao.”
“If powerful men and women could remain centered in the Tao, all things would be in harmony.”
“Open yourself to the Tao, then trust your natural responses; and everything will fall into place."
“The Master observes the world but trusts his inner vision. He allows things to come and go."
“Practice not-doing, and everything will fall into place.”
“The Master is her own physician. She has healed herself of all knocking. Thus she is truly whole.”
Lecture & Meditation
Contemplation & Discussion
Practice & Embodiment
You’ll bridge the gap between this classic text and Qi Gong to create an embodied practice you can use to achieve effortless flow, nourish your soul, and connect to an inexhaustible source of wisdom and inspiration.
Many people have read the Tao Te Ching, but few have put it into practice.
Lee will guide you on a journey through the Tao Te Ching. He will read a passage and help you immediately embody the wisdom through Qi Gong practice.
This helps you “imprint” the wisdom of the Tao Te Ching into every cell of your body.
Most people try to control what they cannot.
Instead of trying to control outcomes, the key to living a healthy and happy life is to live in flow and let go of control.
In this course, you will learn and embody the concepts of flow and living your life in harmony with the rhythms of nature. Through the embodiment of this wisdom, you will live your life as if you’re floating on a gentle current.
While the passages in the Tao Te Ching are simple, they can be challenging to interpret on your own.
In the Tao Te Ching Online Course, you will discuss and meditate on the Tao Te Ching passages with Lee and on your own through journaling exercises. As you discuss the ancient passages and decipher their messages, it will become easier to apply this wisdom in your modern-day life.
Life is more enjoyable when we keep it simple. One of the critical messages that Lao Tzu imparts to his readers is to live simply.
Throughout the course, you’ll consistently find ways to simplify your life and focus on the things that are truly important to you.
As the unimportant and possibly even toxic things fall away, expect to feel more joyful, creative, and downright happy.
After reading the Tao Te Ching, most people become more compassionate towards themselves, which allows them to be more compassionate towards others.
They discover inner wisdom that has been with them all along, but was buried deep inside.
Once they allow their soul to be touched by the messages and activate this wisdom, they transform into the best versions of themselves:
They become kinder, more compassionate, and take action to make this world a better place to live.
Lee will read from Stephen Mitchell’s translation which can easily be found at most bookstores or online. Check if your local library has this version if you don't want to purchase the book.
Lee is an internationally known master Qi Gong instructor and an expert in making ancient wisdom applicable to modern life. He is also a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, and successful author. He has been featured on American Public Television and select PBS stations throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Through his DVDs, Public Broadcasting specials, classes, workshops, courses, and teacher certification program, Lee has helped tens of thousands of students discover Qi Gong, heal from injury and disease, slow their aging process, maximize their energy, and feel better than they ever have before.
“I have spent my career as a Taoist scholar, teacher, and author - all those years and all those words spent trying to say what cannot be said and to express what cannot be expressed! Throughout that time the essence of the Tao remained primarily in my ego-conditioned mind. Even though I had practiced Taiji and Qigong all along, the forms remained mostly in the realm of conceptual thinking and conscious effort.
Finally, by committing to Lee’s excellent teaching I found the willingness to let the deepest part of my Shen take over the reins. The Tao has become a living encounter instead of merely a philosophy. My experience of the course has been an essential step on my own journey - following Lao-Tzu over the Hangu Pass and into the West.”
“So full of truth! These thoughtful words (from Lao Tzu) just made me step back a minute, take stock of things, take a deep breath and realize again that life is beautiful, if we let it be, just applying a few principles: simplicity, patience and compassion. And now, let me go practice!”
"I began my Qigong study with Lee in the autumn of 2005 at Five Branches Institute. I completed the Qigong Instructor’s course with him and went on to study Buddha Palm and Six Healing sounds over the following years in workshops with him and Grand Master Mantak Chia. I was in Hangzhou, the People’s Republic of China in 2006-7 and worked out regularly in the parks with hundreds of people doing morning exercises. From the depth and accuracy of Lee’s teaching, I was oftentimes complimented on the execution of Taijiquan or certain esoteric and difficult Qigong forms. My praises for Lee Holden have no ceiling. He is Master Holden."
"After following Lee for the last 15 years at a pivotal point in my life I feel I’ve now entered another point of accelerated growth and can’t wait for more Qi to flow through me, and to others.
"Thanks and Qi!!”
"Magic! Thanks so much. Many blessings and gratitude to the team for your service to the community. I am honoured. These classes are life changing and well received."
"It was one day ago that I posted photos of my 90-year-old parents practicing QiGong with Lee on YouTube. We want to say how deeply touched we are by the over 1000 responses that we have received from all of you. I read all of your heartwarming comments to them and we are so grateful for your kindnesses. It has made me aware of the vast 'Field of Qi' that this community creates with our practices.
"I would like to express my deep gratitude that 'Lee Qi ' has brought into my life. I had been through severe anxiety and depression because of my life situations. I've been doing two hours of Qi gong since September almost every day and here's my shift. I feel good in my mind, the negative thoughts are easily transforming to compost and I'm sleeping so deep. I have more energy. I'm eating happily. Please accept my deepest gratitude. Thank you for this huge transformation with such ease and comfort in just four months."
"Lee’s workshop was deeply moving. It felt as if so much gentle, shifting, internal work was going on; channels opening, releasing and healing movement happening. This feeling of being transported and rooted at the same time, all parts moving in graceful synchronicity, with such a deep feeling of well-being and connectedness to our inner self, to Lee, and to all who participated, seemed to be our individual and collective experience."
"I made a choice 10 years ago to take an energy healing class. Before that I had been deeply depressed, suicidal, addicted to Ativan and struggling to find help. The therapeutic model was not working for me and was keeping me in a state of PTSD and trauma. It took a lot of work for me to go out of the house and be around people.
Holden Qi Gong, Lee and all of the work you are doing is a huge part of this major healing that I am experiencing right now.
My heart is so full of gratitude for you all, for the wonderful work you are doing to share these amazing teachings with the world. Please know you are making a huge difference in so many lives especially during these times of fear and unrest."
Lee is a master teacher and I have learned so much from all, I especially love when he goes in depth in a workshop or course.
"Ten minutes after the class my knee and foot started throbbing with chi energy. It seemed to be melting tension after about 5 minutes the intensity stopped and all the years of pain washed away. I could feel the layers go like peeling of layers of rust. This was such an amazing spiritual experience. I realized there is so much love out there so please thank Lee for showing it to me. My life changed after that session. I realized so many things, one being I’m not in control of anything unless I listen to the Universe."
You’ve found your place and are in perfect harmony with nature and how things are.
You notice small but powerful synchronicities and allow their messages to guide you.
You’ve unlearned beliefs you picked up living in modern society and instead, make decisions from your heart.
You flow through your day like you’re riding a current or a wave. You trust you’ll be just fine wherever the endless stream of life carries you.
You see the good in people, and because you are living balanced and in flow, you bring the best out of the people around you.
You don’t look to others for fulfillment. You are joyful and at peace because you fully trust your inner truth.
Are you ready to access and nurture your innate inner wisdom?
Are you ready to become more playful and joyful, while cultivating patience, compassion, and kindness?
If the answer is YES, we can’t wait to have you join this course. Here’s everything you’ll receive…
Full access to The Tao Te Ching Online Course.
Lifetime access. Get lifetime access to all course content.
Invite-Only Online Community: Get access to our invite-only Tao Te Ching online community.
Questions for the team? Email [email protected] or call 844-4QIGONG (voicemail)
We want to make sure you get what you expect in The Tao the Ching Online Course. You have 30 days from the date you purchase to request a full refund.
This course is for anyone of any skill and experience level. Lee says, “It's great for anyone who is interested in Qi Gong, meditation, and philosophy.” It's also great for you if you’re interested in the Tao Te Ching, Lao Tzu, and Taoism.
Most of Lee’s workshops and courses have centered around Qi Gong practice and some lectures. Until now, Lee has never taught a course centered around the timeless wisdom found in a book. This is also the first time that he’s taught Qi Gong inspired by the Tao Te Ching. So, this is actually one of the most “different” and unique courses that Lee’s ever taught.
No, this is a self-paced course you'll do on your own time and on your own schedule. If you would like to find a buddy to go through it with you, you're more than welcome to do so!
No, this is a self-paced, on-demand course. However, you'll receive access to the recordings of the Q&As we did during the live course.
Lee generally recommends you practice the routines about twice per week to integrate the transformation from the routines. Each set of routines is about an hour, so we recommend dedicating about two hours per week to these practices, not including any extra review time you want to do on the lectures.
Taoism is not a religion. It’s a philosophy that doesn’t imply anything beyond your own experience. The wisdom found in the Tao Te Ching may help you to discover truths within yourself, perhaps even via a specific religious context, but Taoism does not contain commandments, rules, or doctrines.
The wisdom of the Tao Te Ching is like peeling back the layer of the onion on your life. No matter how many times you read the book, there is always more wisdom and insight to be discovered. One amazon reviewer said that “everyone should read this book every seven years.” We suggest reading even more frequently than that. That’s how powerful this book really is. Also, Lee is going to lead a discussion and also provide his own interpretations. So even if you’ve read the Tao Te Ching, this is the first time you’ll get to unpack its wisdom with Lee and your fellow students.
Nope! You don’t need to take any courses or workshops before taking Tao Te Ching.
Yes. You will receive immediate, on-demand access to the content after your purchase.
Yes! You have 30 days from the date of your purchase to request a full refund. Simply email [email protected] if you choose not to continue, and we’ll refund you the full amount of your purchase.
No. Only routines found in the Tier 1 course content may be used for personal practice. This is an “elective” style course. So while it doesn’t satisfy Tier 1 or Tier 2 Teacher Certification requirements, it promises to be a deeply enriching experience.
Tao Te Ching is not part of any tier of the Holden QiGong teacher certification progression. It’s considered an elective for those who want to go deeper into the Taoist philosophy. Tier 2 students may count the time spent doing the routines found in the course as personal practice. Tier 1 students may not count these as personal practice hours in Tier 1, but they may print a separate Tier 2 personal practice sheet and record the time spent doing routines for Tier 2 personal practice.
Yes! The Tao Te Ching training counts as 10-hours towards your Certification Maintenance Requirements.
Full access to The Tao Te Ching Online Course.
Lifetime access. Get lifetime access to all course content.
Invite-Only Online Community: Get access to our invite-only Tao Te Ching online community.
Questions for the team? Email [email protected] or call 844-4QIGONG (voicemail)
We want to make sure you get what you expect in The Tao the Ching Online Course. You have 30 days from the date you purchase to request a full refund.
