Eight Brocades Qigong
with Jozen Jonathan Fielder
Eight Week Online Program
March 28th - May 23rd, 2026
Saturdays: 9:00 am ET - 9:45 am ET (New York)
Course Outline
The Eight Brocades Qigong set, also referred to as Eight Pieces of Brocade Qigong (Ba Duan Jin Qigong) originates from the Song Dynasty in China. Consisting of eight individual exercises, these gentle stretches and breathing techniques can stimulate your immune system, strengthen your internal organs, and increase your energy levels. Often referred to as meditation in motion, these fluid movements will also help you with your meditation practice, both on and off the cushion.
Over this six week course, you will be introduced to the eight individual exercises sequentially, gradually building your practice of the entire set. Correct warm up and cool down exercises will be taught, as well as how to adapt the eight brocades appropriately for any injuries or physical limitations.
We will also study the microcosmic orbit and the meridian system of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and examine how each exercise of the set affects a specific meridian.
Week 1 – Two Hands upholding the Heavens
Week 2 - Drawing the Bow
Week 3 - Separating Heaven and Earth
Week 4 - The Wise Owl Gazes
Week 5 - Circle the Head and Shake the Tail
Week 6 - Grab the Feet to Strengthen the Kidneys
Week 7 - Clench Fist and Gaze Fiercely
Week 8 - Bounce on the Heels
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About Jozen Jonathon Fielder
Based in London, UK, Jozen Jonathon Fielder is an associate clergy member of Shining Bright Lotus. He was ordained as a Rinzai Zen priest by taiso Roshi in 2022. He is a practitioner and teacher of the South East Asian martial arts of Silat, Kali and Muay Thai.
He holds the rank of Guru in both Harimau Silat from Sumatra, and the Suwanda family system of Silat from Java. Jozen is also a teacher/Kru in Muay Thai under Grand Master Sken, one of the original pioneers of Muay Thai in the United Kingdom. He holds a third degree black belt in Kali and has been awarded the grade of Guro.
Jozen has practiced and taught Qigong, Yoga and the martial arts for over 30 years.
“I’ve been practicing the 8 Brocades for a few years now, and I can honestly say this program has been a game-changer for my overall well-being. The combination of gentle movements, deep breathing, and meditation has significantly reduced my stress levels, improved my flexibility, and boosted my energy. I feel more balanced, centered, and connected to my body and mind. The 8 Brocades have become an essential part of my self-care routine, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a holistic approach to health and wellness. Thank you for sharing this ancient wisdom with us!”
