Jim Gallas
Jim Gallas was mentored by Dr. Chui Nan Lai to teach Wai Dan Gong (aka “Easy Tao” qi gong). He has taught this form since 1993, including the last fifteen years at Esalen. He also teaches yoga, shiatsu, reiki and anatomy.
Upcoming Programs by Jim Gallas
The Wisdom of Aging: Self-Care, Community, Inquiry, and Celebration
How do we celebrate aging and become wisdom holders for our communities in a youth-obsessed culture? As we ripen into the late summers and autumns of our lives, how can we let go of what no longer serves us and enjoy the abundance of each precious moment? The experience of living through many years and […]
Wild Tao: Hiking and Qi Gong in Big Sur Wilderness
Also With Fletcher Tucker
In search of balance, the ancient sages of China walked into the woods to attune themselves to nature in its sublime integrity. The timeless wisdom uncovered in their wild wanderings was called simply Tao, “The Way.” Qigong — the practice at the heart of Taoism — is dedicated to harmonizing body, mind, and spirit with […]