The last of the five animal frolics is bird, an ancient medical Qigong healing practice that invoke the energy of bird that is light, ease, effortless, free and intelligent. When we imitate the movement, action, characteristic and spirit of the bird, it circulate energy to the lung and help balance the metal element for autumn season. When you have lung issues, skin problems, hair loss, feel sad or depress, the bird practice will help harmonise the Qi and transform sadness to courage. The yin poses at the end of the practice settles the Qi and help to regulate energy in the lung meridian.

Class focus: Lung energy + transform sadness

Props: Bolster (or cushions), block

Duration: 60 mins