The forth of the five animal frolics is monkey, an ancient medical Qigong healing practice that invoke the energy of monkey that is smart, playful, active, quick and cheeky. When we imitate the movement, action, characteristic and spirit of the monkey, it circulate energy to the heart and help balance the fire element for summer season. When you are feeling emotional, not being able to express the voice from your heart, have high cholesterol or high blood pressure, the monkey practice will help harmonise the Qi and transform hatred to joy. The yin poses at the end of the practice settles the Qi and help to regulate energy in the heart meridian.

Class focus: Heart energy + transform hatred

Props: Bolster, wall

Duration: 60 mins