Why Qigong Teachers Are Needed More Than Ever

Over the past few weeks, I’ve been quietly working on something that feels both simple and surprisingly important: creating a UK directory of Qigong classes. What I didn’t quite expect was the response. Messages began arriving from Qigong teachers across the country — different styles, backgrounds, and settings, all offering their details and conveying the same message: people are looking for Qigong. At the same time, I regularly hear from potential students asking a similar question: “Is there a Qigong class near me?” These two threads tell the same story.

A Quiet but Growing Need

More and more people are seeking practices that are gentle, sustainable, and supportive; not just physically, but emotionally and energetically. Many are dealing with:

• Ongoing stress or anxiety

• Recovery from illness or injury

• Long-term health conditions

• The natural changes that come with ageing

They are not necessarily looking to push themselves harder. They are looking to feel better, to move with confidence again, and to find a sense of calm in their bodies. Qigong meets this need quietly and effectively.

Why Local Classes Still Matter

Online resources are wonderful, and they certainly have their place. But there is something very grounding about practising together in a room, moving, standing, and resting in shared silence.

In local classes, I see:

• People are gaining confidence week by week

• Friendships forming naturally

• A sense of belonging develops without effort

For many students, the class becomes a small anchor in their week, something steady they can rely on. This is where Qigong teachers play a critical role. You don’t just teach movements; you hold space for people to arrive as they are.

The Teachers Behind the Practice

One of the loveliest things about hearing from so many teachers recently has been the variety of paths that have led people to Qigong. Some come through Tai Chi, some through health challenges, some through meditation or energy work. Yet there is often a shared intention: to pass on something that has helped them. Qigong teachers tend not to shout about what they do. The work is subtle. But its effects are deeply felt.

Looking Ahead

The growing interest in Qigong isn’t a trend; it is a response. A response to busy lives, overloaded nervous systems, and a desire to move in ways that support long-term wellbeing.

This is why Qigong teachers are needed more than ever. Whether you teach in a village hall, a community centre, a health setting, or a small local class, your work matters. For students trying to find their way to a class, discovering what’s available locally can make all the difference.

A Gentle Invitation

If you are a Qigong teacher running classes in the UK and would like to be included in the Tai Chi and Lemons directory, please get in touch. You can check out the directory here: www.taichiandlemons.com or email me: taichiandlemons@gmail.com

If you are looking for a class, I hope this growing list helps you find a teacher and a community that feels right for you. Sometimes the most powerful practices are the quiet ones, shared simply, taught with care, and practised together over time.

Warm wishes, Tracey