Wei Kung and Nei Kung

Chinese Character for Kung

Traditional Chinese Wisdom and Taoist Practices come in two main categories: Wei Kung and Nei Kung. The word Kung (pronounced: gung) has no English equivalent as it represents an idea foreign to the English family of cultures. It means a combination of working, playing, studying, practicing, experimenting, patiently investigating, becoming immersed in, tinkering with, sharing . . . all in a spirit of consistent dedication, mutual respect and common quest under the guidance of a qualified teacher. Examples of the use of the word Kung are Kung-fu (the Kung of Fighting) and Chi Kung (the Kung of Healing). Wei Kung (way gung) is outer Kung. It is concerned with objectives, both in the sense of goals and in the sense of the objective world of things we can see and measure. Wei Kung is in keeping with the predominant paradigm of Western civilization sense the Scientific Revolution. It is an approach that is familiar to Westerners as including ascertainable goals, ideals and progress in quantifiable, observable, testable increments. Nei Kung (nay gung) is the inner teaching. It has to do with feeling, sensations and intuitions.. . . Truth, Healing and Art - layers of the onion Wei Kung considers facts, Nei Kung considers Truths. Wei King is about standardization, Nei Kung is about revealing unique inherent qualities within.

Onami Practice

Meditation, conscious movement and making music help us become what we can be in the most enjoyable and surprising ways. Onami practice combines elements of ancient teachings and modern discoveries to develop awareness, understanding and skill.

Ongoing classes, workshops, free introductory events and private sessions are offered. Individually designed programs are based on the needs, wants and tendencies of each student. Non-doctrinaire, multi-disciplinary studies reveal talents, knacks and interests that previously lay dormant. Along with discovery come confidence, joy and a sense of wonder and possibility.

All levels from beginner to advanced are welcome.

The Way of Transformation

Daily life seems to be an obstacle to spiritual growth, but this is only true if one does not know how to use it.' Many people today are looking for new ways to escape the increasing suppression of their essential being by the modern way of life. The general interest in yoga and Zen Buddhism is evidence of a new awareness of the need for spiritual well-being. The way of transformation will help all genuine seekers, regardless of their creed or religion, and will open new doors to the freedom of transcendental reality which lies within our worldly existence. (back cover of book.)