About Qi Gong
Qi Gong was developed and practiced by millions of people in Asia over the last 3,000 years--and 10 million Americans today-- to absorb life force energy (chi) from the environment, purge traumas embedded in the body, and build chi for wellbeing, spiritual and martial arts purposes.
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Using breath, intention and gentle movement, Qi Gong relieves stress, clears the mind, and amplifies your energy and connection. Qi Gong is closely related to tai chi, acupuncture, yoga and meditation, but with a special focus on building life force energy and mitigating both psychological and physical ailments.
Qi Gong has been recognized by the U.S. National Institutes of Health and Veterans Administration for its health benefits; the VA has been training its patients for the last 4 years in Qi Gong because of its benefits.
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I am a Doctor of Chinese Energetic Medicine, trained in some of the most sophisticated techniques available in the United States today from this ancient tradition.
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I am also an ordained Christian Mystical Priest, part of the direct lineage of the 1,800 year old Mao-Shan Daoist Temple in China, and training to become a Buddhist Lama in March 2025.
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I offer beginning to advanced training in Qi Gong, as well as individualized qi gong treatments.
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See my articles in City Guide to Los Angeles (circulation 1 million+)
and two in Elephant Journal (circulation 5 million +)
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https://www.elephantjournal.com/2022/04/yoga-was-my-gateway-drug-to-qi-gong/
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Try this Free, 1 hour Sample Class
January 13, 2024 recording of the first class in my ongoing 6 month Online progressive course, Introduction to Qi Gong:
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Passcode: Xd@=x5mz
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"Two Trees" refers to the Chinese character in our logo, which means Lin or Forest. The original Lin ancestor was born around 1120 B.C., when his mother was holding onto two trees in a forest. She had fled there after her husband Bi Gan was executed by the corrupt Emperor Zhou for protesting the emperor's immoral ways.
Emperor Zhou was soon overthrown, and the new emperor appointed Bi Gan's son a duke, to honor the courage of his parents. And so the Lin family was born.
Our Lin family seeks to maintain this ancient tradition of Integrity and Public Service in all we do. Thus, 100% of class fee proceeds go to charity (House of Hope, a shelter for homeless families near Denver, thefamilytree.org).
I teach both In-Person classes every Friday at Almaden Yoga in San Jose, www.almadenyoga.com, and Online classes Saturdays.
I also provide free workshops to residents and staff at 4 homeless shelters in California and Colorado, and teach women cancer patients, U.S. Veterans, and elderly patients at an assisted living center.
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My Background
I am a Certified Doctor in Chinese Energetic Medicine, CEM Therapist, Associate of Daoist Healing Studies, and ordained Priest of Mystical Arts, training to become a Buddhist Lama in 2025.
For 40 years I have studied energy practices including Tai Chi, Reiki (Level 1 and 2 Certified), Yoga, Meditation, and Qi Gong with teachers including Grandmaster John Leong in Seattle and Robert Smith in Washington, D.C., and Qi Gong Grandmaster and Daoist Senior Abbot Jerry Johnson in CA. I teach in-person weekly classes at Almaden Yoga in San Jose, CA, and online classes 3 times a month to a global class. I also teach U.S. Veterans and provide free workshops to women cancer patients, homeless women and staff at 4 shelters in California and Colorado.
Married with three daughters and a graduate with honors of both Harvard College and Harvard Law School, I retired after a career as an environmental litigator, government official, and Global Chief Compliance & Ethics Officer of four Fortune 100 Companies. I currently serve as Chairman of the Board of two regulated financial services companies in the US and Canada.
Online and In-Person Classes & Non-Profit Fees
My Online Classes are three Saturdays a month, 8:30-9:30 am Pacific on Zoom. All levels are welcome to all classes, and I try to make the class as fun and accessible as possible, with exercises and meditations usable anytime, anywhere to combat stress and reconnect to the natural universe. Students typically finish their practice deeply relaxed, energized and clear-minded.
Online Classes are recorded and archived in the "Members Area" tab above for review at your leisure.
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I also teach In Person Classes every Friday 9:30-10:30 am Pacific at Almaden Yoga in San Jose, CA, see www.almadenyoga.com.
As I teach out of passion not for income, giving back to the universe, my online classes are only $20/month. FIRST ONLINE CLASS IS FREE; then, 100% of proceeds not necessary for site maintenance are donated to charity.
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Join us for a life-changing practice!
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Testimonials
“I have had hundreds of teachers and put my teachers under a high bar when it comes to whether I consider them "good" or not. Leonard is a fantastic qigong teacher. If you decide to take his classes be prepared to have a radical upgrade in your life.” -Dr. Jacqueline Chan, D.O., MIM- Physician, Healer, Author, Teacher
“Leonard has a passion and intuitive understanding of Qi Gong that is reflected in his teaching. He is able to teach to all levels by focusing on the basics and expanding on our learning with each class. We feel refreshed and calm after his classes.” - Eric Jorgensen and Nicole Jorgensen, REHS, Inspector Santa Clara County Dept. Environmental Health
"Len is an exquisite, kind, clear, generous and rare teacher of Qi Gong. He teaches the deeper spiritual and healing meaning of Qi Gong rooted in the lineage he studies. He imparts information about the practices with great enthusiasm, compassion and clarity. I feel so fortunate to learn and practice with him!"
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- Bonnie Wolf, Community Development Consultant and Project Director Alameda CA Wellness Campus
