Zen-Gymnastik

Weekend workshop: A harmonious connection between body and mind

According to tradition, in the 6th century a.

the 28th patriarch of the Buddha visited the Shaolin monastery in

China. There he noticed that the monks were able to improve their

their physical health due to their pure meditation training.

had neglected their physical health. In order to strengthen the body again

and promote vital energy, he taught them special movement

movement exercises.

In the middle of the 20th century, the Korean monk

Hye Won discovered ancient texts describing these exercises. He

translated them and began to teach them. One of his students

taekwondo grandmaster Young-Ho Kim, brought the exercises to Europe.

exercises to Europe.

The central element of Zen gymnastics is the conscious

mindfulness, breathing and movement. The

combination of these three building blocks supports physical

fitness, promotes emotional well-being, helps to calm the mind

calms the mind, improves the ability to relax and

reduces the risk of injury.

Effects and benefits of gymnastics:

- Improving mobility and flexibility

- Stress reduction and promotion of mental clarity

- Stimulation of the digestive system

- Support for the cardiovascular system

- Increasing body awareness

Participant information:

- Bring comfortable clothing, indoor shoes and a water bottle

- Lunch together in one of the many restaurants on site

possible on site