About the Course
Qigong (氣功) is an ancient Chinese art that unites breathing, energy, and mindful movement. Adapted for dancers, it enhances vitality, focus, and body awareness — becoming both a wellness practice and a powerful training method.
In this class, dancers explore:
Medicinal Qigong → therapeutic movements that restore internal balance, relieve stress, and support muscle recovery.
5 Animals Qigong (Wu Qin Xi) → a playful, dynamic practice inspired by the movements of the tiger, deer, bear, monkey, and bird — cultivating agility, strength, coordination, and expressive power.
5 Elements Qigong (Wu Xing) → harmonizing the body with the cycles of nature (wood, fire, earth, metal, water), awakening creativity, grounding, and emotional balance.
These practices develop stability, flexibility, and energetic flow, while teaching dancers how to manage fatigue, prevent injuries, and cultivate stage presence with authenticity.
Your Instructor
Marcia Delgado
Márcia Delgado integrated Qigong training in China into her broader journey as a ballerina, dance therapist, and researcher of healing arts. Her work blends the discipline of classical ballet with Eastern wisdom, creating a unique method that enhances both physical technique and inner vitality.
With experience teaching professionals, students, and residencies at institutions such as Teatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro, Márcia guides dancers to use Qigong as a bridge between artistic expression and holistic well-being.