What happens when we become deeply present—to our bodies, our breath, our inner life, and the living world around us?
Qigong offers a way to explore this question through movement, breath, sound, meditation, and the cultivation of consciousness.
At Mountain Qi, we practice Zhineng Qigong not only as a path of healing and awakening, we also explore our relationship with the living world.
When we slow down and become more receptive, nature can become more than the setting in which we practice. It can become part of the experience itself.
A Practice of Becoming More Present
Qigong brings together body, breath, qi, and consciousness.
Through movement and meditation, breathing, sound and other healing practices, we cultivate a clear observer state of consciousness from which new possibilities can emerge.
Practicing together also creates a sense of connection with others—a supportive community in which we can explore and grow.
And when we practice in nature, another dimension opens. We have the opportunity to become quiet enough to sense ourselves in relationship with something larger.
QIGONG IN NATURE
What happens when we practice in relationship with the living world?
I especially love practicing and teaching qigong outdoors.
In nature, we can allow our attention to expand beyond the boundaries of the individual body. The trees, water, sky, earth, sounds, light, wind, and changing seasons become part of our sensory experience.
Through periods of movement, meditation, and solo time in contemplation of nature, we can begin to notice our relationship with the more-than-human world in a new way.
This exploration draws on both ancient qigong practices and my doctoral research into human experience of nature.
The intention is not simply to practice qigong in nature, but to discover what becomes possible when we consciously open ourselves to an exchange with the living world.
CURRENT OFFERINGS
Exchanging Qi with Nature and the Universe
A Five-session Exploration of our relationship with qi, Consciousness and the Living World
This is a course that combines foundational practices and theory of Zhineng Qigong. Each session will offer teaching and practice of methods for gathering, strengthening, and circulating internal qi as we prepare for the colder months ahead. Practices will include:
Lift Qi Up, Pour Qi Down — the foundational movement flow of Zhineng Qigong
Guided meditation
Conscious breathing
Toning
Basic healing techniques
Foundational Qigong Science
A special part of the course will be guided solo time with nature, drawing both on ancient qigong practices and on my doctoral research into the human experience of nature. This is an opportunity not simply to practice qigong in nature, but to explore what happens when we consciously open ourselves to an exchange of qi with the living world around us.
We will practice outdoors as long as the weather allows, moving indoors when necessary. Everyone is welcome—from those who are completely new to qigong to experienced practitioners.
If you are interested in this class but need another time during the week, please email me with days and times you would be able to attend. If there is enough interest, I will offer the class on a weekday
Registration
Course Fee: $50 for the full five-session series. You may also attend single sessions for $15 each. Every session will be designed as a complete experience in itself, so you may participate even if you cannot attend the entire series.
If you previously purchased a class package and still have sessions remaining, you may use them for the remaining Qigong in Nature classes, the Winter Solstice gathering, or toward the five-session series. To apply your remaining sessions toward the full class series, simply email me with the number of sessions you have left and bring a check for the remaining balance.
If needed, you may request a reduction in the class fee by emailing patricia@mountain-qi.com.
When: Saturday mornings, 10 AM to 12 noon, from October 3rd through 31st.
Where: Old Stratton Park, located at 1819 W. Cheyenne Rd, just east of the Starsmore Discovery Center. We will meet outdoors as long as the weather allows. An alternate indoor space will be announced if there is inclement weather.
What to bring: 1) A stool, folding chair, exercise ball, mat or blanket to sit on outdoors; 2) water; and 3) whatever you need to protect from sun, wind, light rain or cold, depending on the weather.
Parking: Onsite in the parking area on the east side of the building. If the gate is closed, park in the area at the west gate (where signs that say No Parking Any Time), being sure not to block the gate or fire hydrant.
Restrooms: There are no restrooms available onsite, but the restrooms at the Starsmore Center are about a block from the property.
Sign-up: Use the button at the top right corner of this page to sign-up
Qigong in Nature Class
Continuing through September 26, 2026
If you want to have more energy, to feel more alive and connected, there's no better way than doing qigong in a natural setting. When we practice in nature, we draw directly on its pure energy and expand our boundaries to include all of life.
On Saturday mornings, we meet in the beautiful, secluded Stratton Nature Area to do qigong, connecting with nature to gather its pure energy for improving health and awakening our deeper consciousness. Our practices include guided and silent meditation, breathing, sound and simple meditative movements and healing methods that unify body, energy and consciousness. In this open and unified state, we connect with nature together and in solo time, and share our experiences in a supportive group environment.
When: Saturday mornings from 10 AM to 12 noon through September 26, 2026.
Where: Old Stratton Park, located at 1819 W. Cheyenne Rd, just east of the Starsmore Discovery Center. If needed, we will move inside to a location that will be announced.
What to bring: 1) A stool, folding chair, exercise ball, mat or blanket to sit on outdoors; 2) water; and 3) whatever you need to protect from sun, wind, light rain or cold, depending on the weather.
Parking: Onsite in the parking area on the east side of the building. If the gate is closed, park in the area at the west gate (where signs that say No Parking Any Time), being sure not to block the gate or fire hydrant.
Restrooms: There are no restrooms available onsite, but the restrooms at the Starsmore Center are about a half-block from the property.
Fee: Try out your first class for free. If needed, you may request a reduction in the class fee by emailing patricia@mountain-qi.com.
Sign-up: Use the button at the top right corner of this page to sign-up
Private Qigong Sessions
A private session is tailored to your particular needs. It may be focused in a number of different ways, as follows:
1) A private introduction to Qigong movement, breath, sound or meditation instruction that can help you establish or deepen a practice.
2) A guided meditation tailored to your personal needs.
3) Attuned support for transforming blockages through deep observation from a pure consciousness state.
4) Assistance in integrating the benefits of your practice into your daily activities and relationships to improve the quality of your life.
Cost: $60 for an hour session
Where: At the Mountain Qi Studio, 322 N. Tejon St., 2nd Floor, Ste 226, Colorado Springs (above Poor Richard’s). To access the stairs to the second floor of the building, use the front street entrance door that is between Poor Richard’s Books & Rico’s Cafe’ & Wine Bar.
How to book a session: Please email patricia@mountain-qi.com indicating times that work for you. Please include your contact information. You will get a personal email from Patricia to confirm your appointment. (The scheduling app on the website doesn’t always get it right.) Thank you!
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Patricia Seator
I discovered Zhineng Qigong in 2001 and recognized in it a way of bringing together many of the practices and studies that had shaped my life for the previous two decades.
My teaching now centers especially on the consciousness practices of Zhineng Qigong—practices that deepen our experience of body, qi, and awareness and open possibilities for healing and awakening.
With an emphasis in Environmental Psychology and Creativity in my doctoral program, I am also deeply interested in our experience of nature and the living world.
I especially love bringing these two paths together.