Yellow Emperor’s Meridian Stretch Exercises
12-Part Meridian Stretch Set
(Standing & Sitting Postures)
🗓 Wednesday, February 4
⏰ 7:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 Villari’s Martial Arts, Middletown RI
💻 Also available live on Zoom
Presented by Jesse Harding, M.M.Q.
Medical Qigong Practitioner • 30+ Years Experience
📩 RSVP / Questions:
Taichi.qigongwithjesse@gmail.com
An Ancient Practice for Modern Vitality
Join us for a special Qigong workshop exploring the Yellow Emperor’s Meridian Stretch Exercises, a classical 12-part stretch set designed to gently open, balance, and regulate the body’s primary meridian system.
Rooted in the earliest foundations of Chinese medicine, this practice is attributed to the Yellow Emperor (Huang Di)—the legendary figure behind The Yellow Emperor’s Inner Classic. His teachings emphasize harmony between movement, breath, energy, and seasonal living, principles that remain deeply relevant today.
What Are Meridian Stretch Exercises?
This 12-part set uses slow, mindful stretches combined with breath and awareness to support healthy Qi flow through the organs, muscles, fascia, and nervous system. A closely related version is also found in the Japanese Makko Ho (“Bowing” or “Look Straight Ahead”) exercises, highlighting the timeless and cross-cultural value of meridian stretching.
Benefits of This Practice
✔ Improves circulation of Qi and blood
✔ Gently opens joints, muscles, and connective tissue
✔ Supports organ health and meridian balance
✔ Reduces stress, stiffness, and energetic stagnation
✔ Enhances posture, flexibility, and body awareness
✔ Calms the nervous system and quiets the mind
Gentle yet profound, this practice is accessible to all levels while offering depth for experienced practitioners.
What You’ll Experience
- Step-by-step instruction in the full 12-part sequence
• Standing and seated variations for comfort and accessibility
• Insight into meridian pathways and organ connections
• Breath coordination and mindful pacing
• Practical guidance for daily home practice
No prior Qigong experience required. All levels welcome.
Why Attend?
- Learn a time-honored practice rooted in classical Chinese medicine
• Experience whole-body wellness through meridian stretching
• Deepen your understanding of Qi flow and seasonal health
• Leave with a complete practice you can use for years to come
Closing Invitation
Reconnect with the wisdom of the Yellow Emperor and experience how simple, intentional movement can restore balance from the inside out.
Stretch. Breathe. Harmonize.
Ancient practices for modern living.
🗓 Wednesday, February 4 | 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 In-person: Villari’s Martial Arts, Middletown RI
💻 Zoom ID: 894 4380 1326 | Passcode: 009931
💵 Cost: $40 (cash, check, or Venmo)
📩 RSVP: Taichi.qigongwithjesse@gmail.com
Join Us In Celebrating the Time-Honored Paths of Qigong, Taoist Yoga, Tai Chi and Meditation–
For- Stress Reduction, Relaxation, Well-Being, Health-Cultivation, Longevity,
Mindfulness, Inner Peace, Clear Thinking, Vitality, Wisdom & More!
Contact Master Jesse Directly By Email:
Taichi.qigongwithjesse@gmail.com
