Qigong Comprehensive Teacher Training

Become an accredited Qigong teacher with 200 hours of study — open to students worldwide

Dive deep with this extensive Qigong Teacher certification, perfect for aspiring teachers who want to facilitate Qigong classes regularly, work with clients one-to-one, and deliver workshops and immersion. This program delivers an expansive range of Qigong philosophy, theory, movements and practices.

  • Learn underpinning Qigong theory, philosophy and framework.

  • Study nine modules of learning, including 7x Qigong sequences and supplementary techniques & practices.

  • Master teaching structure, class programming, best-practice language and student cues.

  • Gain international Qigong Teacher accreditation within 9 months.

 

Your 200-hour training program structure:

Choose YOUR PREFERRED FORMAT:

  • 3-day in-person group training + 6x one-to-one online sessions with Nicole Lee

  • 6x group online training sessions + 6x one-to-one online sessions with Nicole Lee

  • 9x one-to-one online sessions with Nicole Lee

EACH PROGRAM REQUIRES:

  • Online-based self-study + personal practice

  • Class practice - resources provided

  • Assessment tasks - video demonstrations

You will learn:

  • Module 1 -3: Qigong Foundations

    • Core theory & fundamentals

    • Zhan Zhuang Qigong

    • Conditioning & Regulating Qigong

    • Five Harmonies Qigong

  • Module 4: Shibashi Qigong

  • Module 5: Qi Development & Dantian Gong

  • Module 6: Fundamentals of Qi Healing

    • Medicinal Qigong

    • Qigong for Self-Healing

    • Buddha Palm Qigong

  • Module 7: Development of Self

    • Introducing Shen Gong

    • Microcosmic Orbit

    • Six Healing Sounds Qigong

  • Module 8: Choose your ‘elective’ Qigong sequence

  • Module 9: Teaching skills & Class Programming

    • Teaching structure, language, cues

    • Class designs & programming

    • Business Basics for Qigong

Upon completion, you’ll receive a Qigong Teacher Certificate of Training, accredited by the International Institute of Complementary Therapists (IICT).

 

choose your study mode

choose your study mode

Choose between three study modes:

 
Nicole Lee standing with back to camera teaching Qigong to a group of students

OPTION 1: Combination program — Group and one-on-one study

Incorporates both in-person group training and personalised 1:1 online training.

  • 3-day in-person group training (Melbourne, Adelaide, Sunshine Coast) AND

  • 6x one-to-one online sessions with Nicole Lee

  • Access to video tuition and practice videos

  • Requires self-study + practice

  • Regular tuition fee $2,997

  • Payment plan option is 9x payments of $399 each

APPLY TO JOIN
 

OPTION 1: Combination program — FULLY ONLINE — Group + one-TO-one study

Incorporates both online group training and 1:1 online sessions.

  • Group online training (intakes in April & August each year ) AND

  • 6x one-to-one online sessions with Nicole Lee

  • Requires self-study + practice

  • Regular tuition fee $2,394

  • Payment plan option is 9x payments of $295 each

  • View the upcoming live session schedule here

Apply to JOIN - commences april 2024
 

OPTION 2: One-on-one program — fully online

  • 9x one-to-one online sessions with Nicole Lee 

  • Guided access to online modules and practice resources at the NLQ Online Studio.

  • Requires significant self-study + practice

  • Ongoing access to all resources

  • Regular tuition fee $3,330

  • Payment plan option is 9x payments of $444 each

  • Open to students worldwide

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Which study mode is best for you?

 
 
 
 
 
 

Curriculum in detail

Month 1 - 2: Preparation and self-study plus group training or 1:1 sessions

  • Qigong Foundations theory and philosophy

  • Learn Zhan Zhuang - Qigong standing form

  • Learn Conditioning and Regulating Qigong forms

  • Learn Five Harmonies Qigong sequence

  • ATTEND Group 3-day training OR group online sessions OR 2x one-on-one session with Nicole Lee

  • Submit 1-2 Assessment Tasks

Month 3-4: Self-study, revision, practice and 1:1 sessions

  • Dantian & Qi Development 

  • Deeper Oriental Health theory + philosophy

  • Learn Shibashi Qigong sequence

  • Qi healing + medical Qigong fundamentals

  • Learn Buddha Palm Qigong system

  • Accrue and document class and personal practice hours

  • ATTEND group online sessions OR 2x one-on-one session with Nicole Lee (as per program format).

  • Submit 3-4 Assessment Tasks.

Months 5–9: Self-study, revision, practice and 1:1 sessions

  • Learn Microcosmic Orbit Qigong 

  • Three treasures, Yuan Shen, Heart-mind & other philosophy 

  • Learn Six Healing Sounds Qigong 

  • Learn 1x elective Qigong sequence of your choice

  • Accrue and document class and personal practice hours

  • For the 1:1 online program ATTEND 4x one-on-one session with Nicole Lee.

  • Submit 3-4 Assessment Tasks.

  • Submit journals for class and self-study practice

 

ABOUT YOUR TEACHER

I’m Nicole Lee – an internationally certified Qigong teacher, trained in both Modern and Classical Qigong styles

My Qigong journey began in 2013. Since then, I have taught literally hundreds of Qigong classes and workshops, and have helped students all over the world become certified Qigong teachers.

I’ve studied Qigong form and philosophy with multiple masters and teachers, consistently for more than a decade. My own personal style has evolved as I have, my core influences are Lee Holden, Master Wang Zhi Peng, Roger Janke and Damo Mitchell.

I’m also accredited in meditation, mindfulness, energy healing and craniosacral therapy, and have a Bachelor's Degree in Complementary Medicine.

I’ve repeatedly seen this gentle practice transform lives — physically, mentally and emotionally.

 

  • "I came to Qigong through my yoga teacher training, which has Qigong inspired flows as part of the practice.

    “Nicole’s modern style and personality resonated with me straight away. I am very grateful to have found such a great teacher and inspiration for this new journey in my life. Nicole is VERY knowledgeable, down-to-earth, supportive, fun and warm-hearted. THANK YOU!

    — Mel, graduate

  • "It has been such a pleasure to learn from Nicole. I love her style of teaching.

    I have been doing Qigong with Nicole for over a year now. In that time I have completed her 60-hour Qigong Teacher Training and taken several of her other offerings, all via Zoom. I'm now undertaking her 200-hour Teacher Training and look forward to learning so much more from Nicole.

    — Helen O, student

  • "All course learning modules are very thorough and deepened my knowledge and skills.

    “I’ve loved learning and practicing with Nicole, both for my own wellbeing and to become a certified Qigong teacher. I find Nicole very knowledgeable, her instructions very clear and easy to follow, and her manner very warm. I highly recommend learning from Nicole.”

    — Jayne H, graduate

  • "Having practised Qigong for years, I wanted to share this wonderful modality with others and studied the online Teacher Training with Nicole.

    “Her modern and flexible approach really resonated with me and how I wanted to teach. It was the best decision :-)”

    — Helen J, graduate

  • "I suffer from fibromyalgia and other health issues, so I knew practising Qigong would be beneficial.

    “After the first few classes, I felt energised and more grounded. Nicole's classes were inviting, caring and creative, and she made everything so simple with easy-to-follow guidelines. I was so excited that I joined the Qigong Teacher Training program. To me, it has become a healing practice.”

    – Violet Wigley, graduate

 

How to become a certified Qigong teacher:

To achieve your IICT-approved Qigong Teacher certification, you need to:

  • Complete the total 200 hours of Comprehensive Qigong training.

  • Submit your Class and Practice Qi Journals.

  • Submit nine practical assessment videos.

All certification requirements are due no later than nine months from the commencement of your training.

 Frequently asked questions

How long does the program run for?

Qigong Comprehensive is a 200-hour training program that must be completed within nine months from commencement and requires a significant commitment to self-study and practice.

DO I NEED EXPERIENCE IN QIGONG TO JOIN THE PROGRAM?

Not necessarily. While having some experience with the practice of Qigong is recommended, it’s not essential. Many of the participants have limited experience (or none) in Qigong when they join the training.

Usually, these students find they need to utilise the full 6 months to absorb, embody and develop their form and understanding. Qigong as a modality and style of movement therapy is very different to most popular fitness methods and requires a significant investment of time and practice to gain proficiency.

How much time each week will I need to complete this program?

Depending on which mode of delivery you choose your weekly time investment required will be 2–8 hours. The fully online 1:1 program requires the greatest amount of self-study. The primarily in-person program requires the least.

Can I teach Qigong after completing the Qigong Comprehensive Teacher Training?

Yes. You will have received the skills and knowledge to teach a variety of classes and sessions based on 8+ sequences, methodologies and theory.

How will I be able to apply the skills differently to those acquired in the 60-hour training ?

You’ll have significantly more knowledge and skills, especially in the areas of theory, philosophy and Qigong form and sequences.

You’ll be able to integrate different components and aspects of form and sequence to create a broader range of classes and participant experiences.

What qualification will I hold after completing this course?

You will receive a Qigong Teacher Certificate of Training, accredited by the International Institute of Complementary Therapists (IICT).  This provides your future students with assurance that you have been professionally trained as a Qigong teacher.

CAN STUDENTS OUTSIDE OF AUSTRALIA JOIN?

Absolutely… while there can be some challenges with time-zone differences, Nicole Lee is available for 1:1 online sessions on various days and times that align with international time zones. The program is IICT accredited in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States.

Students accepted by application