Return to Balance

A grounded approach to inner transformation through Qigong, embodiment, and mindful awareness.

In an online world that constantly pulls us outward and into our heads, this space is a quiet invitation inward ~ into the truth that’s been waiting underneath the noise. This website is a kind of Trojan horse, an online presence designed to guide you offline and back into connection with your felt-sense experience of being alive.

My name is Chris, and my work is rooted in simplicity: helping people reconnect with their bodies, find their center, and return to a healthier, more balanced way of living.

I came to Qigong because my life wasn’t in a healthy place. I was stressed, disconnected, and caught in habits that were pulling me away from who I really was. Qigong gave me a way to slow down, to breathe again, and to shift my energy in a way that allowed my old patterns to naturally fall away.

One of the reasons I fell in love with Qigong is because it gave me the benefits of meditation without the struggle. I always found seated meditation difficult to maintain, but something about movement combined with mindful awareness made the practice not only doable, but deeply enjoyable.

As I continued practicing, more began to change. My mind became clearer. My energy steadier. Qigong opened every aspect of my being — heart, mind, body, and spirit — and helped me become more present, more accountable, and more aligned with the person I sensed within me but didn’t yet know how to reach.

I teach from a place that’s deeply grounded yet open hearted - a balance of structure and flow.

If we work together, you’ll begin to feel more centered and alive in your body, clearer in your mind, and more open in your heart. From that alignment, life will meet you accordingly, opening the door to more connection, ease, and possibility.

The Heart Behind Life Force Guidance

Course Offerings

If your curious about working together, the best place to start is a Discovery call, where we can see if we’re a good fit to work together.

The courses I offer are approachable, relaxing and deeply comprehensive - supporting real change through consistent practice and presence. Along the way you will learn a clear structure for getting the most out of your Qigong practice - one you can carry with you and return to the rest of your life.

Offerings range from a foundational three class introductory series (with supplemental video support) to six class courses that deepen specific qualities such as grounding, creativity and flow, nervous system support, and balance.

Courses are taught privately to semi-privately and unfold at a steady pace, allowing the work to integrate naturally into daily life.

The Practice

Qigong (pronounced “chee-gong”) is a living, evolving practice of cultivating and balancing life energy through gentle movement, steady breathing, and mindful awareness. Many people describe it as “meditation in motion,” because it brings the clarity and calm of meditation into simple, flowing movement.

At its core, Qigong is about reconnecting with yourself — your breath, your body, and the natural rhythm of your energy.

It is, in essence, a return to balance.

Qigong

Qi is the natural life-force that animates the body and supports every aspect of well-being. I experience qi as the quiet intelligence that moves through the body and supports our physical, mental, and emotional health. The more we practice, the easier it becomes to feel this energy directly. Our sense of separation softens, and we begin to experience ourselves with more openness and clarity.

What is Qi?

Calms an overactive mind

Reduces stress and anxiety

Improves sleep quality

Increases vitality and grounded energy in all areas of life

Enhances focus and clarity

Boosts creativity

Eases depression and lifts mood

Builds emotional steadiness and resilience

Strengthens immune function

Improves posture, balance, and alignment

Helps you release habits that drain your energy

Supports spiritual growth

Helps you become your own healer

Benefits of Qigong

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Testimonials

What Students Say

Chris is an approachable teacher with an open heart. He has experienced the fruit of Qigong in his own life, and he warmly invites others to join that journey inward — to connect with the life force that connects us all. As someone who was new to Qigong, I felt comfortable and clearly guided in his classes. He encouraged me to release expectations, embrace the learning process, and find the flow that felt natural to me. I had a beautiful experience exploring the practice, and I’m excited to continue deepening into it.

Kayla
Christopher is a steward of the heart. As a carpenter, he aided others in rebuilding their homes; now, as a Qigong and embodiment facilitator, he serves to edify the inner abode. In either walk, the common thread is Chris. He is aligned in service, poised to reorient others to the way of nature—the heart of all things.

Anthony
I’ve been practicing Qigong with Chris Thomas for the past six months, and it has been truly transformative. Chris brings a deep, authentic knowledge to every session that you can feel in his teaching. His passion for Qigong is evident in the way he guides the practice—not just going through movements, but helping students understand the principles and energy work behind them. Chris teaches from a place of real understanding and lived experience, and that authenticity creates a learning environment where you feel both supported and inspired. Whether you’re new to Qigong or have been practicing for years, Chris meets you where you are and helps you deepen your practice.

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