On January 17th, the rhythmic flow of our Tai Chi and Qigong practice at Vital Martial Arts Academy transitioned into a deeper state of stillness.
We were honored to host Kasia for an intimate midday Cacao Ceremony and Sound Bath. It was a beautiful extension of our daily practice—moving from the cultivation of Qi through movement to the cultivation of peace through sound and ritual right here in the heart of Hallandale Beach.
The Heart of the Practice
We began at noon, gathering in a circle on the mats in comfortable clothes and socks. Kasia led us through a Cacao Ritual, using ceremonial-grade cacao to help us settle our intentions.
In both Tai Chi and Qigong, we often speak of the “Heart-Mind” connection (Xin). This ceremony provided the perfect space for our Florida community to drop out of the analytical “busy mind” and connect with the heart’s natural resonance, preparing the body to receive the sound healing.
A Symphony of Stillness
As the cacao warmed the spirit, the studio was filled with the vibrational frequencies of crystal bowls and chimes. For 45 minutes, our practitioners and neighbors from across the Miami area lay back, allowing the sound waves to clear blockages and deepen the state of relaxation (Fang Song) we usually seek through our movement forms.
The resonance of the bowls felt like an external application of the internal vibrations we feel during deep Qigong breathing. It was a powerful reminder that energy doesn’t just move through us—it surrounds us.
The Balanced Practitioner in South Florida
At VMAA, we believe that the path of internal arts is one of constant balance—Yin and Yang. While our classes focus on “meditation in motion,” this event offered a profound “meditation in stillness.” Events like these help our Hallandale Beach community:
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Deepen the relaxation response and nervous system regulation.
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Enhance our sensitivity to Qi (internal energy).
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Foster a sense of community and shared healing within our Florida studio.
A heartfelt thank you to Kasia for her guidance and to everyone who joined us from Miami, Hallandale Beach, and beyond, filling our suite with such calm and focused intention.
