Somatic Workshops in Tenerife

Slow, rhythmic Qigong movements activate the parasympathetic branch of the nervous system — the "rest and digest" mode. This lowers cortisol, reduces heart rate, and promotes recovery.

Every Qigong movement begins at three physical anchor points: the feet (grounding), the hips (energy centre), and the shoulders (freedom from tension).

The vagus nerve is directly stimulated by the combination of conscious movement and extended exhalation. Qigong is one of the most direct ways to exit "fight or flight".

Regular fitness trains superficial muscles. Pilates targets the deep stabilisers — transversus abdominis, multifidus, pelvic floor, and diaphragm. Together they form the "inner unit".

Pilates is one of the most evidence-based methods for chronic lower back pain. By activating the deep stabilisers, pressure on intervertebral discs decreases.

Push, pull, hinge, squat, rotate, and step — these six fundamental patterns are the building blocks of all human movement.

Functional strength transfers to real life: from carrying groceries to sitting at a desk for hours without back pain.

Many people breathe too fast and too shallow — chronically hyperventilating. This lowers CO₂ tolerance, leading to increased anxiety and poor sleep. Breathwork restores the breathing pattern.

At approximately 5–6 breaths per minute, heart coherence occurs: the heart, lungs, and nervous system synchronise. This is the most measurable state of regulation.