Nei Gong Program
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Arguably the core program taught within the academy is our Nei Gong program. This program is the result of Damo’s multi-decade travel through Asia studying the internal methods of the ancient wisdom traditions.
Nei Gong Program
- Weekly tuition and supportive materials
- Fundamentals of Nei Gong, and Meditation
- Qi Gong and Dao Yin Exercise Sets
- Key classical principles, such as Song (松) and Ting (聽)
- Preparation of the Mind and Body for Meditation
- Exploration of Classical methodologies, terminologies and Classical texts
- Clear path of progression through the internal path of Nei Gong
- Hours of supportive theoretical lectures by Damo
Exercise Syllabus
- Ji Ben Qi Gong
- Wu Xing Qi Gong
- Dan Tian Gong
- Hui Chun Qi Gong
- Shen Gong
- Wu Dao Yin
- Alchemical (Nei Dan) Training
- Micro-cosmic Orbit
- Advanced Alchemical Qigong
Principles Syllabus
- How to open the body in preparation for Nei Gong
- Learning to sit (floor and chair) for practice
- Correct principles of Qi Gong standing
- Learning the principles of Song (松) and Ting (聽)
- Learning to stabilise and regulate the breath
- Abdominal Breathing and Reverse Abdominal Breathing in detail
- Stabilising the Mind and building the Awareness
- Opening the Channels
- Developing the Dan Tian and Dan Tian Qi
- ‘Building’ and ‘Thickening’ the Qi
- The various ‘orbits’ of alchemical training
- Principles to supplement your practice
- Sleep preparation and practice
- Food Therapy
- Stabilisation of the Emotional Mind
Theoretical Syllabus
A complete library of theoretical lectures on:
- The entire Nei Gong process
- Alchemical theory
- Medical theory of the body
- Theory of the Sinew Changing
- Theory of the Marrow Washing
- Buddhist theory
- Daoist theory
- Supporting Yogic theory
- Theory of the channel and points (Heavenly Streams)
- Regular updates from Damo’s public lectures
Inside the Door
The first six years of the weekly program lead students deep into the study of Nei Gong and then, after year 6 is completed, students are invited to take an online assessment with one of our teachers and so access the next phase of the study which we call “In the Door’. This is a step-up in complexity and most certainly what would be considered advanced level internal training.
Damo’s Journey
The Nei Gong program is the result of Damo’s three decade study of the internal arts. A journey that has taken place across multiple continents and numerous spiritual traditions – ॐ मणि पद्मे हूँ
~ Structure of the Program ~
Embark on a transformative journey with our structured Nei Gong program, designed to guide you through the foundational and advanced stages of this ancient practice. When you sign up, you’ll be joining a supportive community that learns directly from Damo online, through weekly lessons that span the first six years of your training.
Over the course of the first six years, you will deepen your understanding of Nei Gong techniques and principles, following a meticulously crafted curriculum that allows you to progress at your own pace. With regular feedback, guidance, and support, you will gain mastery in the essential practices that form the core of Nei Gong.
At the end of Year 6, you will be invited to take a live online test with one of our senior instructors. This test is a milestone that allows you to demonstrate your knowledge and practice thus far. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive valuable feedback and adjustments if necessary. Once you’ve demonstrated proficiency, you’ll be granted access to Year 7 and beyond—referred to as the “In the Door” level of the syllabus. This marks the beginning of your deeper, more advanced training in Nei Gong.
This is not just a course—it’s a lifelong journey of self-transformation, guided by a lineage of wisdom and experience. Join us in mastering Nei Gong at a pace that respects both your growth and commitment to the practice.
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Luann Barndt - Neigong Teacher
“Damo Mitchell’s passion for the Daoist Arts is contagious. Though decades of personal dedicated practice, with humour and humility, Damo skilfully leads his students to cultivate our own effective practice. Damo’s teaching style combines an underlying care and compassion armoured with challenging motivation, inspiring students to develop beyond our aspirations.”
Subscription
- Weekly tuition and supportive materials
- In depth principles and teachings on Nei Gong and Meditation
- Qi Gong and Dao Yin exercises
- Exploration of Classical methodologies, terminologies, and Classic texts
- Yang Sheng Fa (life nourishing principles), including Sleep preparation, Food therapy, and daily habits to support your practice.
- Introduction to Chinese medicine concepts
- Access to exclusive online community areas
- Access to ‘The Library’, containing regularly updated lecture videos, Damo’s course lectures, and selective articles and writings.