Just as traditional Chinese medicine views the human body as a reflection of the natural world, so have we reflected on the wonderful energy and support surrounding ChiBall in 2009.

This time of year is always a great opportunity to reflect on the year past and to look back at the accomplishments, events and milestones which we have celebrated.

2009 has seen the training of over 100 teachers in locations all around the world. Everyone who participated gained knowledge and insight into The ChiBall Method™ and the student feedback has been invaluable in terms of refining the education curriculum to date. The Level 1 Training is only the beginning of a life long learning process and we are passionate about providing new workshops and further learning that challenges and satisfies all levels of students in their quest for knowledge.

The Level 2 Seasonals are a great way to deepen your knowledge and understanding of the principles of traditional Chinese Medicine. According to TCM, all change — in the universe and in your body — occurs in five distinct stages. Each of these stages is associated with a particular time of year, a specific element in nature, and an organ partnership.  Change links together the seasons of the year, aspects of nature, and your body’s organs and bodily processes.

In each Level 2 Seasonal module we focus on the element and corresponding season and what this means for your diet, lifestyle, emotion, personality and of course, the ChiBall movement sequence specifically designed for the appropriate season.  Each manual is accompanied by a DVD demonstrating the seasonal ChiBall Class and specific movement technique points and a music CD  composed specifically for each season.  The music is licensed to you royalty-free by ChiBall World for use in public spaces without the need to pay further licence fees.

The Level 3 courses are six advanced modules which Teachers and other wellness professionals may pursue and complete to take their knowledge and practice of the ChiBall Method to a deeper understanding and skill level.  Level 3 courses are available in:

• ChiBall Tai Chi-Qi Gong™
• ChiBall Dance™
• ChiBall Yoga™
• ChiBall Pilates™
• ChiBall Feldenkrais™
• ChiBall Meditation™

Upon completion of these workshops, teachers may then deliver more specialized ChiBall classes offering both deeper personal and professional development and additional opportunities to teach.

Moving forward

During the past 12 months the team has grown in number and knowledge; travelled widely overseas; moved into a new movement focused space; received accreditation for our education programmes and now has what it takes to keep the business of ChiBall moving forward—strong leadership, excellent master trainers/faculty and most importantly fantastic and committed students. And you personally can help accelerate our efforts  to build our vision of a sustainable future, through active and constructive communication on the forums and feedback to the Head Office. We need you to continue to be ambassadors for The ChiBall Method™ and inspire others to transform through movement.

As we grow and evolve in 2010, it is important that we remind ourselves of the great gift that we can offer others through mindful movement. The values of the organization continue to be the benchmark and driver of growth for the business. Our commitment is to offer greater development and transformation of students and teachers into leaders, ambassadors and presenters of the future in the mind-body industry.

For the festive season I wish you all the very best, with good health, happiness, success and prosperity.

May you all enjoy the festive season in peace and harmony,

Maria-ann