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Qigong and the Chinese Five Phases (Wuxing)

Five-Week Online Qigong Immersion to Restore Balance, Vitality & Inner Harmony


Join beloved teacher Mimi Kuo-Deemer for her 20-hour immersion into movement, breathwork, and Daoist wisdom.

Enrollment Now Open!

CLAIM YOUR SPOT

Qigong and the Chinese Five Phases
(Wuxing)

Five-Week Online Qigong Immersion to Restore Balance, Vitality & Inner Harmony

Join beloved teacher Mimi Kuo-Deemer for her 20-hour immersion into movement, breathwork, and Daoist wisdom.

Enrollment Now Open!

CLAIM YOUR SPOT

Reconnect to the rhythm of nature—through your own body.

Reconnect to the rhythm of nature—through your own body.

 

In this immersive, five-week  online program, you’ll learn how the ancient Five Phases—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—live within you. Through qigong movement, breathwork, and Daoist philosophy, you’ll build vitality, regulate emotions, and cultivate spiritual awareness.

What You’ll Learn

In this course, you’ll learn how to:

  • Practice qigong in alignment with the Five Phases to support physical and energetic balance
  • Work with organs, meridians, and emotional patterns using breath, movement, and intention
  • Apply Daoist principles like yin/yang theory, the Three Treasures (Jing, Qi, Shen), and wuwei
  • Strengthen your internal energy and deepen awareness through meditation and embodied practice
  • Develop a consistent, sustainable qigong routine that fits into modern life
  • Expand your capacity as a teacher or healer by integrating energy-based practices into your work

Who This Course Is For

This program is for you if you want to:

  • Regulate your nervous system and support your health holistically
  • Deepen your qigong or movement practice through seasonal and spiritual awareness
  • Learn from a trusted, accessible guide with decades of experience
  • Share grounded, energy-based tools with your students or clients
  • Explore Daoist philosophy in a practical, embodied way
  • Begin (or restart) your journey with qigong in a supported, welcoming space

What You’ll Learn

In this course, you’ll learn how to:

  • Practice qigong in alignment with the Five Phases to support physical and energetic balance
  • Work with organs, meridians, and emotional patterns using breath, movement, and intention
  • Apply Daoist principles like yin/yang theory, the Three Treasures (Jing, Qi, Shen), and wuwei
  • Strengthen your internal energy and deepen awareness through meditation and embodied practice
  • Develop a consistent, sustainable qigong routine that fits into modern life
  • Expand your capacity as a teacher or healer by integrating energy-based practices into your work

Who This Course Is For

This program is for you if you want to:

  • Regulate your nervous system and support your health holistically
  • Deepen your qigong or movement practice through seasonal and spiritual awareness
  • Learn from a trusted, accessible guide with decades of experience
  • Share grounded, energy-based tools with your students or clients
  • Explore Daoist philosophy in a practical, embodied way
  • Begin (or restart) your journey with qigong in a supported, welcoming space

What You Give Yourself and Give to The World

What You Give Yourself and Give to The World

When you say yes to this journey, you're not just signing up for a course—you’re making a powerful commitment to your own vitality, balance, and inner wisdom, which is inextricably part of nature’s spirit, equilibrium, and strength

You give yourself…

  • Time to slow down and listen to your body’s rhythms
  • A deeper connection to nature—as part of you, and you a part of it,
  • Breath and movement as medicine for stress, fatigue, and emotional imbalance
  • New insight and clarity on how to navigate change, challenge, and daily life with grace
  • A spiritual practice that lives in your body—accessible, nourishing, and always available, just as it always lives within the natural world
  • A return to center—so you can show up with more energy, presence, and purpose in all that you do

This is more than a course. It’s a reclamation of rhythm, presence, and your own deep well of resilience, which is also the vast, deep resourcefulness of this world

RESERVE YOUR SPOT IN THIS TRAINING

You’ll Come Away With:

  • A rooted and resilient qigong practice you can return to again and again
  • Tools for supporting your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being
  • A felt understanding of energy, emotion, and balance—within and around you
  • Confidence to apply (or share) these teachings in your personal or professional life
  • A deeper connection to the natural world—and your own true nature

You’ll Come Away With:

  • A rooted and resilient qigong practice you can return to again and again
  • Tools for supporting your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being
  • A felt understanding of energy, emotion, and balance—within and around you
  • Confidence to apply (or share) these teachings in your personal or professional life
  • A deeper connection to the natural world—and your own true nature

Meet Your Teacher

Meet Your Teacher

Mimi Kuo-Deemer is a beloved teacher of qigong, Daoist and Buddhist philosophy, and mindfulness. With decades of experience across the U.S., U.K., and Asia, her teaching weaves together ancient wisdom and accessible practice. Her work focuses on cultivating presence, compassion, and vitality in everyday life.

What Past Immersion Students Are Saying About Training with Mimi

“Mimi’s teaching and delivery is absolutely unparalleled. So much knowledge so generously shared. I am so enormously grateful to have been lucky enough to be a part of this transformative week. I came away with a full heart, an inspired mind, heaps more confidence to teach and a body that felt transformed and seemed to flow more freely. (A welcome bonus for a 63-year old granny!). It was amazing and I couldn't recommend it highly enough.”

~ Sue Llewellyn

“Mimi's knowledge, wisdom and embodiment of the practice makes the practice accessible, fun and engaging, even if it's subjects such as 5 element theory. She's a truly amazing educator. I've done three courses with her so far and I've loved every single one. She lives her practice and this shines through, she is a truly inspiring soul that encourages us all to use our own light to return to the source of light. I'll be trying to save the world and having fun thanks to her.” 

~ Amor Armitage

“This course offered an immersive, enriching and explorative approach to qigong that left each of us with a deeper understanding and embodiment of the practice. Mimi generously shared her deep knowledge and personal approach to qigong through practical classes, workshops, discussions and presentations - this thorough and rounded approach gave us so much to explore in our own practices and teachings, as well as new ways of understanding and encountering qigong. The week was nourishing, sensitive, joyous - and full of generosity, curiosity and playfulness. Full of gratitude to Mimi and everyone involved.” 

~ Ellen Jeffrey

“This was an inspirational training that really gave me confidence in my ability to teach. The subtle attention to form and detail that Mimi offered was huge learning in itself. It is a learning journey that I hope to continue to deepen and it’s clear that Mimi has a great depth of understanding. I felt I scratched the surface but that in itself was enough for now.” 

~ Joanne Holloway

“I loved this Immersion training on Qigong and Chinese Five Phases. Mimi has an incredible capacity to share qi gong in a down to earth, accessible way. She brings the deep essence, meaning and roots of Qigong to life in our modern world. I am so looking forward to bringing what I learn into my local community.” 

~ Corrinna Bain

What Past Immersion Students Are Saying About Training with Mimi

“Mimi’s teaching and delivery is absolutely unparalleled. So much knowledge so generously shared. I am so enormously grateful to have been lucky enough to be a part of this transformative week. I came away with a full heart, an inspired mind, heaps more confidence to teach and a body that felt transformed and seemed to flow more freely. (A welcome bonus for a 63-year old granny!). It was amazing and I couldn't recommend it highly enough.”
~ Sue Llewellyn
“Mimi's knowledge, wisdom and embodiment of the practice makes the practice accessible, fun and engaging, even if it's subjects such as 5 element theory. She's a truly amazing educator. I've done three courses with her so far and I've loved every single one. She lives her practice and this shines through, she is a truly inspiring soul that encourages us all to use our own light to return to the source of light. I'll be trying to save the world and having fun thanks to her.” 
~ Amor Armitage
“This course offered an immersive, enriching and explorative approach to qigong that left each of us with a deeper understanding and embodiment of the practice. Mimi generously shared her deep knowledge and personal approach to qigong through practical classes, workshops, discussions and presentations - this thorough and rounded approach gave us so much to explore in our own practices and teachings, as well as new ways of understanding and encountering qigong. The week was nourishing, sensitive, joyous - and full of generosity, curiosity and playfulness. Full of gratitude to Mimi and everyone involved.” 
~ Ellen Jeffrey
“This was an inspirational training that really gave me confidence in my ability to teach. The subtle attention to form and detail that Mimi offered was huge learning in itself. It is a learning journey that I hope to continue to deepen and it’s clear that Mimi has a great depth of understanding. I felt I scratched the surface but that in itself was enough for now.” 
~ Joanne Holloway
“I loved this Immersion training on Qigong and Chinese Five Phases. Mimi has an incredible capacity to share qi gong in a down to earth, accessible way. She brings the deep essence, meaning and roots of Qigong to life in our modern world. I am so looking forward to bringing what I learn into my local community.” 
~ Corrinna Bain

Weekly Overview

Each week of the course is devoted to one of the Five Phases (Wuxing), offering a layered experience of movement, breath, seasonal wisdom, and self-cultivation. You’ll explore the physical, emotional, and spiritual qualities of each phase—while building a strong physical and energetic foundation.

Weekly Overview

Each week of the course is devoted to one of the Five Phases (Wuxing), offering a layered experience of movement, breath, seasonal wisdom, and self-cultivation. You’ll explore the physical, emotional, and spiritual qualities of each phase—while building a strong physical and energetic foundation.

Join Qigong and the Five Phases (Wuxing) with Mimi Kuo-Deemer

Choose Your Plan:

This program is designed to guide you through each of the Five Phases—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—so you can experience qigong not just as a movement practice, but as a deeply embodied way of living.

All Plans Include:

  • 20 Hours of Pre-Recorded Lessons: Learn through high-quality, pre-recorded practices and teachings that explore qigong movement, Daoist philosophy, breathwork, and energetic theory.
  • Weekly Themes Aligned with Nature: Each week focuses on one of the Five Phases (Wuxing), helping you embody its qualities and explore its corresponding season, organ system, emotion, and spiritual characteristics.
  • Practices for All Levels: Whether you’re new to qigong or an experienced teacher, the course is structured to meet you where you are—with plenty of space for reflection, integration, and growth.
  • Learn Anytime, Anywhere: All materials are available on Commune’s streaming platform and app, so you can watch + practice wherever life takes you (including offline). 


Exclusive Bonuses:

  • Immediate access to Mimi’s four qigong courses on Commune, yours to keep forever (a value of $400)
    • Qigong: The 18 Forms
    • Qigong: The Eight Brocades
    • Mindful Dragon Qigong
    • Qigong: The Five Sacred Guardians
  • 1 year of full Commune access — watch courses about functional medicine, women’s health, spirituality, yoga, tai chi, earth stewardship, and much more
  • 10% OFF Mimi’s Spring Retreat at Commune Topanga (Your discount will be emailed after enrollment and can be applied to ANY of the accommodations)

Plus: We offer a money-back guarantee. If you aren't satisfied with the training, email us and we will provide a full refund.

Enroll Now for the Self-Paced Program

$1,000 $299

70% Off

Access begins October 13, 2025

Refund Deadline: October 20, 2025

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Enroll Now for Winter Semester

$1,000 $499

50% Off

Access begins January 26, 2026

Also Includes:

  • 5 Weekly Live Zoom Q&A Calls with Mimi: Join Mimi and other students in the program each week to ask questions, deepen your understanding, and connect in real time. You’ll be able to submit your question ahead of each call. These live sessions are recorded in case you can’t attend live.
  • Join the Course Community: Share your questions, receive personal support, and connect with fellow students on the journey with you.

Refund Deadline: February 2, 2026

Like our Fall 2025 Semester, we expect our Winter 2026 Semester to sell out!

RESERVE YOUR SPOT IN THIS TRAINING

Multiple payments available with Afterpay, Klarna or PayPal.

(subject to availability and approval)

Frequently Asked Questions

We are here to help you feel confident that this program is right for you! If you don't see your question answered in the FAQ section, please email us at [email protected].

Frequently Asked Questions

We are here to help you feel confident that this program is right for you! If you don't see your question answered in the FAQ section, please email us at [email protected].

Watch this 30-Minute Sneak Peek

Watch this 30-Minute Sneak Peek

 

About Communiversity


Join us for in-depth trainings that are flexible with your schedule! Investing in yourself now will return a lifetime of powerful benefits, whether you're looking to become a more in-demand teacher who students love, or find deeper meaning, fulfillment, and health in your personal life.

If you've ever felt a longing to go well beyond a surface-level understanding of yoga, meditation, qigong, nutrition, integrative medicine, or mindful leadership — Communiversity will provide the guidance, support, and concentrated wisdom, to help you reach your full potential.

About Communiversity


Join us for in-depth trainings that are flexible with your schedule! Investing in yourself now will return a lifetime of powerful benefits, whether you're looking to become a more in-demand teacher who students love, or find deeper meaning, fulfillment, and health in your personal life.

If you've ever felt a longing to go well beyond a surface-level understanding of yoga, meditation, nutrition, integrative medicine, or mindful leadership — Communiversity will provide the guidance, support, and concentrated wisdom, to help you reach your full potential.