Ki Chun Classes Edmonton

What Is Ki Chun or Gi Cheon?

Ki Chun is an ancient Korean martial art dating back to the Koguryeo and Kochosun dynasties that strengthens both body and mind. Designed to circulate vital energy, improve immunity, and foster inner resilience, this low-impact practice combines breath awareness, meditation, and physical movements like Dahn Bae Gong and Ki Chun Moo. Now, students have the rare opportunity in Canada to train under the expert guidance of Grand Master Park in a specialized weekly class designed to enhance overall wellness and daily performance.

Origins & History

Ki Chun is a traditional martial art which strengthens the body and mind.
Its origins trace back to the Koguryeo and Kochosun Dynasties.
During the Koguryeo (BC 239 – AD 668) and Kochosun (BC 2333 – BC 238) dynasties, Ki Cheon was an essential part of the education of young elites who became the leaders of the Korean people.

Cultural Heritage & Philosophy

Through training in Ki Chun, those young elites became men with wisdom and physical strength and became political and military leaders of Korea.
With these highly educated leader groups, our ancestors were able to enjoy life with the philosophy of “Hong Ik In Gan” which was and has been the essence of the Korean spirit.
Hong Ik In Gan basically means “devotion to the welfare of mankind.”

Historical Shift & Preservation

It has been the national ideal since the Bae Dal dynasty (BC 3897-BC 2332).
Under the strong political influence of Confucian idealists during the Chosun Dynasty (AD 1392 – AD 1910), the tradition and its foundation ideology had been weakened and almost forgotten by the public.
However, the spirit of Ki Chun and training in its practices was handed down from a few Jikimis (keepers) to later generations of Jikimis.

Training & Practice Focus

For new students, Ki Chun focuses on physical strengthening by Dahn Bae Gong, and Nae Ga Shin Jang – based on the YeokGeun principle.
This physical training enables the circulation of Ki in the body through the meridian system.
With an increasing level of learning through practicing a series of physical skills, trainees become able to express their souls by spontaneous physical motions called “Ki Cheon Moo” (Dance of Ki Chun).

Benefits & Meditation

Ki Chun increases the body’s immunity and the resilience of mind.
Ki Chun can be regarded as a form of Qigong – as it emphasizes the accumulation and appropriate use of Ki.
Moreover, Ki Chun is a method of meditation based on attention to the breath and the movement of the body.
At later stages, Ki Chun pursues the liberation of the soul through a life long practice.