What People Say

Discover what our participants think about our offerings

I was fortunate to have attended Ariyananda's Qigong sessions, for three consecutive weeks during a challenging period in relationships and community. The effect of these sessions was deeply balancing and grounding. The ripple effect was noticeable internally and externally. Ariyananda is a skilled practitioner and guide, but her radiant presence is the most healing factor above all, come and see!

Deepa Keshvala

I have thoroughly enjoyed practicing and learning Qigong with Ariyananda - so much so, my Mother and Father have also joined on a Friday. Ariyananda is a fantastic teacher and is amazing at communicating the importance behind each movement. It’s been a joy to learn Qigong and I’ve found myself really looking forward to each session

Melanie Jones

Ariyananda is a truly gifted teacher of Qi Gong. Within the very first minute or two, I feel tension and anxiety drop away. Part way through the practice I experience peaceful bliss, and by the end, I feel at one with nature and the universe.

I have complete faith in this ancient art and have watched many YouTube videos, but Ariyananda's presence and the qualities she emanates such as stability, groundedness, generosity of heart and compassion for all beings, take this practice to a whole different level.

Ariyananda's classes are nurturing and easeful; I would recommend to anyone and everyone to just give it go and see how this beautiful practice can help to soothe and energise the whole system: body, heart and mind.

Sarah Griffin

I really loved the Qigong session with Ariyananda. It was just a perfect balance of movement, breath and meditation.The beginning of the lesson was quite challenging for me as I was going through some difficulties in my life and my mind just kept wandering off. Ariyananda's guidance was very helpful to bring my attention back to my body.

There was a very interesting moment when we stayed a bit longer in one position and this really allowed me to get out of my head and really get into my body and explore my limitations, strengths, patience and compassion towards myself.

At some point during the practice I just smiled to myself as I've come to some realisation about my problem without really thinking about it. I just felt so much lighter and more optimistic after the class.

Can't wait for another session :)

Yvona Nov

I absolutely love Qigong with Ariyananda. Her vast experience and expertise shines through during every session and her playful yet professional teaching style is refreshing.

I would highly recommend Ariyananda's class, especially if like me, you are a beginner. 10/10 would recommend to a friend!

Daniel - Dublin

Ariyananda's Qigong on the Ground was amazing - my first session was really invigorating yet relaxing, and Ariyananda’s guidance was calm, clear and light and all took place in such a welcoming atmosphere. Thank you!

Steviw Irvine

Ariyananda has a very special spiritual gift. The Qigong sessions she runs are gentle, focused and all-inclusive. As a person with disabilities, this has been an exercise life-line for me. The mixture of mindfulness and movement combine to be a unique experience every week, and I am so very grateful.

We are also blessed to do these sessions in a lovely green space and can enjoy nature as well as mindful movement. I would highly recommend Ariyananda to everyone.

Claire Day

Following a long period of serious illness and treatment, I have realised I was reluctant to engage fully with my "faulty" body . Ariyananda's gentle, kind and thoughtful qi gong practice has encouraged healthy alignment between mind, body and spirit.

I can now feel my feet on the ground and my mind in the clouds. The sessions with Ariyananda have been magical and transformative in every way, and I feel privileged to have had this wonderful opportunity.

Alex Imrie

Ariyananda has a very special talent to transmit the energy and essence of the Qigong practice with her masterful guidance.

Kosta Panayotov

I found Ariyananda to be truly embodied in their practices of mindfulness, Buddhism and QiGong (amongst others). They’re experienced and teachings emulate compassion, acceptance and welcoming. The gentle and inquisitive enquiry throughout the course provided opportunities for many insights. Above all, I feel safe with Ariyananda and felt I could access some challenging and difficult places within myself, whilst they held a supportive space to do so. Ariyananda’s teaching has helped guide and centre me back towards spirituality during a time where I have been questioning everything and have lost my faith.

ZL