Insight Qigong® 350 Hour Teacher Training
Embody Qigong Mastery. Personify Leadership.
Learning Qigong and learning to teach Qigong are very different skillsets.
Embody the knowledge and confidence so you can effectively—and safely—teach Qigong.
Here YOU have the opportunity to get truly equipped as a teacher (not cookie-cutter training).
Do what you love—an investment in better health and income (this training can possibly pay for itself).
Leave a legacy—passing this wisdom on to future generations.
The Insight Qigong® 350 hr. Certification is the most in-depth Qigong Teacher training available.
Compare it to other trainings and discover for yourself…
This Course Registered & Approved | NCCAOM PDA / CE’s Available
350 Hour Insight Qigong® Teacher Certification
2025/2026 Cohort
Enrollment closed
Level: Advanced
Prerequisites Required*
350 Hour Certification
150 CEU Hours Available
In-Person Training
Live Webinars / Video Support
Support Materials
Direct Access To Master Instructor
Multi-device Support
Your Questions Answered:
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Insight Qigong® Teacher Certification | 350 hours
This training is currently offered only once every two years*
The curriculum core is presented as six in-person immersive modules. The first five in-person immersive are three days each, the sixth immersive is four days long.
These modules are scheduled over approximately 6-8 months to allow for ease of access, new material integration, and continuity. The modules are:
IQ1 | Qigong Teacher Essentials
IQ2 | Energetic Structure & Physiology
IQ3 | Advanced Qigong Energetic Theory
IQ4 | Qigong Safety & Ethics
IQ5 | Subtle & Sublime Energies In Qigong
IQ6 | Cornerstone Competency
(Individual course descriptions can be found below.)
Additional requirements for MQP Certification:
60hr Teaching Practicum*
CPR / BLS For Healthcare Professionals***
Monthly online support sessions where you will interact with your cohort of teachers-in-training and the master instructor are scheduled between in-person modules. These provide vital guidance and help keep you on track.
60 hours of practicum teaching (required in addition to modules and online sessions) provides direct experience and applications of your training.
For those without the previous background, the adjunct theory components are offered as online courses (live webinars) allowing flexibility while providing the most thorough training available.
Upon successful completion of all requirements and demonstration of competency, you will be awarded the 350 hr Insight Qigong® Teacher Certification. This esteemed credential recognizes your authority to teach the Insight Qigong® system.
*Practicum hours logged outside of classroom as guided independent study.
**Available as an additional online course. Requisite additional courses are available at Red Thread Institute as individual trainings (separate tuition costs). This structure is intentional to meet the needs of diverse student backgrounds. Previous training that meets or exceeds program requirements is eligible for transfer credit.
***We take student safety seriously. Current Basic Life Support and CPR training from a certified agency and/or professional medical health licensure is required to be certified as an Insight Qigong® teacher. Fees associated to this external requirement are not included in tuition costs.
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In-person dates for the upcoming cohort are:
2025
August 29-31 IQ1 | Qigong Teacher Essentials
October 10-12 IQ2 | Energetic Structure & Physiology
November 14-16 IQ3 | Advanced Qigong Energetic Theory
2026
February 20-22 IQ4 | Qigong Safety & Ethics
April 3-5 IQ5 | Subtle & Sublime Energies of Qigong
May 15-18 IQ6 | Cornerstone Competency
*All published times are Mountain Time USA
MST is UTC/GMT -7, MDT is UTC/GMT -6.
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At Red Thread Institute, we aim to keep our programs accessible while maintaining the depth and quality required for professional training.
Tuition for the Insight Qigong Teacher Training is structured with two options:
Standard Tuition (Installment Plan): Tuition is divided into a series of scheduled payments across the duration of the program
Paid in Full (Tuition Incentive): A reduced total investment is offered for those who choose to pay in full at the time of enrollment
Because tuition is influenced by factors such as venue, scheduling, and ongoing program development, current pricing is released when enrollment opens for each cohort.If you are interested in the training, we recommend joining the waiting list.
*Tuition includes instruction, direct access to Master Instructor, access to online student account and support materials. Tuition does not include transportation, lodging, meals, or any personal expenses incurred by students in attending any online or in-person components of a course. -
This program is comprised of live in-person training (absolutely essential for competent and safe teachers).
Attendance and in-class participation is required for those seeking certification and CEU/PDAs from the NCCAOM.
Certification requires attending ALL live in-person intensives in addition to successful completion of all other program requirements*
As a courtesy and convenience, online sessions are recorded for student review and study. These recordings are made available only for enrolled students.
*Please review our full Terms & Conditions of enrollment prior to applying.
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This certification program is for those who wish to become preeminent instructors of Qigong.
Learning Qigong and learning to teach Qigong are completely different skill-sets, and this program is designed to provide the most thorough training possible with an emphasis not just on competency, but also of care, safety, and energetic hygiene.
The training perspective is principle-based (focused on teaching) and therefore the skills learned can have universal applications.
Prerequisite:
All applicants must have proficient experience with the Insight Qigong® form to be considered for admission.
This training is to teach others how to teach Qigong. It is not the place to learn a new Qigong form.
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Online training / review sessions are 2 ½ hours in duration and follow a set once a month schedule for ease of planning. Students can attend from anywhere in the world with an internet connection. However, we do expect our students to treat the virtual classroom with the same respect as an in-person classroom. Online sessions are recorded (see Online Access above).
In-person trainings are conducted as intensives and students should plan for an 8:00am — 6:00pm daily commitment (daily schedules may be fluid, and will include appropriate breaks, etc.).
All in person training is held in Carbondale, Colorado USA.
Further details on the location and information on “getting here” is included further down this page.
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Admission to the training is application based.
All applications must include a tuition deposit for consideration (see below)*
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and are reviewed in the order in which they are received.
Once your application is received and reviewed, an interview with our master instructor will be scheduled. This provides you the opportunity to ensure that this is the right program for you!
We employ equal opportunity to the application process and do not discriminate based on race, age, gender, faith, religion, or personal identity.
Enrollment is intentionally limited to maintain the highest level of integrity and quality of transmission, and to ensure personalized attention and instruction to you as a student.
You are therefore encouraged to apply as early as possible as enrollment is closed once course capacity is met.
Applications received once courses are enrolled / commenced for the year will be deferred to the next cohort.
*A tuition deposit of $1200 is required for your admission application to be reviewed and the subsequent enrollment interview to be scheduled. Upon acceptance into the program, this deposit is applied to your tuition due and is then non-refundable. Should you be denied acceptance into the program, or you elect to withdrawal your application at the time of interview, the deposit will be returned less a reasonable administrative fee.
Please be sure to review our full Terms & Conditions of enrollment prior to applying.
Why Insight Qigong® Teacher Certification?
Depth Of Training
Knowledge is only a potential. We provide the opportunity for actually knowing how to organize, integrate, and implement the knowledge gained—to transform it from potential to reality.
Here, you will be given every opportunity to not only succeed, but excel in every aspect of your training.
The level and depth of knowledge imparted to you, as a student in this program, is incredibly rare in the field of Qigong found in the West. And, it’s done in a way that is designed to be a complete transmission and understanding.
This training is intended for the future leaders in personal health and wellness
Safety & Ethics
It’s not “if”; it’s a matter of when something goes wrong. It’s a sobering reality. However, when you practice actual Qigong, “stuff” is going to move (which is ultimately a good thing)!
Teaching others is a great responsibility. To ensure your own wellbeing and that of your students, you must be truly prepared.
To that end, the Insight Qigong training is extensive. We require instructors to complete comprehensive coursework in:
Classical Chinese Medicine Theory
Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology
Daoist Cosmology
Energetic Hygiene And Personal Care
Professional Ethics
Safety and Emergency Medical Training
Accountability
We do not handout Certification to anyone that just shows up with a credit card. While this statement is regrettably unconventional in the field—we actually require you to earn your credentials.
There is expectation of an Insight Qigong instructor. And likewise—we hold ourselves accountable to your education and success.
If you’re present, sincere, and do the work required, we can get you there.
Community & Authority
Insight Qigong is a community of intelligent, discerning humans that are united in the vision of being happy, healthy, and free.
We are real people, really helping people, and are focused on assisting others who want to truly be awake.
Grounded in reality, we utilize arcane knowledge to push our perceived limitations and become the best versions of ourselves possible.
“I don’t regret all of my prior training and experience, but wish I had saved the money and the time and just come here first!”
—Ava G., California
The Insight Qigong Teacher Training Overview
The 350 hour IQTT program is broken down into six individual in-person experiential learning. courses, each supported by online learning.
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3 Day in-person Intensive | 24 NCCAOM PDA / CEU
It all begins here. Module 1 provides the framework for Insight Qigong pedagogy and practice. Principles of proper structure, breath, and intention are the focus of building a solid foundation. You will achieve a comprehensive understanding of the energetic anatomy, physiology, and theory that are essential points of teaching Qigong.
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3 Day In-person Intensive | 24 NCCAOM PDA / CEU
This module is a deep exploration into the form and individual postures—with emphasis placed on the free flow of energy in the body. Consideration of student abilities and subsequent modifications are explored through a detailed analysis of mechanics and desired outcomes.
By the end of this intensive, you will dream in Insight Qigong.
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3 Day in-person Intensive | 24 NCCAOM PDA / CEU
Concepts specific to Qigong and self-cultivation practices are the cornerstone to understanding student development and needs, and are essential tools to the Qigong instructor. Detailed explanation of arcane concepts and practical applications will forever shape your own practice and how you pass that knowledge along.
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3 Day in-person Intensive | 24 NCCAOM PDA / CEU
Safety, efficacy, and professional ethics are the focus of this module. Considerable time is spent with laser focus on proper mechanics and energy flow. You will also learn to recognize, manage, and resolve ‘Qi Deviations’ (when aberrant energy causes undesirable or unintended results).
This training is absolutely critical for ANY instructor working with students at any level.
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3 Day in-person Intensive | 24 NCCAOM PDA / CEU
Module 5 illuminates advanced subtle levels within the form and the subsequent applications. As an instructor, this will allow you to work seamlessly with students of all skill levels and ability. Exploration of deep internal energetic training (neigong 内功) and advanced mental concentration skills (shengong 神功) assist in awakening the practitioner’s ability to “see” and sense energy—a valuable and necessary skill in the classroom.
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4 Day in-person Intensive | 24 NCCAOM PDA / CEU
The culmination of the training intensives, Module 6 is largely based in demonstrable competency. Through an extensive practical and written examination process, Insight Qigong certification candidates prove time and time again to be the most knowledgeable Qigong teachers you can find.
If you do the work, we can get you there.
“I really like the way Dr. Sweeney breaks everything down—makes it very clear what we are doing and why.”
—Belinda J., California
Learn Authentic Qigong Leadership
Personal Guidance
Enrollment is limited to 20 students. This ensures that you can get the personalized one-on-one guidance that is crucial for true teachers.
Real Teacher Training
This is not a commonplace “teacher training” that will leave you walking away still unequipped—here you’ll have the opportunity to learn the actual skills required to succeed. We’re invested in you and your contribution to a legacy of authentic leadership.
True Growth
One of the only Health Qigong programs to offer quality advanced education for our graduates—we do not bestow empty and arbitrary titles. Instead, we offer true growth and refinement.
Your training is just the beginning—and we are with you every step of the way.
Inner-Door Training
The Insight Qigong Teacher program places you in the inner circle—providing direct access to, and transmission from, a Medical Qigong Doctor and Master.
Embodied Integrity
If you want to truly embody the role of teacher, knowing it carries weight and meaning, then you’re in good company.
We take our work—and the advancement of future generations—seriously.
Honesty & Value
We’re upfront and clear from the start. Here you’ll have the opportunity to receive true knowledge and skill that can translate directly to your path.
The rewards and inherent value of becoming an IQ teacher are innumerable—for you personally and as a professional.
Accessibility
A modular format with online components allows flexibility and accessibility for professional schedules.
Throughout the immersive training you’re given everything you need in a way that can allow for personal integration and synthesis.
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How To Get Started:
1. Apply
Begin by completing the online application & providing a tuition deposit. Applications are reviewed in the order they are received.
2. Interview
Once your application is reviewed, an interview with our master instructor will be scheduled. This ensures the program is right for you.
3. Change Lives
Everything in order, you will be placed in the upcoming cohort. And your personal journey begins—cultivating personal health and helping others become their best.
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