Why We 'Qi Up' Like Zumbi

Dr. Dan and Baba Zumbi trained together until his tragic passing in August 2021. Zumbi's catch-phrase was “Qi Up” whenever he was headed out to practice Qigong or Taijiquan so we all started using it.

Through training, Zumbi and Dr. Dan began establishing an Academy to merge the cultures of hip-hop and martial arts; bridging self-care and self-defense with Qigong Taijiquan's lifestyle and hip-hop's swag.

Qi Up Academy represents Zumbi's dream to bring peace, love, unity, having fun, walking in light, trusting spirit, trusting ourselves, trusting our intuition, in the name of a healthy humanity.

Why Practice Qigong?

When's the last time you enjoyed a truly satisfying deep breath? If you are looking for a way to improve your health and well-being, Qigong is a wonderful system of self-cultivation that has evolved from ancient traditions. Composed of fluid movements, conscious breathing exercises, and meditative practices. Qigong promotes life balance through cultivating the harmony of mind, body and spirit.

Find Joy Everyday

Self-care is the greatest gift a body can receive. Paying attention to how we move changes our feelings about life itself. Of course, you can train at your usual gym and tone your muscles, but how do you manage soreness or improve the mind-body connection? Qigong is an all-encompassing lifestyle to prevent injuries, improve vitality and increase the quality of life. We include all of these aspects when we say "Qi Up" at Orcanit Wellness.