A few months ago, I came to know about Chi Dynamics from a friend in Malaysia. Being someone who doesn’t give up on any chance of learning about any self-healing methods, I decided to write to the founder of Chi Dynamics to get the first hand knowledge about this particular type of Qigong.

I am grateful to Grandmaster Anthony Wee for graciously accepting my request for an email interview which you will read below. But before jumping straight into our dialogue, here are some interesting facts about Anthony.

About Grandmaster Anthony Wee

Born in 1943, Anthony had a fervent interest in Chinese martial arts from young. He was well-versed in both the Northern Shaolin Kung Fu and the Southern Shaolin Wu Mei Neigong, a cultivation of internal qi power. He had represented Singapore in various pugilistic competitions in the 1970s and was the Captain of the Singapore Pugilistic team from 1971-72.

Anthony founded the Shunlin Wushu Kwan Association in Singapore in 1975 which produced many Kung Fu champions and was a training ground for young people. The first Chi Dynamics Center was established in Singapore in 1980. In 1986, Anthony moved to Perth, Australia and later founded the Chi Dynamics Center there. In the same year, Anthony demonstrated the extraordinary power of the mind and the inner power of qi by having a 9.3 ton double-decker bus driven over his body twice at the Esplanade in South Perth. This has remained an unbroken world record till today.

Currently living in Sydney with his wife of 35 years, he now concentrates on healing others with qi, in addition to conducting Chi Dynamics workshops and training to impart his knowledge on self-healing. Anthony has been a professional Chi Dynamics master since 1982.

Chi Dynamics is now practiced by people from all over the world including Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and the United Kingdom.

One-on-One with Grandmaster Anthony Wee

1. Can you briefly tell us what Chi Dynamics is really about? Is it a form of martial art, meditation or both?

   Chi Dynamics is a complete art of Qigong, Neigong and Qi meditation developed from three traditional art forms — the Northern Shaolin Qigong Breathing System, the Southern Shaolin Wu Mei Neigong System and the self-healing art of Qi meditation.

   It incorporates the “Yin and Yang energies”, activating one’s qi of the five elements (metal, wood, water, fire and earth) with the five vital techniques of deep Dan Tian breathing namely Fu, Chui, Tu, Pi and Xi.

   By practicing Chi Dynamics, one develops his or her own physical strength as well as inner power (characterized by Yang energy) in order to allow the free flow of qi that supports health and healing (characterized by Yin energy).

2. What can newcomers expect from learning Chi Dynamics? How fast can they see some results?

   Chi Dynamics is a simple, systematic, self-healing art backed by scientific knowledge where applicable. Training is conducted in English.

   It induces relaxation, emotional stability and calmness in the mind and body by enhancing blood circulation and qi flow.

   Some beginners see results quickly in the first session. They are the ones who are highly motivated and able to focus well.

   To achieve optimal results, all practitioners are encouraged to train everyday for at least 15 minutes. Occasional training is not likely to bring about any beneficial effects.

3. Can anyone practice Chi Dynamics? Is supervision required during practice?

   One should be trained by qualified instructors. The reason is simple: one cannot see his or her own mistakes. After learning from trained instructors, you are then encouraged to practice on your own.

   On the other hand, I have known of self-taught practitioners who are rather good. But, they could be so much better if they had learned from good instructors.

4. The entire Chi Dynamics system composed of more than twenty forms, both moving and static. Is it essential to master all of them in order to reap any benefits?

   You can benefit from Chi Dynamics by just mastering the simple breathing techniques and movements. Only instructors are required to learn and master all the finer points.

5. What are the challenges you have faced in promoting and teaching of Chi Dynamics?

   I have no difficulty teaching motivated people who want to be healthy and who wish to enhance their qi flow for healing themselves and others. Therefore, promoting the art isn’t difficult at all.

6. What differentiates Chi Dynamics from other types of Qigong?

   If every master is sincere and open about their art, all types of Qigong are similar since they come from one source, one methodology and one concept.

   They have the same aim, that is to activate our inner potential qi to meet challenges brought on by health and aging, so that practitioners can live as healthily as possible.

   However, each type of qigong may place different emphasis on their art to achieve the same aim. In Chi Dynamics, I stress on teaching the correct way to breathe as that is the foundation for good health. It is also important to give clear and complete instructions to practitioners so that they can build strong fundamentals for future advancement.

   I do not keep any secrets in my teachings from my students, as I believe that “a good master is measured by the caliber of his disciples.”

   

7. You used to teach martial arts before turning to the teaching and practicing of Chi healing. Why the dramatic change?

   I am still teaching Wu Mei Kungfu, but I focus now more on qi healing and qi meditation because of an event involving my father.

   In 1981, my father was diagnosed with fourth stage cancer of the bronchial system and was given six to nine months to live. He turned to Chi meditation and followed a vegetarian and brown rice diet. Through intensive Chi meditation exercises and the vegetarian diet, the cancer went into remission and he fully recovered ten months later. He went on to live another fifteen robust years before dying at the age of 80. As I had played an instrumental role in his healing, that incident converted me from a warrior to a healer.

8. You moved from Singapore to Perth, Western Australia in 1986. What prompted the move? Is it the environment or the more relaxed living pace that drawn you?

   Yes, I needed to find a more conducive place to train. Even now, I prefer to spend time on my own in retreats. I’m now looking for a retreat venue in the mountains for more qi meditation and activities. I have been out of the rat race for a long time.

9. What do you do every day to keep yourself in good shape? What is your diet like?

   I train every day, walking in the morning to harness the qi of the rising sun and practising my breathing. I also practise Wu Mei open hand moves (Chang Fah) daily.

   I heal some patients and meditate at night before calling it a day.

   Food-wise, I am more into veggies and less on red meats. I usually don’t eat a lot.

10. In your opinion, what is the main cause of diseases in our modern society? And what can we do to prevent ourselves from getting them?

    Stress, emotional upheavals and poor crisis management are the main risk triggers. Being unable to free oneself of unnecessary cravings, be it physical pleasures or material possessions are also a source of illnesses.

    Selfishness, unwilling to share and reluctance to help others can also cause stress and strain.

    To counteract these causes, breathe correctly, eat wisely, exercise regularly and be helpful to others. As you relax and share more, you will gain better health.

    

11. Any interesting, less known facts that you would like to share with your supporters?

    To be able to sleep well is a blessing in itself. Do a set of breathing for twenty minutes before bedtime and meditate for the next twenty. In this way, you will be able to sleep deeply and soundly. Your qi, blood flow and nervous system will also switch into the optimal healing mode, leaving you fresh and energized the next morning.

12. Lastly, any advice for The Conscious Life readers on how to stay centered and grounded no matter what happened in life?

    Self-empowerment is the key to a fulfilling life. Firstly, know and acknowledge your own limits and weaknesses. Then, seek ways to improve them. You should also understand your strengths well, and constantly enhance them.

    Every day, train yourself to breathe correctly and exercise to keep your physical energy high.

    Associate with good, kind and sincere people as they will bring joy and warmth to your heart. Avoid petty, superficial and materialistic persons who are toxic to health.

    Once you have developed strong inner power of the mind and body, they will be your firm rocks and foundations to a good and healthy life.

    

Thank you for your time, Grandmaster Wee.

If you like to find out more, check out the Chi Dynamics website or read Anthony’s books: ‘The Flow and the Power of Chi Dynamics’ and ‘Cancer Care with Chi Dynamics’ from the same website. His upcoming book ‘The Dynamic Free Flow of Qi’ will be available next year.

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