Doctor of Chinese Energetic Medicine, Buddhist Lama, Christian Mystical Priest, Former Chairman of the Board of two regulated financial services companies in the US and Canada and Fortune 100 senior executive
I have 40 years of energy arts experience, including a Doctorate in Chinese Energetic Medicine and ordination as a Buddhist Lama and Christian Mystical Priest . My experience also includes Tai Chi, Reiki (Levels 1 and 2 certified), yoga and meditation.
I have been passionate about teaching and applying Qi Gong to improve the wellbeing of my clients -- particularly those who otherwise could not afford access to the practice.
In addition to my online classes, I teach qi gong at 4 homeless shelters in California and Colorado and the Women's Cancer Resource Center in Oakland, CA. I donate 100% of my fees to a homeless shelter, www.thefamilytree.org, in Denver, CO.
I have been fortunate to have been trained directly for over 5 years by the father of Qi Gong in the West, Prof. Jerry Alan Johnson, who has published numerous textbooks on medical Qi Gong based on a lifetime of training with masters around the world. Our direct lineage dates back 1,800 years in the Mao-Shan Daoist Temple in China, bringing sophisticated and secret techniques which are rarely known even in China.
Coming from a traditional legal and corporate background, I have been astounded by the unheralded power of this branch of Qi Gong to affect the physical and energetic body for the better. And I am excited that the US Veterans Administration, US National Institutes of Health, and other leading institutions in the US have begun to recognize formally the benefits of Qi Gong.
I look forward to sharing my passion and expertise with my students and clients! Len
Welcome to Effective Deep Healing / Tranquil Treatments!
Clients say:
"...permanently changed my life for the better..."
"...profoundly relaxing..."
"...heal on a deep level..."
I offer both "energetic spa" and therapeutic treatments.
"Energetic spa" treatments to release your stress an…
Heidi L Gillis is certified as a Personal Fitness Trainer (W.I.T.S.) & Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. With specializations as Older Adult/Senior Fitness Specialist, Lifestyle Fitness Coach, level 1 Qigong F.I.T. and TaiChi F.I.T. , TCH Board Certified Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Instructor,…
Tai Chi, Qigong, Personal Fitness Trainer for Active AgersPersonal TrainerSenior Fitness TrainerPersonal CoachTai Chi InstructorQigong InstructorFitness CoachPrivate Personal TrainerIn Home Personal TrainerPersonal Trainer for WomenFitness InstructorGym TrainerMental HealthSleep TherapyMental TherapyPhysical TherapySports Physical TherapyWeight Loss CoachMental WellnessQigongTai ChiStrength Training for WomenFitness ClassObesity CareMindset CoachGoal SettingChronic Fatigue SpecialistFatigue SpecialistBrain Fog SpecialistJoint Pain SpecialistInsomniaOsteoporosis SpecialistChronic Pain SpecialistDiabetes SpecialistDigestive IssuesOsteoarthritis SpecialistCholesterol SpecialistBlood Pressure SpecialistStress Management ClassWellness CounselingHeadache SpecialistWeight Management DoctorPain ManagementAnxiety TreatmentIrregular PeriodsFrozen ShoulderMuscle BuildingWeight TrainingMens HealthEndurance TrainingMigraine SpecialistBack Pain SpecialistShoulder Pain SpecialistHip Pain SpecialistKnee Pain DoctorNerve Pain SpecialistPelvic Pain SpecialistBack and Spine SpecialistSciatica Pain ReliefNeck Pain TreatmentWhiplash TreatmentHerniated Disc SpecialistArthritis DoctorScoliosis DoctorCarpal Tunnel DoctorPinched Nerve SpecialistTMJ SpecialistVertigo DoctorNeuro RehabilitationDementia CarePTSD TreatmentWellness PractitionerSpiritual WellnessSelf CareImmune SupportOnline Fitness ClassBody PositivityPersonal Growth WorkshopExercise ClassBreathing Exercise
Having learned and practiced Tai Chi as a young man, I recently renewed my study and have been practicing daily for four years. I can teach Yang Style Tai Chi Forms 8, 13, 16, 24, 32, 37, 40 and 42 forms. I also teach the recently adopted "Bafa Wubu" form, China's new Tai Chi standard. I use the "S…
BrooksvilleFloridaUS1 Hour Connect Call30 Min Connect CallConnect with PaulaDiscover Freedom of Movement: Transform Stiffness into SupplenessDiscover Relief: Effective Solutions for Osteoarthritis PainDiscover Tranquility: Embrace Inner Peace through Tai ChiElevate Your Cognitive Abilities with Qigong: Boost Brain Function NaturallyEnergize Your Life: Your Path to Beat FatigueEnhance Heart Health through Tai Chi: Boost Your Cardiovascular FitnessFlexibility Redefined: Achieve Freedom of Movement with QigongGroup QigongGroup Tai Chi & QigongLower Anxiety with Qigong & Tai ChiLower Blood Pressure with Tai Chi & QigongManage COPD Symptoms with Tai ChiManage Depression Symptoms with QigongManage Fibromyalgia Symptoms with Tai Chi & QigongManage PTSD Symptoms with Tai ChiPrivate Class 1: 15 minPrivate Class 2: 30 minPrivate Class 3: 60 minQigong Breathing: Your Path to a Resilient Immune SystemQigong: Your Path to Improved Posture and Well-BeingRejuvenate Your Nights with Qigong for Restful SleepRevitalize Your Day: Experience a Qigong Energy BoostRevitalize Your Life: Holistic Classes to Help Chronic PainStay Agile and Confident: Improve Balance and CoordinationStrengthen Your Stability: Tai Chi for Fall PreventionATCQA
Welcome.
I'm a retired U.S. Army officer and former newspaper editor who embarked on my journey into Tai Chi while still in active service. Although my initial interest was piqued during my military days, my pursuit of Tai Chi was temporarily sidelined by time constraints and professional respons…
How can I make a same-day appointment with a Tai Chi in Soquel?
Same day appointments are available with many Tai Chi Practitioners. For the most part, clients who use Sofia to search for a Tai Chi in Soquel can schedule an appointment and see the Tai Chi within 24 hours. You can search for real-time availability of Tai Chi Practitioners in Soquel and make an appointment online today.
How can I book an appointment online with a Tai Chi in Soquel?
Sofia is a free online service that helps clients find Tai Chi Practitioners in Soquel and book appointments instantly. You can search for Soquel Tai Chi Practitioners by symptom, health goal or visit reason. You can explore Tai Chi services, book a virtual appointment, join group classes or schedule an initial consultation.
How can I find a top-rated Tai Chi in Soquel?
You can use Sofia to find Tai Chi Practitioners in Soquel who are highly rated. View each Tai Chi Practitioners education, license and certification credentials. Watch their video introductions and book a virtual consultation see if they are a good fit for you.
How can I schedule a virtual visit with a Tai Chi in Soquel?
Almost all Tai Chi Practitioners in Soquel on Sofia have virtual visits available. Every Tai Chi can be scheduled online for either in-person or virtual appointments. When you book your session, choose in person or online.
How can I find a Soquel Tai Chi who sees clients after hours?
On Sofia, you can search specifically for Soquel Tai Chi Practitioners with availability after normal business hours.
How can I find same day appointments near me for Tai Chi Practitioners in Soquel?
Sofia lets you see real-time availability for Tai Chi Practitioners in Soquel. Many Tai Chi Practitioners offer same day appointments.
How can I find a Tai Chi in Soquel who sees clients during the weekend?
Sofia let's you see real-time availability for Tai Chi Practitioners in Soquel. Many Tai Chi Practitioners offer appointments on Saturdays and Sundays.
How can I find group classes near me from Tai Chi Practitioners in Soquel?
Sofia lets you search for live group classes from the leading Tai Chi Practitioners. You can sign up for individual virtual group classes from Tai Chi Practitioners today or you can purchase a membership to Sofia Prime for access to unlimited monthly classes.
How can I search for Tai Chi products in Soquel?
Sofia lets you shop for Tai Chi Practitioners products. You can shop health and wellness products from the Sofia Marketplace or go to your favorite Tai Chi Practitioners page directly.
How can I find live classes near me with Tai Chi Practitioners in Soquel?
Sofia lets you take live classes from leading Tai Chi Practitioners. You can sign up for virtual group classes from Tai Chi Practitioners today.
Where can I find a licensed and credentialed Tai Chi near me in Soquel?
Sofia lets you search for educated, licensed, and credentialed Tai Chi Practitioners professionals. You can ensure you are booking with the right Tai Chi for you based on credentials, language, and more.
Osocalis was the Spanish phonetic rendering for the name of the creek that runs through the area, as transcribed from the local Native American Indian language of the Ohlone peoples. The later name "Soquel," which was subsequently derived from the name of that creek, is first known to have appeared in 1833 as the name of the Mexican land grant which included this creek and adjacent lands.
The first European land exploration of Alta California, the Spanish Portolà expedition, passed through the area on its way north, camping at one of the creeks on October 15, 1769. The expedition diaries don't provide enough information to be sure which creek it was, but the direction of travel was northwest, parallel to the coast. Franciscan missionary Juan Crespi, traveling with the expedition, noted in his diary "We stopped on the bank of a small stream, which has about four varas of deep running water. It has on its banks a good growth of cottonwoods and alders; on account of the depth at which it runs it may be that it cannot be utilized to water some plains through which it runs." Translator Herbert Bolton speculated that the location was Soquel Creek.
Martina Castro was granted Rancho Soquel by Alta California governor José Figueroa in 1833. Martina was one of the daughters of Santa Cruz fundadore José Joaquín Castro, who came as a boy with his family to Alta California from Mexico with the second De Anza expedition in 1775. Several of Martina's Californio brothers and sisters also became rancheros.
Soquel focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by Soquel’s Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Toadal Fitness, Lola's Fitness Gym and CrossFit. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Soquel, such as the Anna Jean Cummings Park Trail and the Vienna Woods Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.
Population: 10,505 (2022). Area code: 831. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Area: 4.598 sq mi (11.909 km2). ZIP Code: 95073.
FAQs
Is Soquel, CA a good place to live?
Living in Soquel offers residents a suburban-rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Soquel, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Soquel and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Soquel are highly rated.
Is Soquel, CA expensive?
Soquel, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 186, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 86.0% higher than the U.S. average and 24.1% lower than the average for California. A typical home costs $1,210,700, which is 258.1% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 65.1% more expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. To live comfortably in Soquel, California, a minimum annual income of $231,840 for a family, and $107,200 for a single person is recommended.
Is Soquel, CA safe?
The crime rate in Soquel is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 12 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Soquel is 1 in 80. Based on FBI crime data, Soquel is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Soquel has a crime rate that is higher than 30% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.
The content herein is provided for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Medical information changes constantly, and therefore the content on this website should not be assumed to be current, complete or exhaustive. Always seek the advice of your doctor before starting or changing treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, please call your doctor or 9-1-1 (in the United States) immediately.
Sofia Health uses cookies to improve your user experience on our site. Cookies help display appointment times
in your timezone and help us understand how our site is being used. By using Sofia Health, you accept our
use of cookies. Read more
Apple
Google (online)
Office 365 (online)
Outlook
Outlook.com (online)
Yahoo! (online)