Spring Qi Gong & Ceramics Workshop in Zurich
Creative renewal through movement and clay
2–3 May 2026 | Clay & Tao Ceramic Studio
This spring ceramics workshop in Zurich offers a unique opportunity to reconnect creative energy through the combined practices of Daoist Qi Gong and ceramic making.
In Daoist philosophy, spring corresponds to the Wood phase — a season associated with renewal, movement and the emergence of new creative impulses. This weekend workshop supports both physical vitality and artistic sensitivity through an embodied approach to creativity.
By working with movement, breath and clay, participants explore how creative processes unfold from internal awareness into material form.
No previous experience in Qi Gong or ceramics is required.
Saturday — Qi Gong for creative vitality
The workshop begins with a day of Daoist Qi Gong guided by Birgit Buschmann.
This practice focuses on releasing tension, restoring energetic flow and cultivating grounded presence.
Through flowing movement sequences and breath awareness, participants prepare the internal conditions necessary for attentive creative work.
The session includes:
– seasonal Qi Gong practices related to spring
– breath and awareness training
– movement principles from Daoist health cultivation
– exercises supporting physical alignment and energetic balance
This preparatory day supports clarity, focus and embodied attention before engaging with clay.
Sunday — Ceramics and creative process
The second day is dedicated to ceramic practice, focusing on surface exploration and intuitive form-making.
Participants work with techniques such as:
– kurinuki (carving from solid clay)
– pinch and slab construction
– surface textures and impressions
– engobes and natural surface treatments
Special emphasis is placed on surface development — an aspect often difficult to explore within regular pottery classes.
This approach supports:
– renewed creative momentum
– deeper sensitivity to material
– development of personal visual language
– confidence in intuitive making
The presence cultivated through Qi Gong informs the work with clay, creating a more attentive and embodied creative process.
Practical information
Dates
Saturday 2 May 2026
09:30–12:00 / 13:30–16:00
Sunday 3 May 2026
09:30–12:30 / 13:30–16:30
Location
Clay & Tao Ceramic Studio
Tramstrasse 53
8050 Zurich
Language
Qi Gong day: German
Ceramics day: English or German
What to bring for Qi Gong
Comfortable clothing
Flat-soled shoes
Yoga mat (optional)
Teachers
Birgit Buschmann
Breathing therapist (IAC), TCM therapist and Qi Gong teacher with over 30 years of experience.
Alexandra Romy
Ceramic teacher and founder of Clay & Tao, working at the intersection of ceramic practice and Daoist philosophy.
Workshop fee
Equivalent to 6 practice credits at your applicable rate
Booking
→ Reserve your place in the spring ceramics workshop
