Lu Jong, Tibetan Yogic Practices

This is a 3 part class series about Lu Jong: Tibetan Five Elements Yoga Practices. Dates: May 10, May 24 and June 7.

Lu Jong: Tibetan Five Elements Yoga Practices — The Foundation of the Practice
In the Lu Jong tradition, the Tibetan Five Elements Practices offer an essential gateway to harmonizing body, energy, and mind. Rooted in Tibetan medicine and Buddhist teachings, they aim to restore a fundamental balance that supports physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
Unlike other systems, it is important to clarify that in this context we refer to Lung — a Tibetan term often translated as “wind,” but which primarily denotes the principle of movement. It should not be understood as the element “air,” as found in Indian or Chinese traditions, but rather as a dynamic force responsible for circulation, breath, thoughts, and emotions.

The Five Elements in Lu Jong — space, wind (Lung), fire, water, and earth — are not merely symbolic concepts; they are directly experienced through the body. Each movement works simultaneously on the energetic channels, the organs, and inner states, allowing for a progressive and profound transformation. Lu Jong is structured into two levels, consisting of 21 and 15 movements respectively. In this series of three workshops, we will explore a carefully selected set of practices specifically oriented toward balancing the Five Elements, which form the essential foundation for further practice. Beyond a purely physical approach, these exercises invite a subtle reconnection with the natural laws within us, opening a space of stability, clarity, and presence.

About the instructor
Val from “Yogas Bouddhistes by Val” is a teacher and trainer in Tibetan yogas and meditation. She shares these practices with the general public through classes, workshops, and retreats across Europe, and is now expanding internationally with a direct, lively, and accessible approach that goes beyond language barriers. Her teaching is rooted in the traditions of Buddhism and Tibetan medicine, with a strong emphasis on the direct experience of the body, breath, and mind. She offers a secular and contemporary approach, allowing these ancient practices to be integrated into everyday life.

Val (or Valerie) has led numerous retreats and taught within travel experiences dedicated to well-being, embracing change, and inner transformation. Certified to train teachers since 2016, she now supports a new generation of practitioners, with the intention of transmitting these teachings with depth while keeping them accessible and alive. She is the author of the book “Hatha Yoga: What if its roots were Buddhist?”, in which she explores the connections between Indian and Tibetan yogas and offers a reflection on their shared origins. For more information, see her websites : www.yogasbouddhistes.com and the school on www.efmbet.com.

No previous attendance or registration is required to attend. Suggested Donation range: 300 - 500 Baht. The Bangkok Shambhala Center (which is a Thai non-profit Association) remains open because of the ongoing generosity of our members and program participants. Contributions can be made in cash at the class, or by bank transfer to our account.

Shambhala Mandala Association
Bangkok Bank, Silom Branch
Account #: 118-327-3182
Swift (Routing) Code: BKK BTH