On September 12, Astana hosted an informative and engaging wellness event for older adults dedicated to Family Day and International Qigong Day. The event took place in Atatürk Park and brought together around 50 pensioners from the Active Longevity Center of the Baikonyr District.
The main goal of the event was to encourage older adults to lead an active lifestyle, promote exercises aimed at improving health, and provide opportunities for meaningful and beneficial leisure. The outdoor gathering brought participants positive emotions and allowed them to combine physical activity with mental well-being.
During the first part of the event, participants were introduced to the theoretical foundations of qigong, its health benefits, proper breathing techniques, and the importance of coordinating breathing with movement. During the practical session, the pensioners performed special exercises and learned basic qigong techniques.
The workshop was led by Zhanat Tuyakbayev, head of the qigong group at the Active Longevity Center of the Baikonyr District. The exercises, performed to music, gave participants an extra boost of energy and contributed to the lively and enjoyable atmosphere of the event.
“Today, around 50 pensioners gathered in Atatürk Park. Most of them were active members of the qigong group, as well as participants of the therapeutic exercise and dance groups. Our qigong group has been operating since the opening of the Center. Pensioners meet four times a week and attend the classes with great enthusiasm. The sessions led by our qualified instructor, Zhanat Akymbekovich, have recently become very popular among older adults,” said Guldana Shomenbayeva, a leading specialist at the Active Longevity Center of the Baikonyr District.
The wellness event also featured sports demonstrations. Representatives of the “Harmony” Aikido Club, the “Rukh” Wushu Club, and the “Bes Tarmak” School demonstrated their skills to the participants. The exercises and techniques presented by the martial arts practitioners were met with great interest and enthusiasm.
The gathering gave participants not only an opportunity to take part in beneficial physical exercises, but also to enjoy a positive atmosphere and spend time outdoors. Pleasant music in the park added to the warm and uplifting mood of the event.
