Live: Kung Fu Cardio

An Embodied Alchemy Series with Nina Crist

Awaken your strength. Find your rhythm. Begin your day feeling alive.

Three weeks of energizing martial arts movement, combining Kung Fu foundations, rhythmic combinations, and conscious breath.

November 17–December 3, 2026
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 8:00–8:30 AM Eastern
Six 30-minute classes | Live on Zoom

Full series: $88
Embodied Alchemy members: $66

Includes lifetime access to all six class recordings and a private student forum for questions and connection.

Join Kung Fu Cardio

Join Nina Crist
A Little More Fire. A New Way to Flow.

This community's devotion and enthusiasm have inspired me to share another part of my martial arts practice with you.

Kung Fu has been part of my training for decades, and I love the vitality, focus, and joy it brings. There is something deeply satisfying about finding your rhythm in a combination—feeling your feet beneath you, your breath moving, and your strength coming alive.

In this six-class series, we’ll bring that energy into our mornings through punches, blocks, kicks, and flowing combinations, taught step by step with room to find your own pace.

I’m excited to share this side of Embodied Alchemy with you.

With love,
Nina

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Find Strength, Rhythm & Confidence

Throughout our six classes, you’ll practice:

Foundational Kung Fu stances, punches, blocks, and kicks.
Rhythmic combinations that challenge coordination and focus.
Whole-body movement to develop strength, balance, and stamina.
Connecting your breath with your movement.
Adjusting the pace and range of motion to suit your body.

Join me live for the energy of practicing together, and return to the recordings whenever you want a 30-minute movement boost.

What Is Kung Fu Cardio?

Kung Fu Cardio is the more energetic expression of the Embodied Alchemy Method.

We’ll draw on traditional martial arts foundations and weave them into an accessible aerobic practice. You’ll learn individual movements, connect them into combinations, and explore the rhythm of moving with strength and intention.

Expect a little more heat, a playful challenge, and clear guidance throughout. We’ll begin by warming the body and finish by slowing down, gathering our energy, and settling into stillness.

No previous martial arts experience is needed. Come ready to learn, move, and enjoy yourself.

A Practice You Can Build On

There is joy in discovering what your body can do.

A stance becomes more familiar. A combination begins to flow. You notice how your breath supports your movement, and how much more available your strength feels when you stay connected to your center.

Meeting twice a week gives us a rhythm for learning and returning. Across three weeks, we’ll revisit the foundations, add new combinations, and give you a practice you can continue with long after the series ends.

“A journey of a thousand miles
Begins beneath the feet.”

- Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching, Chapter 64

Come Move With Us

This series is for you if you:

Enjoy mindful movement and are curious about a more energetic practice.
Want to explore martial arts with an experienced, encouraging teacher.
Love the idea of a short morning class with strength, rhythm, and focus.
Already practice Tai Chi or Qigong and want to explore another side of your training.
Are new to martial arts and would appreciate step-by-step instruction.

You can keep your kicks low, make your movements smaller, and take breaks whenever you need. I’ll encourage you to work at a pace that feels appropriate for you.

Your 30-Minute Morning Practice

Arrive & Warm Up
Connect with your breath, mobilize your joints, and prepare your body to move.

Build Your Foundations
Explore stances, weight shifts, punches, blocks, and kicks with attention to balance and alignment.

Find Your Flow
Bring the movements together in rhythmic Kung Fu combinations. Practice at your own pace, with opportunities to add intensity as you feel ready.

Gather & Settle
Slow down, reconnect with your center, and carry that sense of presence into your day.

Meet Nina Crist

Nina Crist is a master martial artist and founder of the Embodied Alchemy Method, with nearly three decades of study, practice, and teaching.

Her experience spans Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Qigong, Karate, Aikido, and Chinese Yoga, and Jiu-Jitsu. She brings precise instruction, warmth, and a love of movement to her classes, helping students discover their strength and develop confidence in their practice.

Give Your Mornings a Little More Fire

Join me for three weeks of movement, connection, and the joy of practicing together.

Six live classes
November 17, 19, 24 & 26
December 1 & 3, 2026

Tuesdays & Thursdays
8:00–8:30 AM Eastern | Live on Zoom

Thanksgiving morning class is included—a little time for yourself before the celebrations begin.

$88 for the full series
$66 for active Embodied Alchemy members

**Members, your special price is a thank-you for your ongoing presence & devotion to our community.

All six recordings are yours to revisit, with lifetime access.

Join the Series — $88
Members Use Coupon Code to Join for — $66

Student Testimonials

Jaguar Path

“Nina's guidance builds in layers so every week you grow as a student. I can see improvements in my balance and my ability to slow the practice down every week bringing calmness and relaxation into my day! Nancy B”

Nancy B
Jaguar Path

“Nina’s Live Zoom classes are wonderful! She is a master at not only her craft, but also her genuine connection with each person in the class!! I have always felt seen, listened to, and enriched by the classes....I also love the ability to go back to the recordings:) Teresa W, Doctor”

Teresa W

Doctor
Jaguar Path

“Nina is a gifted teacher with passion for the practices she is sharing that shines through every word and movement. Each session with her generates expansive calm and quiet joy. I feel like I am ever more aligned with my true essence after working with her. Elizabeth B”

Elizabeth B
Jaguar Path

“Nina has a beautiful light that grows stronger when she teaches. It can be tough instructing students remotely -- but Nina does it with a quiet charisma and passion that makes the classes sparkle. That -- and her knowledge -- makes learning easy and meaningful. I really loved being part of this class, being able to ask questions and being able to revisit the lessons online. Thank you, Nina! Hillary F”

Hillary F
Jaguar Path

““Nina’s love for the martial arts is contagious. She makes learning feel inviting and joyful, and her encouragement leaves me excited to keep practicing and discover more.””

Tiffany M.

Marathon Runner
Jaguar Path

““There is something special about learning from someone who has lived these practices for so many years. Nina’s depth comes through in the smallest details, and her presence inspires me to explore what’s possible in my own practice.””

Darlene B.

Black Belt Karate
Jaguar Path

““Nina brings so much warmth and enthusiasm to her teaching. I leave class feeling uplifted, more connected to myself, and happy that I made the time to practice.””

Rhonda M.

Nurse
Jaguar Path

““Nina makes each movement easy to understand. Her clear guidance helps me build confidence, and I’m always surprised by how naturally the movements begin to come together.””

Kelly A.

Yoga Instructor

Make Space for Your Practice

Thirty minutes to move your body, engage your attention, and connect with your strength.

During a season when our schedules can fill quickly, this series offers a simple rhythm: two mornings a week, three weeks together, and a practice you can return to whenever you need it.

Come as you are. Let’s move.

Before We Begin

Do I need martial arts experience?
No. I’ll guide the movements step by step, with time to practice and become familiar with the combinations.

How intense will the classes be?
Expect a more energetic pace than our gentle Tai Chi classes. You can adjust your speed, keep kicks low, reduce your range of motion, and rest as needed.

What do I need?
Comfortable clothing, water, a reliable internet connection, and enough clear space to step and extend your arms and legs comfortably. No martial arts equipment is needed.

What if I miss a live class?
Every class will be recorded. Your registration includes lifetime access to all six recordings, so you can practice on your own schedule.

Will we meet on Thanksgiving?
Yes! Our November 26 class takes place at the usual time, 8:00–8:30 AM Eastern.

Is this included in my monthly membership?
This is a separate six-class series. Active Embodied Alchemy members receive the special price of $66; the non-member price is $88.

A Lifetime of Practice, Shared With You

Martial arts have shaped my life since I was seventeen. From student to assistant, teacher, and curriculum developer, I have spent decades exploring how these practices help us meet life with strength, awareness, and an open heart.

Embodied Alchemy grew from that devotion. Kung Fu Cardio is an opportunity for me to share more of the movement I love—and for us to discover what comes alive when we practice together.

I look forward to seeing you in class.