
Qigong & zen
Discover well-being and unlock the realm of ancient wisdom on a journey into oneself guided by Bharú.
With more than 20 years walking, practicing and sharing the spiritual path of Zen through Qigong, Meditation and Taichi; available for self-discovery, health and empowerment.
About Bharu
Welcome to the world of Bharu, where powerful Qigong, traditional martial arts, spirituality and the healing focus of Traditional Chinese Medicine converge.
Bharu (Juan Martín Torchiaro) is the founder of Aknanda Qigong Academy. With an international career, he has shared his experience in Argentina, Costa Rica, Italy, Thailand and Vietnam.
Bharu’s trainings include a wide range of disciplines, from traditional martial arts such as Wing Chun Kung Fu, Se chi she kong Kung Fu and Shaolin Kung Fu . Taichi, Medical Qigong and Taoist and Buddhist Qigong. Addition, Bharu has a solid training in Traditional Chinese Medicine, including acupuncture and shiatsu.
Currently, he acts as a teacher, therapist and speaker summoned by students of the Academy and also by organizations. Its work is carried out online, and direct transmission, mainly in his base home Nosara, Costa Rica.

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Bharu, I embrace ancient wisdom and its practical application for modern life. Explore my website for activities, students/patients testimonials, and insightful articles on well-being.
Zen Activities
Explore a world of Buddhist and Daoist wellness and personal growth at Bharu. Discover our diverse arts and activities designed to nourish your mind, body and spirit.
Qigong, Kung Fu, meditation, and Tai Chi, Zen activities designed to guide you towards well-being and balance. Embrace ancient practices to strengthen your body and mind.

Qigong
Cultivate Vital Energy and transform yourself
Immerse yourself in the art of Qigong, harnessing the flow of vital energy through meditative movements and postures. Experience tranquility and balance as you connect with your inner self.

Taichi
Embrace serenity and harmony through ancient martial arts
Build serenity, internal strength and harmony through the ancient daoist art of the Yin Yang.

Meditation
Journey to calmness and mental clarity
Open the gates of internal serenity, mindfulness and self-discovering. The nature of the mind, the stillness and the emptiness.

Kung Fu
Enhance your discipline by strengthening your physical development and willpower
Start your path in Kung Fu, where body, mind and spirit intertwine. Experience physical and mental transformation as you delve into this Traditional Martial Art.
Traditional Chinese Medicine and Therapies
Experience the power of harmonization and healing through our therapeutic sessions in Nosara, Costa Rica.
At Bharu, we offer a variety of therapies based on Traditional Oriental Medicine to help you achieve greater balance and well-being:

Acupuncture
By inserting needles into specific points on the body, energy flow is stimulated, and healing is promoted.

Shiatsu
Tension is relieved, and energetic balance is restored through the application of pressure on key points of the body.

Medical Qigong
Vital energy is restored, and health and healing are promoted through breathing, movement, and visualization techniques.
Our sessions are designed to adapt to your individual needs, providing a personalized and holistic approach. If you are seeking to harmonize your body, mind, and spirit, our therapies will provide comprehensive support.
To request a therapy session, don’t hesitate to contact us via WhatsApp, Instagram, or email. We’ll be delighted to guide you on your path to well-being.

Self-Discovery and Fulfillment: Find Your Balance and Harmony with Aknanda Qigong method.
Bharu, the founder and creator of Aknanda Qigong Academy, warmly invites you to explore a distinctive methodology.
This offers a profound opportunity to enhance your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through a range of offerings, including retreats, workshops, and teacher training.
What People and Our Students Say
About Bharu and Aknanda Qigong Academy
Discover the experiences of those who have been part of our community and how they have transformed their lives through our wellness practices.
EXCELLENT Based on 25 reviews Felipe Pantoja2023-06-20 Tuve la suerte de participar en The Tao of Surfing Retreat en La Negra Surf Hotel. Fue una experiencia increible, transformadora y mágica. Siendo un desconocedor del arte milenaria del Kung-Fu fui guiado por el Maestro Bahrú quien en sólo 7 días pudo entrenarme dirigidamente transformando radicalmente mi cuerpo físico, logrando mejorar la conexión corporal en los movimientos, el "fitness" y el "endurance". También Bahrú demostró su calidad de Maestro en la artes orientales ya que con sus acabados conocimientos y experiencia tuvo la generosidad y genialidad de compartir conmigo partes fundamentales de sus bases teóricas y filosóficas transmitiendo lo complejo de manera simple. Esto sumado al trabajo en la meditación le dió la escencia y la chispa al trabajo físico, mejorando el "awareness" y el control de la respiración y la mente. Este entrenamiento físico y mental se complementa de manera mágica con la practica del surf. Me dió la fuerza para la remada y la tranquilidad para estar en el line up conectado con mi cuerpo y en el momento presente. Gracias a este complemento y con la excelente guía del profesor de Surf Juan Carlos Rugama pude en este corto tiempo avanzar en el surf más que en todo el tiempo que llevo practicando, tomando olas y realizando maniobras con las que solo podía soñar. En resumen fue una experiencia maravillosa de la que me siento muy afortunado de haber vivido. Es un punto de inflexión tanto en el Surf cómo en la Vida. Es una experiencia intensa que hay que aprovechar poniendole entusiasmo y compromiso. Eternamente agradecido! 100% recomendado! Jamie Garner2023-05-04 I had a two year old knee injury that would flare up for several months at a time. Painful, stiff and swollen with limited mobility. Bharu FIXED IT with two acupuncture sessions!! I was amazed how much better it felt immediately after just the first session and I was 100% after the second, able to do yoga, surf etc. with no pain and full mobility - this was five months ago and I haven't had an issues since! Highly recommend!! lauren blake2023-04-19 I want to give 10 stars! This was a truly life changing experience for me! I did 3 private sessions while on vacation with my family and I left feeling so inspired and energized about what I had learned. Bharu taught me the basics of Qi Gong as I am a complete beginner. But more importantly he helped me understand meditation and embodiment in a way that has never been taught to me before. Since coming home I have been able to successfully implement a meditation practice that already feels so healing. I learned so much and am so inspired to continue practicing on my own and cannot wait to go back. Bharu is an incredibly patient, intuitive and wise teacher. I am so grateful to have had this experience. Gabriela Rojas2023-03-16 Asiste a una terapia de acupuntura porque tenía una fuerte contractura en la espalda. Había intentado todo, yoga, fisioterapia, medicamentos y nada parecía funcionar. La primera sesión con Baru logró rebajar el 50% del dolor que sentía y ya para la segunda sesión me sentí totalmente bien. Era mi experiencia con este tipo de terapia y quede súper satisfecha con el resultado. Gracias Baru por tu dedicación y magia. Sandra Staples2023-03-15 Thank you for an amazing introduction to QiGong. I will definitely be back for more Pam McCambridge2023-02-28 Bahru is excellent. On my recent visit to Nosara I had several QiGong classes and Acupuncture treatments. Bahru is super knowledgeable and experienced. He listens and genuinely cares about your experience. Highly recommend. ines gillo2023-01-24 I met Bharu in Playa Guiones, Nosara and had an acupuncture session because i had the worst neck pain after surfing. After the session the pain decreased a lot and after one day i was perfect and didn’t have any pain. 100% reccomend. Fer Paga2022-12-15 Con un año de muchísimo entrenamiento, me lesione el hombro. Busque varias alternativas para recuperarme pero fue inútil hasta que por recomendación conocí a bharu y con tan solo unas sesiónes de acupuntura.... Pude volver a entrenar en pocas semanas.. Excelente atención y demasiado profesional... Les puedo asegurar que sabe lo que hace.. Gracias bharu 🙏 Anna Durward2022-08-29 I had the pleasure of working with Bharú and Aknanda Healing for several acupuncture sessions and for 7 days for a private program. The private program focused on sitting meditation practice and Qigong. Bharù was very attuned to my needs at this transitional period in my life and designed a program that met my needs very well. I felt mental and physical shifts during and after the program. I had new level of clarity, focus, centering and mental and physical strength. I know this is only the beginning, and it takes great commitment but I am practicing still everyday. I think it is due to the program being designed to my specific needs, it was simple, deep, impactful and deeply connected to ancient wisdom. Aside from the practices, Bharú shared a lot of his Buddhist and Taoism teachings and wisdom, aswell which I loved. I am very grateful to have worked with Bharú and I can highly recommend him and his work. BrendaT2022-07-30 I traveled from Mexico to Nosara Costa Rica to take this training and it was the best decision I could have made. It was a full week of teachings. I am an amateur in Qi Gong and Aknanda gave me, not only the roots to start, but also the confidence and wisdom to continue with this discipline for a lifetime. Bharú is an excellent teacher, an excellent human being, and for those who seek professionalism, he is a teacher with years of experience in his art and in his heart, he is a great guide. Aknanda's values are impeccable in his teachings. They transmit the correct message of Qi Gong, Tao and Buddhism. All his students are really grateful and very touched by this course, looking forward to the next one. It was certainly one of the most beautiful experiences 🙏🏼.
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