About
Urban Monks is a sanctuary for growth and transformation. At our school, deep expertise, decades of experience, and a true passion for Qigong, Eastern wisdom, and personal and spiritual development come together to create a space for profound self-cultivation and empowerment.
Jérome Lesquillier
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Qigong teacher & Meditation teacher
Psycho-somatic therapist | Hypnotherapist | Mindfulness Trainer | Medical Qigong therapist
​Jérome’s journey through body, mind and spirit began at a young age with the Eastern martial art of East Javanese Pencak Silat. His spiritual journey led him to the rich and living traditions of Eastern mysticism. He felt a deep connection to both the devotional path and the path of awareness. It was on the devotional path, however, that he found his true calling. He met his spiritual guide and now for years actively walks this path with purpose and devotion. Jerome's inner journey and spiritual growth have been further shaped through the study and practice of Eastern spirituality, including various meditation traditions and Qigong systems such as Medical Qigong, Buddhist Qigong, and Daoist Qigong. Jérome is also trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine. To complement his Eastern studies, Jérome also pursued training in Western health sciences, psychotherapeutic work, focusing on mindfulness based and body-oriented psychotherapeutic approaches. Through his refined practice of Qigong and meditation, he understands the layers of the psyche and the complex interplay between body and mind. In addition to his role as a teacher and therapist, Jérome works as a counselor, guiding individuals toward their growth potential.
Marta Anula Diniz Fragoso
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Retreat organisation | Nature guide | Soul cooking services
Keeper of mother nature. Passionately raising awareness towards the natural environment. Mastering the art of medicinal soul food cooking.​​​​
Unice Jankoeso
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Event and Retreat Facilitator​
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Clairsentient and fully mastering the art of space holding. A compassionate and loving guide to others in their transformation and healing processes.​​​​​​​
At it's core,
everything is
spirit.
Our Mission
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At Urban Monks, our mission is to guide individuals on a transformative journey of reconnection. In today’s fast-paced world, many forms of connection are being lost—the connection between mind and body, heart and spirit, the authentic bond between people, and our deep relationship with the natural environment and the vast universe around us.
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Rooted in ancient wisdom yet profoundly relevant to modern life, we strive to create a space where personal growth, health, and inner harmony can flourish. Through the transformative practice of Qigong, we empower individuals to reconnect with themselves and the world, nurturing these essential connections to cultivate balance, vitality, and harmony.
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By rediscovering these connections, individuals can live more fully, with greater awareness, resilience, and compassion, creating a ripple effect that brings harmony to their personal lives and the world around them.
