Qigong & Tai Chi Retreat Day

11am-3pm £45 lunch included. Trimingham Hall, Norfolk.

11-12.30 Gentle Qigong practice with Chen warm up stretches to engage the mind and body. Stella will walk you through Shibashi Qigong set (18 mindful movements for balance), as well as new Qigong moves to connect with this practice and your body on a deeper level. We will also touch on the philosophy behind Qigong more, and discover a new world of Qi flow! This is a chance for regular Qigong members to go deeper, as well as beginners to explore this beautiful Eastern approach.

12.30-1.30 Nourishing lunch provided and time to reflect and practice your Qigong moves in nature. Please inform Stella of any dietary requirements. You are welcome to bring your own lunch of you'd prefer. Herbal teas provided throughout the day. 

1.30-3 Chen Tai Chi introduction with Geoff, a local teacher and long term Chen style student (in Tai Chi we are all students...even the Chen Masters). Geoff will take you through a silk reeling workshop, covering traditional form and gentle movements, that encapsulate the essence of Tai Chi philosophy. Understanding the art of silk reeling will help you connect with Tai Chi and grasp how to move your body in a new way, whilst in a state of mindfulness.  We will close the day with a Tai Chi demo from Geoff to inspire our own practice.

Who is this for?

Beginners are welcome to attend as the day will be suitable for those who have never tried Tai Chi before. The Qigong morning can be done seated, however the silk reeling workshop engages leg movement more. With this energy practice there is always a benefit even if a health condition or disability restricts movement. We can make possible adjustment for anyone who would remain seated throughout.

This day is a great opportunity for those already practising to find a new level in their Qigong Tai Chi journey. Qigong is such a gentle and accessible practice, and the longer you do it the more aware you become of how deep it can go. Let's explore and unravel Qigong and Tai Chi together, in a supportive and relaxing environment.