- QI GONG RETREAT -
for Health, Vitality & Wellbeing
3-6 June 2022 with Hedwig Bakker
Qi Gong (pronounced chi kung) is an ancient Chinese practice of gentle movement, breathing exercises, standing postures and meditation to work skillfully with your life force energy, with the internal power that animates all physical functions, your emotions and your mind.
Becoming expert at working with your own internal energy gives you the resources to have choices and to manifest the kind of day, and the kind of life that you want to have.
Regular Qi Gong practice has many physical, emotional, and mental benefits such as: better health, increased vitality, less stress-more relaxation, balanced emotions & nervous system, feeling energized & inspired, calm & clarity of mind, connection with nature & with others, finding meaning & purpose.
Qi Gong is easy to learn and enjoyable to do. The movements are slow, flowing, rhythmic, accessible, and practical. Even after a short amount of practice, you can already feel the benefits.
What to expect
-Teachings, movement practice & meditation
-Learn the basics of Qi Gong, the 5 Elements Theory, the 7 Principles of Practice & what supports our aliveness
-Experience the wonderful benefits of these gentle yet powerful exercises
-Bring home some effective tools for health, vitality, well-being, relaxation and inner calm
This workshop is suitable for anyone interested in learning the beauty, effectiveness, simplicity and power of Qi Gong. No previous experience required.
For those who are new to this natural practice it will be a wonderful introduction & exploration. For those familiar with the practice it can be very inspiring to learn new exercises and experience the joy of practicing together with others.
Everyone can benefit from the many resources that Qi Gong provides regardless of age, ability,
belief system or life circumstances – Lee Holden
Retreat Schedule:
Friday 3 June
6 pm: Dinner
7.15pm: Welcome, Introduction to the Retreat, Qi Gong Practice
Saturday & Sunday 4 & 5 June:
7-7.45am: Morning Practice
7.45-9am: Breakfast
9-10.30am: Sitting Meditation & Walking Meditation
10.30-11am: Break
11-12.30pm: Qi Gong Practice
12.30pm: Lunch
2-3.30pm: Sitting Meditation & Walking Meditation
3.30-4pm: Break
4-5.30pm: Qi Gong Practice
6 pm: Dinner
7.15pm: Evening Practice
Monday 6 June:
7-7.45 am Morning Practice
7.45am: Breakfast
9-10.30am: Qi Gong Practice
10.30-11am: Break
11-12.30pm: Concluding Practices
12.30pm: Lunch & Farewell
About the Teacher, Hedwig Bakker
Hedwig has been practicing meditation since 2000 and has completed many individual and group retreats. She has been leading meditation classes, courses and retreats since 2004 in India, Nepal, the Netherlands and New Zealand.
She also is a certified Holden Qi Gong teacher and these many years of personal practice and leading retreats and courses have resulted in a richness of experience and a genuine joy in sharing, guiding and leading others in meditation practice.
Hedwig’s courses and classes are universal and suitable for people from all walks of life. Her approach is joyful, gentle, practical, down to earth, and with a sense of lightness and humour.
Your investment for this retreat is… $285
This covers the centre’s facility fee and fully catered, healthy vegetarian meals (vegan/gluten free options are available).
Add Accommodation
Accommodation is available at the Centre at an additional cost. When making your booking or booking enquiry, please let us know the type of accommodation you prefer and we will get back to you. (Please note that accommodation for group retreats cannot be booked directly through the online booking system on our Accommodation page.)
Accommodation prices per night
Camping per person (unpowered) $20
Dormitory per person (shared toilet facilities) $38
Single room (shared toilet facilities) $60-$65
Rustic single hut (shared toilet facilities) $65
Single cabin (self-contained) $110
Double room (shared toilet facilities) $86 (for 2)
Double cabin (self- contained) $120-$150 (for 2)
Triple room $104 (for 3)
