MOUNTAIN RETREAT

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Meeting Point

The Meeting Point is in Ubud at the designated location at 8.30am on Day 1 of your retreat. (Please arrange your own transport after the Retreat. First stop is the Hot Springs to purify your energy and prepare your mind and body for the retreat. (Have your swimwear and traveling towel handy). Then a delicious lunch at The Organic Farm & Cafe, before heading deeper into the mountains and checkin to the resort by 2pm. Your first class with British instructor Dave West is at 4pm.

Retreat Schedule

The retreat schedule, treks and hotel may change according to availability, dry/rainy season, and closure of national parks and private property. We always do our best to offer you the best option available.

• • 6am Qigong & Taichi Sunrise Group Class (optional)
  • 7am Free Yoga Class with Balinese teacher for all hotel guests (optional)
  • 7.30am Breakfast
  • 9 – 11.30am Qigong & Taichi Morning Group Class
  • 11.30am Forest Walk (optional)
  • 1pm Lunch
  • 2 – 4pm Rest – Solo Training & Written Assignment
  • 3.30 – 4pm Private Consultation 1-to-1 (optional)
  • 4 – 6pm Qigong & Taichi Afternoon Group Class
  • 7 pm Dinner
  • 9pm Rest – Solo Meditation (optional)

Retreat Topics

Tai Chi and Qi Gong have their roots in Tao philosophy and includes: Introduction to Taoist Healing Arts, Qi Gong Breathing Meditation, Qi Gong Energy Meditation, Qi Gong 8 Brocades, Qi Gong 5 Animals, Qi Gong 6 Healing Sounds, Forest Qi Gong, Forest Therapy, Tai Chi Walking Meditation, 4 Core Movements of Tai Chi, Yang Style Tai Chi 24 Forms and Tai Chi Pushing Hands. Theory includes 3 Principles of Yin and Yang, 5 Fundamentals of Qi Gong, and 10 Principles of Tai Chi Chuan. PDFs & Videos are included in the Retreat Price to support topics taught in class, and includes advanced philosophy and theory for further study at home.

Mountain Climate

• APRIL to OCTOBER ~ low rainfall ~ low humidity ~ temp 20-30’C
• NOVEMBER to MARCH ~ high rainfall ~ high humidity ~ temp 25-35’C

Forest Walks

Forest Walks take you through tropical rain forest and mountain paths to rivers, hot springs, lakes and waterfalls. The retreat offers 1 to 2 hours walking with shorter walks are also available for less able walkers. At selected natural beauty spots along the way we practice Tai Chi and Qi Gong to nourish ourselves with the abundant Qi of nature using gentle stretches, breathing exercises, and energy meditation. Walking in nature not only revitalizes the body and refreshes the mind, but also conditions the legs for Tai Chi and Qi Gong.

Hotel Accommodation

The mountain hotel accommodation is the perfect location for your Tai Chi Bali retreat due to its remoteness and natural healing energies from the forest and mountains. This 3-4 star accommodation is nestled in the north west of Bali near Munduk Village, surrounded by gorgeous views of Mt. Batukaru the second highest in Bali. The general area is 2 hours northwest of Ubud and 3 hours from the International Airport, at an altitude of 1000 meters. This peaceful resort offers a combination of luxury modern comforts, friendly service, scenic views of the mountains, and surrounded by coffee & clove plantations. The rooms are very comfortable and clean with all the modern comforts you expect at a 4 star resort. Also included with the room is free wifi, large fridge, tea & coffee, drinking water & a hearty breakfast.

Hotel Restaurant

The hotel restaurant offers a choice of International, Indonesian, Balinese and Chinese cuisine at reasonable prices, mostly non-vegetarian. Upon arrival special meal requests may be given to the Hotel Manager and are subject to availability.

Hotel Breakfast

Every morning a hearty mountain breakfast is provided by the hotel which is included in the Retreat Price. For special diets, additional groceries can be purchased at your own expense at the Meeting Point on the first day, and can be stored in your hotel room fridge for breakfast, lunches and dinner.

Lunch & Dinner

Lunch & dinner are not included in the price and will be charged in addition at menu price by the hotel upon departure. You will need to bring enough money for 2 meals/day (USD10-20/day). Hotel Restaurant prices are inexpensive and the food is delicious. Several other inexpensive restaurants are located nearby in the village of Munduk and Banyuwatis a short drive from the hotel

Internet

Wifi username and password are available on request at the hotel Reception. The signal is available in the rooms but usually strongest in the restaurant.

What To Bring

• Comfortable Clothes
• Sports Shoes
• Light Long Trousers
• Light Long Sleeve Sweater
• Swimwear & Travel Towel
• Water bottle
• Aromatherapy Mosquito Repellent
• Flashlight
• Light Raincoat (rainy season only Nov-March)
• Umbrella (rainy season only Nov-March)

What Not To Bring

• A retreat is a safe space where you can experience complete renewal and gain a high level of self-knowledge through study, practice and meditation. It is the perfect setting for a profound self-realization & reflection.
• You are encouraged to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and refresh your whole being with mountain Qi.
• For deep healing it’s recommended to take a break from phones, laptops and TV.
• If you do bring your phone or laptop on retreat then you must leave it in your room. Do not bring to classes.
• It is not advised to continue full time online employment during these retreats. 
• Narcotics are illegal in Indonesia and are not permitted on retreats and courses.
• Most important is that you relax, practice, and enjoy this special time in the mountains!

Code of Conduct

• Protect and preserve the natural world.
• Respect the local culture and tradition.
• Practice together in friendship and harmony.
• Work hard to improve your skills.
• Cultivate unity, wisdom and compassion.
• Please take all your rubbish back to the hotel for disposal.
• Please arrive at least 5 minutes early for all classes and walks.
• Phones & all internet devices are not permitted in classes.  
• To reduce electromagnetic radiation do not bring your phone to classes.
• Smoking is not permitted for the full duration on all courses and retreats.
• Alcohol is not permitted during classes. 
• Participants who repeatedly disturb the healing tranquility of the retreat will be asked to leave.

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