TEACHER TRAINING
21 Day Mountain Retreat TTC in Bali
Teaching Taichi & Qigong is a great way to help make a difference in other people’s lives while keeping yourself healthy & relaxed. Teacher Training Courses are held at our Mountain Retreat location in Munduk North Bali for small groups max.8 students. For certification we offer 21 day courses in 2 levels of training, designed for short term students who can not stay in Bali for the full 200 hours 6 weeks course. Everyone can join Level 1 Foundation Course including Beginner & Intermediate Students. Level 2 Certification Course is for Advanced Students only and those who have completed Level 1.
* Level 1 – TTC1 – Foundation Course – There is no certification for this course.
* Level 2 – TTC2 – Certification Course – Teacher Training Certification requires completion of both Level 1 & 2.
* Level 3 ATTC3 – Advanced Teacher Training Master Course (Spiritual Qigong) is only available to advanced students and Certified Taichi & Qigong Teachers.
07 to 27 SEPTEMBER 2025
FOUNDATION COURSE
TTC 1 – 100 HOURS
21 Day Mountain Retreat for Beginner & Intermediate Students, no previous experience required. Includes fundamental Taijiquan & Qigong training, Body Breath Mind Qi Spirit training, Yang Style 4 Core Movements, White Crane Taijiqigong, Taoist Energy Meditation
05 to 25 OCTOBER 2025
* CERTIFICATION COURSE *
TTC 2 – 100 HOURS
21 Day Mountain Retreat for Advanced Students who have successfully completed TTC1. Includes Advanced Taijiquan & Qigong training, Taijiquan 24 Forms & Pushing Hands, Advanced Taoist Breathing & Energy Meditation, Spiritual Qigong
08 to 28 FEBRUARY 2026
FOUNDATION COURSE
TTC 1 – 100 HOURS
21 Day Mountain Retreat for Beginner & Intermediate Students, no previous experience required. Includes fundamental Taijiquan & Qigong training, Body Breath Mind Qi Spirit training, Yang Style 4 Core Movements, White Crane Taijiqigong, Taoist Energy Meditation
08 to 28 MARCH 2026
* CERTIFICATION COURSE *
TTC 2 – 100 HOURS
21 Day Mountain Retreat for Advanced Students who have successfully completed TTC 1. Includes Advanced Taijiquan & Qigong training, Taijiquan 24 Forms & Pushing Hands, Advanced Taoist Breathing & Energy Meditation, Spiritual Qigong
* Instructor Certification requires completion of both TTC1 & TTC2. There is no certification for the Foundation Course TTC1.
* 5% discount when you pay for both TTC1 & TTC2 at the same time
EURO 2250 for 1 person private room
EURO 4000 for couples sharing 1 room
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* Please note: There is no certificate for TTC1 only. On completion of both TTC1 & TTC2 successful students will be awarded the 200 Hours Taichi & Qigong Teacher Training Certificate. We highly recommend you take TTC1 first and then return 6 to 12 months later to take TTC2 to complete your certification. This will give time for your practice to mature before you start teaching. TTC3 – Advanced Masters Course is only available if you have completed TTC1 & TTC2 or you are a Certified Taichi & Qigong Teacher.
21 Day Mountain Retreat TTC1
TEACHER TRAINING LEVEL 1
FOUNDATION COURSE
1 person private room EURO 2250
2 people sharing EURO 4000
- Everyone can join this course including Beginner & Intermediate Students. It is the requirement to take TTC2 for Certification
- Taichi & Qigong Training in the Mountains of North Bali
- 100 Hours Teacher Training Course 1 Foundation Course
- Counts as 50% of the 200 Hours Taichi & Qigong Teacher Training Certification Course. No Certification for this course
- 60 Group Classes with Instructor Dave West
- 2 x 2.5hrs Qigong & Taichi Classes per day 9am & 4pm
- Sunrise Qigong 6am Class with Dave West (optional)
- Morning Yoga 7am Class with Balinese teacher ~ Free for all Hotel Guests (optional)
- Includes Forest Walks in the Mountains to Hot Springs, Lakes & Waterfalls
- 21 days/20 nights 3 star hotel accommodation at Villa Ipsa Resort w/Breakfast
- Lunch & dinner not included (approx USD10-20/day)
- Transport from the Meeting Point on Day 1 in Ubud 8.30am
- Advanced payment required
- 5% discount when you pay for TTC1 & TTC2 at the same time
- For Private Course please Email your preferred dates Contact us
21 Day Mountain Retreat TTC2
TEACHER TRAINING LEVEL 2
CERTIFICATION COURSE
1 person private room EURO 2250
2 people sharing EURO 4000
- TTC2 Certification Course is for Advanced Students only and those who have completed TTC1
- Taichi & Qigong Training in the Mountains of North Bali
- 100 Hours Teacher Training Certification Course
- Counts as 50% of the 200 Hours Taichi & Qigong Teacher Training Certification Course
- 60 Group Classes with Instructor Dave West
- 2 x 2.5hrs Qigong & Taichi Classes per day 9am & 4pm
- Sunrise Qigong 6am Class with Dave West (optional)
- Morning Yoga 7am Class with Balinese teacher ~ Free for all Hotel Guests (optional)
- Includes Forest Walks in the Mountains to Hot Springs, Lakes & Waterfalls
- 21 days/20 nights 3 star hotel accommodation at Villa Ipsa Resort w/Breakfast
- Lunch & dinner not included (approx USD10-20/day)
- Transport from the Meeting Point on Day 1 in Ubud 8.30am
- Advanced payment required
- 5% discount when you pay for TTC1 & TTC2 at the same time
- For Private Course please Email your preferred dates
TTC Retreat Schedule
- Classes are Monday to Friday
- No classes on Saturdays & Sundays
- 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 – 6.30pm Qigong & Taichi Afternoon Group Class
- 7pm Dinner
- 9pm Rest – Solo Meditation (optional)
TTC Requirements for Certification
- Full certification requires completion of TTC1 & TTC2
- All students are required to behave in a professional manor
- Attend all classes on time Monday to Friday
- 9 – 11.30am & 4 – 6.30pm
- Practice 1 hour Solo Training per day
- Complete the written assignment on time
- Teach one class per week (30 mins)
- Phones & all internet devices are not permitted during classes
- Smoking is not allowed anywhere on all retreats & courses.
- Please read https://taichibali.com/terms-conditions/
Teacher Training Course 1& 2
Medical research supporting the health benefits of Tai Chi and Qi Gong has greatly fanned it’s popularity. A new generation of instructors, armed with both practical and professional skills, is needed to teach this art to an increasingly diverse population. High quality courses are required for new instructors wanting to develop their Tai Chi and Qi Gong teaching skills and for seasoned teachers wanting to deepen their craft.
Mastering Tai Chi and Qi Gong takes many years of training, patience and effort, leading to profound wisdom and spiritual growth, and what the ancient masters refer to as ‘Te’ – virtues attained by living in harmony with the ‘Tao’ ( ‘Tao Te Ching’ – The Natural Way and its Virtues). The purpose of certification is to ensure that all students have attained the virtue, skill and knowledge necessary to practice all course elements safely and effectively, and carry forward the great traditions of Tai Chi Chuan and Qi Gong with modesty and respect.
Our Teacher Training Courses offer an in-depth study of Yang Style Taichi Chuan, Health Qigong and an introduction to Spiritual Qigong. Training focuses on safe and effective teaching methods based on Taoist Healing Arts and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
* Please note: There is no certificate for TTC1 only. On completion of both Teacher Training Courses 1 & 2 successful students will be awarded the 200 Hours Taichi & Qigong Teacher Training Certificate. We highly recommend you take TTC1 first and then return 6 to 12 months later to take TTC2 to complete your certification. This will give time for your practice to mature before you start teaching. You can also send us an email with your preferred dates if you would like a Private Teacher Training Course 1-to-1 with instructor Dave West.
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 – 6.30pm Qigong & Taichi Afternoon Group Class
- 7pm 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
Our retreats encourage you to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and refresh your whole being with mountain Qi. It is a safe space where you can experience complete relaxation and gain a high level of self-knowledge through study, practice and meditation. It is the perfect setting for profound self-realization & reflection.
- For deep healing it is therefore 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.
- See https://taichibali.com/terms-conditions/
Goals of Practice
Medical research supporting the health benefits of Taichi and Qigong has greatly fanned it’s popularity. A new generation of instructors, armed with both practical and professional skills, is needed to teach this art to an increasingly diverse population. High quality courses are required for new instructors wanting to develop their Taichi and Qigong teaching skills and for seasoned teachers wanting to deepen their craft. Mastering Taichi and Qigong takes many years of training, patience and effort, leading to profound wisdom and spiritual growth, and what the masters refer to as ‘Te’ – virtues attained by living in harmony with the Tao.
- To teach beginners to open their heart and minds to the beauty and healing power of nature
Sickness is the disruption in the flow of energy between humans and nature. As you strengthen your connection with the natural world, your sense of beauty, wonder, awe and curiosity is restored and your brain and nervous system are calmed. Stress levels are lowered and the immune system is boosted. The medicine of nature is the antidote to our modern stressful lifestyles.
- To teach beginners to feel their qi
Beginners usually do not have even the slightest concept of qi. Our courses gradually give you an understanding of qi through feeling and experience. This kind of knowledge is necessary for any kind of advancement in Qi Gong and Tai Chi Chuan. For this reason, beginners are usually taught some of the many simple Wai Dan forms.
- To teach beginners to regulate the body, breathing, and mind
Once you have grasped the idea of qi, you then start to learn to regulate your body. This includes how to relax the body from the skin to as deep as the internal organs and bone marrow. Through this relaxation you are able to feel and sense your center, balance, and root. You must also learn to regulate your breathing—normal abdominal breathing for relaxation and reverse abdominal breathing for qi expansion and condensation. Most important of all, you must learn to regulate your mind until it can be calm and concentrated without disturbance. All of these criteria are the critical keys to the correct practice of Qi Gong and Tai Chi Chuan. If you start learning the sequence without having already done this basic training, you will be preoccupied with the complicated movements and will only be able to perform them in a superficial way.
- To teach beginners to use their mind to lead the qi efficiently
Once you have regulated your body, breathing, and mind, you will then be able to use your concentrated mind to lead the qi to circulate smoothly and effectively.
- To teach practitioners to circulate qi in the twelve primary qi channels and fill up the two main qi vessels
If you are able to use your mind to lead the qi efficiently, you have completed the basic training. This is then the time for forms or sequence training. In addition, you should continue your Qi Gong and Tai Chi Chuan training and learn to build up your concentration to a higher level and, consequently, build your qi to a higher level. In addition, you should also learn to increase the qi in the two main vessels—the yin conception vessel and the yang governing vessel. Still meditation is normally used for this.
- To teach practitioners to expand their qi to the surface of the skin and to condense the qi to the bone marrow
When the body’s qi has been built to a higher level, you then start learning to lead the qi to the skin to increase the skin’s sensitivity and into the bones to nourish the marrow.
- To teach practitioners to use the qi to energize the muscles for maximum jin manifestation
When you are able to lead the qi to the skin and condense it to the marrow efficiently, you can then use this qi to energize the muscles to a high level. This is the secret to internal jin. Internal jin is the foundation and root of external jin.
- To lead advanced practitioners into the domain of spiritual cultivation
The ultimate goal of Qi Gong and Tai Chi Chuan practice is to lead you into the domain of emptiness, where your whole being is in the no-extremity (wuji) state. When you have reached this goal, the qi in your body and the qi in nature will unite and become one, and all human desires will gradually disappear.
