YEAR OF THE WOOD DRAGON

Qigong Retreat

DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMED.

Are you suffering but don’t know why or what to do about it?

Qigong is a gentle yet effective way to approach health and behaviours.

Qigong practice has a way of untangling the system, enabling distance from the issues.

With a new perspective, patterns have the potential to rewire.

2024 is the year of the Dragon in Chinese zodiac and coincides with the wood element.

A very powerful combination for change and transformation.

 This retreat will focus on various dragon qigong forms to help harness this energy and kick start our own life changes.

If there was ever a time of support from the universe to create new - this year is it.

Let’s co-create magic together!

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Qigong & Meditation

    Qigong is a gentle physical practice with wonderful healing potential. Several session's scheduled over the weekend will focus on the dragon forms to celebrate the Luna Year. A special focus on the spine will build strength and flexibility while easing injuries and tightness throughout the body.

    The accompanying quiet sitting practice of meditation to end the sessions balance the moving practices and allows the benefits to settle.

    for more information on qigong read here

  • Food as Medicine

    Drawing upon the Chinese medicine perspective of qi energetics, all dishes will be delicious vegetarian meals, designed for optimal digestion and energy enhancing.

    You’ll feel beautiful from the inside out.

    A seminar with a focus on food and nourishing ourselves will be scheduled into the retreat, imparting ideas and knowledge of what kinds of foods are helpful for your whole self. You’ll take away written information to assist your ability to implement these ideas straight away.

  • Tea & Ceremony

    In celebration of emerald greens we’ll enjoy high quality Japanese green teas and an autumn range of Chinese oolong tea to assist clarity and energy over the weekend.

    We’ll incorporate local herbs and how to use them in teas and explore how to integrate tea as healing and ceremony into your day, if you aren’t already.

  • Stunning surrounds

    At Bonnie Doon Retreat you’ll feel the crisp fresh air, high above sea level with 360 views of Lake Eildon and surrounds. Lush and stunning, to rest and regenerate. The perfect environment for creating space within.

  • Lake Swimming

    Dragons are protectors of the waterways, the land and the skies.

    A few minutes drive to Lake Eildon, we’ll take refreshing morning dips, with water front qigong practice.

  • Spa under the stars

    The outdoor spa is next level luxury.

    Allow your body to rest in warm massaging jets under the stars to send you to sleep in heaven.

Frequently asked questions

  • This retreat will cover all the basics. You do not need to be experienced. Bring an open mind, interested in learning.

  • Then this retreat is for you. Qigong is completely adaptable to your situation. It can be practiced sitting or laying as well as standing and walking. We do not force any movement that your body finds difficult. We cultivate active listening to our body and are grounded by the precept, be gentle, kind and patient with yourself.

  • Please get in touch to discuss the details of your situation. We will accomodate where possible.

  • Then this will be an adventure. We have limited spaces to keep the group intimate and not overwhelming. This will encourage people to be sensitive and respectful to each other and each person’s needs.

  • Towel and bathers for the spa and lake swims.

    A shawl &/or light blanket.

    A curious and open mind.

  • Warm & comfortable clothes

    Walking shoes

    Thongs or slides - easy on/off footwear

  • Shower towels & bedding

    All meals including snacks and drinks

    Notebooks and pens

  • Best way to travel is by car. If you need a car share please get in touch and we can organise for you.