Upcoming Retreats and Workshops
2024 Retreats and Workshops
WUDANG HUN YUAN (PRIMODIAL) QIGONG WORKSHOP
April 13, 2024 9am-1pm $75
Join Rich Marantz of Green Mountain T’ai Chi for a day of Qigong. Participants will learn the Wudang Hun Yuan (Primordial) Qigong method. The 12 standing, gentle movements of this form are simple to learn. With practice, this form cultivates balance and inner harmony, improved health, and a return to stillness. Participants will learn this form in detail and be able to practice on their own after the workshop.
Participants will also explore the 8 Extraordinary Vessels. Within the 8 extraordinary vessels flows our original source qi. They connect with the 12 organ meridians and are the root of our energetic system. Participants will obtain an understanding of the 8 extraordinary vessels through lecture and guided meditation.
This workshop is open to everyone from beginners to advanced students.
To register or for more info: Contact Rich Marantz 802-645-1960 or taichi_rich@comcast.net
T’AI CHI AND TEA RETREAT
June 21-23, 2024, Sept. 27-29, 2024
Join Rich Marantz of Green Mountain T’ai Chi and Daoist Teacher and Tea Master, Lauryn Axelrod (Li Guang Ming), for a restorative weekend of T’ai Chi, Qigong, Daoyin (Daoist Stretching), Meditation, forest walking, Tea Ceremony and Taoist wisdom. Sharing the traditions and teachings of Wudang and Quanzhen masters, this weekend will introduce you to the ancient holistic wellness practices and philosophical principles of Daoism. Whether you are new to T’ai Chi or Qigong or a seasoned practitioner, this retreat is an opportunity to learn and practice with others in the beauty of Vermont’s Green Mountains.
Retreat begins Friday evening at 6 and ends by 5 on Sunday. Each day will include T’ai Chi, Qigong, Daoyin, Meditation, time in the forest, healthy, farm-grown vegetarian food, Daoist teachings and tea.
Local option (no overnight lodging or breakfast) $250
Overnight option (includes 2 nights on the farm and all meals from Friday night through Sunday lunch) $400
Camping option, includes all meals. $300
Accommodations in barn rooms and cabins, single or double. If staying on the farm, bedding is included. Bring towel.
FOUNDATIONS OF DAOIST PRACTICE RETREAT
May 10-12, 2024, September 20-22, 2024
The Daoist Foundation offers the Foundations of Daoist Practice Retreat, facilitated by Louis Komjathy and Kate Townsend, the founding Co-directors and senior teachers of the Foundation.
This weekend retreat assists individuals in developing and strengthening an authentic root in tradition-based Daoist practice-realization, including fundamental Daoist approaches, practices, principles, and views. The retreat features morning and evening communal Quiet Sitting 靜坐 meditation, standing meditation and basic Yǎngshēng 養生 (Nourishing Life) practice, Lùndào 論道 talks, Scripture Study 經學, as well as communal vegetarian meals and nature walks.
For more information and to register, please visit the Daoist Foundation
PRIVATE RETREAT WEEKS
June 24-30, August 26-September 2, 2024
Come to the farm for a private spiritual or creative retreat. During Retreat Weeks, all facilities of the farm are open to you. Take the time for meditation, yoga, qigong, T’ai Chi, walking in the forest, swimming in the river, quiet reading, art making or whatever else you need to fill your spirit.
During your stay, there may be additional daily offerings such as group meditation or yanghseng/qigong practice, river trips, hikes, and tea, which you can attend or not. If requested, private spiritual counseling or direction will be available through Three Mountains or The Daoist Foundation for an extra donation-based fee.
Retreat attendees can choose a barn room or cabin, and will have access to the communal kitchen. Coffee and tea will be provided, as well as some other staples, but attendees will be responsible for their own food. You can stay for the whole week or just a portion of it.
This is time for YOU. There may be other Retreat participants, but you can choose if you want to interact or not.
FEE: $80/day or $500/week, includes single room, access to all facilities and kitchen, daily optional offerings.
For more information and to register