LifeForce Qigong late Summer Retreat Day - Embracing the Earth Element Spirit
Join us for a nourishing day of mindful movement in the serene surroundings of The Walled Garden, North Wales, part of Hawarden Estate. This retreat is part of a 5-Element seasonal series, helping us attune to the natural rhythms of life and align with the changing energy of the seasons.
This summer, we embrace the Fire Element, strengthening Heart energy and releasing arrogance and jealousy, allowing us to cultivate love, joy, and deeper emotional harmony. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to Qigong (pronounced Chee Gong), this day offers valuable tools for balance, vitality, and self-discovery.
Jing (Essence & Physical Vitality).
What to expect from the morning session:
Gentle joint-opening & spine-loosening exercises. Feel your physical heart.
Foundational LifeForce Qigong alignment and movements to strengthen and energise.
Embryonic breathing for internal peace, balance and energy cultivation.
Patting and dredging techniques to invigorate energy pathways.
Qi (Emotional Flow & Elemental Integration).
What to expect from the afternoon session:
Fire Element Spirit practice to nurture Heart energy
5 Element organ activation - awaken and align all 5 elements
Guided meditations for emotional healing and integration
Outdoor practice (weather permitting) to connect with nature
A delicious light lunch from Hawarden Estate Farm Shop will be served, utilising fresh, seasonal ingredients to nourish the body and support our practice.
This day is open to all. No experience necessary, just a willingness to move, breathe, and be present.
What to bring:
Wear comfortable, layered clothing to accommodate temperature changes
What you will take away:
Reconnect with yourself, the season, and the energy of nature in this unique seasonal Qigong retreat day.
All equipment, food and and drink throughout the day is provided.
This workshop will be hosted within the beautiful Conservatory space of the Walled Garden School on the Gladstone Estate, Hawarden
Led by Ben Calder, an experienced Qigong practitioner with over 30 years of experience helping people reconnect to their own vitality and peace.
This event will take place in The Conservatory or the Walled Garden School
Pedlars Central, The Walled Garden School, Castle Rise, Hawarden, Estate CH5 3NY
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🌱 Book your place and embrace the season’s vitality!
📞 Questions? Call Ben on 07748 947131 or email ben@bencalder.co.uk
Level: All level
What to bring:
Wear comfortable, layered clothing to accommodate temperature changes
What you will take away:
Reconnect with yourself, the season, and the energy of nature in this unique seasonal Qigong retreat day.
All equipment, food and and drink throughout the day is provided.
This workshop will be hosted within the beautiful Conservatory space of the Walled Garden School.
Pedlars Central, The Walled Garden School, Castle Rise, Hawarden, Estate CH5 3NY
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ti4abBRd9d6wayaR8
https://w3w.co/decanter.award.fallen
Integral Health cannot take liability for your practising, so please be careful and gentle and contact your doctor if you have any concerns prior to practising.
Seasonal Qigong Retreat Day Ticket
This ticket marks your interest in the 5 Element Retreat Day at the Walled Garden School with Ben Calder You must go to https://www.thewalledgardenschool.co.uk/events/lifeforce-qigong-with-ben-calder-late-summer-2026 To book your ticket and reserve a place. If you do not use this booking link, you will not have a place on this event.
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The Walled Garden School
Pedlars Central, The Walled Garden School Castle Rise
Hawarden
Estate
CH5 3NY
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