A Winter Retreat of Rest, Renewal & Resilience, Honouring the Water Element
As the year draws inward and the stillness of winter settles in, join us for the final gathering in a seasonal series of Five Element retreats. These nourishing, mindful days offer space to move, breathe, and reconnect in rhythm with the turning year and the energy of the elements.
Our focus for this final retreat is the Water Element — the deep reservoir of life-force, rest, and wisdom. In traditional practice, this element relates to the kidneys, and the gentle cultivation of resilience in the face of fear, anxiety, and exhaustion.
Jing (Essence & Physical Vitality).
What to expect from the morning session:
Gentle joint-opening exercises to awaken and energise the body.
Foundation LifeForce Qigong movements to build strength and resilience.
Microcosmic Orbit breathing to cultivate inner harmony.
Patting and dredging techniques to clear and invigorate energy pathways.
Qi (Emotional Flow & Elemental Integration).
What to expect from the afternoon session:
The energetic body, working with the Five Element organs and taking time to focus on the Water Element.
Five Element organ activation - awaken and align all five 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.
Pedlars Central, The Walled Garden School, Castle Rise, Hawarden, Estate CH5 3NY
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Any questions please get in touch with us.
The day will be led by Ben Calder who has experience in practising Qigong for over 30yrs.
For more information contact Ben on 07748947131 or email ben@bencalder.co.uk
Livello: 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 on the Gladstone Estate.
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.
5 Element Seasonal Retreat Day
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-winter-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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