NeiGong Retreat, January 19-25, Coromandel, New Zealand
$1,200.00 - $1,500.00
The (Lower) DanTian 丹田, “Elixir Field” is the main energetic center in the body where Qi is gathered, generated & refined.
Contrary to popular contemporary QiGong belief, the DanTian is not inherently strong within us. We must spend time - with the right methods - in order to "wake up" and re-form the Yin Field of the DanTian.
Once the Dan Tian is strong and active, it begins to radiate through the body. This supports everything that follows in the Nei Gong process. It allows the Qi to sink and circulate, supports the opening of the channels, and eventually becomes the base from which spirit (Shen) is cultivated. Without a functional Dan Tian, deeper alchemical work is not possible.
Spending time on cultivating the DanTian is also great for mental and physical wellbeing, restoring and recharging the body with Qi !
NeiGong Foundations
December 6, 2025, 9.30am - 4.30 pm, Mt Eden Village Centre, Auckland
ABOUT THE EVENT
內功 NeiGong, or the "Internal Arts" is about building Qi ( 氣 Chi/Energy ) & using the Qi as a bridge to cross deeper within. NeiGong is the journey inwards. NeiGong initiates an energetic process which has a great effect on our physical and mental health.. but goes much deeper.
* NeiGong refers to a journey inwards, QiGong are the tools/practices for the journey, Qi is the fuel for the tools
EVENT TOPICS
- Body opening and conditioning exercises
- Anchoring the breath practice
- Wuji stance
- DanTianGong practice
WHO CAN COME
Everybody is welcome to join the workshop, however there are a few exceptions.
Exceptions: being pregnant, under 16 y/o and for those with a diagnosed mental health condition, please contact us.
Expect mild discomfort from training - it takes a bit of effort to open the body :) not all QiGong is soft and comfy, but by the end of the day you should feel energised and motivated! If you have any specific injuries or ailments, postures can be modified.
WHAT TO BRING
- Comfortable clothing
- Comfortable shoes
- Water bottle
- Notebook and pen
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS
The teachers of this workshop are Kate and Henri, both dedicated students of Qigong, Neigong, Taiji, Chinese Medicine & the related arts and have trained with many teachers around the world. Currently Henri & Kate spend 6 months per year studying in person with the head of the Lotus Neigong lineage, Damo Mitchell, in Indonesia, and are the Lotus NeiGong school representatives for New Zealand and Australia. The curriculum of this workshop is from Lotus NeiGong.
More info about Kate and Henri : www.cloudwanderers.com
More about Lotus Neigong: www.lotusneigong.com