Tai Chi Retreat Course Book
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. This book is created with love and distributed free. TAI CHI DANCEIt isOF meant THE PEACEFULto provide guidance WARRIOR and by counsel DAVE for WEST those Copyrightwho wish 2010 to practise. www.taichibali.com ‐ 1 ‐ 3 Nights 4 Days Luxury Hotel 3 Mountain Treks to Lakes and Waterfalls Hot Springs Canoing Kopi Luwak 10 Classes with Qualified Instructors Retreat Course Book and DVD Transport Service USD 495 per person USD 750 for couples T A I C H I B A L I M O U N T A I N R E T R E A T is hidden deep in the foothills of the volcanic forest, where the cool mountain air of North Bali is the perfect environment to relax and rejuvenate, deepen your TAI CHI , YOGA or CHI KUNG practice, and refresh yourself with natural healing energy. The aim of this retreat is to inspire you to develop a daily practice and holistic lifestyle that creates positive changes in all aspects of your life. During the retreat a natural force field develops within you that recharges your whole being with positive energy, vitality and inner peace. Experienced international instructors guide you through the course and mountain treks. Classes and retreats can be modified for all ages and levels. TAI CHI DANCE OF THE PEACEFUL WARRIOR by DAVE WEST Copyright 2010 www.taichibali.com ‐ 2 ‐ WELCOME TO TAI CHI BALI MOUNTAIN RETREAT Tai Chi Bali provides authentic wisdom and training from ancient China, India and Tibet, for living in health and harmony with the natural world. Opening the heart with meditation is the return to Truth and Love. TAI CHI BALI MOUNTAIN RETREAT reconnects you with the Source; ‘The Healing Power of Nature’. During the 3 nights and 4 days a natural force field is created around you that recharges your whole being with positive energy and vitality. Awakening your inner strength inspires you to develop a daily spiritual practice and holistic lifestyle that creates positive changes in all aspects of your life. The retreat centre is hidden deep in the foothills of the volcanic rainforest, where the cool mountain air of North Bali is the perfect environment to relax and rejuvenate, deepen your Tai Chi practice, explore the tropical countryside, and refresh yourself with natural healing energy. Qualified international instructors guide you through the course and mountain treks. Classes and retreats can be modified for all ages and levels. For more information please email our instructors directly: i n f o @ t a i c h i b a l i . c om 10 TAI CHI FOR HEALTH CLASSES, RETREAT COURSE BOOK and DVD are included in the Retreat Price. Topics include Tao Philosophy and cosmology, Tai Chi for Health (non-combat), Chi Kung, Tao Nature Meditation. 3 MOUNTAIN TREKS through tropical rainforests to rivers, lakes and waterfalls are included in the Retreat Price. These Mountain Treks vary from 1 to 3 hours walking along gentle ascents and descents (See Map: Trek 1, 2, 3) CLIMATE AT THE MOUNTAIN RETREAT Temperature: 15-25°C Rainfall: High Humidity: High TAI CHI BALI SURVIVAL KIT A selection of practical items and trekking comforts to enhance your Mountain Retreat experience are included in the Retreat Price, including: Light Raincoat – Healthy Snacks – Herbal Teas – Electrolytes – Map – Schedule - and may vary subject to availability. THE HOTEL is located 2 hours north of Ngurah Rai International Airport. You will be staying at an altitude of 1300 metres near Bedugul, North Bali. The Hotel offers a combination of modern comforts, friendly professional service, and private lumbung rooms surrounded by natural gardens and scenic mountain views. Several paths lead through the rainforest to waterfalls, coffee, clove and cocoa plantations. 3 nights accommodation are included in the Reteat Price. THE RESTAURANT offers a choice of European, Indonesian, Balinese and Chinese cuisine at reasonable prices. Upon arrival special meal requests (vegetarian) may be given to the Hotel Manager and are subject to availability. Several other inexpensive restaurants are located nearby in the village 20 minutes walk. 3 Hotel Breakfasts are included in the Retreat Price. Also included is a Cetificate and Closing Lunch at a mountain view restaurant on the last day of the retreat. LUNCH & DINNER are not included in the Retreat Price and will be charged in addition at menu price. You will need to bring enough money for 5 meals. Hotel Restaurant prices are inexpensive and the food is delicious. WHAT TO BRING – Raincoat – Trekking Shoes – Comfortable Clothes – Notebook – Smiles CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT is awarded to those who participate in all classes and complete a written assignment of 30 questions. ECO - MORALITY CONSERVATION AGREEMENT The following agreement is a requirement for all guests, students and staff attending Tai Chi Bali classes and retreats: To protect and preserve the natural world To promote life of all plants, trees, insects, birds, fish, animals and humans To take all your rubbish back to the hotel To cultivate moral character, civilization and manners To deveolop unity and modesty through correct guiding thoughts To work hard to develop one’s skills To refrain from taking intoxicating substances To refrain from sexual misconduct To be truthful, friendly and opened hearted to all Please contact us for full details & dates of upcoming Retreats: Email: [email protected] TAI CHI DANCE OF THE PEACEFUL WARRIOR by DAVE WEST Copyright 2010 www.taichibali.com ‐ 3 ‐ TAI CHI DANCE OF THE PEACEFUL WARRIOR by DAVE WEST Copyright 2010 www.taichibali.com ‐ 4 ‐ TAI CHI DANCE OF THE PEACEFUL WARRIOR by DAVE WEST Copyright 2010 www.taichibali.com ‐ 5 ‐ MOUNTAIN RETREAT TRAINING PROGRAMME Over the course of 3 nights and 4 days you will be studying, practising and experiencing over 20 techniques from the art of Tai Chi for Health (non-combat), including Chi Kung and other Tao techniques listed below. Qualified international instructors will guide you through this peaceful retreat and along the mountain treks, and have studied Tai Chi for Health, Chi Kung and Yoga with masters from China, Thailand, India, USA, Canada and UK. This special Mountain Retreat Training Programme combines ancient and modern wisdom for your mental, physical and spiritual health. TAO PHILOSOPHY I CHING – PA KUA – TAO TE CHING The teachings of these classic Chinese philosophies are based on a great underlying principle; the Tao, or "Way", which is the source of all being. Through the understanding of this principle, all the contradictions, divisions and distinctions of our existence are ultimately resolved. This principle can only be understood through intuitive transformation, the regular practice of Tai Chi Chuan, and incorporating Yin Yang and Chi theory into daily life. By removing the obstacles clouding our consciousness we once again connect to our original insight. This allows us to see clearly and understand the workings and wonders of the cosmos. SEVEN PRINCIPLES OF TAI CHI Cultivating these seven principles guides the peaceful warrior to awakening the compassionate spirit inside. They are the keys to health, inner peace and happiness, and the essence of spiritual progress. This requires mental, physical and spiritual training and adjustment, through regular practise under the guidance of an experienced master. TAO NATURE MEDITATIONS CONTEMPLATING NATURE Spend as much time as we can in nature, absorbing its powerful healing energy, and appreciating and contemplating the simplicity and beauty of the nature world. ONENESS WITH NATURE Take a walk into Mother Nature, taking deep gentle breaths to absorb the natural healing energy. Meditate in a natural healing place that feels right to you, and simply let go. ENERGY CLEANSING WITH TREES This is a great exercise for cleansing the energy of the body, and transforming negative emotions into positive energy, particularly if you are sick, depressed or recovering from illness. STANDING CHI KUNG OPENING THE GATES Opening the Gates loosens and warms-up all the major joints of the body, preparing the body for smooth internal energy or chi flow. GATHERING THE CHI Gathering the Chi is designed to absorb the fresh chi of the morning, get your life force moving in the body after a night of sleep, and to prepare your thoughts for a calm and balanced day. EIGHT PIECES OF BROCADE Dating back as far as 2,000 years ago, this popular Chi Kung set has a powerful therateutic effect in stimulating the central nervous system, lowering blood pressure, relieving stress, toning muscles, enhancing digestion and circulation of blood, and eliminating waste. These eight simple exercises assist in putting the internal strength into your Tai Chi practice. TAI CHI DANCE OF THE PEACEFUL WARRIOR by DAVE WEST Copyright 2010 www.taichibali.com ‐ 6 ‐ TAI CHI CHUAN RELAXATION This is one of the major keys to success in Tai Chi for Health. Only when you are fully relaxed will all the energy channels be open, allowing the chi to flow freely throughout your whole being. CENTERING, GROUNDING, BODY ALIGNMENT These techniques will help you to develop your frame and achieve smooth flowing Tai Chi movement, and are very beneficial for the free passage of chi around the body. Focusing full awareness on the body, breath and mind, and revolving them around your centre of balance at the Lower Dan Tien, with low centre of gravity, while maintaining a centreline. LOWER DAN TIEN MEDITATION The Lower Dan Tien is the energy reservoir in the body, where we store the energy we generate, gather and absorb in Chi Kung and Tai Chi exercises. STANDING MEDITATION This exercise prepares the mind and body for Tai Chi by rooting and sinking the body, calming the mind, and centering the chi at the Lower Dan Tien. TAI CHI FOUR CORE MOVEMENTS YANG STYLE The four cardinal points of the Pa Kua give us the four cardinal energies; Peng, Lu, Ji, An.