A direct, simple, and accessible stress reducing retreat in a natural healing forest and river environment in the foothills of the French Pyrénées. Based on the Japanese method known as Shinrin-yoku 'forest breathing' which is proven to have immediate positive results. This retreat will include gentle unchallenging walks where all the senses are invited to take part. Find new and more natural ways to see, feel, listen, touch, and make sound.
Day 1 - Arrival day
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Orientation
Meet with Ram to discuss your topic and decide on your aspirations.
6:30 p.m. Meditation session
7:30 p.m. Evening meal
First and second full day of training
08:15 Breakfast
09:15 First session
12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Light lunch provided, free time
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Afternoon session
7:30 p.m. Four-course dinner
Days 2 and 3
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Orientation
Meet with Ram to discuss your topic and decide on your aspirations.
6:30 p.m. Meditation session
7:30 p.m. Evening meal
First and second full day of training
08:15 Breakfast
09:15 First session
12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Light lunch provided, free time
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Afternoon session
7:30 p.m. Four-course dinner
Day 4 - Departure day
08:15 Breakfast
09:00 Final session
11:00 a.m. Departure
Tao yoga consists of up to 60 easy-to-learn movements and postures, including static postures that enhance energy flow. If you prefer Qigong, you can explore the famous Eight Pieces of Brocade form, or the Five Zhang Organs, or for those with previous experience, the classic Marrow Washing or the North Star form. Each will be explained to you before you make your choice. All forms of Qigong begin with an element of standing meditation, alignment practice, and warm-up.
For those who wish to learn or deepen meditation, the system learned will be based on need and experience. Methods offered include Buddhist and Taoist meditation as well as the intrinsic awareness of Dharmatta, considered the pinnacle of meditation practice.
Whatever subject you choose to study, this course offers a balance of activities, tailored to your needs and experience. Below are the times for a general programme and sessions may vary depending on your needs and the requirements of other participants.
Year Round Retreats
Meditation, Tao Yoga & Qigong
4 days, three nights or more, all year
Suitable for beginners or experienced practitioners of meditation, yoga, or qigong, this is our most popular retreat. Refresh your outlook, your practice, learn a new approach.
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Forest Walking: Bathing in Tao
4 days, three nights or more, all year
Explore the wonderfully wild and rich forests of the Artillac river valley in the foothills of the French Pyrenees. Includes tao yoga, a perfect complement. A natural way to be closer to the Tao.
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Wu style Tai chi short form
4 days, three nights or more, all year
Learn or improve tai chi with the Wu-style short form, as taught by Master BK Frantzis. For fluidity, energy management and stress release. Beginners or experienced practitioners
The package includes comprehensive light breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Tao Meditation is the expert at providing for all types of dietary needs. Tao Meditation will provide you with a three or four-course evening meal depending on your appetite. All food where possible is from their own organic vegetable garden.
The following meals are included:
The following drinks are included:
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
Other dietary requirements on request
A reservation requires a deposit of 20.57% of the total price. The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled. The rest of the payment should be paid 21 days before arrival.
