Tai Chi: 13 Forms of Harmony
Tai Chi: 13 Forms of Harmony
Jl. Subak Sok Wayah Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Up to 26 in group
Jun 28 - Jul 8, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Join us for a 10-day immersive training into the classical Tai Chi system known as the 13 Forms of Harmony: integrating the 8 Energies (Ba Men) and 5 Steps (Wu Bu).
- Led by Master Li Shi Feng, this retreat is designed as a direct, embodied experience. Rather than focusing on memorization or choreography, the training emphasizes structure, sensitivity, and the ability to respond naturally in movement.
- Through daily practice, personal correction, and progressive partner work, participants develop a deeper understanding of balance, coordination, and internal connection.
- This is a training that unfolds through experience, not theory.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Master Li Shi Feng was born in Henan Province, China — the birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu, Qigong, Taichi, and Chinese classical philosophy. He is co-founder of the Li Shifeng Kungfu Academy and the Zhong Jin Dao Training System, a body–mind–energy path rooted in balance, discipline, and internal cultivation. His teaching integrates traditional Shaolin training with the philosophical foundations of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.
For more than a decade, Shifu Li has shared Shaolin, Qigong, Taichi, and classical Chinese philosophy with students from over 120 countries across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and beyond. His approach combines precise technical instruction with direct personal correction, guiding practitioners to develop structure, internal power, and clarity through authentic practice.
Details of this retreat
Over ten days, you will train the Tai Chi 13 Forms of Harmony with Shaolin Master Li Shi Feng, integrating the 8 Energies and 5 Steps. Through guided practice, external movement and internal awareness develop together, building balance, coordination, and natural responsiveness through direct experience.
Schedule
Sunrise (45–60 min): Qi Gong based on the day’s theme
Breakfast
Morning Session (2 hours): Solo drills and form training
Lunch and rest
Afternoon Session (1.5–2 hours): Partner work and applications
Evening (optional): Meditation, theory, or quiet reflection
This structure supports a continuous learning cycle: Opening the body, refining movement, expressing structure, testing through interaction, and internalizing through reflection.
Breakfast
Morning Session (2 hours): Solo drills and form training
Lunch and rest
Afternoon Session (1.5–2 hours): Partner work and applications
Evening (optional): Meditation, theory, or quiet reflection
This structure supports a continuous learning cycle: Opening the body, refining movement, expressing structure, testing through interaction, and internalizing through reflection.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
BaliFlow Retreats, Jl. Subak Sok Wayah Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Directions
Dragonfly Village is a serene eco-retreat nestled in Ubud’s rice fields, just a short walk from town yet blissfully quiet.
Guests stay in hand-crafted teak bungalows with natural mud-wall bathrooms, a saltwater pool, herbal sauna, and a vegetarian café.
With open-air shalas overlooking the fields, it’s the perfect balance of nature, comfort, and community.
Guests stay in hand-crafted teak bungalows with natural mud-wall bathrooms, a saltwater pool, herbal sauna, and a vegetarian café.
With open-air shalas overlooking the fields, it’s the perfect balance of nature, comfort, and community.
Accommodation
Shared Spacious En-suite (4 or 3 person sharing) Ideal for friends or solo travelers who enjoy community, our triple bungalows are spacious, airy, and beautifully crafted from recycled teak wood. Each room is set with three comfortable single beds, each draped with its own mosquito net for privacy and rest. The room is fan-cooled. The bungalow features a private semi-open bathroom with hot shower, natural mud-wall design, and eco-friendly touches throughout. A front terrace opens directly to the rice fields, offering a peaceful space to relax, read, or simply watch the rhythms of nature. -- Private double bed Joglo (twin or double) Designed for couples or friends who want to share the retreat journey together, our double bungalows feature a spacious king-sized bed draped with a mosquito net, traditional teak interiors, and a private semi-open bathroom with natural finishes and hot shower. Friends or couples can also elect to have two large single beds. A shaded terrace opens out to the rice fields, offering a peaceful haven to relax after training sessions. This is the perfect option for partners to immerse in practice while enjoying comfort, connection, and privacy. -- Single Joglo (entire House) - King Size Bed Perfect for solo travelers seeking space and tranquility, this option features an entire joglo to yourself, a king-sized bed with mosquito net, elegant teak interiors, and a semi-open bathroom with hot shower. A private terrace facing the rice fields offers the ideal spot for journaling, quiet reflection, or simply soaking up the natural beauty. This room combines the comforts of privacy with the serenity of the retreat setting.
Non-Residential Option
Single Ensuite Joglo King-size Bed
Twin Room / Double (per person)
Shared Accommodation (3–4 beds, spacious en-suite rooms)
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
The retreat setting at Dragonfly Village offers calm, nature, and space to slow down, rest, and practice mindfully in Ubud.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Plant-based vegan meals made fresh daily with local ingredients. No seed oils; only organic coconut oil. Gluten-free and allergy-friendly options available on request.
What's Included
- Airport Pickup & Drop-off
- 10 Nights Accommodation
- 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals
- Water is served throughout the day
- Welcome drink
- Daily meditation classes
- Group excursions/activities
- Free excursions to sites of interest
- Specialized workshops
- Course Manual
- Pre and post retreat support from our team
- Transportation during the retreat
- Luggage storage
- Wifi connection
What's Not Included
- Check-in time: Anytime after 2pm on Sunday 28th June 2026
- Check-out time: Before 11am on Wednesday 8th July 2026
- Retreat Structure
- The retreat follows a consistent daily rhythm designed to support both learning and recovery.
- Training days: Monday to Saturday
- One rest day each week for integration
- Sessions may be adjusted based on group pace and energy
- Participants are encouraged to work within their own capacity and develop awareness through consistent practice.
- Daily Timetable
- Sunrise (45–60 min): Qi Gong based on the day’s theme
- Breakfast
- Morning Session (2 hours): Solo drills and form training
- Lunch and rest
- Afternoon Session (1.5–2 hours): Partner work and applications
- Evening (optional): Meditation, theory, or quiet reflection
- This structure supports a continuous learning cycle: Opening the body, refining movement, expressing structure, testing through interaction, and internalizing through reflection.
- Training Progression
- Phase 1 — Foundation and Core Energies (Days 1–5)
- The first phase focuses on internal structure and foundational qualities.
- Participants will work with:
- Wuji and Zhong Ding (central equilibrium and alignment)
- Peng (expansion and structural support)
- Lü (yielding and redirection)
- Ji (coordinated forward intent)
- An (grounding and release)
- Basic stepping patterns are introduced alongside these energies, creating a stable base for movement.
- The emphasis is on feeling the qualities directly in the body rather than analyzing them conceptually.
- Phase 2 — Integration and Dynamic Application (Days 6–10)
- The second phase expands into more dynamic expression and integration.
- Participants will train:
- Cai and Lie (pulling and splitting forces)
- Zhou and Kao (elbow and shoulder energy)
- The full 5 Footworks (Wu Bu)
- Integration of all 13 elements into continuous movement
- Partner work becomes more fluid, developing sensitivity, timing, and responsiveness.
- By this stage, the system begins to function as a unified whole rather than separate techniques
- Teaching Method
- The retreat uses a simple but effective experiential approach.
- Each day follows a consistent loop:
- Feeling the quality through Qi Gong
- Refining it through solo drills
- Expressing it within the form
- Testing it through partner interaction
- Understanding it through reflection
- Each energy is introduced progressively and reinforced through repetition and application.
- What You Will Experience
- By the end of the retreat, participants begin to develop:
- A stable and relaxed center (Zhong Ding)
- Continuous structural support (Peng)
- The ability to yield and redirect without resistance
- Integration of all 8 energies within movement
- The focus is not on performance, but on developing a functional internal system that can respond naturally.
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