Event Program
Nurturing Qi: Foundations of Qigong and Traditional Chinese Medicine for Health
with Jonwin Lee | 31 Aug-2 Sep 2026 | Dragonfly Village, Ubud, Bali
Over three days, discover the foundations of Qigong and Traditional Chinese Medicine under the guidance of Jonwin Lee, Doctor of TCM and experienced teacher of internal martial arts. 9 AM – 4:30 PM daily | All levels welcome
Overview
Qigong and Traditional Chinese Medicine share the same root: an understanding of Qi, the life force that moves through the body, and how to keep it balanced. One works through movement, the other through theory. Together, they offer a complete framework for lasting health.
Over three full days at Dragonfly Village, movement stays at the heart of the workshop while TCM theory is woven in alongside it. Each day opens with Qigong practice, moves into theory covering Qi, Yin and Yang, the Five Elements, and the body’s meridian system, and closes with time to integrate what you’ve learned, with space each afternoon to ask Jonwin questions directly and practice in the shala.
Price - Day Program
For participants based in Bali or nearby. Arrive at 8:45 AM, training starts at 9 AM, then leave at 4:30 PM each day.
Non KITAS/KITAP Holder
- Early Bird: IDR 4.8 million (until 22 August 2026)
- Normal Price: IDR 5.6 million
KITAS/KITAP Holder
- Early Bird: IDR 4.2 million (until 22 August 2026)
- Normal Price: IDR 4.8 million
WNI / Indonesian
- Early Bird: IDR 2 million (until 22 August 2026)
- Normal Price: IDR 2.5 million
WNI / Indonesian
- Early Bird: IDR 2 million (until 22 August 2026)
- Normal Price: IDR 2.5 million
Includes:
- Daily lunch
- Purified water and herbal tea throughout the day
- Mosquito repellent
- Bali Flow Retreats t-shirt
- Leatherbound journal
- Herbal steam sauna
Workshop Details
- Workshop: Nurturing Qi — Foundations of Qigong and Traditional Chinese Medicine for Health
- Dates: 31 August – 2 September 2026 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday)
- Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM daily
- Location: Dragonfly Village, Ubud, Bali
- Lead Teacher: Jonwin Lee
- Format: Day program (non-residential)
- All levels welcome
Daily Schedule
Day 1, Monday 31 Aug — Foundations of Qi
- 9:00–10:30 — Opening Circle. Qigong practice, opening, breath work, foundational movements
- 10:30–11:00 — Break
- 11:00–12:00 — TCM theory: what is Qi, Yin and Yang, the Five Elements
- 12:00–14:00 — Lunch
- 14:00–15:30 — Meridians and the body: introduction to the main channels and how Qi moves, further practice
- 15:30–15:50 — Break
- 15:50–16:30 — Practice integration, standing or seated meditation
- 16:30 — Free to head home, or stay for Q&A with Jonwin and open shala time
Day 2, Tuesday 1 Sep — Qi and the Organs
- 9:00–10:30 — Qigong practice; TCM theory
- 10:30–11:00 — Break
- 11:00–12:00 — TCM theory: the Five Elements and organ systems, how emotions and health connect
- 12:00–14:00 — Lunch
- 14:00–15:30 — Self-care session: self-massage, acupressure points for common complaints
- 15:30–15:50 — Break
- 15:50–16:30 — Practice refinement, deepening the morning’s movements
- 16:30 — Free to head home, or stay for Q&A with Jonwin and open shala time
Day 3, Wednesday 2 Sep — Integration and Daily Practice
- 9:00–10:30 — Qigong practice: full run-through of the set learned so far
- 10:30–11:00 — Break
- 11:00–12:00 — TCM for daily life: seasonal living, diet, sleep, simple self-diagnosis
- 12:00–14:00 — Lunch
- 14:00–15:30 — Building a home practice: how to keep going after the workshop
- 15:30–15:50 — Break
- 15:50–16:30 — Closing practice and reflection circle
- 16:30 — Free to head home, or stay for Q&A with Jonwin and open shala time
Times are adjustable depending on the flow of the class and the needs of the students.
What You Will Experience
By the end of the three days, participants begin to develop:
- A working foundation in Qigong movement and breath work
- An understanding of Qi, Yin and Yang, the Five Elements, and the body’s meridian system
- Practical self-care tools: self-massage and acupressure for everyday complaints
- A framework for seasonal living, diet, and sleep through a TCM lens
- The start of a home practice you can keep building after the workshop ends
Non-Residential Option
Full Price: $790
Early Bird: $690 (available until 12th June)
Includes:
- Full training program
- 2 meals per day (breakfast and lunch)
- Herbal sauna access (3 times per week)
- Refreshments throughout the day
- Course materials
- Retreat T-shirt
- Leatherbound journal
About the Lead Teacher, Jonwin Lee
Jonwin Lee is a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and an experienced teacher of internal martial arts, specializing in Yang-style Tai Chi and classical Qigong. His teaching emphasizes precision, presence, and internal awareness, bridging traditional forms with a modern understanding of movement and energy.
About the Venue, Dragonfly Village, Ubud
Located amidst rice fields and natural surroundings, Dragonfly Village provides a quiet, spacious environment ideal for restorative practice. The setting supports focused stillness and steady integration.
Training takes place in an open-air wooden shala with natural ventilation, overlooking rice terraces and surrounding nature — a calm, grounded space that becomes part of the practice itself.
Facilities Available
- Open-air wooden shala with natural ventilation
- Farm-to-table kitchen and on-site café using local organic produce and no seed oils
- Saltwater swimming pool
- Herbal steam sauna
- Rice field surroundings and walking paths
- Small on-site shop
- Calm, low-traffic environment away from central Ubud bustle
Meals
Daily lunch is included and prepared fresh each day using locally sourced ingredients. The menu is plant-based, light, and designed to support sustained energy throughout training. Dietary requirements can be accommodated on request.
Who This Workshop Is For
- Anyone in good health looking to maintain and deepen their vitality
- Those dealing with specific health concerns wanting movement and TCM support
- Complete beginners. No prior Qigong or Chinese medicine experience needed
- Tai Chi, Qigong, and yoga practitioners wanting to deepen their theoretical foundation
- Bali residents and Ubud-based practitioners wanting a structured day program
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
No. This workshop is designed for complete beginners as well as those with prior experience. All levels are welcome.
Traditional Chinese Medicine, often shortened to TCM, is a system of health and healing that developed in China over thousands of years. It looks at the body as a whole, rather than treating symptoms in isolation, and works with the idea that a life force called Qi flows through the body along pathways known as meridians. When Qi flows freely and stays in balance, the body stays healthy. When that flow becomes blocked or unbalanced, illness or discomfort can follow.
TCM uses several tools to understand and support this balance, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary guidance, massage, and movement practices such as Qigong and Tai Chi. Central to TCM thinking are concepts like Yin and Yang, the balance of opposing forces in the body, and the Five Elements, a framework that links different organs, emotions, and seasons together.
You do not need any background in TCM to take part in this workshop. Jonwin will introduce these ideas clearly and in plain language, and you will get to experience them directly through the Qigong practice itself, so the theory has something real to connect to.
No. The emphasis is on gentle movement, breath work, and theory rather than intensity. It’s suitable for anyone in good health, and for those managing specific health concerns.
Comfortable, breathable clothing you can move freely in, and a reusable water bottle. Mosquito repellent is provided.
Daily lunch is included, freshly prepared each day using locally sourced organic ingredients. The menu is plant-based and designed to support sustained energy through training. Dietary requirements can be accommodated on request.
The day program is IDR 4.8 million early bird / IDR 5.6 million normal (Non KITAS/KITAP holder), IDR 4.2 million early bird / IDR 4.8 million normal (KITAS/KITAP holder), and IDR 2 million early bird / IDR 2.5 million normal (WNI). Early bird runs until 22 August 2026. Just bring valid ID for the relevant tier.
Yes. The day format is built for participants already based in Bali. Dragonfly Village is a short scooter ride from central Ubud.
Accommodation isn’t part of the day program, but you can book a stay directly with Dragonfly Village via WhatsApp: +62 859-3388-1999.
Yes. Lunch is served at 12 midday, followed by rest time until afternoon training restarts at 2:00 PM. During this break you can swim in the saltwater pool or rest in the shala area, where there are plenty of cushions for your comfort.
Yes. Many participants attend solo. The environment is safe, welcoming, and designed to support both personal space and natural connection between participants.
Yes. Spaces are intentionally limited to maintain the quality of guidance and personal attention from Aaron. Early registration is recommended.
Sauna access is included on Monday and Wednesday. If you’d like to use it on other days, you can check availability directly at reception with Dragonfly Village.