Event Program
Tai Chi: 13 Forms of Harmony 4-Day Workshop
with Master Li Shi Feng
28June – 2 July 2026 | Dragonfly Village, Ubud, Bali
Over four days, you’ll train the foundational energies of the Tai Chi 13 Forms of Harmony — Peng, Lü, Ji, and An — through Qigong, solo drills, and structured partner work. Each session builds on the last, until all four energies move together with the stepping patterns as one continuous practice. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily | All levels welcome
Overview
The Tai Chi 13 Forms of Harmony is one of the classical frameworks of the art, a system built around the 8 Energies (Ba Men) and 5 Steps (Wu Bu) that underpin all Tai Chi movement.
Over four full days, led by Master Li Shi Feng, participants train the four foundational energies of the system: Peng (structural expansion), Lü (yielding and redirection), Ji (coordinated forward intent), and An (grounding and release). These are trained progressively through Qigong, solo drills, and structured partner work, each session building on the last.
By the final afternoon, these energies move together with the stepping patterns as one continuous, integrated practice. No prior Tai Chi experience is required.
Retreat Details
- Retreat: Tai Chi: 13 Forms of Harmony
- Dates: 28 June – 2 July 2026
- Location: Dragonfly Village, Ubud, Bali
- Lead Teacher: Master Li Shi Feng
Over four days, the training progresses through a clear structure:
- Establishing posture, alignment, and central balance
- Learning and embodying the 8 core Tai Chi energies
- Integrating movement through the 5 stepping patterns
- Applying principles through structured partner work
Each layer builds on the previous one, allowing the body to absorb and express the system gradually.
Daily Schedule
Day 1 — Rooting & Structure | Sunday 28 June
- 9:00 – 10:30 · Opening & Wuji standing — breath awareness, principles of central balance (Zhong Ding)
- 10:30 – 13:00 · Peng — structural expansion: building the energetic frame; solo drills, postural refinement, Qigong integration
- 13:00 – 14:00 · Lunch break — freshly prepared plant-based lunch on site · pool & sauna access
- 14:00 – 15:30 · Peng in practice — partner sensing work; experiencing structural support through contact
- 15:30 – 17:00 · Integration & review — personal corrections, open Q&A, quiet solo practice to close
Day 2 — Yielding & Intent | Monday 29 June
- 9:00 – 10:00 · Morning warm-up & Day 1 review — Wuji, breath, revision of Peng through Qigong
- 10:00 – 11:30 · Lü — yielding & redirection: softness without collapse; receiving force without resistance
- 11:30 – 13:00 · Ji — coordinated forward intent: from yielding to expressing; linking Peng–Lü–Ji as a cycle
- 13:00 – 14:00 · Lunch break — pool & herbal sauna available
- 14:00 – 15:30 · Partner sensitivity drills — two-person work exploring Lü and Ji; developing feel, not force
- 15:30 – 17:00 · Flowing practice — three energies in sequence; beginning to find continuity between them
Day 3 — Grounding, Stepping & Integration | Tuesday, 30 June
- 9:00 – 10:00 · Morning warm-up & Days 1–2 review — flowing through the first three energies as morning practice
- 10:00 – 11:30 · An — grounding & release: the fourth core energy; sinking, settling, releasing into the ground
- 11:30 – 13:00 · Wu Bu — the 5 stepping patterns: footwork fundamentals; how the legs carry energies through space
- 13:00 – 14:00 · Lunch break — pool & herbal sauna available
- 14:00 – 15:30 · Moving integration — all 4 energies with stepping; the form begins to emerge as a whole
- 15:30 – 17:00 · Partner work & corrections — applying all material so far; personal refinement with Master Li
Day 4 — Flow, Refinement & Closing | Wednesday 1 July
- 9:00 – 10:30 · Full morning practice — continuous flow through all four days of material, solo and in pairs
- 10:30 – 12:00 · Personal correction round — each participant receives individual attention from Master Li
- 12:00 – 13:00 · Lunch break — pool & herbal sauna available
- 13:00 – 14:30 · Afternoon integration — deeper partner work, refining sensitivity and timing across all energies
- 14:30 – 16:00 · Free practice & Q&A — open floor; move, ask, revisit anything; Master Li circulates
- 16:00 – 17:00 · Closing circle — final practice together, reflection, paths forward, farewell
Day 5 – Breakfast & Check Out | Thursday 2 July
- 9:00 – 10:30 Breakfast
- 12:00 Check out from Dragonfly Village (Residential Guests)
WHAT YOU WILL TRAIN
- Wuji & Zhong Ding: central balance and structural alignment
- Peng: building the expansive energetic frame that supports all other movement
- Lü & Ji: the dynamic pair of yielding and expressing forward intent
- An: grounding, release, and the full cycle of internal force
- Wu Bu: the five stepping patterns linking the energies into continuous movement — Partner sensitivity drills that bring each energy to life through contact
- Final integration: all four energies moving through stepping patterns as one practice
Teaching Method
Each day follows a consistent experiential loop:
- Feel the quality through Qigong
- Refine it through solo drills
- Express it within the form
- Test it through partner interaction
- Understand it through reflection
Each energy is introduced progressively and reinforced through repetition and application.
What You Will Experience
By the end of the program, 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.
Two Ways to Join
Day Program – Non-Residential
For participants already based in Bali. Arrive at 9:00 AM, leave at 5:00 PM each day.
Early Bird: USD 340 (available until 18th June 2026)
Full Price: USD 395
Includes:
- Full 4-day training program with Master Li Shi Feng
- Daily lunch (fresh, plant-based, on site)
- Herbal steam bath access on Monday only
- Refreshments throughout the day
- Course materials
- Bali Flow Retreats T-shirt
- Leatherbound journal
Accommodation and dinner are not included.
Optional breakfast and dinner are available on-site.
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
Residential Packages For International Guests
Check in Saturday 27 June (one day before the workshop)
Check out Thursday 2 July
Single Ensuite Joglo
(king bed, private)
Full Price: $990
Early Bird: $920
(available until 18th June)
Shared Room
(3–4 beds, en-suite)
Full Price: $620
Early Bird: $560
(available until 18th June)
All residential packages include:
- 5 nights accommodation at Dragonfly Village
- 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) throughout stay
- Dinner on the evening of check-in (Saturday 27 June)
- Breakfast on the morning of check-out (Thursday 2 July)
- Full 4-day training program with Master Li Shi Feng
- Complimentary airport pickup and drop-off
- Access to saltwater pool and herbal steam sauna (Saturday evening, Monday evening, and Wednesday morning before check-out)
- Course materials
- Bali Flow Retreats T-shirt
- Leatherbound journal
About the Lead Teacher, Master Li Shi Feng
Master Li Shi Feng was born in Henan Province, China — the birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu, Qigong, Tai Chi, 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, Tai Chi, 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.
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About the Venue, Dragonfly Village, Ubud
Located amidst rice fields and natural surroundings, Dragonfly Village provides a quiet, spacious environment ideal for internal arts training.
The setting supports focused practice and steady integration.
Facilities Available
- Open-air wooden shala with natural ventilation
- Rice field surroundings and walking paths
- Farm-to-table kitchen using local organic produce and no seed oils
- Vegan and vegetarian meals
- Herbal steam bath
- Saltwater swimming pool
- Eco-style accommodation
- Calm, low-traffic environment away from central Ubud bustle
Meals
Meals are 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 upon request.
Who This Program Is For
- International travellers wanting serious Tai Chi training in Bali
- Bali residents or Southeast Asia-based participants wanting a structured day program
- Complete beginners with no prior Tai Chi experience
- Martial artists seeking deeper internal understanding
- Yoga and movement practitioners
- Individuals looking to develop awareness, structure, and balance
The training is accessible, but requires willingness to engage consistently.
A Note on the Experience
This program is structured and intentional. It’s not designed as a casual or purely recreational experience.
Participants are invited into a rhythm of practice, rest, observation, and gradual integration.
The aim is not simply to learn movements, but to develop a deeper relationship with how the body organises itself in space and interaction.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
About Tai Chi: 13 Forms of Harmony Retreat
No. The workshop is designed for complete beginners as well as participants with prior movement or martial arts experience. The training progresses step by step, starting with structure and alignment before moving into more integrated practice. The emphasis is on feeling the qualities directly in the body — not on memorising movements or performing techniques.
The training is structured but not aggressive. Sessions involve standing work, slow movement, partner drills, and consistent daily practice. The emphasis is on awareness, efficiency, and internal coordination rather than force or intensity.
No. The workshop is designed primarily as a day attendance program — you arrive at 9:00 AM and leave at 5:00 PM each day. Accommodation is entirely optional. That said, if you are travelling from outside Bali, residential packages are available and recommended. Residential guests check in on Saturday 27 June and check out on Thursday 2 July.
Day Program (non-residential): USD 340 early bird / USD 395 full price.
Residential packages range from USD 560 (shared room, early bird) to USD 990 (single ensuite joglo, full price).
Early bird pricing is available until 18 June 2026 for all options.
Special pricing is available for KITAS holders, KITAP holders, and WNI (Indonesian citizens) — please contact us directly.
The day program includes the full 4-day training program with Master Li Shi Feng, daily lunch (fresh, plant-based, on-site), herbal steam bath access on Monday, refreshments throughout the day, course materials, a Bali Flow Retreats T-shirt, and a leatherbound journal. Accommodation and dinner are not included.
All residential packages include 5 nights accommodation at Dragonfly Village, 3 daily meals throughout your stay, dinner on the evening of check-in (Saturday 27 June), breakfast on the morning of check-out (Thursday 2 July), the full 4-day training program, complimentary airport pickup and drop-off, access to the saltwater pool and herbal steam sauna, course materials, a Bali Flow Retreats T-shirt, and a leatherbound journal.
Yes, the day attendance format is built with you in mind. You can train at a high level without leaving your life behind for the week. Dragonfly Village is a 5-10 minute ride from central Ubud by scooter only, and parking is available nearby.
Yes. Partner work is an essential part of the training and is introduced progressively from Day 1. It focuses on sensitivity, timing, responsiveness, and understanding the energies through contact — not competition. Personal boundaries and preferences are respected at all times.
Meals are plant-based, freshly prepared each day using locally sourced organic ingredients. The kitchen uses no seed oils and specialises in vegan and vegetarian food designed to support sustained energy throughout training. Dietary requirements can be accommodated upon request.
Yes. The lunch break runs from 13:00 to 14:00 each day, with access to the saltwater pool. There is also deliberate space built into the session flow for personal correction, quiet practice, and reflection. For residential guests, evenings are free.
Yes, complimentary airport pickup and drop-off are included in all residential packages. The final section to Dragonfly Village is accessed by scooter or a short walk through the rice fields — staff will assist with luggage.
A deposit is required to secure your place. The remaining balance must be paid before the retreat begins. Payment details and deadlines will be provided in your confirmation email. Full payment is welcome at any time.
Cancellations made within a specified period may be eligible for partial refund (excluding deposit). Final cancellation terms will be outlined in the registration agreement. We recommend travel insurance.
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 training quality and allow for personal guidance from Master Li. Early registration is recommended.
The Retreat Environment
Yes, especially at Dragonfly Village.
While parts of central Ubud can feel busy, Dragonfly is located along quiet rice-field paths, away from traffic and noise. The space is car-free, surrounded by nature, and designed for stillness, focus, and uninterrupted practice.
For a Tai Chi retreat, this environment is not just a backdrop, it becomes part of the training.
Accommodation at Dragonfly Village is simple, comfortable, and integrated with nature.
Rooms are designed with natural materials, open airflow, and a calm atmosphere that supports rest and recovery between training sessions. Options range from private joglo rooms to shared spaces, all with en-suite facilities.
The setting prioritizes quiet, space, and simplicity rather than luxury.
Meals are plant-based, freshly prepared, and designed to support sustained energy throughout the day.
Ingredients are locally sourced, and the menu is light but nourishing, aligned with the rhythm of daily training.
Dietary requirements can be accommodated with prior notice.
Daily Rhythm & Free Time
Yes. There is built-in space each day, particularly after lunch, for rest and integration. Participants often use this time for:
- Resting or napping
- Swimming in the saltwater pool
- Journaling or quiet reflection
- Massage or bodywork
- Optional cultural activities such as Jamu-making or temple visits
This balance is intentional. Progress in Tai Chi comes not only from practice, but from allowing the body to absorb what has been learned.
Yes. Dragonfly Village offers:
- Saltwater swimming pool
- Herbal steam sauna (available several times per week)
- Open spaces for rest and quiet time
These facilities support recovery, circulation, and overall well-being during the retreat.
Practical Questions
Yes. Many participants attend on their own. The environment is safe, welcoming, and structured in a way that supports both personal space and natural connection with others.
There is no strict digital detox policy.
However, participants are encouraged to reduce screen time and external distractions where possible. The retreat environment naturally supports a slower pace and deeper focus.
Room arrangements are handled with care and respect.
Participants sharing accommodation are grouped thoughtfully, and gender preferences can be accommodated where possible. If you have specific requests, you can let us know in advance.
Arrival, Transport & Policies
Yes. Bali Flow provides complimentary airport pickup and drop-off for all retreat guests.
The final 400 metres to Dragonfly Village is accessed by scooter or a short walk. Staff will assist with luggage and ensure it is delivered directly to your room.