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LifeForce Qigong Summer Retreat Day – Embracing the Fire Element Spirit


Event Details


Main Instructor: Ben Calder

Join Ben Calder (35+ years experience) for a nourishing day of mindful movement at The Walled Garden, Hawarden Estate. As part of our 5-Element series, this retreat focuses on the Fire Element—strengthening Heart energy to transform tension into love, joy, and emotional harmony.

What to Expect:

Morning (Jing): Focus on physical essence with joint and spine loosening, foundational LifeForce movements, embryonic breathing, and patting/dredging techniques to invigorate energy pathways.

Afternoon (Qi): Deepen emotional flow with Fire Element Spirit practice, 5-Element organ activation, and guided meditations. Includes outdoor practice (weather permitting).

Nourishment: A delicious seasonal light lunch provided by the Hawarden Estate Farm Shop.

Wear: Comfortable, layered clothing.

Level: Open to all—no experience necessary.

Reconnect with yourself

Investment: £70 (includes lunch and refreshments).

Event Address: The Walled Garden School, Pedlars Central, Hawarden, Flintshire CH5 3NY

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Event Email: ben@bencalder.co.uk

Event Phone: 07748 947 131

Event Website: https://www.thewalledgardenschool.co.uk/classes/p/lifeforce-qigong-with-ben-calder-early-summer-2026