Return to Centre: An Earth Element Qigong Mini Retreat
About this Event
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This is your invitation to slow down. To reconnect with yourself. To remember what it feels like to simply receive.
As we move through the height of summer, the Earth Element invites us to slow down, come home to ourselves and reconnect with a sense of steadiness within.
In Five Element Qigong, the Earth Element represents grounding, nourishment, balance and our ability to receive. When this energy is in harmony, we often feel more centred, supported and able to meet life with greater ease.
Whether you're completely new to Qigong or already have an established practice, this gentle two-and-a-half-hour retreat offers space to breathe, soften and refill your cup.
During our morning together you'll...
• Enjoy calming Earth Element Qigong movements (weather permitting, we'll practise in the beautiful garden).
• Learn how the Earth Element can support you through:
- times of transition and change
- overwhelm, worry and overthinking
- healthy digestion
- feeling more grounded and emotionally balanced
- welcoming abundance
- learning to receive support, rest and nourishment
• Experience gentle self-massage techniques to awaken the Earth meridians and encourage the smooth flow of energy through the body.
• Finish with a beautifully grounding guided meditation, allowing yourself to be completely supported as you rest.
You may leave feeling...
✨ More calm and deeply relaxed
✨ Grounded and centred
✨ More spacious in body and mind
✨ Better able to navigate change with steadiness
✨ Connected to yourself and others
✨ Refreshed, nourished and restored
This morning is an invitation to pause, reconnect with yourself and remember that you don't always have to keep doing more. Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is simply receive.
The Five Element Journey
This session is the third in a series exploring the five elements of Qigong — Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water.
Each retreat stands beautifully on its own, so there is no need to have attended previous sessions. If you missed Wood or Fire, you're warmly welcome to begin here.
If you'd like to continue the journey through the remaining elements, discounted series bookings are available.
2026 Dates
Wood — 14 March
Fire — 9 May
Earth — 11 July
Metal — 12 September
Water — 14 November
A Community Pricing Model
There are a few ticket prices, allowing you to choose what feels manageable for your circumstances.
A lower-cost concession ticket is available for those on lower incomes.
There are also two 'Pay What You Can' spaces available for anyone who would otherwise be unable to attend.
Please Bring
• Yoga mat or something comfortable to lie on
• Blanket and cushion(s) for your comfort
• Journal and pen
Timings
Arrival: 9:45am
Retreat: 10:00am–12:30pm
Close: 12.30pm
Where is it happening?
GBP 0.00 to GBP 42.00
