Qi Empowerment Summer Retreat, August 5-7, 2005
with Roger Jahnke, OMD and Matthew Sweigart, CI

A Qi immersion retreat including deep and profound Integral Qigong, Touching Qi, inner reflections through Tao Te Ching, natural spontaneous Qigong movement, meditation with flute, stargazing and absorbing the energy of the universe and more......Bring a friend or family member

Saratoga Springs Retreat Center, Upper Clear Lake, CA

Call Zen Gate at 530-546-7200 to register by phone; email zengate@sbcglobal.net for more information.

NCCAOM PDA's for Acupuncturists, NCBTMB and AOBTA CE credit for Massage Therapists and Bodyworkers, California CE for Registered Nursing

Integral Ten Phase Qigong Cultivation Training
with Roger Jahnke, OMD Certified Instructor - Medical Qigong, Acupressure/Tui Na

Integral Ten Phase Qigong Cultivation with with Roger Jahnke, OMD provides an integral framework for our journey into Qi mastery that mines the ancient Qi cultivation traditions, including Daoist, Buddhist, Confucian, medical and martial. Dr. Jahnke, with 30 years clinical practice in classical Chinese medicine, and 8 research trips to China has distilled a wealth of traditional medical, philosophical and historic Qi cultivation literature into a body of practice that can be easily embraced and absorbed by interested individuals. This approach to Qi cultivation is presented by Dr. Jahnke as a sincere offering for your own journey of healing and empowerment.

The first nine phases offer a structured approach to personal cultivation. To Discover, Gather and Circulate the Qi, then Purify, Direct and Conserve Qi, and with practice over time, we will learn to Store, Transform and Dissolve in Qi. Upon this foundation, the tenth phase of Transmit Qi offers us a compassionate expression of service of others. Under Roger's masterful guidance we'll explore the Ten Phases and integrate them into a total program for healing and self-development.

Touching Qi Experience
with Matthew Sweigart, Certified Instructor - Zen Shiatsu

In the Touching Qi Experience with Matthew Sweigart, CI we explore the basics of the profound and moving healing modality of Qiatsu®. Developed by Matthew over years of private practice, the method provides an elegant framework for the tenth phase of Integral Qigong, Transmit Qi. The compassionate expression of your personal Qi cultivation through simple human touch for healing and service to others.

Positive hands on contact with another is truly primary care, and can be used to transmit healing Qi deeply into the place where it is most needed. A sensitive study develops your ability to perceive the many manifestations of Qi energy within the body/mind/spirit. And with this awareness, effective simple touch techniques are then applied to transmit healing Qi right into the heart of the matter. The result is an enhancement of personal cultivation for both giver and receiver. Touching Qi fosters proper body/mind/spirit mechanics in the art of healing touch, where we reach into that profound and quiet place of complete presence. The art of Qiatsu® is the art of becoming fully present, fully in the moment in the act of sincere compassionate transmission of Qi, through informed and enlightened touch contact.

About Roger and Matthew

Roger Jahnke, OMD founder of the Health Action Clinic, was among the first to introduce the ancient Chinese healing arts to the West. He is director of the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi (IIQTC) and leads training sessions at Esalen, Omega, hospitals, corporations, associations and community organizations. He speaks internationally on self-healing, stress mastery and the positive transformation of health care. He is cofounder of the National Qigong Association (NQA) and is the key Chinese medicine authority for numerous websites including HealthWorld Online. He is author of The Healer Within (HarperSanFrancisco, 1999), The Healing Promise of Qi (McGraw-Hill, 2002), The Most Profound Medicine, and several instructional DVDs and and videos. Roger's research has led to the innovation of Tai Chi Easy and the exciting National Expert Meeting on Qigong and Tai Chi, which will have a powerful impact on the diffusion of Qigong and Tai Chi in America.

Matthew Sweigart, CI is the founder of Zen Gate Living Arts. A practicing Shiatsu Therapist and Instructor for over twenty years, he trained with the Ohashi Sensei and the faculty of the Ohashi Institute, where he himself was a Senior Instructor. He is the Certified Instructor of Zen Shiatsu through the AOBTA and teaches for Zen Gate, Acupressure Institute, the Heartwood Institute, Ohashiatsu Chicago, and the Arcata School of Massage. Additionally, Native American ritual tradition has deeply influenced his healing practice and philosophy. His distinct style of bodywork, combines Shiatsu, Qigong and shamanism to balance and enhance the lifeforce in the body/mind/spirit. He is the author of Touching Qi, Elemental Meditations, and Meridian Expressions. For further information, see www.zengatechiatsu.com.

About Saratoga Springs Resort

Conveniently situated in the rich and healing mountains of the Lake country of Northern California just a bit more than two hours by car north of both San Francisco Bay and The Sacramento area, the Saratoga Springs Retreat center offers a generous facility for the Zen Gate, Summer Qi Empowerment Camp. A variety of lodging options is available to choose from thus accommodating any personal preference. While sumptuous meals, vegetarian and non-vegetarian will nourish and satisfy and support our work. Organic gardens, acres of hiking trails, cleared plateaus for star gazing, swimming pool and hot tub and original cold mineral springs all provide a restful and restorative backdrop for our personal and community transformation.

Save When You Register by July 1!

To maximize your retreat fun consider bringing friends, family members, partners or spouses and children as guests for their own retreat in this marvelous wilderness area. Also consider coming early and leaving late. You can arrive as early as mid-afternoon on Thursday and stay through late morning on Monday. In addition to accessing the grounds, the pool, the spa and quiet you may also begin to deepen your connection with other Qi oriented participants who may become enduring friends. Our instructors will also be around for informal interactions.

Retreat Itinerary

Formal Opening Friday, August 5, 2005 4:00 pm
Formal Closing Sunday, August 7, 2005 3:00 pm
Early Arrival Thursday, August 4, 2005, 2:00 pm
Late Departure Monday, August 8, 2005 11:00 am

FEES

Participant Fees include per person rate covers Friday - Sunday, 2 nights lodging, 6 meals, workshop tuition and all activities. Deduct $100 from fee when paid in full by July 1, 2005.

Adult or Child Guest Fees include per person rate covers Friday - Sunday, 2 nights lodging, 6 meals. Deduct $50 from Adult Guest fees and $30 from Child fees when paid in full by July 1, 2005.

Pre- and Post-Retreat per person per night fee

Directions and detailed itinerary will be mailed upon receipt of registration.

For registration form

Send Payment to

Zen Gate
P.O. Box 1585
Kings Beach CA 96143

Visa, MasterCard, Checks and Money Orders accepted.

Cancellation Policy

A 50% deposit will hold your space at the retreat. Payment must be received in full to receive the early registration discount. Withdrawal with notification more than 21 days prior to the retreat will receive a refund less a $90 withdrawal fee per person. Less than 21 days notice, no refund, but you may send someone in your place.

Zen Gate Living Arts
Phone 530-546-7200
Email zengate@sbcglobal.net