Your Retreat

Not at all.
Wudang Retreat welcomes complete beginners as well as guests with previous Tai Chi, Qigong, martial arts, meditation, or movement experience.

The practice begins with fundamentals and is guided according to your level. You do not need to arrive flexible, strong, or already familiar with the forms — only willing to learn, slow down, and participate.

Each retreat follows the same foundation — Wudang practice, Daoist culture, mountain life, and time to slow down. The difference is depth.

6-Day · Into the Mountain
Best if this is your first experience of Wudang, or if you want a meaningful introduction without a long time commitment.

21-Day · Into Stillness
Best if you want enough time to develop a consistent practice, settle into the rhythm of mountain life, and explore Tai Chi and Daoist practice more deeply.

30-Day · Into the Dao
Best if you want the fullest immersion — more time for practice, personal rhythm, cultural exploration, and living within the everyday environment of Wudang.

No previous experience is required for any of the three.

Still unsure? Message us and tell us what you're looking for — we'll help you choose.

Your retreat includes the core elements of your stay:

• Accommodation during the retreat

• Three meals per day

• Scheduled Tai Chi, Qigong, martial arts and meditation practice

• Daoist and cultural experiences included in your retreat programme

• Guidance and on-the-ground support from the Wudang Retreat team

Some items — such as travel to and from Wudang, travel insurance, personal expenses, and certain scenic-area tickets — may not be included.

Exact inclusions vary slightly by retreat, so please check the individual 6-Day, 21-Day or 30-Day page before booking.

The retreat is active, but it is not designed as a fitness boot camp.

A typical day may include Tai Chi, standing meditation, Qigong, martial arts foundations, walking, temple visits, and time outdoors in the mountains.

Practice can be adjusted according to experience and physical ability, and rest is part of the rhythm too. You are encouraged to listen to your body rather than push through pain or exhaustion.

If you have an injury, mobility limitation, or anything that may affect your participation, please tell us before booking so we can discuss whether the retreat is suitable for you and what adjustments may be possible.

Yes, within the structure of each retreat.

The 6-Day Retreat follows a more guided programme so that first-time guests can experience a balanced introduction to Wudang practice and culture.

The 21-Day and 30-Day Retreats allow more room to deepen particular areas depending on your experience, interests, the teaching schedule, and the master's guidance.

This may include more attention to Tai Chi, Qigong, standing meditation, foundational martial arts, breathwork, or other practices available during your stay.

We do not recommend arriving with a checklist of forms to “complete.” The retreat is designed around depth of practice rather than collecting techniques.

Accommodation is simple, comfortable, and chosen to support the rhythm of retreat life rather than a luxury-resort experience.

Rooms include the everyday essentials you need for a comfortable stay, and we provide full accommodation details before arrival.

Room configuration may vary by retreat date and availability. If you have a strong preference for a private room, are travelling as a couple, or have specific accommodation needs, please let us know when you enquire.

Wudang Retreat is intentionally closer to mountain living than to a conventional luxury hotel — comfort, cleanliness and atmosphere matter to us, but the experience remains grounded in the place.

Three meals are provided each day, with food designed to be simple, balanced, and suited to an active retreat rhythm.

Meals are primarily Chinese and local in style rather than Western resort dining.

We can usually accommodate common dietary preferences such as vegetarian meals, and we will ask about allergies and dietary requirements before arrival.

If you have a serious food allergy, strict medical dietary requirement, or multiple restrictions, please let us know before booking so we can confirm what can be safely accommodated.

No. You do not need to speak Chinese to join the retreat.

Wudang Retreat is designed for international guests, and our team provides English-language support throughout the core retreat experience.

Some masters and local practitioners may naturally teach or communicate partly in Chinese. Where needed, our team helps bridge the language and cultural context so that you can understand both the practice and everyday arrangements.

Learning a few Chinese phrases can be part of the fun — but it is not a requirement.

Most international guests travel to Wudang via a major Chinese city such as Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, or Wuhan, then continue by domestic flight or high-speed rail.

The main arrival points for the Wudang area include Shiyan Wudangshan Airport and Wudangshan West Railway Station.

After booking, we send you detailed arrival guidance, including recommended routes and the information you need for the final journey to the retreat.

Where pickup or transfer support is included or arranged for your retreat, we will confirm the exact meeting point and contact details before arrival.

If this is your first trip to China, send us your international flight plan before booking onward travel and we can help you choose the simplest route.

Yes. After your booking is confirmed, we can provide relevant retreat documentation such as a booking confirmation, invitation letter, itinerary, and accommodation information where appropriate.

Entry and visa requirements depend on your nationality, passport, length of stay, and current Chinese immigration rules.

We therefore recommend checking the latest requirements with the relevant Chinese embassy, consulate, or official immigration authority before travelling.

If you're unsure what supporting documents you may need from us, just ask — we'll help with the retreat-related documentation we are able to provide.

A deposit is required to secure your place, with the remaining balance due before arrival according to your booking confirmation.

Our current standard cancellation policy is:

30 days or more before arrival: full refund
15–29 days before arrival: 50% refund
Less than 15 days before arrival: non-refundable

If Wudang Retreat needs to cancel a confirmed retreat, we will contact you directly regarding refund or rescheduling options.

Because international travel plans can change unexpectedly, we strongly recommend purchasing appropriate travel and trip-cancellation insurance.