Chen 48 Form:

Tai Chi & Qigong Fundamentals

(Beginner & Intermediate Level)

June 2-7 2026, Blowing Rock, NC

Learning Wisdom from Grandmaster Yang Yang, PhD —
In-Person

4 decades of practice and teaching | 3 decades of scientific research
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Why Attend This Camp?

This in-person camp offers a rare opportunity to learn authentic Tai Chi, Qigong, and functional meditation directly from a master teacher. cultivatedTraining emphasizes embodying wisdom through deep understanding, cultivated through stillness, movement, and everyday activities. 

By the end of the camp, participants commonly experience:

  • A calmer, clearer, and more resilient mind

  • Reduced pain and risk of injury

  • Improved balance and stability

  • Deeper, more restorative sleep and immune resilience

  • Enhanced focus, coordination, and cognition

What You’ll Learn

The essential ingredients of traditional Tai Chi & Qigong training — interpreted, systematized, and distilled through modern science

  • Awaken and elevate the mind through functional meditation

  • Slow down to achieve more

  • Develop body awareness and deep relaxation

  • Build a strong, functional core (丹田 dāntián)

  • Refine footwork and body alignment

  • Selected Chen-style Tai Chi & Qigong movements

Camp Highlights

  • Location: Blowing Rock Conference Center, nestled in the tranquil Blue Ridge Mountains.

  • Training: 5.5 hours of daily instruction personally taught by Grandmaster Yang Yang, PhD, with optional evening practice sessions to deepen your learning.

  • Community: Engage with a vibrant group of Tai Chi practitioners from diverse backgrounds.

Tuition and Registration

  • Early Tuition Payment: $1,325 (Jan 5, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026)

  • Standard Tuition: $1,375 (starting Apr 1, 2026)

  • Bonus: Attend both camps and enjoy a $200 discount. (Discount applied after one camp is paid in full)

  • Tuition includes a COVID-19 kit

  • Approval required to secure your spot

Application Process

  1. Log into your WaQi account.

  2. Submit the application form.

  3. Receive approval within 1-2 weeks.

  4. Upon acceptance, you will receive links to complete tuition payment and register with Blowing Rock Conference Center for lodging and meals.

Lodging and Meals

Lodging and meals are arranged through the Blowing Rock Conference Center, offering several options:

  • Single Occupancy Lodge Room (including meals): $704.26

  • Double Occupancy Lodge Room (including meals): $512.59 per person

  • Cottage (including meals): $456.21 per person

  • Meals Only (staying offsite): $208.16

Meals are buffet-style and accommodate special dietary needs. Reservations open March 15, 2026.

Transportation to Blowing Rock

Blowing Rock is approximately two hours from Charlotte Airport. You can:

  1. Rent a Car: Directions available on the Blowing Rock Conference Center website.

  2. Take the Hickory Hop Shuttle Service: Request direct drop-off at the conference center for an additional fee.

  3. Reserve with EZ Shuttle.

Training Schedule

  • Tuesday, June 2: Check-in begins at 3:00pm; instruction from 6:30-8:30pm.

  • Wednesday-Saturday: 5.5 hours of daily instruction, plus optional evening training.

  • Sunday, June 7: Check out by 11am. Optional instruction from 8:00-9:00am and 11:00 AM-12:00pm.

Refund Policy

  • Cancellation by applicant before May 4, 2026: Refund minus $150 application fee.

  • Cancellation by applicant between May 4 and May 25, 2026: 50% refund.

  • Cancellation by applicant after May 25, 2026: No refund.

  • Full refund if camp is canceled by WaQi.

Apply for Camp Here