
Tai Chi & Chi Kung
Soft, meditative tai chi and chi kung practice in medium stance that gently stretches soft tissues, improves skeletal alignment and balance, and deepens breathwork to sharpen concentration.
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Gentle standing Qigong practice of traditional stretching and toning movements that build resilience, core strength, and breath awareness; adaptable for all ages and abilities and scalable from restorative to more challenging.

Gentle standing Qigong practice of traditional stretching and toning movements that build resilience, core strength, and breath awareness; adaptable for all ages and abilities and scalable from restorative to more challenging.
Gentle standing Qigong practice of traditional stretching and toning movements that build resilience, core strength, and breath awareness; adaptable for all ages and abilities and scalable from restorative to more challenging.

Slow, meditative movement practice emphasizing Yang 10 and 24 forms and restorative Qigong exercises to build balance, breath control, and joint mobility for beginners in a supportive group setting.

Slow, meditative movement practice emphasizing Yang 10 and 24 forms and restorative Qigong exercises to build balance, breath control, and joint mobility for beginners in a supportive group setting.
Slow, meditative movement practice emphasizing Yang 10 and 24 forms and restorative Qigong exercises to build balance, breath control, and joint mobility for beginners in a supportive group setting.

Supportive, healing group meditation designed for psychotherapists, spiritual practitioners, social workers, teachers, and bodyworkers, with gentle breath-centered sits and peer care to foster restorative replenishment and community connection.

Supportive, healing group meditation designed for psychotherapists, spiritual practitioners, social workers, teachers, and bodyworkers, with gentle breath-centered sits and peer care to foster restorative replenishment and community connection.
Supportive, healing group meditation designed for psychotherapists, spiritual practitioners, social workers, teachers, and bodyworkers, with gentle breath-centered sits and peer care to foster restorative replenishment and community connection.

Slow seated tea ritual with Chinese tea to settle qi transitions into Standing Pose (Zhan Zhuang) practice emphasizing posture, sinking qi to the dantian, and foundational Tai Chi alignment for beginners.

Slow seated tea ritual with Chinese tea to settle qi transitions into Standing Pose (Zhan Zhuang) practice emphasizing posture, sinking qi to the dantian, and foundational Tai Chi alignment for beginners.
Slow seated tea ritual with Chinese tea to settle qi transitions into Standing Pose (Zhan Zhuang) practice emphasizing posture, sinking qi to the dantian, and foundational Tai Chi alignment for beginners.

Slow, grounded qigong sequences blending yin and yang movements to rebalance endocrine, nervous, immune, and organ systems; simple, breath centered exercises are easily modified for any health level to restore energy and calm.

Slow, grounded qigong sequences blending yin and yang movements to rebalance endocrine, nervous, immune, and organ systems; simple, breath centered exercises are easily modified for any health level to restore energy and calm.
Slow, grounded qigong sequences blending yin and yang movements to rebalance endocrine, nervous, immune, and organ systems; simple, breath centered exercises are easily modified for any health level to restore energy and calm.

Gentle asana movement focusing on mindful stretching and alignment for all levels in a peaceful lodge setting. Instructor Leslie Temme leads donation based sessions at The Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Gentle asana movement focusing on mindful stretching and alignment for all levels in a peaceful lodge setting. Instructor Leslie Temme leads donation based sessions at The Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.
Gentle asana movement focusing on mindful stretching and alignment for all levels in a peaceful lodge setting. Instructor Leslie Temme leads donation based sessions at The Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Instruction in Flying Rainbow single and double fan forms with partnered drills demonstrating the fans’ martial applications; suitable for practitioners learning weaponized tai chi movements, with practice fans provided if needed.

Instruction in Flying Rainbow single and double fan forms with partnered drills demonstrating the fans’ martial applications; suitable for practitioners learning weaponized tai chi movements, with practice fans provided if needed.
Instruction in Flying Rainbow single and double fan forms with partnered drills demonstrating the fans’ martial applications; suitable for practitioners learning weaponized tai chi movements, with practice fans provided if needed.

Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.
Deep restorative iRest Yoga Nidra practice developed by Richard Miller, adapted from ancient Yoga Nidra, guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner awareness at the serene Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Breath centered gentle yoga and restorative stretches beside cascading water; a small group micro retreat for all levels to unwind, deepen breath, and reconnect with nature for physical and mental rejuvenation.

Breath centered gentle yoga and restorative stretches beside cascading water; a small group micro retreat for all levels to unwind, deepen breath, and reconnect with nature for physical and mental rejuvenation.
Breath centered gentle yoga and restorative stretches beside cascading water; a small group micro retreat for all levels to unwind, deepen breath, and reconnect with nature for physical and mental rejuvenation.
Moving meditation with slow, guided movement sequences and breathwork that blend gentle flow and mindfulness to cultivate inner peace, balance, and stress reduction; accessible pacing ideal for beginners and community wellness participants.
Moving meditation with slow, guided movement sequences and breathwork that blend gentle flow and mindfulness to cultivate inner peace, balance, and stress reduction; accessible pacing ideal for beginners and community wellness participants.
Moving meditation with slow, guided movement sequences and breathwork that blend gentle flow and mindfulness to cultivate inner peace, balance, and stress reduction; accessible pacing ideal for beginners and community wellness participants.

Breath-centered outdoor yoga on Bearwallow Mountain Trail, practicing gentle stretches and balance postures amid fresh forest air and panoramic ridge views. All levels welcome; bring a mat, water, and dress for trail conditions.

Breath-centered outdoor yoga on Bearwallow Mountain Trail, practicing gentle stretches and balance postures amid fresh forest air and panoramic ridge views. All levels welcome; bring a mat, water, and dress for trail conditions.
Breath-centered outdoor yoga on Bearwallow Mountain Trail, practicing gentle stretches and balance postures amid fresh forest air and panoramic ridge views. All levels welcome; bring a mat, water, and dress for trail conditions.
Guided forest bathing through Kanuga's quiet woods, blending slow sensory mindfulness with intention setting and reflective pauses. Morning session emphasizes breath, gentle movement, and deep nature connection among towering hardwoods.
Guided forest bathing through Kanuga's quiet woods, blending slow sensory mindfulness with intention setting and reflective pauses. Morning session emphasizes breath, gentle movement, and deep nature connection among towering hardwoods.
Guided forest bathing through Kanuga's quiet woods, blending slow sensory mindfulness with intention setting and reflective pauses. Morning session emphasizes breath, gentle movement, and deep nature connection among towering hardwoods.

Structured beginner Kung Fu training for children focusing on basic stances, coordination, and respectful discipline through age appropriate exercises and partner drills to build confidence and physical self control.

Structured beginner Kung Fu training for children focusing on basic stances, coordination, and respectful discipline through age appropriate exercises and partner drills to build confidence and physical self control.
Structured beginner Kung Fu training for children focusing on basic stances, coordination, and respectful discipline through age appropriate exercises and partner drills to build confidence and physical self control.
Restorative movement, guided breathwork, and immersive sound healing designed to uplift the body and calm the nervous system; participants gather for gentle somatic exercises and vocal toning in a meditative community retreat setting.
Restorative movement, guided breathwork, and immersive sound healing designed to uplift the body and calm the nervous system; participants gather for gentle somatic exercises and vocal toning in a meditative community retreat setting.
Restorative movement, guided breathwork, and immersive sound healing designed to uplift the body and calm the nervous system; participants gather for gentle somatic exercises and vocal toning in a meditative community retreat setting.

Quiet guided mindfulness with gentle horses nearby, using equine assisted grounding and breathwork to deepen presence and reduce stress; sessions unfold in a peaceful farm setting welcoming all experience levels.

Quiet guided mindfulness with gentle horses nearby, using equine assisted grounding and breathwork to deepen presence and reduce stress; sessions unfold in a peaceful farm setting welcoming all experience levels.
Quiet guided mindfulness with gentle horses nearby, using equine assisted grounding and breathwork to deepen presence and reduce stress; sessions unfold in a peaceful farm setting welcoming all experience levels.