Course was great, hotel was simple, familiar and clean. I would do the course again.
Christine N.
—Verified review
Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, Oct. 9–11, 2026
4.5 (2 Reviews) · Willingen , Germany
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Summary
Certified prevention course, subsidized by health insurance providers, October 9–11, 2026.
In the beautiful Sauerland region, a 5-minute drive from Willingen and surrounded by nature, we offer an intensive introductory Tai Chi course. No prior experience is required.
Over the weekend (Fri.–Sun.), you’ll discover the Asian art of movement known as Tai Chi Chuan. When practiced regularly, Tai Chi improves flexibility and body balance, calms the mind, promotes relaxation, and fosters a greater sense of serenity. Breath and energy can flow freely, giving us the strength to cope with everyday life.
Anyone who wants to learn Tai Chi, take a break from the daily grind, and (re)connect with themselves and their body is welcome to join the course. The intensive course consists of 10 hours spread over three days, during which we’ll explore the concept of mindfulness and learn the Tai Chi Yang short form “Ba chengyi si.” If the weather is nice, we look forward to practicing Tai Chi with you in the midst of nature on the hotel’s numerous meadows and outdoor spaces!
Your Tai Chi master students, Katja Möller and Uwe Kroggel, are certified by the German Umbrella Organization for Taiji and Qigong and run a Tai Chi school as well as a training center for aspiring Tai Chi instructors and teachers in Langenfeld (Rhineland).
The retreat at a glance
The most important facts in a nutshell:
- Categories
- Taijiquan, Nature Vacation, Meditation, Qigong, Relaxation, Wellness, Detox Retreats
- Date
- 2026-10-09 - 2026-10-11
- Language(s)
- German
- Level
- Beginner
- Group Size
- 10
- Place
- Willingen , Germany
- Accommodation
- not included
- Catering
- Full board
- Services
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2 x 60-minute Qigong and Dao exercises in the afternoon
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1 x 60-minute meditation and Daoist health massage (Saturday before breakfast)
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Certificate issued at the end of the course for health insurance providers. The course is recognized as a preventive health course and is subsidized up to 70%.
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2 x 60-minute Taiji Basics — Introduction to the first Tai Chi movements in the morning
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Course manual for reviewing and practicing the exercises at home as well
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Plenty of nature and peace and quiet
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Hiking trails starting right from the hotel
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2 x 60-minute Taiji Basics sessions—Learn more Taiji movements in the afternoon
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3 x 60-minute sessions of the "Ba chengyi si" short-form Tai Chi in the morning
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Accommodation
Hotel package in a double room, including shower/toilet: €180.00 per person, including full board
Single room supplement per night: €30.00
Cancellation policy: Please contact the hotel.
Catering
2 delicious, healthy breakfasts
1 light lunch
2 light dinners
The hotel rate is not included in the listed price and must be paid directly at the hotel.
Any applicable visitor's tax is also not included in the hotel rate.
sequence
Friday:
- Starting at 2:00 p.m. Arrival
- 4:30–6:30 p.m. First class: Introduction to Tai Chi
Saturday:
- 7:30–8:30 a.m. Second class: Dao exercises and meditation
- 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Third class: Tai Chi Basics
- 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Fourth class: Tai Chi Basics
Sunday:
- 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Fifth class: Tai Chi short form “Ba chengyi si”
- starting at 3:00 p.m. Departure
We recommend bringing comfortable athletic clothing.
Around 12:30–1:00 p.m. and 7:00–7:30 p.m. (by arrangement), we’ll meet for a shared lunch or evening snack (optional). There is free time between class sessions. During this time, you can drive to Willingen, go hiking in the surrounding area (e.g., to the beautiful Diemelsee), or relax in the hotel’s natural sauna.
If you’d like to extend your hotel stay, please contact Hotel Baumwipfel well in advance.
Arrival
Traveling by Car:
If you're traveling in your own car, please enter "Willingen (Upland)" into your navigation system!
From the north: Take the A 33 toward Paderborn, then continue to the Bad Wünnenberg – Alme – Brilon – Willingen exit
From the northeast: Take the A 44 toward Kassel – Dortmund, then take the Zierenberg – Istha – Korbach – Willingen exit
From the southeast: Take the A 7 toward Kassel, then take the Homberg (Efze) exit, followed by Wabern – Bad Wildungen – Sachsenhausen – Korbach – Willingen
From the south: A 5 toward Frankfurt – Gießen, then take the A 485 to the Gießen North Interchange – Marburg – Frankenberg – Korbach – Willingen
From the west: A 44 Dortmund–Kassel, take the Anröchte/Erwitte exit – Rüthen – Brilon – Willingen
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Katja and Uwe are a good team when it comes to giving beginners an insight into the Taiji exercises. Very competent, very patient and didactically valuable the first knowledge is conveyed. We have benefited greatly and continue to practice!
Gudrun Schwenke
—Verified review
Cancellation policy
Full refund up to 30 days before arrival.After this, the booking is non-refundable.
If you cancel up to 30 days before the course begins, you may cancel free of charge.
If you cancel the course up to 14 days before it begins, the cancellation fee is 50%.
If the course is canceled less than 14 days before the start date, the cancellation fee is 100%.
If the course is canceled by the organizer, participants will receive a full refund of the course fee.
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