About the Venue — The Mill Retreat Centre
Set on a serene 30-acre estate, The Mill Retreat Centre is a sanctuary for the soul. Its natural habitats — lake, river, wetlands, woodlands — support a rich ecosystem, offering a quiet refuge for rest and reflection. The centre includes a spacious meditation/qigong room, cozy common areas, and comfortable accommodation.
Getting there is very accessible: from Paris, you can take a train to Aumale station, then a short taxi ride to the retreat, or maybe just an uber from the airport. It is even possible to drive from the UK via the Eurotunnel, or take your car on the ferry.
The Five Elements & What They Bring You
The retreat is based on classical Chinese Five Element theory — a powerful and elegant lens to understand energy, behavior, and life cycles. Over the course of the retreat, you’ll learn how each element expresses in:
- Water — deep wisdom, stillness, and creative flow.
- Wood — growth, purpose, and directional drive.
- Fire — openness, self-expression, and connection.
- Earth — groundedness, nurturing stability, and support.
- Metal — clarity, refinement, and letting go.
By embodying and balancing these energies, you can cultivate a life of greater harmony, resilience, and joy.
Who This Retreat Is For
This retreat is ideal for anyone who is:
- Curious about Qigong and wanting a comprehensive, foundational introduction
- Already practicing Qigong and ready to deepen their insight
- Looking for peaceful time in nature to reflect, reset, and reconnect
- Interested in understanding themselves at a deeper level
- Seeking community, connection, and shared growth
- Wanting a structured yet gentle retreat experience with plenty of personal space
The Qigong practices are gentle to moderate, and adaptable – guided by an experienced teacher to suit a variety of levels and needs.
Meet Your Guide
John Munro
Your retreat leader is John Munro, founder of Long White Cloud Qigong, with over 25 years of teaching experience. John has trained hundreds of Qigong teachers around the world and is deeply committed to making the wisdom of Qigong accessible, practical, and transformative. He has served in leadership roles in international Qigong associations and authored several books on the practice.
READY TO JOIN US?
This retreat offers the rare opportunity to step into a space of peace, wisdom, and natural beauty — supported by a likeminded group and guided by an experienced teacher.
If you are ready to reconnect with your body, quiet your mind, and deepen your understanding of the Five Elements…
Email us at info@longwhitecloudqigong.com
Spaces are limited and retreats often fill early.