The use of inner fire in purifying and transmuting internal energies is one of the most important tools in Taoist internal alchemy. In this program, Qi Gong Level 6 practitioners will learn how to stoke the fast hot warrior fire and the slow warm scholar fire, immerse fire in water, and erect and maintain the alchemical furnace necessary for the transmutation of the three internal energies.

This program is only open to students who have completed Qi Gong Level 6. It is a requirement for advancement into Qi Gong Level 7.

Practical info

Arrival day: You’re invited to arrive from 4 pm on Sunday May 11 to allow time to register and settle in your room. Dinner is served at 6:30 pm. This will be followed by an introductory talk at 8 pm: this talk is an integral part of the programme, and attendance is required.

End of programme: The retreat will end on Saturday May 17 at 6 pm. You may depart on the evening of the May 17 or after breakfast on Sunday May 18. Please indicate your departure time on your registration form.

Attendance during the whole session is important to apply for the next level.

This programme is taught in English

The Qigong of Xiantianwujimen Taoism

Xiantianwujimen is a Taoist lineage founded by Chen Xiyi in 10th century China. “Xiantian” means prmordial, “wuji” means limitless, and “men” means gate. The translated name of the lineage is Primordial Limitless Gate.

This lineage specializes in using qigong to simultaneously cultivate and transform body and mind. A hermit and household tradition, Xiantianwujimen has been transmitted uninterrupted for over a thousand years. Qigong techniques favored by this lineage include self-massage, tendon-changing, calisthenics, marrow washing, and breath regulation.

Instruction of Xiantianwjimen qigong is offered by Eva Wong, a 19th generation carrier of the lineage, and by instructors authorized by the lineage.

For more information on the teachings and programs offered by Xiantianwujimen Taoism, please go to limitlessgate.com.


Programme price

Regular840 €
Patron948 €Help support lower income participants
Early Bird714 €Expires 11 February 2025
Under 30 years of age420 €

If you require financial assistance to attend this programme please contact [email protected].

Accommodation and food

Full board60 €/ night *

* includes standard accommodation and all meals.

Price information

  • Regular: this is the regular price for participating in the programme. Occasionaly (if specified in the programme description), there may be an additional fee for materials, to be paid upon arrival.
  • Patron: for those who can offer more than the regular price, your generosity in paying the Patron Price helps cover the costs for others who are not able to pay the full programme price and provides support to Dechen Chöling.
  • Early Bird: 15% discount on the regular programme price is possible only if you register and pay the total cost of your stay upfront, 3 months prior to the start of the programme, i.e. before 11 February 2025.
  • Under 30 years of age: 50% reduction on the regular programme price for persons under 30 years at the start of the programme.

Accommodation: the standard accommodation we provide is in a dormitory for the winter and a furnished two-person tent in the summer. Extra fees for room upgrades can be paid upon arrival. Additionally, room tax will be charged at 0.20 € per person, per night.

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Note: participation in any programme offered by the association of Dechen Chöling requires you to be up-to-date with the association’s annual fee (15 €), which can be settled upon arrival.