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A Rich, Multi-Day Experience for Renewal, Deepening, and Inner Transformation
In our multi-day retreats, each moment becomes an opportunity to return to oneself, to engage in deep practice, and to form a genuine connection with both nature and community. These programs are held in carefully selected environments, intentionally designed to offer a comprehensive setting for learning, direct experience, and mindful living.
A dynamic blend of physical practices (Taijiquan, Yoga, Qigong), guided meditations, teaching-centered dialogues, and collective rituals make these retreats a rare chance to embody harmony and full presence.
Over the course of these days, learning moves from intellectual understanding to lived experience—a vivid, transformative memory that stays with you, not only in the mind, but in the body, breath, and overall approach to life.
This is an invitation to an immersive and integrated experience of inner arts, conscious awareness, and harmonious living.
Domestic Camps and Seminars:
Tehran Autumn Camp 2005
Date: November 9–11, 2005 | Aban 18–20, 1384 | 15 hours
Location: Tehran, Iran
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
Tehran Winter Camp 2006
Date: February 22–24, 2006 | Esfand 3–5, 1384 | 12 hours
Location: Tehran, Iran
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
Tehran Autumn Camp 2006
Date: November 8–12, 2006 | Aban 17–21, 1385 | 21 hours
Location: Tehran, Iran
With Master Robert Was
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands, Chin Na
Tehran Spring Camp 2008
Date: May 7–11, 2008 | Ordibehesht 18–22, 1387 | 24 hours
Location: Tehran, Iran
With Master Robert Was
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands, Chin Na
Kelardasht Spring Camp 2009
Date: May 9–11, 2009 | Ordibehesht 19–21, 1388 | 15 hours
Location: Kelardasht, Iran
Content: Medical Qigong
Tehran Autumn Camp 2009
Date: October 3–5, 2009 | Mehr 11–13, 1388 | 15 hours
Location: Kelardasht, Iran
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
Kelardasht Spring Camp 2010
Date: May 8–11, 2010 | Ordibehesht 18–21, 1389 | 21 hours
Location: Kelardasht, Iran
With Master Robert Was
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
Tehran Autumn Camp 2011
Date: October 8–11, 2011 | Mehr 16–18, 1390 | 15 hours
Location: Kelardasht, Iran
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
Tehran Summer Camp 2012
Date: June 23–26, 2012 | Tir 3–6, 1391 | 21 hours
Location: Tehran, Iran
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
Kelardasht Autumn Camp 2013
Date: October 5–10, 2013 | Mehr 13–18, 1392 | 30 hours
Location: Kelardasht, Iran
With Master Pedro Rodrigues
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands, Tai Chi Sword
Kelardasht Autumn Camp 2014
Date: September 26 – October 2, 2014 | Mehr 4–10, 1393 | 30 hours
Location: Kelardasht, Iran
With Master Pedro Rodrigues
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
Kelardasht Spring Camp 2015
Date: June 13–18, 2015 | Khordad 23–28, 1394 | 30 hours
Location: Kelardasht, Iran
With Master Pedro Rodrigues
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
Kelardasht Spring Camp 2016
Date: June 11–16, 2016 | Khordad 22–27, 1395 | 30 hours
Location: Kelardasht, Iran
With Master Pedro Rodrigues
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
Kelardasht Spring Camp 2017
Date: June 10–15, 2017 | Khordad 20–25, 1396 | 30 hours
Location: Kelardasht, Iran
With Master Pedro Rodrigues
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
Kelardasht Summer Camp 2018
Date: July 7–12, 2018 | Tir 16–21, 1397 | 30 hours
Location: Kelardasht, Iran
Content: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tai Chi Pushing Hands
International Camps:
Poland Camp 2011
Date: July 1–10, 2011 | Tir 10–19, 1390
Location: Brenna, Poland
Instructors: Dr. Yang, Nicholas Yang, Robert Was, Pedro Rodrigues, and others
Content: Tai Chi, Chin Na, Tai Chi Sword, Shaolin, Martial Applications
France Camp 2015
[Details not specified]
Portugal Camp 2016
[Details not specified]
Where and How Do We Begin?
The Path to Maturity
Every meaningful journey begins with a conscious step. In the process of inner cultivation and disciplined training, we stand beside you with care and structure to ensure a personal, coherent, and effective path. The Path to Maturity provides a clear framework for beginning, deepening, and expanding your practice—rooted in self-awareness, ongoing mentorship, and continuous progress assessment.
This journey unfolds in five stages:
- Initial Consultation Request
- Interview and Assessment
- Receiving a Personalized Program
- Beginning Practice with Instructor Guidance
- Progress Evaluation and Path Expansion
This roadmap is designed to support your movement from initial intention toward depth, growth, and inner transformation.
Request Initial Consultation
Submit the form and begin the dialogue to identify your needs.
Participate in Interview and Assessment
Review your background, goals, and individual capacity.
Receive Personalized Program
A tailored training path designed based on your assessment.
Start Practice with Guidance
Start structured sessions with direct support from instructors.
Evaluate Progress and Expand the Journey
Ongoing review, adjustments, and deeper development of your practice.
Course Registration Request Form
Related Events
Summer Seminars on Tai Chi and Medical Qigong – YFH, USA
In the summer of 2025, a series of specialized seminars took place at the mountain retreat of Yang’s Family Heights (YFH) with the presence of Dr. Yang. These seminars featured advanced training in Tai Chi Chuan, Tai Chi Sword, Push Hands (Tuishou), and Fighting Set forms.
The final segment focused primarily on Medical Qigong and the Grand Circulation of Energy (Da Mai). Although the groups were smaller in size, participants demonstrated high enthusiasm and commitment.
All classes were held at full capacity, and the combination of a serene retreat environment alongside the mountain nature created an ideal setting for focused learning and growth. Meals were provided by a professional chef, emphasizing healthful and nourishing cuisine.
Dr. Yang has announced that summer 2026 may mark the final occurrence of these seminars at YFH.
Summer Seminars on Tai Chi and Medical Qigong – YFH, USA
In the summer of 2025, a series of specialized seminars took place at the mountain retreat of Yang’s Family Heights (YFH) with the presence of Dr. Yang. These seminars featured advanced training in Tai Chi Chuan, Tai Chi Sword, Push Hands (Tuishou), and Fighting Set forms.
The final segment focused primarily on Medical Qigong and the Grand Circulation of Energy (Da Mai). Although the groups were smaller in size, participants demonstrated high enthusiasm and commitment.
All classes were held at full capacity, and the combination of a serene retreat environment alongside the mountain nature created an ideal setting for focused learning and growth. Meals were provided by a professional chef, emphasizing healthful and nourishing cuisine.
Dr. Yang has announced that summer 2026 may mark the final occurrence of these seminars at YFH.
Attendance Type
In Person
Instructors
Grandmaster Dr. Yang, Juing-Ming
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Companions Experience
Amid the rush of daily life and constant pressures, YMAA became a place of pause and focus for me. Through Tai Chi practice, I found balance, mental discipline, and a new sense of clarity and order.
Companions Experience
The management of this center reflects a clear vision and deep respect for the traditional legacy of internal arts. From well-structured class schedules to respectful and responsible communication, everything operates at a truly professional and reliable standard.
Companions Experience
At Studio Emkan, practice was never just about movement—it taught me to live more consciously in my body. For years, Tai Chi had been a mental concept to me, but here, I experienced it in action: focus, presence, and inner balance. This space became a point of reconnection with myself—calm, structured, and sincere.