In the Footsteps of Qigong & Taiji
Five Animals Play – Flow Movements in the Engadin Mountains
Five Animals Play
18 – 21 October 2026
In this workshop, you will discover a practice that combines over 1,800-year-old Qigong movements for physical and emotional regulation with insights from modern neuroscience and psychology. A holistic approach to regulating energy, the nervous system, and emotions—with simple exercises that can be continued in everyday life. Set against the majestic backdrop of the Engadin mountains, the workshop offers space for movement, breathwork, mindfulness, and sharing.
The training is based on the “Five Animals Play,” a form of regulatory movement developed over 1,800 years ago by Hua Tuo, one of the most renowned physicians in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The dynamic movements of the tiger, deer, bear, monkey, and crane embody natural qualities such as strength and serenity, stability and lightness, as well as focus and freedom. At the same time, they open a pathway to fundamental emotions such as anger, fear, worry, overexcitement, and sadness. Your hosts: Wei Braunberger & Dr. Bingjie Cheng
Your benefits:
- Activation of body, mind, and energy
- Fundamentals of Taiji and Qigong culture and their principles
- Effects on the body, mind, and emotions from the perspective of TCM
- Movement practices of the Five Animals Play (in nature, if possible)
- Stress regulation, body awareness, and emotional stabilization
- Insights from neuroscience and psychology
- Insights into Daoist history and philosophy
• From CHF 1'752 per person for single occupancy in a double room
• From CHF 1'584 per person for double occupancy in a double room
Course participation without overnight stay available upon request.
Included services
The package includes the following services:
- Course participation, including drinks during breaks
- Welcome aperitif
- 3 nights in a double room or double room for single use, including breakfast
- 3 dinners
- 3 lunches
Course start: SU at 6 pm / Course end: WED after lunch
In addition, the package includes the following services: free access to the Maistra 160 Hotel spa (including two saunas, a steam room, a relaxation pool with a bubble lounger, a fitness room, a relaxation room, and the atrium), exercise program, daily room cleaning, free admission to the Creative Box, use of all common areas and the curated library at the hotel, and free Wi-Fi access.
Please note that a minimum of 6 participants is required.