Do you have the patience to wait till your mud settles and the water is clear?
– Lao Tzu, the Tao Te Ching

Step away from the noise. Reconnect with yourself. A weekend of silence, movement, and stillness — a sanctuary away from the hectic activities of life. Just a quiet rhythm of Tai Chi and meditation.

The Experience

This retreat isn’t about escape – it’s about discovery. The weekend is structured around focused Tai Chi practice and standing meditation supported by periods of silence. Meals and lodging are provided so you can completely unplug. No need to plan or talk – everything is taken care of. All you have to do is show up, breathe, and practice.

The Tai Chi Silent Retreat is challenging – physically and mentally – and that’s what makes it meaningful. Through steady effort and mindful attention, you’ll discover quiet strength, balance, and calm awareness. Each participant will take away the benefit of a deeper practice in three foundational pillars of T’ai Chi practice:
• Form Practice
• Standing Practice
• Posturing

The Rhythm of the Weekend

Friday Evening: Arrive, settle in, and begin gentle practice as the group eases into silence.
Saturday: A full day of silence – practice sessions, standing meditation, meals, rest. The stillness deepens.
Sunday: Morning practice continues in quiet focus, followed by time to reconnect and reflect before departure.

Why People Come

• To rest — away from daily noise, decisions, and responsibilities.
• To unplug — free from conversation, screens, and obligations.
• To reconnect — focus on breath, balance, and inner quiet.
• To grow — not through ease, but through steady, mindful challenge.

The Details of the Retreat

When
April 2027, April 16-18
Where
La Salle Retreat Center, 2101 Rue De La Salle Dr, Wildwood, MO 63038
Fees
$TBD- includes room and meals

The workshop is available to anyone who has learned the Yang short form and has practiced the entire form regularly.

Workshop fees include all meals from dinner on the Friday through breakfast Sunday, and a clean, private, single occupancy room. There will be a discount for sharing a bathroom – please indicate if you are willing, and if you have someone you plan to share with. Early registrants will have priority for a private bathroom, based on availability.

The number of rooms is limited. All reservations are based on availability. A room cannot be guaranteed without a deposit by the deadline date, once that is announced.

For registration or questions, click Registration, email andy@taichikc.com, or text Andy at 913-488-5847. Please include your something of your Tai Chi background if that isn’t already known.

Let tai chi relax the body,
Let silence relax the mind.
-Tom Krapu, Ph.D.