Qi Gong & Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu Retreat

Welcome to a Martial Arts Retreat focused on Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu & Qigong, for beginners and all levels of experience.

The retreat will follow the teaching style of the Nam Yang school which has it’s roots in the southern Shaolin Chinese tradition and will include Chi Kung, Shuang Yang, Pushing Hands & Sticky Hands , Traditional Fighting, Kung Fu drills , Shaolin Weapons, Theory and Meditation.

Location : Arillas, Corfu, Greece

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The retreat takes place in a unique natural setting, in the northwest of the Greek island, Corfu. We will be staying at the lovely Liana Apartments, which offers us a 70sqm high-quality air-conditioned seminar space for our practice, while also using locations in nature for different sessions.

During free time participants can enjoy the beach and explore the beautiful surroundings of Corfu. We are available to help you with information.

Daily Schedule – General Outline

3-hour Morning Practice Qi Gong, Shuang Yang Internal Form and Kung Fu

Free Time

3-hour Evening Practice : Kung Fu and Fighting Applications

Dinner

CURRICULUM

The camp will follow in principle the curriculum of the Nam Yang Kung Fu School, which includes different classes with different focus. We will aim to have a balanced schedule every day and can adjust to the group's energy levels as we move through the retreat.

The program will be a combination of the two pillars of Chinese Martial Arts: (1) The Internal Arts classes: Qi Gong, Shuang Yang (Internal Form similar to Tai Chi), Walking and Sitting Meditation, and (2) the External Arts practice which is namely the Kung Fu classes which include Sum Chien, Tiger Crane Kung Fu technique (strikes, blocks, kicks) , interactive exercises such as Pushing Hand and Sticky Hands, and one kind of Shaolin Weapon. In addition there will be a daily session on Kung Fu Theory and Philosophy.

The training will also include workouts and stretching sessions for strengthening and elasticity. There will be time for warm-up and a cooling down/ stretching before and after every dynamic session.

All sessions are beginner friendly, and the instructor is available to assist in any difficulty of students. Kung Fu practice is always conducted in a respectful and playful way. Our aim is to strengthen our bodies/minds and have fun by interacting with each other and challenging each other.

*Massage treatments and other therapy sessions are available upon request.

About the Instructor

Thomas Croc is a Kung Fu Instructor allied with the Nam Yang Pugilistic Association since 2017. He has trained worked as an instructor at the Nam Yang Kung Fu Retreat in Thailand while also offering independent teaching through classes, seminars and retreats around the world.

Thomas’ passion for Kung Fu is rooted in his journey to find Balance , Inner Strength and Vitality through the practice. The Kung Fu practice that he teaches is an integration of Meditation and Martial Arts and leads to a more complete lifestyle where the mind and body become connected and grow together in harmony.

Since 2019 Thomas lives in Greece with his partner Ageliki and their young son Lucas and is in the process of creating an official Nam Yang branch in Greece. He offers regular classes and workshops in Greece throughout the year and 2-3 Retreats per year.

More information at www.crockungfu.com

The Retreat lasts from the 19st - 25th of August and includes:

 5 full training days, 1 morning session on the last day, & 1 free day where we will go on an excursion / hike to a special place

PRICE: 550euros (Includes: Training, 5 large healthy meals, excursion)

Accommodation : starting at 35 euros/ night

**Other dates for this Retreat in 2025: 1 - 7 June , 13 - 19 July, 21 - 27 September

LOCATION

Arillas, Corfu, Greece

The village of Arillas is a thriving costal community in the northwest of the all-year green island of Corfu, Greece.

The area is especially popular with alternative individual tourism from all over the world, attracted by the unique combination of beautiful beaches, idyllic Greek life, international festivals, retreats, gatherings and spiritual offerings as well as an extensive variety of holistic healing options. In the last years Arillas has become one of the hotspots for alternative tourism in Greece.

-- HOW TO GET THERE --

BY AIR

Direct flights to Corfu International Airport  "Ioannis Kapodistrias" (CFU) , or connect in Athens. 

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Transport from Corfu Airport to Arillas via shuttle bus & taxi (about 45-60 minutes drive).

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AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICE:HolidayTaxisBus Shuttletransfer to Arillas from 12,72 € p.p.online booking: www.holidaytaxis.com

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PUBLIC SHUTTLE BUS:Greenbus A6 (Corfu – Arillas)Ticket Price: 4,00 €departure times see: www.greenbuses.gr

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BY SEA

By ferry from Italian cities like Venice, Ancona or Bari.

There is also a high frequency of ferries from Italy to Igoumenitsa on the mainland.If coming from mainland Greece  ferries to Corfu depart every hour from Igoumenitsa. It is also possible to take your car in a combination with ferries. 

You can prebook your tickets online for discounted prices with one of the 2 ferrry companies:  

KERKYRA LINEShttps://kerkyralines.com/

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KERKYRA SEAWAYS

https://www.kerkyraseaways.gr/