Date: October 26th (SAT) 10:00 - 17:30, 2024
Location: Shimen, New Taipei City, Taiwan
Level: All levels are warmly welcomed
Category: Inspire & Connect
*Inspire & Connect provide retreats that help us pursue inner happiness, peace, freedom, and personal growth through wellness group activities. Here in a safe space, together we discuss ideas without judgment, and share stories we've never told a soul.
*The retreat will proceed with a minimum of 5 attendees. If there are fewer than 5 attendees, we will notify you and issue a full refund one week before the retreat starts.
*Please note that this is an adult-exclusive retreat available to people 16 years of age and older.
Do you remember the last time you truly felt happy and laughed out loud?
This October, join us at the North Coast where art and nature merge and resonate with laughter. We will wash away long-accumulated fatigue with pure joy and shed the burdens of daily life.
First, we will journey through time, immersing ourselves in sacred songs from around the world, opening all the senses needed for this journey.
Next, we will explore the mysteries of the seven chakras. Each type of laughter acts as a key, unlocking the corresponding energy center within the body. From gentle smiles to hearty laughter, feel every cell in your body stretch out in joy, returning to a state of ultimate relaxation.
When we let go of all labels and restraints, it's as if we've returned to childhood, laughing freely without any reservations. Laughter echoes in the air, spreading from one person to another, creating a sea of joy.
Finally, we end with a laughter meditation and quiet reflection. Explore the landscape of your inner world with your own voice, bathing in pure frequencies. Gradually, everything returns to serenity.
This laughter-filled experience of awareness will take away all worries and anxiety. We will return to our lives filled with energy and joy, eagerly awaiting the next gathering.
What To Expect
Wear your most comfortable clothes and bring environmentally friendly tableware.
Put down your phones and communicate with the world attentively.
Stay weird and stay unique.
Full schedule will be provided after booking is confirmed.
Laughter Yoga and Sound Healing : El & Nina
In this retreat, we will experience the healing power of various "sounds" together. Unlike typical meditation and sound healing, El & Nina will lead us in exploring a variety of healing methods centered around "laughter," allowing us to leave our worries behind and return to daily life with pure happiness.
French mentor El has lived in Hawaii, India, Malaysia, London, and the Philippines. With over two decades of guiding experience, he specializes in various techniques such as “Energy Medicine," "Emotional Reprogramming," "Sound Healing," "Inner Dance," "Kundalini Yoga," and more. He has assisted people from around the world in adjusting their physical, mental, and spiritual states, overcoming challenges, including cancer patients.
"The greatest secret to maintaining physical health is to first take care of our emotional well-being." El is a nature enthusiast, a talented chef, a life enthusiast, and a keen observer of beauty in everyday life.
As an art creator and illustration therapist, Nina has navigated through the difficult phases of work-life balance. She is determined to engage in work that nurtures both the body and mind, living the life her soul truly desires.
“I find solace in doodling and creating art as a way to quiet my mind and release inner turmoil.”
Through methods such as "Energy Healing Illustrations," "Mandala Creation," "Crystal Information Reading," "Unicorn Reiki," "Emotional Reprogramming & Energy Medicine," Nina guides people to enhance self-awareness, release accumulated stress, and manage emotions.
El & Nina will gently guide everyone through the healing path.
*This session will be guided bilingually.
Space
Our space is located only ten minutes away from the ocean, giving us a chance to be very close to nature.
As you walk indoors, you will notice that the rooms are filled with arts and ornaments that light up our surroundings. While you are here, your soul is completely healed by the beauty of the environment.
Nourish
Soul Barn Private Chef loves exploring ingredients in its purest form and bringing out each ingredient’s specialty through different cooking techniques.
He believes that each ingredient is a gift from Mother Nature, and it is important to understand its benefits to our body and incorporate it into our meals.
Mindful Lunch
Sun-dried Tomato and Seasonal Vegetable Rice Noodles
Garlic Edamame Dip with Chayote Squash
Roasted Cumin Cauliflower
Smoked Cheese Sauce with Pan-fried Potato Salad
Grass Jelly with Taro
*Our private kitchen customizes the dishes according to the season and provides us with the freshest ingredients. Therefore, not all meals will be shown in the photos.
Transportation
Distance from Tamsui MRT Station
30 minutes drive
Distance from Baishawan Beach
10 minutes walk
Distance from North Coast & Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Administration
3 minutes drive
10 minutes walk
*Transportation details will be informed one week prior to the event
*If you have any questions regarding transportation, please let us know!
Retreat Includes
Sound Meditation with the voice
Sacred Chants and Mantras
Chanting various chants and mantras from around the world fosters a sense of spiritual connection within the group.
The Sounds of Laughter for Each Chakra
Laughter produces different sounds, and each chakra corresponds to a specific type of laughter. We will practice these various types of laughter.
Sound Roller Coaster
This engaging exercise brings joy and laughter to participants. We will take turns creating a short movement accompanied by a sound from our voice, and the entire group will attempt to imitate it simultaneously.
Laughter Yoga
Laughter is highly beneficial for our physical and emotional health. We will practice several interactive exercises to experience "laughter yoga."
Laughter Meditation with Harmonic chant and singing bowls
We will then proceed to harmonic chanting, followed by laughter and harmonic chanting again to achieve deep relaxation and bliss. At this stage, the group leaders will provide a "Sound Bath" using singing bowls and other instruments.
Sharing Circle
Mindful Lunch
Music and snacks
A Great Opportunity to Unplug, Experience and Connect
*The Internet is required to be turned OFF during the event, yet photos are allowed to be taken during the entire time. (Please let us know if you need internet access, and we will arrange it for you.)
Retreat Price
Early bird tickets are limited, only 2 spots available.
Early Bird - 3,900 TWD per person
Standard - 4,350 TWD per person
Wellness Club Members - 3,690 TWD per person
(Learn more about our Wellness Club Members)
Soul Barn will provide our Stay Grounded and Flow & Balance yoga mat for attendees to use in the retreat.
If you wish to purchase your own yoga mat, please select “Add-on Stay Grounded Yoga Mat” or “Add-on Flow & Balance Yoga Mat” in our Reservation Form.
How To Book?
RESERVATION FORM:
Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis. Please click the “Book now“ button to fill in the reservation form, and wait patiently while we process your request.REQUEST PROCESSED:
You MUST add us on LINE (@soulbarn) and send a message providing the following information :Full Name:
Event date:
Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis, and they do get sold up really quickly. Our team will provide our bank account information as soon as we receive your message.
P.S. If you do not have a LINE account, please contact us through Facebook @soulbarn.
PAYMENT PROCESSED:
Please proceed with the payment at your earliest convenience no later than 3 days after you receive our bank account information. Without receiving your payment, the booking system will cancel your reservation automatically. Don’t forget to provide the last five digits of your bank account number and the total amount you have transferred.RESERVATION COMPLETED:
Please wait patiently as our team members contact you shortly. The reservation is completed once the payment is received.
* The Pre-Departure Notice (including the venue's address, the detailed schedule, and the recommended packing list. ) will be sent through our Official LINE one week prior to the event.
* To ensure the accuracy of information, please make sure all companions fill out the form as well.
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 14 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a 100% refund.
Cancellations made between 2 - 13 days of the event will receive a 70% refund.
Cancellations made within 2 days of the event will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations made on the day of the event or during the event are non-refundable unless an emergency occurred and is provided with proof.
However, the booking can be transferred to a different person if you’re unable to attend.
