Pearl of the Moon & Chan Meditation Summer Retreat In-Person with Dr. Liu Dong
Immerse yourself in 3-days of Qigong and Meditation led by Dr. Liu Dong. In this retreat, he will introduce you to the form Pearl of the Moon, Chan Meditation, and Guan Yin Mantra/Mudras.
Pearl of the Moon is a powerful Qigong form that is specific for eye issues. Passed down from generations in the Liu family, it is a form for activating Liver blood, waking up Kidney Jing, and nourishing the eyes. Furthermore, it helps to reset the signals of 12 cranial nerves, especially the IInd, IIIrd, IVth, and VIth cranial nerves.
Chan Meditation is a personal internal journey, utilizing breath and visualization to renew your perspective!
IN-PERSON Retreat for our July sessions!
We plan to gather in person this summer at the Alton L. Collins Retreat Center! We look forward to connecting with you!
The facilities provide a lodge-type feel with many outdoor spaces, a large lobby, a library, and more! Magnificent western red cedars grace the grounds. The natural forest setting has been preserved. Trails take you through the woods and along the streams that meander around the grounds. Their chef and culinary team make sure your meals nourish your mind and body so you can focus on retreat.
The Alton L. Collins Retreat Center is dedicated to offering a safe, quality environment for growth and reflection for service worldwide. The center is nestled in a Pacific northwestern forest surrounded by majestic, moss-covered cedar, spruce, fir, hemlock, and big-leaf maple. The natural environment supports ferns, trillium, and salmonberry bushes covering the forest floor.
- FORM: qigong form for your personal practice; this allows for self-healing and the ability to connect with qi and transmit
- THEORY: Chinese Medicine, Daoist Medicine (pertaining to the season, form, meridians, acupoints)
- PHILOSOPHY: Qigong philosophy, lifestyle practices – what is most beneficial for the season in regard to daily living
- Lectures & handouts
- 15 hours of in-person classes
This is a 15-hour retreat.
Saturday, July 25, 2026: 9am-12:00pm & 3-6pm
Sunday, July 26, 2026: 9am-12:00pm & 3-6pm
Monday, July 27, 2026: 9am-12pm
Location:
Alton L. Collins Retreat Center
32867 SE Highway 211
Eagle Creek, Oregon, 97022
Tuition for the 15-hour retreat:
Early Registration $485 paid by June 24, 2026, or $515 paid after June 24 (if allowed by the retreat center-please check with us first on availabilty). YOU WILL NEED TO ENROLL BY June 25, 2026 (the retreat center requires final notice by then to schedule staff ).
Pay Online Here – Early Tuition $485
If Paying by Check: Download Registration Form and enclose with check.
Please advise us via email if you are mailing in payments.
All tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable. It is transferable to another workshop/class/retreat for an $80 fee.
CONTACT US ABOUT AVAILABILITY for on-site lodging rooms are limited.
Choose one of the following required additional fees (these charges will need to be paid with a check or if using credit card add 3.5% fee): There are a limited amount of rooms and are assigned on a first paid basis.
A) On-site lodging (Single Room, 3-nights) and all meals (ARRIVE Friday, July 24 after 4pm – first meal dinner at 6pm) – $650
B) On-site lodging (Double Room 3-nights) and all meals (ARRIVE Friday, July 24 after 4pm – first meal dinner at 6pm) – $525
C) Day Use Fee with 3 Lunches (ARRIVE Saturday, July 25 after 8am) – $160
Please contact us about your additional choices to ensure an option is available.
ENROLL IN BOTH RETREATS AND RECEIVE discount. Read more here.
Once tuition payment is received, you will be emailed about your options for the above list. Limited rooms are available. Rooms are assigned in the order that we receive payments. Each room has a private bathroom and balcony/deck!
National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine: 15 PDAs are pending through NCBAHM (formerly NCCAOM) for licensed acupuncturists in the PE-CW category. Others who need CEUs may receive the certificates; however, you will need to check with your licensing board if they will accept them.
CANCELLATION FOR LODGING/MEAL/DAY USE FEES
cancel by 6/24 – 20% cancellation fee
cancel after 6/24 – 7/15 50% cancellation fee
no refunds after 7/15 (there is a possibility of exceptions if we have a waiting list with a 50% cancellation fee)
When Qigong is properly practiced, it is extremely beneficial and presents minimal risk to one’s health; please consult your physician if you are in doubt of your capabilities or have special health concerns.
This class is suited to: Acupuncturists, Massage Therapists, Chiropractors, Qigong Instructors, Yoga Instructors, Martial Arts Instructors, Reiki Practitioners, and other professionals. No prerequisites are needed.