House of Shoshin Presents
CALM STRENGTH
Qigong Summer Retreat
JUNE 27th & 28th 2026
Qigong | Kinesiology | Nutrition
£350
Payment plans available
There is a rhythm within you that predates your schedule.
A pulse older than productivity.
A tide that moves between rest and expression.
This introductory retreat is an exploration of Night and Day.
Of Yin and Yang.
Of the body as a living conversation between nourishment and expression. Designed to refresh and restore your internal harmony.
Moving from the art of Qigong and element in the season of Summer, fire which represents joy, passion, warmth, growth and the heart organ. During this time Qigong practices focus on cultivating heart energy (heart and small intestine meridians) to promote balance, calmness and joy.
What is Qigong?
Qigong derives its name from two Chinese words: ''qi'' meaning life force or energy, and ''gong'' which translates to skill, work or practice. Qigong can be understood as the skillful practice of cultivating and harnessing life energy for health.
Qigong uses gentle, flowing movements, tapping, shaking, breath work and massage to help move energy through vital pathways known as meridians. Each meridian is connected to specific internal organs, and different energy pathways nourish the various organ systems in the body.
As one of the oldest branches of Chinese medicine, Qigong was referred to as Dao Yin, meaning ''guiding and pulling,'' which captures the essence of its practice. It was associated with techniques that promote health with the broader concept of ''Yang Sheng'' or ''nurturing life,'' encompassing various practices including Qigong.
There are many different forms of Qigong, each with its own style and techniques, reflecting the diverse teachings of various masters and lineages. Most styles of Qigoing are primarily focused on the intention of healing and disease prevention, with many firms specifically designed to support the energetic systems of particular organs.
Who Can Attend?
Any level of mover. An open mind and want to learn is all that is required.
House of Shoshin Layers
To create a successful retreat the House of Shoshin believes many other elements and layers must be explored to offer a full experience and one that supports the body's full system.
Awaken the senses & move through the layers.
EMOTION
Step into your deeper self and explore joy, love and kindness for your own being through your movement practise. Build confidence, mental and physical strength while moving through the layers of emotions that may face us along the way.
We offer a safe space for all to be heard, understood and supported.
VIBRATION
Tune in beyond the internal dialogue and connect to your vibration.
Learn how to raise your frequency and remain in your power.
Explore your vibration through 3 senses
FEEL | SOUND | TASTE
CONNECTION
It begins at the heart of you. Self love and confidence is what builds deeper connections with ourselves. From this place we are able to be open to deeper connections with others. Shoshin retreats teach us both these fundamentals and is sure you will build new relationships with yourself and your retreat family.
Night
to Light
An integration of energies...
Take your shoes off there is no need for them here. Take a deep breath you have arrived. With the glistening of the sun on your face, the gentle summer breeze on your skin and the rustling of nature, our senses are awakened while we rest our rhythm and pace.
From the Taoist concept of Wu Wei we create pathways that allow us to act without forcing, moving in accordance with the flow of nature's course.
Our chosen location allows us to feel immersed and connected to nature. The wellness space situated on the grounds of Dalkeith Country Park is laced in woodland and wildlife with the North and South river Esk running through creating the perfect tranquil setting to connect and move. The meeting of the two rivers is poignant to the meeting of our two energies (Qi) Yin & Yang.
Night
Explore our Yin Qi which represents the black, dark, North, passive, earth, cold and softness - providing spirit to all things. Yin may also be represented by water, which symbolizes transformation, the tiger, the color orange.
To Light
Our Yang Qi represents the white, light, South, active, the sun god, heaven, warmth and hardness - providing form to all things. Yang may also be represented by fire, which symbolizes creativity, the dragon, the color blue.
Your Guides
Lisa Shaw
Lisa Shaw was born into movement and at a young age and quickly discovered it wasn't about a specific style of movement, rather encompassing many movement patterns.
Witnessing her Nanna practicing Qigong from a young age, Lisa was fascinated by the grace and calm strength of the practice. It was a natural progression for Lisa to train in the art of Qigong and Tai Chi with the Dao University and while Lisa practices movement as a whole, Lisa has always felt a strong pull to her Qigong daily practice due to the instant benefits.
Lisa has trained in many styles of movement including yoga, dance, mediation and breath work to name a few and holds a deep rooted calling to helping other learn about their individual bodies capabilities. Lisa has run many successful retreats over the past 18 years all around the world and continues to create inclusive, open and fun experiences for all to grow in unapologetic self expression.
Abigail Beckingham
Abigail Beckingham is an educator of intelligent movement and a practitioner of Functional Kinesiology with over 25 years of experience studying the body and human wellbeing. Her work bridges Eastern and Western approaches to health, weaving together the Five Element system, bioenergetic movement, and emotional intelligence to restore the body’s natural rhythm.
Known for creating deeply restorative yet energising experiences, Abigail helps people reconnect with the innate intelligence of their bodies; supporting nervous system balance, hormonal health, and emotional clarity.
Her work is grounded, practical and profoundly human, offering people a way to move beyond stress and return to a state of vitality, presence and internal coherence.
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Ashley Roy
Ashley is a Nutritional Therapist, podcast host and joy-based practitioner. Her approach to health is one that places joy at the centre of what enables us to live a vibrant life.
She combines a data-driven approach with her innate intuition of the human body which allows her to view health in an interconnected way, facilitating root cause healing.
Ashley is passionate about breaking down complex nutrition science into digestible tools which are easy to implement into your daily life. With nearly 10 years of experience in the nutrition and wellness space, Ashley's approach is one that is deeply grounded in the real world. Integrating several aspects of health into her work, Ashley helps you to feel empowered and equipped to access the joyful life in store for you.
The Schedule
Here in Scotland we truly embrace the ever changing we are gifted throughout our seasons. This unpredictability is also what allows us to remain adaptable, an important part of our growth. We ask you to also join us in embracing the unpredictability of the Scottish weather which may change the schedule layout. We trust everything will unfold just as it's meant to.
In the Yin - Saturday 27th June 12-8pm
12 - 12:15pm
12:15 - 1pm
1:15 - 2:15pm
- Opening circle
- Connective Qigong practice among nature
- In the Yin (Night) Practice with Abigail Adams
In these two workshops (Saturday & Sunday), Abigail will guide you through the Conception (Yin) and Governing (Yang) vessels; the two primary meridians that form the central axis of the energetic system.
When these channels flow well, emotional stability strengthens, communication clears and Qi circulates with greater ease. When they are blocked or weak, everything else works harder.
These sessions are designed to deepen your Qigong practice by restoring strength and flow to this foundation.
You will learn:
How to gather and conserve your energy through the front body.
How internal regulation supports emotional steadiness.
How slow, rhythmic movement strengthens your ability to hold and nourish Qi.
You will experience a grounded, contained state; settled from within rather than shut down.
2:30 - 3:30pm
3:45 - 4:45pm
- Dinning time - homemade local produce vegetarian cuisine
- Nutritional Workshop with Ashley Roy
In this workshop, Ash will guide you on the importance of nutrition in balancing Yin and Yang. We will explore how blood sugar regulation, cortisol and your digestion affect your food's capacity to nourish and replenish you. Ash is passionate about arming you with easily digestible information and actionable tools to help you thrive!
You will learn:
How to build a balanced plate for optimal energy, focus and flow.
Why your digestive capacity changes throughout the day and how to nurture it.
The key role that your nervous system regulation plays in nutrient absorption.
5-6pm
6:15 - 7pm
7 - 7:45pm
- Down regulating sauna experience
- Deeply rooted Qigong practice
- Deep relaxation sound bath
In the Yang - Sunday 28th June 9-4:30pm
9 - 10am
10:15 - 11am
11 - 12pm
12 - 12:15pm
- Body preparation sauna experience
- Awakening the senses sound bath
- Energy flow Qigong practice
- Pray rain journaling
12:30 - 1:30pm
1:45 - 2:45pm
- Dinning time- homemade local produce vegetarian cuisine
- In the Yang (Day) Practice with Abigail Adams
These two workshops (Saturday & Sunday) refine your ability to contain and express Qi with precision. You will leave feeling aligned front to back, balanced in the nervous system and clear in communication, with embodied tools that stay with you long after the retreat ends.
you will learn:
How to activate the spine as a channel of vitality and expression.
How posture and back body awareness influence clarity and presence.
How to circulate and project Qi without force.
You will experience energy; open, confident and alive.
3 - 4pm
- Unravel - living within your purpose with Lisa Shaw among nature
With both our energies aligned, clearer pathways to see, we allow the vision to unravel. From this place through our creative being we connect to our purpose within this world. Unravel your vision through this art and gentle movement workshop.
4 - 4:30pm
- Closing circle
Retreat Space
The beautiful airy wellness loft studio is situated in the Restoration Yard which is a renovated stable yard within the Dalkeith Country Park grounds. Dalkeith Country Park has been in the Buccleuch family for over 300 years and the site itself can be traced back to Roman times. The ancient woodlands are now a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) with some trees over 900 years of age. The architecture and designed landscape you see today have been created through the generations by the Buccleuch family. Dalkeith Country Park is a very special place with a vibrant history.
Surrounded by nature, wildlife and woodlands this is the perfect tranquil setting.
Some of the retreat will be held in the studio space while other parts will be among nature in a private setting.
Homemade with love
Primarily a vegetarian menu, expect local produce that is vibrant, tasty and healthy. An experience of flavor, color and smells. Food made for the soul and to nourish you fully.
We cater for vegetarians, vegans, gluten free and lactose intolerant.
*If you have any other specific dietary requirements please reach out and we will do our best to meet them.
Locally Sourced
We are a none waste, no plastics retreat. Sourcing all our ingredients locally means we work with local growing and farming that is accessible in supporting the community. All ingredients are homemade. All our drinking water is provided in glass bottles to ensure we minimise plastic waste. This helps us in giving back to the places we choose to hold our retreats and in doing our part for the planet.
Whats Included
2 full Days
1 light Breakfast and 2 Healthy Yummy lunches
3 Immersive & Educational Workshops
2 Sound Baths
4 Qigong Practices
Welcome bag
Hot & Cold Refreshments & Fruit
2 Sauna Experiences with showering & changing facilities
Private studio space with all equipment
Private space among nature to practice Qigong
Whats Not Included
Transfers. Although we will be looking to arrange car shares and will supply public transport links
Accommodation for the night. This is during the day only not an overnight stay. We can suggest accommodation near by.
Personal Spending. There are small business shops in the Restoration Yard.
