Cameron's Staff Pick
Limitless Gate Qigong Level 4
Up to 120 in group
May 26 - 28, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Meditation instruction
- Daily talks on mindfulness and meditation
- Individual meetings with a meditation instructor
- Group discussions
- Chanting (optional)
About this Retreat
Suzann Duquette has been a student of body-focused disciplines since 1974 and a student of Daoist Qigong in the lineages of Dr. Eva Wong since 2007. Suzann is an authorized instructor of Dr. Wong for Daoist Qigong Levels 1 through 5 and Strategic Leadership, based on the writings of Zhuge Liang. Student in the lineages of Chögyam Trungpa and Sakyong Mipham, Suzann is a former director and senior teacher of Karmê Chöling Shambhala Meditation Center in Vermont.
Suzann includes body-focused disciplines in her teaching as methods for health, well-being, and the embodiment of wisdom. She lives in Barnet, Vermont, with her husband, where they own and run Blue Skies B&B.
Details of this retreat
Limitless Gate Qigong Level 4:
Iron and Silk
Strengthening the Body, Cleansing the Internal Organs
Iron has the quality of hardness, but tempered by fire, will become soft and flexible, ready to form limitless shapes. Silk has the quality of softness, but when the fibers are woven together, they form the strongest bonds.
Qigong 4 is the balance and integration of Iron and Silk. Enter the world of Wudangshan qigong to build the Iron of external strength. Continue your exploration of breath regulation to weave the Silk of internal strength.
Your introduction to Iron begins with the Tiger and Dragon forms of the Wudangshan Five Animals. Wudang means martial-art dominant, and its qigong is used to build the strength and flexibility required for martial arts training. The Tiger builds bone strength and the Dragon trains flexibility in the spine. When you practice these forms, the Iron of your muscles, tendons, and bones will become strong yet soft and pliable.
Your experience of Silk is through the qigong of Immortals’ Guide and Red Phoenix, when you use breath to move qi through the muscles, tendons, and bones. Through breath regulation, the Silk of your muscular-skeletal system will become soft yet strong and firm.
The highlight of Qigong 4 is a special evening of practice devoted to Organ Cleansing. Toxins enter our organs daily, introducing impurities into qi that is stored in them. Learn how to strengthen your organs, cleanse them, and make them suitable vessels for holding qi.
This level ends with the final two postures of Standing Qigong, the culmination of stabilizing the benefits of your Iron and Silk training.
Who May Attend
Those who have completed a Qigong Limitless Gate Level 3 may attend this retreat.
Cost
CAD $295 - 555 dependent on your lodging choice
A 50% deposit is required at registration unless applying for financial assistance.
Please click on the Information & Registration button to find the lodging that suits your needs.
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Generosity Policy
We want everyone to be able to attend retreats at Dorje Denma Ling. Read about our Generosity Policy and payment options here:
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The Qigong of Xiantianwujimen Taoism
Xiantianwujimen is a Taoist lineage founded by Chen Xiyi in 10th century China. “Xiantian” means primordial, “wuji” means limitless, and “men” means gate. The translated name of the lineage is Primordial Limitless Gate.
This lineage specializes in using qigong to simultaneously cultivate and transform body and mind. A hermit and household tradition, Xiantianwujimen has been transmitted uninterrupted for over a thousand years. Qigong techniques favored by this lineage include self-massage, tendon-changing, calisthenics, marrow washing, and breath regulation.
Instruction of Xiantianwujimen qigong is offered by Eva Wong, a 19th generation carrier of the lineage, and by instructors authorized by the lineage. For more information on the teachings and programs offered by Xiantianwujimen Taoism please go to limitlessgate.com.
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Schedule
Retreat schedules vary somewhat, depending on whether the program is introductory or advanced. There may be a pre-breakfast practice or activity of some sort, followed by breakfast at 8:00 am.
At 9:15 the main morning practice session begins. There could be talks, meditation, or various physical practices, depending upon the type of retreat.
Lunch is usually around 12:30 -- followed by an extended break. The afternoon session usually begins around 2:30, with tea break around 4:00 and dinner at 6:30. Again, depending up on the type of program, there may be a short evening practice session or a talk. Programs usually end with some sort of simple celebration.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Accommodation
Gyatso Lodge is the main indoor housing. It is simple but clean and comfortable. There separate washroom and shower facilities on each floor.
There are also cabins -- some of which are winterized, as well as tents and tent platforms available during the warmer months. Campers use one of two shower houses.
Drala Cabin: Single Occupancy
Nestled in the trees, Drala Cabins are private and quiet. They are also insulated and have electricity and heat. A new shower house is located near the Drala cabins, between Buddha and Vajra fields. A second shower house is located near Tiger field at the main building. During the cool season showers in the main building are shared with staff.
$150/night
Over two weeks = $130/night
Drala Cabin: Double Occupancy
Nestled in the trees, Drala Cabins are private and quiet. They are also insulated and have electricity and heat. These cabins have two twin beds.
A new shower house is located near the Drala cabins, between Buddha and Vajra fields. A second shower house is located near Tiger field at the main building. During the cool season showers in the main building are shared with staff.
$60/night
Gyatso Lodge: Single Occupancy
These rooms have either one or two single beds, shared indoor bathroom facilities, and a shared living room on the first floor.
$150/night Single Occupancy
Gyatso Lodge: Double Occupancy
These rooms have two single beds, shared indoor bathroom facilities, and a shared living room on the first floor.
$60/night
Wood Cabin: Retreat
These cabins are insulated and have power, no running water. Heater provided in colder months.
Shared access to shower house and composting toilets.
Bring your own pillow, bedding, sheets and towels. We have extra sets for participants flying in.
$90/night single occupancy
$30/night second guest
Bring Your Own Tent, RV, Camper, Car/Van Camping: No Platform
Bring your own camper, tent, or RV: no platform provided. Please choose this option if you are sleeping on DDL's property in your own camper, tent, car, or RV.
Bring your own tent and use one of our wooden tent platforms.
Dorje Denma Ling’s summer housing grounds are spacious, with gorgeous views, and in short walking distance to our two shower houses and to the main program complex.
For tents, Campers, wood cabins and huts accommodations bring a battery-operated lantern.
No gas, candle or propane lighting of any kind is permitted.
Please bring your own bedding and towels. Foam mattresses are provided if needed.
A shower house is located near the Drala cabins, between Buddha and Vajra fields. A second shower house is located near Tiger field at the main building that is open July and August.
You are welcome to wash clothing by hand and hang them to dry.
If you are traveling by airplane, we can help you out with bedding and towels.
$20/night per person
Shrine Room Floor: Garuda & Dragon
The shrine room floor is an affordable option for those that want to be inside with electricity. We provide foam mats.
Please bring bedding, pillows, sheets, and towels. We do have extras for those flying in. Please let us know if you are in need.
Make sure to mark off your gender so you will be placed in the appropriate shrine room.
This is a semi-public space and may be used by staff or the retreat during the day. There is a closet to store your belongings during the day.
Please choose this option only if you are willing to share space with others, even those who snore.
$25/night
Offsite Lodging
Our programs include the option to stay offsite. A facilities fee is charged to all participants (onsite and offsite) in order to offset operational costs and repairs. 20 spaces available.
$20/night
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