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13 - 24 May 2026
Tao Garden, Thailand

Ancient Taoist
Magic Workshop

Intensive workshop in Tao Garden with the
legendary Taoist Master Mantak Chia

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Years of teaching Taoist Inner Alchemy
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Students worldwide
3,000+
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Certified UHT instructors globally
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Countries where UHT is taught

Universal Healing Tao System Overview

The Universal Healing Tao system is not a collection of separate workshops.
It is a progressive path of Taoist training developed by Grandmaster Mantak Chia to guide students step by step in cultivating energy, emotional balance, vitality, and higher levels of inner awareness.

See where this retreat fits in the Taoist training path →

About Ancient Taoist Magic Workshop

This workshop is designed as a progressive Taoist training that develops internal energy, energetic protection, refined perception, and conscious awareness beyond the waking state. The program follows a clear path – from building stable energy foundations, to working with palms and protection, refining perception, and finally expanding awareness into dream and astral states.

The training is practical and experiential. You will work with systematic chakra activation, palm energy and magnetic hands practices, energetic protection methods, and perception training – learning how to sense, stabilize, and consciously interact with energetic information from people, environments, and subtle layers of experience. Each stage of the workshop develops clarity, control, and energetic coherence.

At the advanced level, the workshop introduces Taoist Dream Yoga practices focused on maintaining awareness during sleep and dream states. These methods train the ability to remain conscious beyond the physical body, explore astral perception, and work with awareness across different states of time and experience.

 

Workshop Overview & Program Guide

Get the detailed presentation of the Ancient Taoist Magic Workshop, including the full module structure, training focus, and participation details.

Review the program at your own pace and decide whether it aligns with your current level of practice.

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Learn from the Source - About Mantak Chia



Grandmaster Mantak Chia is the founder of the Universal Healing Tao system and one of the world’s most experienced teachers of Taoist health, Qigong, and Inner Alchemy. With over five decades of teaching experience, he has trained students worldwide through retreats, instructor programs, and classical Taoist training.

Master Chia’s approach emphasizes safety, gradual cultivation, and direct work with the body and energy system. His methods focus on restoring vitality, strengthening internal systems, and supporting long-term health through traditional Taoist practices refined for modern practitioners.

This workshop will be especially valuable for those who want to:

  • Develop intuition and refined perception through direct work with internal energy and awareness
  • Learn to read energetic information from people and the surrounding space and respond consciously
  • Increase personal energy levels and stabilize internal states to enter clearer, more coherent conditions
  • Explore how awareness, intention, and states of consciousness influence life situations, and learn Taoist methods for consciously interacting with these processes

Program

Module 1 – Energy Centers Training

What You Will Learn:

— How to build sustainable energy with Tan Tien fire practice
– How to open and strengthen energy channels with the Microcosmic Orbit
– How to transform negative emotions into usable energy with the Inner Smile practice
– How to open, charge, and stabilize the body’s energy centers
– How to hold, amplify, and maintain a strong energy field
– How to rapidly charge energy centers with unique techniques

In the first two days, the training focuses on building a strong energetic foundation. You will learn how to increase your energy levels by activating the Tan Tien fire, the body’s main energy reservoir. At the same time, you will open the Microcosmic Orbit, the primary energy channel that allows Qi to circulate smoothly through the body. Inner Smile practice is introduced as an essential tool for emotional wisdom, teaching you how to transform emotions and create internal harmony rather than suppressing or reacting to them. During this phase, the Master will also perform energy transmission to help students open their energy channels and strengthen the flow of the Microcosmic Orbit.

During the following two days, the practice expands into working with the body’s energy centers. You will learn how to open, charge, and stabilize these centers so energy can be held and used effectively. Different Taoist methods are taught to increase and amplify your energy field, helping you develop a strong and balanced aura.

This module establishes the energetic strength and emotional balance needed for all advanced Taoist practices. By learning how to generate, circulate, and store energy safely, you create a solid base for deeper internal training and higher-level abilities explored later in the course.

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Module 2 – Magic Hands Training

What you will learn:

– How to develop powerful Qi healing hands
– How to project energy through the hands and eyes
– How to use Magic Qi Hands to support healing of disease on an energetic level

In this module, you enter the Taoist tradition of Magic Hands — the ability to cultivate and project Qi through the hands and eyes for healing, protection, and energetic clearing. You will develop strong Qi healing hands and learn how to project energy with precision and awareness. Through these practices, the hands become powerful tools for sensing, directing, and influencing subtle energies.

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Module 3 | Curses and Ghost Protection

What you will learn:

What are ghosts and lost spirits
Symptoms of spirit possession
How to remove curses, spirits, and ghosts using Taoist methods

A central focus of this training is learning how Taoists understand and work with curses, ghosts, and external spiritual influences. You will be taught methods to protect yourself from curses and harmful intentions by strengthening your energy field and creating stable energetic boundaries. These practices help prevent energetic intrusion and maintain clarity and balance when encountering energetic entities.

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Module 4 | Psychic Abilities & Perception Training

What you will learn:

– How to develop magnetic abilities and internal energetic attraction
– How psychic perception and telepathic communication function in Taoist practice
– How to read the mind and emotional state of others
– How to receive information related to a specific question
– How to practice astral traveling through the dream state
– How to manifest intentions and influence reality through dreams

This module focuses on developing subtle perception and psychic sensitivity through Taoist energetic training. You will learn how psychic abilities arise from a stable energy field. By cultivating internal magnetism, you begin to influence and receive information beyond ordinary sensory perception.

You will be introduced to Taoist principles of telepathic communication, learning how information can be transmitted and received through focused intention and energetic resonance. The training emphasizes clarity and neutrality of mind, allowing perception to arise naturally rather than through effort or imagination.

The module also explores methods for mind reading and intuitive knowing. You will practice how to receive information related to people or specific questions by tuning into an energetic field.

The module also introduces astral traveling, where consciousness separates from the physical body while the body remains in deep rest. 

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FAQ

Who This Workshop Is For
This workshop is designed for participants who already have experience with Taoist practices, Qigong, meditation, or energy work and are ready to move beyond foundational training.

It is especially suitable for those who want to:
– Deepen their ability to work with internal energy and energetic perception
– Learn structured methods for energetic protection and field stability
– Refine intuition and perception in a grounded, controlled way
– Explore conscious awareness during dream and non-physical states
– Work with advanced Taoist practices traditionally taught at a later stage of training

This workshop is ideal for committed practitioners who are comfortable working with subtle experience, self-observation, and disciplined practice.
Who This Workshop Is Not For
This workshop is not recommended for complete beginners with no prior experience in energy work, Qigong, or meditative practices.

It is also not suitable for those who:
– Are looking for instant results, entertainment, or dramatic experiences
– Prefer purely physical or fitness-based practices
– Are uncomfortable with subtle perception, introspection, or non-ordinary states of awareness
– Expect simplified explanations without personal practice or responsibility

This training requires presence, maturity, and respect for the depth of Taoist tradition.

In-Person Tao Magic Practice Set

You have the option to purchase the Tao Magic Personal Practice Set.

It is not mandatory, but many students find it extremely helpful for continuing their practice after the retreat.

This complete learning package supports your Tao Magic training both during and after the retreat. Inside you will find carefully selected study materials, practice tools, visual charts, and guided teachings from Grandmaster Mantak Chia.

The set includes practice tools, a Taoist book on Fusion of the Five Elements, meditation posters, special practice items, and a 10-hour recorded workshop to help you deepen your understanding, refine your practice, and continue developing your internal energy work at home.

Special retreat offer — get the set with a 30% discount. Pay now and pick it up when you arrive at Tao Garden.

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Daily Schedule (Thailand time)

13 May

Check-in and Tao Garden welcome session 19:00-20:00 Introduction

14 – 17, 21 - 24 May

Morning: - 07:00 - 8:00 – Morning Qigong Practice
- 08:00 - 10:00 – Breakfast (optional, not included)
Afternoon: - 12:00 - 14:00 – Lunch (optional, not included)
- 14:00 - 18:00 – Workshop with Mantak Chia
Evening: - 18:00 - 20:00 – Dinner (optional, not included)
- 20:00 - 21:00 – Evening Meditation

25 May

Check-out from Tao Garden

Workshop Overview & Program Guide

Get the detailed presentation of the Ancient Taoist Magic Workshop, including the full module structure, training focus, and participation details.

Review the program at your own pace and decide whether it aligns with your current level of practice.

We’ll send it directly to your email 💌

Get the presentation

Tao Garden - Where Tao Comes Alive

On-Site Accommodation at Tao Garden

Tao Garden offers a peaceful retreat setting surrounded by nature, with rooms located in charming two-story buildings nestled along quiet garden paths. Each room is privately owned, which gives the interiors a unique and personal touch — while still meeting the standards of comfort and cleanliness.

We recommend booking rooms in advance.

Room types

Simple Room

  • ✔️ Air conditioning
  • ✔️ Private bathroom
  • ✔️ Calm and clean space
  • ✔️ Budget-friendly
  • ✔️ Some rooms include a small veranda or balcony

Minimalist comfort for those who value clarity and functionality. A clean, calm space ideal for solo travelers or budget-conscious guests.

Standard Room

  • ✔️ Air conditioning
  • ✔️ Private bathroom
  • ✔️ Natural light
  • ✔️ Thai-style design
  • ✔️ Balcony or veranda in most rooms

A balanced option with more natural light and traditional Thai design. Comfortable and welcoming for longer stays.

Superior Room

  • ✔️ Air conditioning
  • ✔️ Spacious layout
  • ✔️ Balcony with seating
  • ✔️ More privacy and upgraded finishings

Spacious, private, and designed for those who appreciate extra comfort and a stronger connection to nature.

Special Add-Ons

Tao Buffet
Guests can enjoy organic Thai and Chinese dishes at the Kwan Yin Dining Hall. Vegetarian and vegan dining options are also available along with healthy beverages.
— 200 THB Light Breakfast [Brown rice soup, season fruits and teas]
— 900 THB 3 meals buffet
Tao Spa Package
Recommended treatments to deepen your retreat experience. Developed by Master Chia, Chi Nei Tsang is the signature Tao Garden therapy — a unique abdominal detox massage that helps release tension, stress, and stagnant emotions stored around the navel area.

✨ Book your package with a special discount — pay now and enjoy it upon arrival at Tao Garden. — This package combines: Chi Nei Tsang Abdominal Detox Therapy / Foot Salt Scrub / Thai Herbal Steam Bath / Fresh Juice - (100 min total)
Installment
We’re happy to offer flexible payment options through PayPal Pay Later. Depending on your country, you can split your purchase into 3 or 4 interest-free installments or choose longer-term financing. No hidden fees for short-term plans — you pay exactly the order amount. Simply select PayPal at checkout and, if available in your region, you’ll see the Pay Later options right away.

For full instructions and details, visit page - https://www.mantakchia.com/using-paypal-pay-later/

Each ticket includes

  • Daily classes with Master Mantak Chia
  • Morning & Evening Qigong practice
  • Lifetime access to recordings
  • 48 certification hours toward UHT Instructor Path
  • PDF Practice materials + community support
Translation

Live online translation will be provided for languages with 10+ student requests (selected during checkout). For group translation requests, please contact [email protected]

If a language group is not formed, a full refund will be issued.
Teaching language: English. Confirmed languages: Spanish, Japanese, Russian and French.

Tickets

Your booking is 100% refundable up to 30 days before the workshop, 50% from 30 to 14 days before, and non-refundable 14 days and less before the workshop.

Get a 10% discount on the workshop by choosing a ticket with accommodation at Tao Garden. The discount will be applied automatically.

Tao Magic Retreat Bundle (13–25 May)

8 days of workshops with Mantak Chia & Introduction
12 nights
Lifetime Access to Recordings


Book accommodation with room & meals and receive:
• 10% off the workshop tuition
• 25% off accommodation
(Discounts applied automatically)

799
  • Nights 12 *

Product total

Options total

Grand total

Total: 799

Need help choosing the right option?

 Watch a short video guide or contact our team — we’ll help you choose the best format for your goals.

✉️ Have questions? Write to [email protected]

Contact Us on WhatsApp: +1 555 824 84 22

Student Stories and Testimonials

What Students Experience

Great Teacher, I learned a lot from you over the years, GrandMaster Mantak Chia, I greet u with Divine Love 💜💜💜

Samanta

Mantak Chia thanks to your books I’ve learned so much and changed my life, more full and pleasure 🙂

Greg

I have come upon Master Chia’s Taoist practice in my old age, and find it the most satisfying and enriching practice of all those I have encountered in a long life of seeking and practising.

Felix Morrow

Not sure if this workshop is right for you?

Get the detailed presentation of the Ancient Taoist Magic Workshop, including the full module structure, training focus, and participation details.

Review the program at your own pace and decide whether it aligns with your current level of practice.

We’ll send it directly to your email 💌

Get the presentation

Every day, people discover the path to inner harmony through Taoism and Mantak Chia’s teachings.

These ancient practices offer a guide to balancing life’s energies, leading to personal growth and peace.

FAQ

Certification steps
Learn more https://www.mantakchia.com/universal-healing-tao-instructor-certification-overview/
Can beginners join the retreat?
This workshop is not recommended for complete beginners with no prior experience in energy work, Qigong, or meditative practices.
Is translation available?
The retreat is taught in English, with translation into French, German, Russian, and Spanish available (minimum group of 10 per language).
Do I need to stay at Tao Garden to attend the retreat?
Staying at Tao Garden is recommended for a deeper immersion, but you’re free to book accommodation elsewhere and still participate in all sessions.
How do I get to Tao Garden from the airport?
The nearest airport is Chiang Mai (CNX). You can arrange a transfer directly with Tao Garden or take a taxi/shuttle from the airport.
Do I need a visa to travel to Thailand?
It depends on your nationality. Many countries receive a 30-day visa exemption or can apply for a visa on arrival. Please check the official regulations for your region.
Are there any early-bird discounts or payment plans?
Yes. We offer Super Early Rate (20%), Early Bird Rate (12%) and regular price until a specified date.
Are there health or age restrictions for participation?
The practices are generally safe for most adults. However, if you have a serious medical condition, consult your doctor and inform us in advance.
What’s included in the retreat fee?
The fee covers all training sessions with Grandmaster Mantak Chia, morning and evening Qigong practice and access to recordings. Accommodation and meals are separate.
Can I attend only one module instead of the full retreat?
No. Attendance of the full retreat is required, as the program is designed to be experienced in its entirety for the most complete and transformative outcome.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
Your booking is 100% refundable up to 30 days before the workshop, 50% from 30 to 14 days before, and non-refundable 14 days and less before the workshop.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Attendance hours count toward the Universal Healing Tao (UHT) Instructor Track, and you’ll receive a certificate for completing the retreat.
Are there additional costs I should expect?
Accommodation, meals, optional spa treatments, and transport are not included. However, all official training sessions, scheduled Qigong practices, and listed bonuses are covered by the retreat fee.
Can I take photos or record videos during the sessions?
To maintain focus and a respectful atmosphere, we ask participants to minimize recording during practice. Organizers typically provide official photos or recordings afterward.
Is Wi-Fi available at Tao Garden?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in guest rooms and common areas throughout the resort.

Enter a Space for Advanced Taoist Training

Step into the focused and supportive environment of Tao Garden and engage in a structured Taoist training dedicated to energy cultivation, perception, and conscious awareness. Learn directly from Mantak Chia, one of the world’s most renowned living Taoist masters, and study advanced practices traditionally taught at later stages of Taoist training.

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