AWAKEN YOUR POTENTIAL!
Wales Summer Immersive
Learn to consistently embody the energy, presence and purpose you know you're capable of.
June 24-27, 2027 · Wales
A four-day retreat to close the gap between what you know and how you live.
Awaken Your Potential is a four-day retreat for people who already know what they need — to slow down, to breathe properly, to come back into their own bodies — and still can't seem to make it stick. Led by George Thompson, a 16th-generation Daoist lineage holder trained directly in the Wudang Mountains, the retreat weaves real Tai Chi, Qigong, and Daoist philosophy together with deep somatic and emotional work, held in the majestic Welsh Mountains. You leave not with more information, but with a nervous system that actually remembers how to return to itself, and a community who help you keep on the path once you're home.
Real Daoist Lineage.
Change That Sticks.
No Experience Needed.
Balance is Possible!
"George is such a great teacher/guide! He not only embodies the forms and flow so exquisitely, but he also has a rare ability to break down what could be a very complex subject and practices, and share them in ways which make it easy to understand and fun to do. He really provides a sound basis from which you can keep things as simple or go as deep as you like. I see George as a carrier of the true Spirit within the current generation of these teachings & practices. Long may he continue"
Sean
Retreat Participant
“George has a unique gift for translating ancient wisdom into something tangible and relatable for today’s world. His ability to blend deep philosophical insights with playfulness, love and storytelling is truly remarkable."
— Louie Schwartzberg
Creator of Fantastic Fungi
"George gracefully reminds you who you really are
and your potential.”
— Tara Brach & Jack Kornfield
Insight Meditation Teachers
Wherever you're starting from, you are welcome
Energy: Running on Empty
You know Tai Chi, Qigong, or meditation helps — but every time life gets busy, your daily practice is the first thing to go. You want to live with consistent vitality.
Presence: Stuck in Your Head
You want to quiet the inner critic, stop judging yourself so harshly, and come back into a body that isn't clenched all the time.
Purpose: Something's Missing
You have the skills, the resources, even the success — and still something's missing. You want real clarity on what you're actually here to do with this life.
Relationships: Not Showing Up as Your Full Self
You want to show up better for the people you love, not bring them your most reactive, depleted self.
Whatever brought you here, the retreat meets you there — because this was never about fixing one part of you. It's about coming back into balance, as a whole person.
"The kind of steam and pressure has really been released — and not in a way that I'm reliant on an external force to do so."
Harry
Retreat Participant
"Balance is when all the different aspects of life work harmoniously together."
— George Thompson
A genuine Tai Chi, Qigong, or meditation retreat can be deeply restorative. But that presence is usually found with eyes closed, in silence, away from anyone who could trigger them.
As Ram Dass put it: “Think you're enlightened? Go spend a weekend with your parents.”
The presence doesn't last, because it was never tested against real emotional weather while it was being built — so it evaporates the moment life gets loud again.
Awaken Your Potential is built as an rite of passage: you're challenged to stay present, open, and relaxed even in the midst of real emotion, real challenge, and the physical demands of the Welsh mountains — while the retreat itself remains accessible, kind, and never over-forcing.
At the retreat, you develop the six pillars of balance. Whatever intention you have — wanting a stronger body, more peace of mind, more peace in relationships, life purpose and clarity — the retreat supports all of it, because it's really developing what we call wise self leadership. Where you can lead your life from a place of inner spaciousness. Reconnecting with and living from your inner wisdom.
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE
During the retreat, you'll explore George’s unique synthesis of ancient wisdom and modern science:
REAL DAOIST LINEAGE & PRACTICE
Tai Chi, Qigong, and Daoist philosophy taught by George, a 16th Generation Daoist lineage holder who studied directly at the Wudang Mountains. Build a body that responds instead of reacts.
DEEP INNER WORK
Breathwork, somatic release, and sharing circles — real opportunities to feel and let go of what you've been carrying, not just talk about it. You don’t need to become someone new. You just need to show up more consistently from your wise centre.
PRACTICAL TOOLS FOR LASTING CHANGE
Finally, consistency with what you already know is good for you. Learn the Art of Effortless Daily Practice. Tiny daily practices. Big transformation.
GROW IN COMMUNITY
A small, closely supported group. By day two, strangers have become friends. Many previous participants are still friends today.
WELSH WILD NATURE
We'll swim beneath waterfalls, walk wooded gorges, and gather each night by fire.
JOYFUL MOVEMENT & MUSIC
Ecstatic Tai Chi, drumming, fireside stories — depth with lightness. Unwind and celebrate your progress together.
NOURISHING VEGAN FOOD
Hearty, protein-rich meals cooked with love by the community that stewards this land, much of it grown on site.
WHAT PAST ATTENDEES ARE SAYING
“I came seeking hope and healing beyond words, and I leave with unexpected joy, laughter, and a sense of wholeness. If you’re ready for a deep transformation, I highly recommend this retreat.”
Meet your guide
GEORGE THOMPSON
George is a 16th-generation San Feng Pai Daoist lineage holder, trained directly under Master Gu in the Wudang Mountains of China — and the founder of Balance is Possible, a mission to inspire balance for people and planet. His films and teachings have touched over 60 million people, with a global community of millions.
George is supported by teachers and changemakers including Dr. Jane Goodall, Tara Brach, and Stephen Fry.
Once anxious and disconnected himself, George's own path from pain to purpose is what shapes this retreat — ancient wisdom, translated into practical, playful tools for the challenges of modern life.
Balance is Possible!
400k+ 70k+
subscribers course students
“George Thompson is brilliant.
He is championing the next generation of consciousness expansion”
— Chungliang Al Huang
Founder of Living Tao Foundation
Co-author with Alan Watts of “Tao: The Watercourse Way"
“George Thompson has much to offer those of us on a quest to find inner peace and a sense of meaning in this turbulent world.
And what quest, after all, could be more important than that?”
—Stephen Fry
GROWTH IN DAYS NOT DECADES
Day 1
Ground and Connect
Begin your journey by connecting deeply with yourself and the group. Through gentle Tai Chi, grounding meditation, and reflection, you’ll establish a calm foundation and set your intentions for meaningful transformation.
Day 2
Release What Holds You Back
Dive into identifying and letting go of limiting beliefs and emotional blocks. With guided exercises, breathwork, and supportive group discussions, this day helps you release what no longer serves you and opens the door to new possibilities.
Day 3
Unlock New Joy and Compassion
Engage in playful movement, mindful practices, and heart-centered activities that ignite a deep sense of joy. As you tap into this vibrant energy, you’ll naturally begin to uplift and inspire those around you.
Day 4
Build Lasting Habits
Solidify your insights and experiences into practical, sustainable habits. Learn easy, joyful daily practices to take home allowing your transformation to continue long after the retreat.
ABOUT THE LOCATION:
An Oasis Nestled in the Welsh Mountains
The Spirit Horse wild nature retreat centre is a village of Celtic roundhouses and yurts, sacred fires and Temples with the most spectacular camp ground in Britain.
We will walk amongst the wild wooded gorges, swim under waterfalls and find connection amidst the untamed beauty of Wales.
Our main learning space is a 38 feet diameter roundhouse. In the evening we’ll gather round the fire in the middle, exploring ideas and practices to transform how we see ourselves and the world.
Prepare to get joyfully wet and muddy. This is not a glamping retreat. We’ll be in the elements, to expand our resilience so we can come back to our everyday with more confidence.
Our vegan meals will be lovingly cooked by the community that steward the land and some of the ingredients will be grown on site! We’ll share meals in community.
The entire venue is off-grid, offering total privacy and seclusion.
The exact location will be revealed upon you joining the group.
Ceremonial Sweat Lodge
Join us for a ceremonial sweat lodge, guided by the founder of the retreat centre. This powerful, transformative experience promotes physical and emotional cleansing, supporting you on your journey of renewal and self-discovery. If it’s your first time, prepare to engage in a profound ritual that deepens your connection to self and nature.
Retreat Schedule & Details
Here’s everything you need to know to plan your weekend with us.
Location
Schedule
Accommodation
JT
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"George's practical knowledge of the Dao and his unique and playful approach to sharing it with others made this experience unforgettable. The emotional alchemy practices along with meditations, silence, Qi Gong and Tai Chi sessions were so well timed, relaxing and transformative. The organic food, music and story telling sessions in that beautiful and magical location made the four days go by very quickly, but also with a relaxing intensity that is paradoxical."
WHY CHOOSE AWAKEN YOUR POTENTIAL?
Get Personal Attention in an Intimate Group Setting
With only 30 participants, Awaken Your Potential offers an intimate and personalised experience. You’ll receive personal guidance from George Thompson and create deep connections within the group. This retreat is designed for embodied learning—ensuring you walk away with practical tools for long-term change.
Build a body that responds instead of reacts.
Less clenched, less braced, less running on the last reserves of a long week.
Be present with the people you love, not performing for them.
Show up as your steadier self, especially in the moments that used to make you reactive.
Real clarity on what life you are building
An actual felt sense of purpose, arrived at in the body, not just decided at a desk.
Paula
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"I loved everything about the retreat, especially the way George taught in a playful way. It brought an energy of light and playfulness to something that I would normally take quite seriously. This helped me to take myself less seriously and have fun. I would recommend it to anyone who has a curiosity around the Dao, Qi Gong or Tai Chi."
Take the First Step Towards Transformation
This retreat offers a rare opportunity to step away from the distractions of daily life and focus entirely on your personal growth. If you're seeking clarity, struggling with limiting beliefs, or simply want to reconnect with yourself and nature, Awaken Your Potential is for you.
Awaken Your Potential!
Wales Summer Immersive
What's Included:
⭐️ Guided by George Thompson in an intimate group
💭 Life-Changing Experience
Designed to inspire deep transformation and embodied learning that goes far beyond theory.
🌱 Community Learning
Grow alongside others on similar journeys.
Interested in joining the 2027 retreat? Register for the waitlist, and we'll let you know once registration is open.
If this doesn't change your life,
we'll refund your money.
Thousands of people have already transformed their lives through our events, built on practices that have stood the test of time for THOUSANDS of years.
Yes, this is an investment. But what’s the cost of not investing in yourself?
- 💰 Five years of therapy – £15,000+
Therapy is invaluable, but deep transformation doesn’t have to take years. At the retreat you’ll experience timeless wisdom weaved with powerful embodied practices and community support — a unique combination we’ve seen create 1000s of breakthroughs that might otherwise have taken a decade of talk therapy to reach. - 🕰️ Years of searching for answers – Cost: Time you can’t get back
What’s offered here is unique—a distillation of ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and embodied practice, woven into a single experience designed to equip you with the tools so you can empower yourself for the rest of your life. - 💔 Living disconnected from your true self – Cost: Your happiness and fulfillment
Every day, we make choices. We either choose growth, or we choose to stay where we are. And staying stuck—whether in patterns, doubts, or limitations—has a cost too.
We’re confident that if you attend our retreat and commit to the process, you’ll experience a meaningful transformation—big or small—that will empower you to live with greater freedom, joy, and peace.
That’s why we offer a money-back guarantee.
If you attend the entire retreat, complete the simple one-week guided practice afterward, and still feel it hasn’t delivered the value you hoped for, we’ll refund your money.
You’ve got nothing to lose—and everything to gain.
🚀 Spaces are limited, and our retreats always sell out.
If you feel called to this, trust that calling.
Hugh
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"This retreat was enormously transformational for me. George seamlessly wove together movement practice with meditation and insightful self-growth discussions. I came away rejuvenated, with so many lessons to implement from the simple to the profound. I can’t think of a single person who wouldn’t greatly benefit from this retreat whether you’re interested in Qi Gong or simply expanding your inner world."
Frequently Asked Questions
Physical worry
Financial permission
Guilt about leaving people behind
Fear of being asked to perform emotion in front of strangers
Suspicion that this might be culty or manipulative
Not knowing what to physically expect, logistically
Doubt that it will actually work
"It sounds intense. What if I can't handle it?"
"I'll have a big breakthrough and then lose it again, like every other retreat."
"What if I'm not spiritual enough, or fit enough, or ready enough for this?"
"I don't know anyone else going. What if I don't fit in?"
Is this retreat right for me and how is it structured?
What kind of commitment is required?
What if I've never practiced Tai Chi or meditation?
What if I have done a lot of practice? Is this retreat for me?
What if I did the retreat last year? Is this retreat for me?
Do I need to be physically fit?
If you have any more questions, email us at [email protected] we’re here to help!
THIS IS YOUR MOMENT
Transformation doesn't happen by accident—it happens through intentional steps toward your desired life. Take this opportunity to reconnect with yourself, deepen your understanding, and awaken your potential in an intimate and supportive setting.
Join the Waitlist for Awaken Your Potential! 2027
Get notified first when registration opens, and secure your spot for an immersive, transformative retreat experience.