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European Summer Retreat
Tai Chi in the Heart of Ireland
August 17th – 23rd, 2026
in Dublin, Ireland
Join us in Dublin for a week of immersive Tai Chi study set within one of Ireland’s most vibrant and historic cities. Our residential retreat offers comfortable on-site accommodations, nourishing meals, and a thoughtfully structured curriculum taught by experienced TCF teachers in the Cheng Man-ch’ing lineage. Between dedicated practice sessions, enjoy the quiet green spaces, coastal breezes, and cultural richness that make Dublin an ideal place to slow down, reconnect, and go deeper into your Tai Chi.
Dublin Castle, Ireland
What You’ll Experience At Our Retreat
Every summer retreat offers a rich curriculum designed to meet you where you are and help your Tai Chi grow. You can be brand new to tai chi or a seasoned student – all are welcome. Across the week, you’ll explore a progression of classes that give you both depth and variety:
Guided Form Practice & Refinement
Daily sessions in the Cheng Man-ch’ing Yang-Style Short Form, taught step-by-step for newer students and with fine-tuning and principle work for continuing students. You’ll build softness, flow, and a deeper sense of internal alignment.
Daily Qigong & Meditation Practices
Throughout the week, Qigong & Group Meditation sessions help open the body, calm the mind, and regulate energy. Practices may include Roots & Branches Qigong, guided meditations, and breath-based exercises to support vitality and presence.
Special Programs
In addition to core training, all participants are invited to special shared experiences such as Time in the Art, relaxed evening programs, and Hawaiian Swimming – optional offerings that support integration, connection, and enjoyment throughout the retreat.
Integration & Community Practice
Each retreat includes shared practice sessions where all levels come together. These sessions create a sense of unity, support, and joy as the entire community find relaxation and flow side by side.
Registration is now OPEN!
Student Dates
Monday, August 17th: Arrivals
Tuesday, August 18th: Classes & Programs Commence
Saturday, August 22nd: Retreat Concludes with a Social Celebration
Sunday, August 23rd: Departures
Teacher Dates
Friday, August 14th: 8th Level Arrives
Saturday, August 15th: All Apprentices Arrive
Sunday, August 16th: Apprentice Day
Monday, August 17th: Apprentice Day & Welcome Students
Pricing
Early Registration & Community Benefits
€100 early registration savings for registration & full payment completed by May 15th
€60 travel support for participants traveling from the United States
€35+ Tai Chi Foundation member discount
Discounts may be combined where applicable.
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We aim to make participation as accessible as possible while honoring the depth of the training and the people supporting it.
Accommodation and meals are arranged for residential participants only. Non-residential participants are responsible for their own lodging and meals.
Student Residential
€1,295
6-Nights
Includes:
Full retreat program & instruction
On-site accommodations
All meals during the retreat
Student Non-Residential
€728
6-Days
Includes:
Full retreat program & instruction
Teacher Residential
€1641
9-Nights
(Fri 14 Aug – Sun 23 Aug)
€1536
8-Nights
(Sat 15 Aug – Sun 23 Aug)
Teacher Non-Residential
€758
9-Days
(Fri 14 Aug – Sun 23 Aug)
€748
8-Days
(Sat 15 Aug – Sun 23 Aug)
About the Dublin Retreat Location
Our Dublin retreat is hosted at Marino Institute of Education, set within the leafy, historic grounds of Lord Charlemont’s Estate on Griffith Avenue, just 15 minutes from the heart of Dublin. The venue offers a unique blend of urban convenience and peaceful campus calm – perfect for immersive study and relaxation.
Nature That Supports Practice
Gardens, trees, and open air surround the campus, offering space to breathe, walk, and reflect – where stillness and movement feel naturally at home. Be sure to walk the meditative labyrinth on campus.
Spaces to Train, Learn, and Gather
Light-filled practice halls and shared spaces create a supportive environment for focused study, collective learning, and the rhythm of daily Tai Chi.
Restful, Relaxing Accommodations
Comfortable on-site rooms (each with their own bathroom) provide the ease of being fully settled – no commuting, no distractions – just rest, integration, and renewal between sessions.
Dublin at Your Doorstep
Quietly tucked away yet minutes from the heart of Dublin, the retreat offers the rare balance of seclusion and accessibility – green calm within reach of culture, history, and the city’s living pulse.
Join Us This Summer
Registration is now OPEN
Cancellation Policy
On or before 31 May 2026: Refund minus Deposit, €50 admin fee and bank fees.
1 June – July 31st 2026: Refund minus €500.
After July 31st 2026: No refunds.
Terms & Conditions
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Register early and, if applicable, apply for Professional Development Support as soon as possible to secure your spot and maximize your chances of receiving financial support.
Click here to learn more about our Professional Development Support.
Can I turn up without registering?
Everyone must be registered in advance for oganisational purposes.
I want to attend with my partner. Do we have to make separate registrations?
Yes, you have to register separately.
Can I get the early bird discount after the 15th May?
No, You will have received emails that the early bird date is approaching and will not be available after this date.
Am I eligible for the TCF discount?
If you are a paid up member of the TCF, then check ‘Yes’ to the TCF member question.We will apply the discount and we will do a check with the TCF. If it happens that you are not a paid up member of the TCF we will remove the discount.
I registered and have since paid my TCF membership. Can I get the discount?
Send us an email stating that you have paid a TCF membership. We will check with the TCF and apply the discount if you are eligible.
Can I pay by Credit Card?
No, you have to pay by bank transfer.
I have paid €300 deposit. Can I pay the rest in installments?
Yes, you can pay any amount. You will be issued with an invoice showing amount outstanding.
I have not received an invoice.
You should have received an invoice within a few hours of registering. If you have not please send an email to irlsummertaichi@gmail.com
What is the best way to transfer the fee?
From the US: Consider using currency transfer services like Wise for better exchange rates and lower fees compared to the traditional bank.
In Europe: SEPA transfers within Europe are near-instant, with no fees.
I paid by bank transfer. What happens if there is a shortfall due to transfer costs?
When we receive a payment from you, your invoice will be credited with the amount we actually receive in our bank. Your invoice will show the shortfall.
Can I pay when I get to Dublin?
Everyone must pay in advance for organisational purposes.
The Early Bird date is 15th May. What if my bank transfer takes time?
We recommend that you send your transfer 5 days before the Early Bird date to allow it to reach our bank on time.
How do I ensure full payment by the 1st June?
We recommend that you send your transfer 5 days before to allow it to reach our bank on time
Can I check in early?
Check in is after 3pm. Check out before 10am.
I am on a Non-residential package. Can I purchase meals in the college restaurant?
Yes, you can pay for meals in the restaurant.
Can I book accommodation at MIE before the training starts?
Yes. You can book accommodation directly with MIE by emailing their accommodation service at: mie@eber.life
The cost of extra nights accommodation is separate to the cost of the Tai Chi retreat and is negotiated directly with Eber.
If I book days with the MIE before the training starts will I have to move rooms?
Yes, you must check out of your own booking and check in for the retreat.
Can I share a room?
All rooms the MIE are designated for single occupancy only; double rooms are not available.
The accommodation is arranged in apartment-style units, with 3–4 private rooms located on each level. Each room features its own en-suite bathroom. The residents of each unit share a small kitchen and living area.
How do I get to Marino Institute of Education?
MIE is easily accessed from Dublin Airport, from the city centre and from Dublin Ferry Port.
The easiest way to travel from the airport is by taxi. The journey takes approximately 20 minutes. There are 2 public buses from Dublin Airport that will bring you within a 20 minute walk to MIE, bus number 16 and 41.
If you are coming from the city centre you can take the 73 bus which stops outside the entrance to MIE.
There are no buses to Dublin Ferry Port. Travelling from the port is best done by car or taxi. The journey takes 10 – 15 minutes.
Both FreeNow and Uber operate in Ireland.
Do you have a list of hotels & guesthouses?
You can find accommodation on the following website:
www.visitdublin.com
Here are the names of some hotels and guest houses near to Marino Institute of Education.
Dublin Skylon Hotel, 27 Upper Drumcondra Rd, Drumcondra, Dublin 9, D09 V1Y2
https://www.dublinskylonhotel.com/rooms.html
Hollybank House Bed & Breakfast, 28 Hollybank Road Drumcondra, Dublin Ireland
https://www.hollybank-house.com
The Croke Park Hotel, Jones’ Road, Dublin D03 E5Y8 Ireland
https://www.booking.com/hotel/ie/juryscrokeparkhotel.html
Annadale House Bed & Breakfast, 84 Grace Park Road, Dublin 9 Ireland
https://www.annandalebnb.com/
Egans Guesthouse, 7 Iona Park, Dublin D09 E5XH Ireland
https://www.eganshouse.ie/
Derwent Lodge Bed and Breakfast
https://derwentlodgebandb.com/
Trinity College Summer Accommodation, College Green, Dublin 2 Ireland
https://www.visittrinity.ie/stay/