Nam Yang Kung Fu Retreat

Instructors having the patience of saints.

Four weeks of fun, lots of laughter, along with a little bit of pain.

Leaning about Kung Fu as we didn’t know anthything.

I really enjoyed my time here, especially learning about the club’s long and fascinating history. The instructors all knew what they were doing which made training enjoyable to go to. Compared to my experience at a training camp in China, I felt I learned much more here since there wasn’t a language barrier.

The supportive atmosphere. It’s hard but that’s the point and everyone wants to see you succeed.

Het was een fantastische ervaring die ik nooit had willen missen. Het geduld, de humor en passie van de instructeurs maakten de trainingen plezierig en super leerzaam. Ik ben krachtiger, lichter en geïnspireerd thuisgekomen. Dank aan master Iain en de volledige crew!

The quality and variety of the Qigong and Kung Fu teaching

I loved the whole experience.Everone,staff,and students were very nice which made the mental and physical training fun .was given a lot of information I intend to use for personal and professional use.my fitness level improved and I lost kilos!

Anybody looking for an authentic Qigong and Kung Fu experience, visit the Nam Yang Kungfu Retreat in Pai, Northern Thailand.

I would highly recommend it, I had a fantastic and very rewarding experience.

The training is excellent, with Master Ian at the top of the pyramid clearly leading by example. It was really noticeable that there were no big egos instead just a welcoming supportive team of instructors who were incredibly knowledgeable and supportive. The instructors are dedicated and serious about not only teaching you but pushing you to get the best out of yourself. Outside of the class the atmosphere is super chilled, fitting in with the surrounding area of Pai.

To top it off, the grounds are incredible and really conducive to practice. You have mountains surrounding the retreat and everything is carefully positioned to bring the best out of the natural environment. The town of Pai is within walking distance or if you prefer you can hire a moped or bicycle like I did.

I signed up for an 8 day retreat, if I had the time I would have spent longer as I was enjoying myself so much. Despite only staying 8 days, the well devised program ensured I came away with extremely useful tools that I can practically apply on a daily basis. I came to learn more about Qigong and left with a solid foundation in place that I can build upon.

Whether you're considering a short visit or a longer stay, my advice is to dive in.

I learned by example how I would never ever run a place like this.

My advise: take the cancel insurance or come here first and after being here decide to stay.

Get a long term visa first, a visa run is not cheap!

I left this place having more than a month remaining, the money is gone (in fact I wanted to leave on my second day, but there was no buy out) and the time is not donateable. They said I could come back to use the time, but do I want to?

Weather warning: in the smoky season March / April the air is realy bad!

My take home question:

Ask yourself do you really need a master to tell you whats right or wrong?

The teachers are very well trained and they do their best to pass the knowledge to the students. The atmosphere is very supportive when it comes to learning. No matter what level you are training you will improve at this school. The school itself is located in a beautiful place in nature.

It was a brief stay but I got so much out of it. Fantastic instructors. I am so glad I stayed. I wish I could have stayed longer. Great atmosphere

The retreat presented a new varied experience not expected. I was taken by the tranquil environment, not rushed nor judgemental but accommodating to my age and physical condition. Got an excellent workout with Kanika that I was hoping for. Conversations and 'Tea Time' with Master Iian were excellent and enlightening. Will recommend it to everyone looking for direction and centeredness of energy and being.

I really enjoyed my time at the Kung Fu retreat. The surroundings are breathtaking and beautiful. It is such a pleasure to practice Qi Gong and Kung Fu there. The trainers are all super skilled and passionate about the subject! Furthermore I loved the community spirit that wat present at the retreat. Felt instantly welcomed and could relax into the group.

I was very impressed and surprised at the humbleness of Master Iain. He has been twice the world champion in Kung Fu and I never heard a word about it from him. I had a lot of questions and Master Iain was very attentive to all of my questions and gave me great answers. I learned a lot during my time at the retreat!

Thank you so much Master Iain and team and hopefully see you again. Will definitely come back when I am in the area!

I had an incredible time, i loved everything about it!

I liked that instructors and other students didn't care about how much you can or can't. Everybody were focused on "the best you can" and it was enough to learn quite a lot. Even in a week. The best outcome for the inner kung fu camp would be in two weeks though. :)

The chikung in the morning, meditation in the tempel and a good workout all day.

Connection with others and the general environment, as well as the regular exercise.

We came with our toddler and they were very accommodating and even found us a babysitter that could come on site.

We really liked our main life-balance instructors: Thomas, Sofia, and Scott.

The retreat location is amazing.

Everyone was very welcoming, open, kind, approachable and helpful.

We learnt a lot even in such a short visit and have lots to take home with us.

the atmosphere and the schedule