Calligraphy Health in-person training
with Master Zhen Hua Yang
Moving Meditation
Courses & Workshops
Europe / Australia / China
Experience the power of moving meditation – where inner peace meets gentle movement to harmonize your body and mind.
2025 Calendar
In-person training with Master Yang
March 2026
April 2026
May 2026
June 2026
Types of in-person training
We categorize our in-person training based on duration and topic into the following types:
COURSES (7–10 days):
Progressive Courses: A 5-part, 10-day series within Organ Service, designed to work with the entire body system. The progressive Organ Service training can begin from any Part between 1–3 but it is advised that students follow the original, suggested order. Parts 4–5 are for experienced students only.
Specialized Courses: Focused on specific health areas such as Cancer Support, Digestion, Mental Health, etc. Available for all levels.
WORKSHOPS (1–6 days)
Specialized Workshops: Shorter, intensive programs targeting key health areas like Breathwork, Hormones, Spinal Health, and more. Typically held over a weekend or slightly longer. Available for all levels.
For further information, please read our Training Guide, or contact us at: contact@calligraphyhealth.com
Which course is right for you?
All events in 2025 are open to both beginners and experienced students ensuring that any event you choose will be suitable for you.
FOR LIMITED TIME:
If your time is limited, you can choose from shorter workshops lasting 2 to 5 days, selecting based on the topic, duration, a suitable date, or a convenient location.
FOR COMPREHENSIVE TRAINING:
For a deeper, holistic experience, we invite you to join our flagship 10-day Organ Service courses. If possible, it’s best to start with Part 1, but if the timing or location isn’t ideal, you can begin with any part between 1 and 3.
FOR MORE DYNAMICS:
For those interested in martial arts, we invite you to a special event titled “Power & Compassion,” which combines the holistic practices of Calligraphy Health with the dynamic internal martial art known as Calligraphy Elbow.
Calligraphy Health in-person events are not just retreats that offer a temporary escape before returning to your usual routine.
They are immersive trainings designed to teach you skills and give you the independence to integrate them into your daily life.
Master Yang’s approach emphasizes personal experience over theory, helping you discover your body’s wisdom and activate its potential. Whether you attend a shorter workshop or a full 10-day course, you’ll gain the tools to continue practicing at home.
With a focus on gradual learning, balanced with rest, you’ll leave equipped with movements and principles to integrate into your daily life. This personal practice offers lasting benefits for physical vitality, mental clarity, and emotional balance, empowering you to live a harmonious life.
During in-person courses & workshops you will:
✔ Calligraphy Health exercises – a form of moving meditation that supports the regeneration of both body and mind.
✔ Breathing techniques – helping to reduce stress and restore inner harmony.
✔ Organ Service Skills – Techniques that act as a self-visceral massage, stimulating and supporting your internal organs through movement, breath, and focused intention to enhance their function and overall vitality.
✔ Internal Energy Cultivation – Techniques to connect with and master your internal energy, going beyond breath and movement.
✔ Deepening the mind-body connection – promoting overall well-being and inner harmony.
✔ Alleviating stress and anxiety – through effective relaxation techniques.
✔ Enhancing mobility and vitality – improving flexibility, mobility, and overall vitality.
Who is this training for?
✔ Open to All – Regardless of age, physical fitness level, or prior experience in movement or breathwork practices.
✔ Energy and Immunity Boost – Beneficial for those experiencing low energy or weakened immune systems.
✔ Support for Internal Organs & Recovery – Beneficial for individuals looking to improve their organ function, including those who have experienced digestive issues, abdominal surgery, or a cesarean section and want to restore balance from within.
✔ Stress, Tension & Pressure Relief – Designed for those dealing with high stress, tension, and pressure in daily life, providing tools to regulate the nervous system and promote deep relaxation.
✔ People Seeking a Mind-Body Connection – Ideal for those who want to develop greater awareness, balance emotions, and experience deeper harmony between body and mind.
✔ Individuals Recovering from Physical or Emotional Challenges – Beneficial for those recovering from illness, burnout, or emotional trauma, offering a gentle yet effective way to rebuild inner strength and resilience.
✔ Professionals Seeking Energy Maintenance – Perfect for health practitioners, therapists, and professionals looking to maintain and enhance their energy levels in demanding environments.
What do you gain?
✔ Between 2 to 10 days of training with Master Zhen Hua Yang: Each day, you will spend 5–7 hours learning and practicing with Master Yang.
✔ Video recordings of the positions demonstrated during the course: These materials will support your practice both during and after the course, helping you refine and retain the techniques learned.
✔ New, supportive connections with like-minded individuals: Practicing together fosters relationships and the exchange of experiences.
✔ A support group on WhatsApp: Stay connected, share progress, and receive encouragement during the course.
✔ A list of positions covered in the course: A structured list to help you quickly recall exercises and continue your practice independently.
✔ A curated playlist for home practice: Selected by Master Yang, this music enhances relaxation and focus during your exercises.
✔ A peaceful natural setting: The course takes place in a scenic location that promotes regeneration, inner harmony, and deep relaxation.
What does the training look like?
The courses and workshops last between 20 to 10 days. During this time, you practice for about 5–7 hours a day with Master Yang. While some time is dedicated to wisdom and knowledge, the majority is spent learning and practicing movement sequences under Master Yang’s guidance.
Each day, you learn new movements, gradually building a complete sequence over the duration of the course. Throughout the training, you receive corrections and adjustments from Master Yang, deepening your understanding of the practice. By the end, you gain the confidence and independence to continue training at home.
The learning process is adapted to your own pace, allowing you to rest as needed. The practice is done without force, making it accessible to everyone. What may seem like long training hours often pass by in the blink of an eye, thanks to the supportive group atmosphere and Master Yang’s presence.
Learn more about this health approach:
Are you feeling overwhelmed by countless health trends and struggling to find time for comprehensive well-being?
In today’s world it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the multitude of health trends, hacks and wellness options available. Balancing mental, physical, and energetic well-being can be challenging, especially with limited time to dedicate to each aspect. This often leads to confusion about which methods are truly effective, sustainable and worth the effort.
Discover a moving meditation rooted in ancient Chinese knowledge
Calligraphy Health method led by Master Zhen Hua Yang, offer a holistic approach that integrates gentle movement with meditation, addressing all facets of well-being in an accessible and time-efficient manner. Rooted in the ancient Chinese arts of Nei Gong and Qi Gong, this practice is rooted in a rich tradition and history to promote health and balance.
See what this practice looks like:
Learn a practical, experience-based method that empowers you to practice independently at home
Integrating Body, Mind, and Energy
Experience a holistic practice that goes deeper than movement and breath, allowing you to connect with your internal organs, blood, and Qi circulation. This method works as a natural self-visceral massage that supports your body’s internal systems. By harmonizing these elements, you cultivate a deeply rooted sense of well-being and inner balance.
Learning directly from Master Yang
Experience hands-on learning directly from Master Zhen Hua Yang, an authentic Chinese practitioner with over 50 years of experience in internal arts and 30 years of teaching others. This direct mentorship ensures that participants gain practical skills rooted in traditional wisdom, moving beyond theoretical knowledge.
Gaining independence for at-home practice
Master Yang’s teaching emphasizes personal experience over theory, guiding you to uncover your body’s innate wisdom and activate its potential. Whether you participate in a brief workshop or an extensive 10-day course, you’ll acquire practical tools for independent home practice. By immersing yourself in experiential learning, you develop autonomy and confidence, contrasting with methods requiring ongoing guidance.
About
About Master
Zhen Hua Yang
Master Zhen Hua Yang comes from a family with a 400-year tradition of energy practices and martial arts. He began his training at the age of two under the guidance of his father and grandfather and later refined his skills with skiled masters from the Shaolin and Wudang monasteries, including the renowned monk Hai Deng, famous for his “one-finger stand.”
His personal experience of overcoming asthma in childhood through practice became his motivation to help others. For over 30 years, he has shared his knowledge with a diverse range of students – from monks and athletes to artists and business professionals – helping them achieve greater performance through inner balance. He also led special Calligraphy Health courses for the Australian military for four years, supporting soldiers in overcoming trauma and PTSD.
What sets Master Yang apart is his authentic fusion of ancient wisdom with a deep understanding of modern health and life challenges, making his teachings both timeless and highly relevant today.
How is Calligraphy Health different from other practices?
Moving Meditation
Fluid, gentle, and natural movements aligned with the body’s energy channels, Meridians, in a meditative state, harmonizing both body and mind.
Internal organ servicing
The movements engage the body’s center, acting as a gentle self-visceral massage that naturally enhances internal organ function.
Increase your energy levels
Stimulating the body’s energy channels while engaging the Dantian (energy center) cultivates and stores vital energy, promoting sustained vitality and reduced fatigue.
Works on multiple levels
This practice simultaneously engages the body, mind, and energy by harmonizing the digestive, circulatory, and nervous systems.
Improved sleep and enhanced recovery
By calming the nervous system, this practice enhances sleep quality, leading to improved nighttime recovery.
Accessible to everyone
It’s suitable for all ages, gender and levels of physical ability, including seated positions.
Students Testimonials
Explore testimonials from Master Yang’s students, sharing their personal experiences and insights following various in-person courses.
FAQs
Here is a list of frequently asked questions. If you don’t find the answer to your question, please contact us at: contact@calligraphyhealth.com
Is any preparation required to join the training?
No prior experience in meditation, breathing, or physical preparation is required to participate in the training. This method is accessible to anyone regardless of age, gender, or physical fitness. If your health condition prevents you from standing, you can practice while seated in a chair.
Won’t 5–7 hour of practice a day be too much?
Engaging in 5 to 7 hours of daily practice may seem extensive; however, our programs are thoughtfully designed to accommodate participants of all experience levels. The schedule incorporates regular breaks and maintains a balanced pace to ensure that both beginners and seasoned practitioners can participate comfortably without feeling overwhelmed. Participants are encouraged to practice at their own pace and take rest as needed. Many find that, despite initial concerns, the time passes swiftly, with sessions feeling engaging and fulfilling. Immersive retreat experiencesleads to significant improvements in various dimensions of health and well-being, with benefits lasting beyond the retreat period.
Can I cancel my participation after purchasing the course?
To reserve a spot in the course, a deposit of 50% of the total amount is required. The remaining balance must be paid no later than 30 days before the course begins. If you cancel more than 14 days before the event, we will refund 80% of the amount paid.
The conditions for accommodation cancellations are managed by the venues.
What payment methods are available?
You can pay for the course using a credit card through our website or via a bank transfer to our euro account. If you prefer to pay by bank transfer, please contact us for the necessary information. Reach out to the event coordinator at: contact@calligraphyhealth.com
What is the course price based on?
The pricing of our courses reflects the value of receiving direct instruction from Master Zhen Hua Yang, an expert with over 50 years of experience in internal arts and health practices. Each course offers 5 to 7 hours of daily training personally led by Master Yang, ensuring individualized guidance and support. This immersive experience equips participants with the skills and knowledge to continue their practice independently at home. The course fees align with the depth of Master Yang’s lifelong dedication and the comprehensive training provided.
Where will I sleep during training?
For shorter workshops lasting between 2 to 4 days, typically held in urban settings, participants are responsible for arranging and funding their own accommodation and meals. In contrast, longer events spanning 5 to 10 days are hosted at retreat centers that provide both lodging and meals.
How do I get to the course location?
For each event, we provide detailed directions for public transportation options to the venue. Approximately one month before the event, we create a WhatsApp group for participants to facilitate communication and coordination, including arranging shared travel plans. Additionally, our team is available to assist you in finding and organizing suitable travel connections to ensure a smooth journey to the course location.
Why are the course and accommodation fees sometimes separated?
In-person events lasting between 5 to 10 days are held at retreat centers. Payments for the course with Master Yang, as well as for food and accommodation, often need to be made separately.
At Calligraphy Health, our headquarters are in Australia, which is why our online store operates in Australian dollars (AUD). To keep accommodation and meal costs as low as possible, we separate these fees from the course tuition. This approach helps avoid additional charges and taxes associated with payment processing.
What do I need to bring with me?
You don’t need any special equipment. Please bring comfortable, non-restrictive clothing suitable for exercise. It’s advisable to have a water bottle or thermos to stay hydrated during sessions. We will send you a packing list tailored to the venue before the course. This may include items such as yoga mats, swimsuits, and mosquito repellent.