Awaken Your Potential! London

Change your story. Change the World.

Join a Life-Changing Retreat

This 3-day immersive retreat based in the heart of London empowers you to rediscover your inner strength and creating lasting transformation. Guided by George Thompson, renowned filmmaker and disseminator of Daoist philosophy, you’ll explore practical wisdom, mindful movement, and deep self-reflection in a supportive community.

What You Will Experience

During the retreat, you'll explore George’s unique synthesis of ancient wisdom and modern science:

📚  3 Full Days of Immersive Learning: from morning meditation to evening reflections. Every moment is designed to facilitate personal transformation.

🙌  Personalised Guidance from George Thompson: Benefit from George’s unique ability to translate ancient wisdom into practical tools for overcoming today’s challenges.

⭐️  Transformative Workshops: Engage in sessions exploring consciousness and aligning with your purpose. Learn to apply timeless Daoist wisdom to modern challenges in your personal and professional life.

🌱 Beautiful Vegan Meals: cooked by a local vegan chef

☯️  Tai Chi and Qi Gong: explore the healing power of playful, mindful movement. Tai Chi is not just a movement practice, it is a philosophy for life!

🧘🏻‍♂️  Meditation & Breathwork: Calm your mind and focus through guided meditation sessions. Learn how you can tap into the power of your breath and ‘relax on demand’.

🫶 Community Support: Share insights and connect with others in the intimate group setting, deepening your understanding through shared learning and real-time feedback.

🎶 Music & Celebration: Enjoy community connections through music and playful activities to unwind and celebrate your progress together.

About the location: An Accessible Urban Oasis for Transformation

Event Timings

Friday: Arrive 2 pm in our East London teaching space. We’ll start 3pm sharp. We’ll eat together and be in workshops until around 10pm.
Saturday: Meet 8am for morning practice in Victoria Park. Then we’ll be in workshops until 10pm.
Sunday: Meet 8am for morning practice in Victoria Park. We’ll close with lunch and complete by 2pm.

We recommend you stay nearby to reduce travel time.

What Students Are Saying

"This retreat made me feel truly accepted and gave me the strength to deal with my emotions. It’s a place to be yourself, reset, and find joy.”

“I came to connect with George and his community, and I leave feeling freer in body and emotions, with immense gratitude. If you’ve thought about coming, don’t second guess it—you belong here.”

“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.”

About George Thompson 

George is a a filmmaker, storyteller, and educator. Drawing from his extensive studies in the Wudang Mountains of China, he has dedicated his life to translating ancient wisdom into fun, practical tools for overcoming the challenges of modern life—from anxiety, meaninglessness to disconnection.

“Daoism has changed my life. Over the past 6 years I have studied Daoism in China with my Tai Chi Master, Master Gu. I’ve learned not to take my harsh inner critic so seriously. I’ve felt more joyful and connected to our beautiful living planet. I better understand our societal problems and the way back to balance. I am no Master or Guru, I am a life long student of the Dao. But I hope and believe that you will get a lot of value out of our time together. I invite you to get deeper with me in the spirit of exploration.”

Check George's work on YouTube