Twin Rivers, One Source: Qigong and Meditation for Ease, Energy, and Equanimity (TJ1D26)
Teja Bell
February 8, 2026
Please only register for one of the two formats: On-Land or Online.
Registration closes at 9:00am (Pacific Time) on February 8, 2026. A waiting list will be created if the program fills early. A recording* will be available following the program.
Description:
In this winter day of shared practice, the twin rivers of Qigong and meditation come together as one living stream. Rooted in ancient contemplative traditions and informed by modern understanding of nervous system regulation, these practices support calm, vitality, and emotional balance. Through guided and silent meditation, gentle Qigong, mindful breathing, Dharma reflections, and periods of healing handpan music with Gary Muszynski of One World Music, we will explore how stillness nourishes movement, and movement clarifies awareness. Practiced together, meditation and Qigong become a single, integrated path toward ease, energy, and equanimity.
Held within the supportive embrace of Spirit Rock, this retreat offers a sanctuary to rest, reset, and reconnect with embodied presence. Whether joining onsite in the meditation hall or online from your own space, you’ll leave with practical tools and embodied understandings you can carry directly into daily life, supporting wellbeing, clarity, and ease in the midst of change. All abilities and levels of experience warmly welcome!
Accessibility & Trauma-Sensitive Practices Note:
This retreat is offered with a trauma-sensitive and accessibility-aware approach. All practices are invitational, and may be adapted or paused at any time. The practices offered emphasize accessibility, kindness toward the body, and respect for individual pacing. Options will be given for standing, seated, and supine practice, and you are encouraged to listen to and honor the wisdom of your body. You are always welcome to step out, rest, or engage in ways that feel most supportive.
Sliding Scale: Our sliding scale options for this program include financial support for our teachers. Please consider paying at the highest rate that you can afford: your generosity supports teachers as well as Spirit Rock and your fellow practitioners who need to pay less.
On-Land Sliding Scale: (TJ1D26)**
Benefactor – $310
Sustainer – $235
Basic – $140
Scholarship Rate (BIPOC, M/K) – $70
**Volunteer/Work Exchange opportunities, which include full or partial Scholarships, may be available for the in-person program. For more information, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteering@spiritrock.org.
Online Sliding Scale: (TJ1Z26)***
Benefactor – $175
Sustainer – $95
Basic – $75
Scholarship Rate (BIPOC, M/K) – $45
***Online Program: All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org no later than 12:00pm (NOON) PT on the day prior to the program date.
*Important Notes:
Access to Recording
- Registration includes unlimited access to this program’s recording. You must register by the deadline above. The recording will be available in ~10 days after the program.
On-Land Attendees
- The on-land program will take place in the Community Meditation Center (CMC) in the Great Hall.
- Bring a lunch and a water bottle. Lunch is not provided.
- This is NOT a residential retreat. Overnight accommodations are not provided.
COVID Safety Protocols for non-residential programs: details here.
Cancellation Policy for On-Land: Daylongs, Multiday Programs (1-3 days), Family Programs, CEC fees:
- NO REFUNDS.
- Open Credit or Donation to Spirit Rock = cancel 2 or more business days prior to program (Pacific Time)
- No Open Credit = cancel less than 2 business days prior
About the Teacher
Teja Bell
Teja Bell (Fudo Myoo Rōshi 老師) is a lineage dharma teacher and Rinzai Zen master, the 84th ancestor of Lin-Chi I-Chuan's Chan lineage. He is a 6th degree Black Belt in Aikido and a life-long practitioner and teacher of Chinese Internal Arts and Qigong. Teaching Internationally (in China and Europe), Teja integrates meditation, and dharma, […]
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