Tai Chi desert retreat
for women, men, singles and couples
Spend 5 days in the middle of the fascinating desert landscape, the Sahara in Morocco, and immerse yourself in the world of Tai Chi, Qi Gong and life energy.
At our retreat we offer you the unique opportunity to experience these traditional practices in an inspiring environment. Discover the harmony of body and mind as you enjoy the beauty of the desert and let the tranquil atmosphere inspire you for your spiritual journey. Here you will experience a profound connection with yourself and the magnificent nature.
NEW
Tai Chi Desert Retreat
in the Sahara of Morocco
from February 6-15, 2025
9 days for 2200 €
Including 4 x online accompaniment after the retreat
to deepen the Tai Chi sequence and
video material for independent practice!
This trip is for you if you:
- would like to get to know the benefits of Tai Chi training and the important basics.
- want to learn what your body needs
to feel healthy, young, flexible,
grounded and connected
. - your inner voice
. - from life with nomads
. - are ready
to connect with your self in the deeper dimensions. - Love silence and at the same time enjoy meeting new people.
Nomads don't need much to be happy:
tea, good company, good food, music, fun and nature!
The strenght is to be found in serenity
My name is Nora Curcio
I am of German-Sicilian descent, an artist and dancer,
a theater woman with my own theater, and a blogger.
Teacher of dance, yoga, tai chi, Ayurvedic bodyworker, mentor for femininity & body work and desert companion.
The desert captivated me for the first time 30 years ago
Today I organize unique desert trips and retreats with my team of nomads in conjunction with my knowledge, experiences and wisdom.
My lessons and career:
Thanks to my diverse training in dance, Tai Chi, yoga, Ayurvedic bodywork, acting and a lot of self-awareness, I don't just focus on one concept.
professionally for over 30 years (New York and in Germany with my own theater) and have since then passed on my knowledge as a teacher in academies and dance schools: dancers, actors, professionals and amateurs, men, women, young people and children .
It is very important to me to give my students the best foundation and train them to be their own best teacher. My strengths include diversity, infectious enthusiasm, empathy and the balance between rigor and humor.
credentials
Click here and you can read what enthusiastic customers have written about my desert trips.
Credentials:
“Openness, flexibility, curiosity and courage. Combined with great joy for life, this is of course contagious.
You awaken my desire for life, people and travel and give me the courage to try new things and believe in myself - or to literally jump into the deep end, which is what you do. You are alive, connected and whole to the fullest extent of the senses. That’s convincing!” Michael, actor and coach
“Nora works with so much passion, authenticity and love that it still touches me!” Beate, participant Dance into Femininity and Desert Journey
“She supported us with her experience and knowledge and always managed to get everything out of us.” Felixa, actress
Here you have the opportunity to relax and expand into silence through Tai Chi and Qi Gong. The unique environment offers the perfect backdrop to immerse yourself in the practice of cultivating life energy. The desert is not only an ideal place but also offers us important lessons about life.
By being with the nomads, their wisdom, their cheerful serenity, their sense of music and rhythm, and their view of life, their love for animals and people and their humility towards nature, show us valuable principles that we integrate into our lives and can therefore develop a deeper connection to nature, to other people and to ourselves.
That's exactly why I organize my retreats and desert trips here in the desert with the nomads.
We can learn valuable life lessons from nomads in the desert and feel and love life in all its immense abundance again.
Adaptability.
Nomads in the desert are masters of adaptation. They adapt quickly to changing conditions and use resources efficiently. This ability to adapt can teach us to react flexibly to changes and to approach new situations with openness.
From their attention to the environment we can learn to deal with nature more consciously. Nomads are closely connected to their natural surroundings. Your life in the desert requires a deep understanding of nature and the ability to use limited resources respectfully.
Sense of Community : Since nomads often live in close-knit communities where cohesion and mutual support are crucial to survival, this solidarity can inspire us to appreciate and promote the value of community and interpersonal relationships in our modern world.
Appreciate simplicity.
Nomads often lead simple lives, focusing on the essentials. This can encourage us to recognize the importance of simplicity and minimalism to live a fulfilling life beyond material superfluities.
About Tai Chi, Qi Gong and life energy
Tai Chi is a traditional Chinese martial art that is also considered a form of meditative movement training.
Regular practice of Tai Chi can have various positive effects on the body and mind. These include strengthening muscles, improving balance and coordination, reducing stress and anxiety, promoting relaxation and well-being, and increasing concentration and mental clarity. Tai chi can also help improve flexibility and support overall physical health. In my work as a teacher of all physical arts, I place the greatest value on understanding, posture, accuracy and a healthy foundation. During these days you will experience your body and your energy in a completely new way.
Sequence
Day 1: Meeting point in Marrakech + overnight stay
Day 2: Drive to the desert city + overnight stay
Day 3, 4, 5, 6, 7: Desert camp
Day 8: Lunch Mhamid / Overnight stay in Agdz
Day 9: Drive to Marrakech + overnight stay
Day 10: Departure from Marrakech or extension in Marrakech
or to the sea to Essaouira.
Overnight stays:
– In the desert 5 x in a one-man tent/
outdoor or large tent
– In the hotels 4 x in double rooms.
If you want a single room, you pay an additional €200 for 4 overnight stays (must be requested in good time!).
A camp
A camp just for us awaits us in the middle of the desert.
We will spend time here doing our exercises over the next few days. Day trips with camels are on the program.
Breathtaking sunsets invite you to meditate. And the nights by the fire inspire conversation, music and fun. We will also have personal time for ourselves.
Retreat content
- Energy work with Qi Gong
- Tai Chi – the long Yang form
- Resolve blockages
- Learn massage: especially trigger points
- Mindfulness and presence
- A solid foundation for bodywork
- Posture, stance and grounding
- 4 x online follow-up meetings to deepen your knowledge
- Video for practicing the Tai Chi form.
- Excursions with and without dromedaries
- Very important: time for you!
My blog posts about Morocco and the desert