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In 2019, after having had a fantastic Qi Fest on the beautiful island of Maui, we set plans to hold our next exciting event. When the time came to choose a new location for 2020, we decided that the picturesque Santa Cruz grounds of 1440 Multiversity surrounded by beautiful redwood forests, would be perfect. However, due to the wake of a global pandemic, we had to switch gears and bring the Qi Fest 2020 online. 

 

As an unprecedented first, we met the opportunity to reshape our vision with determination. Changing the event to an online format presented new challenges but also enabled us to increase our online presence, attendance, and allow for a better all-around experience. 

Though initially slated for May 22-24, we moved the event to June 26-28, 2020, allowing us to upgrade our online capabilities and new features like recordings of each day and an online community forum. 

The most impressive aspect of the Qi Fest was the ability to transmit our...

Shaolin Life @Deep Root Center for Spiritual Studies is happy to announce that Early Bird registration for the Qi Fest 2020 starts TODAY. We're so excited and can't wait to see you. 

Qi Fest 2020 happens May 22-24, 2020 at 1440 Multiversity in Santa Cruz. 

1440 is a state of the art campus surrounded by lush redwood forests nested between Santa Cruz and Silicon Valley. 

For 3 days, guests will immerse themselves in wellness sessions taught by leading professionals in the field; Mindful Meditation, Qi gong,  Yoga,  Tai Chi, Pan African Dance,  and Zen Self Defense. 

With room purchase, guests will have access to all the amenities 1440 offers. Guest will enjoy 6 delicious organic meals, access to the Infinity Pool and Steam Room in The Healing Arts Center, hike in the forested redwoods, 1440's Fitness Center and Signature classes.

This event is not to be missed.  Early Bird registration ends Feb 14, 2020, but that time will be here before you...