Welcome
Tao Sangha international invites everyone who wishes to grow spiritually, and
share happiness with others to the Tao Shiatsu and Sangha World Gathering 2013.
Date of Gathering
The Tao Shiatsu and Sangha World Gathering 2013
will be held from July 20th - July 30th
Attendee's Family with children and friends are welcome.
We offer child care and special family programs.
Tao Sangha Vision
Tao Sangha envisions a world where people's lives become rich through
the heart of giving. We believe the world can be a joyful place by people
giving & helping each other. Tao sangha is a community where the fundamental
beliefs & practices of Pureland Buddhism are alive and where our creativity &
actions have a ripple effect on everyone‘s life.
Place of the Gathering
The gathering will be held in Pattaya
(Jomtien), Thailand which is about
two hours by bus from Bangkok.
The Hotel
Sigma Resort in Jomtien/Pattaya
The Sigma resort has a variety of sporting and recreational activities. For
water enthusiasts, sea sports abound. There's water-skiing, wind surfing,
sailing, scuba diving, deep sea fishing - just to name a few. And for the
more land-oriented activities, you'll find golf, tennis, horseback riding,
bowling, snooker and much more.
www.sigmaresort.com
Why is Tao Sangha organising this gathering?
It might not be so easy for everyone to imagine why we would like
you to attend this event.
... Well, actually we just want people to enjoy the hospitality of Tao Sangha.
Because, Tao Sangha organizers feel happy, seeing you & everyone relaxing and
experiencing joy through giving to others. This is why we are having the gathering.
It doesn't matter, whether you study Tao Shiatsu or not. Anyone can enjoy
this event, as we will also be offering other kinds of workshops such as
“The Power of Ki: Good Fortune from the Buddha” and ”Wish Realization“, and
more.
Why is Tao Sangha organising this gathering?
In case you just wanted to do a health retreat with healing Tao Shiatsu treatments,
yoga, and meditation, you can! You‘ll receive a treatment once a day with healthy
vegetarian meals at the 4-star beach resort hotel, and also take part in Buddhist
musical meditative chanting and other Tao Sangha healing activities.
If you want to be there primarily as a companion of your partner
(who is a participant in the workshop), you can also enjoy other
Tao Sangha activities, as well as the beach resort, sight-seeing, shopping etc.
We especially would like to welcome families and children and will provide
childcare. We believe that this is a great opportunity for children to play with other
children from other parts of the world, experience a different atmosphere and
culture, and feel the caring hearts of other adults.
If you …
... are feeling weary and running on empty - looking for a way to restore & energize,
searching to find a purpose in life ... this can be your chance to fill up your tank.
... are wanting to communicate with others wholeheartedly in an
authentic & meaningful way ... this will be an opportunity.
... are searching for an effective Shiatsu treatment to heal others ...
this can be one of your study options in the gathering.
... are looking for a Buddhist practice that includes the enjoyment of music and
unifies with other religions/spiritual traditions ... this can be a great opportunity.
... are looking for an amazing self-defense martial art with Ki & lots of fun ...
this can be your chance.
Program
Basically there are two main Programs to enjoy at the gathering
Tao Shiatsu Workshops
based on Buddhist practice of Ki and the Power of Good Fortune
Healing Holiday
to experience joy and the mysteries of life
Healing Holiday
Tao Shiatsu treatments
During the 10-day gathering, there will be opportunities to receive Tao Shiatsu
treatments daily.
Ki and Heart Workshops for Adults and Children (2 days)
Studying & experiencing the power of Ki to bring you good fortune from the Buddha
Tao Shiatsu and Ki ShinDo Workshops
Study Tao Shiatsu
Tao Shiatsu ~ Levels 1, 2, and 3, all based on Buddhist principles
Ki ShinDo (Ki Martial Art that is fun!)
Ki Shindo as an art of self-defense and practice to create happiness
in your life
The Power of Ki: Good Fortune Practice
Buddhist Healing session
Experience delightful relaxation & receive the power of good fortune
to realize your wishes.
Buddhist Chanting
Through this practice we recognize the abundance of gifts we receive - gifts of
joy, wisdom, health, infinite possibilities, and wishes that really do come true.
For your enjoyment
Lucky Rave night
Create your fortune by putting positive words into your
subconsciousness with laughter, singing and dancing.
Yoga session
Professional yoga instructors leading all levels.
Entertainment and Party
Performances by participants. Live bands provided by Tao Sangha members.
Enjoy music and dancing.
Sightseeing tour
Coral Island Tour, Buddhist Temple, Botanical Gardens, Zoo and more..
Game and sports
Exciting board game "Chari-TX", billiards, water sports and sporting events
with hotel staff, ... and more
Special Program for Children
Program for Children and Companions
We have prepared a program for companions and children.
Workshop Schedule
Date Time
19. July
20. July
21. July
22. July
Buddhist Musical Buddhist Musical
Chanting
Chanting
7-8 a.m
23. July
Buddhist Musical
Chanting
9 a.m-1p.m
Transfer to
Pattaya
Workshop
Workshop
Workshop
1p.m-5p.m
Lunch
Orientation
& Psychological
Workshop, Chanting
Lunch
Free time
& Activities of
your choice
Lunch
Free time
& Activities of
your choice
Lunch
Free time
& Activities of
your choice
5p.m-7p.m
Free time
Ki Shindo
Chanting
Ki Shindo
Chanting
Ki Shindo
Chanting
Welcome Dinner
Dinner-Break
Dinner-Break
Dinner-Break
Performance
Performance
Ki Fortune power
night
Free night
7p.m-9.30p.m
Starting
9.30p.m
Bangkok
Night
(optional)
Schedule
DateTime
24.July
25. Jul.
26. July
27. July
28. July
29. July
30. July
Free day
7-8 a.m
Buddhist
Musical
Chanting
Buddhist
Musical
Chanting
Buddhist
Musical
Chanting
Buddhist
Musical
Chanting
Buddhist
Musical
Chanting
Buddhist
Musical
Chanting
9a.m1p.m
Workshops
Workshops
Workshops
Workshops
Workshops
Workshops
1p.m5p.m
Lunch
Free time &
Activities of
your choice
Lunch
Free time &
Activities of
your choice
Lunch
Free time &
Activities of
your choice
Lunch
Free time &
Activities of
your choice
Lunch
Free time &
Activities of
your choice
Lunch
Departure
to Bangkok
5p.m7p.m
Ki Shindo
Chanting
Ki Shindo
Chanting
Ki Shindo
Chanting
Ki Shindo
Chanting
Ki Shindo
Chanting
7-9.30
Dinner-Break
Dinner-Break Dinner-Break
Dinner-Break
Farewell
Dinner
s
Performance
Gathering
Ki fortune Entertainment
Dance night
and Party
Entertainment
and Party
Pattaya tour
(optional)
Lunch
Pattaya
night
Free night
Participation fee includes:
Accommodation
Four Star Hotel in Jomtien Beach, 2 hours from Bangkok.
Meals
Daily breakfast, lunch, tea & fruit break, welcome and farewell dinners.
(Bonus for early booking and deposit: Pattaya tours and dinner)
Workshops & Classes
Tao Shiatsu, Power of Ki: Good Fortune from the Buddha, Ki Shindo, Yoga classes,
etc.
Healing
Tao Shiatsu treatments, Buddhist healing session
Other
Party, performances, daily practice of Chanting,
Day trip to Coral Island, and other sight-seeing trips.
Participation fee (Euro/US/CAN/YEN)
Workshops
Buddha‘s Birthday booking (before April 8th) € 960 US$ 1220 CAN$ 1200 YEN 96.000
Regular booking ( by June 20th)
€ 1080 US$ 1380 CAN$ 1360 YEN 108.000
Later booking (until workshop starts)
€ 1140 US$ 1470 CAN$ 1450 YEN 114.000
Healing Holiday (friends, partner, patients of participants)
Also includes daily treatments, 2 days of Ki workshops (for all ages)
Regular price
€ 960
US$ 1220 CAN$ 1200 YEN 96.000
Partner price
€ 630
US$ 800
CAN$ 780
YEN 630,00
Participation fee (Euro/US/CAN/YEN)
Children at Tao Sangha Gathering
Includes breakfast, extra beds, child care and other activities
€180 US$/CAN$ 220 YEN 18,000
Extra fee for Single room
€180 US$/CAN$ 220 YEN 18,000
Deposit (please reserve early to guarantee your place at the gathering)
€100 US$/CAN$ 100 YEN 10,000
Bonus for early booking and deposit:
Free Pattaya day tour, dinner & night tour
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Cancellation
In case of cancellation, we refund 70% of any fees paid)
Extra Services
Bangkok Package A (before gathering)
€ 70 US$/CAN$ 90 YEN 7000
1. Bangkok Night (riverside buffet dinner)
2. Four star Hotel for one night stay (breakfast included)
3. Transfer Bangkok to Pattaya (July 19th)
Bangkok Package B (after gathering)
€ 70 US$/CAN$ 90 YEN 7000
1. Transfer Bangkok to Pattaya (July 30th)
2. Four star Hotel for one night stay, breakfast included
3. Dinner at Suki in Chinatown
Time schedule
Oct 20th
First Information (Bulletin)
Dec 20th
Interest of participation
Jan 20th
Second Information (Bulletin)
April 8th
Deadline for early booking special(Payment in full)
May 20th
Third Information (Bulletin)
June 20th
Deadline for regular booking ( payment in full)
Homepage proposal
Healing Holiday
Tao Shiatsu and Ki ShinDo
Workshops
What is this Gathering
about ?
Basic Information
Location and hotel
Schedule
Participation Fee
Fun & Enjoyment
Power of Ki: Good
Fortunefrom the Buddha
Registration and
Contacts
Tao Sangha World
Gathering on Facebook
Links
Lottery
Special child care program
Tao Sangha Trailers
Free Preparation
Workshops
Enjoy the free spirit of Buddhism
Make your life Art