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Journey of the Phoenix

Program Dates

December 1 - 7, 2026
Get ready to embark on an electrifying 7-day journey through Korea, giving you a deep experience of the roots of K-culture and the Arirang Spirit. Along the way, you'll supercharge your leadership skills and amplify your clarity as a force for positive change. Plan to arrive at Seoul (Incheon) Airport on December 1, 2026, and then make your way to Seoul, where you'll meet your fellow travelers and spend a night getting acquainted and going over the program. 🛬
 

Journey of the Phoenix:

Arirang Tour 2026

In classical mythology, the Phoenix rises from the ashes of its past life, representing renewal and rebirth.

Our Journey is a chance to experience your own transformation. Let go of the past and create your future with confidence and hope as you explore Korea and learn about the roots of Arirang and K-culture.

Take a look at the video below to get a feel for what you'll experience:

Experience the energy of Seoul

Spend two nights in South Korea's capital city! See the sites and experience the heart of K-culture in this bustling modern metropolis.

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Experience the roots of the Body & Brain practice

Embark on a journey to South Korea and experience the roots of the HEROES and Body & Brain practice. You’ll visit sacred sites and be immersed in the culture and natural beauty of Korea. HEROES Tour participants will also receive expert guidance in qigong and energy meditation!

What is the HEROES Tour?

Most people travel to sightsee, take photos, make memories, and eat delicious food. You'll get to do all that as part of this tour. But for HEROES, there's an added element of purifying the mind, body, and spirit in nature, getting inspired about your life purpose, and practicing deep self-care to refresh your brain.

When that time for reflection and self-care is missing in travel, you might come back home and experience a letdown. After the HEROES Tour, we want you to be empowered with new awakenings, new purpose, and new practices like Meditation, Qigong, and more!

This meditation tour will help you return home refreshed and newly inspired, as you experience deep healing to purify your mind, body, and spirit. 

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Places You'll Visit*

  • Mount Mo-ak: the place where Ilchi Lee attained enlightenment 
  • KookHakWon: the Institute of Korean Cultural Studies
  • GukJoJeon: the headquarters of Sun Tao

Not only will you visit these places, but you’ll strengthen your body, refresh your emotions, and brighten your spirit with a passionate group of fellow HEROES travelers! 

*Locations visited are subject to change

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Hiking (Mt. Moak)

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Institute of Korean Cultural Studies (KookHakWon)

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What You'll Experience

  • Korean cultural immersion and exploration
  • Guided meditation at sacred Korean sites
  • Refreshing meditation and breathing at beautiful natural locations.
  • Greater awareness of the Earth Citizen spirit and a sense of community
  • Deep healing and inspiration to live with purpose
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Meet the Trainers

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Jang Sunghan Dahnsanim

Jang Sunghan is the Regional Manager of Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi in the Southwestern U.S. He has over 25 years of experience as a Body & Brain trainer and has taught Body & Brain stress management programs to companies and organizations like Tesla (Honolulu), the Hawaii State Senate, Panda Express, the cast of TV drama "Hawaii 5-O", and United Airlines.

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David Driscoll

David has been teaching Body & Brain for over 17 years. He leads instructor training programs and Body & Brain events across the country and online. He is an experienced qigong, meditation, and energy yoga coach, having taught over 10,000 Body & Brain classes in his career.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No. The tour price includes rooming with another participant of the same gender.

The most effective solution is to go through your current cellphone service provider and ask about their 'international plan.' This will allow you to receive calls and texts with your current phone number.

The other option is to purchase a local SIM or eSIM card, however, this option may have data and calling restrictions.

Please ask your local Body & Brain center manager for the tour welcome packet for information on when to schedule your flight arrival & departure.

Although you may use your own travel insurance, the Korean Meditation Tour agency we work with provides travel insurance for the duration of our tour that will cover accidents that happen during our tour.

Current travel requirements can be viewed at: travel.state.gov

For any requirements, the tour coordinator will work to assist you in completing them.

  • Cancellations made within 30 days to 1 week of the tour start date will result in a fee of 20% of the total tour price.
  • Cancellations made within 6 days to the day of the tour start date will result in a fee of 50% of the total tour price.
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Connect with the spirit of Arirang

Explore history and K-Culture

Visit historical palaces, learn about the roots of Arirang and soak up unforgettable moments together with the group.

Join the International Earth Citizen Youth Festival

Dive headfirst into the vibrant International Earth Citizen Festival, where you'll shake off the past, elevate your consciousness, and get in touch with your full potential. This is your chance to connect with dynamic young leaders from all corners of the globe. 

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What People Say About the Tour

I realized I am not alone

Anna M.

 My awakening is that I am never alone. I truly loved the connection with each other around the world. I felt my heart really open and was able to really connect with myself. I felt I was able to let go of all my preconceptions and emotions about myself. I feel so much lighter and go into next year with hope, courage, and determination.
How I want to grow is by eating healthier, continuing to do my suhaeng, and to always to connect to myself through meditation or Journaling. 

I really want to help the Earth

Allejandra

 My awakening was that saving the earth is my soul’s only wish. And courage is making a choice in each moment. I felt a strong sense of responsibility to make a change in my community this year.
I will focus on growing my social media page to 100k this year and make consistent connections with more people as I share my story.

I want to share my love through teaching

Duane

 I have a lot to love in me, and I want to love myself deeper this year. Build my relationship with myself through trust and unconditional love. I will teach yoga/qigong classes at college and do an internship this summer.  

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Reimagine yourself and your life for 2027 and beyond

This isn't just a trip; it's a transformation. Create your next year with passion, purpose, and hope with The Journey of the Phoenix: Arirang Tour 2026!

 

Journey of the Phoenix:

Regular Price $3000

50% off until October 15: $1500

Learn More

FREE Online Introduction

Join David Driscoll online for a peek into the journey.
Move your body, open your heart, and find out what's waiting for you in Korea.

▶︎ Experience the Phoenix Qigong Form ◀︎
▶︎ Be inspired to design your own life journey ◀︎
▶︎ Preview the transformation that awaits ◀︎

Saturday, Sept. 26
7 – 8:30 pm (ET) / 4–5:30 pm (PT)

Zoom Room Link
ID: 842 6820 6478
Pass: rise

Includes all meals, lodging, and travel within South Korea. Online prep meetings and tai chi qigong practices included - get ready to move!

Program Price: $1,500

Contact your local Body & Brain Center for more information and to Register.

Registration Closed

Contact your local Body & Brain Center for more information.