2026 DUP Nantou Retreat

We gather in a sacred circle, holding hands, singing ancient prayers and mantras from many traditions. A shared space of inner and outer harmony where we remember our true nature and return to the ocean within. Sept 18–20 | Limited seats — register now.

Date｜𝟵 / 𝟭𝟴 Fri. - 𝟮𝟬 Sun.

Time｜𝟵 / 𝟭𝟴 Fri. 𝟭𝟰:𝟬𝟬 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙘𝙠 𝙄𝙣 ~ 𝟵 / 𝟮𝟬 Sun. 𝟭𝟰:𝟬𝟬 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙘𝙠 𝙊𝙪𝙩

Location｜Nantou Puli Jiangshan Lohas

Limited Spots Available｜Max 22 participants

Fees｜

Based on the principle of "give what you can, take what you need," we hope everyone can participate without financial burden. Thanks to the financial sponsorship from the Beyond Initiative and our international mentor generously volunteering her time and energy, this retreat is much more accessible. Please choose the ticket tier that best fits your current financial situation and needs:

1. Abundant Ticket｜NT$ 12,060 For those who are financially comfortable and wish to give a bit more. Your support will directly nourish the sustainable development of the dance community and fund our scholarships.
2. Regular Ticket｜NT$ 9,960 The standard base rate for the retreat, covering all activities and administrative operations for the 3-day, 2-night event.
3. Camping Ticket｜NT$ 8,060 （⚠️ Limited 4 spots, must bring and set up your own tent） Suitable for those who love being close to nature, are capable of setting up their own camp, and wish to reduce their financial burden.
4. Scholarship Ticket｜NT$ 6,660 （⚠️ Limited 2 spots, must bring and set up your own tent） Specifically for musicians and dance leaders already dedicated to DUP practice who are currently facing financial challenges. Please apply via the "Scholarship Application" below; you will be notified after review.

⟢ Flow of the Day ⟣ ( Facilitator will adjust based on group energy )

9/18 Day 1

14:00 – 16:30: Arrival & Check-in

16:30 – 17:30: Opening Ceremony

17:40 – 18:50: Dinner

19:00 – 21:00: DUP Session

22:00: Lights Out & Rest

9/19 Day 2

07:25 – 08:25: Personal Time or Yoga Stretch (Optional)

08:30 – 09:30: Breakfast

09:30 – 12:30: DUP Session

12:30 – 13:30: Lunch

13:30 – 14:30: Rest / Free Time

14:30 – 17:30: DUP Session

17:30 – 19:00: Dinner / Free Time

19:00 – 21:00: DUP Session

22:00: Lights Out & Rest

9/20 Day 3

07:25 – 08:25: Personal Time or Yoga Stretch (Optional)

08:30 – 09:30: Breakfast & Check-out

09:30 – 11:45: DUP Session

11:45 – 12:30: Sharing Circle

12:30 – 14:00: Lunch

14:00: Farewell

⟢ Vegetarian Meals ⟣

"Eat together, dance together, pray together."

This is the core vision of peace condensed by DUP founder Samuel Lewis in his later years.

We will share delicious, earth-friendly vegetarian meals together. We kindly invite everyone to bring your own reusable utensils, allowing the harmony of our songs and dances to flow through our meals and extend into our daily lives.

⟢ Financial Transparency & Freewill Donation ⟣

This event is entirely non-profit. Your registration fee will be fully allocated to cover the following essential expenses:

1. Venue rental, materials, and administrative overhead
2. On-site meals and professional interpretation
3. Necessary travel, meals, and accommodation expenses for the instructor and touring team

In addition, this tour has been organized by the Taiwan team through seven months of voluntary, unpaid preparation. If you feel moved or inspired by the end of the event, you are more than welcome to make a freewill donation based on your financial comfort. Your support will go entirely towards:

1. Supporting the long-term operations and future promotion of the DUP Taiwan community (including honorariums for the organizing team, instrument maintenance, and local dance circle management).
2. Future international instructor/dance leader invitation programs.

【 Scholarship Application Guidelines 】

We deeply believe that everyone who is willing to facilitate and promote DUP in Taiwan is a gardener sowing the seeds of harmony and healing.

To honor the international DUP community's tradition of "sharing" and to support future facilitators who long to introduce this beautiful practice to more people, we have established a limited number of scholarship slots for this 3-day, 2-night retreat to ease your financial burden.

This resource is made possible by the generosity and love of our supporters. Because spots are limited, selection will be based on the insights you share in the application fields. We sincerely invite you, if you are passionate about bringing DUP to more communities and deepening local exchanges, to submit your application. Let us join hands to nourish the growth of the DUP community in Taiwan.

⚠️ Note: Scholarship recipients must agree to bring their own tents and pitch them independently within the campground.

【 Important Dates & Timeline 】

1. Scholarship Application Deadline: Scholarship applications are open from now until July 31.
2. Results Notification: We will send out email notifications to all accepted applicants (including both primary and waitlisted spots) by August 7.
3. Payment Deadline: Selected primary recipients must transfer the full payment for the Scholarship Ticket by August 14. Failure to do so will be considered a forfeiture of the spot, which will then be offered to waitlisted applicants in order, or left unfilled.

If you have any questions, please feel free to send us a direct message on Facebook or contact us at: dup.taiwan@gmail.com