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Healing through Love, Internal Alchemy, and Travel

Wandering Daoists

About

Christopher Kazepis

  • Christopher Kazepis grew up in the forests and on the river of the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. It's there that he developed a profound connection to nature. He now lives in the mountains of Asheville, North Carolina.

  • Chinese Medical Physician: After attaining a B.S. in Biochemistry from George Mason University, he began studying Classical Chinese Medicine in 2010 at Daoist Traditions College of Chinese Medical Arts in Asheville, North Carolina.

  • Certified Healing Tao Instructor since 2014: Over 15 years of studying and teaching QiGong, Meditation and Internal Sexual Alchemy methods.

  • Christopher is a Board Member and current Vice President of Healing Tao Instructor Association (HTIA).

  • Four time “Healing Tao China Dream Trip” Assistant Leader to Michael Winn. Co-lead to 20-40 travelers to China’s top traveler destinations and into the sacred mountains, temples and caves of Flower Mountain (HuaShan) where Western Daoists meditate and absorb the powerful Qi. These trips are the subject of fantastic book called Dream Trippers: Global Daoism and the Predicament of Modern Spirituality by David Palmer and Elijah Siegler (U. of Chicago, 2017). It’s by far the best book on Daoism East & West today.

  • Lead, co-lead and adventurer to more than 30 countries.

  • Traveling and teaching internationally remain two of his favorite activities.

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Upcoming Events

  • Pre-Alchemy Qigong and Meditation - weekly series to continue through 2024.

  • Friday, March 20, 2024 - Black Water Dragon Winter Equinox Ceremony - in Asheville, NC

  • Sacred Mountains China Dream Trip May 2026! More information to come.

Testimonials

Imagine being in a rural town in China, not speaking the language, exhausted from days of fast paced travel and experiencing debilitating menstrual pain and problems. Lucky for me, Christopher Kazepis was on this trip. Christopher spontaneously set up an acupuncture treatment room in a loft area above the entrance of our hotel. Myself, and several other of our fellow travelers, quickly filled the spaces on the floor covered with blankets and pillows and Christopher jumped into action, performing his acupuncturist skills simultaneously on us weary travelers. My body settled into a state of relief as Christopher sat by my side gently talking to me as he helped me to process the emotional aspects of my pain, while the needles were also doing their work. I distinctly remember his voice, so authentic and caring and his comforting and confident smile. Christopher recommended some herbs, which I took upon my arrival home, and my menstrual issues drastically improved from just this one treatment. Christopher has a an extraordinary understanding of health and an everlasting attitude of hope and positivity. I am grateful for his expertise, compassion and excellent acupuncture care. 

Krista L. Barker, Ph.D., LCSW

Atlanta, GA

We recently had the opportunity to travel to China with a wonderful group of people led by Christopher Kazeps.

From the moment we met him we knew we were in the best of hands and well taken care of.

Christopher is proactive in taking care of each person in a very calm way.   He is positive with a kind sense of humor. He understands and excels in leading a group with diverse personalities. His love of travel, adventure and people is palpable. He also is an outstanding qigong teacher with a deep understanding of Chi and its healing properties.

We highly recommend Christopher to anyone who is seeking a memorable and deeply satisfying travel experience.    Fellow travelers, under Christopher’s care,  will also experience the depth and magic of whatever land they are exploring.   Christopher’s love of people extends to the land and our beloved Mother Earth.   Christopher has taken traveling to another higher dimension with his knowledge and embodiment of loving all of Life.

Mary Elizabeth and Ara Smith

Corrales, NM

Christopher Kazepis is a gifted leader and his role as assistant trip leader for my recent "Dream Trip" to China in 2024 was one of the highlights for me.  I could not have been more impressed with his level of professionalism, attention to the trip members' needs, and overall capability - this guy went above and beyond to make sure everything went well.  He managed to keep a bird's eye perspective of the trips overall progress while also paying close attention to details moment-by-moment.  One of many examples I could give:  at one point, he had the perception to notice one of the members going through an emotionally difficult moment and needing help (but keeping quiet about it).  He was able to be present with them and help them process some decisions while simultaneously ensuring overall trip logistics were moving smoothly.  I highly recommend him as a guide.

Geoffrey Bernard

South Carolina

Christopher is an amazing tour guide. During our China Dream trip we packed a lot of travel into 2.5 weeks, and he did a great job of keeping things running smoothly and maintaining our travel itinerary. Even amidst a packed travel schedule, and after hiking miles up steep sacred mountain slopes, he always had a smile on his face and was bursting with laughter - always going above and beyond to make sure everyone was taken care of.

While leading the group through Qigong practices and meditations,  as well as hikes and city sightseeing, he embodies his Tao practice strongly and is always quick to help out with any issues the fellow travelers may be having. On top of this, he is a world class healer/acupuncturist. I will definitely be traveling with Christopher again!

Johnathan Butler

Asheville, NC

Somehow I ended up coming to your home on Wednesday nights and doing Qigong.  The next thing I knew I was in China.  And now I find myself practicing my primordial TaiQi and loving it. The dream trip is still somewhat  a mystery to me.  A dream.  Not sure if it was Helene, but I sometimes wonder if it happened.   Last week was the first time I could download what it meant with someone else close.  Anyhow, it was very profound for me and I definitely cooked up a bunch of shit because I integrated a major part and learned what I have been hiding all along.  

 What a crazy scene.  Those 36 people riding down the highway in China on that bus. Like pirates on a ship!  Anchors away for parts unknown and looking to stir up something when they get there  It took a while to set in for me - but when I saw it, I could feel only love.  

I know it was a job for you and that you worked your ass off, and for that I thank you.  Of course, I can see you love that job.   You are like a madman, who cannot be stopped.  It is a beautiful sight to witness.   And I know that your part - was a huge part in that trip being such a success.  

But more importantly, I just want to thank you for being such a light. By the time the trip ended, I could see what it was (is) all about.  Holding it up to the light for others to see.  And what a beautiful sight it is. 

Dan H.

Asheville, NC

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