[Hong Kong, 6 May 2026] — Island Shangri-La is delighted to announce the next chapter for YUN WELLNESS at its flagship property Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong. The award-winning urban oasis now applies Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles as its functional framework, positioning it as a global leader in the holistic integration of wellness, energy alignment, and vitality-building.
[Hong Kong, 6 May 2026] — Island Shangri-La is delighted to announce the next chapter for YUN WELLNESS at its flagship property Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong. The award-winning urban oasis now applies Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles as its functional framework, positioning it as a global leader in the holistic integration of wellness, energy alignment, and vitality-building.
The name “蘊” (YUN) remains a guiding philosophy; the Chinese character carries rich meaning, suggesting something latent and deep. Inspired by a classical poem that extolls the beauty of nature, the poet realises that 'to live well is to live long.' In the same way, YUN WELLNESS seeks to revitalise both the body and mind by channelling the soothing power of nature and offering therapies and holistic wellness experiences, rooted in the TCM principle that longevity arises from harmony—of Qi, of body systems, of emotional and physical balance.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): Ancient Wisdom for Modern Lives
A 5,000-year-old system of health that views the body as an interconnected ecosystem, Traditional Chinese Medicine treats the whole body, not just isolated symptoms. TCM focuses on Qi—the vital life force that flows through the body’s meridians—and uses modalities such as meridian work, fascia release, Tai Chi, breathwork, and energy practices to restore balance, energetic harmony and vitality. When Qi flows freely and in balance, the body is healthy and resilient. When it is blocked, depleted, or disrupted, illness and fatigue follow.
At YUN WELLNESS, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of Island Shangri-La’s key wellness pillars, shaping how the wellness centre understands the body, movement, energy, and recovery. YUN applies TCM principles as a functional framework for modern wellbeing—supporting balance, circulation, regulation, and resilience in everyday life. Wellness is therefore not a single treatment but a lifelong practice - YUN WELLNESS' membership programme, with its state-of-the-art facilities, personalised relationships with practitioners, and year-round Masters and Visiting Practitioners Series, reinforces this idea: to build resilience and longevity into the lives of every guest.
Asian Heritage, Modern Mastery
Island Shangri‑La has long been an iconic Hong Kong institution—where generations of Hong Kong families gather for Sunday dim sum, celebrations and milestones. YUN WELLNESS extends this cultural legacy into the realm of holistic health.
In Hong Kong and across Asia, TCM is part of daily life, where meridian therapy and Qi-building practices are woven into the rhythm of modern living. Markets fragrant with dried herbs, local clinics tucked between little alleys of noodle shops and jewellers, Tai Chi practised in parks with the same quiet devotion for centuries. It lives in the DNA of every Hong Konger; it is a living tradition that is simultaneously ancient and relevant to the pressures of modern life.
By placing TCM at its core, YUN WELLNESS becomes the natural leader in Asia for TCM‑inspired wellness, reflecting the region’s heritage, intuition and lived experience, including Masterclass visits from international practitioners that bring the best of TCM and energy healing to Hong Kong.
Masters of Qi: A Living Program of TCM and Energy‑Healing Experts
Beyond its resident masters, YUN WELLNESS welcomes a rotating programme of distinguished visiting practitioners throughout the year — specialists in Qi Gong, sound healing, and other disciplines that sit within the broad and vital tradition of healing rooted in Asian wisdom. Guests return for its resident team care and the opportunity to meet world-renowned experts in the wellness field and discover new perspectives, techniques, and healing dimensions. This Master series is part of the Global Wellness Day celebration, featuring transformative workshops led by world-renowned masters.
Left: Master Franz, Middle: Master Eric Lee, Right: Master Chen Erhu
Master Budiman Handjaja [ 20-27 May, 2026]
A prominent energy healer and Qi cultivation expert known for integrating classical Chinese energy work with modern somatic awareness. The sessions focus on restoring energetic flow, emotional grounding and deep vitality. At YUN WELLNESS, he will lead a flagship programme of energy-healing retreats and individual sessions and anchor the inaugural Masters Series.
Master Eric Lee [Every Friday and Saturday]
A master of meridian and fascia therapy, and an ongoing consultant to YUN WELLNESS. Combining structural alignment and meridian theory, Master Lee's work supports mobility, myofascial release, circulation, and energetic flow.
Master Chen Erhu [16 May, 2026 & 27 June, 2026]
Tai Chi supports TCM's core principle that when the body moves in harmony with nature's rhythms, it can promote vitality and self-healing. Master Chen Erhu brings a lifetime of Tai Chi mastery to YUN WELLNESS, the session a moving meditation, a martial art, and a powerful form of Qi cultivation.
Master Franz [throughout July 2026]
Renowned intuitive energy healer Franz Polanen Darmasada will be in residence throughout July, offering personalised Energy Healing and Meridian Therapy sessions designed to restore balance, clarity and deep vitality. Trained across classical Chinese, Javanese and Southeast Asian healing traditions, his practice focuses on restoring the body’s energetic intelligence through Qi cultivation, breath‑led alignment and intuitive somatic awareness. By integrating TCM wisdom with contemporary fitness and wellness practices, YUN WELLNESS offers a modern approach—where strength, energy, recovery, and awareness work together to support long‑term wellbeing.
Global Wellness Day [Saturday 13th June, 2026]
YUN WELLNESS will celebrate Global Wellness Day on Saturday 13th June with a fun programme designed to restore balance, cultivate joy and support holistic wellbeing. Guests can experience poolside yoga, somatic movement dance, structural awareness workshop led by Osteopath and rehabilitation specialist, Hugo, personalised wellness consultations, experience meridian‑focused massage trials and a Reset Breathwork & Sound session. The line up reflects and celebrates YUN’s philosophy of harmonising body, mind and energy. Guided by expert instructors and visiting practitioners, the community is invited to explore joyful movement, mindful restoration and the foundations of long‑term vitality. Guests can help themselves to healthy refreshments and snacks, as well as access YUN’s premium facilities.
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Jacqueline Shutt jacqueline@companioncommunications.com
Sneha Rupani-Nagpal sneha@companioncommunications.com
Dominique Backhouse dominique@companioncommunications.com
About YUN WELLNESS: A Haven for Holistic Well-being
YUN WELLNESS at Island Shangri-La is a holistic wellness haven offering tailored treatments, classes, and events in a tranquil, nature-inspired setting. Committed to fostering interconnected well-being, it draws on global traditions to inspire balance and vitality for guests worldwide.
About Shangri-La Group
Shangri-La Group is one of the world’s premier developers, owners and managers of hotel and investment properties which comprises office buildings, commercial real estate and serviced apartments/residences. The Group’s other principal activities include hotel management services as well as property development for sale. It currently owns and/or manages over 100 hotels globally in more than 75 destinations under the Shangri-La, Shangri-La Signatures, Kerry, JEN by Shangri-La and Traders brands. Prominently positioned in Asia, the Group has a substantial pipeline of upcoming hotel and mixed-use development projects in Australia, Japan, the Chinese Mainland, and Turkey. For more information, please visit https://www.shangri-la.com/group/.