Retreat Information

                       Immerse Your Self In The Benefits Of Being On Retreat

Hearts open, mind sharpen from a narrow sense of self to an expanded sense of well-being and wonderment - there's no doubt it takes courage to undertake a retreat, yet in that safe container, we find freedom. We step back into ourselves so we can better step forward toward others, toward those we love and who love us-

 The relentless activity and noise of our postmodern age rip the mind away from its tranquil depths and into the shallows, where stress, anxiety conflict and dissatisfaction swim like sharks ready to consume our joy and serenity; that fractured mind can be healed by the environment of support, healing and of tranquillity 

The embryonic meditative body/mind thrives in an incubator and retreat provides that nurturing container, where the innate qualities of the awakened body/mind are allowed to emerge and mature. Stop and drop into the stillness of retreat, which removes the camouflage of mind movement, and all sorts of things never seen before are gradually flushed out of hiding. The first thing is the craziness of the untamed mind. and retreat in particular, simply reveals this; The second thing is seeing that there is a way out, everything is workable there is a path yet it’s not the usual exit route the magic of being on retreat is to discover the way out is in

we wish you the most beautiful time in choosing and planning your visit. 

What is a Retreat:

Healing Benefits of Structure;

Attend to Business:

What to Bring;

What to Leave at Home

Diet and Allergies
Accommodation 

Daily  Ritual 

Daily Schedule

Health Issues

Retreat time is a much-needed break from daily responsibility and routine, a time to turn inward, rest, reflect and become conscious of what is truly important to you, a time of one-pointed inquiry, a commitment to questioning our most cherished ideas and beliefs about who we believe our self to be. On retreat, I encourage all participants to fearlessly inquire down to the very root of self and the illusion of separation so that the perceptive light of the awakening heart can illuminate and inform our day-to-day embodied existence; 

Our co-created vision for Red Earth has created a safe, supportive environment a sacred cocoon in which practitioners of 5 Rhythms Dance, Spiritual Inquiry and other ecstatic dance and meditation practices and those who have never danced or meditated before can meet and merge to explore the rich bounty of their most fundamental and sacred self through dance, self-inquiry, voice dialogue, ritual theater and the joy of community 

The Sanctuary with its tranquil setting provides a nourishing environment for a deeper, undisturbed and undistracted human core experience, and recognition of the true self. Dear Ones, please understand, that dance, meditation, spiritual inquiry, and ritual theatre although therapeutic and deeply healing are not therapy and should not be used in place of professional medical and psychological treatment; and if you are on medication of any kind or prone to panic attacks please inform me before you book, thank you 

Attend To Business: 

Your chosen retreat is your time in the timeless, make every moment count:

A retreat is your time to retreat from the endless forms of everyday distraction:

As amazing as social media is, as extraordinary as our technological devices are

at helping us to navigate the practicalities of daily living  they can also be used as implements of distraction and addiction: So please enter your time at Red Earth fully prepared and committed to being here with all loose ends tied up at work, and at home, completing all business, and making arrangements  with your nearest and dearest by giving them this email address spain5rhythms@hotmail.com before you leave, then in the unlikely event of an emergency you can be contacted day or night through us: Throughout our time together this means no cell phone or computer use:  Then you can give full measure to why you are truly here, what is your deepest purpose: 

What To Bring ;

Towel

Reusable Water Bottle

Tea bags, your favourite brew:

Chocolate to share:

10 T-lights to illumine your journey:

Torch:

 (Depending on the time of year)

cosy light wrap for meditation, insect repellant
swim things, sun lotion, hat:

What to Leave at Home:

laptops, headsets, books, art materials, journals, all electronic equipment:

Camera, Red Earth is a selfie free zone:

Personal Commitment

Please arrive on time and  stay through to the  closing ceremony  this shared commitment supports the integrity of the group;

Collection Time

Collection time from the Village of Guaro is 16.30 - If you stand outside this framework you may need to stay overnight in Marbella: The retreat ends at 14.00  please organise your departure flight after 19.00: Thank you:

Health Issues
If you have a medical or psychological pre-existing condition, you may wish to consult with your doctor or mental health professional before coming, to ensure the intensity and length of this retreat is appropriate for you: 

Dietary Requirements:

   We cater for Vegan's and Vegitarian, gluten and dairy free diets yet appoligies in advance as we cannot fully support thoes with true allergies as we dont have the luxuary of separte preparation areas; 

Mediternean Diet

Michael and I are committed to non-GMO whole foods and serve a delicious, healthy Mediterranean cuisine; We support and source from local Fincas who are dedicated to growing organic produce and care about the quality and sustainability of their land.

Food as Medicine

Our cuisine follows the seasons, fruit and vegetables are of the highest quality - Fresh spice Tumeric, Ginger and Cinnamon,  almond flour from our trees, Olives and oil from our neighbour: Michael  prepares  gluten free,  dairy-free meals from the finest ingredients in ways that are nutritionally balanced, beneficial to your health, tantalize your taste buds, and awaken your senses. 

We sprout  seeds, pre-soak grains and beans to enhance the nourishment and cook legumes with Komba to aid digestion and enhance nutrition.

Seasonal fruits : October Mango  and Advocados 

Roasted Vegtable Paella

I'm sure you understand we cannot prepare indivdual meals there is only one Michael     May we ask before you book please check with us on diet - thank you

Daily Ritual

 Sitting in the magic of silence

 Part of our daily ritual will be spent in the alchemy of silence:

Silence nourishes and is a profound teacher that invites you to move into your inner core and discover its inherent natural peace, tranquility, wisdom, clarity and joy that rises from its depth: Once the intelligence of this inner stillness is recognised we understand all that is real and true arises from this deep vast ocean of spaciousness: In the silence we discover a deep connectedness to life to one another, and realize we are not as separate as we thought. The peaceful warmth of silence supports our recognition of true stillness and authentic movement.

Daily Schedule:

Session time is divided between

Dance, Spiritual Inquiry, Meditation, Ritual Theater and One on One time ;

With great sensitivity we follow the seamless flow, putting down "Old Father Time" attuning and stepping into the timeless adventure:

 Breakfast of sumptuous organic seasonal fruits, muesli, yogurt, homemade bread, organic eggs, homemade jams, marmalade, honey direct from the hive, all organic: This is followed by a period of silence, with time to swim, rest in the sun, walk, and simply just "be". Time seamlessly flows into our morning session held in our beautiful studio, and lasts till it ends;

Lunch is served alfresco under the silent gaze of the mountains:

  The afternoon is siesta time, giving you the space to rest and integrate before the start of our evening session at Sunset. The ending of which guides us towards a glass of wine and a delicious freshly prepared feast lovingly served and resting in the good company of like minded souls;

The "context of our schedule" may sound relaxed and it is, yet please understand the content of all Red Earth retreats are intensive and require your complete focus and dedication:

Accommodation 

           Please pack light, a suitcase that goes under the bed is perfect           

(cabin size or case that opens out flat) 

Single and Twin Rooms are sometimes available

Accommodation is shared and each beautiful space unique 

High Summer sleeping out under the stars

Yurt Lving;

Open , Spacious, Peacful : over looking the mountains and the river : Cat optional

• Upstairs room opens out onto a large sun terrace with spectacular views
• Spacious handcrafted Mongolian Yurt with views to the mountains
• All our beds are comfy divan mattress, our linen lovingly prepared, our duvets in winter cozy duck down or hypogenic quilts



Below are  your most asked questions: Fingers crossed, answered

• On the start date of your retreat, please be in Guaro village ready for Michael to collect at 16.30 -  if your flight stands outside this time frame we suggest you stay in Marbella your first night and come up on the morning bus to Guaro where Michael will meet you:
• Please ensure you eat before you arrive  as our first meal is served after the evening meditation.
• Retreats finish with a closing cermony at 14.00 on the date given,  book your flight accordingly
• Michael returns you to the bus stop or you can book a taxi when you're here to take you straight back to the Airport takes 45 mins and costs 45 euros, (cheaper when shared)
• no smoking in the sanctuary or in the garden:
• nearer the date of your retreat we will forward details with a contact number,
• Nearest Airport Malaga.
• Our local taxi can collect you from the airport if booked in advance
• For information on budget flight's, bus timetable, the journey to and from Red Earth, please check out Michael's Travel info

May we be blessed on our path, deep devotion and great love, Grandmother Oya

5 Rhythms Dance ;Dance to forget who you believe your self to be, dance till you become the dance 

Voice Dialogue : Discovering, embodying and integrating dual and non-dual aspects of self leading to a liberated and fully functioning human being

Spiritual Inquiry The purpose of inquiry as a spiritual practice is to gain deeper insight and understanding into your own essential nature. The inquiry process always begins with your present moment experience. It can begin with a question or simply be an open inquiry of your present experience. It reveals  our deepest potential and  reminds us of who we tuely are

 and who we are not

True Meditation : Lays the ground for gowing up, cleaning up, showing up, and wakening up

Ritual Theater  Reveals you are a unique expression through which life consciously   reveals itself again and again in every moment