Back To Essence: A deeper Dive
26h Weekend Movement & Stillness Retreat
An invitation to aliveness
December 14 & 15th
Bonaire, Dutch Caribbean
MOVE Towards Unprecedented Physical Freedom, Vitality & Unconditional Wellbeing
Free Energetic Body. Free Restful Mind
This retreat will be incredibly valuable if you:
Are challenged by: ongoing physical tension, energetic fatigue, inflammation or restlessness. Mainstream (fragmented) methods don't work (or make it worse) for you and you are open to new insights and taking transformative (non)actions.
Want to expand your movement vocabulary & self-care toolbox. During this retreat you will explore/deepen some of the most potent, scientifically supported principles that will move you effectively towards unmatched physical freedom, vitality, sustainable performance and (unconditional) wellbeing.
You have many life responsibilities and your switch is always turned on. You (finally) recognize that holistic self-care practices and time entirely dedicated to yourself are essential in order to be able to keep on giving sustainably without depleting yourself.
Want to connect with like-minded (out)growth oriented human beings. During this unique experience you will establish a deep connection with like-minded individuals on Bonaire. The diverse dedicated to exploring new movement possibilities, (out)growth and vitality.
Why even 're-treat'?
In the fast lane of modern life, our bodies become rigid, locked in tension, and our minds follow—becoming stuck in familiar patterns, resisting change, and losing flexibility. When we’re constantly 'on,' chasing tasks and being excessively future focussed, we also miss the deep connection with the present moment and between body and mind. This results in increasingly more dissatisfaction and dis-ease.
But what if unlocking your mind’s potential starts by loosening your body?
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When your body remains tense, stuck in repetitive patterns of movement—or worse, in no movement at all—your mind becomes often just as rigid. The physical tension that builds up from constant stress, sedentary living, and an 'always-on achieving/enhancing mentality' compromises your mental flexibility, clarity and contentment. You become trapped in a loop of restlessness, fatigue, and discontentment.
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The answer isn’t just to stop, but to start 'moving' differently and with more presence.
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At this new 26 hour long Weekend 'Back to Essence: A Deeper Dive' retreat, we guide you to release the body—through fluid, mindful movement practices that awaken energy and deepen awareness. As you unlock new pathways in your body, you will also unlock new possibilities in your mind. Yet at the same time, you will be introduced to meditative/contemplative practices that directly work with the mind and it's tendencies. This two day immersion invites you to explore your body’s wisdom, tuning into the subtleties of movement, breath, and stillness to cultivate a deeper connection to yourself and everything around you.
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Through this process, you'll experience more ease, more presence, and more freedom in both body and mind.
You will step away with a more supple, loose body and a mind free to embrace change, challenge, and (out)growth—moving with the rhythm of life, rather than against it.
This Is What Others Said About the 'Back to Essence' 1-day & half day experiences
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of a previous experience. Now on new location and 26 hour retreat format.
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'The greatest insights don't emerge when we run harder, but when we intentionally slow down.'
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Back to Essence: A Deeper Dive
26H Movement & Stillness weekend retreat
WHERE: Bonaire, Dutch Caribbean, Private Property next to ocean.
WHEN: Saturday December 14th from 16:00-19:30 & Sunday December 2024 09:00-18:00
WHO: 12 human-beings (orientation age 25-55 no major movement/health restrictions) Led by Niko Sati Nikolic (health scientist & movement teacher) 3 expert guest teachers
INVESTMENT: $229 without stay. 3-5 private room overnight possibilities (+ stay at retreat property adds $70 , includes additional practices )
What Is Included during those 2 days?
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Masterclass 'Moving towards Vitality' || Updated Healthx1 Framework​
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4 nourishing meals. Each meal intentionally high in essential nutrients & mindful eating practices. Fasting from all other foods highly recommended as practice.
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Deepening Postural Awareness + Exploring Foundational Postural Reset Practices
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Ground Flow (Animal Movement & Capoeira based) Exploration; basic patterns, sequencing & expressive improvisation + advanced pattern possibilities for more experienced movers
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Movement of Breath exploration/deepening (contrast practices spread over the 26H)
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'Beyond Doing' Stillness meditation & techniques (By mindfulness & meditation expert teacher Sarah Sati)​
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No-breath practice: Opening up under water. Freediving introduction (by Freediver Luis)
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Cold water immersion + optional variations
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Self-Defence Introduction: cultivating higher stress threshold & responsiveness (By expert BJJ black belt Christiaan)
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Video Vitality Coaching call after retreat
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Playful explorative tasks for mental-flexibility/openess, Self-reflective/contemplative assignments, Connection and more...