Men's Retreat in the Desert
7-day retreat (english-spoken)
Sinai, Egypt
What?
We invite you to this powerful men’s week in the desert, hosted by the bedouins in Camp Mousa, at the foot of one of the most mythological mountains in the world: Mount Sinai. Learn from the wisdom of the desert, join the circle of men from different cultures, nationalities and religions, and discover your own sacred warrior, your inner leader, hero or healer. And most important: Learn how to follow your soul.
LABYRINTH OF HEALING
This leadership retreat is about taking personal leadership, and in doing so, creating a new standard of masculinity. One that is both open and grounded, both wise and playful, both sensitive and bold. In this process of inner development we become more complete, full human beings, with both our blind spots as well as our qualities. Dance, music, meditation, encounter and exploration helps us to walk the inner labyrinth. In the heart of it we feel the power of our soul, the silence of the universe pulsing through our own being.
The Journey
We’ll work with the format of Open Space, in which we’ll create the program together on the spot. Dance, music, meditation, encounter and exploration helps us to walk the inner labyrinth. In the heart of it we feel the power of our soul, the silence of the universe pulsing through our own being.
THE BEDOUIN WAY
The first day of our retreat starts in Hotel Bedouin Moon in Dahab, a sparkling coastal town on the Red Sea. We will move the next day from the sea to Saint Catherine in the desert. The Bedouin camp where we will stay is led by Mohammed Mousa. The camp has simple yet comfortable two person rooms. One person rooms are only available in case of a medical reason. At mount Sinai we will sleep in a cabin or under the stars. Sleeping blankets are provided. Please know that the desert can be cold in the night and hot during the day, and that you need suncream, a hat and good walking shoes.
Practical
The costs of this retreat are € 1450. This price includes 3 meals & accommodation in a shared double room with a private bathroom in the Bedouin camp. It also includes one excursion and the night on Mt Sinai. The trip to and from Dahab/ Saint Catherine, by taxi or bus from Cairo, Taba or Sharm el Sheich, is not included. Nb. If finances are a problem, let us know, so we can see if we can arrange something
The first day of our retreat starts in Hotel Bedouin Moon in Dahab, a sparkling coastal town on the Red Sea. We will move the next day from the sea to Saint Catherine in the desert. The Bedouin Camp where we will stay is led by Mohammed Mousa. The camp has simple yet comfortable two person rooms. One person rooms are only available in case of a medical reason. At mount Sinai we will sleep in a cabin or under the stars. Sleeping blankets are provided. Please know that the desert can be cold in the night and hot during the day, and that you need suncream, a hat and good walking shoes.
Opening Circle April 19th, 18:00 at dinner in Dahab, hotel Bedouin Moon.
The closing ceremony is April 26th, 11:00 after lunch in Camp Mousa.
- No drugs of any sort are permitted, and we like you to limit alcohol, coffee and meat.
- Your participation is at your own responsibility. Of course we will do anything possible to make your stay as safe and comfortable as possible, but we can’t take any responsability for your safety, nor for your emotional, physical or financial well being.
- Make sure you have a valid passport and travel insurance.
- We are guests in another country, another culture and maybe for some of us another religion. Please respect the local customs, rules, dresscode and formalities.
- Note that the main language spoken on the conference will be in English.
- We will be using Open Space, a way to give space to that what wants to reveal itself and to connect to that what resonates inside of you. Open Space gives the possibility to expect the unexpected, out of your own inspiration, out of the group, out of the moment. It is a sometimes discomforting method but one that can reveal magic beyond our imagination – or so we discovered.
- The main intention of our work is personal healing and growth. So the fuller you personally engage in the process, the more it might bring to you. We encourage your preparation and devotion to this work by tuning in the months and weeks before, by asking a few questions to yourself: what is my intention? What do I want to achieve? What is my pitfall or my shadow? How can I prepare myself?
- As for the context and content of this week, personal healing, no children –nor animals –are allowed.
- To be clear about expectations; In our work we like to unite people of all ages, all faiths, all backgrounds. We do not believe in a dark government, illuminati or any conspiracy theories. We like to focus on the heart, not the mind.
Registration
Your subscription is ensured by sending an email to [email protected] and deposit your payment on the following bank account: IBAN: NL90 INGB 0008216143, BICcode: INGBNL2A, Tree of Life, Laurierstraat 122, 1016 PR, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Your registration will only be confirmed once the payment is received. By registering you also agree to the participant agreements listed on this page.
In case of cancellation, there is a cancellation fee of € 200 one month before the start of the event. After that the whole amount has to be paid.
IBAN: NL90 INGB 0008216143, BICcode: INGBNL2A
Facilitators
Ton van der Kroon
Eran Markose
Testimonials of men who came before
Ik heb nu al verschillende mannenworkshops bij Ton en Jan gevolgd. Regelmatig heb ik gedacht: “ ik ben hier weg!!!” Het roept me telkens als man op om voor het mijne te gaan staan. Dat wat ik belangrijk vind, dat wat mij nauw aan het hart ligt en dat binnen te brengen in de groep. Dat vraagt moed en durf. En dan steigert het klein manneke in mij vaak. “Dat ga je toch niet zeggen zeker?” De verbondenheid die op enkele dagen ontstaat en de broederschap die zich vormt heeft mij enorm veel gebracht. Vriendschappen, inzichten, rust, meer authenticiteit… dat ik man mag zijn onder andere mannen in evenwaardigheid.
Armand
Ik herinner mijn allereerste Heart of Men super goed. Om te durven spreken voor mannen die ik helemaal niet ken, sterker nog, mij kwetsbaar durven opstellen naar andere mannen die ik niet ken. Om in zo een groep te mogen ervaren dat we allemaal met onzekerheid, twijfels, oordelen, het gevoel van niet goed genoeg te zijn, kampen. Elkaar eren en zien in elkanders gevoel. Zonder gelijk te willen hebben of zonder er iets aan te willen veranderen. Dat het er gewoon mag zijn. Dat is broederschap. Dat is kracht. Dat is authenticiteit. Dat is liefde.
Mich
Peter Van den Broucke
Ken Devaere
Ik ben elke keer weer onder de indruk van ruimte die door vertraging en intentie gecreëerd kan worden in een mannengroep. Pijn en verwarring worden daar in openheid gedeeld en mogen zo heling ervaren en inzicht ontvangen. Pure alchemie…!

