KINGSHIP
Men’s Retreat
July 26th - 29th, 2024
KINGSHIP is designed as an integrative retreat that offers physical, emotional, cognitive, and relational experiences.
This is for men who are committed to cultivating an anchor of embodiment and integrity through the connection and witnessing of other men.
4 Days Of Men’s Work, Leadership Training, Wellness Practices, And Inner Healing.
Join us in Alberta, Canada on July 26 - 29 for the KINGSHIP Men’s Retreat. Committed brothers will band together to explore the depth of their inner world, improve their skills as leaders, and to come together with other like-hearted brothers under a common purpose.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
4 days and 3 nights at a beautiful private farm retreat space in the rolling hills of Alberta, Canada
Healthy homemade meals catered to all guests.
Daily morning wellness practice (Qigong, Breathwork, and Cold Therapy)
Men’s inner work practices, exercises, and processes in group, partners, and individual work
Physical activities with other men (competitive and non-competitive)
Sharing and support circles for men in a variety of different vulnerable topics
2 nights of powerful plant medicine ceremony facilitated by trained and experienced facilitors.
Activities that facilitate connection, play, and bonding with other men.
Private Integration coaching and circles led by our experienced team
7 SPOTS REMAINING
7 SPOTS REMAINING
Men are now being called to step into a new paradigm of leadership: Heart-based Leadership.
It is not the rigid, controlling mind-driven way of the past, but from the foundation of presence, love, and integrity.
Our Training Pillars
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Magician [Awareness]
The Magician Archetype orchestrates a transformative experience centered on self-awareness.
Through tailored practices, participants navigate the depth of introspection, peeling back layers to discover and define their core values. The alchemy of this process not only fosters self-awareness but sparks a genuine curiosity toward the intricate tapestry of emotions.
The Magician empowers men to emerge with a deeper understanding of their authentic selves.
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Warrior [Character]
The Warrior Archetype emerges as a guiding force for character development. Confidence takes root from within as men learn to maintain composure under life's pressures.
The warrior's journey involves a profound exploration of anger—understanding and channeling it constructively. Grounding practices in the wisdom of the body and cultivating a resilient spine become pivotal, forging character not just as a shield against life's challenges but as a compass guiding towards authenticity.
This area of the retreat unfolds as a crucible for forging resilient characters capable of navigating life's complexities.
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Lover [Vulnerability]
The Lover Archetype unveils the art of Vulnerability.
In the retreat's relational landscape, open and honest dialogues flourish, enabling participants to explore sensitive topics with a newfound depth. Sensitivity becomes a refined instrument, fostering a profound understanding of the self and others.
This journey connects us with the elements of play, celebration, enjoyment, unlocking our hearts and fostering compassion with ourselves.
Under the Lover’s influence, this retreat becomes a sacred space for authentic connections and heart-based approaches to life.
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King [Service]
At the core of the retreat's training pillars is the King Archetype: guiding participants on a journey of leadership and service.
Delve into the legacy you wish to shape and gain clarity on your purpose in this season of life. It is a process of self-service, teaching men that authentic service to others begins with being in service to oneself.
Leadership skills, discernment, and a deep sense of ownership and responsibility are cultivated, transforming participants into kings who not only govern their own destinies but also contribute positively to the collective.
This retreat becomes a sovereign bridge, empowering men to lead with purpose and serve with unwavering responsibility.
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Sharing Circles
Heart-to-heart sessions where men open up, fostering deep connections and mutual understanding.
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Vitality Reset
Invigorate your body and mind through mindful breath practices, energizing qigong movements, and resilience-building cold therapy.
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Shadow Work
Dive into the unexplored aspects of yourself, confronting and embracing the shadows to foster personal growth.
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Masculine + Feminine Embodiment
Explore and balance the energies within, understanding and integrating both the masculine and feminine aspects of your being.
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Plant Medicine Ceremony
Embark on a deep exploration with plant medicines, delving into transformative insights and self-discovery throughout two immersive nights.
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Integration Coaching
Receive guidance to seamlessly integrate retreat experiences into your daily life, ensuring lasting positive changes.
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Council Meetings
Engage in group discussions on specific vulnerable topics, receive feedback, and challenges from a council of men.
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Emotional Containment
Cultivate emotional resilience and embody your feelings, empowering you to navigate life with authenticity and resilience.
The KINGSHIP Facilitators
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Yenukwa Kombian | The Chief
CO-FOUNDER & GROUP FACILITATOR
Meet yenukwa, he loves leadership dynamics; especially under the banner of sports psychology. He is dedicated to delving into the nuances of emotional intelligence, existential philosophy, and personal development.
yenukwa finds his stride in facilitation, specializing in guiding impactful environments for men's groups and orchestrating workshops designed to foster self reflection, personal growth, and goal achievement.
Guided by the principle aspire to inspire before I expire yenukwa’s goal is clear: to build, create, and nurture holistic, heart-based male leaders.
With that he’s all in.
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Andy Nguyen | The Sage
CO-FOUNDER & MEN’S LEADERSHIP COACH
Meet Andy, a dedicated men's coach on a mission to empower highly successful men in the realms of integrity, communication, and leadership within their relationships.
Andy has been a guiding force in fostering transformative growth among men and brings an embodied understanding of men's work, infusing his coaching practice with diverse perspectives and his own personal experiences.
With a proven track record of aiding over 150+ men through personalized 1:1 mentorships, men's groups, and transformative retreats, Andy has emerged as a beacon for those seeking authentic and impactful change.
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Josh Blair | The Anchor
MEN’S LEADER & BREATHWORK COACH
Josh is the leader of Round Table 3, he is dedicated to helping men overcome their wounds and fostering transformation through the grounding and expansive power of breath.
Josh embarked on his transformative journey in 2014, discovering Manual Osteopathy as his healing craft, which helped alleviate the toll of sports on his body. After honing his skills over four years of schooling, he began offering his expertise to his community.
Josh's journey led him to Calgary, where he’s confronted past issues and deepened his understanding of male trust and bonding through men’s work. In 2021, he delved into breathwork, unlocking a powerful tool for addressing personal and familial traumas.
Your Investment + Sleeping Options
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Shared Accommodation | Pay in Full: $1500 USD
EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT: 15% OFF UNTIL APRIL 30, 2024 [USE COUPON CODE “EARLYBIRD”]
4 days and 3 nights of accommodation at a beautiful private farm retreat space (location details will be disclosed to registered participants)
90-minute pre-retreat preparation call
Includes the full retreat experience, meals, and transportation
Two options for sleeping arrangements…
Option 1: Sleep in the ceremony room amongst other brothers
Option 2: Camping outside
Bedding / Camping Equipment not provided (can be supplied upon request with extra cost)
One full payment of $1500 USD
For out of town guests: flight costs not included
See FAQ for more information (below)
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Shared Accommodation | Pay in Three Installments of $500 USD
EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT: 15% OFF UNTIL APRIL 30, 2024 [USE COUPON CODE “EARLYBIRD”]
4 days and 3 nights of accommodation at a beautiful private farm retreat space (location details will be disclosed to registered participants)
90-minute pre-retreat preparation call
Includes the full retreat experience, meals, and transportation
Two options for sleeping arrangement…
Option 1: Sleep in the ceremony room amongst other brothers
Option 2: Camping outside
Bedding / Camping Equipment not provided (can be supplied upon request with extra cost)
Pay in 3 x installments of $500 USD
For out of town guests: flight costs not included
See FAQ for more information (below)
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Personal Bed | Pay in Full $1650 USD [Limited to 6 beds]
EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT: 15% OFF UNTIL APRIL 30, 2024 [USE COUPON CODE “EARLYBIRD”]
4 days and 3 nights of accommodation at a beautiful private farm retreat space (location details will be disclosed to registered participants)
90-minute pre-retreat preparation call
Includes the full retreat experience, meals, and transportation
You get your own personal bed with all bedding included
Note: There are a couple of beds that share one room.
*Beds are first come first serve basis
For out of town guests: flight costs not included
See FAQ for more information (below)
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Personal Bed | Pay in Three Installments of $550 USD [Limited to 6 beds]
EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT: 15% OFF UNTIL APRIL 30, 2024 [USE COUPON CODE “EARLYBIRD”]
4 days and 3 nights of accommodation at a beautiful private farm retreat space (location details will be disclosed to registered participants)
90-minute pre-retreat preparation call
Includes the full retreat experience, meals, and transportation
You get your own personal bed with all bedding included
Note: There are a couple of beds that share one room.
*Beds are first come first serve basis
Pay in 3 x installments of $550 USD
For out of town guests: Flight costs not included
See FAQ for more information (below)
Frequently Asked Questions
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KINGSHIP is for men who are:
wanting to step away from their daily lives and reset their nervous systems
hungry to get around other men committed to doing the inner work
committed and in full responsibility for their personal growth
looking to embody a new texture of leadership
needing feedback and accountability
uncomfortable with conflict, hardship, and changes
are lone wolves by nature, and ready for a community approach to life instead
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We forge deeper bonds with ourselves and other men, connect with nature, witness each other in our vulnerability and power, participate in exercises/processes that push our edges, explore the healing properties of amazonian plant medicine, we will dance, we will celebrate, we will scream. This is all about getting in touch with your inner king, warrior, magician, and lover.
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4-days and 3-nights of accommodation
6 nutritious meals
The full men's retreat experience
2 nights of plant medicine experience
Out of town guests: transportation to the private retreat space from the airport or hotel
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KINGSHIP is a 4-day and 3-night experience that begins on Friday afternoon, and ends on Monday afternoon.
The retreat will be hosted on private farm retreat space with tons of access to nature, calm, and beautiful starlit skies.
The exact times and location will be communicated to you in the 90 minute group preparation call.
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We are asking men who are flying in arrange their flights to arrive on the Friday morning (July 26) before noon MST and to choose a departure flight that is Monday night after 7pm MST.
If you should desire to come early and stay the Thursday night before or stay the Monday night to depart Tuesday morning, we suggest you look at hotel/motel accommodations near the airport.
Here are a few hotel options for you that are between $70-$120 usd per night at your cost:
Emerald Hotel & Suites Calgary Airport
Hampton Inn by Hilton Calgary Airport
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport
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A pen and journal
Warm clothes for cooler nights
Water bottle
Towel
Swim shorts
Bedding is not included. A pillow, blanket, and thin camping air mattress if you are resting in the ceremony room.
*We can arrange something for you if you do not have access to bedding. There may be an extra cost if we need to rent it for you.
*If you chose the personal bed accommodation option, you will not need to being any bedding (pillow, blanket, thin camping air mattress)
Any sentimental/meaningful altar items for the plant ceremony
We will go over his again in our pre-call and welcome email.
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We are honoured to welcome two experienced ceremony facilitators in this medicine tradition from the Amazon. They have both spent several years learning from a Maestro who studied under the Mahua lineage in Peru.
You can rest assure that the ceremony and container is held with the highest standards of respect and personal safety.
These experiences have the potential to be emotionally and physically challenging, anyone who has not sat in this type of meditation before will be asked to have a brief phone interview with the ceremony facilitator.
Integration is also a very important factor in these experiences pre and post ceremony. We have set up different containers to honour integration as a group and individually.
As for preparation, you will be sent an email a month beforehand on how to best prepare for your experience. We will also be hosting a 90 min group preparation call 2 weeks before the event to answer any questions/concerns you may have.
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We capture photo & video on our weekends for marketing content, and yet at a deeper level the intention is to capture + share to normalize inner work for men. We will have a consent discussion with all participants during the 90-min group preparation call and honour any man's choice to not be photographed or filmed.
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- Up to 2 months from the event (April 12th) – 100% refund.
- Up to 1 month from the event (June 26th) – 50% refund.
- Last 30 days before event (June 27th onward) – No refund.