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InwardBound 4 day Semi-Private Retreat Programme (3-5 people)

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Up to 4 in group
Date
November 28 - December 1, 2024

Retreat Highlights

  • 4 day retreat
  • 3 nights in private accommodation beside nature
  • 2 psilocybin ceremonies
  • Full screening check
  • Private consultations with a psychotherapist pre and post retreat
  • Psychological Coaching Workshops pre and post retreat
  • Full day of integration on retreat with a Psychotherapist/Psychologist and a trained psychedelic facilitator
  • Freshly prepared vegan/vegetarian, organic/local food
  • Cacao ceremony

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

4-Day Semi Private Psychedelic Retreat
With almost 1,000 participants on our retreats over the past 6 years, Inwardbound are one of the world leaders in delivering psilocybin retreats.

Our retreat will be intimate (3-5 guests who do not know each other) and 2 Psychedelic Assisted Facilitators (1 male, 1 female). During the 4-day retreat, there will be 2 psilocybin ceremonies, complemented by a range of activities designed to maximise your experience with the aim to effect positive change in your life.

Our semi private programme is for 4 days. You will be supervised by our highly trained psychedelic facilitators who will guide you through a preparation and integration programme so you are fully supported before and after the retreat.

There will be a private room for every participant.

Here's what our retreat programme has in store for you:

Preparation Sessions: Prepare yourself for the transformative journey ahead with guided preparation sessions led by our Psychotherapist and experienced facilitators. Explore intention setting, safety protocols, and self-care practices. You will also have a 1:1 consultation with a psychotherapist to assist you in preparing for the experience ahead.
2 Psilocybin Ceremonies: Experience the profound healing potential of psilocybin in a safe and supportive ceremonial setting. Guided by experienced facilitators, you'll embark on a journey of inner exploration, gaining insights, and perspectives that can enhance your personal growth and healing.
Integration Sessions: Process and integrate your psilocybin experience with guided integration sessions and 1:1 consultation with the Psychotherapist designed to help you make sense of your insights and integrate them into your daily life.
Yoga & Meditation: Reconnect with your body, mind, and spirit through daily yoga practices. Cultivate strength, flexibility, and inner peace as you move through gentle flows, grounding poses, and mindful meditation, fostering a deeper connection with yourself and the present moment.
Breathwork: Tap into the transformative power of your breath with breathwork sessions designed to release tension stored in the body, unlock stagnant energy, and cultivate a sense of balance and vitality.
Time in nature and to relax: Enjoy walks in nature or around the cosy fire in the evenings.
Community Support: Join a community of open minded people who share your passion for alternatives to healing. Forge meaningful connections, share insights and experiences, and offer mutual support and encouragement as you journey together towards greater well-being and fulfilment.

Daily Schedule:
Day 1: Pick up at a central location in Amsterdam in the evening. Private transfer is arranged to the venue. When you arrive there will be an evening of preparation, dinner, opening circle and early night.

Day 2 & Day 3: Morning yoga, meditation/ breathwork followed by breakfast. Option for a walk in nature. Opening circle and preparation. Afternoon Psilocybin ceremony. Evening of reflection with support of the psychotherapist and facilitator followed by dinner. Evening of integration practices such as art therapy or time in nature or relax by the fire.

Day 4: Bodywork programme of yoga/qi gong/meditation/ breathwork followed by breakfast. Closing circle and mandala creation. Depart the venue around midday. Drop off point at the airport/ city center/ hotel.

At Inwardbound, our interdisciplinary team of psychotherapists, PhD scientists and holistic therapists believes in weaving together the threads of science and spirituality, knowing that the two ways are one. We work in the broad tradition of Dr Stan Grof - creating a safe container for people to access the wisdom of their own inner healer.

We come from a long tradition of psilocybin use in Ireland. Our Celtic ancestors used the wild mushrooms of Northern Europe (Psilocybe Semilanceata) and worked with the patterns of nature for healing and spiritual growth and we continue that land-based ancestral tradition to create a modern context for psilocybin ceremony and reconnection with nature.

Dates are not fully confirmed until approved after a screening call and a consultation with the Psychotherapist. Please only make travel plans then.

Our private program includes:


Pre-departure:

1x exploration call
Full screening
1x preparative consultation with one of our Psychotherapists
Preparation workbook and videos


On retreat:

4 days in a private venue surrounded by nature.
2 sessions with Psilocybin Truffles (stepped dose)
2 trained facilitators for the duration.
Private transfer from city center/ airport to and from the venue.
All meals: vegetarian/vegan, organic and local (where possible).
Tailored movement practices/yoga/embodiment techniques.
Tailored breathwork techniques (e.g. pranayama/Wim Hof/ conscious connect breath/ circular breathing).
Art and mandala work.
Nature walks/ sauna (depending on the venue).


 Integration after the retreat:

1:1 Integrative consultation with our Psychotherapist
Follow-up options and referrals
Integration workbook
Lifetime access to community




Venue
We operate a pool of retreat venues in beautiful locations in rural Netherlands based on availability. Our venues have private rooms and may offer a sauna, jacuzzi/hot tub and forest walks.


Booking Conditions







Deposit of €1,500 euro is required to secure your place.
The programme fee does not include flights or other transport to the Netherlands. For legal reasons, the cost of the truffles is not included. We will arrange for you to buy the truffles from a third party (allow €75 per person).
If you do not qualify for the retreat programme after a consultation with our psychotherapist, we will return your deposit minus the Therapist's consultation and admin fee of €250.
Our coronavirus protocols can be found under the FAQ section of our website.
REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY
The retreat is 100% refundable for cancellation 60+ days before the event start date. The event is 50% refundable if cancelled 30-59 days before the start date. The retreat is non-refundable if cancelled 0-29 days before the event start date.








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Questions?
Email: Admin@inwardbound.ie

Please visit the InwardBound website or contact us.


Costa Rica
From January 2025, we are also offering private retreats in Costa Rica. Email rob@inwardbound.ie for full details.
Group retreat
If the private retreat is not an option we recommend checking out our group retreat options here


Private retreat FAQ
1. Where do you meet on the first day of the retreat?
We arrange pick up from the center of Amsterdam/your hotel/Schiphol airport.
2. When does the final payment need to be in by?
Final payment needs to be sent 1 month before the retreat start date. Prices are per person.
3. Where is the venue?
We operate from a pool of venues about 1-2 hours from the center of Amsterdam depending on your requirements.
4. Can I book extra preparation or integration sessions?
Yes, these can be added when you are applying or after you have applied.
5. What are the doses of truffles used?
The first psilocybin session is a light/medium-high dose. The second is a higher dose however you can discuss your preferred dosage with the Psychotherapist.
6. How long are the psilocybin sessions?
Approximately 4-6 hours
7. Do I have to do 2 doses?
We offer the two doses as standard for our 4 day retreat. It is up to the participant if they want to do both doses. We allow plenty of time for discussion so you can feel what is right for you. You can also book a 3 day retreat where there is one psilocybin session.
8. What dates can I book?
We have a range of availability. Please let us know the dates you have in mind and we can try our best to accommodate you.
9. What is better, a private retreat or the group retreat?
This depends on your circumstances. The private retreat is bespoke and tailored to your needs. You have the full attention, care, and presence of 2 facilitators. The private retreat gives you full privacy, space, and time to reflect and connect to yourself. A private retreat is unique to you and anyone you book in with.

The group retreat can be a beautiful experience connecting with other like-minded people who are on a similar journey to you. Great connections can form with sharing of insights, wisdom, and knowledge.
10. Do I need to take work off after the retreat?
It is not essential but we do suggest taking off as much time as you can, to allow you to reflect and integrate after the retreat.
11. How many facilitators are there?
We usually have 1 male and 1 female facilitator so there is the balance of masculine and feminine energy, however you can discuss your preferred choice when booking.
12. Are the retreats private?
We are used to working with clients who value their privacy. Privacy and discretion is assured.
13. I am am female client and would like two female facilitators, is this an option?
Yes, of course. We can tailor our retreats as required.

Schedule

Day 1: Airport/ city center/ hotel pick up between 16.00-18:00. Arrive at the venue for an evening of preparation, dinner, opening circle. Depending on venue booked, time for sauna/hot tub.

Day 2: Morning yoga and meditation/ breathwork followed by breakfast. Time for nature walk. Early light lunch, time for ceremonial preparation and afternoon Psilocybin session 1 takes place. Evening of reflection with support of the psychotherapist and facilitator followed by dinner. Evening integration practices such as art therapy and time to relax.

Day 3: Morning yoga and meditation/ breathwork followed by breakfast. Time for nature walk. After a light lunch, time for ceremonial preparation and Psilocybin session 2 takes place. Evening of reflection with support of the psychotherapist and facilitator followed by cacao ceremony and dinner. Time to relax.

Day 4: Bodywork programme of yoga/qi gong/meditation/ breathwork followed by breakfast. Closing circle and mandala creation. Depart the venue around midday. Drop off point at the airport/ city center/ hotel.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

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Accommodation

Private or shared rooms with ensuites are available.

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Venues for our private retreats vary as they are chosen from a selection of private cottages that we use and booked according to your availability and requirements. Our venues are beside nature with beautiful accommodation and facilities.

Meals

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Menu Types

Fresh homemade vegetarian/vegan meals provided

What's Included

  • Private accommodation by nature
  • Small group (3-4 people)
  • 2 experienced and highly trained psychedelic assisted facilitators (1 male, 1 female)
  • Transfer from airport/city center/ hotel to and from retreat center
  • All meals: vegetarian/vegan (organic/ locally sourced)
  • Exploration and screening call
  • 1:1 preparative consultation with psychotherapist
  • Preparation pack and videos
  • 2x Psilocybin truffle sessions (stepped doses)
  • Bodywork programme of yoga/qi gong
  • Workshops in breathing techniques (e.g. pranayama, Wim Hof)
  • Embodiment movement therapy
  • Art therapy and mandala work
  • Eco therapy and nature walks
  • Where appropriate we may also offer supplemental plant treatments (e.g. white sage, cacao, rapé)
  • Other options are massage therapy, transpersonal therapy, essential oils
  • 1:1 integrative consultation with a psychotherapist
  • Follow-up options and referrals
  • Integration workbook

What's Not Included

  • Airfare and for legal reasons the truffles.

Customer Reviews

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A Deep Dive to a Rewarding Experience
My Inward Bound experience was, at times, surprising and even challenging but in all ways illuminating and meaningful. The team of our four facilitators led this amazing process with deep knowledge, experience, creativity, and empathy. In this supportive atmosphere, I connected with myself and the other members of our group in the best possible ways. Beyond that, the comfortable accommodations, beautiful setting, and delicious, wholesome food made the perfect setting for a journey of self-discovery.

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The Best
Inward Bound is the real deal. Rob, Renee, Darragh and Cristina created a space in time where a diverse group of people with varying intentions and needs opened, shared, sang, danced, laughed, loved and healed together. Delicious food, stunning setting and beautiful people. Go see for yourself. The best retreat I've been on.

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A profound, life changing experience in a safe, supportive and loving environment
It was my very first experience both with Inwardbound and with psilocybin. I cannot imagine how could it be better or more transforming than it was. In all aspect – it was perfect!
The venue was great, providing all one needs for a retreat like this: beautiful nature, comfortable room, spacious common spaces, delicious healthy food, etc.
I am forever grateful to the amazing Inwardbound team (Rob, Helena and Kalyani) for creating this safe, loving and supportive ceremonial space that allowed me to have this magical, life changing experience.
What a profound journey!

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best possible set and setting
I participated in a 5-day psilocybin retreat in the Netherlands. I had a profound experience under the influence of the mushrooms, but equally important was the presence, advice, support and all the activities offered by the therapists/facilitators. They are amazing people, experienced and professional, passionate about what they do and dedicated to ensuring the best, safest and most inspiring setting. Thanks to them, I believe, I can process and integrate the psilocybin experience in a way most beneficial for my healing and growth. They helped me understand how important it is to work with the body, to take a more holistic approach to healing and lifestyle, and they showed me ways to do it. I am immensely grateful not only for the safety they provided, but also for the joy, music, movement and companionship. I can recommend Inwardbound to anyone wanting to experience psilocybin. Don't do it alone, do it with Inwardbound!

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Amazing experience
A fantastic and life changing and affirming experience expertly curated by a group of beautiful and caring human beings. Highly recommended. Everyone in our group got something from the experience albeit different in almost every case, and it was often said that they/ we got what was needed, but not always what was wanted. There was power in the group connections and shared consciousness. Very healing.

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