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🍄 AWAKEN: 6-Day Psilocybin Retreat in Colorado - Non-profit, All-inclusive, & Trusted by 330+ Alumni

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45 min south of Denver
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Up to 18 in group
Date
April 6 - 11, 2027

Retreat Highlights

  • 6-day immersive with workshops informed by Eastern mindfulness, Western psychology, and Southern shamanism
  • 3 psilocybin ceremonies supported by experienced facilitators
  • 2 weeks of preparation with workshops, peer calls, trainings, readings, meditations, rituals, routines, and nutrition guidance
  • 4 weeks of integration with live workshops, peer groups, accountability, and practical exercises
  • All-inclusive: private accommodations in curated nearby hotels/residences, 3× daily meals, and massage time
  • Limited to 30 participants for deep support, intimacy, and trusted community
  • Held in the greater Denver area - 60 minutes from Denver International Airport
  • Guided breathwork session to safely experience an altered state before ceremony day
  • Daily practices: somatic work, meditation, and integration circles to hard-wire insights
  • Trusted by 330+ alumni with 1,000+ sessions facilitated
  • Community access to a growing network of creators and leaders walking the path of aliveness

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

As seen on TEDx, Mindvalley, The New York Times, and Fantastic Fungi • Trusted by 330+ alumni • 200+ video testimonials
Feel fully alive. This is your invitation to step out of survival mode and into the aliveness that’s been waiting for you—more joy, clarity, love, and freedom. Awaken is a 6-day, all-in, psilocybin retreat designed by Ceremonia.





Retreat Highlights

6-day immersive with workshops informed by Eastern mindfulness, Western psychology, and Southern shamanism
3 psilocybin ceremonies supported by experienced facilitators
2 weeks of preparation with workshops, peer calls, trainings, readings, meditations, rituals, routines, and nutrition guidance
4 weeks of integration with live workshops, peer groups, accountability, and practical exercises
All-inclusive: private accommodations at a retreat center tucked in the heart of nature, 3× daily meals
Limited to 30 participants for deep support, intimacy, and trusted community
Held south of Denver - 45 minutes from Denver International Airport
Guided breathwork session to safely experience an altered state before ceremony day
Daily practices: somatic work, meditation, and integration circles to hard-wire insights
Trusted by 330+ alumni with 1,000+ sessions facilitated
Community access to a growing network of creators and leaders walking the path of aliveness

Why Awaken Works
🏆 Proven track record: 330+ participants guided through 1,000+ sessions—with 200+ alumni video testimonials.
🧩 Transformation with structure: 2 weeks of preparation before you arrive + 5 weeks of integration after, so insights become lasting change.
👥 Small, powerful container: Limited to 30—intimate support, real community.
💗 Aliveness practices: Daily somatic work, meditation, and integration circles to hard-wire breakthroughs into your nervous system.
🌄 A setting that supports deep work: tucked among the woods, with a nearby lake, 60 minutes from Denver International Airport.

What You’ll Experience
🍄 3 guided psilocybin journeys in a safe, sacred setting
🧘‍♀️ Daily practices (yoga/somatic breath, meditation, nervous-system resets)
🗣️ Integration workshops & circles to turn insights into habits
🤝 One-on-one support available with experienced facilitators as needed
🚀 Post-retreat momentum: live group integration for 4 weeks so the shift keeps growing

Lodging & Comfort
Your rest matters. Accommodations are included for quiet, comfort, and recovery between sessions. Expect a tranquil space that supports deep sleep, reflection, and integration.
Travel: Airport transfers are included! Our accommodations are ~45 minutes from DEN. One shuttle will be provided to and from the airport.

Who This Is For
Awaken is ideal if you’re ready to:
🫁 You’re ready to release patterns of anxiety, grief, or burnout
🧭 You want to reconnect to purpose, presence, and self-trust
🛡️ You seek healing in an expertly guided container
🫂 You want a community that keeps you supported long after you leave

Our Promise
We don’t chase peak experiences. We build enduring transformation—from the inside out. With a licensed team, a proven curriculum, and an alumni community that keeps your fire lit, Awaken helps you feel fully alive again…and stay that way.

Schedule


Each day follows a clear arc: we start with embodied movement (yoga/5Rhythms) to drop into the body, then move into inside-out workshops that layer Eastern mindfulness (noting, body-scan, loving awareness), Western psychology (IFS-informed empathy, circling, somatic release, Map of Consciousness), and Southern shamanic ritual (tea ceremony, elements blessings) to build presence, courage, and connection; after a mid-day break for rest and nourishment, we reconvene for guided group ceremony and evening integrations—progressing across the week through the pillars of Mind → Body → Spirit → Heart → Soul.

TUESDAY (Arrival) — Check-in & Orientation
2:00–3:00pm • Arrival, check-in, tea & snacks
3:00 - 7:00pm • Opening workshops, Sovereignty agreements, values & intentions
7:00pm • Welcome dinner & meet-and-greet
8:00pm • Four Elements opening ceremony
8:30pm • “All One” eye-gazing connection practice
8:45pm • Breathwork journey (safe intro to altered states)
10:00pm • Rest & quiet hours

WEDNESDAY (Mind) — Movement • Mindfulness • Ceremony
8:00am • Morning movement (5Rhythms dance)
9:00am • Breakfast
10:00am • Noting/Smiling/Body-scan & Letting-Go meditations
11:00am • Noticing, Empathy & Circling (inside-out connection)
12:15pm • Lunch
1:00pm • Ceremony briefing + dosing self-check (kinesiology)
2:15pm • Contrast therapy: breathwork, cold plunge, steam (attention training)
5:00pm • Psilocybin ceremony (evening)
11:00pm • Light refreshments & rest

THURSDAY (Body) — Movement • Somatics • Ceremony
9:00am • Breakfast
10:00am • Integration circle in tea ceremony
11:30am • “Inside-Out” ecstatic dance + Letting-Go practice
12:15pm • Lunch
2:00pm • “I Am” workshop (Map of Consciousness; empowerment)
3:00pm • Water ceremony (nervous-system soothing)
6:00pm • Psilocybin ceremony (evening)
12:00am • Light refreshments & rest

FRIDAY (Spirit) — Movement • Nature • Relational Mastery
9:00am • Breakfast
10:00am • Integration circle in nature
11:30am • Dance + Letting-Go; organic sharing circle
1:00pm • Lunch
3:00pm • “In Connection” workshop
3:30pm • Giving & Receiving (relational presence)
4:00pm • Affirmation circles (being seen)
5:00pm • “Highest Self” workshop
7:00pm • Dinner
8:00–9:00pm • Feedback workshop or breathwork; rest

SATURDAY (Heart) — Day Ceremony • Celebration • Creativity
7:45am • Smoothies
8:30am • Daytime psilocybin ceremony (eyes-open, relational)
3:00pm • Celebratory lunch
5:00pm • Integration circle
6:30pm • Essential Movement + Inspired Creator workshops
8:00pm • Dinner
9:00pm • Cacao ceremony & talent share (optional pool time)

SUNDAY (Soul) — Integration • Closing • Departures
9:00am • Breakfast
10:00am • “Journey Beyond” breakfast (integration planning)
12:00pm • Lunch
1:00pm • Closing ceremony
2:00pm • Departures



What's Included


6-day in-person retreat (Sedalia, Colorado)
5 nights of accommodations in a private retreat center
3 psilocybin mushroom ceremonies guided by experienced natural medicine facilitators
3 chef-prepared meals per day (vegetarian, vegan, pescetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free on request)
4 weeks of virtual integration (live workshops, peer groups, accountability support, practical exercises)
2 weeks of virtual preparation (workshops, peer group calls, training videos, meditations, rituals, routines, nutrition guidance)
Guided breathwork session to safely experience an altered state before ceremony day
Daily practices: somatic work, meditation, and integration circles
One-on-one support available with experienced facilitators throughout the week
Ongoing community access after the program

Schedule

Each day follows a clear arc: we start with embodied movement (yoga/5Rhythms) to drop into the body, then move into inside-out workshops that layer Eastern mindfulness (noting, body-scan, loving awareness), Western psychology (IFS-informed empathy, circling, somatic release, Map of Consciousness), and Southern shamanic ritual (tea ceremony, elements blessings) to build presence, courage, and connection; after a mid-day break for rest and nourishment, we reconvene for guided group ceremony and evening integrations—progressing across the week through the pillars of Mind → Body → Spirit → Heart → Soul.

TUESDAY (Arrival) — Check-in & Orientation
2:00–3:00pm • Arrival, check-in, tea & snacks
3:00 - 7:00pm • Opening workshops, Sovereignty agreements, values & intentions
7:00pm • Welcome dinner & meet-and-greet
8:00pm • Four Elements opening ceremony
8:30pm • “All One” eye-gazing connection practice
8:45pm • Breathwork journey (safe intro to altered states)
10:00pm • Rest & quiet hours

WEDNESDAY (Mind) — Movement • Mindfulness • Ceremony
8:00am • Morning movement (5Rhythms dance)
9:00am • Breakfast
10:00am • Noting/Smiling/Body-scan & Letting-Go meditations
11:00am • Noticing, Empathy & Circling (inside-out connection)
12:15pm • Lunch
1:00pm • Ceremony briefing + dosing self-check (kinesiology)
2:15pm • Contrast therapy: breathwork, cold plunge, steam (attention training)
5:00pm • Psilocybin ceremony (evening)
11:00pm • Light refreshments & rest

THURSDAY (Body) — Movement • Somatics • Ceremony
9:00am • Breakfast
10:00am • Integration circle in tea ceremony
11:30am • “Inside-Out” ecstatic dance + Letting-Go practice
12:15pm • Lunch
2:00pm • “I Am” workshop (Map of Consciousness; empowerment)
3:00pm • Water ceremony (nervous-system soothing)
6:00pm • Psilocybin ceremony (evening)
12:00am • Light refreshments & rest

FRIDAY (Spirit) — Movement • Nature • Relational Mastery
9:00am • Breakfast
10:00am • Integration circle in nature
11:30am • Dance + Letting-Go; organic sharing circle
1:00pm • Lunch
3:00pm • “In Connection” workshop
3:30pm • Giving & Receiving (relational presence)
4:00pm • Affirmation circles (being seen)
5:00pm • “Highest Self” workshop
7:00pm • Dinner
8:00–9:00pm • Feedback workshop or breathwork; rest

SATURDAY (Heart) — Day Ceremony • Celebration • Creativity
7:45am • Smoothies
8:30am • Daytime psilocybin ceremony (eyes-open, relational)
3:00pm • Celebratory lunch
5:00pm • Integration circle
6:30pm • Essential Movement + Inspired Creator workshops
8:00pm • Dinner
9:00pm • Cacao ceremony & talent share (optional pool time)

SUNDAY (Soul) — Integration • Closing • Departures
9:00am • Breakfast
10:00am • “Journey Beyond” breakfast (integration planning)
12:00pm • Lunch
1:00pm • Closing ceremony
2:00pm • Departures
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Ceremonia, 45 min south of Denver

Accommodation

Shared Twin XL Room

Accommodation
Shared Twin XL Rooms feature two cozy Twin XL beds, perfect for two individuals seeking comfort and relaxation. The thoughtfully designed interiors create a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for unwinding and enjoying the tranquility of our retreat center. Note: All rooms in our retreat center feature shared bathrooms, one for men, and another for women. 

Shared Full + Twin Bed Room

Accommodation
Our Full + Twin Bed rooms provide a harmonious blend of comfort and style, featuring thoughtfully curated decor that evokes a sense of tranquility. Each room is designed to offer a peaceful retreat with warm lighting, inviting seating areas, and private access to beautiful outdoor views, making them ideal for guests seeking a restful and rejuvenating stay amidst nature. Note: All rooms in our retreat center feature shared bathrooms, one for men, and another for women. 

Shared Twin Bunk Bed Room (Max 2 Occupants)

Accommodation
Our Bunk Bed Rooms provide a cozy and practical space ideal for a max of two occupants. Featuring sturdy wooden bunk beds and simple, comfortable decor, these rooms are perfect for those seeking a relaxed and communal environment to enjoy a restful night's sleep. Note: All rooms in our retreat center feature shared bathrooms, one for men, and another for women. 

Private King Bed Room

Accommodation
Our King Bed Room features two joined Double XL beds covered by a comfy king size mattress topper. The thoughtfully designed interior creates a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for unwinding and enjoying the tranquility of our retreat center. Note: All rooms in our retreat center feature shared bathrooms, one for men, and another for women. 

Private Queen Bed Room

Accommodation
The beautifully designed Queen Bed Rooms feature a plush queen-size bed and offer a perfect blend of comfort, elegance, and serenity. Each room is uniquely styled with cozy bedding, soft lighting, and tasteful decor, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere ideal for relaxation. The spacious rooms include comfortable seating areas, outdoor views, and private access to nature. Note: All rooms in our retreat center feature shared bathrooms, one for men, and another for women. 

Venue & Amenities

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Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent

Meals

Menu
Menu

Menu Types

Healthy, organic farm-to-table service with vegan, vegetarian, and other options that follow a prescribed dieta for plant medicine.

What's Included

  • 6-day in-person retreat and a private retreat center south in Sedalia, Colorado
  • 5 nights of private accommodations ensconced in the woods with a lake nearby
  • 3 psilocybin mushroom ceremonies guided by experienced facilitators
  • 3 chef-prepared meals per day (vegetarian, vegan, pescetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free on request)
  • 4 weeks of virtual integration (live workshops, peer groups, accountability support, practical exercises)
  • 2 weeks of virtual preparation (workshops, peer group calls, training videos, meditations, rituals, routines, nutrition guidance)
  • Guided breathwork session to safely experience an altered state before ceremony day
  • Daily practices: somatic work, meditation, and integration circles
  • One-on-one support available with experienced facilitators throughout the week
  • Ongoing community access after the program
  • Transportation to/from the airport

What's Not Included

  • All-inclusive

Customer Reviews

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Ceremonia - Awaken
This was one of the most profound experiences of my life. The retreat was well organized and contained the necessary pre and post work to get the most out of psilocybin. The music was incredible and the facilitators were amazing.

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So Incredibly Supportive
Austin Mao created such a sacred container for transformative experiences. The setting, the curriculum, the team of facilitators, the food, the absolute support was impeccable. He shares his heartfelt wisdom freely and holds the healing space with love and vision. I felt safe and well cared for, which enabled me to experience healing beyond my hopes and expectations.

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My Ceremonia Awakening Retreat Healed Fifty Years of Residual Trauma in my Body
I’m so grateful for my healing experiences during my Awakening retreat. And I’m deeply grateful for the community bonding and integration support woven into the program. I’ve come away with greater happiness and feelings of peace that may very well be permanent if I continue that intention and use the internal tools I’ve gained. After over fifty years of holding trauma in my body I can literally breathe deeper and can more easily access feelings of peace.
I researched many psilocybin retreat offerings before I signed up, because I wanted to make sure I would be safe. My experiences during the retreat and my outcome could not have been better. This was a powerfully sacred event and the facilitators made it safe for me to do deeply healing inner work.
As a survivor of severe trauma during my childhood, teen years and early adulthood, and even though I’ve done decades of healing work, I was aware deeply buried trauma would likely show up during my journeys. My goal was to stop feeling stuck in negative patterns, and to embody peace and happiness, which is exactly what unfolded. My journeys were difficult in the beginning, and required I brave up and go through somatic release of those old wounds. I did, and on the other side I found bliss, happiness, hope, and a deeper connection to peace, love and the sacred. I know this is a permanent shift in me towards greater joy in my life. I’m incredibly grateful for the heartfelt and skillful container Ceremonia provides for accelerated personal growth.

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Master Weaver of Sacred Space and Musical Artist
Kedar’s wisdom and support during my Ceremonia Awaken retreat was perfect. He helped me navigate my transformative experiences with such love that I found the courage to push myself to go deeper than I may have otherwise. And that made all the difference for me. I am so grateful for the experience. Kedar’s music is sacred and beautiful and fuels the inner journey in such a powerful way. And I absolutely love his knowing laugh!

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Connection, Community and Deep Work!
The April 2026 Awaken retreat held in Denver, CO was curated and orchestrated with profound intention. The administration of the entire experience was nurturing, caring and impeccable. And I believe I have made lifelong connections with the other participants and leadership team.

The food was fresh, tasty, thoughtful and abundant. I wish I could have taken the chefs home with me.

The music (live and digital) was EXCEPTIONAL in every possible way. For me, the music was EVERYTHING.

The only issue that felt out of alignment with the quality of the whole experience was the sleeping accomodations. We stayed in various short-term rentals throughout Denver and the quality varied a lot, to the point that some rooms were bad enough to have to move people out and shuffle quite a bit. It almost felt like we were staying in youth hostels. For the price of the retreat, I expected a different quality in that regard.

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