Author of the book 'Andalusia, land of shamans', already published, and the book 'Memories of a healer' that is waiting to be published. Thomas has been active for more than 25 years as a spiritual guide and for 5 years he has been helping his visitors as a hypnotherapist and trance therapist.
"It's not about teaching someone nor preaching to someone it's about reaching someone."
To do this, Thomas puts you into a deep state of meditative trance to have a moment of rest from your never ceasing thoughts and to get tuned to a part of yourself you normally have no access to. Your mind comes to a rest and you step over from yourself to Yourself. New feelings, new sensations, new perspectives will arise from that contact and little by little you will perceive life in a different way. The world will not change, but you will see and live it in a different manner.
Born in Ukraine, she studied literature in Kiev. Later, she spent several years in Seychelles and Greece, where she improved her skills to help people. Since she is living in Spain, she increased her knowledge by studies of different massage techniques and contact with several shamans. Maryna also speaks Ukrainian and Russian.
Born in Germany, studied arts and ceramics in Germany and Spain. He is helping the shaman at the center since 30 years.
Details of this retreat
This is an individual retreat (one or maximum 2 persons)
Our retreat includes an inspiring meeting, a talk with Thomas Gottwald to broaden your mind, heart and perception.
You have to know yourself and agree with yourself, to be able to accept and enjoy everything that the universe offers for you.
The whole universe is there to serve you, but you have to know what you really like, what catches your attention, what excites you.
To try to stop the inner dialogue, have a moment of rest from our incessant thoughts, to tune into a part of ourselves that we normally do not have access to, there are many ways: austerities, deep silence, devotional work, contemplation, worship, art or exposing yourself to oceans, deserts, or high mountains.
We do this through personal coaching. The mind stops and goes from myself to Myself. From this contact, new feelings, new sensations, new perspectives will emerge and little by little you will perceive life in a different way.
The world will not change, but you will see and live in it differently.
The retreat also includes a session of Balinese massage, thai aroma, quiromassage, reflexotherapy, facial massage, hot volcanic stones, tok sen and healing with Tibetan bowls with our masseuse Maryna Pererva. The massage is 1 hour 15 minutes.
The retreat also includes a 1,5 hour hypnosis session with Thomas Gottwald.
Accommodation is in a small wooden cabin with private bathroom suitable for one or two persons.
Private cabin (1 person)
Private cabin (2 people)
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
We are located in an extremely peaceful location which allows you to get away from it all and relax.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Customer Reviews
4.69 out of 5.0 average rating
5.0
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Wow!!! Thank you!!!
I came to the retreat in search of life lessons and a guide. Someone that could enable me to figure out what the next phase of my life should be about.
I came to this beautiful and magical place surrounded by nature and such amazing bunch of people.
the environment was so unique and relaxed, i felt at home and was able finally to hear my inner voice.
The hypnosis sessions were wonderful and through Thomas’ guidance I received clear answers and directions for moving forward. And also the courage, tools and the continued support to stay on my path and not get distracted.
I also learnt to speak up and ask for what I need or want and be comfortable to take up space and time.
Perhaps my experience is best described in the outcome: when I left Fundalucia, I went home, within 1 month sold everything and moved to a new country and city to become a student again. This time, a student of things that I want to learn, that I feel connected to and that create and raise a vibration and emotion inside of me that is making me happy, peaceful and energised every day.
Without the retreat I feel that I wouldn’t have been able to get this sense of clarity, decisiveness and courage so quickly. It’s like my life was accelerated through the heavy, difficult time of feeling confused and lost. Coming out on the other side a lighter and happier person.
I highly recommend for who ever feel to explore more.
For me it’s was massive and important transformation which I waited for it a long time and I’m grateful for it!
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Literally life-changing
I came to this retreat to find a deeper connection to myself, my soul and to find out more about my mission and how I can live a purposeful and meaningful life, fulfilling that mission.
The 5 day retreat is absolutely wonderful and helped me in all of this and more.
Thomas is a very special and rare kind of person. Genuinely loving, with a deep connection to 'The One', 'The Source', God... whatever you'd like to call it. This also means that hard truths might be spoken. In my experience this is necessary to awaken something and to be able to make profound and positive changes in life. And you will not be left alone with that!
With an open heart and trust, and all of the support I could imagine, I have been able to do this. I am now happier every day, present in the moment a lot more, able to follow my intuition and have overcome challenges that I wouldn't have been able to resolve on my own or with my existing human connections.
The location is also magical. It's a little paradise. You can be amongst people or spend time on your own in the little cabin or out in nature. Giving you ample opportunity to feel and reflect on the deep conversations you'll have with Thomas, yourself - soul, subconscious mind - and others on the team (I do recommend you take the time on your own to let things sink in and feel them).
For whatever you may need, Axel is there to answer your questions and help you out. And Maryna gives the most wonderful massage. She truly has magical and blessed hands that will make you feel better.
For whatever reason you come here, in my experience, you get exactly what you need. The retreat is very personal. It felt like it was without effort tailored to my needs; through Thomas' connection to the source that cannot be explained in words.
If any of this sounds like it could be good for you, I strongly recommend you book this retreat and come with an open heart. Ready to receive guidance for your conscious mind and what your soul may need. You will be surprised by how much more you get than you give.
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An honest review
I came to the retreat with an open heart. Full of light. I was so excited..
But Thomas gave off a really strange vibe. He invited me to come to his cabin to get to know each other the first day. I felt unwelcome and a strange energy. Rock music was playing, he talked a lot about himself but didn't seem very interested in me, as a client.. As a young female, he made me feel unsafe. Also that first night, I felt unsafe because of this.
During my stay, he made comments on how I wasn't that social or didn't socialize with other people there. But my intention of coming there was to be by myself, do yoga on my own and relax.. I did socialize with a volunteer by the way. She really made my stay so much better, making me feel safer there, she was around my age, too. But not really his business trying to tell me what behavior or type of holiday I should have.
The people around him were calling him a shaman. I can assure you.. he is not. Narcissistic and egocentric, however? Yes. And I don't easily say this about people, at all. Thought very highly of himself. It seemed like there was this cult-like energy around him, and something just felt off. And he literally made very narcissistic comments about himself as well. Something about him being the 'king' of the place, and all the others being servants.. Some will say it's 'just his character', but I find it disgusting and disrespectful to the volunteers and the other people around him.
Nonetheless, the cabin was absolutely wonderful, with a nice view. The massage was amazing, too. All the others were very friendly.
And what about the hypnotherapy sessions? This is to my own experience, but as an extremely (spiritually) sensitive person.. I wish I had never done them. First of all, because I didn't feel safe with the person conducting the sessions (Thomas). I wouldn't advise to do any kind of 'healing' or 'session' with someone you feel unsafe with or a strange energy from, I feel stupid for having done them anyway. Second of all, I went through a series of very traumatizing out-of-body experiences upon returning back home. Nothing I would wish on anyone.. It was horrible. But then again, this is completely personal! Maybe for you, the sessions will be great! Just wanted to add a warning for sensitive people. My soul got stuck 'up there' when we did the sessions, so just beware. It was pure hell trying to make my body and soul unite again, and I'm still not quite there yet. Then again, things like plant medicines might have the same effect on some people.
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Great Escape
Wonderful time in the mountains above Granada. Everyone involved in the retreat is incredibly kind and accommodating. It’s a fantastic place to recenter and relax.
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WOW !!! Magical days in the Sierra Nevada
I mean it's just pure magic, feels happy to be there, surrounded with people with heart open. The guest house is also very nice, the people I met are so lovely, the program with Axel, Thomas, and Marina are heartwarming, also the mountain and villagers and people at guest house are unexpectedly creating simple good vibes. I mean, I was there only 3 days probably everything seems nice but overallI I was so glad I went there, even without clear purpose but who need purpose anyway, just swim in the flow, meeting with others, walk on the path that lead you to somewhere new, and remind with yourself who you always are, keep on traveling and playing like a kid.
Select your options
This program offers flexible scheduling, allowing you to select your retreat date during the booking process.
Refund & Cancellation Policy
The event 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.