Thursday
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm | Arrival + Check-In
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Dinner
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm | Opening Session + Ceremony
Allgäu
Nestled in southern Germany, the Allgäu region offers serene natural beauty, including mountain peaks, alpine meadows, and crystal-clear rivers.
The nature for which this area is known offers the perfect setting to explore and deepen our human connection with the natural world. Connect with the various energies of the land throughout this retreat.
Meet Your
Teacher & Guide
Brant Secunda
Brant Secunda is an internationally acclaimed shaman, healer, and teacher in the indigenous Huichol tradition of Mexico. During an intensive 12-year apprenticeship, Brant became the adopted grandson and close companion of Don José Matsuwa, the renowned shaman who passed away in 1990 at the age of 110. Brant was chosen by Don José to take his place in helping to carry on Huichol Shamanism.
Recognized as a global thought leader and spiritual teacher, Brant has been a lecturer at the Mayo Clinic, the American Holistic Medical Association Conferences, and a faculty member of the Five Branches Institute of Chinese Medicine. He also co-founded the Humanistic Medicine Conference with the World Health Organization, the Peace University in Berlin, and is a founding member of the American Herbalist Guild.
Striving to bridge the worlds of fitness and spirituality, Brant co-authored the award-winning book Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You.
Pricing
Tuition + Accommodation options
- Tuition Prices
- Adult • €550
- Child • €275
- Infant • FREE $0
- Accommodations
For entire duration of retreat - Single Room • €297
Private bedroom with shared bath. Price is per/person. Includes meals.
- Double Room • €246
Double occupancy shared bedroom with shared bath. Price is per/person. Includes meals.
- 3-4 Bed Room • €216
3-4 occupancy shared bedroom with shared bath. Price is per/person. Includes meals.
- Commuter • €171
For guests who stay at home or in a hotel. Price is per/person. Includes meals.
Tuition Options
include program instruction and materials
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening Sessions
- Tribal songs, chants, drumming & rattling.
- Journeying exercises working with the 4 directions.
- Meditation practices to connect with the elemental powers.
- Lecture & discussion including Huichol cosmology and myths.
- Question and answer opportunities.
Dance of the Deer Ceremonies
- Ancient ceremony to honor the light of creation, celebrate the spring season and pray for healing for ourselves and the planet.
Pilgrimage to the Grünten Mountain and/or other Alpine Peaks
- Learn how to approach places of power in prayer.
- Receive a transmission of power from the land/mountain.
Accommodations
The all-inclusive packages at our eco-friendly venue include lodging and three daily vegan and vegetarian meals, prepared with ingredients that are high-quality, local, and organic.
The simple yet peaceful lodgings are designed for you to step away from your busy life and unwind. Private and shared rooms are available, as well as camping and commuter options.
Discounted Attendance
Students
Register with a .edu email address and save 10% on all tuition options.
Seniors
If you’re 65 or older, you can save 10% on all tuition options. Simply select the checkbox when registering.
Families
We love having families at our programs and strive to bring all ages into the sacred circle. Children 4-17 receive a 50% discount on all tuition options and infants (under the age of 4) are FREE.
Families of four or more receive 10% off each adult attendee.
Retreat Itinerary
Program schedule + session details
FAQ + Guide
Tips to ensure a great experience
Where is the program located?
The retreat is held in Sulzberg, Germany in the Allgäu region. The grounds of the seminar house are located in the Allgäu Alpine foothills near the Grünten and a picturesque lake, the Rottachspeicher.
Detailed directions will be provided upon registration.
What are the accommodations?
There are a variety of lodging options for this retreat, including shared and private rooms.
All meals are included (Thursday dinner – Sunday lunch).
The seminar house prepares vegan and vegetarian meals and can cater to dietary restrictions, upon request.
How do I arrange my travel?
By Air
Below are the closest international airports from Sulzberg:
• Memmingen Airport (FMM): 40 minute drive
• St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (ACH): 1 hour drive
• Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH): 1 hour drive
• Innsbruck Airport (INN): 1.5 hour drive
• Munich International Airport: 2 hour drive
For assistance with air travel, please contact Peter Silberschatz at Travel Works – toll-free (800) 874-7207 or international +1 (415) 897-4405.
By Car
Sulzbrunn 1 – 8, 87477 Sulzberg
Reachable via A7
By Train
Sulzberg-Ried Train Station, about a 20-minute walk along forest and field paths
By Bus
Sulzbrunn Abzw. Römerhaus stop, Sulzberg
Bus line 63 (departure HBF KEMPTEN), about a 10-minute walk to the seminar house
Do I need to bring anything?
Here is a list of items to bring:
- Bed linens/towels (or rent for a flat fee of €7/€3)
- Layers of comfortable clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes for hiking
- Chair, cushion, or blanket to sit on
- Personal toiletries
- Bathing suit + towel (optional)
- Flashlight
- Pocket knife (necessary for one of our exercises)
- Water bottle and coffee/tea mug
- House shoes
- Anything special you would like to have blessed on the ceremonial altar
Are there any prerequisites to attend?
No. This retreat is open to anyone, whether you are looking to take the first step on the shamanic path or if you’ve been studying with Brant for decades.
When does the program start and end?
The program will begin on Thursday (April 4, 2024) with check-in opening at 4:00 pm and the first session beginning at 7:30 pm.
The program will conclude with lunch on Sunday (April 7, 2024) at 1:00 pm.
Will the program be live-streamed?
No. This program will only be available for those attending in person. If you’re interested in joining a virtual program online, please take a look at our schedule of upcoming programs.
Do I need to attend the entire program?
We greatly encourage everyone to join the workshop for the full time in order to gain the complete experience of the teachings and practices, while also helping maintain the energy of the collective group.
Will plant medicine be offered?
No, this program does not include any type of plant medicine. Although this is indeed an integral part of shamanic traditions, this program will focus on the use of drumming, rattling, chanting, and dance to achieve similar altered states of consciousness.
Will I become a shaman by attending this program?
No, our programs do not provide any type of certification and are not designed to teach people to become shamans, as this requires years of complete dedication through a traditional shamanic apprenticeship. Instead, this retreat provides an opportunity to practice shamanism, learn the ancient exercises for spiritual developemnt, and celebrate life in sacred ceremony and ritual.
The practices of shamanism are ones that can be integrated into your everyday routine in order to empower yourself, your community, and all that lives on Mother Earth.
Can children attend?
Yes, we welcome families and children at all our programs and love having all ages included in our circle. We offer a 50% discount for children ages 4-17 and infants under the age of 4 join free of charge.
Children (anyone under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Have questions?
Schedule a call with us