Sicily Gathering - Casa dal Cuore

Join us for a powerful five-day retreat in the heart of the Sicilian mountains, perfect for anyone ready to leave stress behind and tap into new energy. This unique experience combines the powerful Wim Hof Method with the innovative TRYBE Method, crafted by Will van Zyl, to bring us back to a place of balance between human being and human doing.

Throughout the retreat, you'll dive into practical daily practices aimed at enhancing your clarity and resilience. From breathwork and yoga to heat and cold immersion, mindful trail walking, life visioning, and essential nutritional insights, each activity is designed to reconnect you with your inner strength.

Nicky van Zyl, our nutrition coach, will guide you through the benefits of the Sicilian Mediterranean diet, ensuring you fuel your body right while also leading rejuvenating morning yoga sessions to kickstart each day.

Sarah Palmer, known for her work in emotional well-being, will offer effective strategies for managing stress and fostering emotional resilience.

The retreat culminates in a specially designed peak challenge that will test and strengthen both your physical and mental resolve.

With delicious local meals, time for personal reflection, and opportunities for meaningful group connections, this retreat offers a comprehensive path to personal empowerment.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Casa Dal Cuore, amidst ancient olive groves and breathtaking mountain scenery, this retreat is more than a break from daily life. It's a chance to engage deeply with practices that will revitalize and empower you, readying you for a significant positive shift in your life. If you're set on making a meaningful change, this retreat is calling your name.

IMPORTANT: If you feel you need this time and this work...for YOU..., but financially it is a challenge. Contact me (Will) directly to arrange payment options.

Here is an illustration of what each day could entail.

Flight considerations

Aim to arrive at Palermo Airport for a 1pm  shuttle ride to Casa dal Cuore.

We leave Casa dal Cuore at 8am on the last day, arriving at the airport by 9am or shortly before. So book your return frlight from Palermo from 1030am onward at earliest. The later flights are safer, just in case we hit traffic.

Day 1: Arrival and Attunement

• 14:00 Arrival at Casa Dal Cuore: As you step into the retreat, enjoy a light meal to welcome you to your new surroundings.
• Check-in and Orientation: Settle into your space and receive an introduction to the week’s structure and practices.
• Tension Re-balancing Session: Transition from travel to tranquility with exercises designed to harmonize your physical state with the retreat's energy.
• 19:00 Welcome Dinner: Connect with fellow attendees over locally inspired cuisine, setting the tone for the days to come.
• Daily Closing Activity: Similar to Days 2, 3, and 4, end the day with activities that promote reflection, connection, and relaxation, such as meditation, music, or shared conversation.

Day 2 and 3: Experiencing, Learning, and Connecting

• Sunrise Yoga and Breathwork: Greet the morning with yoga and breathwork, aligning your energy with the day ahead.
• Morning Activities: Explore learning and practice with sessions on cold exposure, TRYBE methodology, or nutritional insights to enrich your wellbeing journey.
• 11:00 AM Brunch: A leisurely and nutritious brunch awaits to sustain you through the day's explorations.
• Downtime: A period of rest and personal time until the afternoon, offering space for relaxation or individual exploration.
• Afternoon Activities: Two slots of engaging activities, allowing you to immerse in further learning or practice of morning topics, deepening your experience and understanding.
• 19:00 Dinner: As evening approaches, come together for a communal dining experience, savoring the local flavors and the day’s shared experiences.
• Daily Closing Activity: Conclude with a reflective practice, whether it’s a meditation, campfire conversation, or enjoying music, solidifying the day’s lessons and connections.

Day 4: Mastery and Triumph

• Sunrise Yoga and Breathwork: Open the day with a mindful practice to set intentions and ready yourself for the challenge ahead.
• Peak Activity Briefing: Gather insights and final tips to approach the day's physical and mental pinnacle.
• 9:00  Breakfast: Enjoy a fortifying meal to fuel the anticipated exertions.
• The Challenge: Put your accumulated knowledge and skills to the test with a demanding yet rewarding activity.
• 15:00 Light Meal: Return to base for a light meal, a chance to recharge after the morning's endeavors.
• Downtime: Take two hours to relax, process the day’s experiences, and rejuvenate.
• Pre-Dinner TRYBE Session: Re-align and re-balance with a short, focused TRYBE session, integrating the day's lessons.
• 19:00 Dinner: Gather for a well-deserved dinner, celebrating the day's milestones.
• Daily Closing Activity: Cap off the evening with a tranquil practice, reflecting on the journey and embracing the sense of achievement.

Day 5: Reflection and Farewell

• Sunrise Yoga and Breathwork: Begin the final morning with a session to reflect on the week's journey and cultivate gratitude.
• Light breakfast: Something light for the road...
• Departure from Casa Dal Cuore: Say your goodbyes, taking with you the memories and transformations from the retreat as you depart at 08:00.