Awakened HU.MAN
Tao-Tantra Retreat For Men
đź“Ť Algarve, Portugal | đź—“ 6-11 January, 2026
Awaken your masculinity by transforming sexuality into a path of strength, purpose, and spiritual growth.
Tao-Tantra Retreat For Men
đź“Ť Algarve, Portugal | đź—“ 6-11 January, 2026
Awaken your masculinity by transforming sexuality into a path of strength, purpose, and spiritual growth.
Awakened HU.MAN
Tao-Tantra Retreat For Men
đź“Ť Algarve, Portugal | đź—“ 6-11 January, 2026
Awaken your masculinity by transforming sexuality into a path of strength, purpose, and spiritual growth.
Tao-Tantra Retreat For Men
đź“Ť Algarve, Portugal | đź—“ 6-11 January, 2026
Awaken your masculinity by transforming sexuality into a path of strength, purpose, and spiritual growth.
Over 200 men's lives
transformed
transformed
by passing through our programs to
take charge and transform their sexuality.
take charge and transform their sexuality.
A new sacred relationship with my body! My series of sessions with Julian were transformative. I now have a very passionate and fulfilling relationship with my partner thanks to the work that I did with Julian. I feel more connected with my body and as a result capable of connecting with my partner at a deeper level.
Hello Pola. I would like to thank you for this wonderful, emotional, healing, consciousness-expanding and energising life experience. I understand what it's all about, what energy work is and what it can trigger. I feel synchronised with the feminine energy.
THIS RETREAT IS FOR YOU IF:
- You are feeling tense and drained, stuck in your head, unable to truly relax or feel alive in your body.
- Sex feels mechanical or flat — you crave deeper passion, but can’t seem to access it.
- You are struggling with performance pressure or anxiety that keeps you from being fully present during intimacy.
- You are carrying shame or guilt around desire, makes you hide or overcompensate instead of expressing freely.
- You feel you are losing attraction or the spark with your partner, and not knowing how to reignite it.
- You are feeling stuck in habits like porn, overwork, or distraction that numb your energy instead of fuelling it.
WHAT THIS RETREAT OFFERS YOU
This retreat is a journey back to your natural power as a man — where sexuality, heart, and purpose become one.
Through Taoist alchemy, somatic coaching, and conscious brotherhood,
you’ll learn to:
Through Taoist alchemy, somatic coaching, and conscious brotherhood,
you’ll learn to:
- Transform sexual energy into vitality
- Free the body from old tension and emotional blocks
- Rebuild your relationship with desire
- Explore polarity and masculine–feminine dynamics
- Experience real brotherhood
This is not another workshop filled with theory — it’s a lived, embodied experience.
Each day blends teaching, practice, reflection, and connection, so the change happens not just in your
WHAT YOU WILL WALK AWAY WITH
When you leave this retreat, you won’t just understand these teachings — you’ll feel them in your body.Your relationships will shift and here’s what you’ll take back into your life:
- A clear connection to your sexual energy the ability to feel it, move it, and use it as fuel for confidence and creativity.
- Freedom from old tension, guilt, and shame replaced with a calm, grounded sense of power in your body.
- Renewed passion and intimacy both with yourself and with your partner, without performance or pressure.
- A stronger nervous system that can hold more pleasure, emotion, and aliveness without collapsing or closing down.
- The tools and daily practices to stay connected, vital, and balanced long after the retreat ends.
- A deeper sense of purpose and presence knowing who you are as a man and how to live with clarity, integrity, and heart.
You’ll return home energised, grounded, and alive, carrying a new awareness of what it truly means to live — and love — from your centre.
You’ll return home energised, grounded, and alive, carrying a new awareness of what it truly means to live — and love — from your centre.
I enrolled in a retreat that Julian was co-facilitating, which brought so much into my journey. He took me on a journey of diving to explore new subjects and go deeper inside to discover more and more about myself. I went there with curiosity and came out on the other side in wide-open wonder.
It took me years to find a place like Pola's, heartfelt, open, warm, respectful and with Pola as a highly skilled teacher, not afraid to be at her most vulnerable. My heart was opened like never before, and there is really a before and after Pola for me. Shame and guilt disappeared, and self-awareness and surrendering grew amazingly. Wish I had done this in my 20s...!
In this 6-day Tao-Tantra men's retreat, you are invited to come with us on a path of self-exploration, deep healing, and uncovering your true sexual and human potential, to become more authentic, truly present, and loving, a (hu)man who can access newfound states of embodied power and awakened bliss in your daily life.
RETREAT STRUCTURE
Male Sexual Alchemy
- Taoist Sexual Alchemy
- Male Solo Sex Magic
- Tantric Breathwork
Discover the Taoist and Tantric way to harness your sexual energy—instead of just releasing it, learn to circulate and build it for deeper pleasure and vitality. Through energy practices and ancient alchemy you'll balance your hormones, calm your nervous system, and transform this powerful life force into higher awareness and empowerment.
Embodied Relating
- Embodied Relating
- Wheel of Consent
- Non-Violent Communication
- Embodiment Practices
Deepen your relationships by embracing your emotions and needs with confidence. Somatic practices like breathwork, pelvic floor awareness, and mindful movement help you release tension and stay present, fostering authentic connections. Embodied Relating grounds you in your body’s experiences to enhance intimacy with yourself and others.
Healthy Masculinity
- Explore Your True Masculinity
- Shadow Work & Ego Dynamics
- Male Archetypes
Discover your true masculinity by healing emotional wounds and reconnecting with your heart. Through trauma-informed tantra, release fear-based patterns and awaken your innate healing power. Embrace shadow work to uncover unconscious habits and ego dynamics, fostering self-awareness.
Conscious Lover
- Male & Female Polarities
- Conscious Sexuality
- The Art of Conscious Touch
Explore the art of conscious touch and lovemaking through Taoist and Tantric philosophies. Understand male and female polarities and your electromagnetic nature to enhance intimacy.
Learn to move beyond ego-driven patterns in relationships, becoming a conscious lover. By channeling sexual life-force, heal core wounds, relax into a lighter state, and unlock powerful manifestation. Take your first steps toward deep connection and mastery in love.
Here's How to Join
Book your free clarity call
We'll spend 15 minutes discussing your goals and whether this retreat is right for you. No pressure, no sales pitch - just an honest conversation about what you need.
We'll spend 15 minutes discussing your goals and whether this retreat is right for you. No pressure, no sales pitch - just an honest conversation about what you need.
If it feels like a "Good Fit", secure your spot
We'll send you a secure payment link and link to application form to reserve your space. Simple, straightforward, and completely secure.
We'll send you a secure payment link and link to application form to reserve your space. Simple, straightforward, and completely secure.
We will send you your welcome info
We'll send you everything you'll need to know, about accommodation, travel instructions what to pack, and how to prepare for the experience.
We'll send you everything you'll need to know, about accommodation, travel instructions what to pack, and how to prepare for the experience.
Men’s sexual energy has always carried a paradox.
On one hand, it is the raw force of creation—the spark of life itself. On the other, it has too often been feared, shamed, or misused. Unlike women’s sexuality, which is often honoured as sacred, men’s erotic power is frequently misunderstood as something destructive, dangerous, or purely lust-driven.
But here’s the truth: sexual energy is life force. Prana. Chi. It’s the current of vitality flowing through every man. When blocked by stress, shame, or old wounds, it leaves men restless, overthinking, and cut off from their natural strength. When cultivated with awareness, it becomes the gateway to power, presence, creativity, and love.
RETREAT DETAILS
START: Tuesday, 6th January 2026 – 12 pm
END: Sunday, 11th January 2026 – 5 pm
SCHEDULE:
Daily sessions from 10 am to 7 pm with a 2.5-hour lunch break.
Breakfast is served at 9 am, dinner latest at 8 pm.
LANGUAGE:
The retreat will be held in ENGLISH (Translation to GERMAN or PORTUGUESE possible).
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS:
This Tantra retreat is for men only. The approximate number of participants is 16 men. The retreat is trauma-informed and includes intimate practices and shadow work. Nudity is voluntary. – This is an alcohol and drug-free event.
PRICES: The EARLY BIRD prices are valid until 30th November 2025.
*Single Bed Shared Room (Dormitory): EARLY BIRD 1600€ | REGULAR 1900€
*Private Studio: EARLY BIRD 2300€ | REGULAR 2600€
Complete privacy in a studio with a king-size bed, a private bathroom, air conditioning, and floor heating.
*Camping: EARLY BIRD 1200€ | REGULAR 1500€
Choose a beautiful spot in nature on the property for your own tent or van. With access to an outdoor shower, a sustainable compost toilet, and to the shared bathroom in the dormitory.
*Off-Site: Early Bird 1350€ | REGULAR 1650€
If you prefer to book accommodation outside of the Sanctuary
*Low Income (Shared Accommodation): Early Bird 1200€ | REGULAR 1400€
END: Sunday, 11th January 2026 – 5 pm
SCHEDULE:
Daily sessions from 10 am to 7 pm with a 2.5-hour lunch break.
Breakfast is served at 9 am, dinner latest at 8 pm.
LANGUAGE:
The retreat will be held in ENGLISH (Translation to GERMAN or PORTUGUESE possible).
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS:
This Tantra retreat is for men only. The approximate number of participants is 16 men. The retreat is trauma-informed and includes intimate practices and shadow work. Nudity is voluntary. – This is an alcohol and drug-free event.
PRICES: The EARLY BIRD prices are valid until 30th November 2025.
*Single Bed Shared Room (Dormitory): EARLY BIRD 1600€ | REGULAR 1900€
*Private Studio: EARLY BIRD 2300€ | REGULAR 2600€
Complete privacy in a studio with a king-size bed, a private bathroom, air conditioning, and floor heating.
*Camping: EARLY BIRD 1200€ | REGULAR 1500€
Choose a beautiful spot in nature on the property for your own tent or van. With access to an outdoor shower, a sustainable compost toilet, and to the shared bathroom in the dormitory.
*Off-Site: Early Bird 1350€ | REGULAR 1650€
If you prefer to book accommodation outside of the Sanctuary
*Low Income (Shared Accommodation): Early Bird 1200€ | REGULAR 1400€
HELPERS: If you are interested to come as a helper with a price reduction, please let us know with your registration. There are 3 helper spots available.
Helpers are full participants and pay only 1050€ in exchange for helping in the kitchen and with cleaning during the retreat during the breaks.
Extra Nights:
Extra nights are available for 1 day before and after the retreat.
Check-In: 16h / Check-Out: 11h
* Prices per night with/without dinner & breakfast:
Dormitory 50€/35€ | Camping 30€/15€ | Studio 110€/95€
LOCATION:
The Sanctuary, Moncarapacho/Olhão – Algarve, South Portugal (for directions, scroll down)
GETTING THERE:
By Car:
The Sanctuary is situated in the nature park around the Cerro da Cabeça mountain, near Moncarapacho. You will receive a detailed description and the coordinates with your booking.
By Airplane:
The nearest airport is Faro Airport (35km). From the airport, you can take a taxi to our place, or the Faro train station (15 min) to take the train to Fuseta, from where we can pick you up.
By Train:
The nearest train station is in Fuseta (25 min from Faro or 3.5 hours from Lisbon). From there we will pick you up. You can book the train here: www.cp.pt
Helpers are full participants and pay only 1050€ in exchange for helping in the kitchen and with cleaning during the retreat during the breaks.
Extra Nights:
Extra nights are available for 1 day before and after the retreat.
Check-In: 16h / Check-Out: 11h
* Prices per night with/without dinner & breakfast:
Dormitory 50€/35€ | Camping 30€/15€ | Studio 110€/95€
LOCATION:
The Sanctuary, Moncarapacho/Olhão – Algarve, South Portugal (for directions, scroll down)
GETTING THERE:
By Car:
The Sanctuary is situated in the nature park around the Cerro da Cabeça mountain, near Moncarapacho. You will receive a detailed description and the coordinates with your booking.
By Airplane:
The nearest airport is Faro Airport (35km). From the airport, you can take a taxi to our place, or the Faro train station (15 min) to take the train to Fuseta, from where we can pick you up.
By Train:
The nearest train station is in Fuseta (25 min from Faro or 3.5 hours from Lisbon). From there we will pick you up. You can book the train here: www.cp.pt
MEET YOUR FACILITATORS
| POLA VIDA Tantra Teacher I am a Tantra teacher, a Shamanism practitioner, and a Heyoka (Psychic Empath). My journey has been guided by these transformative practices and my gifts as an empath and spiritual therapist. I am fascinated by sensual mastery, the Oneness-Love experience of Tantra and Shamanism, and the power of true (sexual) freedom. I can look back on over 15 years of experience in all kinds of holistic healing therapies, energy work. I offer guidance in sexual healing, self-love, and self-confidence to individuals and couples through spiritual and practical coaching. My passion is to support individuals to radically transform their lives. |
Pola's work is inspirational and life-changing. We start as a group of individuals, and after a few days, we become a team of people who are open to each other but not judgmental and end up as friends. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and knowledge, and love with the world. You are truly a beautiful Goddess and Teacher.
I got to witness profound surrender/release of stuck energy, I realised how much Love wants to move through my hands and that my being thrives in this tantric practice, cultivating higher presence in a profound act of serving, giving and receiving.
JULIAN MARCUS Somatic Sex Educator I am a Certified Somatic Sex Educator, Taoist Sexual Alchemy Mentor and Sex-Coach for Men. My passion is to facilitate and support the joyful embodiment of your healthiest and happiest erotic self and in tune with others. I have helped 100’s of client over the past 25 years as a practitioner specialising in helping men live a more fulfilled sexual life. As a Certified Sexological Bodyworker and Somatic Sex Educator I have a huge passion for expanding men's experience of healthy and fulfilling sexuality which fuels my capacity for working with people through teaching and private practice. I offer a fluid, unique, unified approach in service of erotic growth and integration that supports resilience and joyful sexual embodiment. |
Full of wisdom. Julian is hugely knowledgeable and experienced in a wide variety of topics. He was in his element answering questions from the guys in our men’s circle.
As well as a competent facilitator, teacher and bodyworker I’d also point out that working with him was a pleasure. Organised, clear and responsible.
As well as a competent facilitator, teacher and bodyworker I’d also point out that working with him was a pleasure. Organised, clear and responsible.
I was a participant on a 5 day retreat where Julian was Co Facilitator, and my experience was overwhelmingly positive. He clearly has a depth of wisdom and experiential knowledge around the topic of sexuality and I really loved his warm, playful energy and authentic passion for what he does. He is a creative bright force, showing strong integrity and ethics, bringing his open loving heart to those who have the fortune to receive.
Reserve Your Spot
Imagine this…
Imagine this…
6 months from now, you move differently — grounded, confident, alive.
You’re a better lover, partner, son, and leader — calm, connected, and clear.
People feel your energy. Opportunities open.
Life begins to respond to you.
This isn’t a fantasy. It’s what happens when you awaken your sexual energy
and live fully embodied as a man.
🔥 Early-bird discount available until November 30th.
You’re a better lover, partner, son, and leader — calm, connected, and clear.
People feel your energy. Opportunities open.
Life begins to respond to you.
This isn’t a fantasy. It’s what happens when you awaken your sexual energy
and live fully embodied as a man.
🔥 Early-bird discount available until November 30th.
Reserve Your Spot
Imagine this…
Imagine this…
6 months from now,
you move differently
— grounded, confident, alive.
You’re a better lover, partner,
son, and leader
— calm, connected, and clear.
People feel your energy.
Opportunities open.
Life begins to respond to you.
This isn’t a fantasy.
It’s what happens when you
awaken your sexual energy
and live fully embodied as a man.
🔥 Early-bird discount available until November 30th.
you move differently
— grounded, confident, alive.
You’re a better lover, partner,
son, and leader
— calm, connected, and clear.
People feel your energy.
Opportunities open.
Life begins to respond to you.
This isn’t a fantasy.
It’s what happens when you
awaken your sexual energy
and live fully embodied as a man.
🔥 Early-bird discount available until November 30th.
Julian is extremely gifted at creating and holding a space inviting us all into to true connection and vulnerability with ourselves and others. I felt it was always a space where we can feel free from any judgement. A master on bringing into words our deepest toughs and feelings. I highly recommend working with him.
Julian is an amazingly skilled bodyworker, with a lot of tools. He isn't afraid to dive deep, and his presence is so trustworthy, that it is not difficult to open up to him. He does this with empathy and professionalism. I enjoyed a 7 day private couples retreat with Julian as well as mentoring, coaching and one to one bodywork teachings, I loved all of it.
I was fortunate enough to spend a few sessions working with Pola, and it is no exaggeration to say that the work we did together transformed my life. As a complete beginner, I was admittedly nervous when I first contacted Pola, but then we spoke on the phone and she immediately put me at ease. Likewise, the minute I entered her studio and talked about the session ahead, I felt comfortable and reassured. This work opened my eyes and changed the way I perceive the world – for the better. Unfortunately, I do not live in Portugal, but if I did I would like to work with Pola on a regular basis, as I feel there is still so much I could learn from her. In short – thank you, Pola. For everything.
I had no experience with Tantra. I experienced for the first time what it means to love and let love itself. I was able to reduce the fears of touch and performance that I have as a young man. With more self-love towards myself, I can now be softer with the touches and thus enjoy them all the more. As a group, under Pola’s guidance, we dove into a wonderful world where, for me, the boundaries of age and gender dissolved. I began to perceive my fellow human beings more and more as sentient beings. A big thank you to Pola for your great commitment during the intensive days of the course!
CONTACT
telegram: https:/t.me/polavida
mobile: +351 920 307 851 (signal, WhatsApp)
mobile: +351 920 307 851 (signal, WhatsApp)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The retreat is in English, but you don’t need perfect English. We can provide translation to Portuguese or German if needed.
No experience with Tantra or Taoist practices is required. Just come with an open mind and a desire to connect with the retreat’s themes. If you already have some previous work done, even better, your experience in the retreat will be deeper.
All men are welcome! Participants are usually aged 25 to 65 and come from all over the world. What connects everyone is a willingness to grow and become a better version of themselves, regardless of cultural differences.
This retreat is for men only and is alcohol- and drug-free.
ABOUT THE RETREAT
Shadow or ego work is the practice of exploring and understanding the hidden or unconscious parts of yourself: the thoughts, feelings, or behaviours you might push away or ignore because they feel uncomfortable, shameful, or painful. These are often things like fears, insecurities, or past traumas that you don’t want to face.
We will guide you gently to become aware of these hidden parts so you can grow into a more authentic and present version of yourself.
We will guide you gently to become aware of these hidden parts so you can grow into a more authentic and present version of yourself.
Everything at the retreat is optional, and you choose your level of participation. Nudity is not required. For some practices, you can wear as much or as little clothing as you’re comfortable with.
We’ll work with sexual energy, chakra energy, and kundalini energy in a safe way. Any sexual practices will be solo, and you can choose to do them privately or with the group.
Tantra and Taoism are often misunderstood as being only about sex. In truth, they focus on combining love, presence, and life force energy, including sexual energy, to unlock your full potential.
We’ll work with sexual energy, chakra energy, and kundalini energy in a safe way. Any sexual practices will be solo, and you can choose to do them privately or with the group.
Tantra and Taoism are often misunderstood as being only about sex. In truth, they focus on combining love, presence, and life force energy, including sexual energy, to unlock your full potential.
All practices are an invitation and you are to be in full choice at all times. We’ll encourage you to find a balance between respecting your boundaries and gently stepping outside your comfort zone to support your growth and healing.
Some exercises may involve non-sexual physical contact, but these are always optional.
Each day, we’ll have sharing circles where you can ask questions and discuss your experiences to ensure you process and integrate what you’ve learned.
We aim to co-create a safe feeling and confidential space with mutual respect, where everything shared stays within the group. Teachers are always available for emotional support, please feel free to reach out anytime.
We aim to co-create a safe feeling and confidential space with mutual respect, where everything shared stays within the group. Teachers are always available for emotional support, please feel free to reach out anytime.
Yes! We offer group calls for integration after the retreat. Julian and Pola also provide individual programs for those who want to continue and deepen their journey.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
We have limited spots, so the application helps us ensure participants are fully committed to their growth. We prioritise quality over quantity and limit the retreat to 16 men to provide the best experience.
- All group activities and workshops
- Private guidance and integration support from facilitators
- Vegan/vegetarian breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Snacks and drinks like water, tea, and coffee
- A cosy shared room with a sea view (shared with 2-3 others)
- Option to camp privately in peaceful nature
- Limited private accommodation options
- Access to the swimming pool
- Access to beautiful nature and hiking trails around the venue
- Private guidance and integration support from facilitators
- Vegan/vegetarian breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Snacks and drinks like water, tea, and coffee
- A cosy shared room with a sea view (shared with 2-3 others)
- Option to camp privately in peaceful nature
- Limited private accommodation options
- Access to the swimming pool
- Access to beautiful nature and hiking trails around the venue
Flights, train, or bus tickets, and transportation to/from the airport or train station are not included.
If you’re on a tight schedule, plan to arrive the morning of the retreat or the evening before. Depart the evening of the last day or the morning after. The first session starts at 2 PM, and the last session ends at 4 PM.
You can arrive one day before or stay one night after the retreat. Please mention this in your application, or contact us after booking confirmation.
We’ll send detailed directions to confirmed attendees closer to the retreat date, including contacts for trusted cab drivers and a Telegram group to connect with other participants for ride-sharing.
Daily sessions run from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM with a 2.5-hour lunch break. Breakfast is at 9:00 AM, and dinner is served by 8:00 PM. Some days may include evening events or morning activities like Chi Kung or Kundalini meditation.
To secure your spot, a 30% non-refundable deposit is required and you need to complete your payment at least 3 weeks before the retreat starts.
If you cancel: Cancellations must be sent by email. No refunds are given within 21 days of the retreat unless someone else takes your spot. Please read the Terms & Conditions for details.
If we cancel: If the retreat is cancelled for any reason, you’ll receive a full refund.
If you cancel: Cancellations must be sent by email. No refunds are given within 21 days of the retreat unless someone else takes your spot. Please read the Terms & Conditions for details.
If we cancel: If the retreat is cancelled for any reason, you’ll receive a full refund.