Come with André Kraft to CASA RISA – Men only Resort at the Algave in Portugal. This Workshop is aimed at men who would like to get to know Tantra and Bodywork: You only need to be willing to engage in processes with a group of openminded guys.
In 5 days (4 Nights) Andre will offer you a series of workshops, aimed at men who would like to get to know Tantra and tantric Bodywork. We will be doing in total 20 hours Yoga, Massages and Bodywork (incl. a night temple ritual). There will also be time to dicover the nearby beaches. An optional boat-trip can be arranged.
Bears&Friends are welcome to this body positive retreat. Discover in a group with open-minded guys the world of good energy and sexual vibration. Expand and liberate what is inside you.
We stay in the beautiful men-only & closing optional guesthouse Casa Risa/Algave with Sauna and Jacuzzi. You might get a special rate if you want to stay longer.
You organize the trip yourself – André will be happy to guide you with your travel plans. Casa Risa is connected via the Airports of Faro (1 hr.), Seville (3 hrs.) and Lisboa (4 Hrs.).
Arrival on Friday May 17th 2024, then 5 Days of Workshops, departure ist Tuesday May 21th 2024 after Breakfast. 4 Nights in a shared Double-room Earlybird Price till 31rd December 2023: 620€, afterwards 820€ 4 Nights in a single Occupation Earlybird Price till 31rd December 2023: 930€, afterwards 1130€
Come with André Kraft on a journey to Los Caños de Meca on the Andalusian Atlantic coast. There you can expect a varied exercise and relaxation programme and plenty of time to recover.
André offers you a 2-hour workshop every day for your well-being: Yin Yoga, Pilates, Pranayama, Oriental Bodywork, Meditation, Rituals and Tantric Bodywork.
Besides the programme, there is time for sightseeing: Cadiz, Tarifa and the white villages nearby invite you to visit them. Very close to the house is a small gay beach and directly in front of our door is the nature reserve La Breña – ideal for hiking tours.
Our holiday home with spectacular garden and private access to the sea offers space for up to 10 people in four rooms. A daily brunch is included in the workshop price, we prepare it together. For the evening, there are restaurants in the immediate vicinity. If we feel like it, we can also cook ourselves in the well-equipped kitchen.
You organise your own travel – André will be happy to help you with the travel arrangements. Jerez airport is 60 minutes away by car. The airports of Seville (2 hours) and Malaga (3 hours) are also within easy reach. A rental car is recommended.
Arrival on Saturday 25.5.2024, departure on Saturday 1.6.2024 after breakfast. 7 nights in a shared double room incl. breakfast Early bird rate until 31.12.2023: 750€ per person, thereafter 950€. Single accommodation on request.
Friday, July 12th 2024 (start 19:00) until Sunday, July 14th 2024 (end approx. 2 p.m.)
On this weekend we want to play with touch, experience intimacy and celebrate hugs through the methods of Tantra Kaula: Breathing exercises, meditations, ATKY (Ancient Tantra Kriya Yoga), rituals and meditations. The healing power of intimacy, touch & embrace is so important.
You don’t need any previous experience, just be open to embarking on this journey in a group with wonderful men. Workshop times for the days: Fri 19-22h, Sat 11-19h, Sun 11-14h (incl. break).
The cost contribution is 240 euros and includes entry to the BOILER on all days. Towels are available on site for the workshop and sauna visit.
Please bring your own: Writing materials, comfortable shorts and T-shirts; a blindfold – or a triangular cloth to close your eyes and a sarong/wrap (approx. 140 x 90).
The number of participants is limited to 12 men! Information & registration directly to André via the contact form on his website www.andrekraft.com or per mail to andre@andrekraft.com
August 2024
02 - 07 August
18:00 - 14:00
Sommer-Retreat 2024
Sommer-Retreat 2024
A Sexpositive Open Space for Male Intimacy
Friday, August 2nd 2024 (Start at 18:00h) till Wednesday, August 7th (Ending around 14:00h) Stiftung Akademie Waldschlösschen D-37130 Reinhausen near Göttingen Hosted by Tim Vogler and André Kraft
Intimacy, as a cultural and social gift, often faces numerous reservations, which, unsurprisingly, are mostly prevalent among men. Many men are trapped in the notion that intimacy between men is unmanly and that expressed sexuality among men remains a significant taboo. As a result, they miss out on the opportunities that could arise from adopting a different perspective on relationships among men. We firmly believe that men possess the ability to handle their own masculinity and sexuality with love. We invite you to this retreat at Waldschlösschen near Göttingen to experience how shared intimacy and closeness can be cultivated among men.
Here, you have the opportunity to reconsider entrenched behaviors regarding masculinity and give more space to your authentic self. You will encounter other men who approach each other with mindfulness, love, and a willingness to share their true needs.
Our essential tools during these days are empathy, openness, and curiosity. We continuously explore how we can create an open and safe space for our emotions, words, and touches using these qualities. We consciously refrain from adhering to a fixed program in order to allow for spontaneous connections.
You can use these days to discover what you desire in terms of closeness and connection with other men. Possible activities include hiking, massage, cuddling, yoga, discussion circles, dancing, laughter, tears, painting, singing, playing games, sauna, and swimming in the nearby reservoir. You are welcome to simply enjoy your time or actively contribute your talents to the group – we would be thrilled if you would like to offer and facilitate a suitable activity. Of course, you are also free to just have fun with us and the group! Ultimately, you decide what feels right for you. However, it would be wonderful if you were generally open to nudity, shared intimacy, and touch.
To better understand you and your expectations, we invite you to a brief Skype or Zoom conversation after your registration. Please allocate approximately 30 minutes for this.
The Waldschlösschen is nestled in the Reinhäuser Forest, near a small stream, and is often referred to as the “queer Hogwarts.” The premises exude their own charm and provide ample opportunities to explore intimacy within the group.
Accommodation will be in twin rooms with private bathrooms. Upon request and for an additional fee, single rooms may be available. The house will provide us with delicious, predominantly vegetarian and vegan meals for four times a day.
The regular participation fee for these five exciting days is 485 euros. If you have sufficient income, we would appreciate it if you could contribute a support fee of 585 euros. This support fee enables us to offer reduced-price or free spots to men with lower incomes. If your income does not allow you to pay this amount, please contact us. Your participation will not be hindered by financial constraints (NOTAFLOF).
For the first time, the retreat will take place in cooperation with the Waldschlösschen. The binding registration will therefore take place via the Waldschlösschen webpage:
September 25th 2024 (Early arrival from “Time for you” from 16:00h) September 26th 2024 (Start at 18:30h) till September 29th 2024 (Ending around 12:00h) Mühlenhof Jochmann D-15324 Letschin
We will meet in a wonderful place at the ODERBRUCH countryside (aprox. 2 hrs from Berlin). The property is a three-sided farm, the former miller’s farm. Two farm buildings were converted for seminars. There is a fireplace and a sauna in an old construction trailer.
The Mühlenhof is simply equipped has a total of maximum 20 beds in several three- and four-bed accommodations, common rooms, campfire and sauna. If necessary, there is also the possibility of camping. There is great vegetarian food – we would have to take care of our beverages ourselves.
We are consciously foregoing a fixed programme in order to create free space for encounters. You can use the days for yourself, together with other men, to find out what we missed in connection with a community of other man. We will call out for ideas and are thankful if you have a talent which you can share with the group. In addition of course, you can just enjoy yourself and have a good time!
Possible activities could be: Hiking, massage, cuddling, yoga, heart circle, dancing, laughing, crying, painting, playing – and anything else you can offer to the group by yourself. To participate, you should be open to nudity, shared intimacy and touch.
It is a donation based event – for accommodation and catering please calculate 180 Euros and 60 Euros for organisation costs. If you can not afford that amount please get in touch with us for a scholarship (NOTAFLOF)!
For our gatherings we will offen an early arrival on Wednesday from 16:00. So you have an additional day for yourself to arrive, slow down and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere at Andree’s farm. The common meeting starts on Thursday from 18:30 with a common dinner.
