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Men of Earth Retreats

Transformational experiences that change lives. Join our next LV1 retreat: 12 to 15 November 2026, South Wales, UK. For men ready to enter the circle, meet the shadow, reveal what's real, and move beyond the internal barriers that hold them back.

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Are you ready to take ownership, step into leadership and build deeper connections?

Collectively, men are realising what is needed and required of them at this time: to step up and into the fires of transformation. To face generations of trauma and create new pathways in their own lives, whilst calling in a brotherhood that will enliven a fulfilling mission.

What this work gives you

  • Feel emotionally empowered. Learn to process and express your emotions in a healthy and grounded way.
  • Have clarity and direction. Gain a clear understanding of your life's purpose and values, and how to align your actions with them.
  • Build strong connections. Develop deeper, more authentic relationships with yourself and with other men who support your growth.
  • Set clear boundaries. Learn to communicate your needs and set boundaries that honour your time, energy and emotions.
  • Reclaim playfulness and presence. Tap into your inner child and bring more fun, creativity and freedom back into your life.
  • Be part of a brotherhood. A network of like-minded men who support you, learn from you and grow with you.

The LV1 retreat

LV1 Retreat

Our foundational retreat, for men ready to enter the circle, meet the shadow, reveal what's real, and move beyond the internal barriers that hold them back.

12 to 15 November 2026, South Wales, UK

  • £850 Earlybird
  • £1,050 First Release
  • £1,250 Second Release

Payment plans are available. Book a call if you'd like to talk one through.

View or download the retreat brochure (PDF)

How to secure your place

1. Talk first, if you'd like. Book a free call to ask your questions and see if the retreat is right for you. This is optional.

Book a Free Call

2. Pay the deposit to secure your place. The deposit is what holds your space. You don't need a call afterwards to confirm it.

Pay the deposit to secure your place

Your deposit is fully refundable if, on a call, either of us decides not to go ahead.

What you receive

Physical pillar

This retreat brings you back into the intelligence of your body. Through movement, play, dance and embodiment practices, you reconnect with vitality and strength. Nourishing food and a deep relationship with the land help your system settle, while breath-led grounding helps regulate your energy. You'll also have space for rest and recovery, so your body can integrate the work with ease.

Emotional pillar

You are guided into safe emotional expression and release. Heart-opening breathwork, energetic clearing and structured sharing circles create a container where grief, anger, joy and vulnerability can move freely. You'll learn tools for emotional regulation, and build self-awareness and trust in your own inner landscape, meeting yourself with honesty and compassion.

Mental pillar

Your understanding of self, pattern and purpose is expanded through clear frameworks and teachings. Masculine and feminine energetic education offers insight into the forces shaping your actions and relationships. Reflection practices, journalling prompts and guided inquiry help you recognise conditioning, shift limiting beliefs and find deeper mental clarity.

Relational pillar

Transformation is amplified in community. With trained facilitators guiding you, you practise communication, boundaries and presence. Group processes and trust-building exercises cultivate brotherhood, honest feedback and relational integrity, strengthening your capacity to lead, connect and hold yourself accountable within a group of men committed to growth.

Spiritual pillar

Ritual and ceremony open the door to a connection with something larger than the everyday mind. Time with the land, moments of stillness and guided inner listening invite a deeper sense of meaning and belonging, nurturing intuition and reverence, so you can meet the retreat as both a personal and spiritual initiation.

Event details

  • 60 minute intention call before the event
  • A pre-event email to support and align with your focus and intention
  • One month free subscription to the Men of Earth Inner Circle
  • 2 hour integration call after the retreat
  • Accommodation in a farmhouse, 3 nights, Thursday to Sunday
  • Organic, local and fresh meals every day

What the men say

I found Chris to be truly inspirational and so passionate about everything he teaches, and from our first engagement I felt at ease and was able to be my true self.

Peter Thomas

Men of Earth is an open and accepting container that allowed me to explore and connect with all parts of myself.

Carl Day

This work will change your life. If you are feeling called to make changes, to have community, to heal parts of you that no longer are serving you, please do it.

Luke Jillings

A message from Chris

Chris Geisler

Thank you for being here. I'm grateful you're taking a moment to read this as I try to express what these experiences truly hold. My own path into this work began over a decade ago, shaped by challenge, devotion, and a deep commitment to becoming the man I needed to be. Stepping into the unknown has been the catalyst for every major shift in my life, and it's often the doorway to real change.

These retreats are special. They are curated with a lot of intention, and not everyone who applies will get the opportunity to come. That is vital to creating a container that has the best chance of transformation.

I have dedicated the last decade to this work, so that we can call each other back to sovereignty and leadership. If you are ready to become the man you know you can be, then let's go.

Chris Geisler, founder of Men of Earth, men's coach and trauma-informed facilitator

Your co-facilitator

Vaughan Dagnell facilitating at a Men of Earth retreat

Vaughan Dagnell brings a grounded, intuitive presence to his work as a facilitator. He is an Embodied Resilience Practitioner and Conscious Connected Breathwork Facilitator, working with somatic experiencing and central nervous system regulation. He is trained in Non-Violent Communication, and spent more than two years working in alcohol and substance use recovery, facilitating support groups and working one to one with people during periods of deep challenge, transition and growth.

Nobody benefits when you play small

It can be a lonely process when you are ready to step into the man you know you can be. There is a period of time that every man who wants to become more will face, and that is the time alone: for letting go, for transitioning, for standing for more and creating new standards for himself.

Becoming the man you're meant to be will cost you the boy who needed to be liked. Your friendships will change, but you will deepen the ones that truly matter. You will draw closer to men who are walking the same path, who call you higher, who hold you accountable, and who recognise the man you're becoming. That can be the price of building something great.

Questions

Do I need prior experience?

No prior experience is required. If you are new to this work, we will decide together on the call whether this space is right for you. Our retreats are designed to meet men exactly where they are. Whether you are new to personal development and group work or have years of experience, all practices and processes are guided with clarity and support, so you can take part at your own pace.

We recommend doing LV1 before LV2, but that is up to you.

How are privacy and confidentiality handled?

Your personal experience and anything you share is treated with strict confidentiality. Participants agree to a shared standard: what is spoken in the space stays in the space. No stories, names or personal disclosures are carried outside the group without explicit consent.

What are the code of conduct and behavioural expectations?

Confidentiality. What is said and seen here stays here. You do not have permission to tell another person's story, inside or outside of the container.

We take photos and videos of our trainings to (a) normalise people doing the work and expressing emotions, (b) promote Men of Earth so we can impact more people positively, and (c) because people often love having something to remember the experience. If you do not want to be filmed at any point, tell our media team and they will avoid filming you. We will also check before posting anything vulnerable on social media.

Honesty. The more honest you are with yourself and others, the more you will get out of this training. Being honest can be challenging and confronting. We invite you to meet that edge, and to avoid being hard on yourself if in some areas it takes time. If something is worrying or concerning you, reach out to one of the core facilitator team. Do not hold it.

Ownership. Take ownership of your thoughts, words and actions and the impact they have on you, others and the land. Speak with "I" statements, especially when expressing thoughts and feelings. If an issue arises with someone in the container, take ownership of solving it in a kind, compassionate and clear way. If you need support, raise it with one of the core facilitator team.

Integrity. We do not accept racism, homophobia, misogyny or any type of prejudice in our containers. However, this work is here to support the growth of the people in it, so if these are present and participants are open to exploring held beliefs, it is important we hold space for that.

No sex with self or others for the duration of the training. We ask you to hold the energy we are cultivating, individually and collectively (this also applies to couples). No drugs or alcohol for the duration of the training. No psychoactive plant medicines for the duration of the training. If you use non-psychoactive plants such as Hapeh or Mambe, we ask that you use them alone and in private, not in the open container. Leave the land better than you found it: tidy up after yourself, and be helpful and proactive in holding a sacred space.

Consent. We are creating a container where human connection can flow freely and naturally. At the same time, we ask everyone to use self-awareness when it comes to consent. For example, if someone has had a process, ask whether they want to talk about it before opening up a conversation, because they may want time to integrate. Check in before touching or embracing someone if you think they may not want it in that moment.

Expression. We invite you to lean into your true and full expression with your voice, movement and emotions during the container. We are all unique and from different backgrounds. We ask you to accept other people's expression as much as your own.

What emotional or psychological support is available if things get intense?

The retreat is facilitated by experienced practitioners skilled in holding emotional processes, somatic work and grounded support. If strong emotions arise, you will be met with care, guidance and options for stepping out, receiving 1:1 presence, or finding regulation. You are never required to push beyond your limits.

Every participant is sent a mandatory form beforehand, so we understand where everyone is emotionally, mentally and physically.

What is your approach to diversity and inclusion?

Men from all backgrounds, identities and life experiences are welcome. The environment is held with openness, respect and cultural sensitivity. The focus is on shared humanity, with an understanding that each participant's path and story are unique.

What type of accommodation is provided?

You will be sharing a room unless you require private space. Please speak to the team when you book. The rooms are comfortable and designed to support rest and reflection.

What will the day-to-day schedule look like?

Each day blends structured sessions with spacious time for rest, integration and personal reflection. We do not reveal the schedule unless it is asked for, because it is important for us to change it as we see fit as the retreat unfolds.

The schedule is intentional but not overwhelming. You will always have space to decompress and integrate.

How many men will be there?

To ensure depth, safety and personal attention, spaces are limited and not everyone who applies will join. Groups are intentionally kept small enough to maintain intimacy while still benefiting from collective energy. Expect 10 to 12 men in total.

How do you handle photography, mobile phones and internet use?

To protect the integrity of the container and deepen presence, while respecting confidentiality:

  • Our media team will document the experience, honouring the needs of participants should they arise.
  • No content will be shared publicly without consent.
  • Facilitators will also take some photography and filming.
  • Phone use is discouraged and may be restricted to designated times or areas.
  • Participants are invited into a temporary digital detox to support full immersion.
  • Any exceptions will be communicated clearly.
What happens if I need to cancel? What is the refund policy?

Refund policy. Payment for a ticket may be eligible for a partial refund if cancelled under the following terms. If you cancel 30 days or more before the beginning of the event, Men of Earth will refund the payment. After that, refunds are considered case by case, and the participant is not entitled to a refund.

If it is less than 30 days, we will do our best to transfer your place to another man, and you will receive a full refund minus an admin charge of £50.

Cancellation policy. If the event is cancelled due to weather, emergencies or anything else unforeseen, participants will receive a full refund.

Is there any follow-up or integration afterwards?

Yes. Integration is essential. Participants are offered optional follow-up support, including a 2 hour group call, a community check-in and resources to help bring insights into daily life. The intention is to make sure the work continues beyond the retreat.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes, we do. Book a call before you pay if you'd like to talk one through.

Can't make the dates?

Send us a message and we will update you on future retreats and workshops: connect@menofearth.co.uk

Retreat plus 1:1 coaching

Pair a retreat with your coaching for a combined investment.

4 month program

  • 4 months of 1:1 coaching
  • A retreat (LV1 or LV2)
  • 6 months in the Inner Circle
  • Ongoing support

Total value £5,550.

£4,500

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8 month program

  • 8 months of 1:1 coaching
  • A retreat (LV1 or LV2)
  • 12 months in the Inner Circle
  • Ongoing support

Total value £8,670.

£7,500

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Stop pretending you don't want more

Book a Free Call

A 45 minute call to connect on our LV1 and LV2 retreats.

Ready to secure your place? Pay the deposit. You don't need a call afterwards to confirm it. The deposit is fully refundable if, on a call, either of us decides not to go ahead.

Questions? connect@menofearth.co.uk

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