The problem we are trying to solve

The world is facing deep ecological, social, and spiritual crises—stemming from unsustainable development, loss of connection to nature, and trauma that has impacted generations. Communities are disconnected, and many people suffer from unresolved birth trauma, disempowered relationships, and a lack of meaningful connection to the Earth. These issues prevent us from creating the regenerative lifestyles needed to thrive in harmony with the planet.

The main barrier is the lack of accessible spaces that integrate regenerative living practices and deep healing work. Many retreats only focus on either the spiritual or practical side of healing, but not both. The challenge is creating a space where these can converge—where people can heal from trauma, learn how to create sustainable communities, and engage in personal and planetary regeneration. Additionally, funding is needed to make these resources and experiences available to more people, ensuring that participation is not limited to only those with financial means.

The solution we are offering:

The  Hawaii Embodied Regeneration Retreat   is an 8-week transformative experience in an eco-village, designed to foster regeneration on personal, community, and planetary levels. Over 8 weeks, the retreat offers practical knowledge in eco-village development, permaculture, and regenerative systems, alongside personal growth through song and dance, birthing practices, and Indigenous spiritual teachings. This retreat equips individuals with the knowledge, experience and network to lead regenerative lifestyles that support thriving ecosystems, professions and communities.

Our solution is simple:   create a space immersed in nature where participants can harmonize with nature, heal their bodies, professionally network and transform with like-minded individuals. The eco-village itself is a regenerative paradise, powered by solar energy, with rain-caught water, composting toilets, and a wood-burning hot tub and watsu pool filled with ocean spring water. A clothing-optional sanctuary, it is abundant with fruits harvested from the land, where meals are shared and lovingly prepared by retreatants in the Kuleana scholarship program. By combining personal healing with ecological and community regeneration, this retreat empowers participants to co-create a harmonious future with the Earth.

Imagine incubating, regenerating, creating, and celebrating within a dynamic and vibrant community in an ocean-side eco-village. Every morning, rising naturally with the sun and jungle bird songs, following the sound of crashing waves to private mermaid pools just a minute's walk away. Returning for community meditation and freshly squeezed orange juice, made from trees growing on the land. Sweet and tangy papayas fall abundantly from the trees, alongside the ancient mango grove and wild, night-blooming jasmine outside your bedroom door. After a day of enticing, engaging, and expanding somatic and intellectual education, soaking in a wood-burning hot tub filled with pure spring water under a brilliant, star-filled sky—untainted by city lights and sounds. Imagine awakening your body with tribal drum lessons, voice activation, and singing circles, with mud under your nails from a day immersed in permaculture projects. Feel your muscles strengthen as you swim in the ocean with wild dolphins, walk barefoot across the community's land, and traverse jungle trail hikes and volcanic peaks. Discover which parts of your identity and past you're ready to release for simplicity, authenticity, and total inner regeneration. Find value and richness in the texture of time expanded and health revitalized. This is what one week living in paradise will do for your life—imagine what an entire two months could bring to your reality and beyond.

Brief breakdown of each week:

Week 1: Awaken the Body, Harmonize the Spirit: Sound Healing & Somatic Transformation

Sunday, January 26th - Saturday, February 1st

Participants will experience sound healing, voice activation, and somatic practices designed to attune the body and spirit. Through ecstatic dance, sonic meditations, and group rituals, they will connect deeply with themselves and the community. Renown musicians will offer sound baths, ceremonial drumming, and workshops on creative self-expression, fostering a holistic connection to the Earth and each other. (teaching shown here Porangui from winter 2024 workshop)

Meet the Collaborator: Hope Medford is a Hawaii-based musician, artist, and co-founder of ManaFest, recognized for her international tours as the percussionist for Nahko and Medicine for the People, as well as her work in women's empowerment and holistic health through birth education, art, and community-building rhythm workshops. Mana Fest's headlining performers and workshop facilitators from all over the world will join us to curate a private, one of a kind experience just for our gathering. (pending)

Week 2: Rebirth & Renewal: Orgasmic Birthing and Healing Generational Trauma

Sunday, February 2nd - Saturday, February 8th

In affiliation with Birth Into Being and facilitated by guest teacher Elena Tonetti-Vladimirova, this week focuses on healing birth trauma through Orgasmic Birthing methods , emphasizing emotional clearing and prenatal bonding. Participants will learn transformative birthing techniques, including water birthing, and visit a renowned birthing center that models gentle, holistic birthing practices. This immersive experience will empower participants to release trauma from conception and reconnect with their innate power to create life.

Meet the Instructor: Elena Tonetti-Vladimirova, founder and Director of Birth Into Being, is a pioneering leader in Conscious Evolution, with over 40 years of experience, including her work in Russia's Conscious Birth Movement, creating birth camps with wild dolphins, leading business management seminars that influenced socioeconomic shifts in the USSR, contributing to Citizen Diplomacy efforts that helped end the Cold War, and being featured in the U.N.-sponsored book A Force Such as the World Has Never Known alongside 30 global women leaders.

Week 3: Building the Future: Eco-Community Development & Spiritual Sustainability

Sunday, February 9th - Saturday, February 15th

In affiliation with Holos and facilitated by guest teacher Ian Michael Herbert, participants will explore regenerative design, permaculture, and eco-friendly infrastructure during visits to established eco-villages. Through hands-on workshops, they will learn how to create self-sustaining communities based on resource-sharing, spiritual balance, and environmental stewardship. This week offers practical tools for designing or joining intentional eco-communities focused on resilience and regeneration.

Meet the Instructor: Ian-Michael Hébert is a co-founder and CEO of Holos, an organization creating holistic wellness centers that integrate personal transformation, ecological stewardship, and leadership development. He was previously the Director of Projects at the renowned Esalen Institute in Big Sur, where he played a key role in expanding the campus and mission. With a background in eco-resort design and a master's degree in Counseling Psychology, Ian-Michael has facilitated numerous transformational retreats worldwide, focusing on community, sustainability, and psychedelic therapies. Holos, with its first center in Costa Rica, bridges ancient wisdom with modern wellness practices

Week 4: Regenerating the Earth: Climate Solutions & Cultural Innovation

Sunday, February 16th- Saturday, February 22nd

This week immerses participants in regenerative climate solutions through field trips to permaculture sites and renewable energy projects. Hands-on workshops will explore the integration of technology and nature, with a focus on regenerative farming, clean energy, and community resilience. Participants will leave equipped with actionable strategies to implement climate solutions in their own lives and communities.

Meet the Instructors:

​Chad Frischmann is co-creator of Project Drawdown and the Founder and CEO of Regenerative Intelligence (RegenIntel), a global network of system thinkers focused on building a regenerative economy prioritizing human and planetary well-being. With over 20 years of experience in sustainability and climate strategy, Chad designs and implements solutions that address root causes of global challenges, creating broad, positive impacts for all life.

Mamta Mehra is RegenIntel Co-Founder of RegenIntel & Lead with a focus on Land Use and Oceans. She is a n expert on nature-based solutions, and has served as the Research Director of the Global Council for Science and the Environment, and Sr Fellow at Project Drawdown. RegenIntel is superpowered by a network of world class system thinkers and doers and a virtuous cycle of Regenerative Intelligence. They activate leaders and organizations through consultative services, education & training, and community building to effectively implement the highest impact systems of regenerative and climate solutions for the planet and people at scale. Our shared vision is transitioning from an endless growth economy to a regrowth economy based on abundance and well-being for all life.

Week 5: Unlock the Island’s Secrets: Visionary Play and Adventure Exploration

Sunday, February 23rd - Saturday, March 1st

Through adventure-based activities, participants will explore the island’s natural wonders while engaging in visionary games designed to inspire magical living. We’ll trek through the jungle, swim in hidden waterfalls, and participate in challenges that foster creativity and collaboration. This week of exploration will help participants reverse engineer new ideas for building regenerative futures through playful, team-oriented experiences.

Meet the Collaborator: Lucian Tarnowski is a visionary systems change designer and the Founding Creator of  United Planet  and the  UP Game. The UP Game is an innovative, time-traveling immersive reality experience that enables participants to create strategies and narratives for a thriving future. He is recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum and, with a background in building online communities, Lucian's work focuses on unifying planetary narratives to address the global crises of meaning and trust.

Week 6: Rhythm of the Earth: Tribal Drumming, Elemental Song & Dance

Sunday, March 2nd- Saturday, March 8th

This week will focus on the healing power of rhythm and movement, with workshops on tribal drumming and elemental storytelling hosted by Chris Berry and the Bana Kuma. Participants will learn to use music and dance as tools to communicate with the elements and Spirits of the earth. The week culminates in a live community performance, celebrating the power of sound and movement as a means of collective expression and harmony with nature.

Meet the Instructor: Chris Berry is a Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist known for mastering African music, particularly the mbira and ngoma drums. Over two decades, he fused traditional African rhythms with modern genres through his band Panjea, which achieved platinum success in Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Berry, who spent eight years in Zimbabwe studying Shona music, has performed globally, including at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, and collaborated with artists like Eminem and Bill Kreutzmann. He has taught at prestigious institutions like Berklee College of Music and Stanford University and founded the Bana Kuma music retreat in Hawaii, emphasizing music as a tool for healing and cultural connection​

Week 7: Wisdom of the Ancestors: Indigenous Hawaiian Teachings & Sacred Ceremonies

Sunday, March 9th- Saturday, March 15th

Participants will connect with Indigenous Hawaiian wisdom through sacred ceremonies and visits to sacred sites. Guided by Hawaiian Priests and cultural practitioners, they will engage in ancient practices that honor the land and its spiritual significance. Teachings will focus on maintaining harmony with nature, offering participants a deeper understanding of how to live in a reciprocal relationship with the Earth.

Meet the Ceremonialists: Local Kumus and Hawaiian Indigenous Elders, Coming Soon...

Week 8: Guided by Elders: Vision Integration & Co-Creation for the Future

Sunday, March 16th- Saturday, March 22nd

In the final week, participants will learn from elders who have shaped global movements for peace for decades. Through storytelling and collaborative discussions, they will help us integrate the insights gained from the retreat and co-create visions for future projects. This week focuses on applying the lessons learned to roadmap reciprocal and collaborative next steps. This week is Spring Equinox, a ceremony will be held. 

Spaciousness for Professional & Personal Projects & Cocreation

Hawaii Eco Retreat has strong, consistent WIFI across the property. There is a large digital co working space available at all hours, as well as a small enclosed private office space which can be reserved in advance for zoom calls and private meetings. Additionally, the dining lanai has large day beds and tables perfect for working outdoors and while maintaining light social activity. 

We are intentionally gathering professionally and impact driven individuals so that this retreat can serve as an organic incubator. We provide top class teachers, facilities, healthy meals, and ample inspiration for every person to accelerate their unique passion- whether that be filming and launching a digital course about the intersection of dance and permaculture, or  bringing their small team to compile data into AI systems to strategically network and enhance food and water sovereignty efforts on a global level. 

The point is to create work-life balance, immersed in nature alongside high value individuals who share similar core values and are moving the needle in complimentary zones of genius. Imagine the acceleration that occurs at weekend conferences and intentional gatherings, now turn that into a sustainable lifestyle and see how the unexpected informs your work and passion projects. Let nature be a part of your creation process, by immersing yourself in an eco retreat environment, naturally you will develop a new perspective that's closer to the ground and in consideration of the joys found in simplicity. 

Why Hawaii: Rainbow Tribes and the Path to Harmony:

Hawaii is a land of rainbows; truly, there's a double rainbow sighting most days, arching across the blue sky and reflected in puddles from light, warm rains. This rainbow is symbolic of the Hopi Prophecy, foretelling the Rainbow Warriors—groups of diverse people from all walks of life who unite despite their diversity to heal the Earth and restore the balance between humanity and nature. People of all races, cultures, and spiritual beliefs will come together—as we are now—breaking down divisions and working in harmony. Our unity, symbolized by the Hawaiian rainbows, is woven by a recognition of the interconnectedness of all life as we work together toward regenerating the planet's ecosystems. It is a collective return to love, respect, and stewardship. The medicine is the reflection found within community, within co-creating and regenerating ourselves to bring balance and healing to the world as we each do our part to be responsible guides in a time of chaos, environmental degradation, greed, social isolation, and division—and into an era of harmony.

Create Lasting Impact:

By supporting the  Hawaii Embodied Regeneration Retreat , you are empowering a gathering that will spark transformative change. Your contribution makes it possible for participants to heal, learn, and return to their communities and professions equipped to lead regenerative initiatives. Your support fuels a ripple effect of community, cooperation and resiliency that will touch every part of the world and countless lives as participants return home and travel, becoming the beacon of regeneration and possibility themselves as they integrate the experience into their work, home, family and community. 

Become a Partner

Partners who support with $20k or more will receive:

• 5% return with the repayment of initial investment
• Gain access to a refined global network of visionary leaders, spiritual teachers, healers, and innovators and step through hidden doorways into transformative connections. Our trusted stewards guide you into circles of influence rich with opportunities for collaboration, co-creation, and global partnerships—ensuring you become a key player in the evolving story of regeneration and global transformation.
• One Day of Magic : Marly will guide you into a day out of time, one on one, into the portals and mystery of the island- inaccessible to all tourists and most locals. Experience complete surrender, bliss and magic. Share your wishes, and watch what unfolds…
• 1:1 Visionary Alignment Sessions : Dive into a personalized consultation with a world-class healer or psychic to explore your life’s deeper purpose. Whether you’re navigating career shifts, personal transformation, or seeking spiritual clarity, this bespoke session will offer you actionable insights and transformative breakthroughs.
• Intimate Future Retreat Circles : You are automatically included in all upcoming retreats and events, where you’ll be welcomed into intimate, invitation-only circles that are not available to the general public.
• Tailored Healing Ritual : Have a personal healing ritual designed just for you. Whether it’s a private sound bath under the stars, a voice activation ceremony at the ocean’s edge, or a guided somatic release session, you’ll receive an immersive experience that is completely customized to your healing journey.
• Handcrafted Gift from the Land : Receive a unique, handcrafted item from Hawaii, made by local community artisans using natural materials from the island.

Retreat Capacity & Considerations:

The retreat will host about 20 guests each week. Longterm residents will be prioritized as we are aiming to cultivate an incubator and village model. There are 2 guest lodges onsite, 16 rooms in total. Each room has either a single queen size bed or queen bunkbed. Bunkbed rooms are prioritized to families with kids and kuleana partial-scholarship residents.  All rooms have large windows with lots of natural light, and a work table is available upon request. In consideration of shared space, phone calls and Zoom meetings are not permitted inside of the the lodge before 9am or after sunset. There are designated work areas suitable for coworking and private meetings, as well as a nearby coworking cafe if you'd like to get offsite and meet locals. Instructors are hosted in private cabins.

This is an Eco Retreat, all facilities are shared. Guests share indoor/outdoor showers fed by rainwater reserves and there are composting toilets that provide vibrant soil for the gardens. Food is mostly organic, and designed to meet every dietary need. Lunch and dinner are prepared and served for the group to enjoy together. Guests can snack and cook as they like, with 24hr access to the pantries and kitchens. We are each responsible for maintaining cleanliness of shared areas. The kitchen is fully equipped with spices, baking goods, cast iron pans, vitamix blenders and every other kind of kitchen tool you can imagine. There is a care taker on land, and a toolshed to meet all basic needs. It's in no way requested that you get your hands in the dirt- but if you'd like to learn practical seeding, planting, harvesting, and building skills- there will be ample opportunities. Additionally, our neighbor occasionally hunts the local wild boar when they break past fences and dig up gardens. When this happens, we are invited to partake in a ceremonial process of honoring the life of the animal and learn whole-animal butchery. This optional and unplanned experience culminates with a traditional Hawaiian meal.

The retreat center is on a scenic ocean-side jungle road and walking distance to private mermaid pools. A short bike ride will bring you to the primary community event center, cafe and coworking spot. It's recommended to share a rental car with other guests to get a taste of all the magic the island offers. As a part of the retreat, we will be taking a day long field trip once a week to tour the sacred sites and take adventures. All transportation needs will be provided for these facilitated field trips.

Finally, this is a clothing optional property. That means that you might find people soaking naked in the wood burning hot tub, walking to the showers with nothing but a towel in hand, or reading a book in the outdoor lanai topless. We respect the human body and work together to create safe space. There will be a cultures book sent to all retreat guests upon registration, so we have a cohesive understanding of how to live and work together. Thank you Oliver Laurent, for contributing this thoughtful document. Onsite there are somatic and spiritual healing practitioners and body workers to ensure that the group emotional, mental and physical wellness is cared for and prioritized. 

Thank You!

Your support is not just funding a retreat—it's investing in a regenerative future, where individuals, communities, and ecosystems thrive together.

Thank you for taking the time to read and consider supporting the Hawaii Embodied Regeneration Retreat. Your contribution goes far beyond funding an event; it empowers a global movement toward healing, regeneration, and harmony between people and the planet. By joining us, you are playing a key role in creating lasting impact, helping participants gain the knowledge, experience, and community support to lead transformative change in their homes, workplaces, and communities. Together, we are building a future where freedom, symbiosis, harmony and abundance guide our path. 

If you would like to participate and need support to make it possible, send us an email at hello@gaiatemple.org 

A special thank you to Ben Geo and Lauren Strelau for photographing these sacred moments within community, and for the Big Island long-time Ohana for stewarding spaces like these for people like myself and others to receive and regenerate in.

Please note that we are not liable for any unforeseen changes to retreat schedules, conditions, or activities as outlined, and we encourage you to confirm all details prior to attending.