14 Day Spirit of The Hero Camp Meditation, Qigong, Yoga, and Martial Arts in Genoa, Italy
Hero's Journey Growth and Empowerment Experience Italy
Connection, expansion, purpose. It is time to be the hero of your own story! This retreat experience was created with a deep dedication to creating a space for you to discover your inner calling, gain clarity about your purpose, and train the tools to move forward.
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Highlights
- 2-hour Yin yoga classes
- Meditation and intuitive development training
- Martial arts and outdoor trainings
- Forest crossfit parcours in a luscious mountain surroundings
- Nutrition sessions and ceremonies
- 13 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Accommodation
Centro Anidra is an eco-village, organic farm, and retreat center located in the Sturla Valley, formed by a rocky stream coming down from the mountains.
The center is so vast that it contains a waterfall, mountain forests, hidden glades, a hiking track, and a CrossFit parkour that takes 45 minutes to walk. Perfect for the Spirit of the Hero camp. Its massive tent-like "dojo", the training hall, can be opened so the daily sessions will be outside if the group does not train in the forest.
Imagine you wake up to the sound of the birds in the mountains. Start your day with a session of meditation and the Hero wake-up training, overlooking the valley of Centro Anidra. And then enjoy the beautiful healthy superfood breakfast in the company of great like-minded people.
Outdoor camping
You can set up your tent on one of the beautiful sites in the forest near the river. Outdoor toilets and washing facilities are provided. You will be in the middle of nature to enjoy the real adventure. The means will be provided in the dining house with all the other participants, and a walk through the woods away.
Ecological Village
The eco-village consists of several wooden houses arranged into a beautiful little village. Your room will be in one of the cozy houses. Bathrooms and toilets are other in-house or in the neighboring bathroom house. There is also a sauna in the eco-village and the dining house belongs to it. The village is the central hub of Centro Anidra.
Old stonehouse
The old stone house was turned into a lodge with five beautiful rooms arranged after the five elements by a Feng Shui advisor. All rooms have a bath ensuite and in-floor heating. The old stone house is beneath the herbal gardens and right by the eco-village. Its cozy rooms offer a comfortable and elegant stay during the camp.
Program
Strengthen yourself with world-class movement training and enjoy outdoor training in the dense mountain forests. Your morning routine for life after the camp will be given. During the camp, the naturally-build straw house is your training hall and the hub of Centro Anidra is the eco-village.
Imagine a day full of activity, connection, and amazing Italian food in the picturesque scenery of the mountains of Liguria. This flagship retreat in Italy will excite all your senses.
Grow in the company of heroes. Is your soul longing for more depth, more connection, and the opportunity to bring out your full potential in your life? That is what the hero's journey can teach you. The signature method is a fine-tuned immersion into the empowering wisdom of the hero's journey, conscious bodywork, outdoor training and fitness, meditation, and self-development training.
All of this comes together in a unique process that helped countless heroes from all around the world find and fulfill their purpose. From 18 to 78, everything is possible, your inner "Hero" knows no limits.
Gather in a circle of international people that are just like you, on their hero's journey. Come and explore, grow, and share your unique powers and gifts. Do you want more? More depth, more unfolding potential, more feeling? Then this is your epic adventure.
The Hero Tribe methods
- The hero's journey: They use the concept of the hero's journey as the powerful roadmap of human self-development
- Movement arts: The Hero Tribe has 40 years of combined experience as international movement experts
- Traditional and ancient skills: The process is based on the wisdom of ancient methods and Asian philosophy
- Science-backed: The training process is influenced by the newest findings in psychology, neuroscience, and sports science
Nine things the camp will give you:
Mind or soul
- Calmness and inner focus
- Stress detox
- Healthy new routines
Body
- Fantastic body feeling and health
- The best healthy Italian food!
- Fitness and wellbeing
Connection
- Awesome community
- Empower yourself and be the hero of your story
- Amazing energy
- Integration
Instructors
Sascha Wagener
Sascha Wagener led quite a special life in the last 20 years. His research and training journeys let him to mountain temples, monasteries and tribal warriors all around the world. He taught world-known clients in Asia's most prestigious wellness resort and is co-founder of the Secret Elements Qi Gong & Therapy system and founding member of the Missing Link Martial Arts Research Society.
Joana Gumpert
Joana has a diverse background in various movement arts from oriental dance to weight lifting, martial arts, and Qi Gong. Besides her lifelong interest in healthy nutrition and sustainable living, she is also an environmental scientist & landscape ecologist. As she is the tribe shaman, part of her mission is to bridge the gap between science and spirituality, which she also teaches at university and ecological institutions. Joana will teach you to journey through the "inner world" by trance and getting into closer contact with your soul and helping spirits.
Camilla Moehle von Hoffmannswaldau
Camilla is the camp's organizer and ensures the entire experience runs smoothly. She used to work for five-star hotels around the world before being drawn to new challenges and adventures. Camilla is a conscious entrepreneur, Thai Yoga & Shiatsu Therapist, Qi Gong instructor and Mentor. She will bring you deep relaxation and self-reflection with her refined yin yoga classes and will support you on your hero's journey throughout the camp.
Location
In the mountains of Liguria, far away from the tourist centers, where porcupines stroll through the forests and pass along old abandoned stone houses, lies Centro Anidra, where you will be staying during the retreat.
Centro Anidra is located in the wonderful Northern Italian region of Liguria. There are plenty of things to do and explore in the area. You can use a couple of days before or after the camp to see more from Liguria. Or you can use the free day during the camp.
Starting directly from Centro Anidra there are wonderful hiking tracks. In the surrounding mountain region, you can visit old churches, and manufactories, see wild horses, climb, bike, or kayak. Following down the valley, you will soon reach the Mediterranean Sea where the world-famous villages Portofino and Cinque Terre are just a short drive away.
Features
Activities
- Massage
- Sauna
- Swimming
General
- Environmentally friendly
- River
Food
A camp of physical training, inner cleansing, and holistic living should also be accompanied by great food. During the camp, you will enjoy a full catering of freshly made organic food from Italian produce from the region.
The meals will be vegetarian or vegan health food arranged by a food enthusiast, Camilla, and cooked by the Italian chefs at the center. You will start the day with a fresh smoothie enriched with superfoods and granola.
After the morning training, a full lunch menu will give you enough power for the rest of the day. And then a healthy dinner will round up the exciting days in the camp. The dishes served will be vegan or vegetarian, whole grain, wheat-free, and sugar-free. Completely gluten-free options are also available. A great amount of the produce will come from the center’s organic farming.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Whole food
Things to do (optional)
- Additional massage and Reiki treatments by the professional therapist of Centro Anidra
- Use of the Eco Village sauna
What's included
- 4 two-hour Yin yoga classes
- Hero Tribe's signature 12-day self-development process
- Martial arts training
- Outdoor training
- Professional nutrition sessions
- Magical fire and water ceremonies in nature
- Refresh yourself in the magical waterfall and nurture your soul in the fire ritual
- 13 nights accommodation
- Daily 3 delicious vegan and nutritious meals
- Mentorship from the Hero Tribe founders
- Hero training material
- Your morning routine for life during and after the camp
- Bonus: The Hero Wake Up training video course
What's not included
- Additional massage and Reiki treatments
- Additional personalized guidance on your unique path after the retreat
- Airport transfers
- Travel insurance
- Visa
- The Eco Village sauna
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Milan–Malpensa Airport
139 km
Transfer not provided
Pisa International Airport (Galileo Galilei Airport)
119 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Milan-Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Pisa International Airport (PSA). Continue your journey by car or public transportation. If you live in central Europe, it is recommended to go by car. The drive to Centro Anidra leads through beautiful Liguria and Northern Italy. And maybe if you have some extra days, you can even turn it into a road trip.
Arrival by bus
There is a public bus running from Chiavari to Centro Anidra. It is very cheap but does not run very regularly.
Arrival by train
From every airport, you can take a train to Chiavari near Genoa. The train system is very reliable and easy to navigate.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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