Wim Hof Method Travel Experience, hosted by:
Miles Lukas
Miles Lukas (left) with Wim Hof (right). Wim will not be attending this retreat; it will be hosted by Certified Wim Hof Method Level 2 instructor, Miles Lukas, who was elected by his peers as the North American Continent Representative on the Global WHM Instructor Panel.
December 3-7, 2024: on the redwood coast of deep Northern California
Limited space: maximum 16 Sign-ups for this Retreat
Open to Everyone 18+ (we generally cater to the 30-50 year old crowd… and older!)
Ice baths at the retreat!
Hot tub and sauna to warm us back up!
Beginners and seasoned practitioners are welcome. The only physical requirement is that you are able-bodied; you do not need special skills or experience in any specific fields, such as climbing or mountaineering. Much of our training will take place in the comfort of our forested retreat sanctuary… and our expeditions (waterfall, river, ocean) are not very strenuous — they will be gentle nature walks to epic destinations.
For beginners: we do recommend you get a little familiar with the breathing and cold training. A great way to get a crash course ahead of this retreat is signing up for our free video Mini Class:
Miles Lukas teaching the Wim Hof Method in the retreat Dojo, April 2024.
The Benefits of this practice are enormous, and include:
massively improving mood and sense of well-being
providing mental clarity and sharpness of thought
eliminating excess inflammation in the body
eliminating general stiffness and soreness
boosting the immune system
An Overview of the Experience:
Everyone will have their own private bedroom at the forested retreat compound. We’ll have a fire roaring in the club house… and we’ll be treated to three gourmet chef-prepared meals each day. You’ll be properly taken care of!!
Daily workshops on the Wim Hof Method (breathwork and cold exposure):
the retreat property features a beautiful dojo sitting amongst the redwoods — we’ll gather here each day for guided breath-work, and for intellectual deep dives into the techniques and benefits of the Wim Hof Method.
we’ll have ice baths set up at the retreat — but we’ll also have a massive hot tub sitting amongst the redwoods, and an outdoor cedar sauna to warm us back up.
and depending on the day… we’ll be making gentle trek’s to the Russian Gulch waterfall, to a riverbank at the edge of a redwood forest, and to a secluded coastal cove with epic Pacific Ocean views. Simply enjoy nature if that’s your inclination — no one will be pressured to get in the water — but otherwise these spots are some of the most beautiful locations in North America to enjoy the ultimate “cold plunge”.
We cap our registration at 16, so you can expect some deep learning and hands-on coaching. The learning environment is extremely personal, and infinitely better than that of a packed workshop or seminar.
Some footage with Miles Lukas at the retreat, October 2023:
Schedule:
Arrive December 3 any time between 3:00pm and 9:30pm... check into your room and make yourself at home! Explore the grounds of the retreat, enjoy a soak in the hot tub, chill with a book in the club house, have a beer around the bonfire, and get to know the rest of the crew as you settle in for an incredible few days of training and relaxing in paradise.
Twice daily Wim Hof Method sessions on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: including daily sessions incorporating breath work, cold immersion techniques of the Wim Hof Method, and guided nature excursions along this secluded stretch of deep Northern California (the scenery is absolutely epic!).
Mornings always start with fresh-brewed coffee and gourmet breakfasts made to order. And we’ll be treated to incredible lunches after our late morning Wim Hof Method sessions, and to proper dinner feasts after our late-afternoon sessions.
Depart Saturday December 7th by 12pm after having a gourmet breakfast and taking your time to chill out at the retreat and say your goodbyes!
Where: Mendocino, Northern California (in the redwoods, about 1-mile from the town of Mendocino)
We take pride in offering an incredible experience centered around deep learning, gathering together for gourmet chef-prepared meals, and connecting in one of America’s most epic natural settings.
Come solo or come with a friend.
In case you’re wondering, 90% come solo... Once you get here, you’re part of the family.
Bonfire at the retreat, summer 2021.
The Retreat is surrounded by thousands of acres of redwood wilderness, and situated only a mile up the hill from the crashing waves of the Pacific ocean. The area is sparsely developed… the nature is epic.
The Mendocino Coast, about a mile down the hill from the retreat compound.
Includes multiple daily Wim Hof Method workshops, gourmet chef-prepared meals, and full onsite accommodation: no bunk houses here - you’ll have your own private modern bedroom when staying at the retreat.
Meet the Instructor: Miles Lukas
Wim Hof Method certified Instructor, elected by his peers to be the North America representative of the Wim Hof Method!
And simply an incredible person with a passion for helping others achieve their full human potential!
Miles Lukas at Big River estuary, just down the hill from the retreat.
Miles Lukas began learning about Wim Hof during a live Joe Rogan podcast almost a decade ago. At the time, Miles was already a dedicated athlete, but the concepts discussed by Wim Hof were something new. Soon after, he began researching everything possible on the method.
The breathing routines became his daily practice.
The initial benefits were health and energy improvements. Next came the ability to meditate deeper and explore mental states which seemed previously unreachable. Miles explains that these effects were real and immediate, and that they revealed something we had lost in our modern lifestyle.
While incorporating the breathing into regular exercise, he began realizing the temperature regulating effects of the breath-work… and the subsequent physical and psychological benefits associated with regular practice.
Fully devoted to this endeavor, Miles embraced the journey, and fell in love with the Wim Hof Method tools of human potential revival!
The epic Mendocino Coast, just down the hill from the retreat.
Check out this awesome video of Miles Lukas discussing the Wim Hof Method and Joe Rogan’s 20-minute ice bath!
You’ll be visiting one of the most beautiful places in North America, experiencing nature at its purest, connecting with like-minded individuals striving to better themselves in all things, and resting from the stresses of your daily routine.
Northern California location: the rugged Mendocino coast
Catching the sunset on the Mendocino coast, just down the hill from the retreat. December 2022.
Nestled in the woods only a mile from the coast, the retreat sanctuary is incredible, and features a beautiful outdoor cedar sauna and a massive luxury hot tub—both sitting among towering redwoods with epic views of the surrounding wilderness.
With our newly built training hall, clubhouse, and guest cottage, the sprawling forested compound offers modern luxury combined with raw Pacific Northwest wilderness. If you’re looking to get away from the city and experience nature, you’ll love it here… the setting is absolutely awesome!
About a mile walk from The Retreat, you find yourself in the historic village of Mendocino, built in the mid-1800s on a rugged coastal headland overlooking the Pacific. The cliffs surrounding the village remain undeveloped, covered in wildflowers, and offer an awesome vista from which to view the sunset.
Today, this historically preserved village is a traveler’s outpost, scattered with unique restaurants and cafes, vibrant coffee shops, pubs and roadhouse taverns, and a very well-stocked local grocer and butcher. Mendocino offers everything you’ll need to ensure a comfortable experience on this remote stretch of the northern California coast.
Mendocino Village
…about a mile from the retreat
Gourmet Dining: this isn’t just a series of “workshops”, it’s a proper Vacation!
Pricing (payment plans available)
from $1,800 all inclusive… Your booking fee includes:
Your own private, modern bedroom… comfortably furnished with fresh beddings, in-room heat, and high-speed wi-fi.
Our own private sanctuary for the week: there will be no one else here except for our small group. The forested retreat compound features: a huge luxury hot tub and outdoor cedar sauna nestled in the woods, a spacious clubhouse, newly built training hall, hillside terraces with awesome wilderness views, private luxurious outdoor and indoor showers with epic views of the surrounding redwood forest, etc. The property is magical… you’re gonna love it here :)
Arrival dinner followed by three chef-prepared meals per day (we use only the best ingredients and have tapped into some incredible cooking talent), plus a constant spread of fresh-baked homemade pastries and snacks, and unlimited coconut waters, juices, sodas, coffees, teas, etc. We’ll keep you very well fed and comfortable! And for those who enjoy wine, Mendocino produces some of the world’s best Pinot Noir!
Twice daily small-group sessions on the Wim Hof method (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday) led by Miles Lukas. We cap our registration at 16, so you can expect some deep learning and hands-on coaching. The learning environment is extremely personal, and infinitely better than that of a packed workshop or seminar.
Aside from the costs of lodging, fresh gourmet meals, and bringing in world-class instructors who give their best — look forward to us organizing a couple amazing hikes throughout the week, and expect some heartfelt connection and storytelling around the bonfire after our nightly dinners. Rest assured that our approach is easy and flexible to the needs of everyone who joins us. We fully put our hearts into every camp, and we’ve been blessed by so many new friends as a result.
*Discounts available for spouses sharing a room. Click “book now” button to see all pricing options.
Registration will be limited to a very small group: 16 spots max. With Miles and the retreat crew, there will be a little over 20 of us. Expect a family-like vibe and a world-class learning experience.
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