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Summer Dance Retreat 2025

DANCE & RITUALS

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Dance & Laotian rituals Retreat
10-16 November 2025
Luang Prabang, Laos

I am more than happy to announce my dream retreat in the country of my origins. This stay invites you to live a unique experience thanks to intuitive dance and the many Laotian rituals. Immersed in this culture full of art and wisdom will guide you on a journey within yourself. Who would like to let themselves be carried away by life and extend the summer in Laos?

dancing in Luang Prabang within the Laotian culture rich in arts and crafts

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INTUITIVE DANCE​​​​​​​​​​​

Intuitive dance will guide your days by welcoming the sun with a morning practice. 2-hour sessions will allow you to immerse yourself in a long meditation in movement. Intuitive dance allows you to dive into your personal history by connecting the body, heart and mind. My way of teaching invites you to pay particular attention to the movements anchored in us (our repetitive patterns) without judging them. My intention is to explore its range of movement to give its bodily expression an infinite richness. Laotian dance also inspired us in this journey to the heart of oneself.

LAO RITUALS

Laotian rituals are full of magic and contemplation. They open a door to spirituality. Among them, prayer, traditional songs and the Soukhouan ceremony called "the recall of souls". Since I was little, I have been rocked by these rituals, amazed by their beauty and the sacred dimension that is created there. During this retreat, we will have the chance to share them together. In a respect for traditions, it is important for me to make people discover my country through ethical tourism, by choosing partners who preserve the culture. Also, we will visit the temples of Luang Prabang, an ancient imperial city classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site - where the rituals take on meaning.

OUR JUNGLE RESORT

 

The Namkhan is a unique place that combines luxury and wilderness. Featuring several treehouses and apartments, the resort impresses with its farm to table restaurant, organic farm, spa, swimming pool and (what makes me happiest) its sublime wooden studio surrounded by nature - wouldn't this be the idyllic setting for a dream retreat?

MEALS

 

Ready to discover Laotian cuisine? Colorful, fresh and rich in flavors, we will have the opportunity to discover Laotian cuisine as a whole (vegetarian option at each meal). The resort offers organic cuisine thanks to their vegetable garden located next to the restaurant. Our breakfasts and lunches will be taken every day at the restaurant. We will have the chance to learn a Laotian specialty during a cooking class. In the evening, we will go to dinner in Luang Prabang or at the resort.

PROGRAM​​​​​​​​

8:00 Breakfast
9:30 – 11:30 Dance in the studio
12:30 Lunch
13:00 – 15:00 Free Time

15:30 – 18:30 Activity around Lao culture or a thematic workshop

19:30 Dinner

 

*the schedule is subject to change depending on the weather.

ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE

Arrival from 4pm on Monday, November 10. The retreat will begin at 5:30pm.

Departure on Sunday, November 16th from 11:30 am. On the last day, we will meet for breakfast together before leaving.

THE ROOMS

 

The rooms are perched in elegant tents with views towards the abundant nature. The calm of the river calls for rest and escape. All rooms have a terrace, electric fan, private bathroom and separate toilet. You can choose between a shared double room (twin bed) or a single room (double bed). The "Namkhan Glamping" room is 70m 2 and the "Explorer Glamping" room is 55m 2.

PRICES

Single room "Explorer Glamping" (private bathroom): €2000

Double room "Namkhan Glamping" (private bathroom ): €1880

Double room "Explorer Glamping" (private bathroom): €1580

 

Payment in two installments possible.

A 500€ deposit is required to secure your place.

 

SPECIAL OFFER FOR REGISTRATION BEFORE APRIL 30:

1 hour of head, face and shoulder massage at the spa offered


(offer extends to November 10th for anyone who has already attended one of my retreats)

included

  • 6 nights at the resort

  • 6 days of meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner including dinners in the city)

  • 6 intuitive dance workshops

  • 1 body massage

  • 1 Lao cooking workshop

  • 1 Lao craft workshop

  • Guided tour of the temples (arts and history)

  • Discovery of Lao rituals (prayers and songs)

  • Lao ceremony

  • Access to the swimming pool

  • Transport to/from Luang Prabang airport

not included

  • Flight tickets to Luang Prabang

  • Travel Insurance

  • Visa

  • Activities during Free Time

  • Shopping in town

This retreat is open to all individuals...

  • who wishes to add an emotional and energetic dimension to their dance practice.

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  • seeking to break free from the rigid language of academic dance to find true bodily liberation.

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  • curious to explore meditation in its many forms.

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  • in need of escape and eager to discover the Laotian culture, its people, and traditions.

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  • feeling the call to experience change or transition in their life.

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  • seeking to find meaning in their journey.

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What participants have said about previous retreats

Aurélie
Claire Sophie
Melina

FAQ​​​​​​

Is there a required level of dance experience?

Intuitive dance is not about performance or technical skill. This retreat is open to men and women of all ages, and no prior dance experience is required.

How to register?

Fill out the online form. Once your registration request is processed, I will send you the details to proceed with the payment.

How can I get to Luang Prabang?

To reach Luang Prabang by plane, you must pass through either Hanoi (Vietnam) or Bangkok (Thailand). Please note that both airports in Bangkok offer flights to Luang Prabang. If you are already in Laos before the retreat, the train is a recommended option, as it connects the entire country.

How big is the group?

We will be a maximum of 12 participants.

Will the retreat be led in French and English?

The retreat will be led in both languages.

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Will there be silence during the retreat?

There will be moments of silence, particularly after each dance practice before lunch and in the evening after dinner. Depending on the day, the free time will also serve as an invitation to reconnect and center yourself.

crédits photo. Photo 1: Alissa Doumeng. Photo 2 & 4: Yann Macherez. Photo 3: Aurélie Guérin. Portrait : Sarah Witt. All other pictures of the resort: The Namkhan
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