THE CALL WITHIN

A Men’s Journey of Power & Presence

Men’s Retreat - Chiang Mai, Thailand

November 4-8 2025

Step away to reconnect with clarity. Rise in resilience. Rekindle your purpose.

There comes a time when the noise of the world fades—and the voice within can finally be heard. This retreat is that moment.

Set in the quiet beauty of Northern Thailand, The Call Within is a five-day journey of yoga, meditation, and deep men’s work. It’s a space to strip away distraction, reconnect with your truth, and walk alongside a brotherhood of men doing the same.

Through embodiment, breath, and honest sharing, you’ll return to yourself—clearer, stronger, and more aligned.

This is the work. This is the call.

Are you in? This retreat is limited to 10 Spots. We have a few spots left. 

This Journey Is For You

  • You’re successful but feel disconnected or numbed out.

  • You sense a deeper purpose but the path is not clear.

  • You’re choosing transformation over surface-level 'self-care'.

  • You’re ready for authentic connection with your inner truth and a circle of like-minded men.

What You’ll Experience

  • Yoga & Meditation

    Ground your body and clear your mind. Learn to sit with noise, expand presence and awareness.

  • Men’s Circles & Men’s Work

    Safe space to share, reflect, and reclaim your truth. Practical tools to reconnect with your life’s deeper purpose.

  • Nature & Contemplation

    Quite time in lush nature.

  • Optional Massage at the Resort Spa

    Book a traditional Thai or oil massage on-site to support deeper rest and integration. (Booked separately - Not included in retreat price.)

René Bos

“All my expectations have been met and surpassed. Gonçalo is a great leader and yoga teacher. I would like to recommend it to anyone up for an adventure that includes deepening the connection with yourself and fellow brothers, and integrating this all with yoga and lots of fun!”

Close-up of a smiling man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a dark shirt, against a plain background.

Ricardo Caetano

“Having the opportunity to hang with powerful and interesting men, I can see everybody struggles, and everyone has their personal journey. I can be who I am, and have my own journey among these men. I will bring this experience back to my family and loved ones.”

A middle-aged man with gray hair and a beard outdoors, wearing a dark jacket and a backpack, with rocky terrain in the background.

Why This Retreat Goes Deeper

  • Grounded Men’s Work

    No fluff. Real work with emotional integrity.

  • Comfortable Setting

    Lush Kaomai Lanna boutique resort, beautiful architecture, peaceful surroundings.

  • Small Group, Big Impact

    Max 10 men - Deep bonding and meaningful sharing.

  • Experienced Leadership

    Gonçalo Luz brings years of teaching, travel, and facilitation.

Program

    • 3pm - Check-in

    • 4pm - Welcome meeting

    • Rest, Swiming Pool, Massage (booked and paid separately)

    • 5pm - Men’s Circle

    • 7pm - Dinner

    • 7am - Hatha Yoga

    • 9am - Breakfast

    • Rest/Swiming Pool/Massage (booked and paid separately)

    • 12pm - Lunch

    • 3pm - Intention Setting

    • Rest/Swiming Pool

    • 5pm - Men’s Circle

    • 7pm - Dinner

    • 8pm - Meditation/Yoga Nidra

      • 7am - Hatha Yoga

      • 9am - Breakfast

      • Rest/Swiming Pool/Massage (booked and paid separately)

      • 12pm - Lunch

      • 3pm - Men’s Work

      • Rest/Swiming Pool

      • 5pm - Men’s Circle

      • 7pm - Dinner

      • 8pm - Meditation/Yoga Nidra

    • 7am - Hatha Yoga

    • 9am - Breakfast

    • Rest/Swiming Pool/Massage (booked and paid separately)

    • 12pm - Lunch

    • 3pm - Men’s Work

    • Rest/Swiming Pool

    • 5pm - Men’s Circle

    • 7pm - Dinner

    • 8pm - Meditation/Yoga Nidra

    • 7am - Yoga

    • 9am - Breakfast

    • Rest/Swiming Pool/Massage (booked and paid separately)

    • 11am - Closing Circle

    • 12am - Check-Out

Meet Your Guide: Gonçalo Luz

Yoga, Meditation and Men’s Work Facilitator.

Gonçalo Luz has spent over 9 years guiding men through transformational experiences, from the Indian Himalayas, to the lush jungles of Thailand, within the intimate space of circle. His approach blends Eastern wisdom (from yoga, meditation, and Daoism) with grounded, no-nonsense men’s work.

Retreat leader Gonçalo Luz holding space for men’s healing and self-discovery in nature

Gonçalo creates a safe, honest container where men can drop the mask, confront what’s real, and rise into deeper self-leadership.
Whether you’re new to this path or already walking it, Gonçalo’s presence, intuition, and skill will meet you exactly where you are.

“You won’t find hype here. Just presence, clarity, and the courage to go deep.”

Sankalparaja sitting cross-legged on a yoga mat practicing meditation outdoors with lush green trees and blue sky in the background.

Rudy Augsburger

“It was an experience on many fronts: the Country, the People, the Food, the Yoga and Meditation, the Religion and Spirituality, the Inner Journey reflecting on oneself. Sharing my experience with friends has been tremendous, all of them noticing a positive change in my behavior and outlook of life.”

Smiling middle-aged man with tousled hair outdoors with mountains and a partly cloudy sky in the background.

Leigh Barber

“I went on this journey to discover something about myself. I learned I came from a place of toxic masculinity as a result of my up bringing, this trip helped me realise and set a path away from this, experiencing other man open up as they did is something I aspire too. There were also realisations about myself that only came to light during the sharing circles which has been valuable, and have subsequently sent me on a path of further discovery back in the real world. ”

Smiling man with a beard and short hair outdoors in a mountainous landscape with clouds in the sky.

  • A men’s retreat is an immersive space, away from every day’s burdens, that promotes self-care, connection, self-reflection and transformation. The surrounding nature allows its serenity to be the backdrop for grounding, encourages present moment awareness and introspection. Beyond the adventure, and the break from daily life, taking part in this motorcycle retreat for men is a conscious choice to explore yourself and connect with others, cultivating a foundation for mindful and healthier living, with deeper clarity and purpose.

  • Men born in male bodies, longing to take a break, recharge and connect deeper with themselves and like-minded men through Yoga, men’s work and meditation.

  • In this retreat we will practice Kundalini Hatha Yoga, a spiritual development practice rooted in Indian Tantric traditions, Tibetan Bön, and Tibetan Buddhism. It introduces awareness of body, and health cultivation, offering gentle purification and strengthening.

    Topics in our practice will include elemental balancing postures, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra, and Meditation. Catering to all ages, body types, and fitness levels, this practice emphasises listening to one's body and commit to personal growth.

A grassy pathway through lush, green tropical foliage leading to a building with a vine-covered wall and small windows.

Retreat Venue

Nestled amid lush, tropical gardens just outside Chiang Mai, Kaomai Lanna Resort provides a serene setting for this retreat. The resort’s unique accommodations, converted from historic tobacco barns, blend Lanna architectural charm with natural surroundings, offering facilities like a yoga sala, wellness spa, and a tranquil pool area for relaxation.

This retreat is limited to 10 spots. We have a few spots left.

A bedroom with two beds, with white bedding and pillows, wooden flooring, a small nightstand with a lamp, and three windows with white curtains.
A small wooden structure sits among trees in a wooded area with a dirt path leading up to it. There is a black sign on the left with white text, indicating directions to check-in, reception, and other locations.
Interior view of a rustic open-air wooden pavilion with a high peaked ceiling supported by wooden logs, white curtains hanging along the edge, and greenery visible outside.
A narrow gravel walkway flanked by brick buildings and lush green trees, with a small wooden fence at the foreground.

    • Hatha Yoga and Meditation

    • Men’s Work (men’s circling and practices)

    • Accommodation (4 nights)

    • Food

    • Flights

    • Personal extras

    • Massage/Spa sessions

    • Travel Insurance (optional)

Not Ready Yet? Start with the Groundwork

Transformation doesn’t always begin with a plane ticket. If you’re feeling the pull but not ready to join a retreat, start from where you are with our online course

The Grounded Man, A Journey into Men’s Work

  • Discover the key principles of emotional presence, purpose, and authentic connection.

  • Learn through short, powerful lessons you can do at your own pace.

  • Designed for men new to inner work—or returning after a long time away.

Start building the foundation now, so when the time is right to answer the call, you’re ready.