ROOT & RISE: THE EXPANSION RETREAT
ROOT & RISE: THE EXPANSION RETREAT
Khao Ra, Ko Pha-ngan, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand
Up to 8 in group
September 29 - October 3, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Daily yoga and live sound healing in a breathtaking surrounding to regulate your nervous system
- Powerful subconscious reprogramming and breathwork sessions to release inner blocks
- Transformative coaching and NLP tools to gain clarity on your vision and leadership
- Group acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine to restore energetic balance
- Deep integration practices including journaling, movement, and mindful rituals
- Supportive, heart-centered community of founders, creatives, and soulful leaders
- Curated to help you reset your inner system and rise into your most aligned self & level up
- 4 nights accommodation with daily brunch and dinner
About this Retreat
Chris is an international facilitator, healer, and Chinese metaphysics practitioner with over 13 years of global living experience across Mexico, Thailand, Hungary, and Spain. Professionally rooted in multinational marketing and sales, he also brings over five years of experience facilitating high-level international leadership conferences, including workshops held at the United Nations headquarters in Bangkok.
His spiritual journey deepened after a life-changing encounter with his master, leading him into the ancient wisdom of Qimen Dunjia, Chinese philosophy, and acupressure-based healing. Since then, he has become a devoted teacher and guide, helping others tap into the power of ancient metaphysics to navigate modern life.
In this retreat, he will lead workshops on acupressure therapy and Chinese spiritual principles, inviting participants to explore energetic alignment, timing, and the art of self-healing.
Beyond his facilitation and healing work, he is also the co-founder of a Chinese herbal coffee brand, blending traditional Chinese medicinal herbs into modern wellness products. As a practicing Chinese fortune teller specializing in Qimen Dunjia, he helps clients around the world transform uncertainty into clarity using this powerful “cosmic cheat code” — empowering them to make aligned life and business decisions.
Chris is passionate about bridging ancient Eastern wisdom with modern global consciousness — creating space for transformation, intuition, and authentic spiritual embodiment.
Sharon Kruijsheer is a dedicated yoga teacher with a deep love for creating space where others can reconnect, recharge, and return to balance. She studied Hatha, Ashtanga, and meditation in India, and later specialized in Yin Yoga and the foundations of Chinese Medicine. Her teachings focus on the quiet strength of stillness and the powerful shifts that come from slowing down.
Sharon’s passion is to guide others toward greater balance - in body, mind, and daily life. Her Yin classes offer a calm and nourishing environment to soften, breathe, and listen inward.
Beyond the mat, Sharon runs Chicas Contentas, a marketing agency for brands in the wellbeing and social impact space. She is also the founder of Equilibrium Consciousness Festival, a weekend of workshops, yoga, and ecstatic dance dedicated to exploring balance in all its forms.
“Balance isn’t something we find once—it’s something we return to, again and again.”
Jiesi is a yoga teacher and sound healer. She invites students to slow the nervous system and reconnect with their inner landscape through fluid, conscious movement, breath awareness, and sound vibrations — offering each practice as a form of moving meditation.
Off the mat, Jiesi brings the same care and intention into her work as a product manager in the clean tech space, striving to make a meaningful green dent in the world.
Katja Dill is a researcher and faciliator aswell as speaker of authentic transformation and tapping into the subconsciousness. With a background in trauma-informed coaching, somatic practices and NLP, Katja weaves science and spirituality into deeply grounding experiences that unlock clarity, creativity and calm. Through a unique blend of neuroscience, somatic practices, trauma-informed coaching and intuitive work, she supports individuals and groups in stepping into their highest creative potential. She is the founder of Nestra, a holistic center for inner growth and the creator of the Subconscious Insight Card Deck, a self-inquiry tool bridging neuroscience, psychology, and intuitive wisdom.
“When the body feels safe, the mind can create. When the heart is heard, the path becomes clear.”
Details of this retreat
Root and Rise is a 5-day immersive retreat for founders, creatives, and soulful leaders ready to reset their nervous system, release mental noise, and step into expansive clarity. Designed to harmonize the subconscious mind and body, this transformational experience blends neuro-linguistic programming, somatic practices, and creative leadership tools. Held in a beachfront setting in Koh Phangan, Thailand, the retreat invites you to rewire from within and rise into your most aligned version.
Schedule
🌀 DAY 1 — ARRIVAL
Theme: Landing & Connection
14:00–17:00 | Arrival & Sensory Check-In
17:00–18:30 | Opening Ceremony
18:30–19:30 | Yin Flow & Sound Healing
20:00 | Diner en blanc
🔧 DAY 2 — REGULATE: YOUR INNER OPERATING SYSTEM
Theme: Nervous System Awareness & Energy Reset
07:30–08:30 | Vagus Tuning Yoga
08:30–09:30 | Organic Breakfast
09:30–11:30 | Ancient Tools for Modern Stress (Intro to Chinese Medicine + Acupressure Practice)
12:00–14:00 | Ayurvedic Lunch and Integration Time
14:00–17:30 | Rewiring the Inner Operating System
18:00–19:00 | Sunset Flow with healing acupuncture
19:00 -20:00 | Subconscious (Sound) Journey
20:00 Dinner
🧠 DAY 3 — DEEP REWIRE: THE SUBCONSCIOUS STACK
Theme: Uncovering & Reprogramming Hidden Beliefs
07:30–08:30 | Yang to Yin: Balancing the Inner Current
08:30–09:30 | Organic Breakfast
09:30–11:30 | Mapping the Inner Maze (NLP + Belief Reset Workshop)
12:00–15:00 | Ayurvedic Lunch & Integration Time
15:30–17:30 | Future Self Transmission
18:00 | Acupuncture & Sonic Integration Session
19:00 | Fire & Cacao Ceremony
(optional) sunset gong bath
20:00 Dinner
🌟 DAY 4 — RISE: LEADERSHIP WITHIN
Theme: Creative Intelligence & Inner Authority
07:30–08:30 | Yoga: Awaken the Inner Leader
08:30–09:30 | Organic Breakfast
09:30–11:30 | Authentic Influence & Embodied Leadership
12:00–14:00 | Lunch & Co-creation time
14:00–16:00 | Creative Expansion Portal
16:00-18:00 / The Inner Oracle: Embodied Decision-Making for Creative Leaders
18:00–19:30 | From Noise to Knowing (with Acupuncture & Sound Healing)
20:00 | Celebration Dinner: The Rising Table (barefoot, candles, acoustic music) (optional) shaking or ecstatic dance
🌈 DAY 5 — INTEGRATE: THE NEXT CHAPTER
Theme: Bringing It Home
07:30–08:30 | Heart Anchoring Flow & Final Tuning (Sharon)
09:30–11:00 | Closing Integration Ceremony (Katja & Jiesi)
11:00–12:00 | Brunch & Farewell Hugs
12:00–14:00 | Optional: Beach decompression / massage
💆 Optional Mini-Acupuncture Reset available
Theme: Landing & Connection
14:00–17:00 | Arrival & Sensory Check-In
17:00–18:30 | Opening Ceremony
18:30–19:30 | Yin Flow & Sound Healing
20:00 | Diner en blanc
🔧 DAY 2 — REGULATE: YOUR INNER OPERATING SYSTEM
Theme: Nervous System Awareness & Energy Reset
07:30–08:30 | Vagus Tuning Yoga
08:30–09:30 | Organic Breakfast
09:30–11:30 | Ancient Tools for Modern Stress (Intro to Chinese Medicine + Acupressure Practice)
12:00–14:00 | Ayurvedic Lunch and Integration Time
14:00–17:30 | Rewiring the Inner Operating System
18:00–19:00 | Sunset Flow with healing acupuncture
19:00 -20:00 | Subconscious (Sound) Journey
20:00 Dinner
🧠 DAY 3 — DEEP REWIRE: THE SUBCONSCIOUS STACK
Theme: Uncovering & Reprogramming Hidden Beliefs
07:30–08:30 | Yang to Yin: Balancing the Inner Current
08:30–09:30 | Organic Breakfast
09:30–11:30 | Mapping the Inner Maze (NLP + Belief Reset Workshop)
12:00–15:00 | Ayurvedic Lunch & Integration Time
15:30–17:30 | Future Self Transmission
18:00 | Acupuncture & Sonic Integration Session
19:00 | Fire & Cacao Ceremony
(optional) sunset gong bath
20:00 Dinner
🌟 DAY 4 — RISE: LEADERSHIP WITHIN
Theme: Creative Intelligence & Inner Authority
07:30–08:30 | Yoga: Awaken the Inner Leader
08:30–09:30 | Organic Breakfast
09:30–11:30 | Authentic Influence & Embodied Leadership
12:00–14:00 | Lunch & Co-creation time
14:00–16:00 | Creative Expansion Portal
16:00-18:00 / The Inner Oracle: Embodied Decision-Making for Creative Leaders
18:00–19:30 | From Noise to Knowing (with Acupuncture & Sound Healing)
20:00 | Celebration Dinner: The Rising Table (barefoot, candles, acoustic music) (optional) shaking or ecstatic dance
🌈 DAY 5 — INTEGRATE: THE NEXT CHAPTER
Theme: Bringing It Home
07:30–08:30 | Heart Anchoring Flow & Final Tuning (Sharon)
09:30–11:00 | Closing Integration Ceremony (Katja & Jiesi)
11:00–12:00 | Brunch & Farewell Hugs
12:00–14:00 | Optional: Beach decompression / massage
💆 Optional Mini-Acupuncture Reset available
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Nestra Center, Khao Ra, Ko Pha-ngan, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand
Directions
Nestled in the lush jungle of Koh Phangan and just minutes from the beach, The Source is a sacred sanctuary designed for deep healing and reconnection. Surrounded by palms, birdsong, and ocean breeze, it offers the perfect balance between nature and comfort.
This off-the-beaten-path location is a hidden gem for seekers, creatives, and wellness explorers. Known for its magnetic energy and spiritual community, Koh Phangan has become a global destination for conscious living.
5-minute walk to secluded beaches
Surrounded by palm trees and natural jungle
Nearby cafes with organic, plant-based menus
Close to healing centers, temples, and herbal shops
Quiet and peaceful—ideal for meditation and integration
Easy access to yoga, dance, and community events
Local markets and artisan goods within 10 minutes
A warm, welcoming energy that supports inner growth
The Source provides an intimate and intentional space where guests can ground, reflect, and expand—held by nature, community, and soul.
This off-the-beaten-path location is a hidden gem for seekers, creatives, and wellness explorers. Known for its magnetic energy and spiritual community, Koh Phangan has become a global destination for conscious living.
5-minute walk to secluded beaches
Surrounded by palm trees and natural jungle
Nearby cafes with organic, plant-based menus
Close to healing centers, temples, and herbal shops
Quiet and peaceful—ideal for meditation and integration
Easy access to yoga, dance, and community events
Local markets and artisan goods within 10 minutes
A warm, welcoming energy that supports inner growth
The Source provides an intimate and intentional space where guests can ground, reflect, and expand—held by nature, community, and soul.
Accommodation
Each space is a simple and serene retreat. Similar to the communal spaces, we applied a nature-oriented vision with an eye for details. In our rooms, you’ll feel cosy but deeply connected to the jungle. With mountain or sea views from each, we have 9 bungalows (5 sunset bungalows and 4 mezzanine) for up to 22 people (sharing), all rooms with fans and a private bathroom, and hot water from the mountain spring. We don’t use AC in our rooms to maintain sustainable operation, and the breeze and tree cover provides us the comfort we need. We can equip each bungalow for couples, individual or shared occupancy.
Retreat Price
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
The Source is a sacred sanctuary designed for deep healing and reconnection. Surrounded by palms, birdsong, and ocean breeze, it offers the perfect balance between nature and comfort.
This off-the-beaten-path location is a hidden gem for seekers, creatives, and wellness explorers. Known for its magnetic energy and spiritual community, Koh Phangan has become a global destination for conscious living.
This off-the-beaten-path location is a hidden gem for seekers, creatives, and wellness explorers. Known for its magnetic energy and spiritual community, Koh Phangan has become a global destination for conscious living.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Daily vegetarian/vegan brunch and dinner, and Access to tea, fruit, and filtered water throughout the day are included in the package.
Brunch
Snacks
What's Included
- Boutique 4-night accommodation
- Full retreat program (daily subconscious & creative leadership workshops, yoga, breathwork, acupuncture, somatic practices)
- 1 acupressure session
- Retreat materials, rituals, and symbolic gifts
- Light breakfast/snacks daily
What's Not Included
- transport
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