5-Night Package: US$4,444 (€3,824) per Person Sharing
US$5,777 (€4,971) per Person Single Rate
Language: English
5-Night Package: US$4,444 (€3,824) per Person Sharing
US$5,777 (€4,971) per Person Single Rate
Language: English
Whether you come with a partner or on your own, you’ll undertake a spiritual odyssey into the realm of Nature and Narrative on this retreat. Why the two Ns? Because they’re powerful teachers, capable of engaging all facets of the self – the mind, body and heart – bypassing resistance and speaking directly to your soul.
Through transformative storytelling and experiential practices in nature's classroom, you'll learn to shift your energy and perception of life, unlocking profound possibilities and deep personal growth. And when you do that you’ll discover freedom, joy, and peace as expansive as the African sky.
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Not Included: Your flights to and from Namibia, and transfers to Nambwa from nearby airports
Brett Shuttleworth’s journey is a story of extraordinary transformation. He transitioned away from careers as an international rugby player, South Africa’s first male supermodel and Hollywood actor to become one of the world’s leading consciousness trainers and retreat facilitators.
With over 25 years of experience guiding professional sports teams, Fortune 500 companies and government leaders, Brett has trained more than 27,000 individuals worldwide. As the founder of Smiling Soul Retreats, he has hosted 50+ international retreats across South Africa, India, Bali, and Croatia. He is also the creator of HoJo Consciousness Training, a unique blend of ancient warrior practices and modern performance psychology.
Brett’s approach fuses transformational practices and spiritual development to help individuals drop their armour and reconnect with their hearts. His mission is simple yet profound: to guide people back to their authentic selves and create a ripple effect of love across the world.
Joe van Niekerk’s expertise bridges the worlds of elite performance and holistic healing. As a 50-cap Springbok legend and Toulon Hall of Famer, Joe dominated international rugby for 13 years before embarking on one of the most remarkable transformation journeys in modern sports.
After retiring from professional sport, Joe overcame personal trauma, addiction, and autoimmune conditions through holistic healing. His journey through 50+ plant medicine ceremonies, extensive breathwork training, and somatic healing has equipped him with unparalleled expertise in transformation.
Through his blend of ancient wisdom and modern psychology, he aims to show that true strength comes from vulnerability and that sustainable success lies in reconnecting to your wholeness.
This retreat harnesses the power of the two most effective teachers known to humanity: nature and storytelling. Because they engage your whole being, they silence the critical voices in your head and carry you deeper into transformation and your true self.
This retreat is for anyone who feels a calling for more freedom, joy and peace in their lives. No prior experience is needed, just an open heart and willingness to learn from the wisdom of the wild and the power of story. Brett and Joe will guide you through practical modalities that meet you exactly where you are, whether you're a complete beginner or seeking deeper evolution.
No. The Under The African Sky Retreat is non-denominational and inclusive of all belief systems. Practices are drawn from universal wisdom traditions, nature-based teachings and modern psychology.
Past participants describe profound shifts that happen naturally when you learn from Nature and storytelling. You'll free yourself from old patterns through the wisdom of the wild, experience more gratitude and connection through powerful animal encounters, and discover authenticity through the stories that speak to your soul. Brett and Joe will equip you with practical modalities for everyday life, ensuring you can maintain and deepen your transformation at home.
