In a world set apart from daily routines, gather with us to learn about the energetic realms underlying life's surface and the power of your own life force.

Over the course of 5 days and 4 nights, we will dive into tantric exercises, energetic practices, and sacred sexuality in a clean, safe environment built with skill, humor and deep care. Whether you are curious about these practices or have been on this path for some time, this retreat will meet you wherever you're starting from.

Our gathering will include a variety of group ceremonies, partnered practices, and private sessions while leaving time for rest, play and community in a breathtaking environment. We’ll explore from a place of non-judgement and trust while holding safe boundaries to repattern our relationship to our own desire. This is a clothes-on retreat with no public sexual practice.

You will walk away with a much deeper knowledge of self, a stronger connection to your present or future partner and a new lens to view the human experience through that will create lasting change in every area of your life.

This event is open to singles, couples, or any other formation of partnership you are exploring.

Experiencing Tantra

October 12-16
Idledale, CO

There are as many definitions for Tantra as there are people who have experienced its fruits. That’s because tantra is meant to be known experientially, not studied intellectually. The word tantra literally means “to loom”or “to weave”.  Tantra is a practice of experiencing the world by being completely immersed in it, not separate from it.

In the west, we commonly associate Tantra with the sexual realms. Although sexual energy is an important part of many tantric practices, the teachings here apply to all of life. Tantra teaches us how to see what is in front of us without subjecting it to the organizing interpretations of the mind. We learn how to hold multiple truths at once and the intense emotions that accompany those truths. Tantra expands our capacity for pleasure, hope, ecstasy and bliss, as well as for uncertainty, grief, pain and fear. The magic that occurs when you begin to learn how to transform uncomfortable emotions into creative fuel for building the life you want is immeasurable. 

Instead of concerning ourselves with what tantra is and isn’t, in this retreat we will explore ways to access the truths found in tantric lineages and practice techniques born from ancient practices and reimagined for the here and now. Along the way, you may discover deeper-than-ever connections to yourself, to your relationships, and even to a newfound community.

A Knowing in the Body

The Magic of Idledale, CO

Idledale is quiet, unincorporated village tucked just west of Denver in the foothills. It’s often overlooked on the drive between Evergreen and the Front Range, via Morrison.

Sitting cozy at 6,466 feet in the rolling foothills, Idledale provides a slice of mountain life within the metropolitan area of Denver.

More info on our dreamy property to come soon!

  • 5 days and 4 nights of delicious, organic meals

  • Gorgeous, private lodging

  • One-hour private couples' session with Mel

  • Live music by Nicole and bodywork by Duncan and Elisa

  • One full day of group ceremony, sound and breathwork

What's included

Just a Few Questions…

  • Not physically. We will be mostly working in energetic realms with ourselves and each other. We will have many sections of the retreat dedicated to solo and partnered exercises that will involve non-sexual touch, but everything begins with consent first. We will actually begin by identifying our needs and limits and safely expressing our yes’s, no’s and everything in between in a way that will feel comfortable even if you don’t yet know what your boundaries are! Communication and safety are the foundation that we will build upon throughout our time together. Nothing happens without them. And nothing is ever expected of you.

  • We have a lot of space for privacy. All partners will get their own room. Depending on how many individual participants join us, we may have to be more creative with that lodging as most of the many rooms have one king bed each. If you are attending alone and feel strongly about having a large private room, there will be an additional cost as the event is priced based on mostly double occupancy in each room. (There are a few smaller single occupancy rooms available so reach out asap to reserve one of those if needed). Some people are signing up with a close friend that they are not in a romantic relationship with and in those cases, you will most likely be sharing a room. Please let us know if you are coming with a partner you feel comfortable sharing a room/bed with or not as soon as possible and we will make sure everyone has comfort and privacy.

  • We actually love poultry ;) We offer payment plans for up to 3 months and are happy to work with you on what would help make this possible.

  • We are lucky enough to have the most talented and loving bodyworkers and sound healer joining us for this event. Any of you who have received the magic of Nicole, Duncan or Elisa can attest to this! During our group ceremony Friday day and night, they will be moving around throughout the ceremony space, working on people to assist with moving energy, establishing safe intimacy and opening our hearts and bodies to the weekend ahead. Any private massage sessions beyond that will be available (mostly on Sunday) for an additional price which goes directly to the practitioner.

Arrival - Oct 12th anytime after 4pm

Departure - Oct 16th around 2pm

Financial Exchange - $2500

Upon booking, we will reach out with travel info, details around what to bring and how to prepare.

To register, place your $500 deposit per person here and set up an intake call below:

To reserve your spot for any event, schedule an inquiry call or email mel@melfio.com