EARTH WOMB
SWEAT LODGE IMMERSION


A sacred journey of purification & renewal with Antara, wisdom keeper

October 8th to 12th in Ericaira, Portugal
FOR WOMEN

Daily Sweat Lodge - Body Practice - Singing Circle

A profound five-day immersion into the ancient wisdom of the Sweat Lodge.
Each day, we will honor a direction and elemental force associated, weaving a deep connection between spirit, body, and Earth.
Openning the immersion with an offering at the feet of an ancient volcanic chimney, Penedo do Lexim. Giving thanks for the “grandmothers”, the stones thi volcano gifted us to sweat!

The Sweat lodge is an ancient ritual, a profound journey of purification, prayer, and renewal. Within its intense heat, enveloping steam, and sacred darkness, we symbolically return to the womb — emerging transformed.
This ritual is a sacred ceremony of realignment, where body, mind, and spirit come into harmony.
Stepping inside means surrendering to an ancestral process of cleansing and rebirth, guided by the elements and deep intention.

WHAT IS A SWEAT LODGE ?

The lodge is a sacred space, built with deep reverence. Heated stones—Grandmothers— are placed in the central navel of Mother Earth's womb, carrying the wisdom of the earth. Water is poured over them, releasing purifying steam. Prayers and songs guide the experience, allowing the body and spirit to release, transform, and align with a greater truth.

The Sweatlodge invites deep inner work. As the heat rises, it opens the body, the mind, and the spirit, allowing you to let go of what no longer serves you. Through breath, prayer, and intention, you surrender to the process—offering yourself to purification, renewal, and connection with something greater than yourself.

This is not a practice to be consumed but a ceremony to be honored. The Sweatlodge is a place of humility, presence, and transformation. It calls for listening rather than speaking, surrender rather than control. Here, healing unfolds as you become part of something ancient and sacred.

This is not a practice to be consumed but a ceremony to be honored. The Sweatlodge is a place of humility, presence, and transformation. It calls for listening rather than speaking, surrender rather than control. Here, healing unfolds as you become part of something ancient and sacred.

The Lakota phrase "Hóka-héy" is often translated as "It is a good day to die", but its true essence is an invitation to fully embrace the present, to release fear, and to step into life with clarity and courage. As you enter the Sweatlodge, you surrender to this sacred process — letting go.

WHO IS ANTARA ?

“ I'm fully committed to the path of transformation, truth, growth and self knowledge. I had been  in  many sacred places of Mother Earth, from ashrams to  indigenous ancient ceremonies, where ancient knowledge has flown through my being, opened to receive and to reconnect with my own wisdom, power and love. 

I honor all Great Masters, Sacred Traditions and  Ancestors-Wisdom Keepers of Mother Earth.
They are the ones who remind me to walk my path with love, integrity, acceptance, truth, courage, awareness and compassion.

Since 25 years Sweatlodge arrived to my life, receiving the medicine and blessings of abuelos and abuelas from the path… surrendering myself to this ancient wisdom, I found a sacred  refuge to release  and  find strength in the womb of mother earth..in my womb. 

And I'm Antara Dakini: Moon Dancer and Founder of Moon Dance Austria & Italian Circles, Founder of Liberation Dance, Yoga Teacher and Deeksha Trainer, Sweatlodge Guide and Mother. “ Antara

TESTIMONIALS

  • Lisa

    Earth Womb 1st Edition

    t’s hard to put into words what can truly unfold in these kinds of spaces. They hold something sacred, beyond explanation.

    All I can say is: if you feel the call, answer it. There is beauty, depth, and power woven into every practice.
    The medicine of the temazcal touched me deeply — it’s by far my favorite.

    To be part of its preparation, and to enter the womb of the Earth four days in a row, was an experience I will carry forever. When combined with the power of sung prayers and the liberating dance, this retreat became a true rite of passage.

    A shedding. A rebirth. A remembering.
    Antara’s presence is pure alchemy. And with Lina they held a space where I could go deep — with strength and softness.
    The kind of space where you can fall apart and rise again — held all the way through.

    Special mention for the group, the stunning setting, and the delicious food, all of which offered precious support throughout the journey.

  • Mathilde

    Earth Womb 1st Edition

    I feel deeply nourished and empowered from this profound and magnificent journey into the depths of the earth and of the womb.
    A return to the source, to the elements, to the essential, which makes me feel deeply connected and supported by all living things and so humble at the same time.

    I would like to honor the incredible and rare generosity of Antara and Lina in the transmission of ancient wisdom, bodywork practices, their qualities as teachers, artists, but above all, as human beings that’s make us the luckiest to have been able to cross their path.

    And beyond the individual processes, I will remember a true collective prayer with dear sisters.

  • Carri

    Earth Womb 1st Edition

    The earth womb retreat was a true gift for myself.
    A deepening experience with the beautiful sacred medicine of the sweat lodge together with an amazing group of women made it feel safe and easy to get connected within myself and open up.
    I came out with more clarity, softness and connection to my femininity.
    Thank you so much for sharing this work, I’m looking forward to the next edition!

  • Diana

    Earth Womb 1st Edition

    4 days to let us be embraced by the warmth of the unconditional love and constant and silent support of mother earth, to return into her womb, the temazcal, ancient and precise technology, to purify the body and clear the mind, to let old parts of ourselves die, choosing to come to life again, in our power, with clearer intentions on how we want to walk this path on earth.

    4 days among women, to reconnect with the sacredness of the feminine, of life itself, diving in beauty, dancing liberating dances, to remember the blood that pulses through the veins, singing sacred songs to bring back the power of the wisdom that runs deep in everyone of us.

    Thanks Lina for creating this space of prayer.
    Aho

  • Dina

    Earth Womb 1st Edition

    I feel really honored that I took part of this first edition of Womb Earth and I can feel that it's the beginning of many more to come.

    This immersion felt like a dream. What a blessing to be on the presence of Antara and the wisdom & teachings she shares with so much generosity, care & respect.

    Wether you are looking to deepen your study of the sweat lodge or just be part of a circle of women where so much depth, tears & joy is shared, I highly recommend this unique immersion.

    The duo Lina - Antara is one you want to witness to let yourself inspired by so much love & respect for each other's journeys.

    Thank you Lina for this vision grounded on Earth and gathering us in the most sacred way.

    I am in awe of the beauty & grace we touched. Celebrating & holding each other. And I will for sure prioritize coming back when the next dates will be announced.

THE VENUE

The “House of the Rising Mojo” is a Holistic Retreat Centre surrounded by a tranquil valley in Santo Isidoro, Portugal. It is a sanctuary for healing, exchange and growth, surrounded and supported by lush vegetation and native trees.
This collectively grown sanctuary is the perfect space to reconnect with your true nature.
Here we experience singing, dancing, bodywork, yoga, rituals, ceremonies, and so much more. These practices are all different paths guiding us in the same direction towards consciousness.

Whatever calls you to this space, you will leave feeling recharged, rejuvenated and reminded of who you truly are.

The dome is the main temple. With 90m2, it's ready to host all kinds of practices. It's transparency brings a feeling of floating in a bubble through the greens of the valley.

PRICE AND ACCOMODATION

Accommodation : Shared cosy bell tent (2 people)

RESIDENTIAL
Early Bird Price until 10th September
~ 620€ shared bell tent (2 single bed)
~ 700€ Private room 
~ 700€ Private Caravane 

Regular price 
~ 720€ shared bell tent (2 single bed)
~ 800€ Private room 
~ 800€ Private Caravane 
Possibility to have a private bell tent for 80e extra (if capacity allow)

NON RESIDENTIAL
Early Bird Price 590€
Regular price 690€

Included : Meals, 4 sweat lodges, 4 body practice, 4 singing circle, opening and closing ceremony and stay.
Not included : Transport to the Venue