Domanze Castle Retreat

55-081 Domanice

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Dominik Sadoch
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4 reviews
May 30 - Jun 2, 2024
Group size: 5 - 12
Domanze Castle Retreat
55-081 Domanice

Dominik Sadoch
  • Email address verified
4 reviews

May 30 - Jun 2, 2024
Group size: 5 - 12

About this trip

It's a unique one of a kind experience open to the public for the first time.

The story starts with a Middle-Age castle in the south of Poland that was abandoned for the last decades. Exactly a year ago we opened United Arts Foundation and started the renovation.

Now this magical place has its heart beating fast again. Every month there's new energy waking up. It's constantly changing so the chance to experience it the way it is now will never repeat itself. You can become an important part of this splendid resurrection thanks to your contribution, not only financial but energetical, by bringing life and creating memories within these walls that already carry 800 years of heritage and they were not built to sit empty. Write your name on history's pages.


Historia zaczyna się od średniowiecznego zamku na Dolnym Śląsku, który przez ostatnie dekady był całkowicie opuszczony. Dokładnie rok temu założyliśmy Fundację na rzecz sztuki i rozpoczęliśmy renowację Zamku. Teraz serce tego magicznego miejsca znów szybko bije. Każdego miesiąca budzą się do życia nowe dawki energii. Wnętrza tych murów nieustannie ewoluują więc szansa doświadczenia Zamku takim, jaki jest teraz nie powtórzy się. Możesz stać się istotną częścią tego wyjątkowego przebudzenia dzięki wsparciu nie tylko finansowym, ale i energetycznym poprzez wnoszenie życia i tworzenie wspomnień pośród cegieł które trzymają już 800 lat dziedzictwa i nie powstały by stać puste. Zapisz swoje imię na kartach historii. 

Retreat

Celebrate spring in its full bloom and jump right into this life style. Wake up to bird symphonies and look above the tree crowns - you're in a castle on top of the rock. Feel the renaissance around you, stretch in the ball room and enjoy hectares of a private historic park by the river.  

Leave the world behind, unwind, listen to your heart, recharge and elevate your soul.


We’ll rejuvenate with farm to table meals prepared with love by our chef, daily dose of meditation, pranayama, movement and gong baths. 


Honor your needs and self nourishment in life.

Technicalities

We love to share this magic with people that understand and resonate with this special moment in time. For now there's six private bedrooms we can offer to guests, multiple living rooms and salons, three bathrooms and five toilets that are shared. Part of what makes this experience so special is time traveling - visually and life style wise. There's one common space with WiFi in case you'd need it. 


Ogromnie nas cieszy dzielenie się tą magią z ludźmi którzy rozumieją wyjątkowość tego okresu. Na ten moment oferujemy gościom sześć prywatnych sypialni, wiele salonów i przestrzeni wspólnych, trzy łazienki oraz pięć toalet które są dzielone. Co czyni to doświadczenie jedynym w swoim rodzaju to podróż w czasie - wizualnie i w stylu życia. 

Daily Schedule

*everything on the schedule is optional*

*during -free time- windows focus on your needs: read, journal, sing, stroll around, meditate under your favorite tree, cold plunge in the river, play piano and other instruments we have, bike to the lake, help with the veggie garden or feed our mini goats, paint, you do you :-)  you get to choose how you want to spend your time; there also will be options for group activities*


Thursday, May 30th

~check in after lunch~

~get to know the premises~

~light snacks will be available~

6:00pm ~ welcoming circle, tuning in ritual 

7:30pm ~ aperitif

8:00pm ~ dinner


Friday, May 31st

8:30am ~ morning class (incl. gong)

10:00am ~ breakfast

-free time-

2:00pm ~ lunch

-picnic excursion-

6:00pm ~ afternoon class 

-surprise performance-

8:00pm ~ dinner


Saturday, June 1st

8:30am ~ morning class (incl. gong)

10:00am ~ breakfast

-free time-

2:00pm ~ lunch

-outdoor activity-

6:00pm ~ afternoon class 

7:30pm ~ aperitif in the garden followed by a bonfire dinner

-surprise performance-

-let's dance!-


Sunday, June 2nd
9:30am ~ morning class + gong

11:30am ~ farewell brunch

-see you soon!-

History

The origins of the castle date back to the Middle Ages. That is more than eight hundred years of history and turbulent events. The castle is located in Domanice in Lower Silesia. For many years, it was the seat of the Brandenburg royal family. Its present form was shaped in the 18th century, when the existing knight’s residence was rebuilt. In 1763, another reconstruction was carried out, which gave the building Renaissance elements. A few years later, the Baroque cloisters were built over and the interior of the chateau was rebuilt. The characteristic high tower was built in 1777

Another reconstruction of the castle was carried out at the beginning of the 19th century, when it was given a neo-classical form. After World War II, the building was administered by the state and served as the seat of the House of the Union of Polish Stage Artists. Funds for a comprehensive renovation of the building were in short supply. The Union of Polish Stage Artists limited its activities in maintaining the building to necessary interventions. At that time, the roof was replaced and the structure reinforced, so that the interior was not adversely affected by rain. Inside, one can still admire the original frescoes, stuccowork or stained-glass windows.


Początki zamku sięgają okresu średniowiecza. To ponad osiemset lat historii i burzliwych wydarzeń. Zamek położony jest w Domanicach na Dolnym Śląsku. Przez wiele lat był on siedzibą rodziny królewskiej Brandenburgów. Jego obecna forma ukształtowała się w XVIII wieku, kiedy przebudowano istniejącą siedzibę rycerską. W 1763 roku dokonano kolejnej przebudowy, dzięki której budynek zyskał renesansowe elementy. Kilka lat później zabudowano barokowe krużganki i przebudowano wnętrze pałacu. Charakterystyczna, wysoka wieża zbudowana została w 1777 roku.

Kolejną przebudowę zamku przeprowadzono na początku XIX wieku, kiedy nadano mu formę neoklasycystyczną. Już po II wojnie światowej budynek był zarządzany przez państwo i pełnił on funkcję siedziby Domu Związku Artystów Scen Polskich. Na kompleksowy remont obiektu brakowało środków. Związek Artystów Scen Polskich swoje działania w utrzymaniu budynku ograniczył do niezbędnych interwencji. Wymieniono wtedy dach i wzmocniono konstrukcję, dzięki czemu deszcz nie wpłynął negatywnie na elementy wnętrza. W środku do dziś można podziwiać oryginalne freski, sztukaterie czy witraże.

Lower Silesia

Lower Silesia is one of the most interesting and beautiful parts of Poland. Only a drive away from Berlin, Prague or Vienna, this region has always offered a rich mix of cultures, energy and beauty. 

Cancellation Policy

Deposits secure your spot on the retreat and are not refundable. Refunds for the balance payments vary depending on timing. 

There are no refunds permitted for cancellation requests submitted within 21 days of retreat date, no exceptions. 

Exceptions cannot be made for any reason, including weather, injury/illness, or personal emergencies. No refunds or credits will be granted for failure to attend the program or for arriving late or leaving early. 

It is your responsibility to organise suitable travel and health insurance. You acknowledge that the organizers don't provide insurance products and cannot be held liable if your failure to arrange suitable insurance coverage leaves you exposed medically, financially or otherwise.

What’s included

  • Daily Meals
    seasonal breakfast, lunch, dinner + snacks
  • Coffee Tea Juice
    organic refreshments available at any time of the day
  • 2 sessions per day
    pranayama / meditation / kundalini / gong / asana
  • Live Performances
    this is a house of arts and music!

What’s not included

  • Flights / Transportation
    car rental is encouraged / pick up from Wrocław Airport is possible for an additional fee
  • Massage
    available for an additional fee
  • Activities Off-Site
    e.g. horseback riding / water sports / wine tasting

Available Packages

Double Bedroom Premium
Sold Out

25m2, one queen size bed. Perfect for couples or friends. This rate is per person. 

*If you wish to have the room only to yourself, book it for two and we will deduct 80EUR from your final price.

€690
Deposit: €345
Double Bedroom
Sold Out

15m2, one queen size bed. Perfect for couples or friends. This rate is per person. 

*If you wish to have the room only to yourself book it for two and we will deduct 80EUR from your final price.

€625
Deposit: €325
Queen Bedroom
Sold Out

36m2, one queen size bed. Possible to book with your partner/friend OR alone and share with another retreat guest - we then install two single beds. This rate is per person.

*If you wish to have the room only to yourself, book it for two and we will deduct 80EUR from your final price.

€750
Deposit: €375
King Bedroom
Sold Out

48m2, our biggest and most representative bedroom in the ball room wing. One king size bed. Possible to book with your partner/friend OR alone and share with another retreat guest - we then install two single beds. This rate is per person.

*If you wish to have the room only to yourself, book it for two and we will deduct 80EUR from your final price.

€790
Deposit: €395


Your Organizer


DS
Dominik Sadoch
4 reviews
Dominik Sadoch started shaping his creative vision from an early age. At fifteen, he began traveling the world to work with the fashion industry's most successful artists and creators. He was first introduced to yoga through Kundalini lineage in 2018. From then on, meditation became his daily practice. Having begun coaching in 2020, two years later, Dominik completed the Yoga Teacher Training with The Sacred Fig for which he later mentored during the 200h program.

Reviews

I had the pleasure of going on this spontaneous retreat to Poland. I am not an exercise or yoga advocate so I was nervous about what it would entail. I can honestly say it was the most wonderful and important experiences I have ever taken part of. Everything was at one’s own pace! Nothing felt intimidating and it opened my eyes to Kundalini yoga. Breathing to reset my nervous system and practicing meditation in the sun rise and sun set of the magnificent green and golden countryside of Lower Silesia was so moving for me, it opened my mind to the world of simple self care. Something I was always fighting against! The meal time food was also very pure and delicious, all created from the crops and gardens of the retreat location. It was a pleasure to eat well, discover new food and share many special moments whilst interacting and getting to know other people on the retreat. I went away for weeks feeling completely positive when anything challenging came up! I am very grateful for such a beautiful experience. I am so excited to return to the next one this year. Thank you
By Holly S for Castle Yoga Retreat on Apr 03, 2024
TM
Dominik is a truly wonderful host who takes great care in curating an atmosphere ideal for recharging depleted energy, reflection and reconnecting to a sense of wonder. His affinity for hospitality is well matched to his great sensitivity as a yoga and meditation teacher. I had the best time during the retreat and returned home inspired and relaxed. Absolute recommendation!
By Tobias M for New Moon New Year Retreat on Mar 29, 2024
SS
I have traveled with Dominik’s retreat last time, it was a wonderful experience,the atmosphere is amazing,especially love the meditation session.Highly recommended!
By Shuai Shuai L for New Moon New Year Retreat on Mar 29, 2024
KM
It was such an amazing experience. Great people, outstanding landscapes, magic everywhere. A dreamy long weekend. Dom is an incredible host and yoga teacher. His generosity and open heart fills you with the most vibrant energy. I would definitely join him again anywhere in the world.
By Karen M for Chateau Summer Retreat on Sep 05, 2023

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SS
I have traveled with Dominik’s retreat last time, it was a wonderful experience,the atmosphere is amazing,especially love the meditation session.Highly recommended!
By Shuai Shuai L on 29 Mar, 2024