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THE EMBODIED KING
MEN'S INTENSIVE

A 4 day retreat for men ready to rise, heal and lead

from embodied depth.

Ardèche, France

June 9th -13th, 2026 

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BECOME THE MAN IN FULL
YOUR COMMUNITY IS
 PRAYING FOR

The Embodied King Men's Intensive is a 4 day retreat for men ready to walk the path of embodied spiritual and psychological maturation, healing and heart centered masculine leadership.  

TEK Men's Intensive is for the man who's ready to face his pain and evolve beyond adolescent boyhood patterns and become the force of healing, presence and love for his lineage, himself, his family and all his relations.

 

This retreat is a ceremony in and of itself that will put you face to face with your most sensitive and vulnerable truths and give you a true opportunity to meet, heal and embrace whatever it is that's keeping you from being the man you came here to be.
 

THIS ISN'T JUST A RETREAT.
IT'S A COMPLETE PATH IN ITSELF

What you will learn. 

How to heal the root traumas of your childhood and re father yourself. 

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How to expand the capacity of your nervous system to hold intensity with ease. 

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How to lead all areas of your life powerfully from embodied presence. 

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The framework of the complete path of spiritual development for the masculine. 

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How to integrate your shadows and mature from adolescent pyschology to that of a mature, embodied and awakened man. 

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What men are saying

"This retreat was the most profound experience of my life. It was the best thing I've ever done for myself."
- Richard, Austria 

THE HEALING POWER OF SACRED BROTHERHOOD

There is a very specific alchemy of healing that can happen when men come together with other men in a safe and deeply honest way. 

A level of healing can be accessed that simply cannot be accessed in other kinds of social or retreat environments. 

Something ancient is remembered at the level of the nervous system, a relaxation occurs, and the heart and body are able to release what it was previously holding onto so tightly. 

 

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"The Embodied King is who every man is when all masks are removed, and the way of the Heart is all he knows."
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THIS RETREAT IS FOR YOU IF: 

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You're done speaking about making a change and are ready to walk a path of true and lasting transformation in brotherhood & deep inner work.

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You know there's a deeper experience of life, love, meaning & purpose that longs to to be lived through you and you're ready to embody it. 

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You're ready to break the chains of wounded masculinity in your own being, family lineage and on this planet.  

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You're ready to experience true peace, clarity and integral alignment in all areas of your life.  

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You're ready to break your patterns of emotional collapse, depression, anxiety or confusion.  

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You're ready to face and truly heal the wounds & traumas of your past so they no longer hi jack your heart, nervous system and relationships.  

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You're ready to face and truly heal the wounds & traumas of your past so they no longer hi jack your heart, nervous system and relationships.  

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You're longing for proven & clear step by step sequential path of healing, maturation and awakening specifically for the masculine.

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You're interested in spiritual path that integrates somatics, trauma healing, psychological maturation, meditation, non duality and ancient traditions into one clear coherent path.

If any of these speak to you, you're in the right place, found the right path & with the right brothers.  

THE LOCATION

Château de Boulogne in Ardèche, France 

Nestled in the breathtaking natural beauty of Ardèche, Château de Boulogne offers an extraordinary setting where medieval history meets timeless elegance.

Dating back to the Middle Ages, this historic castle combines magnificent ancient ruins with beautifully restored spaces. Its elegant rooms feature original stone walls, refined interiors, and luxurious comfort, preserving the authentic charm and soul of the château.

Surrounded by pristine nature, the castle offers a unique atmosphere of tranquility, beauty, and enchantment. A truly magical setting for a retreat of transformation, connection, and renewal.

MEET YOUR GUIDE:
IAN WILKES

Ian is a world class men's work facilitator and master coach, couples intimacy and relationship coach, breath-work and trauma release facilitator, and yoga/meditation teacher. In 2012, Ian left his life as a night club promoter and hotel manager in New York City on a spontaneous longing for meaning, healing and truth. Ian then spent 14 years and continuing in deep practice and study of ancient spiritual traditions and healing arts around the world. From living in ashrams in India, to Buddhist monasteries in Myanmar, to being an apprentice to an Ayahuasca shaman in the Amazon to studying with masters of modern healing modalities, to spending 3+ years in silent solitary retreats. This intense longing for truth and practice lead him to experience life changing healing and profound moments of deep understanding and illumination. After many years spent in solitude on this journey a deeper integration began to take place when there was an awakening to the reality of the suffering of men and the epidemic of wounded masculinity on our planet. It was soon revealed that his true calling was to be in devoted service to the healing, maturation and awakening of men as well as re initiating the spiritual path of intimate relationship and the healing between the masculine and feminine. Through that realization an absolute devotion arose to the study, experience and integration of men's work and relationship on the path of embodied awakening. Ian has now been holding life changing courses and retreats all over the world for 7 years for men and also for couples with his beloved wife Valentina. He founded The Embodied King Men's Work, a thriving global brotherhood and complete spiritual path in itself for the healing and awakening of the masculine soul. In the field of relationship he also founded The Path of True Intimacy with his wife Valentina, a complete modality for the spiritual path of intimate relationship. Because of his deep curiosity, fire for practice and openness to all angles of healing and spiritual awakening he studied and immersed himself deeply in many paths and modalities including Yoga, meditation, trauma release, psychotherapy, inner child work, Tantra, embodied intimacy, relationship therapy, plant medicine, shadow work, group therapy, men's work and much more. Ian now combines his vast knowledge of all these modalities and his personal journey and relationship to support the prayer of healing and awakening for men, and couples through retreats and courses all of over the world.

"Be the kind of man you wish to see in this world. Answer that prayer, walk again in a good way and take refuge in the brotherhood & the work."
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FAQ'S & More Information

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THERE ARE ONLY 20 SPOTS AVAILABLE

This will be a very intimate retreat, in a very special location.  If you're serious about truly healing your wounds, transforming you life, and becoming the man-in-full your life, relationships, legacy & lineage is praying for, this is for you. Sign Up Now.

  • TEK Men's Intensive

    996€
     
    One time payment of €996
     
    • 4 nights & 5 days of luxury accomodation in shared rooms
    • 3 organic home cooked meals per day
    • Life changing tranformation
    • Direct guidance & support from Ian
  • TEK Men's Intensive 3 x Payment Plan

    332€
    Every month
    3 x monthly payments of €332
    Valid for 3 months
    • 4 nights & 5 days of luxury accomodation in shared rooms
    • 3 organic home cooked meals per day
    • Life changing transformation
    • Direct guidance & support from Ian

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