illustration by Natalie Kay-Thatcher

Sweat Lodge

We are honoured you are interested in joining us for this sacred ceremony.

The sweat lodge is an ancient ritual practiced across cultures for thousands of years. It is an intense physical, emotional, and spiritual practice of purification, prayer, and inward reflection. We enter the lodge, representing the earth's womb, a place of safety and love, to call on the wisdom of the earth and cosmos. Together we pray, sing, and release what no longer serves us, held in this sacred space by our ancestors and the Great Mystery of the universe.

In the darkness of the lodge, heated by the glowing stones, we return to our most essential selves. The heat and steam work to cleanse body and spirit, carrying our intentions and prayers forward. In this space we remember our connection to the elements: the water that cleanses, the fire that transforms, the earth that holds us, the air we breathe, and the spirit that moves through all things. We emerge renewed and clear-hearted, ready to receive the healing and guidance we seek. The sweat lodge reminds us that we are connected to all things.

Schedule:

This will be a day retreat held on the new and full moon.

9:15am - Arrive if you wish to participate in the sacred fire lighting ceremony

10:00am - Sacred fire is lit

10:30am - Arrival time (please be punctual)

10:45am - Grounding and connection practices

12:00pm - We enter the lodge for 4 rounds

Afterward - River cleansing followed by eating fruit and nourishing soup together by the fire

Estimated finish - between 3:30-5:30pm

Upcoming dates:

3 Jan 2026, Sat - Full Moon (waiting list)
19 Jan 2026, Mon - New Moon (waiting list)
2 Feb 2026, Mon - Full Moon (waiting list)
17 Feb 2026, Tue - New Moon (available)
For waiting list, please message to add your name and you will be offered a space if someone cancels.

What to Bring:

Two towels: one to sit on inside the lodge, one for after.
For the comfort of all we will be in lodge with lower parts covered. Bring light lower-body clothing (natural fabric shorts, swimwear, sarong, lungi, loincloth, etc.).
Swimwear for the river (optional if you'd prefer to be nude for this).
Water bottle (drinking water provided for refills).
Jungle essentials: natural mosquito repellent and any personal medications.
Warm clothes if needed for after.
Sacred items for the altar.

Important Health Information:

Please inform us if you are working with any of the following conditions, as the ceremony may not be suitable: any heart conditions, blood pressure issues, pregnancy, psychological conditions including bipolar disorder, epilepsy, PTSD or un-supported traumatic experiences, previous psychosis, or schizophrenia.

We will be in a small, womb-like structure in pitch-black darkness for several hours. If this brings up concerns, please reach out beforehand (this practice can also be beneficial for working through these emotions).

Practical Information:

The site is in the jungle, we will be immersed in nature. Be mindful and aware as you are moving around the jungle for other living creatures big and small. If you are allergic to insect, bee, wasp, etc stings please bring your appropriate medication / epipen.

There is no toilet. Please go beforehand or bring toilet paper with you if needed.

It will be a mixed gender lodge unless it is specified otherwise.

Fruit and soup will be provided after exiting the lodge. This will be plant-based and sattvic - onion and garlic free. We unfortunately cannot cater for any allergies or intolerances.

We will not be using any plant medicines and anyone who has taken anything will not be permitted to enter into the lodge.

Location:

We are at a beautiful location in the jungle, about 20 mins from Patnem towards Netravali and off-road through a farm. Detailed instructions will be sent on confirmation of attending. Please note it is only accessible by scooter, bike-taxi or by foot; car-taxis will not be able to access. We can help arrange ride-shares with enough notice.

Pre-preparations:

To honour yourself and the ceremony, we invite you to prepare mindfully:

Rest well the night before and refrain from intoxicants like alcohol.
Keep well hydrated beforehand, coconut water is especially nourishing.
For some people fasting beforehand can be very beneficial (if it feels good for you).
This is a co-creation space; you are invited to share songs and prayers in the lodge, so if you have an offering then it will be very welcome and encouraged.
Set intentions for the day. Reflect on what you wish to call into your life and what you're ready to release through prayer and purification.
Do whatever morning practices you align with.
Try to avoid making plans after the ceremony. Give yourself spaciousness to rest, reflect, and integrate the experience.

Exchange:

We request ₹2000 per person to cover materials, wood, water, food, and energy exchange for all facilitators. Paid in cash or by GPay. A portion of proceeds will go towards supporting medical aid in Gaza for Palestinian people.

Please note: Cancellations made within 7 days of the lodge will incur a 50% fee and within 2 days of the lodge will incur a 100% fee if the space cannot be filled.

Sign up to request to join:

Fill in the contact form below to express interest. Either add your WhatsApp number or your email and we will get back to you on whichever one you enter.

If you need to cancel, kindly let us know with as much notice as you can so we may offer your space to another person.

Get in touch if you would like a private group lodge or as part of a retreat.

We look forward to sweating together in ceremony.

Love Lewis, Belinda & Nina

Aho 🪶