Dare To Be You Retreat
June 24-29, 2024 – Gorges du Verdon, South of France

I invite you to take your masks off and express the REAL and AUTHENTIC you!

"You can't heal the mind with the mind; you can only heal the mind with the body" - A. Huberman

Here's your invite to take charge of your body, mind and heart, and start feeling more aligned and connected with who you truly are!

Get ready for an exciting journey where you get to share your unique stories, break free from overthinking, and rediscover the amazing power of your body.

A journey where being real is the real deal, and dancing is the key to expressing that realness.

Are you ready?!

What to expect?

6 days and 5 nights to help you get the accountability and confidence you need to reconnect to yourself and make your truest desires and aspirations come to life.

Dance, dance, dance — to express your emotions and unique stories. 2h Afro, Dancehall and Sensual dance sessions every day, focused on free flow, grooves and intuitive movement.
Coaching & sharing circles — our self-confidence and movement coaches will give you the tools you need to increase your self-esteem and self-worth, improve your relationship with your thoughts and beliefs, and break free from self-sabotaging behaviours.
Nature & nutritious food — immerse yourself in nature through guided hikes, swims in natural reserves, kayaking and more, and feed off of a delicious and healthy Asian x Mediterranean cuisine.
Creativity & playfulness — let your inner kiddo out through poetry, writing and ceramics workshops (amongst others)!

Now tell me if this is you...

You feel stuck in your head and overthink a lot, which makes you feel overwhelmed and prevents you from making the right decisions for you;

You make yourself small and don’t dare to voice your thoughts because of your doubts and insecurities;

You seek external validation by paying (way too much) attention to how others perceive you;

You don’t feel good, smart or worthy enough of love, friendships or a life that brings you joy and fulfilment;

You compare yourself a lot, which in turns makes you feel super insecure, dims your light even more and prevents you from moving forward with your life;

You fear failure, rejection and/or being left out, so you people please a lot and never truly feel or express yourself anywhere;

You’re expecting too much of yourself, which makes you never fully enjoy yourself or explore what you really love doing;

You’re at a crossroads in your life and are seeking clarity, guidance and accountability on how to move with more courage and honesty, leading a life you love and that aligns with your values and true aspirations;

You’re looking for deeper connections with like-minded individuals, a tribe who understands and appreciate this journey of self-discovery and healing…

If you've said yes to more than five of these statements, then it's time to prioritise your well-being and let yourself shine!

Here's how you're going to feel after spending 6 days together:

Reconnect with your happy self — by quieting your buzzing brain and being in the moment with your feelings and body through dancing. Turn your fears and worries into power for making confident and heart-driven choices for your life.

Express yourself with confidence — use curiosity and playfulness to share your stories boldly and bravely. Our dance sessions will help you break free from overthinking and show you how to let your feelings lead the way.

Feel your inner strength — stop depending on others to make you feel good, worthy or enough. Our group coaching sessions, along with our dance classes and creative activities will boost your self-esteem, self-love and self-worth, so you can live true to yourself and what you honestly believe in.

Share the real you — change the way you talk to yourself from being too critical to being your biggest supporter in life. In this safe place, guided by our coaches and a new group of supportive women like you, you'll leave behind self-criticism, doubts and insecurities, and instead, come out with more clarity, confidence and peace of mind.

Stand in your light — stop hiding yourself, making yourself small and silencing your voice, and start embracing a fresh sense of pride, strength and courage in sharing and celebrating your stories as the superpowers they truly are.

Live honestly — aim for a more purposeful life, one that fosters harmony (within), fulfilment and purpose within yourself and your community.

Imagine this unique environment: dance classes, group coaching and the amazing energy of people on the same journey all teamed, up like superheroes.

Casa Olta is really just the extra sweet part; we're here to help you heal and reestablish balance in your mind, body, and spirit.

So, take a deep breath and be yourself!

What's the exchange?

Included in your package:

• 6 days, 5 nights of accommodation
• Transport from/to airport of Marseille airport
• Daily dance sessions and creativity workshops hosted by Sabou & guests
• 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
• Extra activities like kayaking, ceramics/pottery workshop, hikes and swims
• Ice baths and sauna
• 1x 60min coaching session post-retreat with Sabou

Pricing

Shared studio for 2 people — 3,497€
SOLD OUT

Shared rooms for 2 people — 2,597€
SOLD OUT

* Price are per person.
* All rooms share bathrooms and showers.
* Rooms have single beds that can be connected, ideal for friends coming together 🙂
* Pay in FULL and get 10% discount, or pay over 5 down instalments.

They joined one of our retreats and loved it!

Biggest shift? Realising where I was limiting myself in my mind which translated to my body, movement and expression; and now finding more and more freedom in that.
Benithe, 30
netherlands
Words will never be enough to transcribe the gratitude I have towards these women I met during this experience.
Coralie, 37
france
I loved this experience, and your fantastic warm, energising personality Sabou. You have such great gifts to offer to the world. Thank you very much for being who you are and sharing that. It inspired me and touched me deeply!
Fleur, 39
netherlands
You’ve created such a safe space for everyone, a space to just be, to find the next step in our own journeys and to be utterly and completely ourselves.
Bianca, 37
netherlands

Bienvenue a la Casa Olta!

Welcome to your home away from home, a safe and tranquil haven for hospitality, connection, and discovery.

Meet your host

Hey there! I'm Sabrine, your Dance and Confidence Coach!

I started EMPOW(HER) Experiences late 2021, dreaming of a place for us women to be our real selves through dancing—a way to lead a more exciting, fulfilled and joyful life.

As I struggled with my body for years,never feeling good enough, seeking validation from others, silencing my voice and dimming my light—, dance has helped me break free from my own chains (in the end), reconnect to myself in a healthier way, and live with more alignement, enjoyment and purpose in my life.

Today I'm bringing my knowledge, experiences and wisdom to support and guide you to dare to be yourself by getting out of our own limitations.

I'm super excited to hear your story!

They joined one of our retreats and loved it!

I love your spirit. Next to that I was disconnected to my mind and body for over 10 months of pain and loss. I wanted to feel and start to heal again, this was the perfect time and kickoff and dancing is my medicine.
Elise, 33
netherlands
It was so special to fall in love with my body again ❤️ the different exercises completely cracked me in half. I felt very vulnerable, and it felt ok, as through drawing I realised I don’t need to be a strong trunk, I have other gifts and leaves that are there for me. Also the atmosphere was mega supporting and it was relieving to open up.
Nina, 36
ukraine
I still don't have the words to express how grateful I am for this experience. I'm not in the best moment of my life and I will never forget how happy you made me feel that day! Thank you so much!
Veronica, 29
argentina
Biggest learning for me was that whatever I want to achieve or feel, I need to go back to my body first.
Maela, 31
romania

What's the exchange?

Included in your package:

• 6 days, 5 nights of accommodation
• Transport from/to airport of Marseille airport
• Daily dance sessions and creativity workshops hosted by Sabou & guests
• 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
• Extra activities like kayaking, ceramics/pottery workshop, hikes and swims
• Ice baths and sauna
• 1x 60min coaching session post-retreat with Sabou

Pricing

Shared studio for 2 people — 3,497€
SOLD OUT

Shared rooms for 2 people — 2,597€
SOLD OUT

* Price are per person.
* All rooms share bathrooms and showers.
* Rooms have single beds that can be connected, ideal for friends coming together 🙂
* Pay in FULL and get 10% discount, or pay over 5 down instalments.

A sneak peak into our program...

They joined one of our retreats and loved it!​

Sabou's experience gave me exactly what I need now; to reconnect to my lost inner child, go bananas, my inner child, do something and move strange ways. Thank you ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Sofia, 29
russia
I have always been driven by result and achievements, and had hard time trying new things and exploring what I really liked. It was very refreshing and nurturing for myself to submerge myself in new experiences and actually enjoy the process. LOVED IT. J’ADORE!!! ))))
Nina, 36
ukraine
I'm really impressed by how all the coaches were aligned with this body positive and empowerment vision, and were so close to you. It really created a sense of community from the start, which is very special. Thanks for the bottom of my heart for this experience.​
Maela, 31
france
It was an aaamazing experience, with a very nice French vibe, full of life and courage. All workshops were for me very powerful. A very authentic and profound feminine power.
Alina, 36
romania

You have questions?

If you sitll have any remaining question.s, please email me at saboudanceacademy@gmail.com and I'll get back to you within 48h.

The easiest train station/airport is Marseille. Not to worry, your transfer to/from the airport is included in your package.
The fee covers the 5 nights stay, with all the meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks), all classes, activities, workshops and welcome gift.
Your flights, insurance and visa fees, the extra activities offered in the planning (such as canoe, kayaking, rafting) any other personal expenses you might have.
The beautiful village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is easily accessible by car and considered one of the most beautiful villages in Provence. Surrounded by fields of lavender and olive groves, it is also renowned for its traditional Provençal ceramics. You’ll find numerous workshops and boutiques showcasing beautifully crafted pottery.

And let’s not forget about its many chapels and churches, perched on cliffs and offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The village exudes a relaxed and authentic atmosphere with many cafes, boutiques and art boutiques on cobbled streets. I don’t know about you but I’m getting excited already!
Rami (the chef) will spoil you with both asian and mediterranean food, all fresh (cultivated and picked from the garden), nutritious and delicious.
This retreat is open to 11 Women only, to favour deep connection and bonding, personal feedback, and a more cosy and intimate vibes.
Classes are open to ALL levels so come as you are! No need to have the biggest dance background or experience, only a love for music and movement, your willingness to make it happen, your energy, and we got you covered.
Very easy:
1. Click on the button down below and fill in the form.
2. I will connect with you within the next 48h to schedule our get to know each other call.
3. You’ll receive an email with our terms and conditions, together with the invoice to finalise your registration.
4. Get excited for one of the highs of your 2024!
Once you’ve filled out the contact form, you’re signed up!

The deposit is non-refundable (347€), and cancellations 67 days before the check-in date are non refundable. You will have the option to move your spot to a later retreat (November 2024). Cancellations need to be sent via email at saboudanceacademy@gmail.com.

They joined one of our retreats and loved it!

The prompts and tools provided during this experience was so necessary. (...) You recognised your inner cheerleader's needs and created a safe space for others to do the same. It’s more than just dancing, and it’s more than just writing a few words on paper. It’s a belief in knowing we thrive outward when we journey inward.
Victoria, 30
usa
The workshops were very helpful to work on myself and also to get to know the women in the group in a very open and vulnerable way which immediately creates connection. The grand final was the dancing; I enjoyed every minute and the connection between the women was so great.
Frederique, 45
netherlands
Biggest takeaway is that getting out my comfort zone is uncomfortable but only temporarily and that I've finally found a safe space to be me, authentically, and to explore some parts of myself that I know are here but that I don't always allow out, out of fear/shyness.
Charlotte, 34
france
I feel more comfortable in my own body; I am more courageous to try bigger movements and I stress less about finding new movements but just do what feels right at the moment; still, ways to go, but I definitely feel a difference.
Nicole, 31
poland

What's the exchange?

Included in your package:

• 6 days, 5 nights of accommodation
• Transport from/to airport of Marseille airport
• Daily dance sessions and creativity workshops hosted by Sabou & guests
• 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
• Extra activities like kayaking, ceramics/pottery workshop, hikes and swims
• Ice baths and sauna
• 1x 60min coaching session post-retreat with Sabou

Pricing

Shared studio for 2 people — 3,497€
SOLD OUT

Shared rooms for 2 people — 2,597€
SOLD OUT

* Price are per person.
* All rooms share bathrooms and showers.
* Rooms have single beds that can be connected, ideal for friends coming together 🙂
* Pay in FULL and get 10% discount, or pay over 5 down instalments.

Out of your head and into your body again!

Lead with your feelings first so you can create and live a life of alignment, fulfilment and purpose.

Can't make this time?

Don’t worry, I’m taking you to Costa Rica next November 2024!

Sign up below and be the first one to know and benefit from a very special price!

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