EVOCORE: OUR PSYCHEDELIC RETREAT PROGRAM
Explore. realize. transform.
Explore the deep dimensions of yourself with our carefully crafted psychedelic retreat program EvoCORE. Take part in a transformative experience in which you can learn not only about yourself, but also about the world around you through new perspectives.
EvoCORE is our high-quality 4-day retreat program for anyone curious about a psychedelic experience with legal psilocybin-containing truffles, while at the same time being able to trust into the safety and support that comes with professional guidance. EvoCORE offers you this safe group setting accompanied by empathetic and attuned facilitators in a trusting atmosphere with like-minded people.
The 8-week program includes two virtual preparation sessions and two virtual group integration sessions. The group size is typically 10-12 people.
EvoCORE helps people release their creative energies, connect with their innermost questions about life, reorient themselves, and grow personally or spiritually. In doing so, we especially target all those who are willing to question, learn, and evolve.
What is the question you bring?
At EvoCORE, we believe that purpose and vitality come from a deep alignment with one’s inner self. Our retreat serves as a compass, guiding you towards the sources of your passions and longings. Through our guided journey, you’ll find professional and emphatic support in uncovering layers of your consciousness, revealing deeper layers of your being and the path that awaits.
Often, feeling trapped or stagnant stems from unprocessed emotions, limiting beliefs, or unresolved past experiences. EvoCORE provides a sanctuary where you can confront these blockages head-on. With the transformative power of psilocybin truffles and our expert guidance, you’ll navigate the intricate landscapes of your psyche, unearthing the roots of your constraints and setting your potential free. Delve into the recesses of your mind, let go of the old, and emerge reborn.
Life, with its boundless intricacies, holds secrets waiting to be discovered. In our carefully designed program and supportive environment, you will feel safe to journey into the depths of your consciousness, potentially even transcending the ordinary and touching the realms of the transpersonal. In this expanded state you might gain insight into the universe’s grand tapestry.
Your path is unique, laden with adventures that resonate specifically with your soul. At EvoCORE, we facilitate introspection, allowing you to tap into your innermost aspirations and visions. As the veil of everyday life lifts, clarity emerges, pointing you towards adventures that promise growth, excitement, and fulfillment. We help you understand what is truly important to you and get your priorities clear.
Authenticity is the harmony between your inner world and the life you manifest externally. At EvoCORE, we champion the journey towards genuine self-expression. By delving deep into your core, you’ll find the courage to live courageously and wholeheartedly, fostering connections that are genuine, profound, and nurturing. Experience what it means to embrace your new-found self with a sense of peace, dignity and compassion. In this space of authenticity, true belonging blossoms and heartfelt connections are forged.
Overview over your EvoCORE retreat program journey
THE EVOCORE PSYCHEDELIC JOURNEY CONSISTS OF THREE PHASES
I. Preparation
The better you are prepared for our intense immersion, the deeper will be your experience. You will get to know your fellow program participants as well as the EvoCORE team and learn what's important for the upcoming weeks. We cover fundamental aspects, such as intention setting, the importance of set & setting for a fruitful journey, how we can understand consciousness and the mind from a scientific perspective, what we know from research what happens with the mind under the influence of psychedelics and many more. I addition, we have some reading and prep work for you in store.
Organization: 2 virtual group sessions
II. Immersion
This is where you will meet your fellow retreat participants as well as our facilitators and guides in-person. You will experience altered states first-hand through breathwork, mindfulness meditation and movement practice. You will be prepared for your psychedelic ceremony with psilocybin-containing truffles and will have the chance to dive deeply into unchartered territories of your mind. We have space together on-site to start the digestion and integration process, individually, together, and in nature.
Organization: 4 days, full-time, on-site in the Netherlands
III. Integration
After you return from the immersion into your day-to-day life, now is the time to solidify your insights and ensure that you put into practice what you have learned. After all, true transformation lies in integrating these insights into your daily life. You will receive support from your fellow group of participants and from our coaches in multiple virtual group sessions where we will continue to guide you on your personal journey of growth and development.
Organization: 2 virtual group sessions
Three pillars of EvoCORE
Explore
Exploration isn’t merely an act of discovery but a commitment to understanding the multi-dimensional aspects of oneself. It’s about confronting the unknown, asking the difficult questions, and accepting the treasures that lie deep within. This is where we will support you: our journey encourages a deep dive into the vastness of the self and of life. It’s about seeking clarity, understanding our patterns, and gently questioning our preconceived notions. This introspection, guided by our professional team, aims to provide a clearer perspective on the intricate layers of your being. By probing your inner realms, you might unearth dormant desires, buried emotions, and untapped potential.
Realize
Gaining true insight cannot be forced or willed into existence. Some spiritual teachers say profound insight or “awakening” comes by accident. Well, we at Evolute Institute think that through the right conditions, commitment and inner work, we can at least invite insight and reconnection into our lives.
For some, deep insight might come as moment of realization when dormant truths spring to life, illuminating one’s path. For others, it may come as small, quiet realizations that gradually piece together a clearer picture. With EvoCORE, insight and reconnection is about tuning in, noticing the nuances, and seeing the familiar with a fresh perspective, with beginner’s eyes. It’s about recognizing the patterns that serve us and letting go of those that don’t, all while fostering a heightened yet grounded state of awareness.
Transform
Transformation is a journey, not a destination. EvoCORE’s approach to transformation is rooted in compassion, patience, and responsibility. It’s about small shifts that make a meaningful difference over time. Rather than drastic changes, we focus on the gradual evolution of thought patterns, behaviors, and beliefs. We guide you through a process where insights lead to mindful actions, fostering a life more in tune with your genuine self. Our program fosters a space where insights will turn into actions, and realizations manifest as tangible shifts in your life.
UPCOMING EVOCORE RETREAT program DATES 2024
places available
Preparation
- Week 1: TuesdayMarch 05, 2024 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
- Week 2: Tuesday March 12, 2024 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Immersion
- Week 3: Arrival on Sunday March 17, 2024 at 12:00 CET | Transitium Zeeveld, NL
- Week 3: Departure on Wednesday March 20, 2024 at 15:00 CET | Transitium Zeeveld, NL
Integration
- Week 5: Wednesday March 27, 2024 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
- Week 7: Thursday April 11, 2024 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Dates for preparation and integration are provisional and subject to change. Immersion dates are fixed.
The main retreat language is English. Our facilitators speak multiple languages though and your 1:1 sessions plus individual conversations can be in German, French, Dutch, Russian or Spanish as well. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns regarding language.
places available
Preparation
- Week 1: Tuesday May 07, 2024 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
- Week 2: Tuesday May 14, 2024 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Immersion
- Week 3: Arrival on Tuesday May 21, 2024 at 12:00 CET | Transitium Zeeveld, NL
- Week 3: Departure on Friday May 24, 2024 at 15:00 CET | Transitium Zeeveld, NL
Integration
- Week 5: Wednesday June 5, 2024 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
- Week 8: Wednesday June 26, 2024 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Dates for preparation and integration are provisional and subject to change. Immersion dates are fixed.
The main retreat language of this retreat is GERMAN. Our facilitators speak multiple languages though and your 1:1 sessions plus individual conversations can be in English, French, Dutch, Russian or Spanish as well. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns regarding language.
More retreat dates are available if you are interested in our EvoLEAD retreat program for entrepreneurs, change-makers, organizational leaders & other leadership pioneers.
What transformation can you expect?
- Self-knowledge: Explore your own depths like you never did before to understand who you truly are.
- Potential: See what you are capable of and start tapping into your full potential.
- Purpose: Connect with that deep yearning inside of you to find your unique path in life.
- Growth: Face your blind spots and blockages (e.g. fear, shame, anger...) to relieve unnecessary limits and constraints.
- Connection: Experience how a deepened connection to yourself, to other people and to your environment changes the way you live.
Dr. Dmitrij Achelrod,
co-founder Evolute Institute
Is the Retreat program right for your personal growth journey?
We invite you to schedule a call with us. Together, we can explore any questions or concerns you may have. We can explore whether this program is right for you at this time and ensure you feel confident about and ready to embrace this transformative experience.
“We are here to support your exploration, at your pace, with no expectations.” – Dmitrij Achelrod
What our retreat Program participants say
Your investment into the journey of a lifetime
We care about accessibility. This is why we offer three payment brackets based on your pre-taxes household income (previous year/expected in the current year). Our private rates are:
< € 80.000 / year
€ 80-120.000 / year
> € 120.000 / year
Your investment includes the entire 8-week hybrid EvoCORE retreat program, including
- The medical-psychological screening
- All virtual group sessions for preparation and integration
- The complete on-site program including the support by expert facilitators, faculty, medical doctors and guides
- 1:1 guidance during the retreat on-site
- Your accommodation and all meals
- Access to a community of like-minded and like-hearted curious minds
- And of course the psilocybin-assisted psychedelic experience in a safe, legal and supported group setting
For questions regarding your pricing bracket or payment plans don’t hesitate to reach out.
Dr. Dmitrij Achelrod,
co-founder Evolute Institute
CURIOUS?
LET'S HAVE A CHAT...
We invite you to schedule a call with us. Together, we can delve into any questions or concerns you might have. We can explore whether our retreat program is right for you at this time, and ensure you feel confident about and ready to embrace this transformative experience.
Essential Information
We have two guiding criteria for the admission of applicants to our program: safety and group fit.
Safety: Making sure there are no contraindications
- Because we want to maximize your safety, we require all applicants to fill out a screening questionnaire on their mental and physical health as well as to undergo a screening call with one of our medical professionals prior to admission. While we strive to adhere to the best known therapeutic practices and professional standards, we currently do not treat mental illnesses. This is why we do not admit participants with e.g. diagnoses of depression, PTSD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or anxiety disorders.
Group fit: Curating a good group
- Group dynamics are paramount for a powerful experience – hence, unfortunately, we cannot accept every applicant that passed the medical-psychological screening.
- We aim to assemble a coherent yet diverse group of participants who can support each other during and after the program. Our participants must be willing to enter into an honest, open and sometimes challenging dialogue with themselves and with others. They need to be curious and willing to engage in self-exploration, reflection and deep inner work.
- This is why, prior to final admission, we have individual video / phone calls with every applicant to ensure participant-program fit.
We would like to highlight that simply taking psychedelics (legal psilocybin-containing truffles) is not the primary goal and intention of EvoCORE. Rather, we perceive psychedelics (psilocybin-containing truffles) as an instrument for insight and development, an extraordinarily powerful “consciousness technology”.
Given the right mindset, ceremonial setting, preparation and integration, psychedelic experiences can potentially catalyze profound development. To induce a deep state of altered consciousness, our participants consume legal psychoactive psilocybin truffles on the day of their guided psychedelic ceremony. This is intended to help them deepen their self-exploration, do their inner work, or have a new physical, emotional or spiritual reference experience.
These truffles contain the psychedelic molecules psilocin and its phosphorylated counterpart psilocybin. Once ingested, psilocybin is metabolized by the body into psilocin, and then unfolds its serotonergic effect – what people usually refer to as “the trip”.
The dose of ingested truffles can be adapted to each participant’s individual profile and preferences.
In the Netherlands, psychedelic truffles are legal, while psychedelic mushrooms were classified as a scheduled substance in 2007. The legal truffles are sourced from authorized and quality-controlled manufacturers in the Netherlands.
We maximize your safety by the right screening, preparation, facilitation, and integration.
Screening:
We undertake a physical / mental health screening via an online questionnaire and a phone call to minimize the risk of any potentially adverse health-related outcome. Clinical evidence shows that psilocybin from truffles is a physiologically safe substance with no known addictive effects (e.g. see here).
Preparation:
Participants will learn about a responsable approach to working with psychedelics (risk and harm reduction). Latest scientific evidence will be presented about the potential upsides and downsides of using psychedelics. In addition, they will receive guidance in how to navigate during states of altered consciousness.
Facilitation:
The psychedelic ceremonies with legal psilocybin-containing truffles we offer are guided by experienced facilitators and guides. Our experts give you enough freedom to make your own steps and will be always at your side in case you need their support.
Integration:
Psychedelic experiences with psilocybin-containing truffles can be very profound and transformative. Journeyers can go through intense emotions days and weeks after their ceremony. This is why we crafted an integration program that will help you incorporate your insights into your life in a sustainable manner.
We know very well how important privacy is to most of our participants. We will never share any information about our clients publicly or to any third-party. We will never post photos of participants from our retreats without the prior explicit written approval from the affected participants.
We process personal data (e.g. name, email address) in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation 2016/679 (“GDPR”).
The EVOCORE 4-day immersion will take place in the Netherlands.
Our exclusive retreat center is located in a calm and green spot around 90 car minutes away from Amsterdam.
The facilities offer a relaxing and private atmosphere with ideal conditions for contemplation and introspection.
All participants will be housed in simple but high-quality rooms.
We will offer fresh and healthy drinks and vegetarian food.
We will get in touch with you regarding your logistics as soon as you have been admitted to EVOCORE.
The main language for the group sessions (virtual and on-site) and of the EvoCORE material is English unless otherwise specified. Some EvoCORE retreats are held primarily in German (see retreat dates calendar on our website).
However, our facilitators and guides speak multiple languages and your 1:1 sessions plus individual conversations on-site can be in German, English, French, Dutch, Russian or Spanish as well. Let us know during the application phase if you have any questions or concerns regarding languages.
Our highest aim is to provide a safe and highly customised context for profound self-exploration and transformation. Participating in our program is an investment into your personal development and probably a “once in a lifetime” experience.
The price for the EVOCORE retreat program depends on your household income and ranges between EUR 2.490 and 4.490. This includes all costs for the entire program (screening, prep & integration group sessions, 1-on-1 coaching sessions on-site, ceremony, curated content, facilitators and coaches) as well as accommodation, learning material, food, and drinks. Your travel costs are not included in this price.
In case your financial situation doesn’t allow you to pay the full price please reach out to us – there is a limited number of stipends available for applicants in low-income situations or from the non-profit, public and academic domains and we will discuss your options with you on an individual basis.