
"More impactful than a decade of therapy, this single weekend will drastically change the way you see your life." Jessie
level 1: boy to king
Find theKing Within
The energy of the King sits within all men.
It is vibrant, powerful and fully connected to life. The healthy integrated archetype of the King allows us to move with the flow of life, guided by a purpose that nourishes the deepest parts of ourselves.
Through the complex journey of life this energy can be lost beneath pain, trauma, addiction, fear and a feeling of not being good enough.
Whilst it may be lost, it is NOT gone.
This retreat has been intricately designed to facilitate the reclaiming of the King energy within, so that you can create the life that you want; the life that you deserve.
Standing as a radiant man in his power will bring you the relationships you want with friends, partners, colleagues and complete strangers.
Everyone will feel the newly-found truth that emanates from you.

"something all men should experience."
Ross Kemp
Sky Broadcasting

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what we do
Here's what we will be doing on the retreat:
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Explore the Four Masculine Archetypes: Each day we’ll explore one of the four archetypes - Lover, Warrior, Magician, and King. We will also look at their opposing shadows and how they can influence your life.
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Emotional Release: We will guide you through life-changing emotional release workshops - powerful, embodied journeys where you can finally let go of decades of emotion and energy stored in the body. Because unlike therapy, which helps you talk about what happened, this work helps you physically release the emotion that’s still stored in your body - so the change is felt, not just understood.
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Sharing Circles & Group work: These circles will allow you to be celebrated in your vulnerability. Healing happens through connection. When one man speaks his truth, he gives permission for others to do the same.
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Movement and Meditation: We will lead easy-to-follow movement and meditation sessions that will allow you to shift energy and connect more deeply with your body.
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Breathwork and Cold Water: We will guide you through Wim Hof-inspired breathing and cold water exposure. This practice is scientifically shown to help heal the body by reducing stress, anxiety, and depression, connecting you to your own power.
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Downtime and Connection: There will also be time for relaxation and connecting with the other men while enjoying the hot tub, sauna, indoor swimming pool, forest walks, fire, drumming, and beautiful food.
"If you want to change your life you come to the unmasked man." Liam

the four masculine archetypes
This journey is built on the foundational map of the four masculine archetypes: King, Warrior, Lover, and Magician. Together, we will explore both their light and their shadow aspects to integrate your power.
THE ARCHETYPES EXPLAINED
How we work with them


THE WARRIOR
The Warrior is one of the most misunderstood energies. A true Warrior has discipline, clear boundaries, and acts with precision. Many men don't know how to access this energy in a healthy way.
Together, we will harness your Warrior, helping you channel anger into power and act decisively, confronting the shadows of the Sadist and the Masochist.
TESTIMONIALS

what you get
This isn't just a retreat to go through the motions; it's an opportunity for profound, life-changing growth. Here is what you will receive:
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A guided journey into embodying the masculine Archetypes.
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Life-changing Transformational Workshops.
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Somatic shadow work & inner child healing.
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Tools to harness and embody your archetypes when you leave.
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Meditation, breath-work & movement sessions.
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Cold water therapy immersion.
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A follow-up group integration call to support you after the retreat.
Accommodation & Amenities:
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4 Days, 3 nights accommodation (Arrive 2:00pm Thursday, depart 5pm Sunday).
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Delicious home-cooked meals each day.
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Shared accommodation.
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Extras including: a wood-fired sauna, hot tub, and indoor swimming pool.
Please note this is a drug and alcohol-free space.
"I found parts of me long forgotten and utterly lost and rekindled the fire inside of me." Craig
this is for you if you:
Are ready to realise who you are beyond the conditioning of society, your parents, and self-imposed limiting beliefs.
Have a deep desire to approach life with an open, undefended heart.
Feel stuck or stagnant and want to live a more fulfilling life that's aligned with your purpose.
Have had enough of immature toxic masculinity and are ready to shift that paradigm by healing yourself first.
Are looking for an adventure away from the 9-5 life to enjoy the freedom and space of the Dorset countryside.
Seek to feel at peace and at ease within yourself, leading to more authentic relationships.
Are open to learning simple practices to feel more powerful, alive, and in love with life.
"I became a better partner, friend, and son." Jamie
the VENUE
In the heart of Dorset

meet your teacher
Alexander Cottle

FOUNDER, COACH & LEAD FACILITATOR
Alexander Cottle
Alexander Cottle is a leading voice in modern men’s work and the founder of The Unmasked Man. Known for his embodied, heart-led approach, he brings together over a decade of experience in somatic shadow work, Eastern philosophy, counselling, yoga, and meditation. His work is rooted in helping men move from the mind into the heart - from performance into presence.
Alexander specialises in teaching the embodied side of shadow work, guiding men to meet and integrate the parts of themselves they’ve hidden, suppressed, or feared. Through his grounded, compassionate facilitation, he’s supported hundreds of men to release shame, reclaim their power, and step into mature masculinity.
He is recognised for the depth and safety he creates - spaces where men can unravel, remember, and rebuild. His work is not about surface-level change. It’s about deep, embodied transformation that stays with you for life.
"Life-changing on so many levels, from how I view and treat myself to how I view and treat others." Alejandro
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