Dark retreat – participants’ experiences
The experiences of dark retreat participants can be summed up in these most common points:
- A deeper understanding of yourself
- A more contented life
- Renewed relationships with those close to you
- Finding your values and goals
- Relief from stress
We don’t know of anyone who has regretted darkness therapy. Regardless of age, gender or profession, participants rate their dark retreat positively and say it was the right thing for them.

Darkness therapy experiences are subjective
Please bear in mind that the feelings and course of a dark retreat are individual, and that other participants’ experiences may create expectations in you.
Michal – My escape from a world in a hurry
My dark retreat with Lenka and Tomáš was my very first. After reading through the manual in the cabin and getting my bearings in the space, I switched off the light. The first hours were really interesting – my eyes kept subconsciously searching for even…
Radek – how 3 nights helped me find peace of mind
Relief, balance, peace of mind, cleansing, rest, reconciliation.
The retreat is like one long night
Heading into total darkness for a whole week may sound like an unimaginably long time to some.
Pavel: my way out of addiction
"The dark retreat was a big test of my mind.
Lenka – a week in the dark that showed me the colours of life
I had been planning to go into the dark for several years, but I kept putting it off.
We took home a sense of calm
Stopping in today's rushed world can be a tough nut to crack.
Three days are a springboard
Mostly I feel rested. Of course I've got more energy, but I'm also kind of looking forward to things more.
I used shamanic drums
I set out on this journey at a moment when I felt I needed a change.
I dreamt I was sleeping on a bunk bed
Well, I feel great. That was the very first thing that came to mind when the door opened and I stepped outside.
The darkness shows the way
For many people, DARKNESS THERAPY means meeting themselves in a way they never experience in everyday life.










