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Masculine Alchemy: Brahmacharya

Semen Retention as a Path to
Inner Mastery

Upcoming Dates:

Not currently scheduled

Awaken Your Masculine Essence, Master Your Sexual Energy, and Align with Your Higher Purpose

This 4-day workshop is a deep initiation into the sacred path of brahmacharya, guiding you to reclaim your masculine power through conscious semen retention. You’ll discover how sexual masculine energy, when mastered, becomes a force for inner clarity, purpose, and spiritual transformation.

You’ll explore the yogic and Tantric sexuality foundations of this practice, including the physical, energetic, and ethical dimensions. The format includes theory, group dialogue, Self-Inquiry, guided meditation, and tools for energy sublimation, as well as daily Hridaya Hatha Yoga sessions.

This space is for men ready to explore a new kind of masculinity—rooted in Awareness, discipline, and devotion. Join us and unlock your full potential.

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Content

  • Finally understand what no one ever taught you: Mastering your sexual energy is the missing key to your confidence, purpose, and masculine power.
  • Discover the ancient wisdom behind semen retention—the benefits of brahmacharya for modern men, and how it has empowered men for millennia.
  • Break free from addiction to ejaculation and lust. Master your impulses and learn to lead your masculine energy with awareness and power.
  • Sexual transmutation of energy into purpose and pure intention: Build a life of impact, direction, and inner alignment.
  • Discover the spiritual power of brahmacharya—how to practice semen retention for spiritual growth, and how it leads to strength, presence, and devotion.
  • Master the tools of transformation: sublimation techniques, breathwork, bandhas, and Taoist meditations.
  • Reclaim your masculinity with integrity and develop the moral compass to carry this power with compassion.
  • Apply all of this to your sex life. Experience intimacy without ejaculation, with deeper presence, connection, and freedom.
  • Sit with other men on the same path—share in Truth, receive support, and grow in authentic brotherhood.
  • Anchor everything in Presence and Self-Inquiry—so that transformation becomes awakening.

“He who conquers others is strong; he who conquers himself is mighty.”

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–Lao Tzu
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Workshop Leader(s)

Julio Garreta

Julio Garreta is a Spanish teacher and men’s mentor committed to supporting the conscious transformation of masculinity through the mastery of sexual energy. He completed the Hridaya Teacher Training Course in 2017 and taught Hridaya Hatha Yoga regularly at the school in Longeval, France, from 2018 to 2019. He also holds other certifications in yoga teaching and coaching...

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Schedule

07:00-08:00
Meditation (optional)
08:00-09:00
Breakfast
09:00-12:00
Morning session
13:00-15:00
Lunch and break
15:00-17:30
Afternoon session*
17:30-18:30
Dinner
18:30-20:30
Evening session
20:30-22:00
Rest or optional activities
22:00
Mauna (noble silence)

*On the last day, the workshop will end with the afternoon session.
Schedule subject to change.

Pricing and Practical Information

Workshop – Pricing and Practical Information | In person

Location

Longeval, France

Language

English

Workshop Leader(s)

Julio Garreta

Please Note:

  • This workshop is open to men only. No previous yoga or meditation experience is required.
  • The workshop begins the morning after arrival and ends the evening before departure. Check-in is available from 14:00 on the date of arrival.
  • Please read our Payment, Refund, and Amendment Guidelines before booking.
  • For more information about our center, including how to get to Longeval, please visit this page.
  • As a non-profit, Hridaya keeps prices low to ensure accessibility. If the costs still exceed your budget, you are welcome to apply for the low-income discount.
Annual Membership Fee

A €10 fee will be charged if you are joining Hridaya France for the first time or if your annual membership has expired.

Tuition

€300 per person

Food & Accommodation

Food and accommodation costs are supplemental to the tuition fee. You may choose from available accommodation options or stay off-site. We request that all guests have at least one meal per day in our vegan dining room.

Dates and Registration

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Our beloved Hridaya Hatha Yoga Modules usually start the week after workshops end.
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Did You Know?
We have many online resources to help you deepen your practice, including articles, a free Hridaya Hatha Yoga app, and more.
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