Deep U Retreat
A journey to self-discovery, healing, and purpose, guided by cutting-edge methodologies inspired by insights from the world’s leading experts in human flourishing.
January 27-30, 2025
Kanha Shanti Vanam, Hyderabad, India
Registrations will open soon
Start your path of self-discovery
Every human being has a unique potential, as well as the right (and the responsibility) to manifest it fully, flourishing at their highest level. The Deep U Retreat helps participants become more aware, release and let go of obstacles, uncover their true Essence and highest Self, and prototype ways of working and living aligned with a Greater Good. Learn from Vasco Gaspar, an internationally acclaimed speaker trained by leading experts worldwide in the fields of human flourishing.
A combination of proven
methodologies
In the retreat, you'll experience carefully selected practices rooted in cutting-edge awareness-based, trauma-informed, and heart-centered methodologies, developed by internationally renowned institutions, teachers, and thought leaders, all within an environment of stillness and care.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a capacity all humans beings possess, and that can be cultivated, for being aware and awake rather than operating unconsciously. Being mindful helps you come off autopilot and shift up a gear, bringing wisdom and choice to all areas of your life.
Created by Prof Otto Scharmer from MIT, it is a awareness-based framework of leadership, innovation and change for understanding current reality and exploring emerging future possibilities—as an individual and as a group. Can also be body-based through practicing Social Presencing Theater.
Presencing
A powerfully transformative model of psychotherapy that states that the mind is comprised of multiple inner parts that contain valuable qualities that our core Self knows how to heal, allowing us to become integrated and whole.
Internal Family Systems
Heartfulness
A practical, innovative and secular approach that allows us to tune into our hearts and learn to be centered in ourselves. By strengthening that connection, we cultivate an inner knowing that wisely directs and guides us to become who we’re meant to be.
Polyvagal Theory
A neuroscientific and psychological approach to regulate emotions and social connection. It focuses on simple and practical adaptive behaviors that allow us to regulate our nervous system, making us feel adapted, connected and secure.
A psychotherapeutic approach developed by Dr. Gabor Maté that reveals the level of consciousness, mental climate, hidden assumptions, implicit memories and body states that run our lives and how to liberate ourselves from them.
Compassionate Inquiry
What to expect
Immersive Experience
Engage in a deep exploration through brief insights, followed by experiential activities, including individual exercises (e.g., meditation, journaling) and group dynamics.
Leading Methodologies
Learn from proven practices like Mindfulness, Polyvagal Theory, and IFS, integrated with timeless wisdom to enhance personal growth.
Sensing Journeys
Discover the award-winning Heartfulness campus, benefit from its serenity, and get inspired by how regenerative practices and social impact can positively influence the world around us.
Initiation to Heartfulness
Discover Heartfulness, a practical and modern meditation approach for personal flourishing.
Practical Takeaways
Become more aware, release and let go of obstacles, uncover your true Essence and highest Self, and prototype ways of bringing your uniqueness to the world.
Resource Toolbox
Leave the retreat equipped with practical tools, resources and a detailed manual with over 150 pages of meditations, exercises, and tips for ongoing practice.
Recommendations
Some testimonials or recommendations of previous participants.
“An experience that reconnects you with your true wisdom, essence, and humanity. It's a reconnection with your true potential.”
Silvia
"Deep U was life changing. The program’s design and facilitation brought awareness to patterns of stuckness and provided practices to move through those patterns with ease. I now feel at peace and more connected as a result of the program."
Abri
"A pause. A journey inward. A space to feel and listen to the ourselves. The discovery or rediscovery of a direction and the obstacles on that path."
Ana C.
Get Inspired
Watch the video from the previous edition
About Vasco Gaspar
Vasco Gaspar holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Coimbra and is the author of the book 'Aqui e Agora - Mindfulness,' as well as the programs 'ZBHD: 8-week mindfulness protocol,' and 'Deep U - Awareness-Based Human Flourishing.' He works globally as a facilitator and speaker in Conscious Leadership and Human Flourishing, impacting over 30,000 people worldwide. Vasco specializes in integrating contemplative practices like Mindfulness, Heartfulness, and Presencing with psychotherapeutic methods such as IFS, Polyvagal Theory, and Compassionate Inquiry. He has collaborated with organizations like SAP, Santander, and the United Nations, and has been directly trained by luminaries including Kamlesh Patel, Gabor Maté, Otto Scharmer, Arawana Hayashi, Richard Schwartz, Daniel J. Siegel, and Deb Dana. Vasco is dedicated to inspiring a more human and compassionate world.
THE FACILITATOR
Maria is a core team member of the u-school for Transformation at the Presencing Institute, working to explore ideas on how to support and scale profound societal innovation. She is also a member of the BMW Foundation Responsible Leaders Network. Learn more here.
Stan is a diplomat and visiting faculty member at universities and companies. He has developed a course on the science of meditation and is dedicated to spreading the benefits of meditation from a scientific perspective.
The team
Schedule and logistics
The program runs daily from 7 AM to 6 PM, with optional early morning yoga sessions. Several breaks and campus tours are included, and vegetarian meals will be provided.
Please bring comfortable clothing and be prepared to remove your shoes.
The program is open to newcomers and Heartfulness practitioners above 16 years old. It will be conducted in English.
Sample schedule
06:30 AM - 07:00 AM Yoga
07:00 AM - 08:00 AM Meditation
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM BREAKFAST
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM Workshop
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM BREAK
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Workshop
12:30 PM - 02:00 PM LUNCH
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM Tour
03:30 PM - 04:00 PM BREAK
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM Workshop
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM Heartful Integration
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM FREE TIME
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM DINNER
Kanha Shanti Vanam
Heartfulness Center in Telengana, Hyderabad, India
An award-winning green and social project, and one of the world's largest meditation halls with capacity for 100,000 meditating toghether.
The venue
Accommodation
Tailor Your Retreat Experience Based on Your Stay. The cost of the retreat varies depending on the accommodation you choose, offering flexibility to suit your preferences—from cozy dorms to luxurious hotel rooms.
Pearl Hotel
A 4-star hotel within walking distance of the venue, offering single or double occupancy rooms at 5,000 INR per night, plus 12% tax.
(approx. 54€ / $60 USD per night + tax)
Self-serviced apartments offering single or double occupancy rooms at 2,500 INR per night, plus 12% tax.
(approx. 27€ / $30 USD per night + tax)
North Block Apartments
Comfort Dorms
Bunk beds in large dorms are included in the program price.
Accommodation
Tailor Your Retreat Experience Based on Your Stay. The cost of the retreat varies depending on the accommodation you choose, offering flexibility to suit your preferences—from cozy dorms to luxurious hotel rooms.
Pearl Hotel
A 4-star hotel at walking distance of the venue. Rooms available for single or double occupancy, at 5,000 INR per night + 12% Tax
(approx. 54€ / $60 USD per night + Tax)
Wellness Center
There are 10 rooms available for single or double occupancy, at 5,500 INR per night + 12% Tax
(approx. 59€ / $66 USD per night + Tax)
Self-serviced apartments. Rooms available for single or double occupancy at 2,500 INR per night + 12% Tax
(approx. 27€ / $30 USD per night + Tax)
North Block Apartments
Comfort Dorms
Bunk beds in large dorms included in the price.
Tuition
Although similar programs in the market typically cost around 87,000 INR (930 € / USD $1040), we have intentionally set the Deep U Retreat at a more accessible price to ensure broader participation while still creating a positive impact. The ticket price is designed to cover all essential costs, making the project sustainable, while also contributing to the Heartfulness Institute, our hosting organization, in support of their ongoing mission of social and spiritual upliftment. Any surplus from the ticket sales, after covering the base costs, will be fully donated to the Heartfulness Institute, directly supporting their initiatives in social and spiritual development. If you would like to make a greater contribution to the cause, there will be opportunities to do so after the program.
Programs base costs
Upgrade to your preferred accommodation separately, allowing flexibility and personalization of your experience.
Note: Taxes included. Cancellation policy: Please note that this program has a no-refund policy after booking is confirmed.
Upgraded accommodation
Covers all essential expenses for a high-quality Deep U Retreat experience, including access to all sessions, workshops, meals, accommodation in dorms, logistics, and materials for personal transformation.
What's Included
4 full days of experience
All meals (breakfast, coffee-breaks, lunch and dinner)
4 nights accommodation in dorms or as per your upgrade
Goodies bag
Notebook and pen
+150 pages manual
Tours through the green campus
Free resources for you to implement in your context
Free Heartfulness Meditation follow-up sessions
Address
13-110, Kanha Shanti Vanam
Kanha Village, Ranga Reddy District,
Nandigama Mandal,
Telangana 509328
Email Address
See you there
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions.
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