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ted Retreats
19-22 June 2026
We can hardly believe it’s already our 6th edition! We are incredibly grateful to all the amazing participants who’ve made this event so special over the years. 🌟
Disconnect to Connect
Unlike typical festivals or weekenders, the Solstice TED Retreat is all about creating a deep, transformative experience in a serene countryside setting. Surrounded by forests and fields, we offer a cozy, intimate atmosphere with a personalized approach and a beautifully crafted dance journey. Our past participants describe it as “a heart-opening experience.” ✨
This year, for the very first time, we are hosting two extraordinary couples! We are thrilled to welcome the mesmerizing Cedric and Romane — a couple with a very fluid, playful, and unique style — as well as the amazing Rachel and Laura, who are incredibly creative and technical, and whose dance looks so smooth and effortless!
We’re certain it will be another truly magical edition. 💫
A Very Special Date:
Our retreat coincides with the Summer Solstice on June 21st, marking the longest day and shortest night of the year. To celebrate this sacred time, we will host a unique Slavic ritual — a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
As always, we’ll offer soul-stirring ceremonies, transformative workshops, amazing zouk parties, and the unforgettable, cozy atmosphere you know and love. 💖
Spots are limited to 50 participants, so don’t wait — book yours NOW!
What’s Included
🫴18h of workshops: Brazilian Zouk, Improv, Contemporary, Yoga, Stretching, Body conditioning & more
🫴3 Zouk parties with professional DJs
🫴Full accommodation (2,3 & 4 people in the room)
🫴3 meals /day – delicious Polish homemade food
🫴Snacks & Tea at the parties
🫴Opening and closing Ceremonies
🫴Singing circle
🫴A grounding opening ceremony with a Bison grass cocktail
🫴Bonfire
🫴Solstice ritual & celebration
🫴Beautiful venue surrounded by nature and fields
Schedule & Logistics
📅 Arrival: Friday, 19 June, check in from 2 PM (pickup available from central Warsaw)
📅 Departure: Monday, 22 June at 1/2 PM (transport back to Warsaw provided)
Optional:
🌿 Arrive early on Thursday, 18 June for an extra night of relaxation
🌿 Stay an additional night on Monday, 22 June for more rest and connection
That’s the time of the event when you can fully relax in nature, spend extra time with other students and our artists, take private classes with our teachers, book massages and simply chill or even dance more 🙂
More details will be sent once you register.
📍Location:
Słopsk near Warsaw/Poland
180 Witos Street
Requirement:
Best suited for dancers with a solid foundation in Brazilian Zouk (at least 1+ year of experience)
💸Investment:
April – €445
May – €475
June – €495
Transport arranged by us from the city center to the event and back – €20 one way.
We don’t arrange transport from any other location but we will try to organize you in the ubers. We will bring everyone back to the city.
*couple registration (leader +follower) – 5% discount
*In case of event cancellation you will be fully refunded.
Registration:
For any questions contact as at:
info@theempowereddancers.com
About Romane & Cédric
Romane & Cédric have been dancing and teaching together since 2022. Their fluid and playful style blends influences from contemporary dance, martial arts, lambada, and more.
They explore a dance rooted in listening and co-creation, where the leader proposes without imposing, and the follower responds with presence and sensitivity. The dance becomes more of a conversation than just a sequence of steps.
For the past three years, they’ve shared this vision across Europe, North America and Asia, through classes, performances, and events, inspiring dancers to move with connection and creativity.
Find out more about them here:
https://www.instagram.com/cedric.romane.dancers/
About Rachel Ramalho
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Rachel is an accomplished teacher and performer, trained in various dance styles. She started dancing at the age of 16 and spent 8 years at Companhia de Dança Jaime Arôxa. Since then she has traveled throughout Brazil and the world teaching Brazilian Zouk & Lambada.
She opened The Ramalho’s Studio with her family in 2008. She is also a regular dance event organizer for:
Ramalho’s Zouk Festival – Rio de Janeiro, BR
Berlin Lambada Festival – Berlim, DE
Dallas Zouk & Lambada Festival – Texas, EUA
Portugal Brazilian Zouk Festival – Lisboa, PT
She is a member of the Brazilian Zouk Dance Council (BZDC) and also works as a popular DJ at many worldwide events. She is best known for her great sense of humor, detailed instruction for leads, and her ability to work with dancers from a wide range of abilities.
About Laura Dalava
Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Laura has been a dancer for 16 years. Her experience includes studying all academic dances, including classical ballet, jazz dance, contemporary dance, belly dance and street dance. Laura began studying ballroom dancing at age 16 and zouk at age 18. She has been teaching dance since 2013 and has regularly participated in professional dance championships and companies.
Laura is a member of the Brazilian Zouk & Lambada Judging panel and holds All-Star Status.
Her pedagogy is based on studies of psychoanalysis and body language. Her students love her ability to use anecdotes, detailed follower instructions, and precise feedback to help them progress as dancers.
About Joanna
Joanna Zwierzyńska is a professional dancer, internationally qualified dance coach, dance judge, choreographer, and actress. She has a very clear understanding of human motor skills and constantly educates herself in new techniques. She has taught dance in over 30 countries, and has been teaching, performing, and dancing her heart out at international zouk festivals for over 11 years. She pioneered zouk in Poland in 2011 in Warsaw, and she is a qualified judge of the Brazilian Zouk Dance Council.
She has taught zouk together with Pasty, Kamacho, and William dos Santos, and in recent years found success and immense pride in teaching popular solo follower
classes at international festivals, attracting zoukers wanting to learn her unique and expressive style of dancing in order to enhance their partner dancing.
Her methodology combines a high level of technique with expression and playfulness.
Joanna Dancing: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CkG3wXYjhux/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
About Jarek
Fitness and a healthy lifestyle have been my passions for over 20 years and thanks to the experience I have gained during that time as a Personal Trainer, Dietitian and former athlete in Bodybuilding sports I have the tools to help others achieve better physical shape and feel better in their body.
Recently I had the pleasure to work with dancers and see how a proper workout might help them to achieve their dance goals faster and avoid injuries.
My mission is to show you that taking care of yourself can be simple and enjoyable – daily activity, proper nutrition and proper regeneration translate into a healthier and more energetic life. I know how difficult it is to take this first step, so my priority is to form new habits that will allow you to enjoy your health and full strength for many years to come.
If you feel that the time has come to take matters into your own hands, you are motivated and ready to work. I look forward to hearing from you.
https://www.yourpersonaltraininguk.co.uk/trainers/jaroslaw-ciepichal-jarek-ciepicha