Frequently Asked Questions
At Unleash!, we understand that radical self expression requires a strong, safe, closed container. As such, we have curated an experience that keeps this in mind. Additionally, we have a trauma-informed emotional support team onsite at all times. To help you make the best decision for yourself and to help you plan accordingly, here is a list of things to prepare for that you may encounter at an Unleash! festival retreat:
Loud music
Full nudity
People intensely expressing emotion in a group setting (primal screaming, yelling, or crying)
Excessive temperatures and/or sun exposure
Temporary delays in access to food, water, or no access to power
Cash only vendors
Bugs/Insects
Dust or mud
Sporadic rain or storms
No cell service or internet/wifi
No access to laundry
No access to a kitchen
Very dimly lit spaces and environments
Primitive bathrooms or portable toilets
No access to hot water
Magical, mystical, spiritual, and/or supernatural phenomena
General Unleash! FAQ
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We like to say that Unleash! is a festival retreat. Unleash! is festival-like in the sense that it is celebratory, filled with music and fun, unique people. But, Unleash! is different than a regular festival. Unleash! 3-day transformational retreat that takes you on a substance-free, shamanic journey to your most expressed, wild, playful, liberated self!
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At Unleash! you can expect to enter a festival-like experience that allows you to focus on personal development, community building, and self expression. Not only will there be live DJs and performers that you can dance to, there will be guided exercises and healing modalities, workshops, vendors, and more.
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No, Unleash! is not a cult. Everyone is FREE to be themselves. This isn’t a religious experience where people come and obsess over a specific person. We are, however, a CULTure of love and acceptance.
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Unleash! is a substance-free event, which means you will not be permitted to be under the influence of any kind of drug or mind altering substance. That includes alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, mushrooms, LSD, MDMA, Ketamine, Hape, or any other plant medicines. The truth is, you can get high off of LIFE, and you’ll experience that when you’re here with us!
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Yes, clothing is optional! And no- being nude isn’t the goal. However, if you feel inspired by going nude then you have full permission to do so.
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No, children are not allowed at Unleash!
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No, pets are not allowed at Unleash!
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Not at ALL! Come as you are, we welcome you FULLY!
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Nope! You can be completely new to dance, there’s no need to be nervous either; this is a JUDGMENT-FREE space! We focus on feeling yourself and your body, not on how it’s supposed to look.
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Whether you’re a beginner or full on professional dancer, the intention of dancing is to fully let go and EXPRESS! Advanced dancers are welcome and will definitely benefit!
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While we partake in ecstatic dance, it is not ecstatic dance. Unleash! is a 3 day transformational journey that includes many different types of modalities that allow someone to become liberated in their authentic self expression. Dance is certainly a main pillar of this life-changing experience. And the guided “Unleash!” portion of dance and vocal expression, led by the Creatrix, Yarixa Ferrao, is intended to push you past your edges to meet the most free version of yourself.
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Unleash! Is a safe space for everyone to show up exactly as they are. If you’re shy and introverted it’s actually one of the safest, most welcoming spaces to come to. You may find that you leave feeling more extroverted simply because you’ve been given the space to be completely yourself.
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It’s about 50/50. We have just as many women as men that come to experience this transformational journey!
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Yes, we offer a payment plan where it’s separated into two payments. One half paid upfront and the other half two weeks later! Additionally, you can also apply to our volunteer program for a 50% discount off your ticket.
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Unleash! is NOT a sexual play party. Unleash! is a container for you to tap into your inner-child, so yes, in that regard we PLAY!
Unleash! Wonder 2023 FAQ
Arrival and Transportation Logistics
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All participants MUST ARRIVE BETWEEN 10:30AM AND 2:30PM ON FRIDAY. The gates will be closed after 2:30pm on Friday. There will be no entries allowed after this time.
If you have an Early Entry Pass, you must arrive between 2PM and 6PM on Thursday. All guests must LEAVE the property by 4pm on Sunday.
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Programming on Sunday completes at 2:30pm. All guests not registered for the Extra Integration Night must exit by 5pm.
On Monday, our Integration programming ends at 10am. All guests must exit by Noon.
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Yes! Either when purchasing your ticket or by logging into your account afterwards, you can purchase one-way shuttles for $44.
Sacramento International Airport —> Unleash!
Thursday, November 2, 2023: 1:30pm pick-up | 3:00pm arrival at Unleash!
Friday, November 3, 2023: 12:00pm pick-up | 3:00pm arrival at Unleash!
Unleash! —> Sacramento Airport
Sunday, November 5, 2023: 3:30pm pick-up | 3:00pm arrival at airport
Monday, November 6, 2023: 11:30am pick-up | 1:00pm arrival at airport
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No, there are no re-entries allowed. Unleash! is an ALL IN immersive experience and it’s important that the energetic container is held as to not disrupt the field.
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Parking is $30 per car (or $70 for van campers- check with us first) for the entire weekend. We strongly recommend you carpool due to parking availability being very limited!
You can purchase your parking or car camping pass while purchasing your ticket.
If you already have your ticket, you can log into your account and add it on now.
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Yes, car or van camping will be permitted for an additional fee of $70 for the entire weekend. Availability for car/van camping will be very limited!
You can purchase your car camping pass while purchasing your ticket.
If you already have your ticket, you can log into your account and add it on now.
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No. Unleash! is designed specifically to have you get what you came for. 3 days is the secret sauce. One day is incomplete and we wouldn’t offer that because it’s ALL IN or it’s not. Trust, you want to be here for the fullness.
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No, there are no re-entries at Unleash! Once you’re in, you’re in.
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There are three options for camping:
Bring your own gear to camp. You will be able to choose your campsite on a first come, first served basis.
Deluxx camping set up. This options is available for purchase. A private tent is set up and ready for you when you arrive that includes an air mattress, sleeping bag, and pillow.
Glamping
This options is available for purchase. A glamping tent (bell tent) that is set up furnished and ready for you when you arrive that includes a bed, night table, and lighting.
Deluxx and Glamping tent options are available to add on to your ticket purchase. If you already have your ticket, you can log into your account and add one of these option.
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There will be limited food vendors at Unleash! Mainly supporting breakfast and evening snacks.
We are beyond excited to have Michelle Heberling of Supper’s On catering our gathering. Michelle lovingly designs menus with ingredients are sustainability grown, locally sourced and seasonal with the intention to increase brain clarity and energy; her specialty is fermented superfoods. She has partnered with our venue, Heartland Collective, in the past and just recently moved a colony of bees up onto the land.
We have two meal plan options proving lunch and dinner: vegan and meat. The the base of each meal is vegan at heart; you will be able to self-select which ingredients you would like to enjoy based on your own personal constitution as well as add vegan and meat proteins/options.
Purchase Meal Plan: You can purchase a meal plan while purchasing your ticket. If you already have your ticket, you can log into your Unleash Account and select your meal plan. .
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No. Anyone without a meal plan will have to bring and prepare their own food on their own for the weekend.
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Yes! Please be mindful that despite it being November, Northern California will still be on high fire alert.
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There are two options for water:
Heartland Collective, out venue, has abundant filtered water available for drinking and cooking.
Our Zen Zone will have medical water via Kangen machines available to participants.
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Yes! There are 6 outdoor showers that are available for use. Please restrict soaps and products to those that are gentle on the environment.
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In general, no. Heartland Collective is off-grid. There is a limited amount of power which will be dedicated to the event. If you have a special needs, please email corinne@unleash-movement.com to make arrangements.
Camping at Unleash!
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Generally, NO. Never during the activities/workshops as the idea is for you to FULLY be present. THE ONLY EXCEPTION is if you are taking a photo of someone else and you receive their explicit consent to do so. We will be monitoring for people using their phones throughout the weekend and you will be asked to leave the event if found to be taking photos or videos without consent. We also want to respect others privacy while in this healing and transformative container. Professional videographers and photographers will be capturing the event for Unleash! promotional use only. You will have access to this content 2 -3 weeks post event in a Google Drive folder! We will never post nudes or nipples unless the photos are censored first.
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No, Unleash! is NOT an open burn event. Despite Unleash! taking place in November, we are still on high alert for fire safety.
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No, there are NO refunds. If you can’t make it to the event after purchasing your ticket, you can sell or gift it to a friend. To transfer your ticket after you’ve sold it to someone else, login to your registration account here. Once you’ve logged in, select “Registrations”, select the appropriate transaction, and then select “Transfer”. Input the receiving parties information and then click the “Transfer” button.
Supporting Your Stay
Cutlery - bring your own knife, fork, spoon, bowl/plate, and cup to eat and drink from all weekend.
Clothes/ costumes for three days
CASH for vendors and parking - cards will likely not be accepted
Band-Aid and Ointment for minor cuts and scrapes
Medication/Supplements
Note: The only mood/consciousness altering substances allowed at Unleash are medications that have been prescribed by a medical doctor.
Towel for shower
Tent, sleeping bag, pillow (unless you have purchased an accommodation add-on)
Toiletries (chemical free) - shampoo, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant
Packing List
Flashlight
Snacks or meals for yourself (you can purchase a meal plan through us for your main meals.) There will be no lunch or dinner vendors onsite.
Note: Breakfast is not included in the meal plan.
Extra blankets just in case you get cold at night.
Extra battery fan if you get hot at night.
Journal/pen to write about any downloads and transformative lessons you learn during your experience.
Sunscreen
Insect Repellant (chemical free preferred)
Sustainable reusable water bottle
