THE WARRIOR WOMEN x AVIV RETREAT
WITH MELAYNE SHAYNE + LUANNA ALZUGUIR + ANA CAROLINA BABY VIEIRA
MONTANA USA, SEPTEMBER 16 - 21, 2025
THE WARRIOR WOMAN
The Way of the Warrior Woman is an empowering quest as we step into becoming the heroines of our own journeys. The Warrior Woman Retreat is a radical awakening to our inner warrior, igniting the fire in us to persevere, prevail, and unleashing the courage and will power to create the life we truly desire.Our warrior spirit manifests itself as clarity, focus, determination, courage, strength, integrity and a passionate love for life.
~ Melayne Shayne
RETREAT TO AWAKEN
For this unique collaborative women’s only retreat Melayne has Black Belt World Champions and Hall Of Fame Inductees Luanna Alzuguir and Ana Carolina ‘Baby’ Vieira by her side to bring together women from all over the world to learn Jiu Jitsu from some of the best female athletes and leaders in the sport all while being in the majestic nature of Montana.
Our retreat will be a reset to step into a new gained strength, confidence and clarity by reintegrating and awakening dormant aspects of our-selves through strengthening and empowering Budokon movement practices, our cleansing yet fueling Warrior Woman menu, natural beauty education and self inquiry work.
For 6 days and 5 nights (includes arrival + departure days) we will live and immerse ourselves in an intimate tribal community of sisters secluded in nature at Melayne’s home in Montana. Enclosed only by the forest and the mountain view our home away from home was thoughtfully designed to retreat, for recovery, harmony, grounding, connecting with our inherent wilderness, and a deep dive into self.
THE FEMININE & MASCULINE
Our Warrior Women x AVIV Retreat will be a reset to step into a new gained inner and outer strength, confidence as well as clarity by awakening dormant aspects of our-selves through the diversity of our Budokon movement practices of Yoga, Mobility, Crawling Patterns, and Kettlebells, together with the truly empowering martial art of Jiu-Jitsu. Together we will build our armors, rekindle our courage, and learn to trust our self-reliance. This experience like no other unifies in its expression and exploration our femininity and masculinity, our softness and strength, our instinct and intuition. Our retreat is designed with the intention to ignite transformation, and to re-imagine our-selves.
Our retreat fosters embracing new experiences, cultivating belonging among other women and falling (deeper) in love with Jiu-Jitsu and its power of creating a more expansive and expressed life. We welcome all levels of experience, with adjustments made to cater to varying Jiu Jitsu levels, movement backgrounds and ages.
Our feminine essence will also be nurtured through morning rituals, a matcha ceremony, meditation, breath work, sauna, ice baths, explorative, free-form movement practices, Yoga, dance, art projects, body work, sound healing and bonding with our warrior sisters. During the retreat we will also experience detoxing effects through our cleansing yet nourishing nutrition plan, education and implementation of intuitive natural beauty rituals, daily meditation, breathing practices and time spend in Montana’s stunning nature.
Bu-Do-Kon :: means the Way Of the Warrior Spirit and is an all encompassing movement, mind and living arts practice. As humans we carry in us the innate potentiality for aggression and violence. Denying that part of us is ignorant, makes us harmless and potentially a victim. Our work is to become peaceful, discerning and responsive vs. reactive, with the potential to harm when necessary. During our retreat we will come in touch with our warrior, our fighter spirit, through martial arts, first, as a self-defense practice, second to experience our-selves in a dynamic setting of grappling and boxing. No experience is required, but an openness to acknowledge the masculine in us and to embody self fully.
Jiu-Jitsu + BDK Combat Conditioning :: As part of Melayne’s mission to empower women through martial arts we will ignite our warrior spirits with her Black Belt sisters and World Champions Luanna Alzuguir and Ana Carolina ‘Baby’ Vieira who are changing the game of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in a male-dominated world of martial arts. In their daily Jiu Jitsu seminars Luanna and Baby will provide a unique and refreshing change of pace, and create a safe environment for learning, connection and to expand your skills. Beginners are welcome as well as more advanced practitioners as all will benefit from the deep dive Melayne will take the group into the state of the art Budokon Mobility & Combat Conditioning curriculum developed for Jiu-Jitsu and grappling. You will take your Jiu Jitsu game to a next level or kick start your JiuJitsu journey through the principles of serpent-like movement, pressure through core-integration and strength as well as embodiment of understanding of leverage of the gentle art.
Melayne herself is a Sixblades and Lovato purple belt under World Champion’s Xande Ribeiro and Rafael Lovato Jr., dedicate to her black belt journey.
Strength training with kettlebells, on calisthenics bars, own body weight training, Crawling Patterns as well as BDK Yoga and Mobility will complete the wholesome Mind-Body-Spirit experience.
Mind :: learning technique, movement IQ, skill, focus, awareness
Body :: physical strength, conditioning, movement efficiency, balance, robustness, muscle tone
Spirit :: attitude, heart , soul, resilience, emotions.
Nurture :: Eating farm to table and building an intimate relationship with food as medicine and nourishment is essential to our experience. With Melayne’s passion for food and being a movement athlete she will share with us how to find harmony through nutrition, training, recovery and fuel. The 6 days will be about cleansing, nurturing and strengthening our system. Like true sisters we will be cooking together and reclaiming our sensuality and intuition in the kitchen.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
RITUALS
* Matcha + Cacao Ceremonies
* Meditation
* Intuitive Beauty Rituals + Education
* Sensuality + Embodiment Practices
* Breath Work
* Journaling
MOVEMENT
* Jiu-Jitsu Workshops with Luanna + Baby
*Budokon Yoga
* Budokon Mobility
*Budokon Combat Conditioning
* Crawling Patterns + Warrior Women Strength Work Out
* Self Defense Workshop
NURTURE
* Farm-to-Table Food
* Healing Touch And Body Work
* Nervous System Regulation Practices
* Bonding With Other Women
* Time Spend In Nature
* Laughter And Play
* Lake
INQUIRE
* Daily Wolf Pack Talks
* Enneagram Assessment + Coaching
* Integration Call
CREATE
* Photo Shoot
* Art And Creative Expression Workshop
LOGISTICS
* Group Transportation To & From FCA Airport
* Shared Accommodation
* Farm-To-Table Meal Plan
*6 Months Access To Our Budokon Online Academy Membership
DAILY SAMPLE SCHEDULE
To give you some sense of knowing, this is an example of a day of our retreat and adventures:
8am - 12pm Morning Rituals & Movement
Meditation
Morning Movement Practice
12pm - 3pm Nurture & Retreat
Brunch
Play, Relax, Retreat
3 - 7pm Inquire & Re-Connect
Wolf Pack Talk
Sensuality + Embodiment Practices
Intuitive Natural Beauty Rituals + Education
Excursion or Movement Session
Connection
8pm Dinner & CONNECTIon
Connection & Evening PlayTime
We invite you to surrender to the unknown and flow of each day to fully immerse yourself into the experience. We will also offer optional adventures like hikes & beach time.
THE WOLF PACK LEADERS
MELAYNE SHAYNE ~ OUR FOUNDER & LEADER
“I believe that in the heart of every woman beats the longing to sit with her sisters, to connect deeply and to share from her most vulnerable, raw and instinctual being. However many of us have forgotten or rejected these parts of our-selves. We have become fragmented in self, divisive and disconnected from other women. So much of my own healing has been through and with sisters and that for believe that the flow of life naturally guides us to where we are meant to be, and where we belong.”
Melayne is the visionary and creative force behind the Wolf Pack and each of our experiences to inspire women to practice loving and caring sisterhood, to live a life in harmony with the natural rhythms and cycles, and to integrate our innate feminine and masculine attributes. A process of attuning, a remembering of how to deeply listen and trust our intuition and access our instinctual and primal parts.
Melayne guides our bodies and minds to become the vessel for liberation and to re-build the relationship with our intuition. She believes when we sharpen the ability to truly listen to our intuition, we sharpen our ability to move confidently in the outer world. Our personal freedom is derived from no longer catering to other people’s perception of safety but to stand in our truth of a fully expressed life.
LUANNA ALZUGUIR ~ 4TH DEGREE BLACK BELT
Luanna is in the Hall of Fame for one of the best female Jiu Jitsu artist of all time, she has accomplished all the major tournaments in her career such as ADCC, World-Championships and many other internationals tournaments. Luanna has more than 20 years experience teaching Jiu Jitsu. Using all the champion’s background, she is building World Champions and Pans Ams Champions, becoming one of the best coaches in the World.
ANA CAROLINA BABY VIEIRA ~ 2ND DEGREE BLACK BELT
Ana Carolina is a 5x black belt world champion. She has not lose one fight her division in the IBJJF world championship in 10 years. One of the most dominant athletes of her generation, Ana Carolina has more than 10 years experience in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Using all her background, her goal is to help her students to reach their full potential.
DAVONNE SMITH ~ INTUITIVE BEAUTY
“My intention for our Wolf Women Retreat is to share my wisdom and support other women in rediscovering their sacred inner and outer beauty at any age with holistic ancient self care rituals that nurture us from the inside out. During our time together I will share how to integrate gua-sha and facial reflexology routines, dry brushing, natural mouth and hair care as well as essential oils into our daily modern lives.”
Davonne Smith’s personal passion and love for natural processes and good health led her to become a Licensed Holistic Esthetician with 20+years of experience and a Budokon Yoga Teacher.
She has always been inspired by the healing that Mother Earth offers, and through self-studies and mentors found her “WAY” that built her path of healing both internally and externally. Her intention is to share her wisdom and support other women in rediscovering their sacred inner and outer beauty at any age.
She will introduce us to holistic ancient self care rituals that continuously nurture us from the inside out revealing radiant skin, good health and aging naturally with grace. During our time together we will share “THE WAYS” to integrate gua-sha and facial reflexology routines, dry brushing, natural mouth and hair care as well as essential oils into our daily modern lives.
SIBYLLE KLAUS ~ HEALING TOUCH & SOUND
“What a blessing and inspiration it is to being part of bringing women together, to connect, share, dance, howl and learn from each other. I am grateful to have the opportunity to offer bodywork and playing my instruments in nature and being surrounded by trees. It makes me feel like I am a vessel of Pachamama’s healing energy…..almost an outer body meditative experience.”
As a life-time learner with beginners mind Sibylle has been part of the Budokon family for many moons now. She is a deep seeker of wisdom who finds her inspiration in a diversity of movement practices and healing arts.
She is an intuitive feeler, connecting deeply in spirit to anyone she surrounds. Her nurturing, loving and therapeutic touch provides a deep healing message not only for the body but also the soul.
Sibylle is passionate about sharing the magic of sound by facilitating deeply relaxing experiences with crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, gongs and chimes, that allow you to connect to your heart, soul and spirit.
ESTHER LEON ~ FOOD FOR YOUR SOUL
“Cooking is one of the ways I show love. When l cook for you I am intentionally nourishing your body, mind, and spirit with positive, loving energy.”
Esther is the visionary behind Food For Your Soul. Her personal journey towards holistic wellness ignited during a transformative phase in her life.
As a guiding force of our Wolf pack Esther’s vision is to forge a nurturing sanctuary where women can embark on an extraordinary journey of transformation and empowerment, united in our pursuit of holistic vitality and radiant fulfillment.
Esther is a passionate chef and integrative nutritional health coach. She has dedicated herself to empower women on their paths to health and well-being. With a unique blend of passion, expertise, and empathy, she offer personalized support that nurtures both body and spirit, guiding you towards vibrant health as well as inner and outer strength.
tHE TRAVEL DETAILS
ARRIVE
Tuesday September 16th. We will organize two group pick ups from Glacier International Airport FCA that afternoon between 4-6pm. If you land after 6pm you will be responsible to book your own transportation (extra cost 80USD).
DEPART
Departure day is Sunday September 21st. We will organize two drop offs at FCA Airport, leaving the property between 9 - 11am. If your flight departs early in the morning you will be responsible to book your own transportation (extra cost 80USD).
More details and information about travel logistics will be shared once we have collected all travel itineraries.
BY CAR
We only have limited parking available. Please inquire with Davonne info@budokon.com
YOUR INVESTMENT
Your total investment is 2.500USD // 4.500USD for 2 women coming together
Includes shared accommodation, daily farm to table meals, snacks and drinks, transportation from and to airport, our specially curated Wise Women Essentials gift bag, Integration Call, Photo shoot with our professional photographer.
Private rooms available upon request & extra charge of 1000USD. Please inquire.
PAYMENT STRUCTURE
1. Non-refundable deposit payment of 500USD due with registration via this link
2. Final payment of 2000USD due by August 15th, 2025 via this link
Transfers only possible until August 14th, 2025, as we only offer 20 limited spots for this experience. After August 14th, 2025 no transfers, nor refunds. Only possibility to cancel your spot and getting refunded is by finding a replacement.
Cash Payment Option or Bank Transfer available upon request.
If you would like to do a one time payment in full please contact Davonne Smith at info@budokon.com for payment details.
YOUR BUDOKON ONLINE ACCESS
Create our personal log in and free account on budokononline.com .
Once you start your payment plan you will automatically get enrolled in your online library.
*6 Months Budokon Online Academy Membership
You will find the library in your dashboard when logging into your account on budokononline.com
If you have any question regarding the payment plan or access to your library please email Davonne at info@budokon.com
The months leading up to our Retreat you can start familiarizing yourself with the Budokon movement practice, teaching and philosophy through all the online Budokon Academy library. Please get in touch with Davonne at info@budokon.com if you are curious about any of our other programs and in person teacher trainings.
OUR CANCELLATION POLICIES
Our Becoming Uncivilized Retreat is offered to a highly selected and exclusive group of 20 participants only. Due to the limitation in capacity our cancellation policies are strict.
1. No refunds of Semi Annual Budokon Online Library nor first deposit payment.
2. Refunds only apply to remainder balance (after deposit + Online library) IF another participant on waitlist takes spot or if participant finds a full paying replacement.
3. Transfer to another program / camp date only possible until August 14th, 2025.
4. If participant can not participate due sickness or injury an official doctors note is required. Budokon University will transfer the participant’s tuition to a future program / event date.
NATURAL HABITAT
THE MONTANA RETREAT LIFE
We are looking forward to welcome you in our home and open our doors to you at Budokon Montana! You will join our home as a tribe member - we train, study, cook, eat, clean, play and live together.
The selected group of maximum 20 participants total and our Budokon team on site allow for an intimate setting and ultimate space for in depth training, transformation, growth and connection.
We have an open wifi network for our students to us. Remember that we live in a remote rural area and that the wifi speed behaves accordingly. This retreat is a great opportunity for some digital detox as well.
ACCOMMODATION
Our cosy student’s guest cottage offers housing for 10 students in 3 separate bedrooms with spacious bunk beds and 2 bathrooms as well as a fully equipped kitchen, lounge area, outdoor showers and green house. Our four bohemian canvas tents comfortably sleep 2-4 adventurous glampers each. They are beautifully decorated and equipped with foam mattresses and cozy bedding. Our room booking works on a first come first serve basis. You can inquire about availabilities with Davonne at info@budokon.com.
Our main house offers 2 - 4 additional students selective privacy in our two private / double guest rooms (shared bathroom) upon request and additional charge of $600 per week per room.
Washer and dryer are available for laundry.
THE TRAINING FACILITY
Our entire 5 acre property is a playground and training facility we invite you to use as much as you can during your stay with us. From our outdoor dojo and calisthenics bars, the tiger-wood deck and front yard with mountain view, ape-swings in our forest, Japanese zen and rock garden, to our indoor dojo offer a diversity of opportunities to explore and experience the Budokon curricula.
NUTRITION
Our family-style delicious and nurturing brunch and dinners are prepared by our very own personal Chef Esther from fresh produce from our garden and local farmers close by. We offer a mixture of plant based meals and locally sourced animal protein and aim for as much organic offering as possible. A small breakfast assortment in the morning as well as coffee, tea and water are available throughout the day to nourish you.
PERSONAL DIET & WANTS
Make sure to communicate any severe food allergies you might have at least 2 weeks PRIOR to your event.
Please understand that we can not accommodate all kinds of personal preferences and diets as we are cooking for the entire group and not individuals. We will have plant-based options for non-animal protein eaters.
WHAT TO PACK
Work out gear incl. a long-sleeve and socks
No gi outfits
Your gi + your BJJ belt
Comfortable lounging clothing
Layers - for warm weather to cooler nights
Your favorite dress / outfit you feel sensual, sexy & beautiful in
All nude or all black underwear (bra + panties)
Shoes for longer walks / hikes / runs
Bathing Suits / Bikinis (option top less :))
Flip Flops
Journal
Sunscreen + Mosquito Repellent
Ear Plugs
INTEGRITY & INTELLIGENCE
The WoLF Pack TAlKs
In our daily { WOLF PACK TALKS } we discuss aspects that are integral to our human experience and how to create a life in alignment with our values as well as nature. If we act in misalignment with our core truth, blindly following unconscious motives directed by our limiting beliefs, we are no longer living in integrity but rather in contradiction and won’t be able to create what we truly desire. Only from a place of knowing self, identifying root causes and thought patterns of our triggers we can create the empowered choice to act consciously in present moment awareness.
Our { WOLF PACK TALKS } are an open, receptive and intimate space for us to openly discuss taboo topics, ignored desires, share our fears, struggles, and patterns we find ourselves stuck in.
We will explore within the containers of relationships, communication, sensuality, sexuality, hormonal balance, food, and emotional intelligence.
The vision is to collectively do our inner work, to relate, to mirror each other and to grow into our most truthful, curious, courageous and integrated expression of self.
It is a powerful force when women come together to support, embrace, collaborate and inspire one another as we move through life’s cycles. We listen to each other without judgment and with collective compassion. Truly seeing our sisters raw and vulnerable, beautiful and strong.
THE ENNEAGRAM PERSONALITY TEST
Melayne also offers individualized coaching sessions using the Enneagram Personality Test to dive deep 1:1 with anyone inspired.
~ It helps you understand your unconscious motivations and drives
~ You will be able to identify with clarity your patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving
~ If offers an opportunity to understand the relationship between movement and how your patterns are stored in the body
~ With courage, curiosity, and grace have a method to explore and integrate life more fully
The assessment can be taken prior to the retreat. The 1:1 Coaching with Melayne Shayne is scheduled for after the retreat as a virtual session of 1 hour. Please email melayne@budokon.com if you are interested in taking the test.
CONTACT DETAILS
For any questions please contact:
Davonne Smith
Director Budokon University Student Enrollment
We are very much looking forward to spending a life changing and amazing time together in the jungle..
Love & Gratitude,
Melayne Shayne