Peak Performance - 7 days Sport Retreat in Msambweni, Kenya
With Grandmaster Dr. Andreas Held
January 24 - 30, 2026
This retreat is designed for serious martial arts and fitness enthusiasts who want to combine skill development, physical conditioning, mental resilience, and outdoor adventure. It offers a comprehensive progression from foundational techniques to advanced mastery, integrating physical, mental, and environmental challenges.
Key Features
Structured Progression
Days 1–2: Basics, core training, forms/katas, partner drills, and introductory strength and conditioning.
Days 3–4: Outdoor adventure (boat trip), advanced kicks, timing drills, and mental training.
Days 5–7: Safari/nature experience, intensive sparring, technical refinement, performance testing, and mastery-focused activities.
Physical Conditioning & Performance
Morning Qi-Gong, jogging, beach runs, and mobility sessions.
Strength circuits, explosive bodyweight exercises, and flexibility training.
Recovery practices including stretching, fascia release, ice baths, and guided breathing.
Mental Resilience & Mindset
Meditation and visualization practices integrated daily.
Fight visualization, decision-making, and mental focus drills.
Sharing circles, reflection sessions, and motivation circles to foster awareness and confidence.
Outdoor & Adventure Integration
Boat trip with sandbank and snorkeling.
Safari and waterfall hikes in Shimba Hills with nature-based balance and Qi-Gong practice.
Environmental challenges to enhance adaptability, focus, and mindfulness.
Testing & Achievement
Technical tests, partner demonstrations, and performance evaluations.
Team challenges to apply skills in practical scenarios.
Certification ceremony and closing circle to acknowledge participants’ progress.
What’s Special About This Retreat
Comprehensive Skill Development: Combines martial arts techniques, sparring, self-defense, and weapon skills.
Holistic Approach: Integrates physical conditioning, mental resilience, and mindfulness practices.
Immersive Outdoor Experiences: Boat trips and safari hikes enhance situational awareness and connection with nature.
Structured Mastery & Performance: Gradual progression from basics to advanced mastery with testing and certification.
Recovery & Mindfulness Focus: Ice baths, breathing techniques, yoga-inspired stretching, and meditation for balance and sustainability.
Ideal Participants
Martial artists or athletes aiming for peak performance and skill refinement.
Individuals seeking a challenging but structured program that develops both body and mind.
Adventure lovers who enjoy incorporating outdoor and nature-based activities into their training.
Participants wanting a measurable sense of achievement through testing, feedback, and certification.
About the Leader
Grandmaster Dr. Andreas Held
Dr. Held — also known as Dr. YU — is a sports scientist, 6th Dan in Traditional Taekwondo, and the Founder & Director of YU-Taekwondo, one of Austria's most successful martial arts academies with over 30 locations. A generally sworn and court-certified expert in martial arts (one of only three in Austria), Dr. Held also […]
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