FESTIVAL

ANTWERP ZUIDPARK
SATURDAY 06 09 25
09h00 – 00h00

ALTAR was born out of a deep need for connection and well-being in our society. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience physical, emotional and spiritual healing in an accessible setting.

SAY HI to ALTAR festival. An open celebration that unites spirituality, healing, music, art and movement in the heart of Antwerp.

TRY

LOCATION PARTNERS
SATURDAY 06 09 25
10h00-18h00

We try to grasp things with our mind and search for explanations, but true realization comes only through experience.

That’s why our most gifted facilitators gathered to create the perfect space for you to explore and feel. Thanks to sponsors with a genuine heart for well-being, ALTAR offers much of the festival for free or at a very low cost so healing can become affordable and accessible to everyone.

ALTAR TEMPLE

10h00-12h00

GUIDED ICEBATHS

JULIE D’HOOGE

ALTAR TEMPLE

16h00-18h00

ENERGY IN MOTION

JUSTIEN DE WEIRDT

ALTAR TEMPLE

ALCHEMIA

10h00-12h00

AURA TRANSFORMATION

CEDRIC ETIENNE

ALCHEMIA

13h00-15h00

FAMILY CONSTELLATIONS

LYNN SCHEVELENBOS X FRAN DECUYPERE

ALCHEMIA

16h00-18h00

SOUND HEALING

DAOUD FAWAZ

ALCHEMIA

FOMU

11h00-13h00

QI GONG MASSAGE FOR HIGHLY SENSITIVE CHILDREN

SABINE BAEYENS

FOMU

13h30-15h30

HEAL THE HEALER

HILD MEYLEMANS

FOMU

16h00-18h00

TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE

ZHAO XUAN

FOMU

M HKA

12h00-14h00

PENDULUM

SASKIA VANHAELEWYN

M HKA

15h00-17h00

THE POWER OF TRANSMUTATION

INGRID VAN DEN STEEN

M HKA

M HKA SKY

12h00-14h00

SHAMANIC BREATHWORK

JESSY BETTIO X GREGORY BATENS

M HKA SKY

15h00-17h30

CACAO CEREMONY

ELLA-JUNE
HENRARD X ADRIAN ATMA

M HKA SKY

RELEASE SOUTH

10h00-12h00

KUNDALINI ACTIVATION

MARYLIN DE RIDDER X ASTRID OGIERS

RELEASE SOUTH

13h00-15h00

SPEED CONSTELLATIONS

FLORINE GABRIËL

RELEASE SOUTH

16h00-18h00

WAYS TO MAKE LOVE FROM THE HEART

SIMON MARVELL

RELEASE SOUTH

THE BRICK SATORI

13h00-15h00

HUMAN DESIGN

PAULA TORRACO

THE BRICK SATORI

16h00-18h00

BIO-ELECTRICITY

AIME BEYE SCHRAUWEN

THE BRICK SATORI

FIT

WATERPOORT
LOCATION PARTNERS
SATURDAY 06 09 25
09h00-18h00

Being FIT isn’t just about muscles or miles: it’s about honoring the body as the vessel for your spirit.

When we strengthen and care for our bodies, we’re also nurturing our mind and soul, creating harmony between the physical and the spiritual. Each stretch, each breath, each heartbeat is a reminder that our bodies are sacred homes.

ALTAR HEAVEN

09h00-10h00

PILATES

CELINE D’HONDT

ALTAR HEAVEN

11h00-12h00

ROCKET YOGA

SEPP BREESCH

ALTAR HEAVEN

ALTAR PORTAL

09h00-10h50

OPENING CEREMONY

ANDREA ALJIBES

ALTAR PORTAL

11h00-11h50

YIN YOGA

ANOUK DE VLAEMINCK

ALTAR PORTAL

12h00-12h50

DUO YOGA

LAURENZ VERKRUYSSE

ALTAR PORTAL

13h00-13h50

ASHTANGA YOGA

ANNETTE WIELAND

ALTAR PORTAL

14h00-14h50

TAI CHI

ELS JAGENEAU

ALTAR PORTAL

15h00-15h50

VINYASA YOGA

ALYA MOURAD

ALTAR PORTAL

16h00-16h50

QI GONG FOR HEALTH

INGRID VAN HOOF

ALTAR PORTAL

17h00-17h50

FLOW YOGA

GAËLLE SZALAÏ

ALTAR PORTAL

RITE

14h00-15h00

HIIT

CAROLINE CAZAERCK

RITE BIKE

TALK

FOMU OUTDOOR
SATURDAY 06 09 25
10h00-18h30

TALKS are more than just ideas. They’re catalysts for change. Each talk invites you to gather insights, spark curiosity and join in the exchange of perspectives.

It’s a space for reflection and discovery; where a single sentence can shift your mindset, open your heart and inspire a new direction in life. When our stories and wisdom are shared, we don’t just learn. We heal, we grow, and we shape the path ahead together.

ALTAR TALKS

10h00-11h00

XAVIER LE CLEF

IGOR SERBOVETS

ALTAR TALKS

11h30-12h30

ELLA-JUNE HENRARD

FLORINE GABRIËL

ALTAR TALKS

13h00-14h00

SIMON MARVELL

IGOR SERBOVETS

ALTAR TALKS

14h30-15h30

ROY VERMEULEN

IGOR SERBOVETS

ALTAR TALKS

16h00-17h00

DAVID KETTERIDGE

IGOR SERBOVETS

ALTAR TALKS

17h30-18h30

PIETER EMBRECHTS

FLORINE GABRIËL

ALTAR TALKS

PLAY

MUSEUMPLEIN
SATURDAY 06 09 25
10h00-18h00

You are welcome to PLAY.

Where joy is sacred and curiosity is free. Children are not only our future; they are reflections of the love and truth we live today.

So let’s guide our kids into mindfulness and playful practices that help them grow into their full potential. Because when a child shines, the whole world brightens.

ALTAR KIDS

10h00-11h00

YOGA FOR KIDS

ANNETTE WIELAND

MUSEUMPLEIN

12h30-13h30

BODY & MOVE

GAËLLE SZALAÏ VANDENPLAS

MUSEUMPLEIN

14h00-15h00

VLINDERBREIN

JUUL VANLEYSEN

MUSEUMPLEIN

DANCE

VARIOUS LOCATIONS
SATURDAY 06 09 25
13h00-01h00

From the whirling dervishes of Sufi mystics to the hula of Hawai’i to the European circle dances, movement has always been medicine.

In essence it is spirit moving through the body as it heals and realigns us with our purpose.

At ALTAR we intend to honor these traditions by creating a space where dance is not an only a performance, but a celebration of life.

ALTAR TEMPLE

13h00-14h00

BREAKDANCE

ALEXANDER WAHBA

ALTAR TEMPLE

HIBERNIA CLOUDS

19h00-00h00

ECSTATIC DANCE

HILDE DE BAERDEMAEKER

ARRIVAL CONNECTING

19h00-00h00

ECSTATIC DANCE

DJ DELOIN

ECSTATIC DANCE

19h00-00h00

ECSTATIC DANCE

FLORINE GABRIËL

COOLING DOWN

MARKET

WATERPOORT
SATURDAY 06 09 25
10h00-18h00
 
FREE ENTRANCE

At the heart of ALTAR, our Temple is embraced by our inspiritual MARKET. Here you’ll find creations and services that touch many layers of healing; from art that soothes the soul and jewelry charged with intention, to gifted tarot readers, wisdom-filled books, healing massages, energy readings and so much more to discover…

Whether you arrive with a purpose or simply to browse, you may just bump into something that resonates with your frequency.

AVATAR

CALIMA

CARO ANTWERP

CIELO ANTWERP

CRYSTAL MAGIC

DE TWEE KRISTALS

FIONA BALKE

FUNGTIONAL

GERALDINE EECHAUDT

GRIET BERTELS

HILD MEYLEMANS

HOUSE OF BLOOM

IGNIS TAROT

INDEPENDENT LIFESTYLE WITH ALOE VERA

LN KNITS

JOURNEY22SELFLOVE

JUST AN ORDINARY FAMILY

LUCAS BERTELS

MY WAY

OPENHEARTSCLUB 

OSTA

PATRICIA LOPEZE

POP

RAW KAKAW KID

ROOTED SUPPS

ROOS VAN DE KERCKHOVE

SAM PERONET

SEE

SHAMANA & SOLUNA

SIA CABANEL

STIRR

TAROT BY SOPH

VLINDERBREIN LEREN

VOLCKERICK

ZZAPP

LOCATION PARTNERS

  • Stad Antwerpen
  • Satori by The Brick
  • Steinerschool Hibernia
  • Release
  • Rite Studios
  • FOMU
  • M HKA
  • Alchemia
  • Stad Antwerpen
  • Satori by The Brick
  • Steinerschool Hibernia
  • Release
  • Rite Studios
  • FOMU
  • M HKA
  • Alchemia

GUIDED ICEBATHS

As a certified orthomolecular therapist and cold exposure guide, Julie offers a grounded approach to nervous system regulation and inner resilience. Through guided breathwork and stress management techniques, participants are invited to drop into presence and explore the transformative power of the cold.

BREAKDANCE

Born in the Bronx and rooted in the heartbeat of hip-hop, breakdance is a vibrant form of sacral expression that unites rhythm, strength, and soul. In this workshop, we explore its essence through freestyle movement and body awareness.

ENERGY IN MOTION

Behind Just the Club is Justien: a dancer, dance therapist and sensitive spirit with a love for connection and emotion. For her, dance is never “just movement”. It’s a mirror of your subconscious, telling stories beyond words as each movement reveals, heals, and connects.
Her Energy In Motion experience isn’t about steps or perfection. No choreography. Just you, in motion; exploring your body’s own language. Justien guides you on a playful yet deep journey inward, using rhythm and flow to tap into your body’s intelligence.
Move your body, meet yourself.

AURA TRANSFORMATION

Drop into stillness and explore the subtle layers of your energy field. This guided session blends breathwork, aura sensing, and intentional presence to gently clear and recharge your energetic space. We’ll close with a shared cup of tea, grounding the practice in calm connection.

FAMILY CONSTELLATIONS

Family constellations explores hidden dynamics within your family system that may unconsciously influence your life. By bringing these patterns into the light through a constellation, deep insight, healing and transformation can occur. It’s a powerful method to release inherited patterns and reconnect with your authentic self.

SONIC SANCTUARY by Alchemia

Sonic Sanctuary is a multi-sensory journey designed to reset the nervous system, rewire the subconscious and bring deep inner rest. The experience combines breathwork, hypnotic meditation (with NLP) and immersive live sound healing using crystal bowls, gongs and chimes. High-quality headphones and spatial mics create a layered soundscape that surrounds and vibrates through your body. As your system softens, you’re guided inward into a state of clarity and balance. Experience a full-body return to presence and inner harmony.

KUNDALINI ACTIVATION

Kundalini activation refers to the awakening or stimulation of the kundalini energy; a powerful spiritual force believed in yogic and tantric traditions to reside dormant at the base of the spine. When activated, this energy is said to rise through the central energy channel (called the sushumna) and pass through the chakras, leading to profound experiences of transformation, awareness and spiritual awakening.

SPEED CONSTELLATIONS

Have you ever wondered about the future, or a conversation you never had with your partner because it felt uncomfortable? Are you curious about your next work move or seeking more insight into your connections? Would you like to deepen your relationship with your children, or do you have any other questions that long for your attention? Well, this is your invitation to dive effortlessly into all of these areas. With ‘Speed Constellations,’ we will work from the foundation of systemic (family) constellation work, but in a fun, practical, and dynamic way. Enrich your life with answers, awareness, and a deeper sense of connection.

RADICALLY OPEN BEING: WAYS TO MAKE LOVE FROM THE HEART

Simon is a facilitator with the International School of Temple Arts. He supports people to reawaken their innate life current, tap into their deeper intuition, and create marvellous things in this world. He is a second-generation shamanic healer with a PhD in poetry.

CACAO CEREMONY

Step into a sacred space where ceremonial cacao becomes a bridge. Cacao has been used for centuries in Mesoamerican traditions to open the heart, enhance clarity and deepen emotional connection. In this ritual, Ella-June guides you through a journey with breath, voice and connection. The cacao softens your edges, awakens your senses, and invites you into communion with yourself and the collective field. For this occasion, she will team up with her dearest Adrian Atma, who will guide the ceremony with his all musicality.

PENDULUM

Learn how to use a pendulum to connect with your Higher Self and receive clear guidance. This workshop covers how a pendulum works, how to cleanse it, discover your personal code, and use it with charts or letters. Bring your own pendulum or purchase one at the event.

RADICALLY OPEN BEING: WAYS TO MAKE LOVE FROM THE HEART

Simon is a facilitator with the International School of Temple Arts. He supports people to reawaken their innate life current, tap into their deeper intuition, and create marvellous things in this world. He is a second-generation shamanic healer with a PhD in poetry.

BIO-ELECTRICITY

What is Bio-Electricity? It’s the subtle charge flowing through your body bringing your life force in motion. Aimé will activate your energetic system through vagus nerve tuning, meridian flow and eye-gazing practices. The group experiences a group bio-electric activation, ending with a shared ritual to amplify connection, charge and coherence.

HEAL THE HEALER

A sacred space for healers, therapists, and caregivers to reconnect with their essence. Release what’s not yours, realign your energy, and remember the deeper truth of who you are. Because true healing flows from a nourished soul.

SIREN CALLS

siREn cAlls is a fluid ritual where listening becomes ceremony; an invitation to attune to the water within yourself, to return to the tides of your own body. An ode to the seas; those that shape our planet, and those that live within us. A reminder that everything is connected. Together we listen, we breathe, we remember: we are all bodies of water, part of a greater current.

QI GONG MASSAGE FOR HIGH SENSITIVE CHILDREN

A gentle, nurturing qigong experience designed to support sensory regulation, body awareness, and emotional ease. Guided by scientifically proven Qigong Sensory Therapy principles, this workshop helps nervous systems settle so authentic connection and growth become possible. Whether you’re a parent, practitioner or participant, you’ll learn simple touch‑based routines rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and modern neuroscience to help reduce overwhelm and foster calm presence.  1 TICKET = ADULT + CHILD

HUMAN DESIGN

What if you were never meant to fit in? But to understand your unique rhythm, energy, and way of seeing the world? In this immersive introduction to Human Design, Paula Torraco invites you into a living blueprint of yourself. Part ancient wisdom, part modern science, Human Design offers a practical map for decision-making, alignment and self-trust. Think of it as a permission slip to stop second-guessing and start living in a way that actually fits.

TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE

Zhao Sven Xuan went to the university of Nanjing Traditional Chinese Medicine and practiced medicine with his father for about 10 years before he decided to bring his expertise to our community. Explore the foundations of TCM and discover how meridians, pressure points and energy flow influence your well-being. This workshop introduces key healing tools including acupuncture, moxibustion, herbal medicine and kinesiology, offering insights into how each modality supports your healing.

PILATES

Céline D’Hont is a professional dancer, movement director and model based between Antwerp and New York City. With a strong foundation in body awareness and alignment, she blends her background in dance with the mindful precision of Pilates. Céline will be leading a Pilates masterclass on the rooftop, inviting you to reconnect with your body under the morning sky.

ALMA EN CANDELA: OPENING CEREMONY

Our opening ritual blends grounding breathwork, intuïtive vinyasa movement, and moments of stillness. Andrea, rooted in Caribbean passion and rhythm, gives you a soulful invitation to move, feel, and set your energy for the day.

YIN YOGA

Anouk De Vlaeminck is a certified yoga and mindfulness teacher, and manager at YogaLoft Gent. Known for her gentle and grounding approach, she specializes in Yin Yoga; a slow-paced style that draws from traditional Chinese medicine, where postures are held for extended periods to stimulate energy channels in the subtle body. Anouk will guide a calming Yin Yoga session, inviting deep relaxation, inner balance, and mindful connection with the body.

DUO YOGA

Some journeys begin with a single step; Laurenz’s began on the mat. What started as a personal practice soon grew into a calling: a path that led him to educate himself in kids & family yoga, yin yoga, vinyasa yoga, and more. Each training added another layer, not just to his teaching, but to the way he understands movement, stillness, and the human spirit. Today, as the studio owner of Atelier du Mon in Antwerp, Laurenz invites every student on an inward journey. A journey back to creativity, to breath, to the beauty of one’s own body. In his classes, the mat becomes more than a surface: it becomes a home.

 

TAI CHI

Els Jageneau has been teaching tai chi and qi gong since 2017 at Rust in Beweging in Boechout. She was first introduced to tai chi in the 1980s and has been studying the sun style and qi Gong since 2008 under Kris Van Cappellen. Els is a certified instructor in tai chi for arthritis, for energy, and fall prevention through Dr. Paul Lam’s programs. In her workshop, Els invites you into the gentle art of tai chi, often described as “meditation in motion.”

VINYASA YOGA

Alya Mourad is a devoted yogini and instructor, calling both Beirut and Antwerp home. She completed her 200-hour ashtanga-vinyasa teacher training under Paul Dallaghan at Centered Yoga in Koh Samui, Thailand. Drawing from diverse yoga tradition; including vinyasa, ashtanga, yin, jivamukti, acro, and power yoga; Alya brings fluidity, strength and creativity to the mat. Join her for a dynamic vinyasa yoga session that weaves breath and movement into a joyful practice.

QI GONG FOR HEALTH

Ingrid Van Hoof is a certified qi gong instructor with the school Rust in Beweging. She guides participants through this ancient Chinese practice designed to cultivate and balance vital energy (qi) in the body. Her sessions focus on gentle, flowing movements and breath awareness to support both physical and mental well-being. Join Ingrid to discover the healing power of qi gong and reconnect with your inner calm.

FLOW YOGA

Gaëlle Szalaï Vandenplas brings the festival to a soulful close with her signature flow yoga session; a gentle yet empowering practice infused with breath, movement and voice. A true electric soul, Gaëlle is head coach of yoga & pilates at Release Antwerp, a reiki & ceremony guide and singer-songwriter at heart. With a deep sensitivity for energy and expression, she invites you to land fully in your body as the day gracefully winds down.

XAVIER LE CLEF

Xavier Le Clef is the founder of the holistic institute “Xavier Le Clef” and is a well-known figure in Antwerp. As an acupuncturist, osteopath, and physiotherapist, he approaches each patient holistically, with this integrative philosophy at the core of his treatments. With 20 years of experience in so-called alternative medicine, he offers a wide range of healing methods within his practice, including acupuncture, (micro)osteopathy, manual therapy, general physiotherapy, lymphatic drainage, and much more.

SHAMANIC BREATHWORK

Jessy and Gregory are experienced shamanic practitioners in various fields of healing and are happy to share their combined expertise. You will be guided safely into the session using conscious connected breathwork and an immersion of soothing sounds including gongs, crystal & Tibetan singing bowls, trance drums, chimes, flutes and voice… An invitation to float in meditative space vibrating on all elements. 

ASHTANGA YOGA

Annette is a certified holistic nutritionist, fasting coach and passionate Ashtanga Yoga teacher. After discovering yoga through personal healing, she found lasting strength and focus in the discipline of Ashtanga. With a background in wellness and plant-based nutrition, Annette brings a grounded, energizing presence to her classes. At the festival, she’ll guide you through a dynamic and empowering Ashtanga Yoga session; breath by breath, movement by movement.

ELLA-JUNE HENRARD

Ella-June Henrard is an actress, doula, and space holder with a deep connection to the spiritual path. Alongside her work on screen and stage, she guides women through cacao ceremonies, rituals, and energetic practices. The sacred cacao plant brought her closer to her intuition, femininity, and the natural rhythm of life. As a doula, she offers intuitive and heartfelt support to women in all phases of pregnancy & birth.

SEXUAL SHAMANISM: THE KEY TO TRANSFORMATION IS RIGHT UNDER YOUR CLOTHES

Simon offers space for people to explore elements of themselves that might not get a lot of air in their everyday lives. His practice of bodywork and intimacy coaching comes from a grounding in ancient traditions of sensual wisdom, like Tantra, shamanism, and the arts. He conducts one-on-one sessions, workshops, and retreats with the intention of helping people to embody their own empowerment, pleasure, and spiritual growth.

ROY VERMEULEN: “LONGEVITY” by The Brick

Roy Vermeulen is co-owner, manager and coach at The Brick, Antwerp. Just a kid from Deurne who began building his dream 13 years ago, Roy has become a trusted voice in the world of fitness and performance coaching. Known for his no-nonsense approach, he believes persistence and consistency are the keys to long-term success, both in training and in life. In this interview, he shares his insights on longevity, sustainable fitness, and what it really takes to build something that lasts.

DAVID KETTERIDGE: “RESET”

David Ketteridge is a speaker and addiction expert with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. He has supported countless individuals on their path to recovery. David’s mission is to break the stigma surrounding addiction and to provide professionals, families and organizations with a clear understanding of the realities of addiction and the journey toward change. His approach is direct, insightful and fueled by a deep passion for true transformation.

PIETER EMBRECHTS

Pieter Embrechts is a Belgian actor, singer and creator whose artistic journey has increasingly intertwined with a deep spiritual path. Where his work once centered mainly on performance and outward expression, it now also embraces introspection, awareness and foremost connection. Through meditation, breathwork and ritual, Pieter has discovered deeper layers within himself that enrich not only his personal life but also resonate through his creative expression. His voice, presence and storytelling reflect the path of a man in motion: journeying inward, through life, and ever closer to the essence.

BODY & MOVE

Gaëlle Szalaï opens the Kids Stage with Body & Move; an energetic morning workshop full of games, singing, and playful movement. From kids’ Twister to mantra singing, she channels their morning energy into a bright flow for the day.

YOGA FOR KIDS

With warmth and playfulness, Annette introduces children to yoga in a way that’s fun and engaging. Through simple poses, breathing exercises, and imagination games, she helps them improve body awareness.

VLINDERBREIN

‘Vlinderbrein leren’ is an approach to education that focuses on developing the full potential of a child, with an emphasis on creativity, curiosity, and well-being. It’s about creating a learning environment where children don’t just gain knowledge, but truly flourish and discover their unique talents. We’re looking forward to listen to Juul’s story: he will open up about how this education has profoundly impacted both him and his family.


HILDE DE BAERDEMAEKER

Hilde is a mother, former actress, and now living the most beautiful chapter of her life: PLAY/PAUSE. With a rich background in yoga, meditation, energetic healing, and psychology, she guides you on a journey toward inner peace and genuine authenticity. During the ecstatic dance, she’ll set the space for the group to energetically connect and fully settle into our bodies, freeing our inner child and experiencing the healing power of dance.


DJ DELOIN

DJ Deloin, Antwerp native with mixed roots known as the man behind popular Antwerp nightlife event RRRUMOURS, always embodies a fresh, authentic energy with every set he’s behind the decks. For this occasion, he’s preparing something truly unique; a musical voyage through space and time, featuring his smooth mixing skills and old school vibes that will lift the dance floor to new dimensions.


SEPP BREESCH

Sepp’s Rocket Vinyasa Yoga classes are a journey; playful, progressive, and full of challenge. Based on the Ashtanga system and inspired by the late Larry Schultz, Rocket offers endless possibilities for everyone, from first-timers to seasoned practitioners. It’s a practice that shows you that you’re stronger than you think. Why the name “Rocket” ? Because you get there faster.

Push your limits, explore your edge, and welcome it all.

DAOUD FAWAZ

Daoud has dedicated his life to martial arts, cultivating strength, movement, and yang energy. Along the way, he discovered the softer balance of yin through breathwork, meditation and sound. His path weaves these forces together to create true harmony. In this workshop he will create a rich tapestry of sound with his extensive collection of instruments.


GUIDED ICEBATHS

As a certified orthomolecular therapist and cold exposure guide, Julie offers a grounded approach to nervous system regulation and inner resilience. Through guided breathwork and stress management techniques, participants are invited to drop into presence and explore the transformative power of the cold.

BREAKDANCE

Born in the Bronx and rooted in the heartbeat of hip-hop, breakdance is a vibrant form of sacral expression that unites rhythm, strength, and soul. In this workshop, we explore its essence through freestyle movement and body awareness.

ENERGY IN MOTION

Behind Just the Club is Justien: a dancer, dance therapist and sensitive spirit with a love for connection and emotion. For her, dance is never “just movement”. It’s a mirror of your subconscious, telling stories beyond words as each movement reveals, heals, and connects.
Her Energy In Motion experience isn’t about steps or perfection. No choreography. Just you, in motion; exploring your body’s own language. Justien guides you on a playful yet deep journey inward, using rhythm and flow to tap into your body’s intelligence.
Move your body, meet yourself.

AURA TRANSFORMATION

Drop into stillness and explore the subtle layers of your energy field. This guided session blends breathwork, aura sensing, and intentional presence to gently clear and recharge your energetic space. We’ll close with a shared cup of tea, grounding the practice in calm connection.

FAMILY CONSTELLATIONS

Family constellations explores hidden dynamics within your family system that may unconsciously influence your life. By bringing these patterns into the light through a constellation, deep insight, healing and transformation can occur. It’s a powerful method to release inherited patterns and reconnect with your authentic self.

SONIC SANCTUARY by Alchemia

Sonic Sanctuary is a multi-sensory journey designed to reset the nervous system, rewire the subconscious and bring deep inner rest. The experience combines breathwork, hypnotic meditation (with NLP) and immersive live sound healing using crystal bowls, gongs and chimes. High-quality headphones and spatial mics create a layered soundscape that surrounds and vibrates through your body. As your system softens, you’re guided inward into a state of clarity and balance. Experience a full-body return to presence and inner harmony.

HIIT

Our HIIT gets you to burn up to 1000 calories by alternating between cardio-intervals on the treadmill and weighted floor exercises. The workout reinvents the tools of the bootcamp trade and helps you slim down and get stronger.
You alternate between the self powered skillmill (a fancy word for a curved treadmill) and exercises on the ground or on the bench using the built-in weights. Get ready for sprints, crunches, push ups, squats, burpees and lot more. Whether afterwards you go to work, or to a dinner with friends, we promise you one thing, you will come out leaner and meaner.

KUNDALINI ACTIVATION

Kundalini activation refers to the awakening or stimulation of the kundalini energy; a powerful spiritual force believed in yogic and tantric traditions to reside dormant at the base of the spine. When activated, this energy is said to rise through the central energy channel (called the sushumna) and pass through the chakras, leading to profound experiences of transformation, awareness and spiritual awakening.

SPEED CONSTELLATIONS

Have you ever wondered about the future, or a conversation you never had with your partner because it felt uncomfortable? Are you curious about your next work move or seeking more insight into your connections? Would you like to deepen your relationship with your children, or do you have any other questions that long for your attention? Well, this is your invitation to dive effortlessly into all of these areas. With ‘Speed Constellations,’ we will work from the foundation of systemic (family) constellation work, but in a fun, practical, and dynamic way. Enrich your life with answers, awareness, and a deeper sense of connection.

RADICALLY OPEN BEING: WAYS TO MAKE LOVE FROM THE HEART

Simon is a facilitator with the International School of Temple Arts. He supports people to reawaken their innate life current, tap into their deeper intuition, and create marvellous things in this world. He is a second-generation shamanic healer with a PhD in poetry.

HEAL THE HEALER

A sacred space for healers, therapists, and caregivers to reconnect with their essence. Release what’s not yours, realign your energy, and remember the deeper truth of who you are. Because true healing flows from a nourished soul.

SIREN CALLS

siREn cAlls is a fluid ritual where listening becomes ceremony; an invitation to attune to the water within yourself, to return to the tides of your own body. An ode to the seas; those that shape our planet, and those that live within us. A reminder that everything is connected. Together we listen, we breathe, we remember: we are all bodies of water, part of a greater current.

QI GONG MASSAGE FOR HIGH SENSITIVE CHILDREN

A gentle, nurturing qigong experience designed to support sensory regulation, body awareness, and emotional ease. Guided by scientifically proven Qigong Sensory Therapy principles, this workshop helps nervous systems settle so authentic connection and growth become possible. Whether you’re a parent, practitioner or participant, you’ll learn simple touch‑based routines rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and modern neuroscience to help reduce overwhelm and foster calm presence.  1 TICKET = ADULT + CHILD

HUMAN DESIGN

What if you were never meant to fit in? But to understand your unique rhythm, energy, and way of seeing the world? In this immersive introduction to Human Design, Paula Torraco invites you into a living blueprint of yourself. Part ancient wisdom, part modern science, Human Design offers a practical map for decision-making, alignment and self-trust. Think of it as a permission slip to stop second-guessing and start living in a way that actually fits.

TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE

Zhao Sven Xuan went to the university of Nanjing Traditional Chinese Medicine and practiced medicine with his father for about 10 years before he decided to bring his expertise to our community. Explore the foundations of TCM and discover how meridians, pressure points and energy flow influence your well-being. This workshop introduces key healing tools including acupuncture, moxibustion, herbal medicine and kinesiology, offering insights into how each modality supports your healing.

BIO-ELECTRICITY

What is Bio-Electricity? It’s the subtle charge flowing through your body bringing your life force in motion. Aimé will activate your energetic system through vagus nerve tuning, meridian flow and eye-gazing practices. The group experiences a group bio-electric activation, ending with a shared ritual to amplify connection, charge and coherence.

CACAO CEREMONY

Step into a sacred space where ceremonial cacao becomes a bridge. Cacao has been used for centuries in Mesoamerican traditions to open the heart, enhance clarity and deepen emotional connection. In this ritual, Ella-June guides you through a journey with breath, voice and connection. The cacao softens your edges, awakens your senses, and invites you into communion with yourself and the collective field. For this occasion, she will team up with her dearest Adrian Atma, who will guide the ceremony with his all musicality.

PENDULUM

Learn how to use a pendulum to connect with your Higher Self and receive clear guidance. This workshop covers how a pendulum works, how to cleanse it, discover your personal code, and use it with charts or letters. Bring your own pendulum or purchase one at the event.

THE POWER OF TRANSMUTATION ‘HO’OMANA’

In this healing experience we combine coaching, kinesiology and chord cutting to release old attachments and reclaim your energy. Let go of what no longer serves, reconnect to your inner power, and step into deeper alignment. Ho’omana means ‘empowerment’, and that’s what this journey is all about.

PILATES

Céline D’Hont is a professional dancer, movement director and model based between Antwerp and New York City. With a strong foundation in body awareness and alignment, she blends her background in dance with the mindful precision of Pilates. Céline will be leading a Pilates masterclass on the rooftop, inviting you to reconnect with your body under the morning sky.

ALMA EN CANDELA: OPENING CEREMONY

Our opening ritual blends grounding breathwork, intuïtive vinyasa movement, and moments of stillness. Andrea, rooted in Caribbean passion and rhythm, gives you a soulful invitation to move, feel, and set your energy for the day.

YIN YOGA

Anouk De Vlaeminck is a certified yoga and mindfulness teacher, and manager at YogaLoft Gent. Known for her gentle and grounding approach, she specializes in Yin Yoga; a slow-paced style that draws from traditional Chinese medicine, where postures are held for extended periods to stimulate energy channels in the subtle body. Anouk will guide a calming Yin Yoga session, inviting deep relaxation, inner balance, and mindful connection with the body.

DUO YOGA

Some journeys begin with a single step; Laurenz’s began on the mat. What started as a personal practice soon grew into a calling: a path that led him to educate himself in kids & family yoga, yin yoga, vinyasa yoga, and more. Each training added another layer, not just to his teaching, but to the way he understands movement, stillness, and the human spirit. Today, as the studio owner of Atelier du Mon in Antwerp, Laurenz invites every student on an inward journey. A journey back to creativity, to breath, to the beauty of one’s own body. In his classes, the mat becomes more than a surface: it becomes a home.

 

ASHTANGA YOGA

Annette is a certified holistic nutritionist, fasting coach and passionate Ashtanga Yoga teacher. After discovering yoga through personal healing, she found lasting strength and focus in the discipline of Ashtanga. With a background in wellness and plant-based nutrition, Annette brings a grounded, energizing presence to her classes. At the festival, she’ll guide you through a dynamic and empowering Ashtanga Yoga session; breath by breath, movement by movement.

TAI CHI

Els Jageneau has been teaching tai chi and qi gong since 2017 at Rust in Beweging in Boechout. She was first introduced to tai chi in the 1980s and has been studying the sun style and qi Gong since 2008 under Kris Van Cappellen. Els is a certified instructor in tai chi for arthritis, for energy, and fall prevention through Dr. Paul Lam’s programs. In her workshop, Els invites you into the gentle art of tai chi, often described as “meditation in motion.”

VINYASA YOGA

Alya Mourad is a devoted yogini and instructor, calling both Beirut and Antwerp home. She completed her 200-hour ashtanga-vinyasa teacher training under Paul Dallaghan at Centered Yoga in Koh Samui, Thailand. Drawing from diverse yoga tradition; including vinyasa, ashtanga, yin, jivamukti, acro, and power yoga; Alya brings fluidity, strength and creativity to the mat. Join her for a dynamic vinyasa yoga session that weaves breath and movement into a joyful practice.

QI GONG FOR HEALTH

Ingrid Van Hoof is a certified qi gong instructor with the school Rust in Beweging. She guides participants through this ancient Chinese practice designed to cultivate and balance vital energy (qi) in the body. Her sessions focus on gentle, flowing movements and breath awareness to support both physical and mental well-being. Join Ingrid to discover the healing power of qi gong and reconnect with your inner calm.

FLOW YOGA

Gaëlle Szalaï Vandenplas brings the festival to a soulful close with her signature flow yoga session; a gentle yet empowering practice infused with breath, movement and voice. A true electric soul, Gaëlle is head coach of yoga & pilates at Release Antwerp, a reiki & ceremony guide and singer-songwriter at heart. With a deep sensitivity for energy and expression, she invites you to land fully in your body as the day gracefully winds down.

XAVIER LE CLEF

Xavier Le Clef is the founder of the holistic institute “Xavier Le Clef” and is a well-known figure in Antwerp. As an acupuncturist, osteopath, and physiotherapist, he approaches each patient holistically, with this integrative philosophy at the core of his treatments. With 20 years of experience in so-called alternative medicine, he offers a wide range of healing methods within his practice, including acupuncture, (micro)osteopathy, manual therapy, general physiotherapy, lymphatic drainage, and much more.

SHAMANIC BREATHWORK

Jessy and Gregory are experienced shamanic practitioners in various fields of healing and are happy to share their combined expertise. You will be guided safely into the session using conscious connected breathwork and an immersion of soothing sounds including gongs, crystal & Tibetan singing bowls, trance drums, chimes, flutes and voice… An invitation to float in meditative space vibrating on all elements. 

ELLA-JUNE HENRARD

Ella-June Henrard is an actress, doula, and space holder with a deep connection to the spiritual path. Alongside her work on screen and stage, she guides women through cacao ceremonies, rituals, and energetic practices. The sacred cacao plant brought her closer to her intuition, femininity, and the natural rhythm of life. As a doula, she offers intuitive and heartfelt support to women in all phases of pregnancy & birth.

SEXUAL SHAMANISM: THE KEY TO TRANSFORMATION IS RIGHT UNDER YOUR CLOTHES

Simon offers space for people to explore elements of themselves that might not get a lot of air in their everyday lives. His practice of bodywork and intimacy coaching comes from a grounding in ancient traditions of sensual wisdom, like Tantra, shamanism, and the arts. He conducts one-on-one sessions, workshops, and retreats with the intention of helping people to embody their own empowerment, pleasure, and spiritual growth.

ROY VERMEULEN: “LONGEVITY” by The Brick

Roy Vermeulen is co-owner, manager and coach at The Brick, Antwerp. Just a kid from Deurne who began building his dream 13 years ago, Roy has become a trusted voice in the world of fitness and performance coaching. Known for his no-nonsense approach, he believes persistence and consistency are the keys to long-term success, both in training and in life. In this interview, he shares his insights on longevity, sustainable fitness, and what it really takes to build something that lasts.

DAVID KETTERIDGE: “RESET”

David Ketteridge is a speaker and addiction expert with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. He has supported countless individuals on their path to recovery. David’s mission is to break the stigma surrounding addiction and to provide professionals, families and organizations with a clear understanding of the realities of addiction and the journey toward change. His approach is direct, insightful and fueled by a deep passion for true transformation.

PIETER EMBRECHTS

Pieter Embrechts is a Belgian actor, singer and creator whose artistic journey has increasingly intertwined with a deep spiritual path. Where his work once centered mainly on performance and outward expression, it now also embraces introspection, awareness and foremost connection. Through meditation, breathwork and ritual, Pieter has discovered deeper layers within himself that enrich not only his personal life but also resonate through his creative expression. His voice, presence and storytelling reflect the path of a man in motion: journeying inward, through life, and ever closer to the essence.

VLINDERBREIN

‘Vlinderbrein leren’ is an approach to education that focuses on developing the full potential of a child, with an emphasis on creativity, curiosity, and well-being. It’s about creating a learning environment where children don’t just gain knowledge, but truly flourish and discover their unique talents. We’re looking forward to listen to Juul’s story: he will open up about how this education has profoundly impacted both him and his family.


YOGA FOR KIDS

With warmth and playfulness, Annette introduces children to yoga in a way that’s fun and engaging. Through simple poses, breathing exercises, and imagination games, she helps them improve body awareness.

BODY & MOVE

Gaëlle Szalaï opens the Kids Stage with Body & Move; an energetic morning workshop full of games, singing, and playful movement. From kids’ Twister to mantra singing, she channels their morning energy into a bright flow for the day.

HILDE DE BAERDEMAEKER

Hilde is a mother, former actress, and now living the most beautiful chapter of her life: PLAY/PAUSE. With a rich background in yoga, meditation, energetic healing, and psychology, she guides you on a journey toward inner peace and genuine authenticity. During the ecstatic dance, she’ll set the space for the group to energetically connect and fully settle into our bodies, freeing our inner child and experiencing the healing power of dance.


DJ DELOIN

DJ Deloin, Antwerp native with mixed roots known as the man behind popular Antwerp nightlife event RRRUMOURS, always embodies a fresh, authentic energy with every set he’s behind the decks. For this occasion, he’s preparing something truly unique; a musical voyage through space and time, featuring his smooth mixing skills and old school vibes that will lift the dance floor to new dimensions.


SEPP BREESCH

Sepp’s Rocket Vinyasa Yoga classes are a journey; playful, progressive, and full of challenge. Based on the Ashtanga system and inspired by the late Larry Schultz, Rocket offers endless possibilities for everyone, from first-timers to seasoned practitioners. It’s a practice that shows you that you’re stronger than you think. Why the name “Rocket” ? Because you get there faster.

Push your limits, explore your edge, and welcome it all.

RADICALLY OPEN BEING: WAYS TO MAKE LOVE FROM THE HEART

Simon is a facilitator with the International School of Temple Arts. He supports people to reawaken their innate life current, tap into their deeper intuition, and create marvellous things in this world. He is a second-generation shamanic healer with a PhD in poetry.

DAOUD FAWAZ

Daoud has dedicated his life to martial arts, cultivating strength, movement, and yang energy. Along the way, he discovered the softer balance of yin through breathwork, meditation and sound. His path weaves these forces together to create true harmony. In this workshop he will create a rich tapestry of sound with his extensive collection of instruments.


TIME

EXPERIENCE

LOCATION

09.00-10.50

OPENING CEREMONY

ALTAR PORTAL

09.00-10.00

PILATES

ALTAR HEAVEN

09.00-18.00

MARKET

PLEIN PARK ZUID

10.00-11.00

XAVIER LE CLEF

ALTAR TALKS

10.00-11.00

YOGA FOR KIDS

MUSEUMPLEIN

10.00-12.00

GUIDED ICEBATHS

ALTAR TEMPLE

10.00-12.00

AURA TRANSFORMATION

ALCHEMIA

10.00-12.00

KUNDALINI ACTIVATION

RELEASE SOUTH

11.00-11.50

YIN YOGA

ALTAR PORTAL

11.00-12.00

ROCKET YOGA

ALTAR HEAVEN

11.00-13.00

QI GONG MASSAGE FOR HIGHLY SENSITIVE CHILDREN

FOMU

11.30-12.30

BODY & MOVE

MUSEUMPLEIN

11.30-12.30

ELLA-JUNE HENRARD

ALTAR TALKS

12.00-12.50

DUO YOGA

ALTAR PORTAL

12.00-14.00

PENDULUM

M HKA

12.00-14.00

SHAMANIC BREATHWORK

M HKA SKY

13.00-13.50

ASHTANGA YOGA

ALTAR PORTAL

13.00-14.00

BREAKDANCE

ALTAR TEMPLE

13.00-14.00

SIMON MARVELL

ALTAR TALKS

13.00-15.00

FAMILY CONSTELLATIONS

ALCHEMIA

13.00-15.00

SPEED CONSTELLATIONS

RELEASE SOUTH

13.00-15.00

HUMAN DESIGN

THE BRICK SATORI

13.00-14.00

VLINDERBREIN

MUSEUMPLEIN

13.30-15.30

HEAL THE HEALER

FOMU

14.00-14.50

TAI CHI

ALTAR PORTAL

14.00-15.00

HIIT

RITE BIKE

14.30-15.30

ROY VERMEULEN

ALTAR TALKS

15.00-15.50

VINYASA YOGA

ALTAR PORTAL

15.00-17.00

THE POWER OF TRANSMUTATION

M HKA

15.00-17.30

CACAO CEREMONY

M HKA SKY

16.00-16.50

QI GONG FOR HEALTH

ALTAR PORTAL

16.00-17.00

DAVID KETTERIDGE

ALTAR TALKS

16.00-18.00

SOUND HEALING

ALCHEMIA

16.00-18.00

ENERGY IN MOTION

ALTAR TEMPLE

16.00-18.00

TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE

FOMU

16.00-18.00

WAYS TO MAKE LOVE FROM THE HEART

RELEASE SOUTH

16.00-18.00

BIO-ELECTRICITY

THE BRICK SATORI

17.00-17.50

FLOW YOGA

ALTAR PORTAL

17.30-18.30

PIETER EMBRECHTS

ALTAR TALKS

19.00-20.00

DANCE/HILDE DE BAERDEMAEKER

ALTAR TEMPLE

20.00-22.00

DANCE/DJ DELOIN

ALTAR TEMPLE

22.00-00.00

COOLING DOWN/FLORINE GABRIËL

ALTAR TEMPLE