Mama Cacao Experiences

Recent research shows that meaningful human connections are a fundamental pillar of health and longevity. Studies consistently link strong social bonds with lower stress, reduced inflammation, and a longer, healthier life—highlighting that beyond diet and exercise, the quality of our relationships plays a decisive role in our overall well-being. This gathering is an invitation to nurture what science now recognizes as essential: authentic human connection.

Twice a year, under the full moon, Mama Cacao opens an intimate circle at Kraftwerk Zürich.

A carefully curated experience where ceremonial cacao, conscious connection, live music, and plant-based cuisine come together to create space for real encounters.

This is not networking. This is remembering how to meet — slowly, honestly, and from the heart.

Participants are guided through a cacao circle and meditation, conscious sharing, and small-group conversations, from gentle openings to deeper, more vulnerable exchanges.

Live music flows throughout the evening, guided by JKson, accompanied by Facu (percussion & charango) and Diogo (keys), creating a living soundscape that supports presence and expression.

An Open Heart Mic moment invites a few voices to share songs born from truth rather than performance.

The evening then unfolds naturally around a vegan buffet prepared by Nomads Zürich, allowing connections to deepen freely over food and conversation.

Held in an intimate setting of 10 to 25 participants, this experience is ideal for anybody looking to meet new, like-minded people: expats, newcomers to Zürich, creatives, artists, leaders, professionals, and curious souls seeking meaningful connection in a safe and refined space.

### What to Expect

• Intimate circle
• Guided cacao ceremony, meditation, and conscious sharing
• Guided group conversations, unfolding from ease and curiosity into honest depth
• Live music and conscious jam throughout the evening
• Open Heart Mic for heartfelt songs
• Vegan buffet by Nomads Zürich
• Safe, inclusive, yet exclusive space for presence and connection

### Who It's For

• Local residents of Switzerland who wish to rediscover the art of connecting beyond the superficial
• Foodies, good food lovers
• Expats and newcomers to Zürich
• Creatives, artists, and musicians
• Professionals, conscious leaders, and entrepreneurs
• Curious souls seeking authentic human connection

### Event Details

February 1, 2026 – Love & BondsLocation: Kraftwerk Zürich
Time: Sunday, 17:30 – 21
Participants: 10–25

A space to return to what is essential
We invite you to take part in a ritual gathering for men, created for those who feel the call to pause, breathe, and reconnect with their inner strength in a safe and authentic space.
We gather in the forest, around the grandfather fire, to share ceremonial cacao and form a circle of presence, listening, and brotherhood.

This is not a workshop, nor a talk, nor a “self-improvement” experience.

It is a living space of encounter, where each man is welcome exactly as he is.
There are no hierarchies here, no masks to wear.

Only men walking their own path, supported by the strength of the circle.

Who is this gathering for?

• This circle is open to men who:
• Seek a more honest connection with themselves.
• Feel the desire to inhabit their masculinity with greater awareness and maturity.
• Value silence, authentic speech, and presence.
• Wish to experience brotherhood beyond competition or judgment.
• Are willing to listen and to be listened to.
• No previous experience with circles, rituals, or spiritual practices is required. Only a willingness to be present.

What we will experience together
During this gathering of approximately two hours, we will move through simple yet profound practices, guided with care and clarity:

• Ceremonial Cacao Circle, Cacao as a heart medicine, supporting openness, listening, and authentic expression.
• Sacred Fire, The grandfather fire as the center of the gathering, witness to our intentions and processes.
• Meditation and Presence, Moments of silence and inner connection, held by the group.
• Talking Circle, A safe space to share from truth, without advice or judgment.
• Connection with Nature: The forest as a living temple that reminds us of what truly matters.
• Expression and Rhythm: An optional moment of music, song, or percussion to integrate the experience.

Each gathering honors the energy of conscious masculinity, integrating strength and sensitivity, direction and openness.

Practical information
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Location: Forests of Zurich (The exact location is shared after registration)
Energy exchange: Single ticket: 30 CHF Brothers ticket (2 people): 50 CHF

Places are limited to preserve the quality and intimacy of the circle.

What to bring

• A cup for ceremonial cacao
• A water bottle
• Wood for the fire
• An offering for the altar (fruit, seeds, a photo, or something that represents love and gratitude)
• Notebook and pen
• Musical instrument (optional)
• Comfortable, warm clothing for outdoor conditions
• Something light to eat after the gathering
• We recommend fasting for at least 2 hours beforehand, as we will be working with ceremonial cacao.
• A held and conscious space
• This gathering is held with respect, confidentiality, and presence.

Everything shared in the circle remains within the circle.
The use of alcohol or other substances before or during the gathering is not permitted.

We are deeply excited to reunite with our beloved Zurich community for the second year of our gathering series — and to begin this new cycle with a renewed and powerful concept.

This year, 3 of our 7 events at the stunning main hall of Kraftwerk Zurich will be dedicated to a Cacao & Conscious Connected Breathwork Ritual: a carefully curated experience designed to support profound transformation, emotional release, and inner breakthroughs.

This practice is an invitation to reconnect with your vital life force, explore expanded states of awareness, and integrate new tools for daily life — guided by outstanding local and international facilitators.

The journey is held by the heart-opening medicine of ceremonial cacao, enriched by live music, and supported by a safe, intentional space that allows you to go deep while feeling fully held.

#### WHAT TO EXPECT — A 3-HOUR IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

✧ Cacao Ceremony with Jkson, featuring sacred Peruvian cacao by Mama Cacao

✧ Conscious Connected Breathwork with Marc.

✧ Live Music Journey, led by Jkson and supported by Facu on percussion, guiding you deeper into body, emotion, and spirit

✧ Sharing Circle, to close the evening with reflection, grounding, and connection

#### PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Doors Open: 17:00

Ceremony Begins: 17:30

(Please arrive by 17:20 to settle in and prepare.)

#### What to Bring

#### ✧ A water bottle

✧ A small offering for the cacao spirits (flowers, tobacco, nuts, seeds, fruits)

✧ A blindfold or eye cover

✧ A blanket, or whatever you need to feel warm and cozy during relaxation.

✧ We recommend fasting for at least 2 hours before the ceremony

Health Notice

Please contact us prior to the event if you are taking antidepressants, are pregnant, or have a serious heart condition, high blood pressure, epilepsy, or other medical concerns.

#### ABOUT THE FACILITATORS

Marc is the founder of the Sacred Ways Institute of Transformational Arts in Zürich. As a Breathwork Teacher, Transformational Guide, and transpersonal Integration Coach, he has developed the Naikando Method®, an innovative approach of Conscious Connected Breathing that incorporates the conscious use of tuning fork and vocal toning in expansive states. Marc has been bringing Sacred Ways’ Ceremonies to Zürich and other places in and around Switzerland for many years and is delighted to offer this work in an exquisite one-time event in collaboration with Mama Cacao, held in safe environment in that release, expansion, and deep insights may arise.