Transformational & Relatable Men’s Work Experiences
What is Four Great Fires?
For men doing the inner-work with courage and intention, Four Great Fires is a men's group orientated around four immersive events in each of the four seasons.
With fire-side circles and a range embodied activities we create supportive and grounded spaces for men to connect authentically.
Our growing community aims to offer each man a boost of inspired energy, mental clarity and a sense of belonging.
Since its inception in 2023 the Four Great Fires events have become a powerful network of reference points helping anchor us in the rhythm of nature as well as greater integrity to our life goals.
Guided by ancient values as well as modern frameworks for personal growth and development, we draw inspiration both from the The Pagan Wheel of the Year and Classical Chinese Medicine, in particular the Five Elements and how they relate to the turning seasons.
Check out our weekend and day retreats below
“What brought me here was primarily a desire for connection. Four Great Fires is a really powerful, supportive and grounding space with lots of healthy male energy”
- Jonathan, Photograher
“Four Great Fires to me is an opportunity to connect with other men, to let go and be myself.
I also wanted to connect more with nature and the seasons having spent a lot of time disconnected from my own body, disconnected from other people and working on my own”
Adam, Poet
“This weekend has been amazing.. I’ve left with a real sense of connection to self, to others and an ability to think about where I want to go next in my personal and professional life”
Hendrix, Psychotherapist
Who’s it for and what to expect
Four Great Fires is for men of any age and background, ready to lead themselves first and be of service to others. We see strength in diversity and offer subsidised places to help with affordability.
The time-honoured agreements of confidentiality, active listening, feedback as requested, non-judgement and self-responsibility are our starting point.
Each experience incorporates a blend of holistic activities including: fire circles, walk & talks, meditation, breath-work, Qi Gong, sauna, cold plunge & more..
All activities are offered on an opt-in basis and are uniquely curated for each event to balance body and mind.
As well as gaining new practices and tools, these experiences unleash our brains' treasure chest of neurotransmitters in the following ways:
🔥 Dopamine - setting meaningful goals and embracing novel experiences
🔥 Oxytocin – building close relationships and practicing active listening
🔥 Serotonin - sunlight exposure, physical exercise and mindful time in nature
🔥 Endorphins - laughing and having fun
What to expect…
Meet our participants from our Autumn Weekend Retreat in 2024 in Kent, UK.
2025 Retreat Dates
Typically the Winter and Summer events are day events in Hackney, London. The Spring and Autumn events are weekend camping immersions in beautiful, wild places within 1.5 hour’s drive of London.
🔥 SOLD OUT Winter Day Retreat, East London, UK | Sat 25th January 10am - 3pm
🔥 SOLD OUT Spring Weekend Retreat, Bluebell Wood nr Haslemere | Sat 26th - Sun 27th April
🔥 SOLD OUT Summer Day Retreat, Hackney | Sat 19th July 10am - 4pm
🔥 Autumn Evening Gathering, Hackney Wick - Box + Bond | Fri 17th Oct 6pm - 9pm | Tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/box-bond-autumn-mens-gathering
🔥 Spring Immersion, Slovenia | June 2026 FIND OUT MORE HERE
“I love these retreats. They never fail to give me exactly what I need.. Always: amazing men, sitting, sharing around beautiful fires, nature, sauna, cold plunge.. They give me a feeling of coming home to something deep and profound. I’m really grateful for them!”
- Tom, actor
“I’ve had a fantastic weekend spending time with great people. It was a truly bonding experience that I would recommend to anyone. “
- Jamie Ross, model
“Wow what can I say!? What a wonderful weekend away from the city, in such a beautiful location! To be held in a space of love and to feel safe to open up and share with fellow men in dynamic ways has given me so much that will transcend into what I do in work, family and social life”
- Kofi, teacher
Next Steps…
To book your place on a retreat or get in touch click on the link below.