MEN’S TEMAZCAL
A gathering of men in ceremony
Long Beach, California
Arrival: 7:00 PM
Please plan approximately 4–5 hours for the full experience.
The Intention
The Men’s Temazcal is an opportunity for men to gather in ceremony and cultivate a deeper relationship with ourselves, one another, and Life.
Our intention is to enter the ceremony connected to our masculine energy: our presence, integrity, responsibility, strength, direction, and willingness to show up fully.
As we enter the Temazcal, we are also invited to receive, connect, trust, and surrender to the feminine energy of the space.
What is a Temazcal?
Temazcal is an ancient Mesoamerican ceremonial practice that brings people together inside an enclosed, womb-like structure.
Heated volcanic stones, known as abuelitas, are brought into the center of the Temazcal. Water and herbs are placed upon the stones, creating the heat and steam that become part of the ceremony.
Our ceremony unfolds through four doors, or rounds, and may include prayer, songs, drumming, rattles, silence, reflection, and shared intention.
The Masculine & Feminine
The Temazcal is traditionally understood as the womb of Mother Earth.
Outside the Temazcal, the fire carries a powerful masculine force as it heats the abuelitas. The stones are then brought into the feminine space of the womb, where fire, earth, water, air, breath, and our own presence come together.
For men, this creates an opportunity to embody our strength and presence while allowing ourselves to receive, trust, connect, and surrender to what the ceremony presents.
The Experience
The Temazcal itself generally lasts approximately 2–3 hours, depending on the flow of the ceremony. Please plan approximately 4–5 hours for the complete experience, including preparation, ceremony, and time together afterward.
Arrival is at 7:00 PM.
The ceremony is facilitated in English, with songs in Spanish.
About Your Facilitator
My name is Armando Hart, and I will be facilitating and holding the space for this Men’s Temazcal.
I was initiated by Temazcal leaders and entrusted to offer and facilitate this ceremony. I carry that responsibility with humility and deep respect for the traditions that have been shared with me, the ceremony itself, and every man who enters the Temazcal.
My own path has been shaped by movement, coaching, teaching, fatherhood, my Mexican and Purépecha ancestry, and the continued practice of learning how to participate more fully in Life.
For this Men’s Temazcal, my intention is to create and hold a space where we can gather as men, embody our masculine energy, support one another, and allow ourselves to receive and surrender to what the ceremony presents.
I approach this responsibility with presence, respect, integrity, and a willingness to listen.
Health & Safety — Please Read Before Registering
A Temazcal involves significant heat, humidity, steam, and prolonged exposure to a hot environment. Your safety is important to us.
Please contact me before registering if you have a medical condition, take medication, have recently had surgery, or have another health concern that could affect your ability to safely participate.
This is especially important if you have a history of:
- Heart or cardiovascular conditions
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Fainting or significant heat intolerance
- Seizures
- Significant respiratory conditions
- Recent surgery or significant injury
- Other medical conditions that may be affected by intense heat
Please also contact me if you take medications that may affect blood pressure, heart rate, hydration, sweating, blood clotting, or your body’s ability to regulate temperature.
If a physician has advised you to avoid saunas, steam rooms, strenuous heat exposure, or dehydration, please speak with your medical provider before considering participation.
If you are uncertain about your ability to safely participate, please consult your medical provider and contact me before reserving your space.
The Temazcal is a ceremonial and spiritual practice and is not a substitute for medical or mental health care.
Reserve Your Space
Space is limited. A reservation is required to hold your place in the Men’s Temazcal.
Contribution Upon Arrival
$55–$125 sliding scale
Minimum contribution: $55
The $25 reservation fee holds your space and is separate from the contribution made upon arrival.
By reserving your space, you understand that the $25 reservation fee is non-refundable.
Come prepared to participate, listen, receive, and honor your own limits and the men sharing the space with you.