90-Day Martial Arts & Sufi Meditation Immersion in Marrakech

The 90-day retreat at Koom is a rare opportunity to live inside the intersection of two ancient traditions: Taoist Shaolin martial arts and Sufi mysticism. Hicham, who goes by Sham, studied with Shaolin monks in China for a year and holds a Sufi lineage that spans 42 generations. He's been given explicit permission by both his Sufi master and his Shaolin shifu to share these practices with the world, which he does with a warmth that guests consistently remark on.

Days typically start with physical training—forms, conditioning, and strength work informed by the Shaolin tradition—followed by meditation and study. Afternoons might include additional training, time in the gardens, or one-on-one sessions with Sham. The program is fully customizable: when you book, you share your objectives, and the daily schedule is shaped around them. This isn't a boot camp with a fixed curriculum; it's a living practice that adapts to where you are.

The setting itself is integral to the experience. The center is an old monastery on a family farm, surrounded by olive trees and flower gardens. There are spring-water pools, meditation rooms, a sun deck, a spa, and a hammam. The Atlas Mountains rise in the distance, visible from the roof where guests gather for sunrise. The animals—peacocks, cats, rabbits—add to the sense of peace and life.

You'll leave not just with a stronger body and a quieter mind, but with practical tools to maintain the new energy you've found. The practice is about understanding your own gifts and purpose, not about becoming someone else. As the center says, the intent is not to change you but to help you see yourself more clearly.

What's included

- 89 nights accommodation in a private room (shared bathroom) - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Daily meditation classes - Daily martial arts training - 1 hour treatment (e.g., sport massage) - Airport pickup and drop-off - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Free parking - Luggage storage - Wifi connection - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Security deposit refundable at departure

What's not included

- Visa fees - Travel insurance - Additional treatments (beyond the included 1 hour) - Additional activities not in the itinerary - Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, extra snacks)