About The Retreat
Dates: 9th – 13th October
On this four-day retreat, in the beautiful, wild forests of Central Portugal, we will invite you to Return to Your Natural Self. Our program is guided and inspired by the elements, as we find that it is in nature that we can come home to ourselves.
We will hold a safe space for you to disconnect from the outside world and explore your inner world. Throughout our time together, you’ll learn to embrace all parts of yourself, both your darkness and your light. On this self-connection journey, you’ll also be connecting deeply with other magical women, learning to share your authentic self with truth and vulnerability, and holding the space for others to share with you.
This experience will move you to face your fears, step into your truest self, and share your magic with those around you. This is an intimate gathering, and space is limited to a maximum of 12 women.
Venue
This special retreat centre is an eco lodge located in a majestic valley where two rivers meet in the Sierra da Estrela region of Central Portugal.
The owners of this nature-immersed retreat centre have worked hard to complement the land’s beauty by building from natural & local materials. The venue is run solely on solar power & the water supplied by the land. This comfortable space held in nature is the perfect setting for wellness, healing, and transformation.
The retreat centre will be exclusively ours during our time together. We will gather for experiences in the cozy indoor shala, the outdoor shala with panoramic views of the valley, around the fire pit, and in the sweat lodge for a unique ceremony.
Activities / classes
Our retreat is purposefully planned to take you on a unique journey through the use of multiple modalities all of which encourage you to connect with your heart, your body, and the community.
Our Journey Together Includes:
- Guided Meditation
- Breathwork
- Yoga (Hatha, Vinyasa & Yin)
- Fluentbody (Somatic Movement Therapy)
- Ecstatic Dance
- Daily Sharing Circles
- Authentic Relating Exercises
- Voice Activation and Singing Circles
- Reflective Journaling
- A Cacao Ceremony
- A Fire Ceremony
- Special Activity: Temazcal Sweat Lodge Ceremony
- Our program also includes free time to relax and immerse yourself in the natural surroundings.
Teachers / instructors
Claire is passionate about community, movement, and music. She is a certified ecstatic dance facilitator and DJ, and she is also a certified Fluentbody instructor. For the past two years, she’s been organizing and facilitating gatherings for women and loves creating spaces for women to connect on a deeper level with themselves and others.
Sian is passionate about yoga, self discovery and living a meaningful life. She is a certified holistic health coach, 200hr Yoga Teacher, and sound bath facilitator in Berlin. She creates these spaces for women to facilitate their transformative journeys of self discovery leading to more freedom and joy; while also providing a space for women to connect with other beautiful souls.
Schedule / Typical day
On our first evening together, we’ll begin the journey with a beautiful opening ceremony. On Thursday, we will warm-up our bodies, hearts, and minds, grounding and connecting to all parts of ourselves and our inner knowing. Friday will be our activation day, the peak of our journey, during which we will tap into the fire within us.
Saturday will be reserved for process and integration, a key part of our journey. Our final day, Sunday, will be dedicated to a beautiful closing ceremony designed to honor the transformational experience.
Every morning will start with yoga and sound followed by brunch. Each day will include somatic movement, a circle, free time, and a ceremony. There will also be snacks and supper every day, which we will share together.
Food / Cuisine
Meals are lovingly prepared by the retreat centre’s intuitive chef, Hannah, and enjoyed together in the communal dining room. All food is seasonal and organic, much of it coming from the garden.
Every day, brunch, snacks and supper are included.
When you enquire about joining our retreat, please share any special dietary requirements with us.
Location and how to get there
TRANSFERS to and from the airport:
There will be a transfer* to and from Lisbon airport to the venue. The transfer will be leaving from the Lisbon airport at 13:00 on 9 Oct and returning to the Lisbon airport at 15:00 on 13 Oct.
*cost not included – cost for transfer will be 37 to 60 Euros one way. We will be able to confirm the final cost closer to the date based upon the number of women attending the retreat.
Alternatively, a shuttle can be arranged from Porto airport to the venue; or guests can meet in Coimbra which is easily accessed by public transport (bus or train, only one hour from the venue), and a shuttle can often be arranged on the day of check-in to the venue
Retreat Price & Accommodation
• Penta Pods
Pentagonal Pods with a window and a door that allows guests to admire the view from their bed, or lounge on their private deck. Single Bed
> End of Summer Special (ends Sept 22): €1000; deposit €500
Normal Price: €1200; deposit €600
• Tri Pods
Named for their triangular shape, each has a small deck out front to admire the views of the pool and sweeping tree tops. Double Bed.
> End of Summer Special (ends Sept 22): €1100; deposit €550
Normal Price: €1300; deposit €650
• Tetra Pods
Inspired by the Tetrahedron the walls reach 6 meters high to a skylight at the top. They also have a large round window. Double Bed.
> End of Summer Special (ends Sept 22): €1100; deposit €550
Normal Price: €1300; deposit €650
• Alta Pods
These uniquely shaped pods have stunning views over the valley so you can rise each day with the sun. Double Bed.
> End of Summer Special (ends Sept 22): €1100; deposit €550
Normal Price: €1300; deposit €650
• Granite Room
The original ruin, renovated to maintain its rustic charm. It is cozy warm in the winter and refreshingly cool in the summer. Double Bed.
End of Summer Special (ends Sept 22): €1200; deposit €600
Normal Price: €1400; deposit €700
What’s included
- All activities
- Accommodation
- Meals
- A gift from us are covered in the cost of the retreat
Not included
- Flights
- Transfer to and from the airport
How to Book
Please reach out to us via email. We are always happy to hop on a video call as well to answer any questions you may have!
