The power of words retreat

8 – 15 September 2024

Location: Sintra- Portugal

Our magical retreat. 

Words can have a positive or a negative impact on your mind and body.The words we use to communicate with others, the words we use to describe our experiences, the words we choose for our inner dialogue, the words that slip out during intense moments.

What are the words, even the ones left unspoken, that flood your brain throughout your day? Can you remember them? Maybe you can only feel their weight.

How do the words of others affect you? Do you know why they affect you? Maybe you can only feel their embrace, maybe their sting.

Through a conscious routine of yoga, surf and nutrition we will create positive and relaxed moments for a deep and gentle connection to ourselves. By creating a safe space we reflect on the words that will join us through our individual and collective experience. The words of moments in the water, on the surfboard, at the table (maybe through big and delicious bites), on the mat, out in nature, in a massage.

During our magical week let yourself be guided through your own world. Allow your body to be soft and your mind to pause so that you can connect with your true self, so that you can live your everyday life grounded and conscious of how you exist in this world.

If you need a pause, if you need yourself, come and join us.

Program includes:

  • Daily different yoga classes lead by experienced and certified instructors
  • Various styles of yoga, such as Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Yoga Nidra, breathwork and meditation
  • Ecstatic dance
  • Cacao ceremony
  • Ayurvedic nutrition class
  • Coaching sessions
  • Professional surfing lessons for all levels
  • Nutritious and delicious meals using locally sourced, fresh, and organic ingredients
  • professional photos and videos

Location

Sintra is a natural beauty. A combination of lush forests, rolling hills, and its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, the picturesque area provides a serene and rejuvenating environment – predestined for retreats. The climate and weather conditions allow for both, comfortable yoga practice, lots of surfing, and a wealth of outdoor activities. Our main retreat location is “The Peak House”, the perfect spot for peaceful and tranquil yoga sessions and to indulge in meditation, laughter, fun and self-discovery.

“During my travels I became enchanted by the treasures of Portugal: the warmth of the people, the song of the ocean in my heart, the abundance of inspiration in nature.”

Yoga classes

The retreat offers different classes of yoga sessions conducted by experienced instructors daily. The classes will take place in an open air shala allowing participants to connect with the nature around while practicing yoga.

  • 6 morning yoga classes guided by Marta B.
  • 3 evening classes guided by an awesome person to be announced

Surf lessons

For the surfing lessons, regardless of your surfing experience, you will receive professional surfing guidance. Qualified instructors who have the ocean in their DNA and sun in their hearts, will guide you with joy and enthusiasm through the basics or help improve your skills.

  • 4 surf lessons with the brothers
  • 1 additional class available (payment)

Meals

Healthy meals are a crucial aspect of the retreat. The menu is created with love by our chef who personally picks recipes built on locally sourced, fresh, and organic ingredients, promoting a healthy and balanced diet.

  • Breakfast/brunch included for every day of the retreat.
  • Dinners included for every day of the retreat.
  • Tea, fresh water and fruits and snacks will be available every day.

 

All meals are vegetarian and some fish options will be given. Please let us know up front if you have any allergies, intolerances or preferences we need to consider during our food planning. In the booking you will have the options to notify us about your intolerances.

Accommodation

The Peak House will be our exclusive retreat home for this week. The house has a warm and very beautiful atmosphere surrounded by beautiful nature.

The rooms come with simplicity to calm the mind but in a modern and very tasteful comfortable design.

Example of how a day could look like:

  • 6:30-7:30 a.m morning yoga + yoga nidra
  • 7:30-10:30 a.m surfing ( time will vary due to the tide and conditions)
  • 10:30- 11:30 breakfast brunch
  • 11:30-4:15 pm free time
  • 4:30-6:00 pm yoga session
  • 7:00 pm dinner

The program will be adjusted and can vary but all activities offered in our concepts/ packages will be integrated into the entire week.

General information

Yoga Props 

Please note that we offer yoga mats but if you prefer your own mats, please feel free to bring your own yoga mat. We offer blankets, blocks and bolsters.

Optional Activities:

In your free time, you will have enough space to explore the local area. Engage in optional excursions, or simply unwind on the beach. We are happy to help you craft the perfect itinerary for you.

Massages, private photo/ video sessions are available for booking to treat yourself with some of wellness or make sure you have your wonderful memories not only captured in your heart but also in a picture to cherish forever.

  • Climbing – booking needed
  • Horse riding – booking needed
  • Beautiful hikes around the area
  • Book tuc tuc sightseeing tours
  • Floating at the beach means doing nothing and enjoying the sun and ocean
  • Dive into the cultural richness around Sintra with a variety of historical sites, including palaces, castles, and gardens to visit.
  • Visiting other towns around

When to arrive

Preferable time to arrive would be on Sunday afternoon. The program is planned to start on Sunday 8th of September at 4 p.m. Let us know your arrival time and your booked flights, we can help you how to get there.

The best time to depart is the 15th of September after the breakfast brunch noon/ afternoon, the program finishes around 11 am on Sunday.

How to get to the location

Car option:
The Peak house is around 40 min driving distance from Lisbon.

Train option:

Train takes around 60 min from Lisbon center to Sintra train station. From the train station you can take an uber. The train Station is around 10-12 min away from the location of the retreat. We can help you to organize the pick up if you need help.

Further instructions will be sent out upon your booking.

Prices

1 single room available: ( only one available, first come first served basis)

  • Single room package (kingsize bed, own bathroom and toilet) per person – 1670 EUR

  • Can be book as twin room package per person – 1490 EUR

2 double rooms available:

  • Double/ twin room (own bathroom and toilet) package per person – 1490 EUR

1 room available:

  • Single room package or as double/twin room available per person (shared bathroom and toilet in the main house) package per person – 1440 EUR

Shared dorm spacious, 6 beds:

  • 1 dorm package per person – 1350 EUR

Shared bathroom and toilets in the main house.



Double/twin room can be booked by two guests traveling together.

The other option, to book as a single traveler and you might share the room with another guest.

Package included:

  • 7 nights
  • 6 x Morning yoga & maditation classes
  • 3 x afternoon yoga classes
  • 1 x ecstatic dance class
  • 2 x coaching classes ( The Power of Words)
  • 4 x surfing classes (1 additional classes optional)
  • 1 x cacao ceremony
  • 1 x nutrition class
  • Pictures and video taken by professional photographer/Camera operator
  • Breakfast brunch dally
  • 7 x dinner (included different surprise dinner venues)
  • Tea, water, fruits and snacks available daily

Not included:

  • Flights
  • Arrival and Departure pick up
  • Alcoholic drinks (are available at the Peak house)
  • Lunch

Thank you for choosing to support our small business as we embark on this journey! At this time, all bookings are final and non-refundable. 
We appreciate your understanding.
We are happy to answer any question you may have.

Single room

with 1 bed

available

1 room / 1 bead

Double room

with 2 bed

available

2 rooms / 3 beads

Double room

2 bed, shared bathroom

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Shared dorm

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