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Join My Next In-Person Retreats:

15-18 October 2026/ Fetais, Portugal

The Architecture of Truth: 4-day Yoga immersion retreat


Join me for a powerful, relaxing, and joyful retreat at the edge of the Atlantic! 


Immerse yourself in yogic transformative practices designed to release deeply stored tension, liberate the mind from professional hyperactivity, and reactivate your vital energy.


At just 40 min from Lisbon Airport, this is an invitation to move beyond the rational and back into the wisdom of the body. We will work with practices to strengthen your physical core and heighten your sensitivity, expanding both your physical presence and your capacity for radical clarity.


In this retreat, you will deeply reset your nervous system and emotional body. Through the movement of the body and the discipline of honesty, we will reignite your sense of desire, joy, and authentic playfulness.


This retreat is fully all-inclusive. Your investment covers boutique accommodation, all Yoga practices, and every meal (organic, seasonal, and vegetarian/vegan prepared by a private chef). 

I welcome all yoga levels, from curious beginners to seasoned practitioners; sessions are tailored to ensure every body finds its own balance of challenge and stillness.

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Room Options

Community Single 850€

Small Room Double 1050€

Small Room Double 1050€

Single bed, shared bedroom and bathroom

A dedicated single bed in a 3-people bedroom. Designed for those who find expansion through shared experience. 

Small Room Double 1050€

Small Room Double 1050€

Small Room Double 1050€

Private double bed, shared bathroom

A private bedroom with a double bed in a shared Eco-Villa. A sanctuary for personal reflection within a community setting.

Boutique Double 1200€

Small Room Double 1050€

Boutique Double 1200€

Double bed, private bathroom

Absolute privacy in the main house. A premium, spacious container for those seeking total immersion and solitude. 

Early-Bird: Reserve your sanctuary by June 15th to receive a 75€ reduction on all rates!

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Our Sanctuary: Villa Epicurea

Villa Epicurea, Rua do Casalinho, Fetais, Portugal

Schedule (Subject to change)

Thursday, October 15th

  • 15:00 onwards: Arrival, check-in, and settling in Villa Epicurea
  • 17:00 – 18:30: Opening Circle & Grounding Flow
  • 19:00: Welcome Dinner. Organic, local, and communal
  • 20:30: Evening Meditation. Setting the intention for the days ahead

Friday, October 16th

  • 08:00 – 08:45: Morning Meditation, fruit & tea
  • 9:00 - 10:30 Dynamic Vinyasa / Elemental Flows
  • 10:30: Hearty Brunch
  • 11:30 – 16:30: Free time. Nature immersion, bio-pool, or coastal walks
  • 16:30 – 18:00: Expanding the Field. Guided journaling workshop on the psychosomatic body and honesty
  • 18:00 – 19:00: Gentle and slow practice 
  • 19:30: Dinner
  • 20:30: Community circle with fire pit or quiet reflection

Saturday, October 17th

  • 08:00 – 08:45: Morning Meditation, fruit & tea
  • 9:00 - 10:30: Dynamic Vinyasa  / Elemental Flows
  • 10:30: Hearty Brunch
  • 11:30 – 15:30: Personal exploration or optional 1:1 sessions.
  • 15:30 – 17:30: The Practice of Honesty. A deep-dive community circle using movement and dialogue to reignite joy and playfulness
  • 18:00 – 19:30: Yin & Sound
  • 20:00: Celebration Dinner

Sunday, October 18th

  • 08:00 – 09:30: Closing Practice
  • 10:00: Final Brunch & Integration Circle
  • 12:00: Departure. Carry the clarity home

Practice Level And Suitability

Morning Vinyasa yoga will be a balance of strength and flexibility. Everything can be modified but some prior knowledge of Vinyasa flow yoga is helpful (and no you do not have to be able to do or do arm balances, inversions,  etc. Also we can always modify around pre-existing injuries).

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What's Included

  • 3 Nights of Luxury Accommodation: 15-18 October 2026. Your selected sanctuary at Villa Epicurea, an eco-protected refuge on the Portuguese Silver Coast.
  • 2 Daily Yoga Practices: Morning sessions of disciplined and dynamic Vinyasa or Elemental Flow, followed by an evening somatic integration.
  • Nourishing Culinary Experience: All organic, vegan/vegetarian meals prepared by a private chef, including a welcome dinner, daily hearty brunches, and celebratory evening meals.  
  • Guided Workshops: Daily deep-dive sessions into journaling and the practice of honesty, designed to give you time and space to look inwards.
  • Full Villa Access: Unlimited use of the bio-pool, expansive gardens, and meditation spaces. 
  • Retreat Materials: A curated physical journal and guide for your honesty practice during and after the retreat.
  • Continuous Support: Intimate group size (max 9–11 students) ensuring personalised attention and a safe container for expansion.

What's Not Included

  • Flights: Your return airfare to Lisbon International Airport (LIS).
  • Airport Transfers: While I can provide a recommended shuttle window, or organise a group shuttle, the cost of transport from Lisbon to Villa Epicurea is not included.
  • Travel Insurance: I highly recommend a comprehensive policy that covers cancellations and medical emergencies.
  • Individual Treatments: Any optional 1:1 honesty coaching sessions, massage treatments or sauna experience booked during free time.
  • Extra-Curricular Activities: Personal excursions or meals taken off-site during free time.

Limited spots! Secure yours now: Non-refundable deposit of 300€ is required to secure your space.

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Equity Scholarship

I offer one supported place per retreat at a 50% reduction. This is intended for a student or practitioner who feels a deep resonance with this work but for whom the current full investment would present a significant financial barrier.


* Availability: 1 spot 475€ (Community Single) 


Want to Apply? Contact me directly if you are experiencing financial hardship and would like to discuss this option.

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