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Oct. 31 - Nov 3, 2024 | Serras d'Aire e Candeeiros Nature Park

Welcome to our exclusive Autumn Detox Retreat, nestled in the breathtaking Natural Park of Serra d'Aire e Candeeiros from October 31 to November 3, 2024.

This is not just a getaway; it’s an opportunity to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit.

This retreat is meant for you if you wish to...

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  • Enhance your well-being and overall happiness

  • Re-establish a connection with yourself and nature, discovering inner tranquility

  • Clarify your purpose and explore avenues for making a meaningful impact

  • Refine your personal, interpersonal, and professional skills

  • Promote physical healing and achieve mental clarity, gaining better control over your thoughts

  • Embrace and adapt to life's changes, uncovering new opportunities for personal growth

  • Build confidence and stamina, observing positive transformations in your body within a short span – becoming stronger, more flexible, and relaxed

What will you get out of the retreat?

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  • 3 nights of comfortable accommodation

  • 6  vegetarian meals based on Ayurveda and Yoga Detox

  • Herbal Tea and Detox drinks

  • 6 yoga classes

  • Guided Meditation Sessions

  • Breathwork Practices

  • Detox Workshops - a series of classes to introduce you to the Autumn Detox Program

  • Informal thematic discussions (Yoga, Meditation, etc.)

  • Nature walks in one of the most beautiful Nature Park in Portugal

  • Small, intimate groups that guarantee you a safe and customized experience

 
In today's fast-paced and overwhelming world, the importance of Yoga and Ayurveda has never been more relevant. We often find ourselves caught up in the daily grind, with little time to spare, too much work to handle, or the demands of life taking precedence over our mental well-being.
 
Unfortunately, we often overlook the importance of caring for our well-being. 

While it just isn’t possible to boil down 5,000 years of these ancient teachings of Detoxing through the Yoga and Ayurveda techniques into a single Retreat, the good news is that you don’t need to know everything to start welcoming it into your life and benefiting from its practices.
You will be introduced to some of the key concepts within the Yoga and Ayurvedic system of health and healing.

 
Imagine this: the vibrant hues of autumn leaves, the crisp air of the Portuguese countryside, and the serene sounds of nature enveloping you as you embark on a transformative journey. We welcome you to our exclusive Autumn Detox Retreat, nestled in the breathtaking Natural Park of Serra d'Aire e Candeeiros from October 31 to November 3, 2024. This is not just a getaway; it’s an opportunity to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. Here, you can discover a sense of peace, tranquility, and harmony, allowing you to return to your daily life with a renewed sense of energy and determination. You will feel simultaneously rejuvenated, inspired, and relaxed.
 
So why wait? Embrace the power of Yoga And Ayurveda and embark on a journey that not only nourishes your mind, body, and soul but also brings a sense of balance and serenity into your life.
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Escape to Tranquility: Discover Our Detox Retreat Program*

Thursday, October 31st

5:00 PM Arrival/Check-in
6:00 PM Hatha Yoga with Niranjana
7:30 PM Vegetarian Dinner
9:00 PM

Opening Circle

Presentation of Yoga and Ayurveda Detox practices

10:30 PM

Resting time

 

Friday, November 1st

7:30 AM Breathwork & Meditation: What's Viveka? with Surya
8:30 AM Ayurveda Detox Techniques
8:45 AM Detox Beverage
9:00 AM Hatha Yoga with Surya
11:30 AM Vegetarian Lunch (monodiet)
12:30 PM Free time
3:30 PM Liver Detox Drink
4:00 PM Workshop: Daily Rotine for Detox with Surya
6:00 pm Hatha Yoga with Niranjana
7:30 PM Vegetarian Dinner (monodiet)
9:00 PM

Meditation: Healthy lifestyle with Niranjana

10:30 PM

Resting time

 

 

Saturday, November 2nd

7:30 AM Breathwork & Meditation: How can detachment help in your mental health? with Surya
8:30 AM Ayurveda Detox Techniques
9:00 AM Practical Workshop: Yogic Detox Techniques
11:30 AM Vegetarian Lunch (monodiet)
12:30 PM Free time
3:30 PM Liver Detox Drink
4:00 PM Workshop: Self-care in Ayurveda with Niranjana
6:00 pm Hatha Yoga with Surya
7:30 PM Vegetarian Dinner (monodiet)
9:00 PM

Meditation: Yoga Nidra with Niranjana

10:30 PM

Resting time

 

 

Sunday, November 3rd

7:30 AM Breathwork & Meditation: Developing contentment  in daily life with Surya
8:30 AM Ayurveda Detox Techniques
8:45 AM Detox Drink
9:00 AM Hatha Yoga with Surya
11:30 AM Regular Vegetarian Lunch
2:00 PM Closing Circle
3:00 PM

End of the Retreat 

 

*The program is indicative and subject to adaptations according to the group.

We lovingly prepare every detail to warmly welcome you

The retreat will take place in Minde, a dreamy place amidst the nature of the Natural Park of Serra Aires e Candeeiros

 
The house is set in a small forest full of native species: a hundred-year old oak tree, ash trees and fig trees, in the shade of which you can relax on one of the hammocks, read a good book or listen the melodies of blackbirds, hoopoes and thrushes.  Rebuilt from a family house, it mixes the ancestral roots of a village with almost 900 years and a modern simplicity that will make you feel welcomed as if you were at home. With all the comfort and amenities it is the ideal place to nourish the body and mind.

Meet The Team

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Niranjana

Niranjana  completed the  Yoga Teacher Training Course  in 2003. She is a founding member of the Portuguese branch of the International Sivananda Vedanta Centers. Trainer in Yoga  Teacher Training Courses all over the world, she has a Master's degree in Advanced Yoga Techniques and additional certifications in Philosophy (Bhagavad Gita), Meditation (Raja Yoga Sutras), Hatha Yoga Techniques, and Adapted Yoga for Pregnant Women, Seniors, and Children.

 

 

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Surya

With a foundational background in Sociology and Psychology, Surya has been a Trainer in  Yoga Teacher Training Courses  in Austria, Spain, France, Canada, the Bahamas, and India since 2003. In addition to numerous yoga certifications, she holds a Master's degree in Advanced Yoga Techniques and has pursued additional training in Philosophy, Meditation, Nutrition, and Ayurveda. She was also a part of the management team at Monte Sahaja, the chosen location by Mooji to establish his ashram, during the period between 2019 and 2020.

 

 

Retreat Values

All-inclusive rates per individual - VAT not included

All rooms have bathrooms and free WIFI

 Shared Room 3 to 4 people

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Price:  375
 

Shared Twin Room

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Price:  440€ 
 

Single Room

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Price:  570€    
 

Testemonials

 

"The retreat was so good, relaxing and energizing too.
I was really needed to have a days like this: to stop, breathing, practice yoga, meditate and relax.
It passed almost 2 years since I don't practice regulary yoga and this retreat gave me the oportunity to feel the yoga again in my body and in my soul. It remind me how fundamental it is for me to be a yogui.
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Teresa Morais, Portugal

"Surya and Niranjana were the loveliest teachers, always smiling and radiating love. The energy they cultivated along with the wonderful retreat participants was as light as it was healing. I left with peace in my heart and the desire to implement everything I'd learned into my practice. Thank you both for such a beautiful retreat <3"

Claire, USA

"The experience was beyond my expectations. The location is very wonderful and with positive vibes and energy; it helps a lot to relax. The teachers are wonderful people, with a lot of experience and they follow you on the practice. I'm very grateful for the experience a lived."

Riccardo, Italy

About Us

2013-05-20(22)

Lisbon Yoga Sivananda Center

The Yoga Vedanta Association of Lisbon, founded in 2004, serves as the Official Center in Portugal for the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Organization. Committed to the teachings of classical Yoga and Vedanta, the association focuses on fostering physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Internationally recognized, the Organization is esteemed as one of the most significant and authentic yoga institutions in the world.

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