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Yoga, Mindfulness and Meditation Retreat in Portugal 


Feb 9-13, 2024 | Serras d'Aires e Candeeiros Nature Park

Embark on an inner journey towards self-discovery. Experience the beauty, serenity, and peace of our ancient Yoga Practice.

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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  • 4 nights of  confortable accommodation.

  • 8  delicious vegetarian/vegan meals (4 brunches + 4 dinners)

  • Tea and Fruit at Your Disposal

  • 8 yoga classes

  • Guided Meditation Sessions

  • Breathwork Practices

  • Meditation Practice Workshop - a series of three classes to introduce you to the art of meditation.

  • 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.

"Quieting the mind." It may seem like a simple task, but in reality, it can be quite challenging.
In today's fast-paced and overwhelming world, the importance of mindfulness 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 own mental well-being.
 
Unfortunately, we often overlook the importance of caring for our mental well-being. However, it is one of the few areas that can truly provide us with stability and strength to manage everything and bring us back to a state of balance.
Imagine if you could make mindfulness and your own well-being the focal point of your vacation. By doing so, you give yourself the opportunity to fully immerse in a program specifically designed to help you reconnect with yourself.
 
Picture yourself engaging in transformative experiences such as yoga and meditation, as well as taking leisurely nature walks in one of the most breathtaking landscapes in Portugal - the Serra de Aires e Candeeiros Nature Park. 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 mindfulness 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.

Escape to Tranquility: Discover Our Retreat Program

Friday, February 9

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 mindfulness and meditation practices

10:30 PM

Retreat to Bed

 

Saturday, February 10

7:30 AM Breathwork & Meditation with Surya
8:30 AM Tea, Fruits & Nuts
9:00 aAM Hatha Yoga with Surya
11:30 AM Vegetarian Brunch
4:00 PM Workshop: Introduction to Meditation  with Surya
6:00 pm Hatha Yoga with Niranjana
7:30 PM Vegetarian Dinner
9:00 PM

Kirtan & Night Meditation 

10:30 PM

Retreat to Bed

 

 

Sunday, February 11

7:30 AM Breathwork & Meditation with Niranjana
8:30 AM Tea, Fruits & Nuts
9:00 aAM Hatha Yoga with Niranjana
11:30 AM Vegetarian Brunch
4:00 PM Workshop:  Meditation  Techniques with Niranjana
6:00 pm Hatha Yoga with Surya
7:30 PM Vegetarian Dinner
9:00 PM

Om Chanting Meditation

10:30 PM

Retreat to Bed

 

Monday, February 12

7:30 AM Breathwork & Meditation with Surya
8:30 AM Tea, Fruits & Nuts
9:00 aAM Hatha Yoga with Surya
11:30 AM Vegetarian Brunch
4:00 PM Workshop:  Meditative Techniques in Nature with Niranjana
6:00 pm Hatha Yoga with Surya
7:30 PM Vegetarian Dinner
9:00 PM

Yoga Nidra with Niranjana

10:30 PM

Retreat to Bed

 

Tuesday, February 13

7:30 AM Breathwork & Meditation with Surya
8:30 AM Tea, Fruits & Nuts
9:00 aAM Hatha Yoga with Niranjana
11:30 AM Vegetarian Brunch
2:00 PM Nature Walk
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

 Shared Room

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  • Early bird*:  470€           
  • Regular price:  540€

Shared Twin Room

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  • Early bird*:  572
  • Regular price:  652€ 

Single Room

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  • Early bird e nacionais:  740
  • Regular price:  840€    
*Early-bird until Dez 31 

Testemonials

 

"It was my first retreat, and it was a fantastic experience. The Yoga instructors were highly professional, friendly, attentive, and balanced. The facilities were welcoming and charming; the pool was excellent; the natural surroundings, along with the sounds of wind chimes, were invigorating and delightful. The vegetarian food was delicious! The Yoga and meditation practices were highly effective and rejuvenating. I loved it!"

Mónica Dias, Lisbon, Portugal

"I loved the organizing team, the practices, the space, the food, and having the opportunity to share this experience... Thank you very much for the attention and the welcoming in your group!"

Teresa, Lisbon, Portugal

"I had the most amazing time there. If you are looking for yoga sessions and a spiritual guidance this is the place you can find it. Thank you very much for the wonderful time"

Dario L

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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