October 29th - 3rd November Monchique, Portugal Breathwork & Yoga Retreat:
Shed the old. Meet the truth. Live from your center.
A Retreat to Breathe, Move & Come Back to What Feels True
Join us in the valley Monchique, Portugal. This 5-night retreat is a spacious pause, a chance to slow down, land in your body, and remember what steady feels like.
There’s movement and breath, rest and reflection. There’s rhythm, nature, and space to feel more like yourself again, fully, freely, and in your own way.
We’ll explore our inner worlds through somatic trauma release breathwork, movement, and embodied self-inquiry, practices that create space for something deeper to move through you: your life force, your truth, your natural vitality.
We work with the body, because the body remembers. By learning to understand your nervous system, how it holds stress, how it protects you, how it longs to feel safe, you begin to build a new relationship with yourself and the world around you. Part of the retreat is devoted to this: giving you the tools to recognize, honor, and gently shift your internal states, so you can move through life with more freedom and presence.
Expect yoga under open skies, nourishing food, beach days, sun-soaked naps, and mornings that open into honest, embodied exploration. A mix of presence, play, and practices that meet you where you are.
This is a space to gently expand your capacity, to follow what feels good, and to move in your own rhythm, surrounded by nature, practice, and a community that honors your process.
Come curious. Leave clearer. Lighter. More resourced. More you.
This retreat is limited to 10 participates for an intimate setting for deep inner exploration.
YOUR JOURNEY
Come as you are. That’s all we ask. This retreat isn’t about changing who you are—it’s about giving yourself the space to return to what’s already true beneath the noise. You don’t need to perform, perfect, or prove anything here. Just bring your whole self—curious, tired, vibrant, uncertain, open. All of you is welcome.
The path may take unexpected turns. That’s part of the process. We invite you to stay open, meet what arises with curiosity, and trust that every step is part of your unfolding.
Whats included
What is included & what you’ll experience
5 nights and six days in shared room or single room ( only 2 single rooms available)
Embodied movement & active meditations to awaken your natural rhythm
Rich brunch, afternoon snack and dinner (vegetarian)
Somatic Trauma Release breathwork to support emotional release and deep nervous system repair
Cacao ceremonies, sound baths, and dance to unlock joy and expression
Authentic Relating practices to foster meaningful, presence-based connection
Quiet reflection, coastal trips, hikes, and shared moments that nourish both body and relationship
Workshops on nervous system intelligence to understand how your system protects you and how presence and safety create the conditions for real change
Inner child work to meet the younger parts of you with care, curiosity, and compassion
Ceremonies and Celebrations
Not included:
Transport and Insurance
Yoga Level: all
Language of instruction: English and German
Prices:
Shared room CHF 1780 bring a friend and get CHF 100 discount each
Single CHF 2140 ( only 2 rooms available or more upon request)
To secure your place a non-refundable: I STAND BY ME deposit of 500 chf is required.
We offer 10% student discount on the shared room. Feel free to contact us for further information on room assignments and booking and cancellation policies.
Transport
Transportation is not included in the retreat price.It’s easiest if you fly to Faro International Airport
Important: for transport we suggest car sharing, which can be arranged closer to the time
Arrival & Departure
Please try to arrive at 16:30 on 29th October and departure 11am 03.11.2026.
What your days could look like:
As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.
8:00 – 10:00am
Morning practice Breakfast 10:00 - 11:00am
Afternoon snacks and tea 3:00 - 4:00pm
7:00 - 8:00pm
Dinner free time (some afternoon there will be workhops12:00 - 3:00pm
Afternoon practice (breathwork) 4:30 - 6:30pm
Evening meditation / sound bath / star gazing/rest8:30- 9:00pm
Meet your facilitators
WE HOLDING SPACE, YOU WALK THE PATH:
You’ll be met with presence, not pressure.
We’re committed to creating a space where your experience is honored, not rushed. Each journey is different, and we’re here to offer individualized support along the way, whether you need encouragement, spaciousness, or a quiet moment to just be.
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ERICA is a devoted space holder who supports others in reconnecting to the power and beauty of who they already are. She believes that our nature—beneath the noise and conditioning—is joy, love, and deep inner wisdom. And that with the right support, we can meet life’s hardest moments and still grow from them.
Having walked through her own personal challenges, Erica doesn’t offer quick fixes—she meets people with presence, empathy, and a deep respect for the unfolding process.
As a dedicated Tantra Hatha yoga teacher, Soul-Based Coach (in training), and Somatic Trauma Breathwork facilitator, she brings a holistic, embodied approach to every space she holds. Her intention is simple: to help you remember your truth, your strength, and the unique light only you carry.
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MANUEL -holding space comes naturally to Manuel. His presence is steady, grounded, and deeply human—qualities shaped by his own path of healing and transformation.
In a challenging chapter of his life, he turned inward, guided by a genuine desire to grow. What followed was a journey of self-inquiry, emotional honesty, and deep personal work. Through that process, he uncovered not only a stronger connection to himself, but a calling to support others on their own path.
Manuel is especially passionate about the nervous system—understanding how it shapes our patterns, our responses, and the way we show up in daily life. As a certified Somatic Trauma Release Breathwork facilitator, he shares tools that help people access regulation, safety, and deeper embodiment.
To reserve your spot To reserve your spot for the retreat we kindly ask you to send us an email with your name and interest and will send you a confirmation by email.