EMERGE
BREATHWORK & EMBODIMENT RETREAT
November 8th – 15th | Monchique, Portugal
Join us on this seven-day retreat where each moment is an invitation to explore and honor your personal unfolding. Led by three dedicated facilitators, this journey is an intimate exploration designed to reconnect you with the deepest parts of yourself, within a space that we aim to make feel like coming home.
Together, we offer a blend of somatic trauma release breathwork, diverse movement practices, and embodied exercises to gently guide you through the process of shedding old layers. This journey is about making space for the new, enabling you to step more fully into the richness of your life.
Immerse yourself in practices that open new pathways of self-discovery, rekindle your innate joy, and deepen your authenticity. Nourish your spirit, move with freedom, breathe into your being, and let the supportive environment of this retreat inspire a profound transformation.
Join us and allow this retreat to be your cocoon, where you can safely transform, emerging as the most authentic version of yourself, renewed and ready to embrace the world with open arms.
YOUR JOURNEY
Be willing to expand.
This retreat may lead you to unexpected destinations. We invite you to remain open, welcome the unknown, and face any challenges with grace and curiosity. Remember, every path taken is part of a creative journey.
Come as you ARE!! That is all we ask of you! We want to spend time with the real you, just as you are!
HOLDING SPACE:
We are dedicated to providing an open, supportive environment where each participant’s unique journey is respected and individualized guidance is offered to meet their specif
YOUR ENERGY EXCHANGE AND YOUR REWARD
Ensuring your wellness, providing nourishing, fresh meals, accommodation and an all round experience with attention to details are fundamental aspects of our retreats.
Beyond the financial commitment, a retreat represents a significant investment in your personal well-being, and we understand that this investment may vary in magnitude for different individuals. We acknowledge that for some, it might initially appear challenging. If your desire to participate is strong, but your financial resources are limited, please reach out to us. We believe that where there is a will, there is a way, and together, we can explore options to make it feasible for you.
What is included:
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6 nights and seven days in single or double room or shared room
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2 yoga / trauma informed practices per day
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Rich brunch, afternoon snack and dinner (vegetarian/vegan)
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Yoga mats, blankets and pillows
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5 Somatic trauma release Breathwork sessions
- Inner child and ancestral work
- Nervous system regulation workshop with tools
- Ceremonies and Celebrations
Not included:
- Transport and Insurance
Yoga Level: all
Language of instruction: English and German
Prices:
- Shard room CHF 1650 ( CHF 1450 early bird price )
- Single CHF 1780 ( early bird 1680 early bird price)
Feel free to contact us for further information on room assignments and booking and cancellation policies.
What your days will look like:
General daily programme (subject to change):
- 8:30am-10:00 Morning Session
- 10am -11:00 Brunch
- 12:00-16:00 Free time (some days there will be some additional offerings between brunch and free time)
- 16:30 -18:30 Evening Session
- 21:00-21:30 Evening Meditation
Topics of the days:
- SA * Arrive and Cocoon
- SU * Ground and sense
- MO * Shedding and releasing
- TU * Embracing Vulnerability
- WE * Free like a bird – day off
- TH * Building resilience
- FR * Expanding Self love
- SA * Emergence and celebration
YOUR HOSTS
ERICA – Empowering others to realise their unique and innate potential is Erica’s passion. Having faced her own personal challenges, she believes that life is our greatest teacher and that with the right tools, we can overcome and grow from every experience, no matter how difficult. Erica believes that our inherent nature and birthright is love, happiness, joy, and fulfillment in all areas of life. As a dedicated Tantra Hatha teacher, Soul-Based Coach (in training), and Somatic Trauma Breathwork facilitator, she uses a holistic approach to support people in strengthening their connection to themselves and remembering the power and gift of their unique selves.
MANUEL – Holding space comes naturally to Manuel. During a challenging time in his life, driven by a desire to heal and grow, he started a journey of self-inquiry. With curiosity, he explored, healed, transformed, and deepened his connection to himself. Today, he holds space for others to heal, explore, and connect more deeply to themselves.
As your hosts we are dedicated to providing an open, supportive environment where each participant’s unique journey is respected and individualised guidance is offered to meet their specific needs.
TINA – is a dedicated space holder, blending sound therapy, breathwork, somatic movement, and traditional yoga to create transformative experiences for those she guides. Her work is deeply rooted in the belief that the most meaningful journey we can take is the one that leads inward—into the heart of our true selves. Through her practices, she helps others strip away the illusions and limitations that mask their authentic nature, guiding them toward a place of self-discovery and healing.
As an explorer, student of life, and seeker of truth, Tina is dedicated to supporting others on their own transformative paths, helping them reconnect with the wisdom, love, and authenticity that reside within. She believes in the liberating power of self-inquiry and is committed to walking this journey of raw, unvarnished truth with anyone who feels called to explore it.
THE MAGIC PLACE
Bodhi Bhavan is a tranquil retreat nestled in the serene mountains of Monchique, Algarve. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Mount Picota, this venue offers a peaceful haven with panoramic views that stretch across the mountain range of Serra de Monchique. It’s an ideal setting for reconnecting with nature and finding peace away from the hustle of everyday life. With several walking trails nearby, Bodhi Bhavan provides a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure for those seeking both rejuvenation and exploration.
THE FRAME AND YOUR TICKET
In the personal and individual encounter and in the protected trustful exchange with like-minded people lies an enormous potential for growth and change. Our mission is: to make the truly impossible possible for you, to hold nothing back and to give you our complete trust. In return, I count on your total commitment to show up do the best possible for you.
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Space in this retreat is limited to 16 participants.
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To secure your place a non-refundable: I STAND BY ME deposit of 500 chf is required.
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You still have questions. Contact us here: hello@soulcity-zurich.ch
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