A MINDFUL MOVEMENT ADVENTURE!

Movement Makers
Retreat in the Algarve

ABOUT THE RETREAT & LOCATION

MARCH 23-29, 2024
Praia da Arrifana • Aljezur

12 spots for this retreat!

Join us for a Mindful Movement Adventure on the majestic coast of the Western Algarve! Our home base for the retreat is located in the magical fishing village of Arrifana, a picturesque coastal enclave of nearby Aljezur.

Our home for the retreat is a charming family owned country-chic estate property in Arrifana, featuring stylish townhomes with private rooms and sharable lofts, each with a kitchen, living room, fireplace, and private patio with views of the pool and the sea!

Did we mention the multi-acres of gardens and friendly farm animals?

We’ll also be just a few minutes away from the locally popular Praia da Arrifana on the Costa Vicentina

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MORE ABOUT THE RETREAT
AND WHAT’S INCLUDED:

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7 DAYS & 6 NIGHTS
LODGING AT A PRIVATE RANCH ESTATE
We’ll be staying at a charming country-chic retreat property on the coast!

DAILY MOVEMENT SESSIONS for All Levels
BODY AWARENESS • MOBILITY • STRENGTH • FLOW • DANCE
and much more to be discovered!
Explore yourself through movement and connect with like-hearted humans!

DAILY MINDFULNESS PRACTICE
EXPLORE NEW WAYS TO MOVE, MEDITATE, BREATHE, BE
There is so much more to mindfulness than sitting quietly. During the retreat we’ll explore Walking Meditation, Arts, Journaling, and other practices to improve Well-being!

DAILY BREAKFAST AT THE ESTATE
PREPARED EVERY MORNING WITH COFFEE, TEA, JUICES, SMOOTHIES
Plus, one of our favorite cafes in Portugal is located nearby!

MULTIPLE GROUP DINNERS & LUNCH
OTHER NIGHTS ARE FREE TO EXPLORE ARRIFANA & ALJEZUR
You’ll also have a full kitchenette in your townhome

COASTAL HIKES LED BY LOCAL GUIDES
We’ll explore the seaside cliffs of Costa Vicentina and visit historic cultural sites!

SURFING, RUNNING TOUR, GYM,
MASSAGE, ENERGY WORK
OPTIONAL: ADD-ON EXPERIENCES

(SEE MORE DETAILS BELOW)

ROOMS ☟ & LODGING

YOU’LL STAY IN ONE OF THESE TOWNHOUSE “CASAS”

PRIVATE TOWNHOUSE ROOM
FOR 1 PERSON ONLY
CONTACT FOR PRICING & AVAILABILITY

PRIVATE TOWNHOUSE ROOM FOR 2
IDEAL FOR COUPLES
CONTACT FOR PRICING & AVAILABILITY

SHARED LOFT ROOM
*2 PERSON MAX IN LOFT
CONTACT FOR PRICING & AVAILABILITY

EACH TOWNHOUSE HAS 1 PRIVATE ROOM AND 1 LOFT ROOM
PRIVATE ROOMS HAVE A FULL SIZED BED, LOFT ROOMS HAVE TWIN BEDS.

THESE LUXURY “CASAS” FEATURE
A FULL BATHROOM WITH SHOWER, LIVING ROOM, KITCHEN, DINNING AREA, AND PRIVATE PATIO

PAYMENT OPTIONS

$1,000 non-refundable payment due for Booking Confirmation

This Retreat Will Sell Out

Limited Space Available

There are only 12 spots open for this retreat!
Once rooms at estate are full we can’t add more

PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT & ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS
We require a signed Participant Agreement that will be emailed to you upon confirmation. As the retreat date approaches we will send out more travel tips, an official packing list, itinerary, and helpful preparation info!

Mindfulness ☟

Expect life-shifting experiences & real human connection

Our Movement Makers retreats encompass a unique fusion of healthy movement, playful adventure and human connection that serve to awaken the body, mind, and spirit. If you’re looking for more than just a typical vacation and are open to deepening your relationship with movement and our natural world, we are ready for you to join us!

Movement ☟

We’ll work on improving your mobility and movement connections to give you more freedom to move pain-free! We’ll also be learn more about movement efficiency to help boost everyone’s individual athletic ability. Because everyone’s an athlete! There will also be fun exploratory sessions inspired by different styles of teachings like Animal Flow, Ido Portal, and Tom Weksler’s “movement archery.” Besides that, we’ll play some games, dance, hike, jump in the pool, and more!

Community ☟

Every retreat gathering is a new and unique opportunity to expand yourself and connect with healthy community.
The most powerful experience we can provide is a supportive and inclusive environment for you to retreat yourself.
We invite you to join us with an open mind, willing to learn, to discover, to share, to connect, to adventure, to be still, to be themselves, and to INTER-BE together! You may come not knowing anyone and leave with a new circle of friends and family!

All Welcome ☟

ALL LEVELS WELCOME

If you’re new to movement retreats or unsure if this experience is for you please contact us with any questions

Your Journey Awaits…

☟POTENTIAL QUESTIONS

I’ve never been on a Movement Retreat... Is this for me?

Our Movement Makers Retreat experiences are designed for All Levels. Whether you’re an experienced Mover, Yogi, Fitness lover, or more of a beginner on your wellness journey, we will approach all activities with inclusivity and community in mind. If you are concerned about anything please contact us and we can talk about what’s the best way to plan your retreat experience.

I’m over 50. Will I fit in with the Retreat group?

Yes. This experience is open to a wide variety of age groups and movement levels. Many previous participants have been in their 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s. As long as you are ready to explore and connect with mind, body, and likeminded community, you are ready to join us.

Do I have to go to everything?

We encourage everyone to participate in all official retreat activities. The unique energy that we can create when different people come together to explore movement (and themselves) is a big part of the magic that happens. If you need to take a break to rest, or need some extra solo time, that’s okay, too. We do recommend that our retreat guests get good sleep each night to be energized for the next days activities. If you go out at night just keep that in mind. Ultimately, we want you feeling rested and energized, that’s where the discovery happens!

Is Airfare included?

Airfare in not included. You will need to fly into Lisbon or Faro.

What about Airport transportation?

Airport transportation is not included

From Lisbon airport, travel is 2+ hours by car and from Faro it is about 1 hour and 20min

YOU CAN ALSO TAKE A TRAIN FROM LISBON TO LAGOS
If you arrive to Lisbon before March 23rd, you can take a morning train from Lisbon to Lagos and arrive by the afternoon.

More About Arrival

The first meal served on arrival day is dinner, however we will have snacks and healthy refreshments available upon your arrival.

Checkout time is 11:00am on Friday, March 29th (if you need to make special arrangements let us know in advance)

Are meals included?

Yes. Every morning will include Portuguese Breakfast, including Coffee, Tea, Juices, and Smoothies, as well as delicious breads and croissants made fresh daily.

In addition, we will have nightly Group Dinners together that are included and prepared by our Chef.

For your other meals you will have free time to explore the different local cafes and restaurants in the area that are as good as any place in the world for a very affordable price! You can also order food to the estate or prepare your own meals on site in your private kitchen. You’ll have your own fridge and there’s a BBQ! We can even make a super-market run to the Intermarché Aljezur!

IF YOU CANCEL YOUR TRIP

If you cancel your trip Movement Makers does not offer refunds for any reason. A portion of your payment may be used as credit for another retreat to be taken within 1 year of your original retreat date.

Depending on when you cancel, cancellation penalties may apply.

• If you cancel more than 60 days before your retreat start date, your payment may be applied to the cost of another Retreat (not including $1000 non refundable payment)

• If you cancel within 30-60 days before your retreat start date, 50% of the full payment amount may be applied to another Retreat. You will forfeit 50% of the full price of your retreat

• If you cancel 30 days or less before your retreat start date (for any reason), you will forfeit your entire payment.

We do not offer credit for a guest arriving late or leaving early.

All guests must submit a Participant Agreement within one week of booking or 60 days prior to retreat start date, whichever comes first. Guests who fail to do so may be subject to an automatic cancellation and the above policy will apply.

If the retreat is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, all participants will be refunded.

Terms

Our Movement Makers Retreat rates are USD per person and do not include airfare.

Availability is not guaranteed without a payment and hold confirmation

We will do our best to accommodate solo travelers

Once the rooms in our Private Estate are filled we cannot add more guests

NO REFUNDS IF YOU CANCEL YOUR TRIP - See policy above