
Reconnection
Simplicity
Essence

Returning to Essence: Transformative Practices in the Imaginal and Embodied Field
This unique, more-than-a retreat opportunity will strip away and walk ourselves into the change we seek.

Align and Unwind: Yoga and Breathwork
with
Jamie Gilbert
Jamie’s unique background in both movement and mental health counseling bring an invitation to your own body through alignment and curiosity, deepening trust in your physical and emotional self.

Ink and Asana: Somatic Doorways to Embodied Writing
with
Kelly Burns
Kelly's unique background in Somatic Literacy creates an embodiment practice that integrates poetry, myth, and the soulful storytelling through liberatory movement and subtle stillness.

Dhyana & Sankalpa
with
Jamie and Kelly
Jamie and Kelly will bring TEN ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS for us to work with on retreat, in meditation and intention, so that we might truly use Portugal's geography and spaciousness to transform.
Activities and Lodging
paradise awaits

What is included?
(Prices are per person - Single, Double, or Triple occupancy/privacy)
Prices include:
* Lodging and 3 nutritious meals each day.
* Daily yoga practices, including satsang, meditation and mantra.
* Finnish sauna will be available 2 hours each day.
*Infinity pool, cold tub, and cold shower can be used for alternating hot/cold.
* Optional writing classes will also be offered in the afternoon with personalized craft and development instruction
*Options for one-on-one or small-group integrated, therapeutic support

Glamping Yurt-Single Occupancy
- Superking size bed (SINGLE OCCUPANCY)
- Set on secluded private deck overlooking the valley with stunning sunset views
- Electric fan and sockets included
- Fly mesh crown with sky views for hot summer months to enable air flow and retain cooler temperature
- Transparent crown with sky views for cooler months to retain warmer air inside
- Private wood cabin outdoor hot shower, flushing toilet, shower gel and shampoo provided
- Three towels provided per person: one face towel, one shower towel, one pool towel
- Sun loungers provided on deck for private use
- Hot water bottle and heater provided if needed

Glamping Yurt-Double Occupancy
- Two single beds 90x200cm (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY)
- Set on secluded private deck overlooking the valley with stunning sunset views
- Electric fan and sockets included
- Fly mesh crown with sky views for hot summer months to enable air flow and retain cooler temperature
- Transparent crown with sky views for cooler months to retain warmer air inside
- Private wood cabin outdoor hot shower, flushing toilet, shower gel and shampoo provided
- Three towels provided per person: one face towel, one shower towel, one pool towel
- Sun loungers provided on deck for private use
- Hot water bottle and heater provided if needed
Shepard's Hut-Single Occupancy
- Double bed (SINGLE OCCUPANCY)
- Located with great views yet in a private natural setting
- Air conditioning installed for heating or cooling as needed
- Fully insulated
- Wifi and electric power points
- Hot water bottle in cooler months
- Share of the outdoor ‘Loo with a View’ with hot shower and flushing toilet with the other hut, shower gel, shampoo and hair dryer provided
- Three towels provided per person: one face towel, one shower towel, one pool towel
$3650 | Book my spot!

Shepard's Hut-Double Occupancy
- Two single beds (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY) 80x200cm
- Located with great views yet in a private natural setting
- Air conditioning installed for heating or cooling as needed
- Fully insulated
- Wifi and electric power points
- Hot water bottle in cooler months
- Share of the outdoor ‘Loo with a View’ with hot shower and flushing toilet with the other hut, shower gel, shampoo and hair dryer provided
- Three towels provided per person: one face towel, one shower towel, one pool towel


Triple Ensuite Room with Hammocks (Triple Occupancy)
- Three single beds 90x200cm
- Air conditioning available (rarely needed)
- French double doors with fly screen and stunning views of the mountains
- Underfloor heating (rarely needed)
- Ensuite walk in shower, sink and toilet with shampoo, shower gel and hairdryer provided
- Three towels provided per person: one face towel, one shower towel, one pool towel
- Hammock outside each room for personal use

Double Ensuite Room with Hammocks (Double Occupancy)
- Two single beds 90x200cm
- Air conditioning available (rarely needed)
- French double doors with fly screen and stunning views of the mountains
- Underfloor heating (rarely needed)
- Ensuite walk-in shower, sink and toilet with shampoo, shower gel and hairdryer provided
- Three towels provided per person: one face towel, one shower towel, one pool towel
- Hammock outside each room for personal use
- Hammock outside each room for personal use
Past Participant Transformations

"Whatever you do, attend one of these writing and yoga retreats. I could not have crafted a more perfect, intentional experience."
Daniela

"This was absolutely perfect--the group of people, the space, the yoga, the writing--I am so excited for future offerings."
Deborah
Questions?
Want to chat?
Email Kelly and Jamie directly at: [email protected] and [email protected] to discuss any questions you might have.