Terra Yoga Retreat Portugal

September 18-22, 2024. Craveiral Farmhouse, Alentejo

A Yoga retreat inspired by the Natural Landscapes of Southwest Portugal

 

TERRA is a yoga and wellness retreat inspired by the landscapes of Alentejo. Hosted at Craveiral Farmhouse, this curated retreat experience is an invitation to reconnect with the earth element around and within. Throughout a 5-day journey of yoga, breathwork, meditation, journaling, cultural activities, and immersion in nature, you will:

  • Deepen your knowledge and practice of yoga

  • Establish a sense of grounding and rootedness

  • Disconnect and recharge from the stress of daily life

  • Honor your body and your relationship with nature

  • Start integrating ancient yogic wisdom into your daily routine

 

The Venue: down-to-Earth Luxury

Craveiral Farmhouse is Gaya’s partner venue to signature retreats hosted in Portugal. Set inside a Natural Park just 2.5 hours south of Lisbon, Craveiral Farmhouse is conveniently located halfway between the countryside and the sea and translates a perfect symbiosis between luxury and simplicity.

Social responsibility, environmental sustainability, circular economy are just a few key concepts that make this Farmhouse positively stand out and align with Gaya Yoga’s ethical principles and lifestyle.

Our venue supports artists who want to improve their environmental impact by focusing on natural working materials and recycling processes, promoting greater environmental awareness. Each room holds art pieces from Craveiral Artistic Residencies, made in partnership with Blank100 London.

Craveiral also functions as a fully functioning organic farm and sustainable boutique hotel, equipped with indoor & outdoor swimming pools, sauna, ice bath, and spa. When we’re not on-site practicing yoga, receiving rejuvenating massages, or taking barefoot walks amongst the olive trees, we’ll make the short journey over to one of the secluded beaches on the famous Alentejo coastline.

 

The Yoga: Invoking the Earth Element

Over the course of five days, we will immerse ourselves in the ancient wisdom of yoga. All practices go beyond the postural techniques to merge into a subtle healing force given to us by the earth element, cultivating a sense of grounding and rootedness.

  • Morning Meditation

  • Gaya Yoga (Grounding Vinyasa)

  • Gentle / Restorative Yoga

  • Pranayama (Breathwork)

  • Moon Cycles - learning & journaling about our personal cycles

 

The Food: From Farm to Fork

At TERRA, we’ll be nourished by the Earth and Portugal’s natural abundance. Enjoy a vibrant menu of plant-based, Mediterranean-inspired meals prepared by Craveiral’s renowned chefs using fresh, organic, seasonal ingredients from the on-site farm.

 

the activities: taking yoga off the mat

We believe that yoga is a philosophy of life which integrates wellbeing in the realm of the self, the community, and the environment. These additional activities will give an opportunity to consciously engage with our host land and promote environmental and economic sustainability of the region.

  • Farm-to-Fork Workshop: Pick your own seasonal produce from Craveiral’s organic farm and learn regional cooking methods from the venue’s chefs.

  • Pintura Alentejana: Practice and help preserve this traditional painting method of Alentejo, guided by a local artist.

Additional activities that are not included but available upon request: Spa Treatments, Surf Lessons, Stand Up Paddle, Bicycles, and Horse Riding.

supported by gecko cork yoga mats

Gecko cork yoga mats will lay the foundation for our yogic practices. Consciously made from one of Alentejo’s most celebrated natural resources, the cork tree, our yoga mats will bring us in direct contact with nature with each practice. Gecko’s sustainable cork yoga mats are:

  • Non-Slip

  • Non-Toxic

  • Anti-microbial

  • Hypoallergenic

  • Plastic Free

A Day at TERRA Yoga Retreat

  • 7:30 - 8:00 Silent Meditation (Optional)

  • 8:00 - 9:30 Gaya Yoga - Grounding Vinyasa Yoga

  • 9: 30 Breakfast & Morning Break

    Swimming Pool (Indoor & Outdoor), Ice Bath, Sauna. Massages & Spa Treatments.

  • 11:30 - 12:30 Permaculture Workshop

  • 12:30 Lunch & Afternoon Break

    Day Trip to Costa Vicentina

  • 5:00 - 6:00 Restorative Yoga

  • 7:00 Dinner & Rest

Meet Your Hosts

Sara Montes

Sara is a senior yoga teacher, teacher trainer, and founder of Gaya Immersions. Rooted in the Ashtanga Yoga Philosophy and Vinyasa Method, her teachings are Inspired by Nature and Intuition. Her approach is science based and focused in a practical, inclusive and functional way of living.

Nicolette Gavino de Sousa

Nicolette (Nicky) is a yoga teacher from California, founder of Gecko, and Yoga Gives Back global ambassador. She has completed over 450 hours of Teacher Trainings in the vinyasa method, and her teaching is inspired by non-dual philosophy and the play between structure and intuition.

 

TERRA Retreat Packages

Wednesday, September 18 - Sunday, September 22, 2024.

All Packages Include: 5-Day 4-Nights Accommodation, 8 Yoga Sessions, 3 Workshops, Daily Farm-to-Table Meals, 1 Massage, 1 Beach Trip, Surprise Event, Gift Bag.

Private Room

  • Early Bird (before July 1): €2750

  • Regular Price: €3000

Shared Room

  • Early Bird (before July 1): €2250

  • Regular Price: €2500

Please consult our Retreat Booking & Calcellation Policy Here.

 

Reserve Now for Early Bird Rates

Early Bird closes July 1, 2024

Have questions? Please reach out to us at hello@gayaimmersions.com

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