Wild Coast
Yoga Retreat
1 - 6 September
A chance to slow down, reconnect to yourself and nature,
and enjoy daily mindful movement
About the retreat
A retreat literally means “to retreat”: to step back from daily life and return to yourself.
In everyday life, it’s easy to get caught up in everything that needs to be done. Your mind stays full, your body stays switched on, and stillness slowly disappears into the background.
This retreat is a space to slow down again. To move, breathe, rest, and reconnect. Not by escaping life, but by softening into it.
We’ll spend six days in the peaceful hills of Southwest Portugal, in beautiful Carrapateira. A simple rhythm of movement, rest, good food, and nature will support you in coming back to yourself.
Think grounding yoga, time in nature, long pauses in the day, and nourishing meals shared together.
This is a small and intimate retreat (maximum 15 people), so it stays personal, relaxed, and unhurried — nothing rushed, nothing forced.
What to expect?
Each day will include mindful movement (a mix of vinyasa yoga, yin yoga, restorative yoga, and optionally Pilates), nourishing food, and space to rest. Enough to guide you, but always with space to breathe.
Optional hikes along the Fisherman’s Trail, time in nature, and other activities will be available for those who feel like exploring.
Example day:
Morning practice
We begin the day together with pranayama (breathwork) and vinyasa yoga (optionally Pilates), followed by a longer savasana and guided meditation.
Brunch
A nourishing, slow, vegetarian brunch is served on the terrace. Time to land, connect, and enjoy without rushing into the day.
Open afternoon
The afternoon is yours to rest, swim, sauna, book a massage, play tennis on the hotel’s court, walk to the beach, read, journal, or explore the beautiful Rota Vicentina National Park. Or simply do nothing at all.
Late afternoon practice
A calming session of Yin Yoga, Restorative yoga, or Yoga Nidra. Always gentle, grounding, and deeply restful.
Shared dinner
A simple, nourishing dinner shared together at the end of the day. Either at the hotel or in a carefully selected restaurant in the area.
Where we will be staying
Carrapateira, Portugal
Last year, while hiking the Fisherman’s Trail along the Portuguese coast, I completely fell in love with this area. The raw beauty of the landscape, the ocean, and the sense of stillness sparked the idea for this retreat, and I’m so excited to bring it to life here!
Carrapateira, in the Southwest of Portugal, feels like an invitation to slow down. Surrounded by wild nature, cliffs, and ocean, it’s the perfect place to turn inward, reset, and reconnect.
Casa Fajara
We’ll be staying at Casa Fajara, a small, rustic and beautiful boutique hotel nestled in a peaceful valley within the Costa Vicentina Natural Park, just a short walk from the traditional village of Carrapateira (10 minutes) and the stunning beaches of Amado and Bordeira (about 20 minutes).
Each room at Casa Fajara has its own charm, with a private terrace or balcony overlooking the surrounding hills. Hidden in nature, the venue offers a calm and intimate setting, ideal for slowing down and stepping away from daily life.
Yoga will be practiced in Casa Fajara’s spacious on-site studio overlooking the landscape or outdoors, depending on the weather. Delicious brunch and dinner will be served in the dining room, with fresh, nourishing meals prepared each day.
During your free time, you can enjoy:
the saltwater pool
plunge pool
sauna
garden and outdoor spaces
tennis court
treatment room (massages available as an add-on)
Think comfort, peace, and simplicity, with the opportunity to explore the stunning surrounding nature whenever you feel like it. Listen to the sounds of the sea, the tinkling of cowbells, and birdsong as you slow down, reset, and recharge.
Room options
Casa Fajara offers a small collection of individually designed rooms, each with its own charm, private bathroom, and a private terrace or balcony overlooking the surrounding hills.
To keep the retreat intimate, there are only a limited number of rooms available. You can choose between shared rooms, twin rooms, or private options, depending on your preference and budget.
Shared rooms accommodate 3–4 people and are ideal if you're happy to share the experience in a relaxed and friendly setting for a lower price. There are two shared room options (if you prefer one over the other, please indicate this in your booking):
One room with two single beds and one bunk bed (up to 4 people)
One room with three single beds (3 people)
Twin rooms can be booked together with a friend or partner (please indicate this when booking so you can be paired together), or you can choose to share with another participant.
Private rooms are available in limited numbers for those who prefer additional space and privacy during their stay.
All rooms are simple, comfortable, and peaceful, designed to help you slow down and feel at ease.
What’s included?
Accommodation (6 days, 5 nights)
Comfortable shared, twin, or private rooms, each with its own bathroom, terrace and views over the surrounding hills.
Food
Daily nourishing brunch and shared dinners (fresh, seasonal, all vegetarian).
Morning practices (90-120 min)
Pranayama (breathwork), vinyasa yoga, Pilates, and meditation.
Evening practices (90-120 min)
Yin yoga, restorative yoga, and yoga nidra.
Special workshops
Depending on the flow of the group (e.g. yoga & journaling, cacao ceremony, playful movement & arm balances, and breathwork).
Guided hike
A coastal hike through the beautiful Rota Vicentina National Park.
Facilities
Access to sauna, saltwater pool, plunge pool, and private tennis court.
Airport transfer
Airport transfers from Faro Airport will be arranged for participants arriving on suggested flights*. If you are arriving at a different time or traveling from elsewhere, please let us know and we’ll do our best to coordinate an alternative option.
What’s not included?
Flights
See suggested flights below. It is advised to book your flight tickets as soon as possible to secure the best price. Please see suggested flights below*.
Personal expenses
Additional snacks, drinks, shopping.
Extra activities
On-site massage, surf classes at nearby beaches, excursions.
Massages
Available on-site in the treatment room (optional add-on, from €80 per hour).
Travel insurance
Always strongly recommended.
*Suggested flight options to Faro airport:
From Eindhoven Airport:
1 Sep: EIN 11:20 – FAO 13:20 with Ryanair
6 Sep: FAO 9:35 - EIN 13:30 with Transavia
From Amsterdam Airport:
1 Sep: AMS 15:15 – FAO 17:25 with Transavia
6 Sep: FAO 18:55 - AMS 23:00 with Transavia
Packages
Quad or triple shared room
€999,- EARLYBIRD price until 15 May
Our most communal option, shared with up to two or three other guests. Perfect if you’re comfortable with a more social setting and want a more accessible price point.
Note: Price is per person
€1099,-
Deposit to secure booking: €500,-
Balance due 1 June
Twin shared room
€1199,- EARLYBIRD price until 15 May
A shared room with one other guest. Rooms can be set up as two single beds or a double. Ideal for couples or friends, but also a comfortable option if you’re open to sharing.
Note: Price is per person
€1299,-
Deposit to secure booking: €600,-
Balance due 1 June
Private room
€1699,- EARLYBIRD price until 15 May
A private room for those who value space, quiet, and full privacy.
Note: Price is per person
€1799,-
Deposit to secure booking: €850,-
Balance due 1 June
Save your spot!
To reserve your spot and ensure the best room allocation, please fill in the form below. I'll get back to you shortly by email with availability and next steps to confirm your booking.
To help create a smooth, supportive and enjoyable experience for everyone, please take a moment to read the following before booking.
Nature of the booking
This retreat is sold as an all-inclusive retreat package, which includes accommodation and a structured retreat programme consisting of group sessions, activities, and facilitation.
LoisMoving acts as the organizer of this retreat package. Accommodation and certain services are provided by third-party suppliers and are included in the total package price
Booking & Payment
To reserve your place in the retreat package, a deposit amount (depending on the chosen room type) is required. This deposit is non-refundable, as your booking secures one of the limited spots.
The remaining balance is due by 1 June 2026 (a payment link will be shared). Once your deposit is received, your place is confirmed. If the remaining balance is not paid by the due date, I may need to offer your spot to someone on the waiting list.
Cancellation Policy
The paid deposit amount is non-refundable
Cancellation before 1 June 2026: any additional payments will be refunded
Cancellation after 1 June 2026: no refunds can be guaranteed
If your spot can be filled by another participant, I will do my best to offer a refund. You are also welcome to transfer your spot to someone else.
Retreat cancellation
In the very unlikely event that the retreat needs to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances (such as insufficient participants, illness, or force majeure), all payments made will be fully refunded.
Please note that I cannot cover flights or other travel expenses.
Insurance
Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel and cancellation insurance. This is strongly recommended.
Health & Liability
This retreat is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and move at your own pace. By joining, you agree to take responsibility for your own wellbeing and to participate in a way that feels right for you. I am not liable for injuries, illness, or loss of personal belongings during the retreat.
Accommodation
Accommodation is shared unless a private room is booked.
Twin rooms are shared with another participant
If you are traveling alone, you will be paired with another participant
Room allocation will be done thoughtfully and fairly
If you have any specific preferences, I will do my best to accommodate them where possible!
Language
The retreat will be guided in either Dutch or English, depending on the group composition.
Terms & Conditions of booking
About your host
Before stepping into this path, I lived a very different rhythm. I worked in international relations, including for the UN, living and working in Australia, France, and Belgium, and traveling frequently around the world. I was driven by a strong desire to connect, contribute, and help build a more compassionate world. While I deeply valued these experiences, I also lived as a high achiever, constantly moving, doing, and pushing forward. Over time, I started to feel disconnected from the things that truly mattered, which led me to pause and reflect.
Yoga came into my life as a counterbalance to this fast-paced and demanding environment. What began as an outlet gradually grew into a compass, guiding me toward a more grounded, authentic, and intentional way of living. Through yoga, I learned to slow down, listen inward, and recognize my own boundaries, both on the mat and in everyday life.
In 2024, I left my job and life in Brussels to spend eight months traveling, creating space to reflect, reset, and reconnect with myself and the world around me. During this time, yoga became an anchor and an inspiration for a different way of living and working. In early 2025, I completed a 200-hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training and a 50-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Lombok, Indonesia. Since then, I’ve felt a strong calling to share the transformative power of yoga with others.
In many ways, this path still connects deeply to my original motivation: contributing to a more compassionate world; this time by creating spaces where people can slow down, reconnect, and cultivate more awareness and kindness, both toward themselves and others. I truly believe that when we feel more grounded, present, and connected within ourselves, we naturally bring more compassion into the world around us.
I’m deeply interested not only in the physical practice, but also in yoga philosophy and the subtle yet profound ways breath and movement regulate the nervous system and shape our inner landscape. With a background as a dance teacher, my classes are guided by rhythm, flow, and embodied awareness. I offer intuitive and inclusive spaces where you are invited to slow down, explore, and reconnect, always at your own pace.
Organizing this retreat brings together many things I love: sharing, connecting, exploring, and creating space to slow down in beautiful nature. My intention is simple: to help you find strength, stillness, balance, and a sense of safety within yourself, again and again.
