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About this trip
PROGRAM
TEAM
RETREAT CENTRE
ACCOMMODATION: 3 NIGHTS
FOOD: 9 MEALS
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE
TRANSFER
WHAT TO BRING
PAYMENT
FAQ
-I'm coming from abroad. Are there any travel restrictions for entering Portugal? As 1 July 2022, there are no longer restrictions to enter Portugal (no test or proof of vaccination required).
-In what language will this retreat be held? Due to the international nature of our retreats, all activities and guidance will be held in English. However, if you're Portuguese and require Portuguese translation, please let us know in the registration form when you book.
-Can I come on my own? Absolutely! More than half of our participants actually come on their own, and many not knowing anyone else. Our retreats are highly inclusive and welcoming, and the program is designed to facilitate connections between one another with ice-breakers, group exercices and a daily sharing circle in small groups.
-I've never been on retreat or done an Ecstatic Dance before. Can I still join? Yes! While we would suggest that you try at least a conscious dance session (of any modality) to get a feel first, we always have a handful of participants who have never done Ecstatic Dance before coming on retreat. And for many of them it's also their first retreat.
-Is this a festival? No. Festivals are generally larger events with several programs/workshops to choose from and participants can arrive/leave as they wish, and meals are not communal. Our retreat is a closed container: we start and finish together. We are limiting the number of participants in order to create a more intimate gathering. There is one program and all the activities, including meals, are communal. We will also ask you to turn your phone off. Our retreats are an invitation to dive deeper into your practice and let go of the outside world.
-What's the weather like in March? The climate in Tomar during March is mild and reasonably dry. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 18°C, whilst it can drop to around 8°C at night. The average sunshine time is 7 hours per day.
-Are the facilities heated? Yes, dorms and apartments are equipped with portable electrical heaters and yurts have a wood burner to keep you warm at night. The dome will also be heated during activities.
-What is your cancellation policy? In the unlikely case that we have to cancel the retreat, a full refund will be offered. Deposits are non-refundable. In case of cancellation from your side less than 60 days from retreat start date, no refunds or transfers will be offered, without exception.
-If I can no longer make it, can I transfer my booking to someone? If you find someone to take your booking, there will be a €40 admin charge to transfer your booking to another person. If the retreat is fully booked and you want us sell your booking on your behalf, we will retain your deposit and refund you the balance only if we find a replacement and once they have paid in full. Please note we will only accept booking transfers and allow posts on our Facebook event/page if the retreat is fully booked.
-Any other questions? Send us an email and we'll aim to get back to you within 24 hours (48 hours during the weekend).
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What’s included
- All activitiesAll classes and workshops
- Accommodation (3 nights)Your choice of accommodation (dorm, yurt, room or camping)
- Food (9 meals)Three vegetarian meals daily made from organic produce from onsite garden
What’s not included
- Transport to the venueYou can book a transfer to the retreat centre as an add-on (€60 return)
Available Add-Ons
Itinerary
Make your way to Quinta São José dos Montes, our stunning retreat centre
16:00-18:00 Upon arrival, check-in with our team. Our host Filipe will show you to your room/yurt or the camping area. Settle in, explore the grounds and get acquainted with the facilities.
18:30-19:30 Gather in the dining tent for our first meal together where you'll be able to connect with your fellow retreatants.
20:00-22:30 Join us in the geodesic dome for an Opening Circle where we'll introduce ourselves and share practical points. Our retreat leader Renée will guide you into a short warm-up before bringing on an Ecstatic Dance journey. We'll end the evening with a live sound healing with multi-instrumentalist Onün.