Inner Universe Retreat: Algarve, Portugal

September 12–19, 2026
A journey inward through yoga, breathwork, meditation, and reiki. Inner Universe Retreat is designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and return to yourself - through guided experiences, restorative space, and time to simply be.
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What to Expect

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  • 14 classes helping you explore your inner universe, connecting body, mind, and spirit + 1 asana alignment session

    ❋ Energize your mornings with Hatha & Vinyasa Flow.

    ❋ Slow down in the evening with Yin, Nidra & Restorative Yoga

    Asana alignment - a practical, exploratory session focused on alignment, technique, and mindful experimentation within postures.

    ❋ Suitable for all levels

    All yoga equipment provided for use on-site.

  • ❋ Six guided sessions designed to support awareness, balance, and integration on physical and subtle level

    Breathwork & pranayama to boost body awareness and calm the nervous system

    Mindfulness session for presence, stress reduction, and self-care

    Inner Landscape Session: journaling + Reiki to explore emotions and thoughts

    Energy Pathways Session: balance energy flow with breathwork and Reiki

    Cacao Ceremony: a heart-opening ritual to connect deeply with yourself and others, enhance mindfulness, and set intentions for your retreat experience.

    Guided walk: explore Aljezur’s cliffs, beaches, and Atlantic views on a guided walk with meditation and mindfulness exercises.

  • 30-minute individual Reiki massage therapy for each participant

    ❋ Gentle Japanese practice promoting deep relaxation and balance

    ❋ Uses light hands-on or hands-above touch to calm the nervous system

    ❋ Supports emotional well-being, mental clarity, and energetic balance

    ❋ Provides space for rest, reset, and integration

  • ❋ Enjoy 7 freshly prepared breakfasts and 7 dinners during your retreat, all vegetarian, creative, locally inspired, with optional vegan choices

    Private chef crafting every meal

    Snacks and fruit available during the day

    Filtered water available all day

    Coffee & tea at your convenience

  • ❋ 7 nights in a shared double room (optional private room - 1 available)

    Bed linen & towels included

    ❋ Private retreat house with: swimming pool, terrace, hammocks, pool table, 2 kitchens, garden & grill

    Communal spaces plus quiet areas for relaxation

  • Surf lessons

    ❋ Additional individual Reiki and massage therapies

    ❋ Extra excursions

    ❋ Let us know while reserving if you’re interested in any of these options

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❋ Flights and airport transport. We’re happy to put you in touch with fellow participants to arrange shared transportation or car hires.

❋ Meals or drinks beyond what’s listed in the included meals/snacks.

❋ Optional activities: surf lessons, additional individual Reiki therapies, excursions beyond the standard program.

What is not included

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Your Stay

We will be staying at A Good Place Portugal, a beautiful retreat villa nestled in the hills of Vale da Telha, just minutes from the stunning Atlantic coast. With a private pool, spacious garden, cozy common areas, and serene spots to relax, it’s the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and fully enjoy our retreat experience.

A two-story white house with blue shutters, a swimming pool in the backyard, a wooden pergola with outdoor dining, lounge chairs, and lush greenery under a clear blue sky.

The villa features two floors and five cozy bedrooms. All rooms can be booked with two single or one double bed, and beds are freshly made for your arrival. Most rooms are shared by two participants, except for one room that can be booked as a private room. Each guest will receive both a large and small towel. When registering, you can select the room that suits you best. Please note: spaces are limited. To keep the retreat small and intimate, we welcome a maximum of 10 participants, ensuring a personalized and meaningful experience for everyone.

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The Good Room. This large en-suite room comes with a private bathroom and a large closet.

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The Veggie Room is found on the upper level. A spacious room with a large closet and a study desk. Shares the bathroom with the Earth Room.

A bedroom with two beds, a window with green curtains, a small desk with a chair, a bedside table with a wooden lamp, a chair, and a beige rug on white tiled floor.

The Earth Room is found on the upper level. A spacious room with a large closet and a study desk. Shares the bathroom with the Veggie Room.

A minimalist bedroom with two beds, each with gray bedding and flowers, against a pastel green wall, with a wooden headboard, framed picture, and a wooden shelf unit.

The Pure Room is found on the ground floor with a large closet. Shares the bathroom.

Two single beds with gray bedding and rolled towels topped with pink flowers in a bright bedroom with white walls and a tiled floor, decorated with a black vase with yellow flowers, framed artwork, and a bedside lamp.

The Moon Room is found on the ground floor with a large closet. Shares the bathroom.

Prices and payment options

The Good Room

The Veggie Room

1.260 €

The Earth Room

1.350 € (shared)

1.800 € (private)

1.260 €

The Pure Room

1.180 €

The Moon Room

A backyard with a swimming pool, green bushes, pink flowers, a stone firepit with chairs, and a house with green shutters in the background.

1.180 €

Prices are listed per person and include 7 nights of accommodation in your selected room, 7 breakfasts and 7 dinners, daily snacks, fruit, tea and coffee, as well as the full retreat program with two instructors, including 14 yoga classes, 6 workshops, 1 asana alignment session, 1 guided walk, 1 cacao ceremony and one 30-minute Reiki massage therapy session. The price does not include airport transfers, flights, any food not specified in the program, additional Reiki or massage therapies, or other optional activities.

A €350 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot. The deposit is refundable only in the event that the retreat or the venue is cancelled.

Bookings are confirmed only after the deposit has been received.

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Meet the Team

Damian is a soul in constant exploration of his cosmic universe. An adventurous spirit deeply connected to his heart, he flows with the cycles of creation, preservation, and transformation. Walking the path of self-realization, self-knowledge, and alignment with the cosmic order, Damian integrates shamanic wisdom from Mexico and other cultures into his practice.

He is a RYT multi-style yoga teacher, Reiki channel, and massage therapist, with experience guiding sessions at retreats in Mexico, Ibiza and Bali, sharing the medicine of the Universe with love and freedom. His teaching is rooted in helping participants connect with their inner energy and discover practical tools that extend beyond the retreat experience.

Damian

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Lea is a dedicated RYT multi-style yoga teacher and lifelong student, offering regular group classes and integrating mindfulness into every aspect of her teaching. She emphasizes safe, accessible practice, helping participants connect with their bodies and build confidence in movement. Guided by her personal journey of transformation and self-discovery, Lea weaves presence, awareness, creativity, and storytelling into her teachings, creating a space where participants can explore themselves with curiosity and compassion.

Lea has facilitated retreats in Ibiza and Bali, bringing her experience in guiding participants through transformative practices while emphasizing tools and techniques they can carry into daily life.

Lea

Sample Daily Schedule


Morning yoga

7:30am


Breakfast

9:15am


Free time to relax, explore, optional activites, individual reiki massage therapies

10:00am


Guided session

3:00pm


Evening yoga

5:30pm


Dinner

7:15pm

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Booking process

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  • Share your basic details, room preference, and any special needs or questions.

  • You’ll receive a confirmation email with all the necessary information to complete your booking.

  • Your place is officially reserved once the non-refundable deposit has been received.

  • After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.

  • Once your spot is confirmed, you can book your flights and plan your journey with peace of mind.

  • Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.

  • The yoga is suitable for all levels, including beginners - no prior experience is needed. You don’t need to bring any equipment; mats, blocks, and straps are provided. Classes focus on mindful movement, breathwork, and gentle strengthening, allowing you to move at your own pace. Yoga sessions are designed to leave you feeling refreshed, balanced, and energized, and you can choose how actively you participate.

  • All meals are vegetarian. Vegan options are available - please let us know when booking.

  • All rooms are twin rooms, with beds that can be arranged as either a double or two singles. Towels and bed linen are provided. Rooms are quiet and suitable for rest. You will share the room with another participant and we also have one private room available for anyone who prefers to stay alone.

  • Check-in is on Saturday at 4 pm, and check-out is on Saturday at 10 am. The nearest airport is Faro, about 1 hour 20 minutes away. The easiest way to reach A Good Place Portugal is by car (rental cars are available at the airport). Public transport is possible but limited, and there are no Ubers in the area. We can also connect you with other participants to share a car, taxi or shuttle. Travel insurance is required.

  • The retreat is suitable for solo travelers, couples, groups - everyone is welcome. The yoga and program are suitable for all levels; you can go at your own pace. There is plenty of free time during the day to relax, explore, or connect with others. The group is kept small and intimate, and nothing is mandatory -you can participate as much or as little as you like.

  • You can secure your spot by paying a 350 € deposit. The deposit is non-refundable. The final payment is due July 15 2026. If the retreat is cancelled, you will receive a full refund of all payments made. For refund and cancellation policy please check our Terms and conditions.

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