This autumn’s retreat
THE SPACE BETWEEN
20 – 22 Nov 2026
Everything shifts in the space between.
A retreat in movement, stillness & subtle perception.
There is a subtle space that exists between things.
Between inhale and exhale.
Between movement and stillness.
Between sound and silence.
Between yourself and the world.
This retreat explores that space.
Not as an idea, but as a lived experience — a place where perception refines and the body remembers how to listen again.
There is a moment between two movements, two breaths, two thoughts.
A quiet interval where something begins to shift.
Between stimulus and response there is a space.
And in that space something softens.
Perception reshapes the way we relate.
The body finds its way back into relationship.
Over three days we will slow down and explore this subtle territory together.
Through movement, stillness, breath, sound, and time in nature, we cultivate the capacity to sense what exists between experiences — the pauses that allow integration, clarity and renewal.
This retreat is an invitation to step out of habitual momentum and into a slower rhythm of attention.
A space to refine perception.
To regulate the nervous system.
To return to the quiet intelligence of the sensing body.
Practices will include yoga, meditation, chanting with harmonium, and creative exploration through art.
Each day will also include a simple creative ritual with brush and colour — an opportunity to reflect, integrate and sense how the experience of practice begins to take form.
Held in nature and supported by a small group, these three days offer an opportunity to rest, reconnect and rediscover the subtle intelligence that emerges when we allow space.
A gentle return to the intelligence of the sensing body.
“Andre, your guidance was both powerful and gentle, and I’m deeply grateful for the way you gave everything so that we could simply receive. You have my full admiration. Celebrating my birthday with you and the borboletas coloridas felt like a true blessing”
— Daphne Fruhmann
THE RETREAT EXPERIENCE INCLUDES
• A daily rhythm of extended morning and midday practices
• Slow, full-sensory vinyasa (accessible to all levels)
• Meditation & breath inquiry
• Sacred sound & mantra chanting with harmonium
• An art contemplative workshop
• Reflective afternoons for rest, nature walks, treatments, sauna and integration
• Three nourishing vegetarian meals per day
• Evenings of sunset, silence and devotional sound
LOCATION
Monte da Orada, Alentejo, Portugal
Nestled in a quiet valley close to beautiful surf beaches, Monte da Orada is a magical ecological haven, dedicated to organic farming and conscious nutrition. It offers the perfect environment for yoga and contemplation in nature, with panoramic views of the stunning Portuguese countryside. It is so special that this is our eight year at this magnificent venue.
ACCOMODATION & FACILITIES
Monte da Orada offers a variety of comfortable accommodation, from private en-suite rooms to unique spaces closer to nature, such as treehouses, teepees, or bungalows. The retreat centre also features a bio-pool, yoga. meditation temples, a rooftop terrace and a sacred amphitheater.
SAMPLE DAILY RHYTHM
• 8:00 — Breath awareness & meditation
• 9:00 — Breakfast
• 11:30 — Deep, slow, full-sensory Vinyasa Flow
• 13:00 — Lunch
• Afternoon — Rest, nature, treatments, sauna, integration
• 17:30 — Experiential workshop
• 19:30 — Dinner
• 20:30 — Sunset / Sacred Sound & Chanting
Andreina, if you feel like going through it all again and organising another retreat :) please do let me know. (And do bring your amazing mother!) - you did a brilliant job. Very best wishes to you all, and happy yoga-ing.
Beverley x
INVESTMENT
After three days of practice, rest and shared experience, many participants leave with a renewed sense of clarity, connection and embodied presence.
€560 – €690
This includes:
• Tuition
• Accommodation
• Three organic vegetarian meals daily
Please note: the price does not include flights, airport transfers, treatments, kayaking, cycling, or transport to the beach.
PAYMENT INFORMATION
To reserve your place, a non-refundable deposit of €250 is required.
The remaining balance is due by 20 October 2026.
Bookings made after this date require full payment at registration.
CANCELLATION POLICY
• The €250 deposit is non-refundable
• Cancellations before 20 October 2026 receive a 50% refund of the remaining balance
• After 20 October 2026, payments are non-refundable
TO BOOK
Choose your preferred accommodation and email:
hello@andreinavila.com
Practical information and packing details will be sent two weeks before the retreat.
GETTING THERE & TIMING
Monte da Orada is located 1.5 hours from Faro Airport and 2.5 hours from Lisbon. Participants are encouraged to share taxis or rental cars with fellow guests where possible, making travel both easier and more eco-friendly.
Check-in: Friday 20 Nov — 15:00
Check-out: Sunday 22 Nov — 12:30
I just wanted to say thank you for YOUR lovely words – that is so kind of you to say that. I found it invaluable, and both you and Jana have given me much more confidence to actually start thinking of myself as a potential teacher rather than just a student.
— Love Helen xx
