Beats retreat at cocoon Portugal
November 11 - 17, 2024
~ SOLD OUT ~
Portugal’s beauty is subtle and understated - the magic here is witnessed only when you slow down. Portugal's beauty is lived + experienced.
The area we’re heading to is called Coastal Alentejo. It's far removed from the coastal tourist culture of the rest of Europe. The beaches are windswept and untouched. As you move inland, golden rolling hillsides give way to a rugged coastline, traditional whitewashed villages, and enchanting medieval towns.
Traditional farming here is a way of life. Cork production still continues. Even at our retreat property, the eggs come from their chickens, the cheese from their neighbors sheep, and olives from an olive grower down the road. The birds here are magnificent, and the walking paths, like the Costa Vicentina, are world renowned.
The world is (finally) catching on to Alentejo. Get there before it does.
the retreat centre
Cocoon is a 275 acre farm and dedicated retreat center on the Atlantic Coast of Portugal, offering inspiration + community for the modern traveller. It's also pure magic, where between the oversized hammocks and the freshwater lake, you'll start to lose track of time. The kind of place where each morning is a celebration, practicing under the canopy of old growth pines, but so is each evening, with incredible farm-to-table meals and elevated dinner conversation.
Cocoon is situated on the breathtaking Atlantic coast of Portugal, near the charming fishing village of Vila Nova de Milfontes, in the Alentejo region, which is known for its long stretches of untouched coastline and charming white-washed villages. From Lisbon, its roughly two hours drive south, (from Faro, slightly closer). The ocean, with bluffs, trails, and sandy coves, is a 10 minute drive away.
Cocoon has 11 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. The maximum capacity is 24.
There are two yoga shalas at Cocoon. The pine shala is nestled under the canopy of old growth pines, with the occasional sheep or goat roaming around nearby. The pine shala is especially dreamy in the later afternoons, as the sunlight sifts through the trees. The indoor shala is lightfilled and fresh, with high ceilings and traditional hand-made Santa Catarina tiles, which are a joy to practice on. We will mostly practice in the indoor shala.
Expect three healthy, lovingly-prepared meals each day. Strong coffee and herbal teas are available throughout the day. For breakfast, expect homemade granola, greek yogurt, local honey, homemade jam, frittata, oats, fresh local fruit, and slow-rise breads. Lunch is typically lighter, like a bowl of ancient grains. Dinner is served family style, expect things like curry, beetroot hummus ancient grains, salads, and soups. Our menu is always changing, depending on what's available.
The rooms are clean, bright, and simple. There's different options for different budgets. You'll have your own bed in either a shared double, shared triple room or single room your preference. You can have a room with an en-suite bathroom, or share a bathroom between two rooms.
R E T R E A T
Our retreat takes place from November 11-17, 2024. Plan on arriving at the property between 3-5pm on November 11 and leaving after class & breakfast on November 17. We'll help coordinate for people to share transport if needed. Each day is balanced between group activities, and plenty of free time to do as you wish. Everything is optional: you can get into as much or as little as you want. Below is a schedule just to give you a general idea of what to expect. Whether you want to embrace your introvert, or hang out with new friends - there will be plenty of opportunity for both.
S C H E D U L E
8 am - 9 am Mindful Mornings (with coffee + tea)
9 am - 10 am Nourish. Enjoy Cocoon's iconic breakfast! Local organic fruit, greek yogurt, eggs from our chickens, freshly baked breads, homemade jams, and freshly brewed coffee & teas.
10 am - 11:30 am Ballet Beats + Yoga (some days Yoga will be in the afternoon)
11:30 am - 2 pm Play, rest, visit. Adventure to the beach, or hop on a bike and explore.
2 pm Nourish. A light lunch.
3 pm - 6 pm Play. Book a massage, choose a hammock to nap on, adventure.
6 pm - 7:30 pm Afternoon Practice. Yoga, Nidra, Self Awakening Yoga, Yin, Restorative (some nights the practice will happen after dinner)
8 pm Nourish. Plant-forward, farm-to-table dinner. Local natural wines available at a very reasonable price.
10 pm Sleep + stargaze
What’s included
6 nights accommodation at Cocoon Portugal, a 275 acre farm on the Atlantic Coast of Portugal
Daily Ballet Beats classes (NO DANCE EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)
Daily Vinyasa/Hatha Yoga classes (NO YOGA EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)
Daily Mindful Morning Sessions
Evening Sessions (Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga and Self Awakening Yoga)
Farm to table breakfast, lunch and dinner cooked by our private chef
Yoga mats and any required equipment for classes
Bicycles + Wifi
Not included in the retreat
Airfare
Transfers to and from Cocoon
We encourage you to arrive a day or two early or stay and day or two after the retreat!
choose your room
SOLD OUT - Private room with en-suite bath: for one person - $3900 CAD + GST
SOLD OUT - Private room with shared bath: for one person, bathroom shared by two rooms, located in the hallway - $3500 CAD + GST
SOLD OUT - Shared double with en suite bath: small single bed in a shared double occupancy room (two people per room) with en suite bath - $2800 + GST
SOLD OUT - Shared double, shared bath: small single bed in a shared double occupancy room, bathroom shared by two rooms in the hallway - $2350 + GST
SOLD OUT - Shared triple with en suite bath: small single bed in a shared triple occupancy room (three people per room) with en-suite bath - $2500 + GST