Retreat details
Body, space, motion, stillness: practice joy, with the trees, the rivers, the wildlife.
Together we will explore elemental energies which influence our perception of our selves and our well-being within the context of yoga asana, influenced by ashtanga vinyasa yoga, dynamic and restorative practice. Supported by harmonising treatments and nourishing food, immersed deep in the heart of nature.
Come spend time in the forest. Feel the breeze on your skin. Tune in with all your senses to the life that is here. The waters. The birdsong. The sunlight. The mountain. Pause. Re-connect. Remember. Give thanks. For every breath. For all that is.
What’s included
4 morning yoga posture practices
3 afternoon workshops
2 morning guided forest bathing walks
90 minute body harmonising treatment, with additional treatments available for 90€
5 nights accommodation in stone cottages or SoulPad belle tents
3 freshly prepared, nourishing vegan/vegetarian meals daily
Transportation to and from Oleiros
Your Teacher
Growing up in the West Indies, Vonetta became acutely aware of the natural and joyful ways people healed themselves and each other through touch, dance, storytelling, simple local food, and a slow soul bolstering approach to life. This initial grounded upbringing was enhanced by the study of Social Anthropology at the London School of Economics, with a particular interest in shamanistic healing.
Subsequent study of Community and Youth Work at Goldsmiths and several years working with homeless people, those with mental health difficulties, unemployed and vulnerable young people further fuelled her compassion for human life and the desire to assist in a more pragmatic and direct approach. This led Vonetta to the study of yoga, acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, mycology, Naturopathy and Osteopathic medicine.
Travelling to us
We are located approximately 2.5 hours from both Lisbon and Porto and accessible by car, with a number of hire options available in both cities. For those looking to travel by public transport, we recommend travelling via Lisbon for regular Rede Expressos bus services to our local town of Oleiros, where we’ll pick you up for the short drive to the retreat.
Check in after 10am Monday morning or arrive with the 7am bus from Lisboa Sete Rios into Oleiros at 10.30am. Breakfast for you on arrival. At the end of the week depart with the 8am Saturday morning bus from Oleiros to Lisboa Sete Rios or check out by 10am if you are driving.
Check in/outs and transportation outside of these times may be available at an additional cost, please contact admin@valedemoses.com to confirm.
Accommodation & Prices
Shared space in 4 bed stone Moses Cottage, 3 bed stone Adega Cottage or private Single SoulPad - 800€ per person
Private Double/Twin SoulPad for single occupancy - 1,000€ per person
Private Double/Twin SoulPad for double occupancy - 1,400€ for 2 people
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your place and if for any reason you can’t make it, we simply carry your deposit forward onto any visit in the next 3 years.
Bursary Support
It’s important to us that healing is accessible to everyone and that those often underrepresented on retreat and in yoga spaces are actively welcomed and able to be a part of Vale de Moses. Therefore we’re offering a number of supported spaces this year, so please email us on admin@valedemoses.com for more information.
For group booking discounts or if you have any questions, please contact admin@valedemoses.com