Yoga, Horse Wisdom & Pranayama

Near the beautiful beaches of the southwest coast of Portugal

September 2-6, 2024

Our Yoga, Horse Wisdom and & Pranayama Retreat is unique in every possible way. In this retreat, you will really come to understand many fundamental aspects of asana (yoga postures) and how they work to help YOU as an individual in your own practice.

You will also have your pulse taken daily, and you will also go deep into pranayama (breath work).  As you leave the retreat, you will be grounded and focused in this and have a better understanding of what is going on inside of you.

The exceptional part and addition to this retreat is the ability to engage and discover Horse Wisdom with Antje. She has been an expert in equine-assisted experiential learning for 12 years, a method that focuses on encounters with horses and personal growth and learning. Horses show us how we can reconnect with our authentic being and find access to our inner wisdom. They not only reflect unconscious blockages but also provide valuable feedback on our actions through their behaviour. 
Through the interaction with horses, people learn to break through ingrained thought patterns. This experience encourages us to take new steps in our own development.

This is an incredible opportunity to deepen, learn, rest, rejuvenate, enjoy and most of all relax. This retreat will take place at Quinta da Sernadinha a tranquil retreat space situated in a beautiful viewpoint in Cercal Do Alentejo.

You also have the benefit of adding additional services such as massages and reiki and an Ayurveda consult to allow yourself to be pampered. We can also arrange for you to surf at the beach or simply enjoy the endless views from the Hammocks – this is truly paradise.

The food will be vegetarian and whilst it is not fully gluten free we will provide some options. All our food will be cooked with love by our talented Chef.

We offer different types of ONSITE accommodation and OFFSITE / DAY PASSES as well. Please scroll down for the different options.

 
 

 

 

This retreat includes

 
  • 5 days & 4 nights accommodation
  • 8 or more yoga classes
  • meditation, breath work (pranayama) & pulse taking
  • brunch, dinner, fruit, teas and coffees provided
  • 1 x horse wisdom workshop with Antje
  • 1 x sound healing
Schedule
Prices & Accommodation

Flights, Trains and Transfers are not included, but we can provide paid transfers (car pick up) with advance notice from the nearby train stations and or bus station. You can also rent a car from Lisbon or Faro. ​

Massages, Ayurveda Consult, Reiki & Surf Classes are all additional add on charges.

Daily Schedule

Day 1

14:00-15:30 Arrival
15:30-16:00 Welcome Circle
16:00-17:00 Restorative Yoga
17:00-18:00 Freshen up
19:00-20:30 Dinner
20:30-23:00 Board games rest

Day 2

08:00-08:30 Tea/ Coffee in your houses
08:45-09:45 Guided Meditation & Pranayama & Pulse Taking
09:45-10:45 Yoga Asana
11:30-13:00 Brunch Buffet on the terrace
13:00-16:30 Free time, visit the beach, read and relax, get a massage, reiki or ayurvedic private consultation
16:30-17:30 Restorative Yoga
17:00-18:00 Freshen up
19:00-20:30 Dinner
20:30-23:00 Board games rest

Day 3

08:30-09:00 Tea/ Coffee in your houses
09:00-09:30 Light fruit snack in your houses
09:30-12:00 Horse Coaching
12:00-13:30 Buffet Lunch on the terrace
13:30-16:00 Free time, visit the beach, read and relax, get a massage, reiki or ayurvedic private consultation
16:30-17:30 Restorative Yoga
17:00-18:00 Freshen up
19:00-20:30 Dinner
20:30-23:00 Board games rest

Day 4

08:00-08:30 Tea/ Coffee in your houses
08:45-09:45 Guided Meditation & Pranayama & Pulse Taking
09:45-10:45 Yoga Asana
11:30-13:00 Brunch Buffet on the terrace
13:00-16:00 Free time, visit the beach, read and relax, get a massage, reiki or ayurvedic private consultation
17:00-18:30 Restorative Yoga
how can we take our practice home and all questions
19:00-20:30 Dinner
20:30 Sound Healing
 
 

 

 

Day 5

08:00-08:30 Tea/ Coffee in your houses
08:00-09:00 Yoga
09:30 Freshen up
10:00 Breakfast
11:30-12:00 Farewells

self — aware — successful

FAQ

Often one hour is sufficient, but sometimes 2-3 coaching sessions are needed. We would be happy to see together after the first appointment which path I would recommend to you. This is actually quite different and cannot be answered in such a general way.
You are welcome to make a note of the topics or questions that are most important to you in advance. For me there is no need to prepare in advance, as I will always accompany you individually according to your needs. Please bring sturdy shoes, weather appropriate clothing and a notepad.
No. Even if you are afraid of horses this is no obstacle to have an unforgettable coaching experience. I will gently guide you and ensure your safety.
Usually about one to one and a half hours.

I would be happy to send you information about my offers and the modalities without obligation. Please just get in touch with me.

Yes, I am happy to have a free 30 min. get-to-know-you conversation with you in person, on the phone, or via video call.

All coaching sessions with horses take place on our estate in Portugal in the southern Alentejo. You have the possibility to rent a vacation home with us and combine vacation with personality development. ( Info about the vacation homes you can find here: www.sernadinha.net ) Of course there are also other accommodation possibilities nearby. We are happy to help you find the right one.

Faro and Lisbon Airport are about 1.30h or 1.45h away by car.

No, the kitchens in the holiday homes are well equipped to prepare something to your own taste. If you don’t want to cook for yourself, you will find a variety of restaurants with delicious portuguese and international dishes in the vicinity and on the beaches.
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