Nature
Yoga&Meditation
Ayurveda
Movement
We believe each one of us has its own way of meditating. Those moments we emerge from with a quieter mind, a more holistic vision and an ability to notice and appreciate the small things around us.
At Zam, we create a temporal and physical space that allows us to connect body & mind to live in the present moment, reconnecting with ourselves, nature and others.
We are a community passionate about nature and people, yoga, ayurveda, healthy food, music & holistic therapies.
We strive to inspire a conscious lifestyle, where we take care of and learn from the people and nature around us.
Photos and video by Claire Michel
Join us for an immersion into nature between Sintra forests and the portuguese coast.
5 days & nights of Yoga, meditations, creative workshops, Ayurveda Nutrition & Herbalism, somatic movement, sensorial experiences, nature walks to beaches and villages and much more!
Location: Sintra area, Portugal
Nearest airport/train: Lisbon (50 min)
Arrival/Departure: Tuesday 01.04 from 16 / Sunday, 06.04 from 13
Price: 850€ double room / 1050 € private room. max 10 guest
Our retreats are located between Ericeira and Sintra. Ericeira is a traditional fisherman village and surf paradise. There are long sandy beaches with infinite waves of all sizes surrounded by tranquil green valleys and regenerative farmlands.
A historical town on the hills surrounded by lush forests, Sintra is a very special place thanks to its microclimate and huge biodiversity. It hosts a huge protected forest and stunning secluded beaches.
It's the perfect place to immerse and nourish yourself in nature.
Morning Ayurvedic Rituals
9 / 10.30 - Yoga Class
10.30 /11.30 - Morning swim/ free time
11.30 - Brunch
between 13 and 19 - Workshops/Activity of the day:
Nature walks/hikes, beach trips, Ayurveda workshop, Herbalism Workshop DYO products, Somatic movement, Cacao ceremony
Free time
19 - Dinner
21 - Night activity: Sound Healing / Yoga Nidra / Singing circles / Massage Workshop
*fresh fruits, healthy snacks, tea/coffee/Kombucha are available all day long
*Every class & activity is optional, you can choose to join any activity you wish or just take free time for yourself.
Immerse yourself into nature - Nourish your body - Quieten your mind - Awaken your intuition
Yoga is a philosophy that you can apply to how you live your life. It is a way of liberating ourselves from our limited notion of who we are, free ourselves from our ego and transcend into higher consciousness.
You will have the opportunity to go inward and leave behind all the distractions of everyday life
Our classes are open to everyone with experience or without.
For those who are interested in knowing more, we offer a Yoga History & Philosophy session.
In the Indian “science of life”, Ayurveda, our bodies as well as the universe around us, is made up of 5 elements. We are all born with a predominant element, a constitutional type - our dosha.
The way you nourish your body plays a major role in your life: what you eat, how you eat, how you cook, how you spice your food - we want to share with you some principles of this ancient science that you will be able to apply in your daily life.
We guide Yoga practices and meditations inspired by the elements: Earth to ground you and build your roots, Fire to energize and empower you, Air to open you up and be lighter and Water to free your creativity and intuition
Traditionally a ritual of the Mayan and Aztec civilisations, we use pure cacao from a co-operative in Ecuador to open the heart, facilitate letting go of the past and be more open to what lies ahead.
We then exploring different rhythms with the body in a free dance, getting to know its variety of movements, being creative with it and letting it bring you out of the mind.
We create human specific performances, filled with transformative encounters and interactions with others and nature. We also guide sound journeys to balance your body and mind.
We are trained massage therapist offering:
Ayurvedic Abhyanga (Body and Head Massage)
Swedish Relaxation Massage
Plantar Reflexology (Traditional Chinese Medicine)
During the retreat we will offer a massage workshop for you to learn some techniques you can use on yourself and your loved ones.
We were captivated by the energy of the place, and we hope you will be as well.
We are excited to share this magical place with you, which is surrounded by the ocean and forests.
Our rustic home has four double rooms, various gardens and a swimming pool
*let us know if you wish to reserve a private room just for yourself
Included:
Accommodation in shared or private room with own bathroom
Full board locally sourced organic seasonal food
Ayurvedic meals (vegetarian)
All day herbal teas/ coffee / natural and probiotic drinks / fruits / nuts
Daily Yoga classes and meditations
Pranayama / Chanting
Cacao Ceremony & Dance
Sound journeys
Human specific performance
Optional:
Massages
Surf class (all levels)
Rock climbing class (all levels)
Capacity limited to 10 people
Photos and video by Claire Michel
"The best retreat experience I had, made friends for the rest of life" Eula
Are you a group or a company and you would like us to organise a retreat crafted especially for you ?
Upcoming retreats:
1 - 6 April, Sintra Portugal
For any questions write us on IG or FB or email us at:
zamintonature@gmail.com or
immerse@zamintonature.com
Previous retreats:
October 28th- 31st 2023, Sintra Portugal
June 15th-18th 2023, Sintra Portugal
May 25th-28th 2023, Ericeira Portugal
April 20th-23rd 2023, Ericeira Portugal
October 14th-16th 2022, Ericeira Portugal
June 18th-20th 2022, Ericeira Portugal
Photos and video by Claire Michel.