Yoga
Ayurveda
Cacao
Dance&Music
next retreat 14 - 21 September 2024
Zam
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. We feel more in touch with ourselves and others, allow our inner voices to speak and we listen to and follow our intuition.
At Zam, we create a temporal and physical space that allows us to connect body & mind to live in the present moment, reconnecting with yourself, nature and others.
About us
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
Special Edition:
Mediterranean Retreat
14 - 21 September
Join us for an immersion into yoga, mediterranean culture and diet.
We will pratice yoga and meditations every day overlooking the sea as well as explore villages, learn about mediterranean culture and diet, bike or hike the Ligurian coast and mountains, make troffie, pesto, focaccia and much more.
Arenzano, Liguria
Liguria is a small region in northwestern Italy, enclosed between the sea and the mountains characterised by breathtaking views, picturesque small villages, a rich history and cuisine. It is home to ravioli, basil pesto, focaccia, olives, artichokes, chestnuts, chinotto and
much more. Arenzano is a small local town, bordering the Beigua UNESCO Global Geopark, the largest regional protected area in Liguria. People from the area will join us to teach us about their food and traditions.
Program
8 - 9 Ayurvedic Rituals
9 - 10.30 Yoga Class (according to the day's element and chakra)
10.30 - 11.30 morning swim/ free time
11.30 Brunch
13 Activity of the day: hike on Ligurian mountains/bike trip on the coast/ explore historical villages
17 Activity of the evening: Mediterranean Cooking Class/ Cacao ceremony/ Dance/ Free time
19 Dinner
21 Night activity: Sound Healing / Yoga Nidra / Head Massage Workshop
Everything is optional, you can choose to join any activity you wish or just take free time for yourself.
Location: Arenzano, Liguria. | Nearest cities: Genova (20 min) / Milan (2h)
Arrival/Departure (flexible): Sat, 14.09 from 16 / Sat, 21.09 from 14
Included: 7 nights in ensuite twin room, full board, daily yoga classes and workshops, trips to beaches, coast villages and mountains, sensorial experiences, Mediterranean cooking classes, pick up & dropoff in Genova
Price: 720€ | max 6 guest
Yoga
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.
Immerse yourself into nature - Nourish your body - Quieten your mind - Awaken your intuition
Ayurveda
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.
Yoga
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
Cacao ceremony & Dance
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.
Sound & Human Specific
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.
Massage
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.
Ericeira/ Sintra, Portugal
We 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.
A historical town on the hills surrounded by lush forests, Sintra is a very special place thanks to its microclimate and huge biodiversity.
it's the perfect place to immerse yourself in nature. There are numerous wild paths you can take to discover wonderful landscapes and beaches.
Home in Portugal
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
Retreat - Portugal
Included:
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:
Essential oil massage
Surf class (all levels)
Rock climbing class (all levels)
Capacity limited to 9 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:
14 - 21 September 2024
Liguria, Italy
For any questions write us on IG or FB or email us at: 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.