Ocean, Breath & Bliss
25.04.-02.05.26 - Lagos, Portugal
Join the Alchemy Experience
Where depth meets joy, and embodiment feels like coming home
Healing doesn’t have to be heavy.
Transformation doesn’t have to be serious.
Sometimes, the deepest shifts happen when we soften, laugh, and let ourselves enjoy being alive.
The Algarve Alchemy Retreat is an invitation into balance —
between inner work and play,
between stillness and movement,
between depth and delight.
Held in Lagos, Portugal, surrounded by the wild Atlantic and open skies, this retreat offers a week of embodied practices designed to reconnect you with your body, your breath and your natural joy.
This is not about fixing yourself.
It’s about remembering how good it feels to be you.
More Than
Just Yoga
This retreat is not only about yoga.
It’s about balance — between movement and rest, depth and play, structure and spontaneity.
You’ll experience a rich mix of different yoga styles, supporting strength, mobility, relaxation and inner awareness. Alongside yoga, we weave in Pilates Fusion for playful strengthening and body intelligence, as well as dance to awaken expression, freedom and joy.
Nourishment goes far beyond the mat. You’ll enjoy fresh, nourishing meals that support vitality and digestion, bringing pleasure and grounding into every day.
We also step outside the studio to explore the magic of the Algarve. Day trips into the beautiful surrounding nature, coastal walks and local discoveries allow space for inspiration and adventure. A guided surf trip invites you into ocean play and flow, while a wingfoil class offers a thrilling and empowering new experience for those who wish to try something different.
Finishing this amazing adventure off with a sunset sail along the coastline of the Algarve - unbeatable.
For deep regeneration, we integrate sauna and cold plunge sessions, supporting recovery, circulation and nervous system balance.
What to expect
Home away from Home
Your retreat home is a spacious, house located close to the center of Lagos, offering the perfect balance between accessibility and tranquility. Within a short distance, you can reach beaches, cafés and local life — while still enjoying a peaceful environment to truly unwind.
The house offers comfortable shared accommodation for all participants, with plenty of room to relax, retreat and recharge. There is reliable WiFi and a fully equipped kitchen, making the space practical as well as cozy and nourishing.
This home is designed to support both rest and connection.
There are quiet corners to read, journal, nap or simply be with yourself when you need privacy and calm. At the same time, open communal areas invite shared meals, conversations, laughter and a natural sense of community.
Daily Movement Practices
Enjoy daily yoga and Pilates sessions, thoughtfully adapted to the rhythm and activities of each day. Depending on what the body needs — whether energizing, grounding or restoring — the style and intensity of the practices are adjusted to support balance, vitality and recovery.
You will move and nourish your body through a diverse blend of Vinyasa Yoga and Yin Yoga, combined with Pilates Barre and Matwork. This balanced approach builds strength, flexibility and body awareness, while also creating space for relaxation, integration and ease.
Each session is designed to leave you feeling awake, connected and supported — never depleted, always nourished.
Nourishment as Medicine
A fresh breakfast is included every day, las well as
2 Ayurvedic Dinner. Lovingly prepared to nourish you with energy, balance and pleasure.
Throughout the retreat, we focus on ayurvedic-inspired cooking, honoring the wisdom that food is medicine. When chosen consciously and prepared with care, nourishment doesn’t only fuel the body — it supports healing, clarity and vitality on every level.
Our meals are designed to make you feel grounded yet light, satisfied yet energized, nourished and alive. Seasonal ingredients, balanced flavors and mindful preparation create food that truly supports your practice, your nervous system and your overall well-being.
Eating becomes part of the experience — a daily ritual of presence, pleasure and connection.
Cacaoceremony & Dance
An evening of heart-opening connection, movement and joyful expression.
We begin with a sacred cacao ceremony, inviting presence, intention and gentle inner opening. Cacao supports emotional clarity, grounding and a natural sense of connection — with yourself and with the group.
From there, we flow into ecstatic dance: a free, guided movement journey where the body leads and the mind softens. There is no choreography, no right or wrong — only music, breath, sensation and expression.
This experience allows you to release stored tension, awaken creativity and reconnect with pleasure, playfulness and authentic self-expression. Expect depth, laughter, sweat, softness and moments of pure aliveness.
Day Surftrip with Surfexperience
A full day immersed in the raw beauty and powerful energy of Portugal’s west coast.
“The Surfexperience” will take us to one of the most stunning surf beaches in the Algarve, where dramatic cliffs meet endless Atlantic waves. Whether you are stepping on a surfboard for the first time or already have experience, certified instructors will guide you safely and playfully into the ocean.
Surfing becomes a living practice of presence, trust and flow. You’ll learn to read the waves, fall, laugh, try again and celebrate small victories — all while being held by the immense beauty of nature.
Beyond surfing, there is time to relax on the beach, connect with the group, breathe fresh ocean air and simply enjoy the wildness of this untouched coastline.
An unforgettable day of adventure, humility, joy and ocean medicine.
Wingfoil Class with local School at the Lagoon Alvor
An exhilarating introduction to wind, water and freedom.
In the protected setting of a nearby lagoon, you’ll experience a guided wingfoil class, ideal for beginners and curious explorers alike. Calm waters and steady winds create a safe and supportive environment to learn the basics and build confidence.
Wingfoiling invites balance, coordination and presence — while also awakening playfulness and courage. Gliding across the water, feeling carried by wind and movement, offers a unique sense of lightness and flow.
This experience is about exploration, joy and expanding comfort zones — always with respect for your own rhythm and boundaries.
A beautiful blend of adventure, embodiment and childlike curiosity.
Sailing Trip along Algarve Coastline
A gentle journey along the breathtaking coastline of Lagos.
We step aboard a sailing boat and let the wind guide us along golden cliffs, hidden coves and turquoise waters. From the ocean perspective, the Algarve reveals a different kind of magic — spacious, quiet and deeply calming.
There is time to relax on deck, swim in crystal-clear water, soak in the sun and simply enjoy the rhythm of the sea. This experience invites slowing down, presence and connection — with nature, the group and yourself.
Our afternoon and evening practices take place in the Alchemy Space — a consciously created sanctuary designed for presence, depth and regeneration.
This space invites you to slow down, drop out of the busy mind and fully arrive in your body. With natural light, warm textures and a grounded atmosphere, it offers a safe and nourishing container for yoga, breathwork, movement and embodied exploration.
As the day softens, the Alchemy Space becomes a place of integration and restoration. Here, you’ll enjoy the healing rhythm of sauna and ice bath rituals, supporting circulation, detoxification and nervous system balance. The contrast between heat and cold invites clarity, resilience and deep relaxation — a powerful way to release tension and reset the body and mind.
Whether you are moving, sweating, breathing or simply resting, this space holds you in a sense of calm, safety and connection. It is a place where transformation feels gentle, embodied and deeply grounded — always balanced with ease and pleasure.
A true sanctuary for renewal, presence and alchemical change.
Infrared Sauna & Icebath at the Alchemy Space
Beyond the guided retreat program, the Algarve offers endless opportunities to explore, breathe and reconnect with nature. For those who feel called, there is space to join optional excursions or enjoy free time in your own rhythm.
You may choose to explore breathtaking coastal hikes, walking along dramatic cliffs and hidden beaches, letting the rhythm of the ocean ground and inspire you.
A visit to the mountains of Monchique invites cooler air, panoramic views and natural freshwater springs — a refreshing contrast to the coastline and a beautiful place to slow down and reconnect with the elements.
For those longing for a deeper connection with animals and earth, horse riding through nature offers a unique sense of freedom, trust and presence.
And for the explorers at heart, a journey to Cabo de São Vicente, the southwesternmost point of Europe, reveals powerful cliffs, vast open skies and unforgettable sunsets — a place that naturally evokes awe, reflection and spaciousness.
All of these experiences are optional and can be joined according to your energy, curiosity and personal needs. Whether you choose adventure, rest or quiet integration, the retreat supports your individual rhythm and freedom.
Optional Adventures & Nature Explorations
Your Hosts from Algarve Alchemy Team
Wiebke
Pilates, Yoga, Food, Organization
Jane
Yoga & Guidance
Yin & Mobility & GuidanceManuela
Surf Daytrip and ClassesWhy ALgarve in April?
Nature is blooming, days are getting warm, waves rolling in, windy season picking up, no crowds yet. Yes there are a lot of reasons to come to the Algarve in April. These are just a few. Ready to join us for the Alchemy Spring Retreat?
In Short:
Step into a week of movement, ocean energy, deep nourishment and joyful connection in the heart of the Algarve. The Algarve Alchemy Retreat blends yoga, Pilates, breathwork, adventure and ritual — balancing inner transformation with fun, ease and the simple pleasure of being alive.
Hosted close to Lagos center and practiced at the Algarve Alchemy Studio, this retreat offers a beautiful balance between comfort, community and personal space. Expect inspiring days, restorative evenings, nourishing food and unforgettable nature experiences.
What’s Included
7 nights shared accommodation in a spacious house close to Lagos center
Daily fresh breakfast + 2–3 ayurvedic-inspired dinners
2 daily Yoga & Pilates sessions (Vinyasa, Yin, Barre & Matwork)
Breathwork practices & embodied movement
Cacao Ceremony & Ecstatic Dance
Sauna & Ice Bath sessions at the Alchemy Space
Day Surf Trip to the West Coast (all levels welcome)
Wingfoil Class at the lagoon
Sailing Trip around Lagos
Time for beach, rest, integration and community connection
WiFi and fully equipped kitchen
Small group, personal atmosphere
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7 nights shared accommodation in a spacious house close to Lagos center
Daily fresh breakfast + 2–3 ayurvedic-inspired diners
2 daily Yoga & Pilates sessions (Vinyasa, Yin, Barre & Matwork)
Breathwork practices & embodied movement
Cacao Ceremony & Ecstatic Dance
Sauna & Ice Bath sessions at the Alchemy Space
Day Surf Trip to the West Coast
Wingfoil Class at the lagoon Alvor
Sailing Trip around Lagos
Time for beach, rest, integration and community connection
WiFi and fully equipped kitchen
Small group, personal atmosphere
Not Included:
Transportation to Lagos (flights, train etc)
Alcoholic Drinks
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Day 1
Time to settle in and start adventuring.Day 2 Morning Yoga, Exploring Lagos - Beaches, Old Town
Evening Yoga & SaunaDay 3 Morning Yoga, Surftrip, Ayurvedic Dinner
Day 4 Morning Yoga/Pilates, Nature Hike along the coast, Evening Movement Session, Cacao + Dance
Day 5 Morning Yoga, Wingfoil Class, Evening Sauna & Icebath, Ayurvedic Dinner
Day 6 Morning Movement and Breathwork Session, Resting, Beach, Sunset Sailing Tour, Dinner out.
Day 7 Morning Movement, Repeat what was best. Evening Yoga & Sauna.
Day 8 Time so pack up and say good bye
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Flying in to Faro Airport. We support on Car - pooling and organization.
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Yogawear
comfortable clothes
warm sweater or Jacket for evenings
swimsuit
long and short wardrobe
shoes you can go for a hike