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Yoga, Breathwork & Horses - Retreat for Women

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Yoga, Breathwork & Horses - Retreat for Women

June 27 - July 1, 2026

Faro, Portugal

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Hosted By

Tika Spijkerman

42 followers

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4 nights, 5 days

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12 person retreat

Highlights

  • Horse Energy Healing

  • Breathwork

  • Ocean View Accommodation

  • Sound Healing

  • Yin Yoga

Details

In the peaceful beauty of the Algarve, we’ve created a retreat that offers room to slow down, soften, and gently reconnect with yourself. A place where you can step out of the constant movement of the mind and return to the deeper wisdom of your heart. Through breath, movement, stillness, and connection, you will learn how to let go, be more present, and enjoy the simple, beautiful moments of your life. Our boutique retreat villa is nestled near the charming fishing village of Burgau, a peaceful corner of the Algarve where dramatic cliffs meet the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a space designed for calm, beauty, and deep restoration. The rhythm of the waves, the gentle movement of the wind through the trees, and the vastness of the horizon invite the mind into a more spacious and present state. As the days unfold, the body gradually releases accumulated tension, sleep becomes deeper and more restorative, and many people experience a renewed sense of clarity, calm, and connection through time spent in nature. You can choose to book your own private room with an ensuite bathroom, or to share it with another woman. BONUS: Enjoy a special healing experience with our beautiful horses. Equine therapy (healing with horses) is a deeply transformative practice, known to support emotional balance, ease stress by lowering cortisol and blood pressure, and awaken greater confidence and self-trust. You may leave with: - Greater clarity about what truly matters to you and how to make steps forward to attract a better future - A deeper sense of inner calm and grounding - Renewed trust in your own inner guidance - A sense of Joy, remembering the beauty of being - Healthier eating and movement habits - Spend less time worrying, feel more positive and loving - A sense of community and belonging As part of the retreat, you receive personal support before and after our time together. This way, the retreat becomes a journey that supports you not only for a few days, but for months beyond.

Location

Faro, Portugal

Quinta da Fortaleza is a scenic coastal area in the western Algarve, known for its dramatic cliffs, sweeping ocean views, and tranquil atmosphere. Located near the charming village of Budens, it offers a blend of rugged natural beauty and quiet residential charm, with access to nearby beaches like Praia da Salema. The area is ideal for relaxation, coastal walks, and enjoying the slower pace of life, all while being surrounded by the raw, unspoiled landscapes of southern Portugal.

Venue

One Life Lodge

4.7 27 Reviews

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Blessed with more than 300 days of sunshine each year and just a short flight from home, the Algarve is the ideal destination for a rejuvenating getaway. Perched above the coastline, One Life Lodge is a boutique, luxury lodge offering breathtaking ocean views, stylish design, and exceptionally comfortable rooms. Whether you’re dreaming of a peaceful holiday by the pool or an active break filled with surfing, yoga, hiking, and mountain biking, our lodge provides the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. With its serene atmosphere and upscale amenities, it’s also an outstanding location for hosting retreats, workshops, coaching weeks, or family gatherings. For women seeking connection, confidence, and fun, we host our signature women-only surf and yoga weeks in May, June, September, and October.

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Hairdryer

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Accommodation

Private Room Ensuite

4 Rooms Left

Private room for 1

$1,485 USD total

Shared Room Ensuite

2-person shared room

$1,215 USD / person

Retreat Access without Accommodation

2 Spots Left

For those who prefer to handle their own lodging arrangements

$621 USD total

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Set on a quiet hillside between charming Portugese villages, our retreat space offers the ideal location for relaxation and restoration. Guests enjoy panoramic ocean views, sunshine throughout the day, and the beach just a short stroll down the hill. It contains multiple indoor and outdoor lounge areas, hidden corners, and private terraces that allow our participants to gather for workshops or find quiet space to unwind. The pool area, infrared sauna, terraces with ocean views and comfortable rooms truly make the perfect space to come home and release.

Meals

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Meals provided

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

Diets catered

Vegan · Vegetarian · Nut Allergy Friendly · Diabetic Friendly · Gluten-free · Dairy-free

Our retreat meals are vegetarian-friendly, nourishing, and thoughtfully prepared to support your wellbeing. Breakfast is light yet energizing, featuring fresh fruits and protein-rich options. Lunch offers a vibrant variety of grains, fruits, and seasonal vegetables for a balanced midday meal. Dinner is wholesome & vegetarian, designed to be healthy, nutritious, and easy to digest. Think of local, Portugese ingredients such as figs, oranges, avocado, a variety of seasonal greens, sweet potatoes, nuts, local cheeses, fresh herbs and a lot more! Snacks, coffee & tea are served throughout the day to keep your energy moving. This retreat is non-alcoholic.

Schedule

Example Day Head to Heart Retreat 07:30 · Silent tea & gentle morning arrival 08:00 · Yang Yoga practice & guided meditation with Tika 09:30 · Nourishing breakfast on the terrace overlooking the ocean 10:30–13:30 · Free time to rest and explore (walk along the cliffs, relax by the pool, sauna, hammock time, journaling, or simply enjoying the quiet rhythm of nature) 13:30 · Shared lunch in the shaded terrace space with ocean views 14:30: Conscious Connected Breathwork journey with Annie 16:00: Free time - integration or journalling 17:30 · Sound healing Journey, Energy Healing with Horses or Manifestation workshop 19:00 · Seasonal vegetarian dinner under the open sky with local ingredients 20:30 · Yin Yoga or Yoga Nidra with Tika

Testimonials

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We moved together, breathed together, shared. It was truly special. Everything about it was so perfect. Thank you SO much for planning such a soul nurturing day & for the Pinterest worthy, seasonal and delicious lunch.

Hannah Michalak, Portugal

Thank you so much for inviting me to this wonderful event. I feel blessed to have met you all. The whole day was truly magical, and I’m still thinking about it. I couldn’t have imagined a better day. The people, the food, and the place were simply out of this world. I felt truly seen and heard. It’s not always easy for me to share my thoughts, but with you it felt like talking to family. Thank you so much again. I’m really looking forward to your next event.

Dorota Dek, Portugal

I loved the session with Annie! She holds such a beautiful and safe space, where she emphasizes the importance of acceptance and meeting everything with compassion. She doesn’t judge, give advice, or try to “fix” things — she simply creates an atmosphere where our feelings and stories are allowed to exist and be seen. From there, we can reconnect with our own wholeness and wisdom. During the session, I received such beautiful, body-rooted insights — and I immediately noticed a change in my reality and in how the people around me treated me. Absolutely incredible!

Maaike van Renterghem, Belgium

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Host

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Tika Spijkerman

8600 Lagos, Portugal

Tika is a yoga teacher, retreat leader, and Women's community spaceholder. She brings a deep understanding of movement as a doorway to stillness within. As a solo traveler, Tika dove deep into the p...

Certified Yoga Instructor

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2 languages

English and Nederlands

Teaching for 1 month

Joined Insight Timer in Mar 2026

What's Included

Yoga mats & props

Accommodation (if selected)

Meals & snacks

Sound Healing session

All yoga & breathwork sessions offered during the retreat

Online breathwork session before arrival

Integration Yoga session after departure

Online community access

Not Included

Flights & Transportation to Retreat Venue (available upon request)

Surfboard / Bike rental

Personal travel insurance

FAQs

Guest requirements

  • For women only

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 60 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 60 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 60 days before the retreat begins.