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Viva - Realising the Richness of Life

October 31 - November 2, 2026

L'Alfàs del Pi, Spain

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3 days

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170 person retreat

Highlights

  • Three spacious days of wellbeing, presence and connection by the sea in Albir, Spain.

  • Rooted in the Three Principles, with no previous knowledge or experience required.

  • Inspiring presentations from an international group of seasoned Three Principles practitioners.

  • Optional morning yoga and playful presence-in-action experiences woven through the retreat.

  • Long afternoon breaks for rest, reflection, journaling, beach walks or simply letting insights settle.

  • A warm, lively and deeply human atmosphere with laughter, celebration and genuine connection.

  • Hosted at the four-star Albir Playa Hotel, within walking distance of the beach and promenade.

  • A retreat designed to deepen trust in your innate calm, clarity, resilience and inner guidance.

Details

Come away to the beautiful coastal town of Albir in Spain for three spacious days of insight, connection and joyful exploration. VIVA is a wellbeing retreat rooted in the Three Principles of Mind, Consciousness and Thought. You do not need any previous knowledge of the Principles. The retreat is an invitation to step out of the noise of everyday life, slow down and reconnect with the calm, clarity and resilience already within you. Across the three days, you will experience inspiring keynotes and smaller breakout sessions led by a number of seasoned Three Principles practitioners. There is also optional morning yoga, playful presence-in-action experiences, meaningful conversation and generous time to rest and reflect. Long midday breaks create space to walk by the sea, sit in a café, journal, nap or simply allow what you have heard to settle. VIVA is warm, lively and deeply human. There is laughter, celebration, new friendship and a sense of shared discovery, alongside quieter moments of reflection. A diverse group of experienced international teachers brings warmth, wisdom and different perspectives to one simple exploration: what becomes possible when we recognise the wellbeing and inner guidance already within us? Held at the Albir Playa Hotel, within walking distance of the beach, promenade, cafés, restaurants and shops, VIVA combines the nourishment of a retreat with the aliveness of a joyful community gathering. The intention is that you leave feeling refreshed, more connected to yourself and others, and with a deeper trust in your own clarity, resilience and capacity for life. Most people attending come alone and either reconnect with friends and/or make lots of new friends.

Location

L'Alfàs del Pi, Spain

L'Alfàs del Pi is a vibrant coastal municipality located in the province of Alicante, within the Valencian Community on Spain’s Costa Blanca. Nestled between the foothills of the Serra Gelada mountain range and the Mediterranean Sea, it is renowned for its high quality of life, diverse international community, and rich cultural scene.

Venue

Albir Playa Hotel & Spa

4.2 2984 Reviews

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Albir Playa Hotel & Spa is located on the El Albir beach, Alicante, in a privileged location within the Costa Blanca, where we enjoy extraordinary weather throughout the year. Here you will find modern and comfortable rooms, designed for you to enjoy a restful break. We also have a restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine, a pool with a tropical garden, an innovative spa, and over 1000 m2 of lounges to host social and professional events. Make your stay in Alfaz del Pi a unique and unforgettable experience!

Pool

Pool

Spa

Spa

Hot Tub

Hot Tub

Laundry

Laundry

Restaurant

Restaurant

Shower

Shower

Parking (with fees)

Parking (with fees)

Gym

Gym

Accommodation

Retreat Access without Accommodation

Participants to organize their own lodging or commuting.

$872 USD total

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Meals

Not included - self catered

Schedule

VIVA unfolds over three spacious days, combining inspiring keynote sessions, smaller interactive breakouts, optional morning yoga, meaningful conversation and time to rest and reflect. Each day includes a generous afternoon break, giving you space to enjoy lunch, walk by the sea, sit in a café, journal, nap or simply let what you have heard settle. There is also plenty of light-heartedness woven through the retreat, with playful presence-in-action experiences, laughter, connection and the much-loved VIVA surprises. The rhythm of the three days is intentionally varied, balancing insight and reflection with fun, playfulness, community and celebration.

Testimonials

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Viva is an experience that seeps into your bones. A lived experience where laughter, tears and insight mingle in an exploration of what it means to be human. A celebration of being human.

Sharon Crabbe, United Kingdom

This event is a detox for the soul, a filling of the spirit and a deepened knowing of love.

Lee Ann Dangelo, United States

Being at Viva is like living in the utopian village you’ve always dreamed of. Thank you for allowing us to meet and share every aspect of life, in love.

Elin Røine Henriksen, Norway

My first time at Viva and I was blown away by the love and friendship in the room. A true inspiration of what’s available when hearts connect.

Kerry Knight, United Kingdom

It feels like coming home - to myself, to familiar faces, to new faces - and being welcomed and nourished on all levels. So much heart.

Gal Minter, United Kingdom

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Hosts

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Clare Downham

Leeds, UK

Clare helps capable, driven professionals and business owners whose minds rarely stop, move from overthinking and overwhelm to calm, clarity and ease. Her journey began with an epic burnout in 2015, ...

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English

Teaching for 5 years

Joined Insight Timer in May 2021

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Sheela Masand

03580 L'Alfàs del Pi, Alicante, Spain

What if your body isn’t the problem — but trying to guide you? Sheela Masand works with people living with chronic symptoms who feel exhausted from trying to fix themselves and are starting to wonder...

1 language

English

Teaching for 11 months

Joined Insight Timer in Aug 2025

What's Included

Full access to the three-day VIVA retreat programme

Inspiring presentations from our international group of Three Principles practitioners

A wide choice of smaller, interactive breakout sessions

Optional morning yoga

Playful presence-in-action experiences and community activities

The much-loved VIVA surprises

Spacious afternoon breaks for rest, reflection and enjoying beautiful Albir

Coffee, tea and light snacks during scheduled breaks

Not Included

Flights and travel to Spain

Airport transfers, taxis, buses or car hire

Accommodation

Meals

Travel insurance and personal insurance

Optional excursions and activities outside the VIVA programme

Personal purchases and any additional hotel charges

FAQs

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.