FREEDOM & FLOW
A JOURNEY TO TRANSFORMATION, BODY EXPRESSION, AND INTEGRITY
Lava Homes, Pico Island (Azores)
4th - 9th Nov 2024
TOGETHER WE CREATE A SACRED SPACE FOR HEALING PEOPLE AND THE PLANET.
Mother nature has created a land full of natural beauty, ready to be explored, in the blue immensity of the Atlantic ocean. The Azores! The Azores are a place where calm and peace can be found in every corner.
WHY WE CREATED THIS RETREAT FOR YOU
If your experience shapes and creates your form, then, to change form – to trans-form - you are called to create different experiences, adventures, plays to deeply reconnect back into your body tissue.
Connecting in new ways to tissue and layers automatically leads to a calmer central nervous system which then raises your capacity to connect again with your intuition.
Being more connected on a level of intuition causes that the electromagnetic field around your body changes and the body starts learning to live life from a place of heart.
Tremendous amount of transformation has happened in and after a retreat…
THIS IS FOR YOU, IF YOU…
want to expand your awareness and living more loving relationships with your partner, family, friends, and YOURSELF!
desire to boost your ability to create infinite possibilities of growth and fulfillment
aim to raise your understanding of how to reconnect to all your senses in an embodied way, on and off your Yoga & Movement practice
are stressed and want to calm your nervous system
want to look after yourself more
are looking for a different experience in life
love to move or want to finally restart your practice, and you want to sweat and slither, bend and stretch :)
Ultimately, if you wish to Find Freedom. If you'd like to Embrace the Flow. If you are looking to Experience Your Potential.
This very special gathering is a 100 % fulfillment and inspiration for your day to day life.
And it is not a coincidence that we created this special opportunity for you to practice within the energy of the fertility of the volcanic soil in Pico, Azores Islands.
Be surprised…
TRANSPORT YOURSELF TO THE AZORES
5 nights and 6 days of Deep Transformation & Expansion
Join us in the Azores, a group of islands in the Atlantic Ocean known for their stunning landscapes and serene environment, for a transformative retreat that promotes healing for both people and the planet.
Experience the natural beauty and tranquility of Pico Island, where calm and peace can be found around every corner.
The Embodied Movement Experience Is Coming
As already mentioned before, our retreat is designed to help you expand your awareness and reconnect with all of you, both through yoga and other movement practices. We’ll provide you with helpful tools to integrate these practices into your daily life, fostering personal growth and fulfillment.
Engage in this New-Experience Practice that will help you transform your life.
Practice surrounded by the fertile volcanic soil of Pico Island, and return home inspired and fulfilled.
WHAT’S IN STORE FOR YOU
Embodied Yoga: The Soul of our Journey
A deep liberation reaches into your body and soul with each of our Yoga & Movement practices.
You will discover a transformative approach to yoga and movement. With daily sessions you'll be guided through creative flows designed to enhance your body awareness.
Immerse yourself in a sensory experience with every movement.
Engage in alternative movement modalities, meditation, and mindfulness amid nature's calm. Enhance your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Feel the healing power of nature and embrace mindful living.
Coastal Treks, Guided Hikes and Vibrant Vistas
Join us on an adventure to the summit of Mount Pico. Bask in panoramic views that showcase the island’s stunning beauty. The Coastal Trails invite you to explore the unspoiled landscapes and stunning seascapes of the island’s western coast.
YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Welcome to Lava Homes, a little "village" developed in a lost paradise
Stunning Accommodation
Immerse yourself in an ideal resort with breathtaking views in every direction. Enjoy exquisite sunsets to the west over Santo Amaro Bay and on a clear day gaze upon the summit of Mount Pico. Surrounded by natural beauty, vibrant flora, and historic ruins, you'll find tranquility and inspiration in every moment.
All accommodations feature T2 lodgings, each with two double bedrooms, a bathroom, and a living room with a kitchenette. Sustainability and the preservation of water and land were prioritized throughout the building process, ensuring a harmonious blend with the environment.
Culinary Delights
Enjoy delicious, local meals prepared with fresh ingredients. Savor the flavors of the Azores Islands while nourishing your body.
Ready to find freedom and experience flow? Join us for this unique opportunity.
GUEST EXPERIENCES
of some of our previous retreats
I would highly recommend Gret’s yoga retreats. This year I actually went on both the January retreat and the May retreat.
It was my first time away from my family so I was feeling a little bit apprehensive plus I was feeling like I really needed some ‘ME time’.
Both the retreats were full of lovely ‘like minded’ people, in beautiful settings, there were plenty of ‘Laughing out Loud’ moments, as well as thoughtful, relaxing times. I came back home feeling totally relaxed, refreshed and ready to be ‘mum’ again!
-Alex
The retreat was a transformative experience. It offered a sensory and spiritual smorgasbord with Vinyasa Flow, Nidra, and many creative, soul-full surprises.
The yoga sessions were exceptional, nudging us farther from our comfort zones.
We enjoyed scrumptious plant-based food, prepared with care.
This retreat was a precious time to pause, reflect, and replenish our spirits, leaving us ready to embrace the new year
-Joey
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Monday to Saturday, 5 nights accommodation in shared or single room (all rooms in a T2 house)
Breakfast, Dinner
Daily Yoga Classes
Daily Meditation & Mindfulness Practices
Entry fees
Not included:
Air Fare to Pico Island
Lunch
Extra Excursions (Pico Mountain climb, Whale watching, Massage)
SHARED ROOM
Share your room with 1 roommate.
€998
BOOK YOUR SPOT
PRIVATE ROOM
For the ultimate retreating experience, go for a private room.
SOLD OUT
Payment: Pay in full upon sign up OR 3-month payment plan.
Deposit: Non-refundable deposit of €298 for either payment schedule.
Cancellation: You must cancel your retreat 30 days in advance to receive a refund minus the €298 non-refundable deposit.
YOUR HOSTS
SILVIA LEILANI
Silvia began her Yoga studies in 2002.
Her love for Yoga began as a connection to the physical aspect (she finished her studies as a physical education teacher in Germany in 1999) and matured into a spiritual journey and even a lifestyle.
Being involved in dance and different athletics all her life, she has always been a movement creator and very innovative in expressing throughout the body.
She studied with many different renomated Yoga teachers, has been completing her 500 h teacher education and has been studying Ashtanga Yoga in Mysore, India.
Silvia Leilani, Yogi Mum, dedicated surfer, Motivational Speaker, conscious and constant creator of life changing experiences dedicated her life at all times being on the search for new movement insights that can bring healing into our traumatised body structures.
Silvia's teachings are rooted in authenticity. She is humbled and honoured to teach what she has learned, therefore her classes focus on providing an experience that is physically, mentally, and emotionally transformative.
She delivers the most creative and uplifting classes and workshops with a depth of experience that is rare and uses her lighthearted and playful approach to encourage people to practice to the fullest and at the same time always encourages her students to become masters in trusting in their intuition whilst moving, finding the exact right dose of practice for this moment
GRET BATCHELAR
Ex-fashion executive, turned yoga entrepreneur and wellbeing advisor, Gret's yoga journey began in 1998 when she first stepped onto a mat. That was just the beginning and little did she know that "what we resist persists.” Soon enough, she was hooked, finding herself at a weekly yoga class in NYC and drawn to strong and dynamic styles like Ashtanga and Power Vinyasa, her practice flourished.
Years later after a successful corporate career, burnout struck in 2018 and in response Gret discovered sanctuary in Hot Power Yoga and Vedic meditation. These practices became her lifeline, guiding her through recovery, shaping a passion with renewed purpose.
With a robust 355-hour RYT certification in Power Vinyasa, Yin Yoga & Mindfulness, Kula, and Elemental Flow, Gret's classes are an awakening experience. She empowers you to unleash your fullest potential on the mat—physically, mentally, and spiritually—and motivates you to bring that newfound energy into every aspect of your life.
In 2021, Gret, her husband, and their two boys made the bold move to Portugal. By 2023, she founded Soulstice, a haven for yoga enthusiasts and now a thriving community offering ice baths, meditation and retreats across the year and across the country. She also founded and runs Conscious Working, a wellbeing advisory for businesses and leaders, helping clients unlock their potential and shape work cultures to transform performance.
Join Gret on the mat and step into the most vibrant version of yourself!