Discover the Perfect Yoga Retreat October 2025 in Portugal
October Yoga RetreatVinyasa Flow, Meditation (Micro cosmic Orbiting), Qigon g (Muscle Tendon Changing) 6 healing Sounds, Inner Smile, Shamanic Drum Journey's, Yin Yoga, Organ Health, Gong HealingWith Sue & Peter
With Peter and Sue
Are you
seeking a rejuvenating escape to deepen your practice and reconnect with
nature? Then this yoga retreat October 2025 in central Portugal is an
ideal opportunity. Nestled in a forested valley in Amieira, the retreat offers
a rich blend of Ashtanga Vinyasa, Yin Yoga, Qi Gong, meditation, and ceremonial
experiences.
Dates & Location: October 5-11 & 19–25, 2025
The week‑long
retreats run 5-11 & 19th to
25th October 2025, guided by experienced teachers Peter and set in a
peaceful, natural setting in Portugal, it’s an immersive and thoughtfully
crafted experience.
What to Expect at the Retreat
5-11 Vinyasa Flow, yin yoga & 17-25 Ashtanga
Vinyasa & Yin Yoga Practice
The
retreat offers morning Ashtanga Vinyasa sessions—focusing on the Primary
Series (Yoga Chikitsa), synchronizing breath with movement, and building
strength, flexibility, and alignment under Peter’s guidance.. In the evenings, participants engage in Yin
Yoga with Sue, exploring stillness, breath regulation, Bandhas (energy
locks), and embodied inner exploration.
Qi Gong, Shamanic Drumming & Meditation
Beyond
yoga, the itinerary includes medical Qi Gong, sound healing, shamanic
drumming, and mindfulness meditation practices such as Microcosmic Orbit and
inner‑smile meditation. These holistic elements support organ health, energy
regulation, and spiritual attunement
Accommodation & Food
- 6 nights of accommodation, with options including single or twin rooms, en‑suite rooms, veranda rooms, or eco‑caravans.
- Mealtimes feature three nutrient‑dense vegetarian meals daily—made with organic, local ingredients, plus snacks and herbal teas throughout the day,
What’s Included
- 11 yoga/meditation classes over 6 days, including morning and evening sessions
- Full board: vegetarian meals and snacks
- Transfers from local hub Oleiros to the retreat venue
- A river picnic and nature walking day, subject to weather
- Options for additional sound baths, workshops (e.g. soap or incense making), and massage treatments.
Why Choose This Yoga Retreat in October?
Skilled and Holistic Teaching Team
Peter and
Sue bring decades of experience in Ashtanga, Yin Yoga, Qigong, meditation,
shamanic work, and therapeutic anatomy. Their teaching emphasizes breath,
fascia release, and mindful embodiment aligned with traditional and
contemporary methods.
Natural Setting in Central Portugal
The
retreat sits on 7+ hectares of forest and valley terrain, complete with slate
rock pools, olive groves, hammocks, and forest trails. It’s the perfect
landscape to unwind, reflect, and reconnect with yourself and the earth.
Balance of Practice, Rest & Ritual
Each day
is structured with yoga, pranayama, rhythmic movement, meditation, self‑study
time, and group ceremonies. Whether you’re seeking physical strength or
emotional release, this retreat offers both structure and spaciousness.
Optional workshops invite playful, creative engagement without overwhelming the
experience.
Booking & Logistics
- Cost per person starts from £550 for shared accommodation, single room £600 up to £750 for en‑suite or veranda rooms; eco‑caravans are available for £500
- Includes all classes, vegetarian meals, accommodation, some workshops, and one river picnic outing.
- Optional add-ons: massages, herbal workshops, chocolate‑making, soap‑making, incense making.
What's included in your stay with us
- Transfers from Oleiros to the retreat center
- 6 nights accommodation
- 2 daily yoga classes with meditation - 11 classes during your stay
- 3 delicious vegetarian meals per day with a sweet to follow. sweets range from raw chocolate to healthy homemade raw cakes
- Extra help with your practice if you feel you need clarification with any aspect the many practices we teach.
- A day out at the river Zezere with a picnic lunch
- We also have a raw chocolate making workshop which is donation only
Whats optional
- massage
- Organic soap and moisturiser making workshop with Freya
- incense stick making,
- taking a walk to learn about medicinal herbs with Freya
Yoga Evolution Retreats, Amieira, Oleiros, Castelo Branco, 6160 052, Portugal - 0044 7398 949 054
with Sue & Peter
https://www.yogaevolutionretreats.com/october.html