Live, create and play at your own pace



Spring Retreat

7 Days of Wellness, Play & Adventure


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A playful retreat for kind creators

3 - 10 APRIL 2022, ARRÁBIDA NATURAL PARK

Join a group of 10 inspiring creators for an all-inclusive 7-night SlowCo retreat in stunning natural surroundings. Slow down to create more and welcome spring; relaxed, refreshed and re-energised.

Each day we'll be offering healthy, fun activities to bring you wellness, inspiration and joy. Outside of planned activities, you can also expect moments of child-like curiosity, spontaneous dancing and wonder. It’s the in-between bits and unexpected conversations where the magic really happens. 

There will be time to focus on your own needs and support from a group of people as awesome as you. Workshops are led by both hosts and participants.

This spring retreat takes place in Arrábida Natural Park, only 45 mins south of Lisbon.

 
 

Slow Down

Sometimes the best way to move forward is to take a step back.

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Connect

With nature, with others, and with yourself.

 
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Create

“The chief enemy of creativity is good sense.” Pablo Picasso

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Program

We want you to follow your own rhythm and go at your own pace so everything is optional. The daily flow will vary depending on the weather and your energy levels. 

 Here’s a small taste of activities to whet your appetite:

Sunday 

Arrival and welcome dinner

Monday

Breathwork & cold water swim

Walk to the Slow Co Farm

Needs workshop (NVC)

Tuesday

Yoga

Beach day

Optional activity: Stand Up Paddle boarding

Wednesday

Morning meditation

Summit hike

Peer-to-peer mentoring

Thursday

Yoga

Free time

Optional activity: Kayaking

Friday

Yoga/meditation/breathwork

Ecstatic disco

Optional activity: Coasteering

Saturday

Art workshop

Creative sessions

Last supper

Sunday

Check-out

Goodbyes

 
 
 

“ We don't need another room full of individuals sitting on their laptops, just like any other office. We need that den in the woods and people to play with.”

 
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What’s included?

7 nights accommodation in a beautiful private villa

Nature right on your doorstep

Full body Swedish massage

Guided walks

Coasteering

Kayaking

Stand-up paddle boarding (SUP)

Yoga, breathwork and meditation

Tasty breakfast, lunch and dinner - veggie, vegan and meat options

Drinks with dinner

Tea, coffee & fruit

Transport to group activities during the week

Workshops

Great vibes

 
 

“ If you never did, you should. These things are fun and fun is good”

Dr. Seuss

 
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Accommodation & Prices

You’ll be staying in a beautiful south-facing villa with incredible views from all 5 bedrooms. Wake up to sunrise over the mountain and enjoy sunset sessions on the terrace.

 
 

Update: In light of the recent tragic developments in Ukraine, we will be donating 50% of any profits to a local Ukrainian charity working on the ground. We’re currently looking into which organisation will have the most impact.

Shared Twin: €750 pp

Private Double: €950 pp

Shared Double (couple): €1350 (€675 pp)

 

Subsidised

SlowCo aims to create an inclusive space, accessible to people in different economic and social situations. Subsidised bookings are one of the ways we promote that inclusiveness. These limited, lower-priced places are meant for participants who can’t afford the regular prices. We welcome your application for a booking at a 33% reduced rate if you are in a difficult financial situation, whether due to personal circumstances or the economic context of the country you live in (such as Portugal). Please contact us at slowcowork@gmail.com to apply.

 
 
 

 
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