Meet a version of you that is free
This retreat is a chance to step back from daily life and reconnect with yourself. Through Sahaja practices, you’ll build awareness, find focus, and get back into your flow

Escape to Portugal for five unforgettable days of yoga, breathwork, sunshine, delicious food, and deep relaxation. You’ll stay in our beautiful villa on Portugal’s Silver Coast, surrounded by nature.
Welcome autumn with activities that will open your perspective on life, bringing balance and direction. Get ready to share this experience with wonderful people who are on the same path as you.
Your adventure with us



Sahaja is a Sanskrit word meaning ‘natural or spontaneous enlightenment.’ You can experience it through activities like yoga, dance, art, journaling, and meditation.
These Sahaja practices help you reach a calm, peaceful state called thoughtless awareness, or flow, where your mind quiets and you feel balanced and centered.
They also guide you to connect with your true self and inner strength, helping you discover your deepest wishes and what truly matters to you.
What is Sahaja
4 nights’ accommodation in our beautiful villa
daily vegetarian brunch & dinner
coffee, herbal tea, filtered water & fruit
daily 90 minute vinyasa yoga class
arm balance & partner-yoga workshop
mindfulness workshop
yin & restorative yoga class
ecstatic dance
cacao ceremony
tarot card readings
nature excursion
What’s included
Daily Schedule
08:00 - 09:30 vinyasa yoga
09:30 - 10:30 silent brunch
10:30 - 14:30 free time
14:30 - 18:30 holistic workshops or excursion
18:30 - 19:30 dinner
20:00 - 22:00 journaling / meditation / breathwork
all activities are optional.
you may choose to rest or spend time relaxing by the pool or exploring the surroundings.






Accommodation
Alto Paraíso is a retreat venue on Portugal’s stunning Silver Coast, surrounded by peaceful nature and breathtaking views. The property features a main house with five rooms, each with an ensuite bathroom, plus a charming cottage offering two bedrooms. The villa blends modern comforts with traditional Portuguese style
Facilities:
Sauna
Ice Bath
Jacuzzi
Swimming pool
Free Wifi
Fire Place
Meals
At the heart of our retreat lies a culinary experience designed to nourish both body and soul. Our professional on-site chef creates wholesome, vegetarian meals from fresh, local ingredients—crafted to delight your senses.
Each morning, we gather for a nourishing brunch, enjoyed in peaceful silence after morning practice. Dinner is served with care and love, featuring international cuisine. Set against breathtaking views and shared with wonderful company, every meal becomes a truly special experience.
Throughout the day, filtered water, herbal tea, coffee, and fresh fruit are always available whenever you need a refreshing pause.


Meet the teachers
Mona and Andres met in Cape Town in March 2025, and their friendship formed naturally as they quickly realised they shared the same energy, drive, and love for yoga.
‘Sahaja,’ or flow, is at the heart of the practice they teach. Both are passionate about bringing fun and playfulness into yoga. Together, they aim to blend their skills and enthusiasm to create a truly transformative experience for their guests. Through Sahaja practices, they help participants stay fully present, reconnect with their true selves, and feel empowered and free.


Mona
Mona is an Austrian yoga teacher and personal trainer who has been working in the health and wellness field for the past 10 years. She has always been drawn to movement and sports as a way of expressing herself and connecting with her endless energy and creativity. At the age of eighteen, her passion for the mind-body connection brought her to Bali, Indonesia, where she became a certified yoga teacher. Her journey continued when Mona traveled to Mexico to attend an advanced yoga teacher training and explore the world of Shamanism. She recently visited Rishikesh, India, to further deepen her knowledge and participated in several silent meditation retreats. Mona believes that yoga is about moving intuitively and freeing ourselves from limitations, enabling us to grow into the happiest, brightest, and most authentic versions of ourselves.
Andres
From an early age, Andres has been fascinated by movement in all its forms—a curiosity that eventually blossomed into a deep passion for yoga. Over the years, this passion has taken him around the world, teaching classes and assisting in teacher trainings in places like Bali, Amsterdam, Mexico City, and London. Andres doesn’t see himself as a traditional yoga teacher. He describes his approach to yoga as infused with light-heartedness, creativity, and always a dash of Mexican spice. His classes are playful yet grounded, designed to uplift and energize while creating space for self-awareness and joy. For Andres, yoga is more than just a practice on the mat; it’s a way to bring mindfulness into everything we do. He believes that cultivating awareness is key to truly enjoying life—and yoga is the tool that helps us get there.
Isabelle
Isabelle is a passionate chef from London who followed her culinary dreams to become a yacht chef, working across the Mediterranean. She embraces a philosophy rooted in fresh, seasonal produce sourced from local markets. Her expertise ensures an authentic and flavourful experience, always using top-quality local ingredients. For Isabelle, cooking is pure joy—a creative journey through diverse cuisines, crafting dishes that ignite the senses. Now settled on the island of Mallorca, she has developed a deep appreciation for plant-based cuisine and is excited to bring her vibrant, flavour-packed creations to Sahaja Retreat.
What previous guests have said
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This retreat will be hosted from 24-28th September 2025. Check in is from 3pm onwards on September 24th and check out is at 10am on September 28th.
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We will practice a mix of Hatha, Vinyasa, and Restorative yoga, with an emphasis on Sahaja movement and intuitive connection.
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You don’t need any prior yoga experience to join the retreat. Classes are appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced yogis.
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Please refer to our details in the Pricing section.
Rooms start at rate of €1095
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The retreat staff can assist in English, German and Spanish. All classes and activities will be held in English.
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We offer shuttle transportation to and from Lisbon Airport at a price of €40 each way. You are also welcome to make your own travel arrangements to the retreat. It’s a 50 minute drive from the airport to Alto Paraiso.
Check in is from 3pm onwards on September 24th and check out is at 10am on September 28th.
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There are direct flights from Vienna and Amsterdam to and from Lisbon Airport.
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Yes! Please email hellosahajaretreats@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram @sahajaretreats
Questions
Ready to book?
Reserve your space with prelaunch rates starting at €1095.