NEW YEAR RETREAT
& COMMUNITY DANCE CELEBRATION
29/Dec'24 to 2/Jan'25
WHAT IS WANTING TO EMERGE
THROUGH US?
what is life asking of us?
what do our wise body-minds reveal when we trust them?
what steps are we ready to take that will bring us closer to our purpose and path in 2025?
sometimes all we have to do is stop and listen
feel into our heart, honestly
dare to dance the visions that life is dreaming through us
let ourselves be found by our place in the order of things
our intimate connection to the web of life
our part in the evolutionary spiral we are all engaged in
through dance, council and ritual
we will co-create fields of emergence
and let life's intelligence show us the way
weaving
our past, present and future
our many parts
our individual and collective stories
we will reconnect, reset and realign
together
The Team
Will you join us?
You may attend solely to the Retreat until 1/Jan
or stay for the Community Celebration, which will be open to our families and friends!
NEW YEAR RETREAT
29/Dec (6 pm) - 1/Jan (5 pm)
NEW YEAR COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
1/Jan (5 pm) - 2/Jan (5 pm)
The closing ceremony of the retreat will happen on 1/Jan from 3 to 5 pm. After that, we will open the space for our loved ones to join us in the energetic field we have created in the retreat, and they will also help us in our transition as we integrate it (see more detail in the program below).
Program
RETREAT
DAY 1 (29/Dec) - Reconnect
DAY 2 (30/Dec) - Reset
DAY 3 (31/Dec) - Realign
>>> New Year's Eve <<<
DAY 4 (1/Jan) - New Year Dive & Closing Cerimony
COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
DAY 4 (1/Jan) - New Year Dinner & Jam
DAY 5 (2/Jan) - Open Space
* Schedule for the Retreat *
On Day 1 we have a welcome dinner and opening dance session. In the rest of the days, we start at 8 am with an optional morning practice before breakfast. After that, there is one activity in the morning and one in the afternoon, with enough time for rest and integration around lunch and dinner. The evenings will be co-created in jams with live music and dance! The New Year's Eve will be spent around the fire with music and silence... and the the New Year Day (Day 4) will be met with a collective dive in the Ocean!! The closing ceremony of the retreat takes place in the afternoon of Day 4.
* Community Celebration (open to friends and family) *
After our closing ceremony, we will open the space to invite our friends and family to join us for the New Year Dinner & Jam! They will be able to stay for the night and join us the following day, where we will co-create a schedule of dances and activities for the day, offered by the participants. You can invite your friends and family by sending them this link !
Prices
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The prices include accommodation and 3 vegan detox meals per day, diverse activities and community experience.
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Early bird (EB) until the 30/Nov and NP (normal price) until the 25/Dec
NEW YEAR RETREAT
(if you leave on 1/Jan = 3 nights)
- € 300 EB / €340 NP in tent/ van
- € 360 EB / €400 NP in shared room (3 pax)
NEW YEAR RETREAT & COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
(if you leave on 2/Jan = 4 nights)
- € 400 EB / €440 NP in tent/ van
- € 460 EB / €500 NP in shared room (3 pax)
OPPORTUNITIES
We have volunteer and musician spots at half price... talk to us!
Venue
The retreat will happen at Biovilla, an amazing retreat center in the heart of the Arrábida Natural Park. Outside we will be surrounded by wild nature, silence and the breeze of the sea nearby. Inside we will be warm and comfortable and benefit from the beautiful energy of the different spaces.
Options to get there:
1. by car (45min from Lisbon) - google maps
2. ride sharing - organized among the participants
3. public transports - train until Palmela + uber to Biovilla (approx. 8€)
4. Uber (approx. 35€ from Lisbon airport)
Registrations
To book your place, please complete this form.
For any queries, write us to releaseembodiedarts@gmail.com
FAQ
1. In what language will this retreat be held? Due to the international nature of the group, all activities and guidance will be held in English. Portuguese translation will be available if needed.
2. Can I come on my own? Absolutely. It is likely that most of our participants come on their own and that many won't know anyone else. The retreat is designed and will be held in a way that fosters deep connections between the participants. We make sure everyone feels included and welcomed at all times.
3. I've never been on retreat or danced in a jam before. Can I still join? Yes! There is no "wrong" or previous experience required in the spaces we will co-create together. Come as you are. If it is your first time, we will be delighted to witness and share the wonders of your discovery.
4. What is the phone policy? We will ask you to turn your phone off and let go of the outside world for the duration of the retreat. This retreat has the intention of supporting a detox on many levels, allowing us to reset and focus. Being technology-free is essential for that.
5. What does it mean that we will do a detox diet? There will be no refined sugar, dairy or gluten in the meals we offer. Don't worry, the food will be delicious and highly nutritious!
6. Are the facilities heated? Yes, the rooms are equipped with portable electrical heaters. The dome where we will dance has 3 ACs that allow us to be on t-shirt inside.
7. Can I come for only part of the retreat? We ask that everyone commits to be there from the start until the closing ceremony on the 1/Jan. After that, during the New Year Community Celebration, you may leave whenever you wish .
8. Can I stay in Biovilla before or after the event? Normally yes, if there are available rooms. Talk to them directly for bookings before the 29/Dec or after the 2/Jan: tiago@biovilla.org
9. Are children welcome? The retreat is not suitable for children... they are however very welcome in the New Year Community Celebration, starting on the evening of the 1st of January!
10. Are dogs allowed? Yes, as long as they behave well ;)
11. What is the cancellation policy? In the unlikely case that we have to cancel the retreat, a full refund will be offered. In case of cancellation from your side up to the 14/Dec, you are reimbursed minus a deposit of 100€. After that date no refunds will be offered, without exception.
12. If I can no longer make it, can I transfer my booking to someone? If you find someone to take your booking, there will be a €20 admin charge to transfer your booking to another person. This is possible until the 25/Dec.
13. May I pay in installments? We offer the option of paying in 3 installments (the 1st upon registration, the 2nd on Day 1 of the retreat and the 3rd up to the 1/Feb) for Release members only. This option implies an administration fee of €20. Send us an email if you want to request this option.