April 2026
Music
Improv Choir – Improvised Choral Experience
A weekly improvised choir session where voices become a playground for expression and creativity — no sheet music, words, or prior experience needed. Taking place every Wednesday, this gathering aims to build a vibrant community around collective vocal creativity. All voices are welcome.
Community
Women's Circle by the Fire
A spontaneous women's gathering around the fire featuring cacao, music, movement, and a soft counseling structure to support authentic sharing and self-connection. A safe and gentle space open to all women, with a suggested contribution of €12–20.
Music
Singing Circles at Comadres Wooden House
A series of three upcoming Singing Circles starting Wednesday 1st April at the Comadres wooden house. The library will be open and snacks available on donation. Minimum contribution of 10€, with flexibility for those with financial constraints.
Retreat
April Algarve Retreat with Ananta
A six-day retreat in the Algarve led by Ananta, focusing on presence, integration, and awakening body, mind, and daily life. The retreat includes optional morning yoga, breathwork, music, and movement in a group setting.
Dance
Contact Improvisation Class and Jam with Louise Chardon
A contact improvisation class (17:30–19:00, 10–25€) followed by an open CI jam (19:00–21:00, 5–10€) led by Louise Chardon. The session explores spheric embodiment, the relationship between center and periphery, and fluid movement through space. Registration required at +491775639782.
Music
Weekly Singing Circles
A recurring weekly singing circle hosted by Sarah, every Wednesday starting April 1st. Held at the Comadres Community near Aljezur.
Dance
Contact Improvisation - Weekly Wednesday Dance
Weekly Wednesday contact improvisation dance session with a class at 18:30 (15-30€) followed by a Contact Dance Practice (CDP) at 20:00 (10-20€). Pre-registration required by messaging Viktória.
Spirituality
Saraswati Kirtan – Mantras & Heart Songs
Weekly Wednesday kirtan featuring mantras and heart songs. Held every Wednesday from 17:45 to 20:15 at Transform to Bliss Yoga Studio. Donations welcome and no one turned away for financial reasons.
Yoga & Meditation
Thursday Yin Yoga Class
A Yin Yoga class focused on resting, grounding, and slowing down the body. Led by Lottie in a natural valley setting.
Music
Singing Circle at Monte Maravilhas
A donation-based singing circle gathering voices through bhajans and kirtan. Participants are welcome to share their own songs and instruments. Hosted by Shankari and Sebastian.
Yoga & Meditation
Transformational Shakti Yoga – New Thursday Morning Class
A new Thursday morning Transformational Shakti Yoga class focusing on mindful and explorative asana, pranayama, presence and easeful connection. The class emphasises being, feeling and flowing rather than pushing. Book online via the studio website.
Yoga & Meditation
Mukta Yoga Sādhanā Class
A new class with Mukta Yoga offering a strong and integrated traditional practice of dynamic āsana, mantra, prāṇāyāma and kriyā, led by Mukta returning from India. Book online via the studio website.
Yoga & Meditation
Soulful Yoga Fusion
A movement practice combining yoga stretches, breath, and dance-influenced movements to awaken, balance, and nourish body, mind, and soul. This heart-opening journey cultivates self-love, inner connection, and body wellness. Suitable for beginners; session lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
Workshop
Força da Floresta: Kids Workshop
A kids workshop led by Sirianni Huni Kuin, a young indigenous leader from the Brazilian Amazon. Children will explore the magic of the forest through storytelling, traditional paintings, and sacred songs. Contribution: 20–50€.
Spirituality
Força da Floresta: Woman Circle
A sacred women's circle led by Sirianni Huni Kuin, drawing on traditional Huni Kuin wisdom to strengthen feminine energy and self-determination. A space for empowerment and reflection. Contribution: 50–80€.
Spirituality
Heart Activation Portal – Full Moon
An online Heart Activation Portal held by channeler and soul therapist Arsalan, timed to coincide with a full moon. The session is designed to support participants in reconnecting with their higher self and soul through heart-centred guidance. Contribution starts from 9 EUR.
Yoga & Meditation
Aerial Yoga – Coming Home to Support
A weekly aerial yoga class using hammocks for strength, self-myofascial release, gentle spinal decompression, and relaxation. The hammock acts as a supportive partner to help participants soften and explore movement. €15 per class or €11 for regulars; DM to reserve.
Music
Vocal Medicine Circle
A sacred circle gathering to sing, pray and connect through voice and vibration. Featuring heart songs, rainbow songs, and medicine songs blending into spontaneous improvisation, led by Anni and Seraphim. Contribution of €10–€20.
Music
Singing around the Fire with Diana and Musical Friends
A communal singing and music event around the fire, open to the whole family including children. Participants are encouraged to bring instruments, shakers, and drums for easy sing-along songs, followed by a music jam. Soup and teas available; entry by conscious donation.
Spirituality
Medicine Ceremony Weekend
A private, sacred medicine ceremony held over Friday and Saturday with a maximum of 4 participants. Includes a one-on-one online session beforehand, an integration session after, and dinner and breakfast. Two spots still available.
Dance
Contemporary Dance & Somatics Class
A 2-hour contemporary dance and somatics class exploring biomechanics, anatomy, and the physics of motion through floor work, standing sequences, and group improvisation. The session cultivates efficiency, awareness, and flow in a trauma-informed space that welcomes emotional expression. All levels welcome.
Spirituality
Full Moon Ceremony – Sacred Feminine in Libra
A sacred feminine full moon ceremony centred around the heart in Libra, exploring balance in relation to ourselves and others. Hosted by Joanne, the ceremony costs 30–35€. Reserve a spot via the event page.
Spirituality
Sweat Lodge Ceremony
A sacred sweat lodge ceremony near Odeceixe, beginning with a fire at 4pm and entering the lodge at 6pm for a 1–2 hour ceremony. The event includes prayer, gratitude, and a final circle with food sharing around the fire; suggested financial exchange is €15–30.
Spirituality
Intimate Ceremonial Journey
An intimate ceremonial gathering held over two days (April 3–4) in a small group of maximum 4 participants. Focused on inner connection and personal exploration in a supported environment. Two spots remaining.
Music
SoundDreamTime – A Magical Sound Journey
A transformative sound journey of approximately 2.5 hours led by WolfGong, featuring gong and healing music. With over 14 years of experience performing in 15 countries, the guide invites participants to surrender to the healing power of music. Tickets range from €22–€36; bring a blanket and comfortable mat.
Workshop
Tantric Connection – Wheel of Consent Exploration
An exploration of the Wheel of Consent model, examining the dynamics of Serving, Accepting, Taking, and Allowing in interaction. Participants are invited to feel their boundaries, needs, and comfort around touch. This is a clothes-on event with a sliding scale contribution of 1–30€.
Dance
Consensual CI Dance Jam – Free Flow Fusion Party
A Contact Improv and partner dancing jam open to all experience levels, with a gentle warm-up exploring different qualities of connection. Solo dancing is also welcome, and all participants share responsibility for the safety of the group. Part of the Tribal Gathering series; contribution 1–30€.
Community
Tribal Gathering
A Tribal Gathering event taking place over the weekend of April 4th and 5th. Further details available via the linked Telegram group.
Retreat
Self-Connection One Day Retreat at The Sanctuary
A donation-based one-day retreat limited to 10 participants, set in nature by a river and forest. Activities include Hatha Flow yoga, guided meditation, conscious dynamics, nature immersion, and a nourishing Ayurvedic lunch. Two retreats are planned before summer — one in April and one in May.
Dance
"How Do We Carry Each Other?" – 1 Day Workshop with Viktória Makra & Johanna Szőke
A full-day workshop exploring how we carry each other through partnering work, contact improvisation, and Authentic Movement Practice. The day includes two classes (11am–2pm and 4pm–7pm) and an open CI jam (8:15pm–10:15pm). Hosted by two Hungarian dancers, the event invites participants to share space, give and receive weight, and support one another as a group.
Dance
Ecstatic Dance Aljezur – Last Event of the Season
The final Ecstatic Dance event of the season in Aljezur, facilitated by DJ Pablo Gascon. Featuring a warm-up from 18:15–19:00 followed by ecstatic dance until 21:00, with a variety of electronic music styles. Contributions: early bird €13, on the door €20.
Dance
5 Elements Dance Wave
A semi-guided dancing journey inspired by the five elements of the Tao (Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal) exploring natural cycles of life, body and emotion through five different rhythms. The session aims to release stuck emotional patterns and facilitate natural healing through movement. No registration needed; sliding scale €1–60.
Music
ABANDA Concert at Estrelas e Dragões
ABANDA returns to the stage on Easter Sunday for a live concert blending funk, jazz, reggae, and traditional African music. The evening includes opening acts (The TRVLR and Cait Nico), food by Salt&Sun Catering, homemade drinks by Nina, and a music jam around the fire at 8 PM.
Spirituality
Drumming, Singing & Dancing Ritual at Yemada Farm
A special ritual gathering of drumming, singing, and dancing in connection with nature at Yemada Farm. Participants are invited to celebrate, share, and tune into rhythm, group energy, and the forces of nature. Contribution is €20 and white clothes are requested.
Workshop
Creativity Drawing & Meditation Workshop
A donation-based 2-hour workshop combining meditation and a guided drawing process to help participants externalise and shift heavy emotions. No artistic experience needed — just openness to explore.
Dance
Shamanic Dancing Constellation
A therapeutic movement journey blending Dance Therapy, Family Constellation, Authentic Movement, and Psychomagic Theater. Participants work in groups of three to explore emotional conflicts through the body and unconscious. No registration needed; part of the Tribal Gathering series.
Dance
Ecstatic Dance & Cacao Silent Beach Experience
A special edition Ecstatic Dance event on Ingrina Beach featuring a silent disco with headphones and a heart-opening cacao ceremony. The experience is barefoot, substance-free, and donation-based (€20–€30), with limited spots available.
Dance
Ecstatikos Dance – Ecstatic Dance, Contact Impro & Connection
A dance event blending Ecstatic Dance, Contact Improvisation, and connection in a safe and guided container hosted by Mateo. The event includes connection games, boundary awareness, and live music during the closing ritual. Part of the Tribal Gathering; €16–46, no registration needed.
Community
Man Circle
A men's circle creating a safe, open space for vulnerability, emotional awareness, and authentic connection. No fixing or advice — just a space to be heard and accepted. Facilitated by Paweł, a spaceholder working with Rebirthing Breathwork and emotional work. Donation-based.
Yoga & Meditation
The Female Way – A 6-Week Journey into Embodied Feminine Power
A 6-week Monday evening series led by Agnieszka exploring embodied feminine power through Kundalini Yoga, Tantra, breathwork, and inquiry. Each session explores themes such as sexuality, self-love, and releasing toxic patterns. Sessions can be joined individually (€30) or as a full journey (€160).
Spirituality
Reiki Level I – Aljezur
A two-day Reiki Level I course open to complete beginners, covering attunements, hand positions for self-treatment and offering Reiki to others, history and principles of Reiki, and deepening intuition and inner calm. The course runs over 6–7 April and is experiential, nourishing and empowering. Limited spaces available.
Yoga & Meditation
Tantric Hatha Yoga – Dawn Collective Shala
A weekly Monday class of complete Tantric Hatha Yoga incorporating asana, pranayama, mantra and meditation. Participants are guided through a conscious exploration of body, breath and mind using traditional practice principles. Message the instructor to reserve a spot.
Dance
Contemporary Dance & Floorwork Classes – La Casa del Corpo
Weekly Tuesday classes in contemporary dance and floorwork exploring coordination, flow, and technique through playful sequences and dynamic transitions. A beginner class runs 17:00–18:00 and an open level class runs 18:15–19:45. Drop-in is €15 or 5 classes for €50; advance registration recommended.
Dance
Weekly Belly Dance Classes
Regular weekly belly dance classes every Wednesday, open to all levels. Classes focus on body connection, feminine expression, and community in a supportive environment. Drop-in is €15 or €50 for the month; inscription is mandatory.
Music
Saraswati Kirtan — Mantras & Heart Songs
A recurring weekly kirtan gathering every Wednesday featuring mantras and heart songs. Open to all, with donations welcome and financial hardship accommodated.
Dance
Tantric Dance Initiation
A sacred dance event exploring Tantric principles, led by Sanshine (Tantra Retreats) and Mateo (Creative Dance, Somatic Sexology), held within the sacred geometry of The Dome. The experience includes a blindfolded journey, polarity in motion between masculine and feminine energies, and connection beyond words in a safe, trust-based space. Sliding scale contribution €1–€60 (suggested €45); reservation required.
Nature
Bird Language Basics Course
A 4-week course held on Fridays (starting April 10th) exploring 'Bird Language' — a natural communication system used by all creatures. Participants will open their senses to connect with the natural world, developing awareness of the relationships between birds, nature, and themselves. Led by Rei Segali of WildWays.
Community
8th Anniversary Coração de Cacau
A full day celebration of Coração de Cacau's 8th anniversary, immersed in nature with dance, music, connection, and rest. The evening features a Fire Music Ceremony with Lume (Marcio), and a dedicated children's space hosted by Pat Herdeiro. This is a love gathering open to all.
Dance
Questioning Love – Morning Movement Lab
A somatic and movement-based research lab exploring personal beliefs, stories and agreements about love and relationships. Participants use body and dance to discover what types of relationships truly fit who they are. Open to singles, couples, queer people, and everyone curious about conscious relating.
Dance
Questioning Love – Afternoon Movement Lab
An afternoon somatic and movement-based research lab continuing the exploration of love, relationships and embodied desires. Part of a full-day Love Lab experience; attending both sessions is strongly recommended for the deepest process.
Spirituality
Tantric Connection
An evening tantric connection session held as part of the full-day Questioning Love event. Sliding scale entry from €1–30; no registration needed.
Dance
Consensual Dancing Jam
A free-form consensual dancing jam closing the full-day Questioning Love event. Sliding scale entry from €1–30; no registration needed.
Workshop
Macrame Jewelry Workshop at Inedita Handmade
A macrame jewelry workshop taking place at Inedita Handmade in the Marina of Albufeira. Sign-ups are currently open for this upcoming hands-on craft session.
Workshop
Breath & Sound Journey with Cacao
A co-creative workshop combining conscious connected breathwork and sound, accompanied by a cup of cacao to open the heart. Led by Sanna (transformative bodyworker and breathworker) and Anja (sound artist), the session aims to clear old patterns, release tension, and bring relaxation. Contribution: sliding scale 22–44€ plus 4€ for cacao.
Spirituality
LEAP & Light Language Session with Petra
A Lifeforce Energy Awakening Process (LEAP) and Light Language session where participants lie on yoga mats while the practitioner activates the lifeforce energy through movement above the body, accompanied by music. Participants may experience inner images, sensations, emotions, or spontaneous body movement in a safe, supportive setting.
Spirituality
Systemic and Family Constellation Group
A small-group gathering in a round house surrounded by nature to explore deep healing through systemic and family constellation work. Limited spots available with breaks between constellations and shared snacks. Sliding scale: 70–150€ for participants, 25€ for representatives.
Dance
5Rhythms Fundamentals Workshop
A 5-hour deep dive into the 5Rhythms Waves map, exploring Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, and Stillness through simple guided movement. Open to both newcomers and experienced dancers. Early bird tickets €55 until 31 March 2026.
Spirituality
Men's Circle & Sweatlodge
A men's circle and traditional Sweatlodge ceremony led by Pedro Collares and Alex, focused on depth, clarity, and connection to Spirit. Participants will engage in embodiment practices, sweating, praying, and group sharing. The first circle of Spring, with surprises planned.
Retreat
Deixar Fluir – Women's Gathering in Monchique
A women's gathering held over the weekend of April 17–19 in Monchique, celebrating sisterhood, spring, fertility, and abundance through painting, singing, dancing, sharing, prayer, sauna, and sweat lodge. Participants can join for the full weekend or a single day.
Retreat
Springtime Wellness Day Retreat
A full-day wellness retreat featuring gentle yoga flow, Ayurvedic insights, vegan brunch, cacao ceremony, somatic movement, meditation, and sound healing. Hosted by Michelle, Laura, and Lulu, with limited spaces for an intimate experience. Energy exchange: €111.
Workshop
Speak Your Truth – NVC Communication Training (North Alentejo)
A two-day experiential training using Nonviolent Communication (NVC) principles to help participants express themselves with courage, clarity and care. Day one focuses on transforming limiting communication habits, day two on speaking your truth authentically. Facilitated by certified CNVC trainer Donal Gannon.
Workshop
Spring Training Tour – Full-Day Interactive Trainings (April 18 & 19)
Full-day interactive trainings designed to support individual and relational wellbeing, collaboration, and meaningful connection. Part of a Spring training tour across South Portugal spanning 4 weekends. You can join for a single day or the full weekend.
Yoga & Meditation
Breathwork Group Session with Mela Mariposa
A trauma-informed breathwork group session using connected nose breathing, somatic practices, and guided movement to release tension and reconnect with the body. Limited to 15 participants; €35 per session.
Retreat
Wild Lovers Immersion
A multi-day immersive retreat focused on erotic healing, intimacy, and sensuality as a celebration of life, led by Mahé and Carlo. The event is for those on a path of deeper intimacy with themselves and others, exploring eros as a healing force and shadow work in a group setting. Helper spots and community discounts are available.
Workshop
Rounding the Edges – Movement Workshop
A somatic movement workshop exploring the space between structure and freedom, direction and chaos, through body-led listening and sensation. Led by Maike, drawing on Feldenkrais, yoga, bodywork, and somatic practices under her Synergetic Movement approach. Contribution €30; advance registration required.
Dance
Coração Ecstatic Dance
An evening ecstatic dance journey under a 300+ year-old carob tree in the hills of Odiáxere, led by Christie Knight with DJ Manny Maia. The event includes an introduction, ecstatic dance, a closing ritual, and an optional shared vegan meal under the stars. Entry is €25 including herbal teas, with an optional meal for an extra €10.
Spirituality
Hampi Wasi Sweatlodge with Herbal Clay
A special Hampi Wasi sweatlodge ceremony with herbal clay, welcoming sisters. Registration and info available via email.
May 2026
Dance
Fluid Dynamics – Taster Class & Jam
A 2-hour taster class (5–7pm) followed by a contact improvisation jam (8:15–10:15pm) with Hugh Stanier, exploring somatic practices and dynamic physicality in solo and contact movement. The session covers releasing tension, moving with fluidity, and technical elements to support dynamic lifting. Contribution is €25; advance registration required.
Workshop
POWER UP! – Create the Life You Want with Powerful Requests
An interactive one-day training applying Nonviolent Communication (NVC) principles to help participants get clear on what they want and make courageous, compassionate requests. Facilitated by Donal Gannon, Certified Trainer with the CNVC. Can be attended alone or combined with the follow-up 'The Gift of No!' workshop on May 3rd.
Workshop
Spring Training Tour – Full-Day Interactive Trainings (May 2 & 3)
Full-day interactive trainings designed to support individual and relational wellbeing, collaboration, and meaningful connection. Part of a Spring training tour across South Portugal spanning 4 weekends. You can join for a single day or the full weekend.
Workshop
THE GIFT OF NO! – Express & Receive Limits & Rejections While Staying Connected
A full-day interactive training on expressing and receiving limits and rejections with compassion, using Nonviolent Communication (NVC) practices. Facilitated by Donal Gannon, Certified CNVC Trainer. Part of a series of independent yet mutually supportive trainings touring South Portugal.
Dance
Fluid Dynamics – Full Day Workshop & Jam
A full-day workshop with Hugh Stanier combining somatic practices and dynamic physicality in solo and contact movement, running from 11am to 7pm followed by a jam until 10:15pm. The day explores the complementary nature of softness and intensity, with tools for releasing tension and moving with fluidity. Contribution is €65; advance registration required.
Retreat
The Untamed Woman Initiation – 5-Day Embodiment Immersion
A 5-day embodiment immersion for women focused on liberation, erotic aliveness, truth and pleasure. The retreat moves away from fixing and processing towards permission, capacity and raw expression. Running 9–13 May 2026 in Aljezur.
Workshop
Speak Your Truth – NVC Communication Training (Algarve)
A two-day experiential training using Nonviolent Communication (NVC) principles to help participants express themselves with courage, clarity and care. Day one focuses on transforming limiting communication habits, day two on speaking your truth authentically. Facilitated by certified CNVC trainer Donal Gannon.
Workshop
A Language of Life – NVC Training @ TERRA MOMO, Barão de São João
A two-day Nonviolent Communication (NVC) training facilitated by CNVC Certified Trainer Donal Gannon, focusing on transforming limiting communication habits. May 9 covers 'A Language of Life' and May 10 covers 'Speak Your Truth'. Cost is 35€ deposit per day plus donation.
Workshop
Spring Training Tour – Full-Day Interactive Trainings (May 9 & 10)
Full-day interactive trainings designed to support individual and relational wellbeing, collaboration, and meaningful connection. Part of a Spring training tour across South Portugal spanning 4 weekends. You can join for a single day or the full weekend.
Retreat
SHE RADIATES - 5 Days Women's Empowerment Retreat
A 5-day women's empowerment retreat focused on feminine awakening and transformation. Activities include womb yoga, dance, feminine alchemy, cacao ceremony, sweat lodge, and sharing circles. Hosted by Raquel Figueiroa and Davina Charlène.
Retreat
Trauma Release Training – 6-Day Immersion
A 6-day trauma-informed, nervous-system-aware immersion for therapists, facilitators, and those seeking deep healing. Sessions include trauma-release breathwork, somatic practices, body de-armoring, tantric kriya yoga, and heart-space integration. Early bird pricing extended to April 7th.
Retreat
Sacred Ceremony with the Mother
An intimate 3-day ceremonial retreat (Friday–Sunday) with two plant medicine ceremonies and one integration day, held in the Shipibo traditional way with live music. Limited to 5 participants; screening required before confirmation. Includes sharing circles, shamanic circle, and integration work.
Dance
MovəMente – Movement Intensive
A two-day movement intensive featuring Soft Acrobatics, Partnering, Movement Improvisation, Contemporary Dance, and Creative Flow, led by four movement artists. Open to all levels in a warm and playful environment. Takes place over May 16–17.
Workshop
Spring Training Tour – Full-Day Interactive Trainings (May 16 & 17)
Full-day interactive trainings designed to support individual and relational wellbeing, collaboration, and meaningful connection. Part of a Spring training tour across South Portugal spanning 4 weekends. You can join for a single day or the full weekend.
Festival
Magic Psy Forest – Shangri-La Market: Creative Joy 6th Anniversary
A conscious, substance-free eco gathering featuring live psytrance and progressive music acts, DJs, art, vegan food, therapies, kids activities, and yoga/meditation. Entry is donation-based (€10–€20) and by guest list only; location revealed 24 hours before the event.
Dance
Nature Journey: Contact Improvisation
A 7-day immersive retreat combining Contact Improvisation dance with nature experience and community life, running 18–24 May 2026. Participants dance in stunning natural locations including beaches, ancient trees, and lakes, with classes and jams led by CI dancers. All levels welcome; partial participation possible.
Dance
CI Workshop – Returning to the Body
A Contact Improvisation workshop led by Katja Schleibinger, running from 31 May to 5 June 2026 in the hills of Vale Bacias, Alentejo. The workshop blends CI, solo movement work, nature experience, meditation, and reflection within a communal group setting.
June 2026
Spirituality
The Seed Medicine Cacao Gathering
A two-day cacao medicine gathering held on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June 2026. Tiered ticket pricing available with early bird discounts until April 15th, and optional accommodation add-ons for the full weekend.
September 2026
Retreat
MYONI Self-Love & Empowerment Tantra Retreat for Women
A 5-day Tantra retreat for women led by Pola Vida, exploring self-love, deep healing, and empowerment through Tantric practices, meditations, breathwork, and conscious touch. Special focus is placed on honouring the Yoni as a portal for healing and spirituality. Early bird pricing available until 1 April 2026.
Retreat
Rewire Intimacy – 5-Day Couples Retreat
A 5-day immersive retreat for couples who want to deepen their intimacy and connection, limited to 6 couples. The experience creates a space of truth rooted in presence, passion and devotion, guiding couples back to their own nature and each other.