Women's Ecstatic Dance Retreat • 16-20 October

Women's Ecstatic Dance Retreat • 16-20 October

Join us for a transformational 5 days of community living in the breathtaking nature of central Portugal's countryside.

By Ecstatic Experiences

Date and time

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:00 - Sun, 20 Oct 2024 16:00 WEST

Location

SOC. AGRICULTURAL FARM SAN JOSÉ MONTES LDA.

SOC. AGRICULTURAL FARM SAN JOSÉ MONTES LDA. 2300-087 Tomar Portugal

Refund Policy

Contact the organiser to request a refund.
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

  • Event lasts 4 days

    Sign-up via our main platform for looking booking fees: https://tri.ps/Il5lD


    Expect epic Ecstatic Dance journeys, heart-opening workshops, delicious wholesome food, meaningful connections, tears, laughter and everything in between. Come as you are, all of you is welcome here ♥


    PROGRAM

    Click here to see a sample program of one of our retreats (please note this is an example for demonstration purposes only and actual program will be updated once our team is confirmed).

    RETREAT CENTRE


    Quinta São José dos Montes' main purpose is promoting a greater connection with oneself through activities integrating personal, social and spiritual dimensions, as well as contact with nature. They hosts events and retreats throughout the year (meditation, yoga, breathwork, conscious dance, natural horsemanship and shamanic practices, among others). They aim to create the least environmental impact in everything they do and move towards self-sufficiency in terms of energy, food and water (they have an artesian well, solar panels and grow their own organic vegetables). They promote care for the land and care for people with the mission of contributing to a better world.

    ACCOMMODATION: 4 NIGHTS

    If you choose the accommodation option, you have the choice between a dorm, a shared or private yurt, room or apartment. Bedding and towels are provided.

    If you choose the camping & van option, you need to bring your own tent/van and camping gear (sleeping bag, mattress, pillow, blanket).


    FOOD: 12 MEALS

    All meals are included (4 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 4 dinners). Organic, fresh and unprocessed food is lovingly prepared on site using locally-sourced produce whenever possible. Meals will be vegetarian with vegan options available. Quinta São José's chefs work with mindfully balanced menus, providing all the nutrients for a healthy body and an inspired mind. If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, please let us know when booking.

    ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE

    We ask you to arrive between 16:00-18:00 on Wednesday 16 Oct to allow time to check-in, explore the grounds and settle in before we start. The retreat will start with dinner at 18:30.

    The retreat will end after lunch at 15:00 on Sunday 20 Oct.


    WHAT TO BRING

    -Torch (head torches are really useful to walk around at night)
    -Reusable water bottle
    -Clothing & boots suitable for the outdoors (ground can become muddy when wet)
    -Comfortable shoes (8-10 min walk between activity dome & dining area)
    -Ear plugs (if sharing accommodation)
    -Toiletries (natural & biodegradable products please)

    REVIEWS

    Our past participants are raging about their experience with us.

    Check out their reviews here!


    PAYMENT

    Non-refundable deposit is required to book and secure your place.

    We recommend you sign-up via our main platform for lower booking fees: https://tri.ps/Il5lD

    Balance due 30 days before retreat starts. Please carefully read our Retreat T&Cs as by booking on our retreat, you become legally bound by these terms.


    ADDRESS

    Quinta São José dos Montes
    Estrada dos Montes Nº134 2300-087
    Olalhas – Tomar
    +351 917 935 392


    GETTING THERE

    Quinta São José dos Montes is located 150 km north of Lisbon (1.5-hour drive). It is also possible to get there by train + taxi. The cost is approximately €40 each way (€10 train Lisbon-Tomar + €30 taxi). We may offer a return transfer to Lisbon if we have enough demand.

    Frequently asked questions

    In what language will this retreat be held?

    Due to the international nature of our retreats, all activities and guidance will be held in English. Se precisares de tradução para português, podemos providenciar, já que a maioria da nossa equipa é portuguesa.

    Can I come on my own?

    Absolutely! Almost all our participants come on their own, and many not knowing anyone else. Our retreats are highly inclusive and welcoming, and the program is designed to facilitate connections between one another with ice-breakers, group exercices and a daily sharing circle in small groups.

    I've never been on retreat or done an Ecstatic Dance before. Can I still join?

    Yes! While we would suggest that you try at least a conscious dance session (of any modality) to get a feel first, we always have a handful of participants who have never done Ecstatic Dance before coming on retreat. And for many of them it's also their first retreat.

    Is it similar to a festival?

    No. Our retreats are a closed container: we start and finish together. There is one program and all the activities, including meals, are communal. We will also ask you to turn your phone off. Our retreats are an invitation to dive deeper into your practice and let go of the outside world.

    Are the facilities heated?

    Yes, dorms and apartments are equipped with portable electrical heaters and yurts have a wood burner to keep you warm at night. The dome can also be heated if need be.

    Can I come for only part of the retreat?

    No. Part of the reason our retreats are so powerful is due to the energy field we create together as a group. Having participants arrive later or leave early clashes with this group field. If you come on retreat with us, we ask that you commit to staying for the entire duration.

    Are children welcome?

    Our retreats are not suitable for children.

    Are dogs allowed?

    Unfortunately not.

    What is your cancellation policy?

    Deposits are non-refundable. In case of cancellation from your side less than 60 days from retreat start date, no refunds or transfers will be offered, without exception.

    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 €40 admin charge to transfer your booking to another person.

    Organised by

    Ecstatic Experiences

    Ecstatic Experiences is a transformational events company run by Ecstatic Dance organiser, facilitator and DJ Renée Lacroix. Our mission is to create safe and sacred spaces for people from all ages and backgrounds to come together to connect and work on themselves through movement classes, sharing circles, self-development workshops and freeform dance. Our retreats embrace inclusivity, freedom of expression, openness and positivity. Join us for a truly transformative experience!

    €106.04