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The Secrets of My Electric Body
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Retreat Agenda- Wednesday afternoon to Sunday morning
Arrival on Wednesday afternoon:
17:00-18:00 – Introduction circle and a few words on Qigong
18:00-19:00 – Preparing together a shared dinner
First day:
06:20-09:20 – Walking to the beach, Qi Gong practice and grounding on the beach while watching sunrise over the Atlantic ocean (including transportation) including fruit snack
09:45-10:45 – Shared breakfast preparation from kitchen ingredients
11:00-12:30 – Introductory lecture – Grounding, nutrition, science, and Qigong
12:30-13:00 – Break
13:00-14:00 – Shared preparation of lunch from kitchen ingredients
14:00-17:45 – Break
17:45-18:45 – Qi Gong workshop – The Tiger
With the guest teacher: Prof. Rui Escudeiro Escolade medicina From Tradicional Chinesa- Lisbon
18:45-19:45 – Shared dinner preparation from kitchen ingredients
20:00-21:00 – Group sharing, how I feel and what has come up so far
Second day:
06:20-09:00 – Walking to the beach, Qi Gong practice and grounding on the beach while watchig sunrise over the Atlantic ocean.
With the guest teacher: Prof. Rui Escudeiro Escolade medicina From Tradicional Chinesa- Lisbon
09:00-09:20 – A healing sounds session on the beach
09:45-10:45 – Preparing shared Breakfast
11:00-12:00 – Lecture on grounding and Maimonides’ nutritional principles and science — A different perspective on omega-3, and inflammation and how it is reduced by earthing and gut probiotics
12:00-13:00 – Break
13:00-14:00 – Preparing shared lunch
14:00-17:45 – Break
17:45-18:45 – Qi Gong workshop – The Monkey
With the guest teacher: Prof. Rui Escudeiro Escolade medicina From Tradicional Chinesa- Lisbon
18:45-19:45 – preparing shared dinner
20:00-21:00 – Healing sounds workshop – Crystal bowls or Tibetan bowls, didgeridoo, gong
Third day:
06:20-09:00 – Walking to the beach, Qi Gong practice and grounding on the beach while watching sunrise over the Atlantic ocean (including transportation) including fruit snack
09:00-09:20 – A healing sounds session on the beach
09:45-10:45 – Preparing shared Breakfast
11:00-12:00 -Lecture and workshop – How to bring the best of nature home? Integrating nature in home design – Biophilic interior design
12:00-13:00 -Break
13:00-14:00 -Preparing shared lunch
12:00-13:00 -Break
17:45-18:45 – Qi Gong workshop – The Bear
18:45-19:45 – Preparing shared dinner
19:30-21:30 – sharing circle and summary
Morning of the Fourth day:
06:20-09:00 – Grounding on the beach while watching sunrise over the Atlantic ocean (including transportation) including fruit snack
09:00-10:00 – Preparing shared Breakfast and farewell
Prof. Rui Escudeiro is a Qigong teacher at the Escolade medicina Tradicional Chinesa- Lisbon.
We were honored to have him as our guest teacher at “The Secrets of My Electric Body” retreat
General Information:
3 net days and 4 nights for an intimate retreat of up to 18 people.
Guests arrive the day before, on Wednesday afternoon, and have morning gathering on departure day.Includes: Practice and lectures on grounding and nutrition, workshop on bringing nature home, evening of healing sounds.
Notes: Sunrise times: around 07:22, Sunset times: around 19:25
Day before the retreat begins: Arrival around 16:00, sunset viewing, introduction circle
What does the retreat include?
3 full days of learning and experiential experience
4 nights in pleasant wooden Bungalows immersed in nature, accomodating 2 people in a bungalow
Shared bathrooms and showers
- Swimming pool for guests
Fresh healthy ingredients for making shared meals
- Kitchen for the guests use for making shared meals
Free hot drinks, fruits, and water throughout the day
- Walks to and from the beach, 20 minutes for each direction
Qigong and grounding practice twice a day, in the morning, Qigong practice on the beach around sunrise.
With the guest teacher: Prof. Rui Escudeiro Escolade medicina From Tradicional Chinesa- Lisbon
instructions and guidance will be in Englishlectures on nutrition, grounding, Qi Gong, and bringing nature into the living environment (biophilic interior design) – all lectures will be given in English
Healing sounds workshop
If needed and if available – for those coming alone, possibility to stay in a Bungalow for two with another participant
What doesn't the retreat include?
Flights
Transfers to and from the airport (for those interested – by prior arrangement and at an additional cost)
Transportation and travel during the retreat
Medical and luggage insurance (it’s also advisable to get trip cancellation insurance)
Expenses of a personal nature
Tips
Meals (But ingredients for preparing meals are included)
Anything not specified in “What the retreat includes”
Q&A
How do I register?
You can register here:
https://web.vibez.io/events/Michaela
And if you want more information, please leave your details and we will get back to you to complete your registration. You can also contact us via WhatsApp chat.
For whom is this retreat designed?
- Adults aged 18 and over seeking a transformative experience in any area of their lives. Those longing to rediscover the sense of well-being, tranquility, and balance often lost in the hustle and bustle of daily life.
- Individuals desiring to enhance their personal well-being, reduce stress, and improve their quality of life through nourishing nutrition, gentle and balancing movement, and reconnecting with nature, body, and mind.
- Anyone wishing to embark on a unique week-long retreat at a beautiful camping site immersed in nature, filled with educational and enjoyable activities, special performances, and leave with valuable knowledge to enhance their quality of life immediately upon returning home.
In which language will the retreat be conducted?
This is an international retreat and it will be conducted in English
What does the retreat include?
Find out above at the “what does the retreat include” paragraph
What is not included in the retreat?
- Flights to and from Portugal.
- Airport transfers (available at an additional cost upon request).
- Lunch and dinner.
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in the “What’s included” section.
Can I find more details about the location on the venue's website?
You can enter to the “Monte Mariposa” site and see all the information about the complex by clicking here
Can I see a picture of the interior of the two seperate-bed bungalow, which is offered at no additional cost?
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_84WJB4M_yZHDbFYkrqNPKa_0EGZDcMU/view?usp=sharing
What accommodations do you offer for single participants?
You can join another guest on the two bed bungalow,
which is the standard bungalow without any additional cost.
You can see a photo of the Bungalow here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lHV7XBNJ8Va5Oh7AfIKO_HWB9p4_ntLv/view?usp=sharing
It is also possible to take a private bungalow if there are any available.
You can take a private bungalow suitable for a single person or a couple with a double bed. It includes a kitchenette and private bathroom for an additional 50 euros per person per day. Currently, there is one private bungalow left available.