3-Day Retreat: Movement, Embodiment & Collective Art

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R. Serpa Pinto 55, 2600-263 Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
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Up to 9 in group
Date
August 1 - 4, 2025

Retreat Highlights

  • Daily embodied movement and creative sessions
  • Writing and visual collaborative rituals
  • Full day immersion on the Atlantic coast with surfing and seaside picnic
  • Mindful breaks for connection and stillness
  • Group visual art piece created and co-edited on-site
  • Accommodation at SoulColiving cultural hub
  • Delicious, nutritious vegetarian meals with dietary accommodations

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

This is not your typical wellness weekend. This is a creative lab.

Over 3 days, we’ll guide you through a full-bodied creative process — starting with movement and somatics to reconnect with your instincts, then flowing into writing and visual storytelling.

We begin with the individual — your truth, your rhythm, your voice —and gradually weave it into the collective.

Together, we’ll co-create a collaborative art piece that captures what we became. It will be photographed and edited on-site, so you walk away with a visual memory of your transformation — raw, real, and uniquely yours.

Facilitated by movement artist Stephanie Lowe and visual storyteller Valentina Álvarez, this retreat blends bodywork, creativity, and community — from the studio to the sea.

This retreat is for you if:

- You feel creatively blocked or stuck in your head
- You want to reconnect with your body as a source of expression
- You crave real, creative community — not just performance
- You long to feel seen — by yourself and by others
- You want to create something that feels meaningful and alive
- You’re curious about what happens when art starts in the body

✨ No experience needed — just your body, your voice, and your curiosity.

Retreat Highlights:

- Embodied Creation
We begin each day in the body — not performing, not working out, but tuning in. Movement becomes a language: improvised, intuitive, raw. We move alone, in pairs, as a collective — dissolving boundaries between self and group, body and emotion, breath and beat.

- Writing the Body
From motion to meaning. After movement, we write — fragments, poems, reflections, raw notes. The writing emerges directly from the body’s memory, not the mind’s agenda. A practice of capturing sensation and translating it into truth.

- Collective Visual Ritual
The heart of the retreat. Together we’ll create a collaborative visual piece — Photographed, guided, and co-edited on site. A living record of our shared pulse. A visual ritual that you can revisit, keep, and carry with you.

- Atlantic Coast Immersion
One full day by the ocean. Rocky cliffs, crashing waves, salt air. You can try surfing, write by the sea, explore the coast, or simply let your body rest in the sun. All transport and seaside picnic included.

- Space for Connection + Stillness
Between practices, there’s space to rest, reflect, and connect — with yourself, with others, with the land. We’ll guide you into secret reading corners, and sun-drenched spots for doing absolutely nothing.

Setting:

Our retreat will take place at Soul Coliving — a cultural hub and creative sanctuary for artists, nomads, and curious souls. Nestled in a charming village just outside the city, Soul offers a unique blend of calm and creative spark. It’s a space where time feels timeless, where connection and personal exploration unfold naturally.

As part of our journey, we’ll spend one full day on the Atlantic coast — a seaside immersion of cliffs, waves, salt air, and rest. You’ll have space to surf, write by the water, or simply let the rhythm of the ocean move through you. This day by the sea becomes part of the larger ritual — a moment to breathe with the land.

Schedule

Morning embodied movement practice
Breakfast
Creative workshop: writing, movement, or visual art
Free time / rest / connection
Lunch
Afternoon collaborative ritual and creative sessions
Break time for nature walks, journaling, or socializing
Dinner
Evening reflection, group sharing or free time
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon SoulColiving, R. Serpa Pinto 55, 2600-263 Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Directions

SoulColiving is located in Vila Franca de Xira, a charming village just 30 minutes northeast of Lisbon. The nearest international airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS). From the airport, take a taxi or train to Vila Franca de Xira station. We offer airport transfers upon request.

Accommodation

Guests will stay in comfortable, thoughtfully decorated rooms featuring natural light, rustic wooden floors, and cozy furnishings. Options include private single or double rooms as well as shared rooms for groups. All accommodations provide a peaceful and welcoming environment to recharge between sessions.

Accommodation
Cloud Cave - Private Room - Single bed - One single bed. This room is a cosy and artistic sanctuary, featuring a playful mix of yellow and green hues. The walls are decorated with whimsical, hand-painted patterns that evoke a sense of flow and creativity, adding a unique character to the space.
Accommodation
Red Trees - Private Room - Double bed - The green accent wall is adorned with a mural of abstract tree patterns. Red Trees is warmly lit, with a vintage-style chandelier and a classic table lamp, creating a soft, inviting glow. Wooden furniture, including a charming desk and chair, adds a rustic feel.
Accommodation
Tejo Dancers - Shared Room - Double and Single - Single bed and one double bed. The walls are painted in warm terracotta, complemented by bright yellow trim that adds a cheerful contrast. Soft, warm lighting emanates from various sources, adding to the room's ambiance. With rustic wooden furniture and thoughtfully curated decor.
Accommodation
Guayabita - Shared Room - Double and Single - Double bed, access to the terasse, a lot of light. This room exudes a warm, inviting atmosphere with natural sunlight streaming through large windows, creating a cozy, tranquil space. The room is spacious, with a rustic wooden floor and charming details that invite guests to unwind and enjoy a peaceful retreat.

Venue & Amenities

Venue & Amenities
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Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
SoulColiving is a vibrant cultural hub and co-living space located in a charming village near Lisbon. Designed for creatives and mindful travelers, it offers spacious, sunlit rooms, cozy communal areas, and inspiring outdoor spots. The atmosphere balances tranquility and community energy, making it an ideal setting for rest, creation, and connection.

Meals

Menu

Menu Types

Nourishing, creative vegetarian meals prepared daily with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Dietary needs and allergies are carefully accommodated to support your wellbeing.

What's Included

  • 3 nights accommodation at SoulColiving
  • 3 vegetarian meals per day, with options for allergies and dietary restrictions
  • Daily guided movement and creative workshops
  • Full day excursion to the Atlantic coast with transport and picnic
  • Access to communal spaces and amenities at SoulColiving
  • Collaborative visual ritual and art creation

What's Not Included

  • Flights to and from Lisbon
  • Optional personal activities or treatments
  • Transportation outside retreat program

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