PORTUGAL RETREAT
September 18th-23rd 2025
A somatic yoga retreat, journeying through our inner oceans towards a state of grounded being.
'EMBODIED ROOTS'
"It is my belief that we carry in our cells, in our tissues, in the very throb of our existence an underlying flow that urges, inspires, flares our nostrils and beats our heart. This encompassing atmosphere of love has its own destiny — perhaps using humans as its messengers, this love has arrived on Earth."
Emilie Conrad
Spend 5 Nights / 6 Days exploring different somatic & embodied practices.
From movement to rest.
Marie & Sadie invite you to step away from what you think you know. To drop in.
To let the body speak, and to respond.
Prices from £1149pp
EMBODIED ROOTS IS FOR
~ Anyone starting to subtilise their practice, looking to go deeper, beyond the asana.
~Anyone feeling their practice no longer serves them or has purpose, looking to reclaim their practice, to redefine their practice and its power, its potency.
~ Those looking to connect with themselves more intimately through the portal of their practice.
~ Those curious about the world of somatics, lovers of free movement and embodied expression.
~ Anyone who believes in the power of processing life and experiences through the vessel of the body.
From the wisdom of the body, we can create safety, we can know ourselves more intimately, we can hold ourselves more compassionately.
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From forging a deeper connection with ourselves, we can come to realise the inextricable connection with the Universe, Mother Earth, and each other.
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From the dissolution of our separateness, we come into union with our oneness. We dance with it, as we dance the dance of life together.
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Expect Dancing, Shaking, Flowing, Softening
& Resting in BEING.
LOCATION:
Nestled in the serene Portuguese countryside on former farmland, surrounded by rolling hills, and lush landscapes.
The beautiful modern property has been built into the existing landscape, without interference, nestled in amongst the trees.
This enchanting, remote sanctuary offers a tranquil escape. The perfect space to disconnect and land your feet on the earth.
TRAVEL:
Our Sanctuary is based South of Grândola, 90 minutes from Lisbon Airport.
Transfers are not included, but we shall connect everyone prior to travel so where possible we can organise transfers together.
You can also get train from Lisbon to Grandola.
THE PRACTICES
All practices are inspired by Marie & Sadie’s studies with the school of Authentic Flow. ​
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"Authentic Flow is a somatic approach to movement through which we listen, taste, see, feel, inquire and learn to embody our bodies as a living, feeling and exploring creative process of becoming."​
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Through somatic enquiry the intention is to cultivate a deeper connection to the body, learning to listen & respond to the internal language of the body through movement & somatic explorations of yoga asana and free movement.
THE HOSTS ~ SADIE & MARIE
Both from the UK, both full time yoga teachers with drama school degrees... Marie & Sadie met in Bali on a transformational teacher training with the school of ‘Authentic Flow’. ​After years of teaching under their belts already, training with Authentic Flow for Marie & Sadie felt like the shake up they had both been yearning for in their personal practices and careers.
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This way of practice felt like a coming home and was the reminder and permission that they both needed to stay true to their authentic selves, and an inspiration to share directly from their love of creative expression, through the vehicle of the body.
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A reminder that in breaking out of the familiarity of the comfort zone, we can open up to a world of possibility and potential within ourselves.
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They cannot wait to bring this retreat to life.
ACCOMODATION
Whether your coming solo or with someone, there’s something for everyone.
Split across 3 villas, there are 15 rooms, each room with either a double or 2 single beds.
All rooms are En-Suite.
The 3 villas are scattered amongst the Montado (oak tree field).
Each villa has expansive living space with the living room opening out to a terrace. Plenty of space to sit and be.
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
SOLO ROOM ~ DOUBLE BED
£1749 PP // PRE-SALE £1699 PP
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DOUBLE OCCUPANCY:
SHARED ROOM ~ DOUBLE BED OR TWIN BEDS
£1199 PP // PRE-SALE £1149 PP
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Secure your space with a deposit
Secure your space today with a £300 non-refundable deposit. Complete the booking form below.
Please read the T's & C's outlining payment accountability.
For any inquiries ahead of booking, or to set up a payment plan following deposit payment, please email me at info@mariewilliamsyoga.com
EXAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE
• Pre- Practice Coffee & light breakfast
• Somatic Movement Practice
(Authentic Flow or Shake The Dust)
• Brunch
• Beach Trip // Pool Time // You Time
• Afternoon Snack
• Sharing Circle
• Slow, Somatic Explorations
(Meditation, Partner Work, Embodied Yin)
• Feasting
• Fire Pit & Stargazing
INCLUDED:
• 5 nights at our Casolas. A tranquil, secluded sanctuary in Alentejo, Portugal
• 3 wholesome, nourishing meals a day using fresh, seasonal, local Portuguese produce
• 2 somatic & embodied practices a day
• Additional somatic workshops
• Organised trip to the beach
• Unlimited use of the spectacular 16m pool
• Time to relax & do as little or as much as you feel called to do
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NOT INCLUDED:
• Flights
• Transfers (we will help you organise once we know everyone's flights)
• Extra meals/food & drink out
• Taxis for extra trips exploring outside of what we have scheduled