Yogua with Michele Surya
Spring Equinox Retreat: Yogua with Michele Surya
march 18 – march 22, 2026
This retreat is led by the experienced Portuguese teacher Michele Surya, who has dedicated herself to yoga, meditation, and holistic human care for over 26 years. From this long journey, Michele developed her own method: Yogua. More than a physical practice, Yogua reveals the profound connection between human nature and the elements of the natural world, combining yoga, meditation, feng shui, and breathing techniques. Yogua is based on the principle of ‘undoing’: releasing conditioned patterns, dissolving tension, and opening space for a new form of presence. This approach invites you to slow down, truly listen to yourself, and rediscover harmony between body, mind and spirit. This retreat is aligned with the spring equinox, the moment when day and night are equal, symbolizing balance and renewal.
ABOUT michele Surya
After returning from Australia in 1996, Michele dedicated her life to yoga and the path of inner growth. Her practice integrates Vijnana yoga, meditation, pranayama, asanas, relaxation, and breathing techniques.
Michele is also an experienced bodywork therapist, trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic Massage. She also works as a Feng Shui consultant and pregnancy doula.
Today, she teaches and welcomes groups at Quinta do Pinheiro, where many return for her welcoming presence, wisdom, and therapeutic touch.
“Through the intention of truly listening to the body, we educate the mind and, little by little, expand the heart and our perception of the world.” — Michele Surya
The Retreat
Located amidst the serenity of the Ria Formosa, Quinta do Pinheiro offers the perfect setting for experiencing yoga in communion with nature. Days begin with a nutritious vegetarian breakfast and end with dinners prepared by a Portuguese chef, who emphasizes the authentic flavors of the region. To preserve the atmosphere of presence and clarity, alcohol is not served—except for the final celebratory toast. During breaks, there is time to relax by the pool, explore the gardens, or hike the nature reserve’s trails.
Participating in this retreat is an invitation to:
-Cultivate mindfulness and bring more clarity to your daily life.
Rediscover your body through gentle and regenerative practices.
Reconnect with nature and align with its rhythm.
Nourish yourself deeply through food, rest, and silence.
Release physical and emotional tension,
Create a healthy routine you can take home,
With a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 10 participants
Program
soon to follow
Prices
Book before December 18, 2025 to take advantage of the early bird discount:
2.450 euro
After December 18:
2.675 euro
Book before February 4, 2026
Included in price
Two yoga classes per day (suitable for all levels)
Daily nature walks
Breakfast, lunch and dinner (by a Portuguese chef)
Four nights of accommodation
Cancellation policy
Cancellations made before February 4, 2026 will receive a 100% refund of the total amount paid. Cancellations made after this date will not receive any refund.
The retreat requires a minimum of six participants.
We will confirm before February 4, 2026
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