The Annual Retreat 2026
D’Alijo Retreat Centre - Portugal
About the Retreat:
Yin-Yang Yoga: Philosophy & The Art of Self-Inquiry
We invite you to join us in the beautiful hills of Northern Portugal for a nourishing week of sangha, satsang, sadhana and svadhyaya.
There is nothing quite like the power of retreat. A time to disconnect from the daily grind and gift ourselves an opportunity to truly recharge, reset and reconnect to the truth of who we are, all within the power of community.
Each day will include yin and yang asana practices, meditation, philosophical discussions, daily reflections and journalling exercises, designed for students to focus the mind, seek valuable insight and realign to their authentic nature and purpose.
This year our focus of study, reflection and self-inquiry will be on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. We will practice, study and contemplate on key aspects of this classical text, exploring how to apply these profound principles to our spiritual lives.
Beyond practice and study time, the week will provide ample time for rest and recouperation, with long unscheduled afternoons carved out for swimming, hiking, massages, or simply connecting with nature, allowing time for deep integration.
Our annual retreat is open to practitioners interested in exploring the path of yoga, beyond asana.
Whether a new or experienced practitioner, embracing the philosophies allows us to continue reflecting, growing and evolving through each chapter of our lives.
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**The retreat offers 40 CEU’s for teacher’s working towards the Yintelligence 300hr curriculum, or simply wishing to add the hours to their Yoga Alliance credentials.
Daily Schedule
Day 1: Arrival Day - 2 May
15.00 - 19.00: Check-In
19.00 - 20.00: Dinner & Free Time
Days 2-7: Retreat - 3-8 May
7.30 - 9.30 - Yin/Yang Practice & Meditation
9.30 - 11.00 - Breakfast & Free Time
11.00 - 13.00 - Philosophy Discussions
13.00 - 17.00 - Lunch & Free Time
17.00 - 19.00 - Yin Yoga Practice
19.00 - 20.00 - Dinner & Free Time
Day 8: Departure Day - 9 May
9.30 – 10.30 - Breakfast and Check-out
Investment
Shared Room (Twin) with en-suite facilities – €1695
Single Room with en-suite facilities – €2095
Single Lux Cabin with en-suite facilities - €2260
(Couples Option - Share Lux Cabin with en-suite facilities - €1960 per person)
Price includes the full 40hr retreat, seven nights accommodation and three incredibly delicious vegetarian meals each day.
The price does not include flight tickets, airport transfers or massage treatments. (Shared airport transfers will be arranged one week prior to arrival.)
Each room option has limited availability. To ensure your room preference is met, please book in early.
How to Register
To register, please fill in the form via the button below and you will be contacted with confirmation of room availability and payment instructions.
To secure your space and room preference, a non-refundable deposit of €400 is required upon booking.
The remaining balance is to be paid in full by 2nd February 2026. Registrations made after 2nd February must be made in full.
Your spot on the training will be secured, upon receipt of deposit.
Payment plans are available upon request - email info@yintelligence.com for details
About D’Alijo Retreat Centre
A beautiful retreat centre based in the North of Portugal, surrounded by vineyards, olive fields and beautiful national parks. The studio and accommodations are cohesively blended with nature, connecting us to the magic of All There Is.
The centre offers a heated swimming pool, a peaceful meditation cave, as well as plenty of hiking trails and tranquil walks where you will find incredible rock formations and waterfalls, breathe in the fresh air and listen to the sounds of the birds.
The various accommodations include wooden chalet-style houses, cabins or rooms, each with an outside veranda. The rooms are light, airy and tastefully decorated, with towels and shower cosmetics provided. Accommodations are spread out across the grounds, providing solitude when needed, yet within a few moments walk from the Yoga Studio, swimming pool and the main house, where the community social area and kitchen is located.
The Yoga Studio is positioned high on the grounds, boasting views across the breath-taking landscape. High quality Manduka mats and all yoga props are provided.
D'Alijo Retreat Center is located 1 hour away from Porto International Airport. Shared transfers to/ from the airport will be arranged one week before arrival. (Shared transfer costs approx. €35-50 per person. Single transfer approx. €120)
Please check out the D’Alijo website for more details.
