Yin & Yang Yoga Immersion
2-9th May 2026
‘Escape from Samsara’
Philosophy & The Art of Self-Inquiry
D’Alijo Retreat Centre - Portugal
About the Retreat:
‘Escape from Samsara’ is the theme for our 2026 immersion.
Samsara is the cycle of life, death and rebirth that our soul (atman) continues to experience, until our karmic debts and unsatisfied desires (vasanas) are resolved or let go of. The ultimate goal of our yoga practice is to uncover and alleviate ourselves from our karma-creating actions (samskaras) and vasanas, so that we can achieve liberation (moksha) and “abide in our own true nature”.
We invite you to join us at in the beautiful hills of Northern Portugal, for a nourishing week of sangha, satsang, sadhana and svadhyaya.
We will practice, study and reflect on key aspects of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, exploring it as a framework for conscious living and unpack how to apply these profound principles to our spiritual lives, to attain freedom from suffering.
Each day will include carefully themed yin and yang asana practices, meditation, philosophical discussions and daily reflections - designed for students to practice the art of self-inquiry (svadhyaya), so as to uncover the obstacles that stand in the way of us living from our Highest nature.
The week will hold space for deep integration, with long unscheduled afternoons carved out for swimming, hiking, massages, taking in nature, or simply for rest and recuperation.
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.
The annual retreat is open to all practitioners interested in exploring the path of yoga, beyond asana.
**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 - Yang/Yin Practice & Meditation
9.30 - 11.00 - Breakfast & Free Time
11.00 - 13.00 - Philosophy & Self-Inquiry
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
Early Bird Investment (until 31 December)
Shared Room (Twin) with en-suite facilities – €1695
Single Room with en-suite facilities – €2095
Single Lux Cabin with en-suite facilities - €2260 (Only two lux cabins left)
(Couples Option - Share Lux Cabin with en-suite facilities - €1960 per person)
Price includes the full 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.
The early bird ends on 31st December. From 1 January onwards, the regular price will be in place (+ €200)
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.
