SPRING AWAKENING
27 March - 1 April 2024
As the winter begins to shed its thick layers and the first buds of spring break ground, we will celebrate the new year as one. Together, in the warm sun and salted breeze, we will find renewal and retreat: a spring awakening! This rooftop, Portuguese city escape, framed by the waters of the Atlantic ocean, will resonate as an intention-setting experience, which (we hope!) will reverberate throughout the rest of our year. We will delight (and indulge) in all things wellness: from Cardio sessions, beach island adventures and yoga sessions, locally produced foods to evening, rooftop meditation sessions. We will bask in the luxury of our villa, its pool and fireside library, the ocean on an island hopping adventure and rejoice in the cobbled streets of Olhao town, its markets and salty charm.
DAILY PROGRAMMING and KEY FEATURES
EMBODIED VINYASA
Exploring the dynamic shapes and mobility within our bodies, stimulating the relationship between flow and stability, grace and strength, softness and bravery. These progressive sessions will not only work towards peak poses but will create moments that uplift, inspire, encourage and empower YOU. It is time to remember your resilience, honor your sovereignty and celebrate what you are capable of.*
NOURISHING BREAKFAST
Using local, seasonal ingredients to create a delicious, varied and healing vegan menu. This will balance and clear the body whilst stimulating the palate. A combination of fresh juices and smoothies will also be available every day too.
AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
This space is going to be filled with something different each day. But this is the time for exploring the world outside of us whether that is through city excursions or beach island trips, booking a massage or adding a horse ride to your adventure. Rest assured this time is for you to expand, explore and express your true essence.
CARDIO FITNESS
Energise your retreat experience with heart-pounding rooftop high-intensity workouts, rhythmic runs along the beach front at sunrise, as well as barre fitness and core strengthening work to compliment your vinyasa practice. Our workouts are tailored to accommodate all fitness levels, ensuring everyone can participate and progress at their own pace.
FACE AND BODY MASSAGE
We will be joined by renowned facialist and wellness expert Ksenija Selivanova (@the_moments) who will be offering treatments to guests from the private therapy room. Her specialist treatments target muscle tension using pressure points and unique massage techniques to promote instant improvements in health and overall well-being.
FAMILY DINNER
Detoxify the body with healthy, inspiring recipes curated to compliment movement sessions. Each meal will leave you feeling nourished from the inside out. Always prepared with love and thought, we believe food is the first step to healing. All of our menus are vegan, often raw and the food is colorful, vibrant and nutritious - you will always be excited and satisfied!
PERFORMANCE FUELLLING
Rest assured that there will be plenty of time to rest, recharge and rejuvinate, and that you'll indulge in a menu of protein-rich, plant-based foods and smoothies for vitality. However, we understand that the retreat will at times place physical demands and so to optimise your recovery and promote peak performance, guests will have unrestricted access to supplements such as protein powders, creatine, and EAAs.
YIN & NIDRA SESSIONS
Allow yourself to completely unwind, body and soul with an evening Yin or Nidra class. These sessions with confront stillness and (sometimes Yin discomfort) with tenderness and community. It will be an inviting and safe evening de-stress. Weather-permitting we will get still and serene beneath the stars on the rooftop or get cozy in our beautiful, stone indoor shala.
EXAMPLE DAY
7:00 - 8:00 lemon water, tea & coffee & protein smoothie
8:00 - 9:00 Cardio class
9:30 - communal breakfast
11:00 - 12:00 free time
12:30 - 13:30 dynamic vinyasa
14:00 - communal lunch
15:00 - 18:00 free time to chill, pool, explore, read, have a massage!
18:00 - 19:00 restorative session
19:30 - 21:00 farm to table dinner
21:30 - yoga nidra/meditation under the stars
Just 15 minutes east of Faro sits the enchanting, Cubist and whitewashed fishing town of Olhão. Dating back to the 17th century, Olhão feels like one of the most authentic southern Portuguese towns, casting a spell on those who pass through. Yet, strangely, tourism is not a key driver – perhaps because specific historical sites are thin on the ground. Be sure, though, to look up as you wander round the charming old town, an area that is rich in architectural delights with houses festooned with multi-hued, decorative Portuguese tiles, ornate balconies, crumbling façades and cascading bougainvillea. The harbour opens onto the calm lagoons and waters of the Parque Natural da Ria Formosa, a small group of barrier islands that stretches east from Faro to the Spanish border. These local islands, where a handful of residents and fisherman live and work, are home to beautiful, clean beaches with simple bars, authentic restaurants and an enviable – almost otherworldly – pace of life. This pristine and refreshingly undeveloped corner of the Algarve is a veritable hidden gem with its bird-filled lagoons and sandy islands, where, for a few days, you can slow down and live like a local.
ACCOMODATION
At Casa Fuzetta, every room is a masterpiece in its own right.
Each room comes with its own private ensuite. And we offer three distinct room categories, each showcasing their unique beauty and charm.
EXCEPTIONAL
At the pinnacle of grandeur, we present our "Exceptional" room. This exquisite space which is the only room with a bath as well as a shower and includes two Juliette balconies, is truly one-of-a-kind, with just one available. Set up with Post- Colonial style furnishings, think wood floors with dapple light, blue velvet chaise lounge, massive soaking tub overhung with crystal chandelier.
Solo: 2300
Double: 1800 per person
Twin Sharing: 2000 per person
WONDERFUL
Our "Wonderful" rooms are the epitome of comfort and elegance. With six of these meticulously designed spaces available, you'll enjoy a delightful blend of luxury and indiviuality. Each room boasts exquisite decor and an inviting ambiance, making it the ideal choice for a memorable and relaxing retreat. Think stone and wood floors with thick Persian rugs, sheer billowing curtains, white shutters, antique wooden headboards and large sunny windows.
Solo: 2200
Double Occupancy: 1700 per person
Twin Sharing: 1900 per person
SPECIAL
Our "Special" rooms are distinct spaces designed to offer you a luxe and rejuvinating retreat. With three of these charming hideaways available, you can enjoy a memorable stay with a touch of individuality. Experience the allure of our "Special" rooms and immerse yourself in their inviting ambiance. Think vaulted stone ceilings and exposed brickwork with double-door ensuite bathrooms, antique furnishings and white linens.
Solo: 2100
Double Occupancy: 1600 per person
Twin Sharing: 1800 per person
RETREAT LEADERS
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TEGAN MCLEOD (@teganmcleod)
Tegan is a 500hr certified Yoga Instructor (since 2014). She infuses Vinyasa and Yin Yoga elements to create an immediate connection with your Higher Self. Having taught yoga and creative writing extensively in the United States, from Texas to New York, she now resides and teaches in Manchester, UK.
Tegan is passionate about the connection between our bodies in flow and how we interact with the world around us. Her vision is one of healing and empowerment—for all bodies, all abilities, all backgrounds. Tegan’s teaching will combine invigorating and playful movement with an authentic curiosity towards a higher purpose. Her deepet desire is for her students to nurture a genuine and revolutionary kind of awareness of their own
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CHRIS MILLARD (@chrismillard.outfit)
Chris is a Level 3 certified Personal Trainer, Online Coach and Group Fitness instructor driven by a passion for fostering communities through the transformative power of movement.
His journey began as an instructor of Strength & Conditioning classes at BLOK, a multi-disciplinary fitness studio based in Manchester and London. To this day, he continues to deliver his classes here with a commitment to inclusivity, as well as at F45 - renowned for its heart pumping cardio and endurance classes.
Chris also proudly serves as an ambassador for lululemon in Manchester, who support him in align his actions with his values - inclusion, the way you feel after movement, and self-improvement.
Where & When?
Where is The Retreat held?
Casa Fuzetta, Travessa Heliodoro Salgado 7, 8700-558 Olhao
When does the retreat begin?
Check in begins at 3pm on the 27th of March
What time does programming end?
Programming ends on the 1st of April at 11am.
SAVE YOUR SPACE
You can reserve your space today with a £300 deposit, payable to:
CHRIS MILLARD FITNESS
23-69-72
31527900
Before booking do let us know which room you prefer, as we have some truly unique rooms!
If you choose to retreat with us, we do ask that the final payment to be made before February 27th to the bank account above. We also hope you understand that deposits are non-refundable. Thanks so much in advance!
Are yoga mats provided?
Yes, yoga mats and all props are provided.
Are afternoon activities required?
Everything during the retreat is optional, you can take or leave as much as you want from each day. Please do what's right for your mind, body and spirit.
What is the Cancellation Policy?
This retreat offering does not offer refunds for the deposit for any reason.
If you should need to cancel prior to the February 27th 2024 payment deadline, you will not be responsible for the remainder of your payment.
Should you need to cancel on or after February 27th 2024, the remainder of your payment must be paid in full. This retreat offering is not responsible for any expenses incurred in preparation for any cancelled retreat, such as airline tickets, loss of work, and/or other costs associated with preparing for your trip.
When are remainders due?
Remainders are due February 27th. We can help suggest a payment plan, paying monthly instalments, which will help spread the cost. Whatever you need.