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Yoga and Qigong Fusion Retreat
Stillness from Inner Lightness – Energy from Movement Flow
A nurturing program weaving together the wisdom of Yoga and the vitality of Qigong.
This is such a powerful program, since both traditions share the goal of harmonizing the mind, the body, and the energy flow, while bringing slightly different flavours, yoga with its asana, stillness meditation and breath discipline, and qigong with its flowing, energy-based movement.
Why Fusion?
Yoga offers structure, alignment, and strength. Qigong offers flow, softness, and energetic awareness. Together, they create a practice that is both grounding and uplifting, balancing stillness with movement, strength with flow.
Program Concept
This fusion retreat invites you to explore how two ancient practices—Yoga and Qigong—complement each other, helping you to restore your balance, maintain the tranquillity of the mind, and energize the body. Through gentle movement, breath awareness, and meditation, you’ll cultivate presence, strength, and flow.
Benefits
What’s Included
Add-On Wellness Experiences
To deepen your journey, we offer personalized add-ons designed to support your growth and wellbeing. These optional experiences can be integrated into your Teacher Training or Retreat program, creating a truly holistic path of transformation.
Available On Request:
- Acupuncture Treatments — Restore balance and stimulate the body’s natural healing energy.
- Integrative Therapies — A blend of holistic approaches tailored to your individual needs.
- Yoga Therapy — Personalized sessions that adapt yoga practices for healing, alignment, and inner balance.
These extras are thoughtfully curated to complement your training or retreat, giving you the space to recharge, realign, and expand on every level—body, mind, and spirit.
Level of practice
Suitable for all levels—no experience required, just an open heart
Where?
The Sundari Integral Yoga© Retreats boutique is nestled where two bird-rich lagoons meet the Atlantic Ocean, in Lagoa de Albufeira, Portugal—a secluded eco-sanctuary just 40 minutes from Lisbon. This tranquil haven is surrounded by endless white sand beaches and pine forests. Though integrated into a quiet community, the area offers deep immersion in silence and natural beauty. Here the environment itself becomes part of your creative and inner journey. Peaceful walking trails, wholesome meals, and sacred stillness create the perfect setting to slow down and reconnect with yourself. situated in
Our retreat boutique centre is an intimate space with just four twin-bed rooms, each featuring a private bathroom and Wi-Fi.
The house is surrounded by a charming garden with young trees and tropical plants. Within the garden is the Shambala Yoga Shala, equipped with yoga mats and meditation blocks for your practice. Upstairs, where the guest rooms are located, you’ll also find a shared study room and a small kitchenette ideal for preparing tea. The main kitchen, set amidst the garden, includes a filtered water system, dishwasher, laundry facilities, and all essential amenities.
Please note: Our school is a substance-free environment—we do not permit alcohol, drugs, or smoking on the premises.
Food
Meals are ovo-lacto-vegetarian and while you will be able to prepare your own rich breakfast, lunch and dinner will be lovingly prepared by Elena, a talented local chef who also owns a nearby restaurant.
Number of participants
Our focus is on quality, presence, and cultivating a harmonious space where all can blossom. We honour gender balance and intentionally keep our retreats small—limited to a maximum of ten participants—so we can fully support each person’s unique rhythm and growth.
Guidance
You will be guided by passionate wellness practitioners, with years of experience in holistic living and practice of yoga, meditation, and Qigong. Our mission is to transmit our knowledge with kindness and warmth, making sure you feel supported throughout your experience here, with us. See our amazing team here
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Build your foundation in yoga and start your teaching journey