BECOME ALIVE

Somatic Embodiment Retreat in Portugal

May 13-17 2026

A nourishing pause to reconnect with your body, your joy, and what makes you feel truly alive.

INQUIRE ABOUT THE RETREAT HERE

🌿 Nourish Body & Soul
Enjoy delicious organic vegetarian meals, daily yoga and somatic movement practices, as well as meaningful rituals and ceremonies that bring body and mind into harmony.

🌳 Immerse Yourself in the Power of Nature
Feel the calm of the Portuguese countryside — surrounded by lush forests, clear rivers, and a quiet lake inviting you to simply be.

💞 Connect — With Yourself & Others
Open your heart through nourishing ceremonies, sound journeys, and ecstatic dance, and experience what it feels like to be yourself in community.

💧 Release & Recharge
Relax in lovingly designed accommodations, enjoy the pool, sauna, or a refreshing ice bath.
Let yourself be held by the rhythm of nature and the shared experience of the group.

Retreat Highlights

Does This Sound Familiar?

Do you ever notice that:

*Life feels full, yet something essential feels missing?

*You’re functioning well, but not feeling deeply inspired or alive?

*You crave more presence, ease, and meaningful connection — with yourself and others?

*You long to slow down, breathe deeper, and feel more like you again?

You’re not alone. Many people today feel overstimulated, busy, and socially connected on the surface — yet inwardly a little disconnected from their bodies, their joy, and their natural rhythm.

What This Retreat Is About

This is not about fixing yourself or doing deep emotional work all the time.

It’s about:

**Moving your body in ways that feel nourishing and natural

**Breathing deeper and more freely

**Spending time in nature and slowing your nervous system

**Sharing authentic moments with like-minded people

**Remembering what brings you joy, vitality, and presence

Through somatic movement, yoga, breathwork, meditation, and playful exploration, we create space for clarity, aliveness, and connection to emerge naturally.

Who This Retreat Is For

This retreat is for you if you:

✔ Feel curious about embodiment and nervous-system-friendly practices
✔ Long for a break from busy schedules and constant input
✔ Enjoy movement, nature, and conscious community
✔ Want to feel more alive, grounded, and connected — without pressure

No prior experience with yoga or somatic work is needed.

How You May Feel Afterwards

Participants often leave feeling:

✨ More present and at ease in their bodies
✨ Reconnected to their natural energy and joy
✨ Clearer about what truly matters to them
✨ More open, grounded, and connected
✨ Rested, inspired, and gently re-energized

Not changed into someone new — but more fully themselves. 

I WANT TO BE PART OF THIS RETREAT - REGISTER HERE

Your Investment in You

Shared 3-bed room: €1300

Shared 2-bed room: €1450

Private room: €1600

Solo glamping tent: €1200

Shared glamping tent: €1100

Bring your own camper/van: €900

💛 Early Bird  until December 31 2026 (-200€) and friend discounts (50€ each) available. 👫

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Payment plans are available upon request.
Please reach out to find your unique payment option.

You feel the call?

INQUIRE ABOUT BECOME ALIVE HERE

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A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place. The remaining balance is due no later than two months before the retreat begins. In case of cancellation, the deposit is non-refundable. Any additional payments made beyond the deposit are refundable only if your spot can be filled by another participant
. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your booking in case of unforeseen circumstances.

"Serra Vida" 
The Retreat Sanctuary 

This Is Serra Vida

A magical place set in a wide valley along the Sever River, surrounded by 8 hectares of wild, untouched nature.
The yoga shala sits high above the valley with breathtaking views and is fully equipped with high-quality mats, bolsters, blankets, and a warm, clear energy you’ll carry with you long after you leave.

A beautiful saltwater pool, sauna, cozy spaces to relax, and a fire pit under the stars make this place a true sanctuary for rest and renewal.

🌞 In the Surroundings

Walks and river swims in the Sever River

Horseback riding and hiking

Stand-up paddling and lake excursions

Medieval villages such as Marvão & Castelo de Vide

Hot to get to Serra Vida

BECOME ALIVE

Somatic Embodiment Retreat in Portugal

May 13-17 2026

A nourishing pause to reconnect with your body, your joy, and what makes you feel truly alive.

INQUIRE ABOUT THE RETREAT HERE

🌿 Nourish Body & Soul
Enjoy delicious organic vegetarian meals, daily yoga and somatic movement practices, as well as meaningful rituals and ceremonies that bring body and mind into harmony.

🌳 Immerse Yourself in the Power of Nature
Feel the calm of the Portuguese countryside — surrounded by lush forests, clear rivers, and a quiet lake inviting you to simply be.

💞 Connect — With Yourself & Others
Open your heart through nourishing ceremonies, sound journeys, and ecstatic dance, and experience what it feels like to be yourself in community.

💧 Release & Recharge
Relax in lovingly designed accommodations, enjoy the pool, sauna, or a refreshing ice bath.
Let yourself be held by the rhythm of nature and the shared experience of the group.

Retreat Highlights

What You’ll Experience

🌿 4 nights in a peaceful retreat center in the Portuguese mountains
🌿 Three nourishing vegetarian meals per day
🌿 Daily embodied practices — yoga, somatic movement, breathwork & meditation
🌿 Creative and reflective workshops to explore what gives your life energy
🌿 Cacao ceremony, ecstatic dance & sound journeys
🌿 Sauna & cold plunge for refreshment and vitality
🌿 Plenty of free time to rest, walk, journal, swim, or simply be

Everything is optional. You are always invited to listen to your body and your needs.

Our Retreat Home 
Serra Vida

Serra Vida

A magical place set in a wide valley along the Sever River, surrounded by 8 hectares of wild, untouched nature.
The yoga shala sits high above the valley with breathtaking views and is equipped with high-quality mats, bolsters, and blankets, carrying a warm, clear energy you’ll feel long after you leave.

A beautiful saltwater pool, a sauna, cozy places to relax, and a fire pit beneath the starry sky make this place a true sanctuary for rest and renewal.

🌞 In the Surroundings

• Walks and river swims in the Sever River

• Horseback riding and hiking

• Stand-up paddling and lake excursions

• Medieval villages such as Marvão & Castelo de Vide

• Local restaurants serving authentic Portuguese cuisine

🌍 Getting There

Serra Vida is located in the heart of the untouched nature of the Serra de São Mamede National Park, approximately 2.5 hours from Lisbon.
Arrival from Porto is also possible.

✨ Tip: If you can, allow yourself one or two extra days before or after the retreat to explore Lisbon or Porto — it’s absolutely worth it!

Your Investment in You

Shared 3-bed room: €1300

Shared 2-bed room: €1450

Private room: €1600

Solo glamping tent: €1200

Shared glamping tent: €1100

Bring your own camper/van: €900

💛 Early Bird  until December 31 2026 (-200€) and friend discounts (50€ each) available. 👫

💖

Payment plans are available upon request.
Please reach out to find your unique payment option.

You feel the call?

INQUIRE ABOUT BECOME ALIVE HERE

💖

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place. The remaining balance is due no later than two months before the retreat begins. In case of cancellation, the deposit is non-refundable. Any additional payments made beyond the deposit are refundable only if your spot can be filled by another participant
. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your booking in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Retreat Review from BECOME ALIVE 2025 Participants

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This has been my second retreat with Sonja, and I decided to join it without any doubt after experiencing her guidance and healing at last year's one in Marbella + a healing one to one journey with her through the year. Her spirit is pure and full of light, her insights are powerful and she hears and connects to the energy of the group (and of the single person) like no other. Above the spiritual connection, there is also an immaculate attention to detail making the experience just perfect. Be it through somatic breathwork, embodiment, yoga, creative workshops, sound, meditation or plant medicine, Sonja helps one find the best medicine to heal and feel soft and alive.
(Azzurra, Italy)

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If you are considering whether to join one of Sonja’s retreats — please do it.
This was my very first retreat, and I was honestly quite nervous at the beginning. But Sonja guided us through the days with so much calm, heart, and clarity that I felt safe and at ease from the very first moment.

I experienced so many things for the first time and learned an incredible amount about myself. I was able to connect with wonderful people — and most importantly, to find a deeper connection with myself.

I don’t want to dramatic, but I truly believe that something within me has shifted — in the most beautiful way. I am deeply grateful to Sonja for this experience.

(Jessie, Netherlands)