Florentina Lam-Clark Yoga & Ayurveda
Flow & Restore Yoga
Mountain Retreat
Portugal
Saturday 26th September - Thursday 1st October 2026
5 nights retreat in the pristine valley of the Fajāo village, surrounded by
Serra do Açor mountains and pine trees.
This small intimate retreat for 10 people is carefully crafted
to re-set your nervous system, reconnect with nature and inner peace.
Hosted by Florentina Lam-Clark
Incredible offer £950 - a saving of £450!
Spaces are limited! To book your place email Flo directly here
"Yoga is a practice which empowers one to overcome the obstacle of the mind, for the
purpose of the self experiencing it's own true nature"
Sri Mad Baghavatam
Come and experience yoga in the mountains
Breathe in the clean air and catch the scents of wild growing herbs and plants that will delight your senses.
You will experience heaven on earth!
Fajāo is a tranquil and picturesque village nestled within the Serra do Açor in central Portugal, famous for it's Schist villages and the Fajão Schist trails, where the mineral rich waters of the River Ceira gracefully winds it's way through pristine pine-ridged mountains.
This retreat offers you an escape into a world of quartzite cliffs where you can absorb yourself in undisturbed peace and tranquility. It's the perfect setting to unwind and surround yourself with the healing sounds of nature. Breathe in the clear air and catch the aromas of culinary and medicinal herbs and plants growing wild to delight your sense. During the day enjoy the warmth of the sun rays on your skin, and at night wonder at the clear starry night skies. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the stunning scenic natural beauty that will leave you feeling nourished and nurtured on all levels of being.
Practising yoga in this supreme setting will fortify your energy levels, build a sound tool-kit for navigating through the inevitable challenges and stresses of daily living. As you ground, centre and reconnect to a sense of ease and inner peace, you will be able to develop your resourcefulness and increase your vitality for living well.
The venue
The retreat takes place in the newly restored and spacious Farm house surrounded by extensive grounds with an olive grove, lemon and citrus trees and wild peppermint and herbs that grow abundantly and exude their aromas in the clean air.
The venue is comfortable and has a sense of peace and calm from the moment you step in. There are scenic views everywhere you look to delight the senses. An outdoor veranda encircles the farmhouse offering an open space to hang out, relax and take in the stunning views.
Why you'll love this retreat experience!
The retreat is ensconced in such beauty and peace that you will be able to switch off from the outside world and totally immerse yourself. Return back home feeling refreshed, newly inspired, relaxed and rejuvenated.
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You will be expertly guided to experience yoga in its many facets that will deepen your practice and knowledge.
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Slow down rest & reset.
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Replenish and rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit.
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Reconnect to yourself and nature, take time to walk along the river or in the fields.
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Swim & relax by the many little river beaches.
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Climb rocks and explore the trails.
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Nourish your senses and creativity in the natural beauty of the surroundings.
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Experience the tranquility and peace that this beautiful setting has to offer
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Calm and clear your mind
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Connect to your inner wisdom and intuition.
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Enjoy the company of like-minded souls or simply take time and space for yourself
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Unplug from the digital world to completely unwind.
The Yoga experience
Flo is an experienced retreat teacher and loves to hold space for people to develop their practice. You will be able to take time out to reconnect to yourself, to journal, reflect, meditate and tap into your intution and inner resources.
Daily yoga practices are mindfully sequenced with all yoga experiences in mind. The sessions are crafted to combine the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual elements of the practice. You will have a chance to learn more about yoga philosophy and the science of Ayurveda and how to apply the wisdom of the teachings in your practice and in your daily life.
There are two yoga sessions a day. Morning practices are dynamic Vinyasa Flow alignment based sessions. The intention is to provide an embodied practice that helps to increase your strength, flexibility and balance and includes breath work and meditation.
The late afternoon sessions are more restorative, where you can take time out to slow your breath, rythym and pace of life. The practices will incorporate the styles of Restorative, Yin & Yoga Nidra. Sound healing is an integral part of the yoga experience to provide deep relaxation. The intention of a Restorative practice, is to soothe the nervous system, be peaceful and feel spacious.
Book Your Place
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There are just 10 places on this special retreat
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A £250 non-refundable deposit will secure your place
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Once your place is confirmed, it is essential to book your flight as soon as possible to avoid price rises.
Accommodation
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3 comfortable ensuite double guest bedrooms (2 singles or 1 couple)
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A large loft space for 4 people to share
What's included
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5 nights full-board accommodation
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All meals - a yoga-friendly breakfast and two delicious vegetarian meals, plus snacks, juices and teas
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Yoga Classes twice daily -morning and afternoon
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Yoga mats and props are provided
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A guided walk along one of the Xisto trails
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Plus a bonus: Aromatherapy blend
What's not included
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Airport transfer to and from the retreat centre
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Travel insurance
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Massages & Holistic Treatments provided by Georgina Chester
Retreat Timeline & Travel Options
Our retreat begins on the late afternoon of Saturday 26th September 2026 and ends on Thursday 1st October after lunch.
Getting There: Recommended flights & Airport Transfer
The suggested flight times if you’re coming from the UK is to Porto Airport and recommended arrival time is approx. 12.30pm to coincide with other retreat guests for ease of airport transfer and shared costs.
Easyjet: Saturday 26th September from Gatwick
Depart: 9.55am – arriving in Porto at – 12.25pm.
Ryan Air: Saturday 26th September from Stansted
Depart: 10.05am – arriving in Porto at – 12.30pm.
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Return: Thursday 1st October 2026
Easyjet: 18.00 – arriving in London Gatwick at 20.15.
Ryanair: 17.05 arriving Stansted Airport 19.30
21.50 arriving Stansted Airport 23.50
Airport Transfer
The airport transfer cost can be organised on your behalf and is approximately: £45.00 pp. each way. The exact cost will be confirmed nearer the time.
Highlights include
With a small and exclusive group of 10 participants, the retreat aims to be spacious, relaxing and deeply nourishing. You will be able to enjoy space and valuable time out for yourself to rest, relax, and also connect with others.
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The river is on your doorstep - take a dip and hang out
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Plenty of indoor and outdoor space to relax, read, or simply be
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Free time to swim, walk and explore the nature
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A place to explore individual goals and passions, seek support and share inspiration from a community of life-minded people
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During cooler evenings relax by the warmth of a wood burning fire
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Cacao Ceremony
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Evening Sound baths
Feedback from previous retreat students
"It was such an amazing asset to the retreat to have a resident yogini healer! Florentina integrates many types of yoga so there was something to suit everyone. Also, having a variety of healing treatments available to guests throughout the weekend made the retreat experience very holistic. Florentina's healing is compassionate and intuitive; she brings a wealth of experience with her multi-disciplined healing and yoga practices. The retreat left me feeling renewed and centred. It was everything I hoped for and more! I recommend it to EVERYONE."
Andrea White, Teacher, Equinox Retreat France, Sept 2019
"It was brilliant to have Flo as our yoga teacher, meditation leader and healer at the retreat. Not only is she a beautiful person, with a lovely energy - but her skills are exceptional! Flo’s yoga classes were enjoyable, varied and masterfully adapted to the needs and mood of the group. She paid close attention to everyone and gently offered adjustments and help where these were beneficial, as well as ensuring all skill levels were catered for. With Flo’s guidance and great tools, I mastered how to use my breath properly during yoga, after years of trying - a breakthrough! She taught us great meditation and relaxation techniques, that have proven invaluable in my everyday life since the retreat. I’d love to attend another retreat with Flo - she is a truly gifted healer and teacher, and a wonderful inspiring person to be around!"
Jolene Coloquhoun, Coach, Equinox Retreat France, Sept 2018
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