October 6, 2023

to October 8, 2023

Wim Hof Method: Fundamentals Weekend Retreat

with Ricardo Pinhão

Introduction

In this Wim Hof Method Fundamentals weekend retreat we will explore the three pillars of this method that is revolutionising the world of healthcare and longevity.

We will look into the science behind this method, experience each pillar, find comfort in discomfort, and have lots of sharing.     

Main benefits:

  • You will explore the breathing Wim Hof Method protocol and “travel” into your soul.
  • Explore other ways to deal with stress. 
  • Recognize the power of the breathing inside an ice tank.   
  • New ways to decrease inflammation in your body.
  • Reset your Immune response.  

Retreat Highlights

  • Theoretical components of the method.
  • The Science Behind the method. 
  • Breathing protocol experience, in group. 
  • Cold exposure in an ice tank.
  • Group spirit in one magic place. 

Retreat Details

The retreat starts on the evening of Friday, 6th October, 2023, and ends on the afternoon of Sunday, 8th October, 2023. The retreat will be held at our secluded property in the mountains of the Serra da Estrela natural park, a certified UNESCO geopark and an important conservation and biodiversity site in Portugal.

You’ll stay in the comfort and privacy of an ensuite room in one of our beautifully remodeled quintas. For an even more unique experience, opt for a premium room with a terrace and breathtaking mountain and valley views.

Unwind in our brand new facilities including a sauna, heated pool, gym, dining hall, and lounge with library and fireplace. You’ll also feel nourished with balanced Portuguese and Mediterranean meals based on whole foods, lovingly prepared by our team of chefs.

The language of the retreat is Portuguese and English.

Retreat Instructor(s)

Balance is when we have body and mind working together with the same intention. 

A functional live happen when our systems are coordinated and aligned in our thoughts, feelings, and actions.

In the last years I’ve worked with many clients that search for motivation, focus, balance, health, flexibility, and happiness. Many times, we look inside our mind and brain but forget that, sometimes, solutions are in our body and particularly in our breathing patterns. 

As a Wim Hof Method Instructor (Level II), Oxygen Advantage instructor and other Neuro Strategies, I facilitate the integration of the physical dimension in personal development. 

Coaching, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Conscious Parenting, Mindfulness or Neuro-Strategy all work at a mental level, I try to add physiology, biochemistry, biomechanics, and psychophysiology to achieve more complete and lasting results.

Retreat Schedule

Day 1

(October 6, 2023)

14:00

Check in

17:00

Orientation tour and community guidelines

19:30

- 21:00

Welcome circle, introduction to the retreat and introductory breathing session

21:30

Rest and noble silence until 8:30 AM next morning

Day 2

(October 7, 2023)

07:00

- 07:30

Body awakening : mindful movement (30mins)

07:30

- 08:30

Breakfast in noble silence

08:30

- 09:00

Morning community gathering (30 mins)

09:30

- 11:00

Introduction to the theory & science of the Wim Hof Method

11:00

- 11:30

Refreshment Break (no snacks or coffee, just a small break)

11:30

- 13:30

1st pillar - breathing

13:30

- 14:30

Lunch (light snack only)

15:00

- 17:00

2nd Pillar - cold exposure

18:00

- 19:00

Dinner

19:30

- 20:30

Relaxing breathing session

21:30

Rest and noble silence until 8:30 AM next morning

Day 3

(October 8, 2023)

07:30

- 08:30

Breakfast in noble silence

08:30

- 11:30

Breathing Session 2

11:30

- 12:00

Short break

12:00

- 13:30

Closing circle

13:30

- 14:30

Lunch

14:30

Check out

15:00

Shuttle departs

Retreat Pricing

Course instruction, private ensuite accommodation at our beautiful Serra da Estrela retreat centre, 3 balanced meals per day, and access to our wellness facilities are included with the fee.

Option A
2-NIGHT STAY

Arrival – Friday, 6th of October (afternoon, before 4.00 pm)
Departure – Sunday, 8th of October (afternoon)

Single Occupancy

Standard room – € 730
Premium room –  € 790

Double Occupancy

Standard room – € 1212
Premium room –  € 1332

– Included –
> Weekend retreat
> Private ensuite accommodation at our beautiful Serra da Estrela retreat center
> 3 balanced meals per day
> Access to our outdoor heated swimming pool & Sauna
> Access to our gym
> Late check-out and lunch

– Not included –
> Transport costs (New Life Portugal available for booking)
> Extras services (Wellness menu)

Would you like to stay more nights with us to attend this retreat?
Contact us directly here

Additional information

– Accommodation

Retreat participants will stay in private ensuite rooms in our newly remodelled quintas at our Serra da Estrela property in the central Portuguese countryside. The rooms are modern and cosy. Premium rooms come with terraces and mountain and valley views. All rooms feature a queen-sized bed, private bathroom, shower, reading lamp, sink, and floor heating during the colder months. Towels, soap, shower gel, facial tissues, water pitcher, and bedding are provided. Hair dryers are available upon request.

– Meals

At New Life Portugal we serve three buffet-style meals per day. The dishes feature plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. We try our best to cater to a diverse range of dietary preferences. However, due to the large range of ingredients used in our kitchen, we are not able to guarantee that all our dishes are allergen-free. If you have special requirements, please feel free to get in touch to see how we can best meet your needs.

– Travel Information

Our address is: Caminho das Regadas 1, Folgosinho, Gouveia 6290-081, Portugal

We are an approximately 2-hour drive from Porto, a 3.5-hour drive from Lisbon, and a 4.5-hour drive from Madrid. The nearest airport is Porto airport and the nearest bus station is in the city of Gouveia, which is a 30-minute drive from us.

If you have any questions about how to reach us, our team will gladly assist you with your enquiries.

– Things to Bring

  1. Casual, comfortable and warm clothes suitable for outdoor activities, meditation, and yoga
  2. A rain jacket, umbrella, and sturdy shoes in case of wet weather
  3. A swimsuit and flip flops for the pool and sauna
  4. A refillable water bottle
  5. Any personal medications you might require, especially if you have a difficult-to-fill prescription (please make sure to check regulations about bringing prescription medications to Portugal)
  6. Sunscreen and insect repellent
  7. Enough cash for transport and basic necessities (there is no ATM onsite)
  8. We provide yoga mats and meditation cushions, but please feel free to bring your own if you wish

For further information on travelling to or staying with us, please see our Practical Information page or get in touch with our friendly team.

– Wellness Menu

Feel like indulging in a massage? Want to make the most of your time with us by adding extra sessions? Our custom options are ideal if there are any special areas you’d like to focus on, or if you’d like to fit more activities into your wellness retreat with us. Please enquire about cost and availability.

Share this weekend retreat

October 6, 2023

to October 8, 2023

Wim Hof Method: Fundamentals Weekend Retreat

with Ricardo Pinhão

Introduction

In this Wim Hof Method Fundamentals weekend retreat we will explore the three pillars of this method that is revolutionising the world of healthcare and longevity.

We will look into the science behind this method, experience each pillar, find comfort in discomfort, and have lots of sharing.     

Main benefits:

  • You will explore the breathing Wim Hof Method protocol and “travel” into your soul.
  • Explore other ways to deal with stress. 
  • Recognize the power of the breathing inside an ice tank.   
  • New ways to decrease inflammation in your body.
  • Reset your Immune response.  

Retreat Highlights

  • Theoretical components of the method.
  • The Science Behind the method. 
  • Breathing protocol experience, in group. 
  • Cold exposure in an ice tank.
  • Group spirit in one magic place. 

Retreat Details

The retreat starts on the evening of Friday, 6th October, 2023, and ends on the afternoon of Sunday, 8th October, 2023. The retreat will be held at our secluded property in the mountains of the Serra da Estrela natural park, a certified UNESCO geopark and an important conservation and biodiversity site in Portugal.

You’ll stay in the comfort and privacy of an ensuite room in one of our beautifully remodeled quintas. For an even more unique experience, opt for a premium room with a terrace and breathtaking mountain and valley views.

Unwind in our brand new facilities including a sauna, heated pool, gym, dining hall, and lounge with library and fireplace. You’ll also feel nourished with balanced Portuguese and Mediterranean meals based on whole foods, lovingly prepared by our team of chefs.

The language of the retreat is Portuguese and English.

Retreat Instructor(s)

Balance is when we have body and mind working together with the same intention. 

A functional live happen when our systems are coordinated and aligned in our thoughts, feelings, and actions.

In the last years I’ve worked with many clients that search for motivation, focus, balance, health, flexibility, and happiness. Many times, we look inside our mind and brain but forget that, sometimes, solutions are in our body and particularly in our breathing patterns. 

As a Wim Hof Method Instructor (Level II), Oxygen Advantage instructor and other Neuro Strategies, I facilitate the integration of the physical dimension in personal development. 

Coaching, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Conscious Parenting, Mindfulness or Neuro-Strategy all work at a mental level, I try to add physiology, biochemistry, biomechanics, and psychophysiology to achieve more complete and lasting results.

Retreat Schedule

Day 1

(October 6, 2023)

14:00

Check in

17:00

Orientation tour and community guidelines

19:30

- 21:00

Welcome circle, introduction to the retreat and introductory breathing session

21:30

Rest and noble silence until 8:30 AM next morning

Day 2

(October 7, 2023)

07:00

- 07:30

Body awakening : mindful movement (30mins)

07:30

- 08:30

Breakfast in noble silence

08:30

- 09:00

Morning community gathering (30 mins)

09:30

- 11:00

Introduction to the theory & science of the Wim Hof Method

11:00

- 11:30

Refreshment Break (no snacks or coffee, just a small break)

11:30

- 13:30

1st pillar - breathing

13:30

- 14:30

Lunch (light snack only)

15:00

- 17:00

2nd Pillar - cold exposure

18:00

- 19:00

Dinner

19:30

- 20:30

Relaxing breathing session

21:30

Rest and noble silence until 8:30 AM next morning

Day 3

(October 8, 2023)

07:30

- 08:30

Breakfast in noble silence

08:30

- 11:30

Breathing Session 2

11:30

- 12:00

Short break

12:00

- 13:30

Closing circle

13:30

- 14:30

Lunch

14:30

Check out

15:00

Shuttle departs

Retreat Pricing

Course instruction, private ensuite accommodation at our beautiful Serra da Estrela retreat centre, 3 balanced meals per day, and access to our wellness facilities are included with the fee.

Option A
2-NIGHT STAY

Arrival – Friday, 6th of October (afternoon, before 4.00 pm)
Departure – Sunday, 8th of October (afternoon)

Single Occupancy

Standard room – € 730
Premium room –  € 790

Double Occupancy

Standard room – € 1212
Premium room –  € 1332

– Included –
> Weekend retreat
> Private ensuite accommodation at our beautiful Serra da Estrela retreat center
> 3 balanced meals per day
> Access to our outdoor heated swimming pool & Sauna
> Access to our gym
> Late check-out and lunch

– Not included –
> Transport costs (New Life Portugal available for booking)
> Extras services (Wellness menu)

Would you like to stay more nights with us to attend this retreat?
Contact us directly here

Additional information

– Accommodation

Retreat participants will stay in private ensuite rooms in our newly remodelled quintas at our Serra da Estrela property in the central Portuguese countryside. The rooms are modern and cosy. Premium rooms come with terraces and mountain and valley views. All rooms feature a queen-sized bed, private bathroom, shower, reading lamp, sink, and floor heating during the colder months. Towels, soap, shower gel, facial tissues, water pitcher, and bedding are provided. Hair dryers are available upon request.

– Meals

At New Life Portugal we serve three buffet-style meals per day. The dishes feature plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. We try our best to cater to a diverse range of dietary preferences. However, due to the large range of ingredients used in our kitchen, we are not able to guarantee that all our dishes are allergen-free. If you have special requirements, please feel free to get in touch to see how we can best meet your needs.

– Travel Information

Our address is: Caminho das Regadas 1, Folgosinho, Gouveia 6290-081, Portugal

We are an approximately 2-hour drive from Porto, a 3.5-hour drive from Lisbon, and a 4.5-hour drive from Madrid. The nearest airport is Porto airport and the nearest bus station is in the city of Gouveia, which is a 30-minute drive from us.

If you have any questions about how to reach us, our team will gladly assist you with your enquiries.

– Things to Bring

  1. Casual, comfortable and warm clothes suitable for outdoor activities, meditation, and yoga
  2. A rain jacket, umbrella, and sturdy shoes in case of wet weather
  3. A swimsuit and flip flops for the pool and sauna
  4. A refillable water bottle
  5. Any personal medications you might require, especially if you have a difficult-to-fill prescription (please make sure to check regulations about bringing prescription medications to Portugal)
  6. Sunscreen and insect repellent
  7. Enough cash for transport and basic necessities (there is no ATM onsite)
  8. We provide yoga mats and meditation cushions, but please feel free to bring your own if you wish

For further information on travelling to or staying with us, please see our Practical Information page or get in touch with our friendly team.

– Wellness Menu

Feel like indulging in a massage? Want to make the most of your time with us by adding extra sessions? Our custom options are ideal if there are any special areas you’d like to focus on, or if you’d like to fit more activities into your wellness retreat with us. Please enquire about cost and availability.

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