Join ankaways for a week filled with joy, community and self-discovery. As a group of inspiring women, you will explore the magical Azores Islands of Portugal, savor the best local cuisine and cultivate the acceptance and self-love we all deserve. This retreat is designed for women who are ready to make meaningful changes in their lives and need a powerful boost of energy and motivation.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of this magical retreat! Book your spot now and experience the ultimate yoga retreat on Sao Miguel (Portugal).
What this yoga retreat is about:
Surrounded by São Miguel's stunning beauty, you’ll transform into the woman you’re meant to be. Break through your limitations and meet your true self through transformative workshops, yoga, meditation sessions and ceremonies in nature.
Join ankaways this September and connect deeply with your body, sensuality and feminine power. Swim in waterfalls, float in hot springs, and refresh in the crystal-clear Atlantic. Enjoy laughter, fun, sisterhood and delicious meals from our amazing chef.
What you can look forward to:
The women meant to be part of this Wild Women Dream retreat will meet on arrival day at the retreat villa in the mystical village of Furnas. The group will open this once-in-a-lifetime experience with a women's circle to immerse themselves in each other's energy and set the tone for the week.
Like every day of the upcoming week, you will enjoy a healthy dinner provided by ankaways’ holistic chef to nourish your beautiful body.
The mornings will start with meditations, pranayama, and yoga sessions connected to a special element and energy center of the body, or a free movement practice to align your energy and connect to yourself.
Afterwards, the group will share a delicious vegetarian brunch in the spacious living area, followed by some free time to journal, take walks, and connect with the wonderful nature right outside the house, or engage in deep rest and rejuvenation.
The afternoons will be dedicated to ceremonies, trips, and workshops, all aimed at breaking free from limitations, embracing the wild woman within you, opening your heart, and stepping into your highest self and self-worth.
These activities will foster exploration and expression, connection and community, clarity and awakening, and the discovery of your unique gifts. The group will also begin the week with a cleansing in the hot natural thermal waters of Furnas.
During this week, you will connect to your individual intentions for the retreat, create your own affirmations, paint your beautiful body with natural resources, and connect to yourself through self-love practices.
You will also drink water directly from the spring, dance your beautiful butt off, swim in a waterfall, cherish and honor each other, learn to accept and love your body, and create true sisterhood through sharing and supporting.
An empowering photoshoot in the wild nature will also allow you to play with your sensuality and embody your highest self.
You will connect with the nourishing and grounding earth, the wild and free Azorean wind, the cleansing Atlantic Ocean, and the volcanic fire of the island, culminating in a powerful integration and reconnection of all elements and the medicine they carry.
By the end of this week, you will not only be nourished in all ways, but also be the wildest, most empowered woman you can imagine, with a whole new tribe of sisters standing by your side. ankaways will provide a space of unconditional acceptance where every part of you is welcome.
Why ankaways’ hosting makes a difference
This retreat will be hosted by Anna Romagna and Katarina Rehak, and they are a passionate yoga teacher and a women empowerment coach, dedicated to connect deeply with each of their students.
Anna's teaching goes beyond physical postures, exploring profound energetic work to further awaken your inner power. Meanwhile, Katarina will guide you through dance and self-expression to embody your elevated self.
Each session aims to create a space wherein serenity and energy converge, allowing the students to discover a space for healing and recharging. Join them for an experience that will transcend the mat, inspiring transformation and fulfillment with every breath.
What being a wild woman means to them:
- Trusting their instincts and being true to themselves
- Exploring their passions without holding back
- Expressing their feelings openly and standing up for their beliefs
- Accepting all parts of themselves, even the challenging ones
- Breaking free from societal conditioning
- Finding freedom in their true selves and strength in vulnerability
- Finding their voice, owning their power, and embracing their vibrant, untamed essence
Here’s what a typical day looks like
- 08:00 Meditation and pranayama
- 08:30 Creative and dynamic exploration for 75 minutes (yoga, dance, movement, journaling)
- 10:15 Brunch (veggie)
- Free time for integrating, exploring, walking, cycling, relaxing in the garden, etc.
- 17: 00 Full body release and energy work at a magical waterfall
- 19:00 Dinner
- Open late evening
