What to expect?

This retreat offers space to simply be.  Time to rest, reflect, or do nothing at all - whether that's reading under a tree, relaxing by the pool or enjoying quiet moments in nature.  Alongside this, you'll be invited into self-care rituals, mindful movement and open discussion exploring ancient wisdom and modern thought - with room to gently step beyond your comfort zone and reconnect with what matters most .

We hope you will discover the Alchemy that lies within us all.

Retreat Schedule

FRIDAY 11th:

  • Arrival from 4pm
  • Orientation - Meet and Greet 5pm
  • Dinner 6pm
  • Welcoming Circle 7.30pm

 

SATURDAY 12th:

  • Breakfast 8.30-9.30am
  • Workshop 1) 10am - 12noon - MORNING BODY RESET - reset your body, set up your day - 
  • Lunch 12.30-1.30pm
  • Workshop 2) 2pm-4pm - CYCLES & RENEWAL - reflecting on 2025 through to 2027 - the symbolism of Chinese zodiac and numerology
  • FREETIME- 4.30-6pm
  • Dinner - 6.15-7.15pm
  • Reflecting on the day 7.30-8.30pm

 

SUNDAY 13TH:

  • Breakfast 8.30-9.30am
  • Workshop 1) 10am - 11am MORNING BODY RESET - myofascial release, stretching, breathing, mindfulness.
  • Workshop 2) 11am-12.15pm RHYTHM & RELEASE - combining music with movement, chants, sound to elevate our vibration.
  • Lunch 12.30-1.30pm
  • Workshop 3) 2-4pm EXPLORING INTUITION - getting to know our intuition using pendulums, cards, partner exercises 
  • FREETIME 4.30pm onwards- Your FREE EVENING - to explore - dinner is up to you - massage time - beach time. Your Choice. Exploring Lagos.

 

MONDAY 14TH:

  • Breakfast 8-9am
  • Workshop 1) MORNING BODY RESET 9.30-10.30am
  • Workshop 2) RAISING OUR VIBRATION 10.30-12pm with chanting, breathing, sound techniques & ending with tuning into our Intuition.
  • Lunch 12.30-1.30pm
  • Workshop 3) LONGEVITY & SPIRITUALITY 2-4pm
  • FREETIME 4.30-6pm
  • Dinner 6.15-7.15pm
  • Workshop 4) Guasha, EFT, Facial massage self care time 7.45-8.15pm
  • Reflecting on your experiences - 8.15-8.45pm
  • Closing Circle 9pm 

 

TUESDAY 15TH

  • Breakfast 8am (time may change)
  • Check out is 10am

 

NB. Schedule is subject to change based on group needs and conditions

If you arrive prior to 4pm on the Friday you may relax by the pool whilst your await your room and the same if you have a late flight on the Tuesday.

 

Explore ancient wisdom and modern insights

The retreat program will  include reflective exploration of spirituality and how we connect or don't connect, to the Great Unknown.

PAST, PRESENT & WHAT'S UNFOLDING

A reflective workshop exploring the themes of  2025 Year of the Wood Snake and how it may have affected us personally, with insight into the emerging energies of the Fire Horse 2026 and the Fire Goat 2027.

 

Additionally, we'll discuss the lifestyle patterns of the Blue Zones and some of the longevity principles and how we may find inspiration from these communities:

  • having  a sense purpose
  • the benefits of 'downtime' as a stress downshift
  • over eating
  • strong family/friend bonds
  • healthy sunshine time
  • movement
  • cultivating faith in something greater.

 

 

One Hour TREAT or WELLNESS time:

Included in your Retreat price is an hour massage OR reiki energy healing/

Alternatively, you might prefer to book an hour Boxing class or an hour of learning self defense techniques with Karl our personal trainer and martial arts teacher (who also happens to be Bella's husband). 

Bella will provide each of you with options of times for the hour of wellness. This will be during your scheduled Free time.  We will need to book these in advance so you will know well ahead what day you have your session on.

Is the Alchemy Within Retreat for you?

This female only retreat has been shaped by years of lived experience - attending retreats, listening to clients and guests - engaging in honest, often raw conversations about personal challenges, purpose, grief and what it means to come together as a community. 

If you are looking for a holiday that offers both sanctuary and freedom - private moments of peace and tranquility, afternoons by the pool, easy walks for local treats or time exploring the calcada portuguesa (cobbled) lane ways of Lagos old town - this could be exactly what you've been waiting for.