So Hum Collective · Retreat guide
Seven days in Portugal,
with space to slow down.
A small group, morning practice and unhurried afternoons on the Atlantic coast.
Meet 4elements: a yoga and meditation retreat in Póvoa de Penafirme, near Santa Cruz.
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Could this be your kind of break?
Consider this retreat if you would enjoy a regular morning practice, shared meals and time near the ocean, with afternoons left open. The small-group format offers a different experience from a large resort or a completely independent holiday.
The organiser currently calls the programme 7 Day The Art of Being Retreat on Portugal’s West Coast. Its mix of classes, workshops and outings is worth reading carefully: a quiet setting does not necessarily mean an entirely silent or unscheduled week.
We haven’t personally visited this retreat. This guide is a starting point for your research, based on the organiser’s current BookYogaRetreats listing.
What’s included?
- Six nights in a single or double room with a private bathroom.
- Six morning yoga sessions, including one aerial yoga session.
- Five meditation or meditative practice sessions.
- Vegetarian meals, fruit, tea, coffee and filtered water.
- Three guided walks and a trip to Óbidos and Nazaré.
- Four practical workshops and a short individual Human Design session.
- Lisbon Airport transfers at specified times.
Confirm the full inclusions, teachers and timetable for your selected dates and room. Human Design is an advertised programme element, not a clinical assessment or established health treatment.
What to budget for
Flights, travel and health insurance, personal expenses and additional activities are not included. Transfers outside the scheduled airport pickup and drop-off windows cost extra.
Ask about any dietary supplement, extra nights or optional massage and surf lesson before comparing the complete trip cost. The current listing notes an additional charge for a gluten-free diet.
Check the live quote for your dates and number of guests rather than relying on a fixed price here.
Practice · Coast · Quiet time
Picture an ordinary day here
The sample day begins with yoga at 07:30, followed by breakfast, a workshop or outing, lunch and free time in the afternoon. Dinner and evening meditation or reflection give the day a shared rhythm.
Ask which activities are optional and what alternatives are available. An optional ocean dip is a choice, not a requirement; ask about conditions and supervision before joining.
For walks, check distances, sandy or uneven terrain and the poor-weather plan. Coastal views alone cannot tell you whether a route meets your access needs.
Before you decide
Choose your room carefully
The listing describes private bathrooms and bedrooms on the first floor. Confirm stairs, bed configuration and whether your selected room is private to your booking. A private bedroom can still be part of a sociable shared house.
Plan your arrival
The included Lisbon Airport pickup is currently Sunday at 17:00, with Saturday drop-off at 13:00. Confirm these times for your dates before buying flights, and ask what happens if a flight is delayed.
Ask the questions that matter
Tell the organiser about your experience level, dietary requirements and practical access needs. Ask about unfamiliar elements such as aerial yoga, breathwork or personal-development sessions before deciding whether to join them.
Read the booking conditions
The current listing describes a 20% non-refundable reservation deposit and the balance payable on arrival. Read the actual terms for your booking, including organiser cancellation or programme changes, and save the details you accept.
A few useful questions
Is this retreat suitable for beginners?
The listing identifies beginner and intermediate levels. Ask the hosts about the style, pace and adaptations of the current classes, including alternatives to aerial yoga if needed.
How much free time is there?
Afternoons are described as free time. Check the timetable for your dates and which workshops, walks and excursions fall elsewhere in the day. Ask whether you may skip activities without an explanation.
Are airport transfers included?
Yes, at specified Lisbon Airport times only. The current listing gives Sunday 17:00 pickup and Saturday 13:00 drop-off. Other times are extra; confirm the complete journey and any additional cost before arranging flights.
Where can I see the current price and rooms?
Open the BookYogaRetreats listing, select your dates and room package, and ask the organiser for a complete quote. Check currency, number of guests, dietary extras and cancellation terms.
Who handles questions and bookings?
Use BookYogaRetreats to contact 4elements and arrange the booking. So Hum Collective shares this researched option; we do not operate the retreat.
Take your time choosing
A closer look, whenever you’re ready.
Explore the rooms, read the programme and ask what would help you decide whether this is the right week away for you.
Enquire about datesOn BookYogaRetreats, choose “Send Inquiry” to check dates, rooms or ask a question. Clicking does not make a booking.
Details checked on 25 October 2026 against the 4elements listing on BookYogaRetreats. Programmes, prices, availability and conditions can change; confirm them directly before booking.
Planning your first stay? Read our first meditation retreat guide or our questions for solo retreat travellers.
Before comparing room options, use our wellness retreat budget checklist to include travel, transfer timing, extra nights and booking terms in the full cost.
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