WARRIOR of LIGHT | Portugal Argave
15-19 october 2026 | Monchique | Casa de Cura
„ a deep, embodied initiation into your inner fire.“
THE ESSENCE .
Warrior of Light is a 5-day yoga and breathwork retreat in Monchique, Algarve, Portugal (15–19 October 2026) at Casa de Cura. Giulia Lops and Kerstin Marx — holds an exclusive group of 10 for Budokon yoga, primal movement, breathwork journeys, chakra healing and shadow integration.
This retreat is for you if you are done dimming your radiance and want intensity in the body — to sweat, feel, break a pattern, and be seen without a mask. Not a spa week. An embodied initiation:
ignite . integrate . illuminate
3 spots left
5 days • exclusive container
from €1,666 · Four-part payment plan
Bring a soulmate and save €111 extra!
Your inner warrior is calling. Will you answer?
THE PROMISE.
Welcome, warrior of light.
You don’t have to fight. You don’t have to simply endure. You are allowed to stand in what is true in you—and keep your heart open. Sometimes it finds you in the silence:
A warmth rising from within. With every breath, you remember a little more who you really are. Not loud. Not perfect. But unmistakably there. You are imperfect, and that is allowed. You carry the marks of what you have lived through—and that is exactly why you can rise again. Your strength is not in hardening. It is in choosing love instead of closing off, truth instead of silence. Then the light holds you. Then love becomes the way you meet others and yourself: clear, and still gentle.
The light is not somewhere outside you. It beats in you. Let it come.
We invite you now into the circle of light-filled warriors—and we share our strength with you. Not as an idea, but as something that connects us in body, heart, and spirit.
open . remember . rise
“There comes a moment when staying the same is more painful than change.”
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When the body starts whispering what the mind no longer knows how to say.
When you feel the pulse of something ancient inside you — asking for space.
For release. For truth.
Warrior of the Light is a portal into that place.
Five days. A small circle.
The mountains of Monchique.
Movement as medicine.
Breath as a blade that opens, not wounds.
Shadow met with courage — so it can belong.
No more dimming your light to keep peace.
This is not a performance.
This is a sacred training ground.
This is the practice of remembering who you are when nothing is left but breath, bone and truth.
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„The way you move reshapes the way you live.“ — Giulia Lops
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THE OFFER.
WHO THIS IS FOR
You have learned to be strong, adaptable, easy to love. You hold it together.
And still, something in you will not go quiet — a fire that knows you were born for more than keeping your own light contained.
This retreat is for the one who is finished playing small, and ready to meet the cost of becoming larger.
This space is for you if you
are tired of dimming your radiance to keep harmony
crave intensity, challenge and clarity — in the body, not only in conversation
want to break cycles that live in muscle, breath and posture
are willing to sweat, cry, howl, break a pattern — and be witnessed without a mask
feel the fire rising and are ready to follow it
This is not the right retreat if you
need a gentle landing, deep rest and nourishment first — that is Inner Temple, one week later in the same sanctuary
want a spa week, a yoga holiday or a packed sightseeing trip
want to hide behind your mask and your stories, rather than accepting them and embracing them with an open heart
If these words make your heart beat faster — even quietly — the warrior is already standing up.
Come as you are — all of you. The light you have is ready to blaze.
“Your light never hid in distant skies— it simmers, soft ember, in every breath you claim.”
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE — FOUR FIRES
Over five days, four streams find one another and become a single initiation.
Nothing here is decorative. No ornament. No extra beauty added so the space will look complete. Every silence, every threshold, every word is doing the work it came to do. And what it asks of you is this:
Inhabit your power without going to war with your shadow.
Not after you have defeated what hurts.
Not once the hidden parts have been made presentable.
Let your strength be large enough to hold what still trembles, still rages, still remembers. Let the light and the dark sit at the same table until they no longer need to fight for a place in your life
THE TOOLS
IGNITE with Budokon Yoga & Primal Movement
bring precision and fluidity back to the body so it can wake as an ally, not a project — strength without hardness.
OPEN up with Breathwork Journeys
to reach what talk cannot, so emotion can move, capacity can grow, and you can breathe into truth until the old armour no longer has to hold everything in place.
CLEAR with Energy Healing & Chakra Work
to restore subtle power and loosen old imprints, so the current that shapes your path can move again.
INTEGREAT with Somatic Rituals & Journaling
and raw circles, rage, grief, shame and buried joy are met unflinching and not fixed — so you can be witnessed rather than improved.
“In the moment you recognize yourself, everything is perfect.” — Kerstin Marx
THE GIFT .
Four fires. One initiation. Peace as the way home.
THE PATH.
WHAT THESE FIVE DAYS ARE DESIGNED TO DO
You are not asked to become someone else. You are asked to arrive as you are, let what has been held begin to move, invite the exiled parts home, and remember a radiance that does not need an audience.
Peace is the way home. The warrior is not summoned. It is remembered.
Thursday — Open
Arrive. Drop the performance.
Let the land and the circle register you as you are.
The gate opens. The fire is lit, not forced.
Friday — Ignite
Movement and breath turn the heat up with intelligence.
What has been held begins to move.
The warrior is not summoned. She is remembered.
Saturday — Meet
Shadow work.
The parts you exiled are invited back — not to punish, to reclaim.
Pain is allowed to become strength without a story that makes it pretty.
Sunday — Illuminate
Energy, integration, the body as holy ground.
Radiance that does not need an audience.
Light that can stay when the room goes quiet.
Monday — Rise
You do not leave as a new personality.
You come home as you truly are.
We awaken your fierce Warrior of Light — dissolving fear, igniting truth, setting you free.
THE GUIDES .
Join us on this soul-stirring journey.
We, Giulia and Kerstin, warmly invite you to join on a life-changing journey, where we’ll guide you to rediscover the vibrant connection between your body, mind, and soul.
Together, we are a dynamic duo, united by our shared commitment to self-discovery and well-being. Our retreat is more than an experience—it’s a profound exploration that blends Budokon’s warrior spirit with the yogi’s serenity, offering you tools to break free from anxiety and embrace a new way of feeling, moving, and living.
Let us walk beside you, to uncover the beauty of your soul and awaken the clarity and strength within. Join us for this transformative journey, where the invisible touches your heart, and your true essence shines.
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With love and excitement,
Giulia & Kerstin
GIULIA LOPS - „The way you move reshapes the way you live. “
Brazilian yoga teacher, breathwork coach and Budokon ambassador.
Fluid, adventurous movement — posture, dynamic breath, rhythmic somatics and warrior strength — to liberate the fierce, luminous power in you.
The key to change rests within you.“
KERSTIN MARX- „Uniqueness is your greatest competence.“
Founder of AMUN studio Zürich. Yoga, energy and spirit guide.
Continuous flow, potent asana, conscious breath, stillness and energy work — so the current can move and your signature can lead.
„Your energy shapes your path and your world.“
Sacred Flame. Sovereign Soul. Unbreakable Will.
„Two guides, one flame —
discover the light of the warrior with us.“
THE SANCTUARY .
We call you home to
– a hidden oasis of tranquility in the Monchique Mountains, in the heart of the Portuguese Algarve.
Surrounded by nature and firmly rooted in the earth, it is not a hotel with a yoga terrace, but a retreat for introspection and community.
Houses on the hillside, barefoot paths winding between them, and space to pause, recharge, and realign. Here, the warrior can move, breathe, rest, remember, and rise again.
The rooms are located in small houses. There are only two single rooms; the shared rooms are spacious and quiet.
First come, first served.
THE FRAME .
To keep the fire intimate and true, Warrior of Light is limited to 10 participants.
Two single rooms only.
Take a look and choose the right room for you.
IGNITE · INTEGRATE · ILLUMINTE
WARRIOR of LIGHT
Thu 15 – Mon 19 October 2026
5 days / 4 nights
“A deep, embodied initiation into your inner fire.”
For the one who is done dimming. Budokon yoga, primal movement, breathwork journeys, chakra healing and shadow integration.
Intensity is chosen — never performed.
3 spots left · exclusive container of 10
triple room per person
inner circle 1´666 € | until 04.10.2026
regular 1´888 €
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double room per person
inner circle1´888 € | until 04.10.2026
regular 2´111 €
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single room per person
inner circle 2´111 € | until 04.10.2026
regular 2´444 €
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BONUS: come with a soulmate and pay 111 € less
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Hold your place.
Reserve by paying “I stand by myself”
deposit of € 888. The space is then yours.
pay in two parts - HERE
€ 444 now - rest next month
We offer a gentle four-part payment plan tailored to your current life situation, because your transformation and inner warrior light matter more than any financial barrier.
Please reach out — we’re here with an open heart and would love to talk about how we can make this retreat feel accessible for you.
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First come, first served – we have only two single rooms available. The shared rooms are beautifully spread across five small houses, each offering generous space and a deeply quiet, peaceful retreat for your personal time.
GOOD TO KNOW
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4 nights at Casa de Cura in a single or shared room
the full Warrior of Light programme: movement, breath, energy, shadow, circles
Shuttle from FARO airport
evening circle / special night
nourishing vegetarian / vegan meals: morning snack, generous brunch, 3-course dinner, fruit, teas, infusions
integration time each day — recovery is part of the training
practice essentials on site (mats, blankets, cushions)
a personal heart message to carry home
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flights to Portugal
travel insurance (strongly recommended)
airport transfers from Lissabon — we help organise a shared shuttle to casa de cura
personal extras and optional treatments
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Nestled in the Monchique Mountains, our sanctuary is easy to reach. Here are the best ways to journey to us:
From Faro (Closest Airport)
Our Shuttle: We offer a dedicated retreat shuttle service. Contact us ahead of time to book your seat!
Taxi / Rideshare: Local taxis or apps like Uber/Bolt cost approximately €70 – €90 one-way (approx. 1 hour and 10 mins).
From Lisbon
FlixBus: A budget-friendly, eco-friendly option from Lisbon to the Algarve for €8 – €25. From the bus stop, you can take our shuttle or a short taxi ride.
Rental Car: For full freedom, rental cars start around €3 – €7 per hour (€25 – €50 per day plus fuel/tolls). The scenic drive takes about 2.5 to 3 hours.
Regardless of how you choose to travel, please share your arrival details with us in advance so we can ensure your journey into the mountains is as smooth and peaceful as possible!
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This is an example schedule — gentle and spacious — and can be flexibly adapted during the retreat to honor the group’s energy, the natural flow of the day, and any intuitive shifts that arise.
08:00 – 09:00 | Morning awakening & optional gentle session (breath, walk, stillness)
09:00 – 9:30 | Morning snack, tea & pause
09:30 – 11:00 | guided class (movement, mobility, energy)
11:00 – 13:00 | Self-care & & groupe dynamics (integration, nature, journal, rest)
13:00 – 14:30 | Generous brunch & light connection
14:30 – 16:30 | guided class or session (deeper inner work or reflection)
16:30 – 19:00 | Open free time (rest, land, personal treat)
19:00 – 20:00 | 3-course dinner & shared evening wind-down
20:00 | Close - special nights extend here (optional short circle or quiet rest)
This rhythm supports deep presence while leaving room for the magic that unfolds naturally in our small, intimate circle.
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Spaces are limited to 10 participants — secure your spot early!
1. Register your interest
Sign up via the contact form on the website
let us know your accommodation and preferred room so we can check availability
2. Secure your place with the deposit
To reserve your spot, make a non-refundable “I STAND BY MYSELF” deposit of 888 €
Pay conveniently via TWINT, bank transfer, or via credit card (payment details will be shared after registration).
Once your deposit is received, your place is confirmed.
3. Pay the remaining balance
The remaining amount is due 30 days before the retreat start date.
This is your commitment to showing up fully — for yourself and the group. We look forward to welcoming you on this powerful journey!
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This retreat is for you if you are open to conscious, powerful bodywork that awakens deep somatic intelligence and releases what the mind alone cannot reach.
Ideal if you are seeking profound emotional and energetic transformation — ready to meet, feel, and alchemize the layers that keep your light contained.
Perfect for those who long to cultivate more embodied strength, clarity, and inner freedom — stepping into a fuller, unapologetic presence in body, heart, and soul.
Designed for souls willing to consciously feel their emotions, open vulnerably in a small, safe group, and engage in intensive, authentic inner work without masks.
A sacred space for people who want to move differently, feel deeply, and reconnect authentically — rediscovering the quiet fire that knows you were born for more than just holding it together.
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Through this intentional blend of practices, the retreat invites you to:
Budokon Yoga & Primal Movement * Precision, fluidity, and physical intelligence awaken your body — building strength, grace, and primal vitality.
Breathwork Journeys * Unlock emotions. Expand your capacity. Breathe into your truth — releasing what no longer serves and opening new dimensions of aliveness.
Energy Healing & Chakra Work * Reconnect with subtle power and clear emotional imprints — restoring balance, vitality, and inner light.
Somatic Rituals & Journaling * Turn sensation into awareness. Thought into integration — tracking the body’s wisdom for lasting transformation.
Group Circles & Deep Listening* Share, reflect, and be witnessed — without fixing or hiding — in a container of authentic connection and support.
This is an initiation: a call to embody courage, compassion, and clarity. Rise as the Warrior of Light you were always meant to be.
Join us. Breathe deep. Move freely. Heal wholly. Shine brightly.
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Do I need to be advanced in yoga?
No. You need a body willing to work and a psyche willing to feel. Budokon and primal are taught. Intensity is chosen — never performed.I am coming alone.
Most do. Ten people. No one stays ornamental.How is this different from Inner Temple?
Warrior of Light is fire: ignite, integrate, illuminate. Inner Temple (22–26 October, same sanctuary) is hush: receive, nourish, listen, bloom. Some women do both. Many need one. If you stand between them, take the discovery call.What language is the retreat?
Held in English, with German available in 1:1 moments.What if I cannot pay at once?
A four-part plan is possible. Write to us.Cancellation
For retreats abroad, cancellation is possible up to 12 weeks before start, with a handling fee of € 400 After that, no refund — a replacement participant can be named. Travel insurance is the kind layer around this.
THE CLOSING.
These five days offer you a safe haven, a sense of community, a routine, and the confidence to step fully out of the shadows and into the light.
Come as you are. With everything that makes you who you are. With the parts of yourself you’ve polished, and with those you’ve buried.
The warrior within you is calling. Will you answer?
FOR QUESTIONS .
Let’s create open space together.
You feel the call of your inner Warrior of the Light seeking a deep pause — yet questions about the journey or your booking linger?
We are here for you.
Send us a message or book your personal discovery call right away. In a short, heart-open conversation we’ll clarify every detail and sense together whether this retreat is the perfect next step to awaken and embody your light.