WARRIOR of LIGHT
RETREAT | 15.-19. october 2026 | portugal . casa de cura
„ a deep, embodied initiation into your inner fire.“
THE ESSENCE .
Awaken your fearless heart in this
powerful 5-day retreat.
Led by Giulia Lops & Kerstin Marx,
this intimate embodied initiation merges:
Budokon Yoga + Primal Movement
Breathwork Journeys & Energy Activation
Chakra Healing & Somatic Liberation
Shadow Integration & raw, heart-opening circles
No more dimming your light.
Sweat, cry, howl, break old patterns, and rise in unapologetic radiance.
Perfect for seekers tired of playing small, craving real intensity, and ready to embody their inner warrior.
Limited spots • Exclusive container
Early Bird Pricing
(save before deadline):
Triple room : €1,666
Double room: €1,888
Single room : €2,111
Bring a soulmate and save €111 extra!
The light has always been inside you.
Send us an email with WARRIOR and recieve our retreat brochure
or book a heart-open discovery call today:
Your inner warrior is calling.
Will you answer?
LET it RISE.
THE CALL .
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.
A place where movement becomes medicine.
Where breath becomes a sword.
Where you meet your shadows with courage — and rise more whole than ever before.
This is a sacred training ground.
For anyone who are done playing small. Those who want to sweat, cry, howl, break open — and come home to the power beneath the performance.
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THE OFFER.
Over five sacred days, Warrior of Light becomes the vessel where the devine light takes the lead.
To guide you straight into the shadows — not to punish, but to reclaim. Not to destroy, but to illuminate what has been exiled so it can finally belong.
During this potent experience, these powerful streams merge and become one:
ENERGY ACTIVATION
EMBODIED WARRIOR MOVEMENT
SOMATIC LIBERATION
SHADOW INTEGRATION
converging into a profound and irreversible transformation.
Step into the fire of your becoming. Let us appreciate our wounds, where pain gives rise to strength.
Gaze unflinching at rage, grief, shame, buried joy— and find they rise as allies, not enemies.
Root deep in the holy temple of your body. Rise crowned in unapologetic radiance.
A Warrior whose light no longer wars with shadow and uses:
Budokon Yoga & Primal Movement
Precision, fluidity and physical intelligence awaken your body.
Breathwork Journeys
Unlock emotions. Expand your capacity. Breathe into your truth.
Energy Healing & Chakra Work
Reconnect with subtle power and clear emotional imprints.
Somatic Rituals & Journaling
Turn sensation into awareness. Thought into integration.
Group Circles & Deep Listening
Share, reflect and be witnessed — without fixing, without hiding.
“Your light never hid in distant skies— it simmers, soft ember, in every breath you claim.”
This retreat is for those, who have been holding back their full radiance for too long. For the one who has learned to “be strong, adaptable, easy to love” — yet still carries a deep, quiet fire inside that knows they were born for more.
It is for you if:
you are navigating change, to stand in your power
• you crave intensity, challenge and clarity
• you want to break cycles stored in your body
• you want to explore inner work through movement, not separate from it
• you feel the fire rising — and you’re ready to follow it
you are tired of dimming your light to keep harmony
This is not a performance.
This is your practice of remembering who you are when nothing is left but breath, bone and truth.
If these words make your heart beat faster, and your body is already whispering “yes” — even quietly — then sweet warrior, this retreat is calling you home to yourself.
Come as you are — all of you.
The light you have is ready to blaze.
THE GIFT .
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
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I am GIULIA, a Brazilian yoga teacher, breathwork coach and Budokon ambassador.
With blazing enthusiasm, I guide fluid, adventurous movement—interweaving mindful posture, dynamic breathwork, rhythmic somatics, and indomitable warrior strength to liberate the fierce, luminous power within you.
“The way you move reshapes the way you live.”
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I am KERSTIN, a heartfelt Yoga-Energy-Spirit guide dedicated to healing and awakening.
With genuine compassion, I nurture your unique essence through graceful continuous flows, potent asanas, conscious breathwork, deep stillness, and gentle energy work—clearing blockages, restoring vital flow, and igniting inner healing to attune you to life’s subtle sacred currents and reveal your authentic radiance.
“ Your energetic signature designs your path as the energy you carry shapes your world.”
„Two guides, one flame —
discover the light of the warrior with us.“
THE SANCTUARY .
We are calling you home to Casa de Cura, a hidden healing village nestled in the serene mountains of Monchique, in the heart of Portugal’s Algarve.
Off-grid and deeply rooted in the earth, this sacred sanctuary invites you to step away from the rush of the world and into a gentle rhythm where time softens, the land breathes with you, and ancient healing energies awaken your inner light.
Surrounded by nature’s quiet wisdom, organic design, and spaces infused with soft, nurturing light, this magical space offers the perfect cradle for your inner warrior to move, breath, rest, remember, and rise.
Join us here to reconnect with our light, your strengthand and the sacred pulse of life itself.
The gates of Casa de Cura await your arrival.
Step through.
The medicine is already stirring.
Sacred Flame. Sovereign Soul. Unbreakable Will.
THE FRAME .
Your well-being, fresh and healthy nourishment, and accommodation crafted with love for detail are essential to our retreats.
They create the perfect frame to let go, feel truly at home, and fully open the door to immerse yourself in this dedicated time of renewal.
To preserve the intimate, transformative energy of the Warrior of Light retreat at Casa de Curawe intentionally keep the group
purposely small and exclusive
allowing deep connection, shared vulnerability, and personalized presence in a sacred, safe container.
Take a look and choose the right room for you.
triple room per person
early bird 1´666 € | until 17.7.2026
regular 1´888 €
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double room per person
early bird 1´888 € | until 17.7.2026
regular 2´111 €
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single room per person
early bird 2´111 € | until 11.3.2026
regular 2´444 €
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BONUS: come with a soulmate and pay 111 € less
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Accommodation for 5 days and 4 nights — in a comfortable single or shared room (your choice, based on availability), designed with love for detail and off-grid serenity at Casa de Cura.
Daily program — two guided classes/sessions per day (tailored to inner work, movement, reflection, or energy practices), plus one special, magical evening experience.
Group dynamics & shared circle — intimate group processes, connection, and collective energy in our purposely small and exclusive setting for deep authenticity and support.
Dedicated self-care time — unstructured space each day to rest, integrate, journal, walk in nature, or simply be — allowing your inner warrior to breathe freely.
Personal heart message — a meaningful, individualized note or reflection crafted just for you to carry forward.
Nourishing meals — generous vegetarian/vegan brunch, a beautifully prepared 3-course dinner each evening, plus morning snacks, fresh fruit, unlimited water, herbal teas, and infusions throughout the day.
Essentials for your practice — yoga mats, blankets, meditation pillows, and other supportive props provided on-site.
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Flights — International or domestic air travel to/from Portugal is not included. We recommend booking flexible tickets to align with our arrival/departure windows.
Travel insurance — We strongly advise purchasing comprehensive travel and health insurance that covers cancellations, medical emergencies)
Transportation to/from the retreat — Airport transfers or private travel are not included.
(We happily assist in organizing a shared shuttle from Faro Airport (or nearby points) for those who wish to join — please let us know in advance so we can coordinate carpooling and keep it simple and eco-friendly)
Personal expenses
Additional treatments
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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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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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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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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.
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.