Name: Flow, Nourish, & Thrive 2.0
Start: 2024-11-14
End: 2024-11-19
Location: Olhão, Portugal

Matthew Shaw Yoga

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7 reviews

Nov 14 - 19, 2024

Group size: 12 - 19

Flow, Nourish, & Thrive 2.0

Olhão, Portugal

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Matthew Shaw Yoga

Email address verified

7 reviews

$NaN

Nov 14 - 19, 2024

Group size: 12 - 19

5 Nights Accomodations
Each room is unique and beautifully-appointed
Two Yoga Sessions Daily
See the description in the "Itinerary" section for more details about our practices
Daily Light Breakfast
Pre-yoga small breakfast: fruit, granola, coffee, tea
Daily Brunch & Dinner
Plant-based, locally-inspired cuisine
Pool
On the rooftop! Solar-heated (when needed) and private - just for us!
Midweek Cooking Class
Learn how to prepare delicious vegan food from our amazing chef, Diana!
Midweek Outing
Join us as we head to one of the islands for a day of fun in the sun
Yoga Props
Casa Fuzetta has all the high-quality props that we'll need, including yoga mats, straps, and bolsters. You're welcome to bring your own mat, of course!
Set of Towels
1 x hand towel, 1 x bath towel, 1 x bath mat, 1 x pool towel
Hairdryer
Laundry on-site
La-Eva bathroom sets
Body wash, lotion, shampoo & conditioner
Midweek Maid Service
a change of bath linen on day 3
WiFi
Welcome Bubbly

Airfare
Travel Insurance
*Highly recommended*
Airport to Casa travel
We will provide info for transfer companies
Alcoholic Beverages
We will have welcome bubbly but during the rest of the stay it is BYOB
Extra Activities
Besides our included group outing, there's so much to do and explore in the area -- we will send out suggestions as we get nearer to the retreat
Spa Treatments
Massages / La-Eva Deep Release & Sensory Immersion Experience / La-Eva Full-Body Scrub
Private Yoga Sessions
Work one-on-one with Matthew to deepen your practice.
Professional Photography
Andrew, our program coordinator and professional photographer, will be on board the whole time if you want any portraits during your stay

The Tower Suite

$2,020

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The Crystal Suite

$2,020

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The Dancer Suite

$1,710

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The Post Colonial Suite

$1,710

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The Gallery Suite

$2,540

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The Music Suite

$2,540

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The Courtyard Suite

$1,510

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The Buddha Room

$1,510

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The Clock Room

$1,510

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The Spiral Suite

$2,340

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The Vaulted Room

$2,340

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Second Spiral Suite guest booking

$1,120

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Day 1 • Thursday, Nov 14
Day 1 • Thursday, Nov 14
Arrival day 😀
CHECK-IN TIME IS 4pm, so feel free to arrive any time after that - we'll be ready to welcome you and show you to your amazing room!

6pm • Welcome Practice

We'll do a short slow-flow practice to help you shake off the travel (think: juicy hip openers, shoulder stretches, and grounding breathwork).

7:30pm • Dinner

We'll pour the bubbly, toast to the start of an incredible week, and then sit down (most likely al fresco!) to enjoy our first dinner together.
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Days 2 - 5 • Nov 15-18
Days 2 - 5 • Nov 15-18
Yoga, Algarve, Islands, Amazing Food, Pool, More Yoga, & Great Friends
Here's what our daily schedule will look like:

Light Breakfast • 7:30 to 8:30am

Morning Practice • 8:30 to 10am

A well-rounded, energetic flow during which you'll deepen your physical practice of hip openers, backbends, standing poses, arm balances, and inversions, while also incorporating meditation and pranayama.

Brunch • 10:00 to 11:30am

FREE TIME • 11:30am to 4:30pm

** We'll have a mid-week group outing (included in the price) to one of the nearby outlying islands - beach, sun, and fun!

Afternoon Practice, Part 1 • 4:30 to 5:30pm

A more challenging practice concentrating on the arm balances and inversions that we touched upon during the morning session.

Afternoon Practice, Part 2 • 5:30pm to 6:30pm

A slow, quiet practice, with longer-held postures, breathwork, and concluding with Yoga Nidra.

*For those who want a more intense practice, come to the first session. For those who want a more chill, quiet experience, come to the second session. For those who want it ALL, come to both! In other words, you are welcome to attend either or both of these sessions to make the afternoon your own.

Dinner • 7:30pm
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Day 6 • Tuesday, Nov 19
Day 6 • Tuesday, Nov 19
Departure Day 😞
We'll round out our incredible week by squeezing in one more rejuvenating practice and sharing our final meal together!

8am • Short Morning Practice

A simple, steady flow to get your body and mind ready for travel, and to connect as a community one last time.

9am • Breakfast

CHECK-OUT TIME IS 11AM
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Day 1 • Thursday, Nov 14

Arrival day 😀

Matthew Shaw Yoga

7 reviews

Matthew (E-RYT 500) came to yoga teaching after a fulfilling career as a professional opera singer. He was already a long-time yoga practitioner when he started teaching in 2018, and as both a student and a teacher, he found that yoga helped him to find more mental tranquility while also becoming stronger in his body. Matthew’s offerings combine the physicality and athleticism of a strong, breath focused vinyasa flow, along with the powerful mental benefits of mindfulness and introspection. His main teacher is Jason Crandell.

Regardless of your age, race, job, or background, you were able to be yourself with no judgement and that is all credit to Matthew and the environment he creates as both a person and yoga instructor. I went into the retreat only knowing Matthew and came out with 20+ new friends across the US and Europe. Hearing the laughs and seeing the smiles of those who just met is something I will never forget. I am so beyond grateful for the time I spent in Portugal and for Matthew and his team who made it all happen (s/o Andrew, Diana, Robert, & Carmen - you guys are simply the best!). If you ever get the chance to take a class with Matthew or better yet, go on an international retreat with him, don't pass the opportunity up!

By Claire B for Flow, Nourish, & Thrive 2.0 on Dec 03, 2024

Matthew's yoga retreat in Portugal was an exceptional experience. The accommodations were beautifully appointed, offering a serene and comfortable environment. Matthew is an outstanding yoga instructor who truly excels at catering to students of all levels. His daily yoga sessions were masterfully designed, ranging from challenging flow practices that tested our strength and endurance to gentle restorative sessions that allowed for deep healing and relaxation. A standout feature of the retreat was the culinary experience. Matthew brought along two incredibly talented chefs who prepared delicious, nourishing meals that perfectly complemented our yoga practice. I cannot recommend this retreat highly enough for anyone seeking a transformative yoga getaway that balances challenge, relaxation, and personal care.

By Taylor R for Flow, Nourish, & Thrive 2.0 on Nov 29, 2024

Amazing yoga retreat in gorgeous Casa Fuzetta. I didn’t know anyone prior to the trip but had a wonderful time with a friendly fun group of people. Matthew planned a great week of yoga practices where I definitely progressed and got stronger. He also planned a beautiful boat trip to a nearby island. The vegan food by talented Diana Scholls was delicious and satisfying and I am not a vegan.

By Jean C for Flow, Nourish, & Thrive 2.0 on Nov 22, 2024

Overall great experience, wonderful people, food and accommodations.

By Annette B for Flow, Nourish, & Thrive 2.0 on Nov 21, 2024

It was amazing! I still can’t believe it was real. The villa is beautiful, having dinner every night I felt like legit Royalty. I am a full meat and cheese lover but I didn’t miss any of it because the plant based food was so tasty and filling. I couldn’t fit in dessert some nights I ate so much. Diana’s recipes are incredibly delicious. Matthew is an amazing yoga teacher. I got to learn a lot of technical stuff for being new to yoga and was really able to deepen my appreciation for the practice. Everyone involved in the retreat I consider my new but good friend now. It was perfect and I wouldn’t change anything. Best week of my life so far. 100/10 would do it again.