with Steffi Grube

Portugal end of  November has still mild temperatures, violet and pink sky and misty mornings. We use this magic to pre-close the year 2023. Expect house-cleaning Katonah Yoga practices, magical Kundalini Breathwork sessions & Pre-Rauhnächte journaling and meditation. Dont't forget lake dips & Picnics at the beach.

This will be a plunge into Katonah Yoga and all things Magic. Because what oftentimes happens in the daily little tasks of life is - magic disappears. We will bring the magic back! Working with our bodies, breath and stillness.

There is no better place for this than Cocoon with it’s oversized hammocks under old growth pines and fresh water lake to let the soul dangle and enjoy a glass of wine in solitude or good conversation. The Ocean is only a 15 min drive away.

A Morning Dip in the lake, spending afternoons at the beach, nurturing yourself with the warmth of freshly baked bread. Dance in your room, leave roses anonymously on somebody elses doorstep. The world is yours. Come with me on this magical once in a lifetime trip.

Perfect for bringing things to an end and focusing on what really matters. 

November sun in Portugal is beautiful - the mornings may be misty, dreamy creamy in pink and violet. Sun sets are super colourful as the sun stands really close to the earth.

Steffi Grube is a Katonah Yoga Teacher from Cologne, Germany. She loves the combination of practical body input and intellectual information. She is curious about how to heal your body, keep you balanced and listen to your own intelligent system. Steffi is also trained in Acupuncture. She is the co-founder of the yoga project „This is holy“ (thisisholy.de). When she isn't teaching yoga she writes radio features or is on a hunt for good (often decaf) coffee. 

A light structure with Katonah Yoga & Kundalini classes in the mornings and Breathwork, Journaling & meditation sessions in the afternoon. Katonah Yoga Theory will be woven into the classes as well as lots of restorative poses. Supplying perfect balance between retreat and free time to find rest, build friendships or go on adventurous explorations. 

Get ready for a new experience of your body, mind & soul. Combining movement with stillness - and a deep connection to your own inner magic.

Cocoon is a stunning coastal farm & retreat center in Alentejo region about two hours drive from either Faro or Lisboa. It has two yoga shalas (in- and outdoor), a fresh water lake and a circus of wild chicken, goat, sheep and peacocks. 

The rooms – single/double/triple options – are clean, spacious and elegant, each opening to the outdoor courtyard. Special treat is the fresh, local farm-to-mouth food provided coming either directly from the property or nearby farms. 

A typical breakfast includes eggs, local fruit, Greek yogurt, homemade granola, local honey, homemade jam, slow-rise bread, and a daily tonic. 

Lunch is often a bowl; a base of ancient grains like farro, topped with avocado, roasted veggies, nori, or mixed greens. 

For dinner, expect Indian + Japanese curries, Mediterranean stews, legumes, rice, salad and dessert. 

Once a week the outdoor wood-fired oven is lit for pizza night!