Back to the Roots 2.0 Retreat in Portugal
May 27th - May 31st, 2026 • Ericeira, Portugal
Reconnect, Restore, and Recharge by the Ocean
Last year’s Back to the Roots retreat was so transformative that hosts Anne Gocht and Laura Gomez felt deeply called to bring it back for a second edition—Back to the Roots 2.0.
Over 5 days and 4 nights in Portugal, this retreat reunites three ancient healing practices—Yoga, Sound Healing, and Ayurveda—to help reset your nervous system, restore balance, and offer practical tools you can integrate into everyday life.
You are warmly invited to spend a week in the stunning coastal town of Ericeira, just 30 minutes from Lisbon, staying in a premium oceanfront villa. Together, you’ll explore the 5,000-year-old wisdom of Yoga, Sound, and Ayurveda while immersing ourselves in a nurturing, intentional community.
This retreat is open to both beginners and advanced practitioners, offering guidance and inspiration to deepen your practice, calm the nervous system, and rediscover inner balance. Through a carefully curated blend of movement, meditation, and mindful rituals, you’ll be supported in fully relaxing, restoring, and reconnecting—with yourself and with others.
This retreat is about returning to yourself, returning to nature, and enjoying life fully. It’s not just a pause; it’s a practice of reconnection, grounding, and simplicity that you can revisit again and again
The three holistic pillars which will support your journey:
Yoga: Traditional Vinyasa Yoga energizes and harmonizes your body, while gentle Yin Yoga encourages integration and letting go. Pranayama practices activate Prana, helping you connect with your life force.
Sound Healing: Ancient Tibetan singing bowls and Cacao ceremonies guide you into deep relaxation, emotional release, and presence.
Ayurveda: Known as the “Science of Life,” Ayurveda restores balance through mindful nourishment, self-care rituals, and daily grounding practices.
Each participant completes a Dosha test before the retreat, which we will discuss during our hands-on Ayurveda cooking and healthy nutrition workshop. By the end of the retreat, you will leave with a personalized guideline for your constitution (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) and a practical roadmap for nutrition and lifestyle that supports your mind, body, and soul.
What to expect
Daily Sample Program
Wednesday
from 15.00 Arrival
16.30 - 17.30 Welcome circle with welcome gift, sharing circle and mantras
17.30 - 18.30 Vinyasa Yoga
19.30 Dinner
21.00 - 21.30 Sound Healing meets Yoga Nidra
Thursday - Saturday
08.00 - 08.30 Meditation (optional)
09.00 - 10.00 Vinyasa Yoga
10.00 - 10.30 Breathwork
11.00 Brunch
12.30 - 15.00 free time and the chance to explore the surrounding or for sauna, pool & garden, afternoon snack & tea. One afternoon includes an Ayurveda workshop or Cacao Ceremony
17.30 - 19.00 Yin Yoga with Sound Healing
19.30 Dinner
Sunday
08.00 -09.30 Vinyasa Yoga
09.30 - 10.00 Breathwork
10.00 Brunch
11.30 - 12.30 Closing ceremony with mantra chanting, sharing circle & meditation
A sample menu includes:
Brunch: Black rice porridge with cardamom, homemade apple compote, chocolate granola with coconut yogurt, green shakshuka, fresh bread & fruit
Afternoon: Apple crumble muffins, Ayurvedic spiced tea, vegan treats
Dinner: Sweet potato curry with basmati rice & mango chutney, golden milk
Unlimited tea, coffee & water are included throughout your stay.
Ayurveda-inspired food
Ayurveda treats food as medicine. All meals are vegan/vegetarian, sugar-free, and prepared with high-quality, regional, organic ingredients.
The retreat includes a hands-on Ayurveda cooking and healthy nutrition workshop, where you will learn to prepare nourishing meals suited to your Dosha type. The pre-retreat Dosha test allows us to give personalized guidance, so you leave with clear insights into what foods support your body, mind, and soul at each time of day.
Female Dorm (6 beds, ensuite): 890€
Quadruple Room (4 single beds, ensuite): 990€
Double / Twin Room (shared bathroom): 1.050€
Deluxe Suite with Sea View: 1.190€ FULLY BOOKED
Single Room (shared bathroom): 1.090€ FULLY BOOKED
Pricing
A deposit of €350 is due at registration.
Remaining balance is due 30 days before the retreat. Room sharing can be arranged for solo participants.
What’s included
2 daily yoga practices: morning Vinyasa & soft evening practice like Yin
5 x Yoga with Sound Healing
Opening & closing ceremony with sharing circle, chanting & mantra singing
4 nights in a premium beach villa (various rooms available) with ocean view
4 x daily abundant yogi brunch
4 x Ayurveda-inspired dinner
Afternoon snacks and drinks such as Ayurvedic teas and water
1 x Ayurveda cooking and nutrition workshop with dosha quiz before the retreat starts & Ayurveda-inspired food with dosha insights
1 x guided Cacao ceremony with mantra singing & sound healing bath
Use of the sauna*, garden, and pool
Handcrafted welcome gift
Bed linen & towels, hairdryer
Wifi & work desks (if required)
*The retreat only includes 1 Sauna during the stay. Additional Sauna sessions cost €10 per participant per session and only take place with a minimum of 5 people who want to use the sauna
Retreat location
The yoga retreat takes place right by the ocean in the beautiful Saone Guesthouse. It is located in the nature reserve, near the coastal town of Ericeira. Ericeira is about 30 minutes north of Lisbon. The yoga center is located right on the beach, so you can wake up to the sound of the ocean in the morning. The beautiful rocky beach of São Julião is just a 15-minute walk away.
The Saone guesthouse is equipped with everything you need to relax. The three floors of the new coastal villa offer plenty of space. There is a large eat-in kitchen and a large living room with a fireplace. There is also a reading corner. In the garden there is a pool, hammocks and sun loungers. On the ground floor, there is a sauna, a wellness area and our large yoga room with sea views. It doesn’t get any better than this.
Meet your hosts
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Laura is a Berlin-based Yoga teacher with roots in Spain. Since 2012, yoga has been an integral part of Laura’s life, both on and off the mat. Over the years, she has explored various styles for her own practice, including Ashtanga and Vinyasa Yoga.
Ashtanga taught Laura the power of breath, how to give and receive assists, and the value of a consistent practice. Its structured sequence remains her go-to when she needs to quiet her mind. However, Vinyasa Yoga has truly captured her heart. Laura loves the creativity of crafting fluid sequences, weaving themes into classes, and tailoring sessions for different levels. Since 2019 she has been teaching weekly classes in studios across Berlin and online, and in 2020 she created a community for yoga in the park in Pankow.
Beyond physical postures, Laura’s practice embraces meditation, pranayama (breathing techniques), and gratitude exercises. Her teaching is deeply informed by a 200-hour Ashtanga Vinyasa certification and further specialized education in anatomy, accessibility, and alignment. She strives to create an authentic, joyful, and welcoming environment, making yoga approachable and fulfilling for everyone.
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Anne is a Vinyasa & Yin Yoga teacher, Sound Healer, and Ayurvedic chef. After many years in Berlin, she followed her dream and moved to Ericeira, Portugal, where the retreat takes place.
Being a typical Vata personality, Anne experienced digestive problems and mental breakdowns. Yoga and Ayurveda helped her restore balance and ease, inspiring her to dive deeply into these traditions. She has completed multiple trainings, including stays in Ayurveda ashrams and Panchakarma centers in India.
Since 2020, Anne has been teaching yoga and holding space for retreats. Her training exceeds 800 hours across Vinyasa Yoga, Yoga sequencing, Yin Yoga, Sound Healing, Ayurveda nutrition & cooking, as well as Mantra & Bhakti Yoga. She travels regularly to India to deepen her practice and understanding. Anne’s work brings together all these elements alongside her personal experiences and travels, creating retreats that nourish body, mind, and soul.
A glimpse into your retreat experience
Frequently Asked Questions
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This retreat is open to everyone, from complete yoga beginners to advanced practitioners or even yoga teachers. Our sessions are designed to be inclusive and adaptable for all levels.
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Even though both Laura Gomez and Anne Gocht speak fluent German, the retreat language will be held in English. We are always available for a German translation for anyone who needs it.
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No prior experience in Yoga, Ayurveda or Sound Healing is necessary. The retreat is structured to accommodate all levels, with modifications provided for beginners and options to deepen the practice for advanced yogis.
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Most participants coming to the retreat do not know what Ayurveda is, so you are not alone. No prior knowledge is needed. This retreat suits anyone curious about holistic and nutritional health. Our goal is to provide you with information and practical guidance on how Ayurveda can enhance your life.
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Yes, all the workshops from Ayurveda workshops, to the Cacao ceremony, plus the materials and welcome present, are included in the given price. Even if we offer more than these workshops, the price is including workshops & classes.
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The price includes one buffet-style vegan/ veggie abundant brunch, an afternoon snack, and 2-course Ayurvedic dinner. Unlimited tea, water & coffee are available during the retreat. Usually, the amount is more than enough for the retreat participants. We also do not recommend eating before the breathwork & yoga practice & cacao ceremony. We will provide fruits and coffee very early morning for those in need.
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Prices for flights are not included, plus the means of transportation to arrive at this retreat. The only additional that apply are additional therapies, like massages, 1-on-1 coaching, or Ayurvedic counseling. Prices can be given upon request.
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All meals are vegan/vegetarian, sugar-free, and prepared with high-quality, organic, and regional ingredients. As both the abundant brunch and the light, warm Ayurvedic 2-course dinner will be served buffet-style, lots of options are given for many different diets. If you have a very specific diet or allergies, we advise you to let us know beforehand.
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Absolutely! Many participants join retreats solo. Depending on the room you choose, you will share with other solo participants.
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Comfortable yoga clothes
Swimwear for the beach or pool
Layers for cooler evenings
Notebook or journal
Any personal yoga props you prefer (mats and basic props are provided)
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The retreat takes place in Ericeira, Portugal, just 30 minutes from Lisbon. Detailed travel instructions can be found on the website including transfer options. To help everyone to arrive safely, detailed travel guides be provided after booking. As most of our retreat participants, travel internationally to this retreat, we connect all participants with a WhatsApp or Telegram group so taxi or travels can be shared with other participants.
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Transportation to and from the retreat is not included. However, we can assist you in arranging transfers from Lisbon Airport to the retreat location by offering a shuttle service for €30 per person, a minimum of 3 people for a booking is required. Alternatively, Uber or Bolt charges 15-35€ from Lisbon (airport) to bring you to the retreat location.
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One sauna session is included in your stay. Additional sessions are available for €10 per participant, with a minimum of five participants.
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Yes, you can inquire about additional nights at the retreat villa or nearby accommodations. It is not 100% certain if the retreat villa is available for bookings after the retreat. Please let us know in advance to help coordinate.
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Please inform us during registration about any dietary restrictions or allergies. In case of very complicated allergies, our retreat chef might ask for additional charges. Our retreat chef will do their best to accommodate your needs.
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Yes, the schedule includes plenty of downtime to relax, explore the beach, or visit the nearby town of Ericeira.
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We can send you an invoice for the seminar & workshop costs for this retreat. Invoices for the location & the food can be given by our providers.
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We will have maximum intuitive & inclusive group of 17 people joining this retreat
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So far, we have never canceled any of our retreats. We already have 13 bookings and are very sure the last spots will be found soon. The retreat will take place 100%, if not something severe will happen.
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Absolutely! This retreat is designed to be inclusive and adaptable for all levels and physical abilities. As experienced teachers, Anna and Laura will provide modifications and gentle options during yoga sessions, ensuring that you can participate comfortably and safely, no matter your injuries or limitations. They also offer restorative practices like Yin Yoga and Sound Healing, which are deeply relaxing and supportive for recovery and healing.
