February 19–23

Silent retreat

People Ocean Community

YOGA - SPIRITUAL TALKS - BREATHING PRACTICES - BODY THERAPY - MEDITATIONS - CACAO CEREMONY - DYNAMIC MEDITATIONS - SOUND HEALING

Five days of silence may feel challenging at first, yet it is an experience well worth trying. This retreat is ideal for anyone seeking a digital detox, a clearer mind, greater calm, or a slower pace of life. It can help restore balance between work and personal life, and between the inner and outer worlds. For those experiencing fatigue, it offers a valuable chance to rest, recover, and break the cycle of tiredness and poor sleep.

The retreat can be facilitated in Russian and English.

Who is this retreat for?

This silent retreat is designed for anyone ready to step away from constant noise and distraction. Silence can bring strength, energy, confidence, inspiration, and determination. It also creates space for introspection, helping you hear your true desires more clearly and find practical answers to questions connected with work, business, or creativity. Just as importantly, it teaches you to listen more deeply — to yourself and to others.

Retreat schedule

Day one

15:00 - Arrival, settle in, relax
17:00 - Welcome circle with the team, Leela cards reading, cacao ceremony
18:30 - Dinner
20:00 - Talk about silence, intention setting, candle trataka meditation, optional Sadhu board
Beginning of the silence

Transfer to the retreat center is not included in the price and is arranged independently by participants. Support with organization can be provided if needed.

Day two

06:30 - Wake up
07:00 - Meditation
08:00 - Morning yoga
09:00 - Contemplation practice, flow journalling
11:00 - Brunch
15:30 - Mindful walking to the ocean and Heart Opening meditation
18:30 - Dinner
20:00 - Ecstatic Dance

Day three

06:30 - Wake up
07:00 - Breathwork, Pranayama, Kriya
08:00 - Morning yoga
09:00 - Contemplation practice, flow journalling
11:00 - Brunch
14:00 - Dynamic meditation
18:30 - Dinner
19:00 - Silent sharing circle

Day four

06:30 - Wake up
07:00 - Meditation
08:00 - Yoga
11:00 - Brunch
12:30 - Aroma therapy
15:00 - Walk to the ocean
18:30 - Dinner
20:00 - Sound healing

Day five

06:30 - Wake up
07:00 - Meditation
08:00 - Morning yoga
10:00 - Coming out of silence, Leela cards reading, sharing circle
11:30 - Brunch

Meals are served twice a day to keep the body light for practice. Tea, nuts, and fruits are always available. Coffee and sweets are not recommended.

What is included in the program

Daily yoga practice
Spiritual talks
Breathing and pranayama practices
Meditations with masters
Body therapy practices
Ritual cacao ceremony
Sound baths
Dynamic dance meditation

Who facilitates?

The retreat brings together experienced teachers and facilitators from different countries and traditions. Katya Antoni, Daria Izvekova, Patrick Antoni, and invited guests will guide this Silent retreat.

Katya Antoni
Founder of PPL.Ocean Community; instructor of Hatha Yoga and Sivananda Yoga; certified Animal Flow teacher; Ayurveda consultant; graduate of the Art Of Living program; author of the “Conscious Portrait” and “Art of Focus” course methodology.

Patrik Antoni
PPL.Ocean business mentor and chef with international experience in sustainability and circularity, bringing a mindful and eco-friendly approach to living and food.

Daria Izvekova
Leela Game Facilitator, organizer of surf camps, retreats, and trips worldwide, with more than 15 years of yoga practice and experience in mindfulness, psychology, ecstatic dance, and dynamic meditation.

Levan Matitashvili
Spiritual transformational trainer, program head of the Retreatbilisi center, and facilitator of satsangs and individual sessions focused on detachment, liberation, and inner peace.

Tea Kereselidze
Sound healing master and experienced sound therapy practitioner who leads sound meditation sessions for relaxation, stress relief, and balance.

Luka
Yoga master and former radiation oncologist who now shares physical exercises, Pranayama, meditation, and Kriya through a holistic approach to well-being.

Where you will stay

Ppl Ocean Art and Retreat Centre is located in the picturesque Portuguese village of São Bernardino, just a short walk from the beach. Peniche and Baleal are also within 10 minutes, both known for their beaches, surfing, and seafood.

The accommodation consists of well-equipped double rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Secure parking is available at the retreat center. For those seeking a deeper connection with nature, tent accommodation is also possible; the organizer can help arrange this and recalculate the price if needed.

Accommodation options

Room 1: ground floor, terrace, sea view, en-suite bathroom
Room 2: ground floor, terrace, garden view, en-suite bathroom
Room 3: top floor, sea view, balcony, working desk, en-suite bathroom, option for an extra bed
Room 4: sea view, balcony, en-suite bathroom

Location: PPL Ocean – Yoga & Retreat Centre, Dom Dinis Casa Buraco do Mocho, R. do Rei, 2525-524 Atouguia da Baleia

Price: 790€ / 990€

Silent/quiet retreat in Atouguia da Baleia