Most guests arrive solo and leave with a new group of fitness-minded friends from around the world.
If you're looking for a escape after months of cold winter and cannot wait for warm weather.
Train with purpose. Spend the rest of the day beside the pool, or exploring Carvoeiro, sharing long meals with the group.
Mornings with outstanding sessions and a breakfast worth getting out of bed for.
Your days move between the Atlantic coastline, challenging sessions and time beside the pool. Your evenings are spent over great food with people who were strangers when the week began.
This is not an escape from real life. It is five days designed to send you back to it stronger.
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Guests consistently mention:
You won't arrive as a stranger.
Before the retreat, you'll be invited to a private WhatsApp group so you can:
Most guests travel solo, which makes day one feel easy.
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The retreat is based at Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort, a five-star hotel positioned on the cliffs of Vale Covo overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
The resort has indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a Technogym and Life Fitness-equipped gym, a spa and six restaurants and bars.
Fly into and out of Heraklion International Airport (HER)
Half board; Breakfast and Dinner are included. The hotel has a healthy menu options for lunch which can be paid separately on the checkout day.
Yes! Most guests arrive on their own.
The retreat is designed specifically with solo travellers in mind, from shared activities and group workouts to communal meals and pre-trip introductions. You’ll be welcomed into the group from day one, without pressure or awkwardness.
No. All sessions are fully scalable.
Our coaches adapt workouts to your ability, energy and experience. Some guests train regularly, others are restarting after a break. What matters is your willingness to move not your starting point.
Group sizes are intentionally kept small. No more than 16 guests.
This allows for:
You won’t feel lost in a crowd.
Your retreat includes:
Flights, transfers and personal expenses are not included. Full Immersion packages have all the extra activities included unless stated in your chosen package.
Each day has a clear structure, without feeling rigid.
You’ll usually start with a coached training session, followed by shared meals, activities or free time. Some days include a second optional session, while others focus on recovery, exploration or rest.
You’re encouraged to listen to your body and participate in a way that feels right for you.
Please arrive before 4pm on check-in date, and depart after 11am on check-out dates.
The best time to visit the Algarve is between March and October, when temperatures are comfortable, rainfall is low, and conditions are ideal for exploring. Alternatively, March also offers a mild climate for those seeking less heat.
That’s completely normal — and very common.
Before the retreat, you’ll be invited to a private WhatsApp group to meet the others. By the time you arrive, names and faces already feel familiar.
Many guests tell us they felt comfortable far quicker than expected.
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Remember, flights are booked separately. Only book flights once you have received a confirmation from us that you are booked in on the retreat. Extra activities are also available as optional add-ons closer to departure, unless your package is the Full Immersion (all-inclusive); they are included in your package.
