Martial Arts Philosophy by the Ocean
Breath, Focus & Embodied Practice (Lagos)
Martial arts philosophy, lived in movement, silence and community, with the Atlantic as a teacher.
Overview — By the Atlantic
Some places make it easier to remember who we are.
In Portugal, the vast horizon opens up the body and steadies the mind. Mornings begin on the terrace, where the air is soft and the ground is warm. Movement becomes a way to arrive. Across the day, we weave practice, reflection and community, creating enough structure to feel held and enough spaciousness to breathe.
This is not an escape from life. It is a return to presence without rigidity, strength without aggression and clarity that remains kind. Philosophy stops being an idea and becomes something you can feel, carry and live.
A week by the ocean offers something that time alone cannot: the space for your nervous system to relax, for insights to become embodied, and for new rhythms to take root. The change is gentler and easier to sustain because it's deeper, not louder.
You’ll return with
- a softer nervous system and a steadier presence.
- embodied trust in your timing.
- a rewritten relationship with effort (strength without pushing).
- and a living routine that makes clarity sustainable.
“The ocean says, 'Go slower'.
It is in that slowness that the path appears.”
Who this is for
This is for people who want a grounded way of living and leading — clarity without coldness, boundaries without walls, and strength without aggression. Beginners are welcome — if you can breathe and be kind, you already meet the most important criteria. Come along if you’re ready to move forward, reflect and engage with an honest community.
The minimum age is 18.
Who this is for
This is for people who want a grounded way of living and leading — clarity without coldness, boundaries without walls, and strength without aggression. Beginners are welcome — if you can breathe and be kind, you already meet the most important criteria. Come along if you’re ready to move forward, reflect and engage with an honest community.
The minimum age is 18.
Not for
If you’re looking for performance metrics, quick fixes or spiritual bypassing, you’ve come to the wrong place. We work slowly by design. We keep it human on purpose. The work is simple, but not easy, because it requires sincerity rather than spectacle.
Not for
If you’re looking for performance metrics, quick fixes or spiritual bypassing, you’ve come to the wrong place. We work slowly by design. We keep it human on purpose. The work is simple, but not easy, because it requires sincerity rather than spectacle.
What you’ll experience
Movement
The language of the body
Through non-contact martial arts, mindful exercises and basic movements, you will experience how posture influences thought and how breathing can prevent impulsive reactions. We don't push; we practise. You will approach your limits with curiosity, develop stability, and realise that true strength can be gentle and warm.
Movement
The language of the body
Through non-contact martial arts, mindful exercises and basic movements, you will experience how posture influences thought and how breathing can prevent impulsive reactions. We don't push; we practise. You will approach your limits with curiosity, develop stability, and realise that true strength can be gentle and warm.
Philosophy
Wisdom for everyday life
Principles such as yin and yang (dynamic balance), wu wei (effortless action) and mushin (a mind that clings to nothing) guide not only timing, communication and leadership, but also rest. Rather than considering them as theories, we explore them as habits of attention that can be used at home and at work.
Philosophy
Wisdom for everyday life
Principles such as yin and yang (dynamic balance), wu wei (effortless action) and mushin (a mind that clings to nothing) guide not only timing, communication and leadership, but also rest. Rather than considering them as theories, we explore them as habits of attention that can be used at home and at work.
Community
A circle that carries
In the evening, around a shared table, community becomes the foundation on which we grow. We don't try to fix each other; we bear witness. We don’t perform; we practise. In that atmosphere, depth becomes natural and change becomes easier to sustain.
Community
A circle that carries
In the evening, around a shared table, community becomes the foundation on which we grow. We don't try to fix each other; we bear witness. We don’t perform; we practise. In that atmosphere, depth becomes natural and change becomes easier to sustain.
The Location
Lagos, Algarve (Portugal) — where warm cliffs meet the Atlantic and golden mornings begin. Practising here is more than just training; it is a reminder that the path is not a place to reach, but a way to walk, one conscious step at a time.
This private villa is located near the Atlantic and features terraces for sunrise practice and spaces for quiet evenings. The setting is simple and beautiful, designed to encourage focus, rest and community. Expect comfort without excess, nature within easy reach and calm, uncluttered rooms.
Practical Information
- Dates: 31 May – 7 June 2026
- Group size: 15 participants (for an intimate, personal and real experience)
- Language: English
- Age: minimum 18 years
- Experience: none required — beginners and seasoned practitioners welcome
- Non-Contact Martial Arts
- Accommodation in a private villa.
- Daily practices and circles.
- Communal meals
- Retreat workbook
- Pre-retreat introduction call
- Post-retreat follow-up
In addition to one-off payments, we offer flexible payment plans via PayPal (account required) over 3, 6 or 12 months. This allows you to finance your retreat in a flexible way.
This retreat isn't about becoming someone new.
It's about remembering who you already are.
Are you ready to embark on this journey?
