Newcomers Unlimited Special — 30 Days of Yoga for $30 (In Person & Streaming)
Escape to the southern coast of Portugal for 7 days and 6 nights at the beautiful Quinta Bonita Algarve, a private boutique villa retreat nestled in the hills just outside the historic seaside town of Lagos. Surrounded by lush gardens, ocean air, and the relaxed rhythm of the Algarve, this retreat offers the perfect balance of movement, rest, and exploration. Daily yoga practices in peaceful indoor and outdoor spaces are complemented by nourishing meals, quiet moments by the pool or hot tub, and time to fully unwind in one of Portugal’s most beautiful coastal settings.
Beyond the villa, the retreat invites you to experience the beauty and culture of the Algarve through thoughtfully curated experiences. Sail along the breathtaking Ponta da Piedade coastline on a traditional Portuguese boat while exploring sea caves and hidden grottos, visit a family-owned boutique winery in the Lagos area for wine tasting and tapas, and settle into deep relaxation during an immersive sound bath journey. With exclusive use of the villa for our group, elegant accommodations, and a warm, intimate atmosphere, this retreat is designed to help you slow down and savor the simple beauty of Mediterranean living.
Included meals during the retreat consist of a daily buffet breakfast, afternoon snack, and dinner.
At Quinta Bonita, there is a deep passion for both living well and eating well, with a culinary approach centered around fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients from the Algarve region. The kitchen philosophy is simple, flavorful, and rooted in the local landscape, incorporating fresh herbs and fruit grown on the property alongside thoughtfully sourced regional produce, fish, and meats. Each meal is prepared with care and intention, creating nourishing dining experiences that complement the retreat and become a memorable part of the journey.
We take pride in the versatility and quality of offerings we provide during yoga retreats. Guests can expect yoga daily. Morning classes are often higher energy – basic flows, power flows, etc. Evening classes allow students to wind down from their day- restorative, yin, gentle, slow flows. Classes are always optional. All levels are welcome to each class, with modifications offered to tailor each practice towards those present. Props will be provided and their use encouraged.
All guests receive one one-hour massage on property included in the price. These massages will be scheduled during free time at the villa.
Winery. Visit one of the local family owned, boutique vineyards in the Lagos area. Sample white, rose and red wine with some light tapas. Sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular setting.
Sound Bath. A Sound Journey is an invitation to awaken the senses, enabling the physical, energetic, emotional, mental and spiritual balance of our Being. With the healing vibrations of instruments such as Crystal Singing Bowls, Gongs, Tibetan Bowls, Hand-pan, Shamanic Drum, Native American Flute, Shruti Box, Harmonium, Rav Drum, Voice, Guitar and many others- we reach a state of deep relaxation, self-awareness and expansion of consciousness, among other sensory experiences. It is a true sonic bath that revitalizes, relaxes and harmonizes every cell in our bodies. You’ll be lying down comfortably on a mat & blankets in the Shala
Grotto Trip- Sail and Explore Ponta Da Piedade. Leaving the Marina on a beautiful traditional Portuguese Sailing boat, once anchored you then board small motorboats that take you through the famous caves and rock formations of the Ponta da Piedade coastline. During the trip, enjoy Portuguese tapas and relax with the onboard bar service. To visit the caves, we provide a simple and safe transfer to a smaller boat, allowing you to explore these natural wonders up close. There is time for sunbathing and swimming from the Sailing boat. Included: WC, Bar service (drinks not included, only cash), Portuguese tapas. **This event is weather permitting
Quinta Bonita is a private villa retreat set on a hillside overlooking the Algarve coastline, surrounded by more than 10,000 square meters of lush gardens, fountains, and quiet outdoor spaces. Designed to feel like a secluded Mediterranean sanctuary, the property blends elegant comfort with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Sunlit terraces, shaded garden paths, and peaceful seating areas invite guests to slow down, enjoy the surrounding nature, and take in the gentle rhythm of southern Portugal.
During our stay, the villa will be exclusively reserved for our group, offering both privacy and attentive hospitality. Guests can unwind by the sparkling pool, soak in the hot tub, stroll through the gardens, or relax with a book beneath the shade of the trees. A dedicated house team provides daily light housekeeping and thoughtful amenities throughout the property, creating a comfortable and effortless retreat environment where you can fully settle in and enjoy the beauty of the Algarve.
Ingrina Room:
MartinHal Room:
Beliche Room:
Salema Room:
Bordeira Room: 1 Bed left, 2 booked
Zavial Primary Suite: BOOKED
Camilo Room: BOOKED
Castelejo Room: BOOKED
Not Included In Price:
Guests are responsible for their own arrival to Faro International Airport. On arrival and departure day there will be a group transport to/from the villa from Faro International Airport. Timing for this transport will be provided once retreat registration is complete. If guests cannot make the group transport, they are responsible for their own transport costs.
July 24, 2027: Transport from Faro International Aiport to Villa. Check in at 4:00pm.
July 30, 2027: Transport from Villa to Faro International Aiport . Check out at 10:00am
Our staff will be available to assist in answering questions regarding travel and logistics.
Interested? Questions? We are here to help.
Email our studio manager: Erin@WilmingtonYogaCenter.com
or give us a Call: (910) 350- 0234
In the event of cancellation, the following policies apply:
The above policies apply regardless of the reason for cancellation (such as sickness, death in family or emergency, etc). Unfortunately, group contracts and packages have been pre-arranged and pre-paid with hosts at the time of registration and we do not have control of refunds or credit beyond the above exceptions.
Heather Metzler, ERYT500 + YACEP
Studio Owner Heather Metzler is a certified ERYT-500-hour yoga teacher. Heather created The Empowered Vinyasa 200 hour teacher training that is currently offered at WYC. She took her first yoga class in 1994 as a PE credit and found the Wilmington Yoga Center in 2003. Heather began teaching at WYC in 2005 and is a graduate of the 220 and 500 hour Kunga Yoga School. She has completed certifications in Prenatal Yoga, Yoga for Trauma, Thai Yoga Massage, Kunga Power Vinyasa and YogaTherapeutics.
Heather has traveled with Kunga Journeys for service work at the Home of Hope Orphanage in Kerala, India twice. Heather has led many retreats through WYC including Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, BHI and Prama Institute. She has developed and led local mini and weekend retreats in and around Wilmington.
Heather teaches on the public class schedule regularly, and leads/co-leads the Empowered Vinyasa 200 hour teacher training, as well as the 300 hour Wilmington Yoga Center training. She feels blessed to have her husband and two daughters that support her growth and passions. Heather is grateful for her students and the amazing teachers who enrich her life daily.
Erin Powley, RYT500
Erin Powley has been teaching joyful, grounding yoga classes to students of all ages since receiving her 200-hour Mindfulness-Based Yoga certification in 2021. She has gone on to attain her 300-hour certification from the Wilmington Yoga Center in 2023 and her 95-hour Kids Yoga Teacher Training from Youth Alliance Yoga of Chicago in 2025.
She offers a unique invitation for playfulness and creativity in her adult vinyasa yoga classes at Wilmington Yoga Center, where she rounds out her professional role as studio manager, head of marketing, and retreat coordinator. Erin leads both national and international retreats rooted in the understanding that we all benefit from opportunities to unplug and reconnect with our inner sense of wonder and adventure.
Her own journey began in 2017, when yoga helped her ease anxiety and reconnect with her body. Today, she finds inspiration in the simplicity of mindful movement-using breath and presence to feel steady and balanced. Erin revels in the sense of play yoga can spark, and presents a lighthearted, down-to-earth approach to yoga for all of her students.
Space is limited, so don’t hesitate to secure your spot. Students have three options:
50% Deposit:
If you would like to register with a 50% Deposit, please give us a call. 910-350-0234 or email retreat coordinator Erin@Wilmingtonyogacenter.com
The remaining balance must be PAID IN FULL by February 1, 2027
Payment Plans:
4 Month Payment Plan option available. ALL payment plans must be paid in full by February 1, 2027. First payment is non-refundable, and must be made to secure the deposit. Please email retreat coordinator Erin about setting up a payment plan. Erin@Wilmingtonyogacenter.com
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