Breathe. Walk. Align.
A 6-day retreat in Gran Canaria to prepare your body, breath and mind for the season of transformation.
14 – 20 October 2026 · Gran Canaria
Autumn is not a slowdown. It is a turning point.
In the natural cycle of the year, autumn carries a specific quality — one that ancient traditions have always recognised.
It is the season of the lungs. Of the breath. Of letting go of what no longer serves, and gathering what truly matters.
But most of us move through autumn the same way we move through every other season — busy, reactive, disconnected from what is actually happening inside us.
Autumn asks something counter-intuitive of us.
Not to grow outward — but to grow inward.
To simplify. To let the breath lead.
To discover that less, done with full attention,
is the most powerful thing you can do.
This retreat is an invitation to embrace the now of this season.
To use the breath as a tool. The body as a compass.
And six days in the archipelago of the Atlantic as the space
to prepare — not for winter alone, but for a deeper, quieter
version of yourself.
What happens during these six days
Each day begins gently.
Slow, mindful movement to bridge the night and the morning —
breath as the thread that connects body and mind before the
world asks anything of you.
Then breakfast. Then the morning unfolds into practice and theory — not as separate things, but as a conversation between what you learn and what you feel in your own body.
The afternoons are yours.
A long pause after lunch. Time to rest, to walk alone, to sit
with what the morning brought.
At 16h we gather again. Two hours of practice — deeper now,
with the stillness of the afternoon behind it.
Evenings are for being together.
Conversation, shared meals, the kind of unhurried exchange
that rarely happens in ordinary life.
Each evening ends with a light but intentional reflection —
a moment to look back at the day with curiosity and what we
found that can be shared.
One evening we watch a film together — chosen to reflect
what the week is about.
Six days. A rhythm that asks nothing dramatic of you.
Only your presence.
Six days
A rhythm that asks nothing dramatic of you.
Only your presence.
A day in the retreat
07:30 — Morning movement and breathwork
Gentle movement to wake the body. Breath as the first practice of the day.
08:30 — Breakfast
Natural, seasonal food. Unhurried.
10:00 — Morning session
Theory and practice in dialogue. Understanding the season —
what challenges and opportunities it brings.
We will be using movement, breath and seasonal alignment principles
to explore what can make a real difference in the journey ahead.
13:00 — Lunch and free time
A long pause. Rest, walk, reflect. The afternoon is yours until 16h.
16:00 — Afternoon practice
Two hours of deeper work. Breathwork, movement, stillness.
19:30 — Dinner
21:00 — Evening reflection
A light but intentional look at the day.
What arrived. What shifted. What you want to carry forward.
Two of the six days include a morning walk in the landscape of Gran Canaria — breath and body meeting the terrain of the island. One evening is reserved for a shared film and conversation.
Arrival — 13 October
Arrivals in the afternoon. Dinner at 19:30.
At 21:00 we gather for the opening of the retreat.
Departure — 20 October
The last morning ends with a late breakfast — more like a brunch.
We close the retreat at the table, together.
Who is leading this retreat
My name is Lourenço de Azevedo.
For over 25 years I have been teaching Therapeutic Chi Kung,
Traditional Chinese Medicine and seasonal health practices.
I know what it means to need a different approach.
I recovered from 28 years of chronic asthma through the same
principles I teach — breath, movement, seasonal alignment,
and natural nutrition.
That experience changed everything.
Not just my health. My relationship with my own body.
My understanding of what transformation actually requires.
It is not more effort. It is better listening.
I trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine in Lisbon and at
Nanjing University in China. I have been teaching since 1998
— at institutions, in retreats, and through the Regenerar Project,
which I co-founded with my partner Marta Ribeiro.
In 2017 we published Regenerar — A Wellness Guide for Living with the Seasons, a book that has guided thousands of people
toward a more aligned, more vital life.
This retreat is an extension of that work.
Six days. Small group. Full presence.
What is included
Accommodation
Six nights in Gran Canaria.
Single room — €1,600
Shared room — €1,400
Meals
All meals included — breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Natural, seasonal food prepared with care.
Daily practice sessions
Morning movement and breathwork.
Afternoon practice — Chi Kung, breath and stillness.
Theory and seasonal alignment
Morning sessions exploring the principles of autumn —
what this season asks of us and how to work with it,
not against it.
Two guided walks
Into the landscape of Gran Canaria.
Breath and body meeting the terrain of the island.
Evening reflections
A light but intentional close to each day.
One evening includes a shared film and conversation.
Small group
Maximum 20 participants.
Enough space for everyone to be seen.
Flights and travel to Gran Canaria are not included.
Investment
Single room
€1,600
Shared room
€1,400
All meals and sessions included.
Flights not included.
To reserve your place
A deposit of 30% is required at the time of booking.
The remaining balance is due 30 days before the retreat.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need previous experience with Chi Kung or breathwork?
No. The practices are accessible to everyone.
What matters is your willingness to show up and pay attention.
What level of fitness do I need for the walks?
The walks are gentle and unhurried.
You do not need to be an athlete — you need to be willing to move
at the pace of the landscape.
Which airport should I fly into?
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) — Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
It is well connected from most European cities.
Who else will be there?
People who are drawn to this kind of work —
curious, open, looking for something more aligned with who they are.
The group is small by design. Maximum 20 participants.
Will the retreat be conducted in English throughout?
Yes. All sessions, materials and communications are in English.
What happens after I apply?
We will be in touch to schedule a short conversation.
This is not an interview — it is a chance for us to meet,
answer your questions and make sure this retreat is the right fit.
Can I cancel or transfer my booking?
Cancellations are accepted up to 30 days before the retreat.
After that date the deposit is non-refundable.
If you need to transfer your booking to another participant,
please contact us and we will do our best to help.
This is a small group. Twenty places available.
If this retreat is calling you — the right moment is now.
Not because places are running out.
But because autumn will not wait.
And neither will the quieter version of yourself
that is ready to emerge.
14 – 20 October 2026 · Gran Canaria
Organised by Lourenço de Azevedo · Regenerar Academy
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Breathe. Walk. Align.
A 6-day retreat in Gran Canaria to prepare your body, breath and mind for the season of transformation.
14 – 20 October 2026 · Gran Canaria