Slink Beginner Weekend Retreat

9th - 12th May

This retreat has been designed especially for beginners and upper beginners, creating a space where you can train, explore movement and connect with a small group of like-minded people - without the pressure of an intensive training environment.

We begin together at Slink Studio in Lisbon with five hours of pole workshops across Saturday and Sunday, building confidence, technique and flow in a supportive setting.

From there we travel to the beautiful Vilaepicurea eco-retreat in Sesimbra, where the rest of the experience unfolds over the next two days.

At the retreat we’ll enjoy:

• Special movement and creative workshops
• Time to practice on a stage pole in the retreat space
• A relaxed photoshoot opportunity
• Yoga and sound healing sessions
• Playful workshops with swords and fans
• Informal Portuguese language that are genuinely fun
• Access to the eco infinity pool, yoga yurt and sauna
• Time to rest, swim, journal, enjoy a wine or simply enjoy the surroundings

…and we will announce a few more special things closer to the retreat!

All meals are included during our stay at the villa, and the retreat space is designed so you can be as social - or as quiet - as you need. There will be plenty of time to connect with others who share a love of movement, creativity and community, while still having space to enjoy the retreat in your own rhythm.

For those who need to check in with work, the main house has comfortable spaces where you can work remotely.

We arrive at the villa Sunday afternoon and check out Tuesday morning, giving us time to settle, train and fully enjoy the experience.

This mini retreat is a chance to kickstart your pole journey, build confidence in your practice, and step away from everyday life for a few days of movement, nature and connection.

“I’m brand new to pole - will I be able to keep up?”
Yes. This retreat is designed specifically for beginners and upper beginners. The workshops will focus on building confidence, flow and understanding of movement rather than advanced tricks. You only need a little curiosity and a willingness to explore.

“I’m not very strong/fit.”
Strength and pole fitness comes with time. The workshops are designed to help you build gradually, with plenty of options and variations so everyone can work at their own level.

“I’m not very confident in my dancing yet.”
That’s completely normal. This retreat is about exploration rather than performance. The environment is supportive and relaxed, and you’ll have space to move in a way that feels comfortable to you.

“Will it be very intense?”
The retreat is designed with balance in mind. There will be training sessions, but also time to swim, rest, enjoy the sauna, and simply relax in the retreat space.

“Do I have to be social the whole time?”
Not at all. Some people love spending lots of time together, while others prefer moments of quiet. The retreat environment allows for both connection and solitude.

“What if I need to check in with work?”
The main house has comfortable spaces and Wi-Fi, so if you need to work remotely for a few hours, you’ll be able to.

Food

At our retreats, food is a core part of the experience, not an afterthought.
You’ll be served meals that are:

  • Vegan + vegetarian friendly

  • Nutritious, balanced, and designed to fuel training

  • Seasonal, locally sourced, and cooked with care

  • Light enough to move in, hearty enough to recover with

Everything is included in the price except additional alcoholic drinks but you can buy them yourself from the villa or bring with you.

Example schedule:

Saturday 9th May

  • Workshop A at Slink Studio

Break / Lunch together in Graça (optional)

  • Workshop B at Slink Studio

Go to the Samba in Marvila together (optional and depends on event happening)

Sunday 10th May

  • Workshop C at Slink Studio

Travel to the villa together (approx 50mins)

Late Lunch 15h

Lounge around the pool / Swords + Fan Workshop / Rooftop Stage Pole Photoshoot

Chilled dinner, hang out and music

Monday 11th May

Yoga in the yurt

Breakfast

Swords + Fan workshop / Rooftop Stage Pole Photoshoot / Informal Portuguese Class

Lunch

Pool / Sauna / Pole / Beach etc.

Chilled dinner, hang out and music

Tuesday 12th May

Yoga in the yurt

Breakfast

Pool / Sauna / Pole / Portuguese Class etc.

Check out 12h

Travel back to Lisbon together

Standard Price

750€

+ Foundation Special - until 18th March +

500€*

To celebrate the launch of the retreat, we’ve released 5 Foundation places at this special rate for the Slink community.

Once these places are filled, the retreat moves to the standard price of €750.

If you’d like to join us, simply fill in your details here and we’ll send you the next steps and payment information.