November 7th - 12th
Elemental Reset: Yoga, Qi Gong and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Oru El Saltador
Join Monica and Dan for a deeply restorative retreat designed to rebalance hormones, calm the nervous system, and restore your inner harmony. Set in the warmth and sunshine of Spain, this nurturing experience blends gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga led by Monica with therapeutic practices and Qi-Gong sessions administered by Dan. Rooted in the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine, each day will focus on one of the Five Elements, with yoga, qigong, treatments, nourishing meals, and daily activities thoughtfully aligned to support the flow of energy within the body and its connection to hormonal health, emotional balance, and overall wellbeing.
Created for anyone feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or out of balance, this experience offers space to slow down, reconnect with the body and gently reset - leaving you feeling grounded, nourished, and renewed. This retreat is perfect for anyone feeling like they need a full 'tune up'! Monica and Dan will facilitate a space that allows you to find you way back to yourself, and re-charge your energy.
Qigong is an ancient energy cultivation practice from traditional chinese medicine. The practice consists of gentle flowing movements to support the meridians (energetic pathways) for a more balanced flow of qi (life energy) throughout the body. These movements help to support not only the muscles, joints and tendons, but also all of the vital organs and their associated emotions.
We believe at Oru that retreats can be transformative experiences that allow us to connect deeply with our true essence. By removing the distractions of modern life and remembering what is truly important, we can come home to ourselves and re-define what we want to prioritise moving forward!
What’s Included
5 nights accommodation at Oru El Saltador
3 meals per day plus morning juice, tea and coffee through the day
2 classes per day including morning vinyasa, meditation and journaling and evening gentle flow, Qi-gong, yin and restorative yoga
Special afternoon workshop on acupressure points, ear-seeds, self-massage and meridian lines
Beautiful walking trails, relaxation spots and rooftop for sunbathing
Welcome gift
What’s Not Included
Travel to and from the site
Additional excursions
Travel insurance
Facilities and Activities
Beautiful views and hikes from our doorstep
Massage treatments available
Trip to the beach and mountain hike trips available
Rooftop for sunbathing and classes
Hammocks and secluded relaxation spots
Retreat Schedule
7.30am - Teas, Coffee, Fruit
8am - Morning Vinyasa and Meditation with Monica
10am - Brunch
11am - Optional massage
2pm - Lunch
3pm - Relaxation time or afternoon excursions (local walks, trips to the beach, a hike in the mountains)
5pm - Evening restorative Qi-Gong and Yin yoga with Dan
7pm - Dinner
9pm - Star gazing and relaxation
*subject to change
Room Options
Accommodation will be classic Cortijo (Spanish farm house) style and comfortable. Choose from limited solo occupancy rooms, or a twin/dorm room.
Twin / Double Room
£900pp - shared bathroom
Individual pod dorms
Shared bathroom
£800pp
Single room (solo occupancy - limited)
£1100 - courtyard bathroom
£1200 - shared ensuite (with 1 other bedroom)
Off-grid Living
Off-grid Living
Nestled in the heart of the Andalusian desert, our retreat centre is completely off-grid - and we think that's something worth celebrating.
We run entirely on solar energy, we have our own water supply, and we reduce our footprint wherever possible. There are no mains connections here, no hum of the national grid, no endless supply of resources on tap. What there is, is something rarer: a genuine invitation to slow down, consume less, and reconnect with the natural rhythms of the land.
What this means in practice
The desert is a place of abundance and scarcity in equal measure. The sun gives us everything we need to power our days, but we ask guests to be mindful of how they use that energy, turning off lights when leaving a room, avoiding charging devices overnight, and embracing the quiet that comes when screens are set aside.
Water here is precious. We ask everyone to take shorter showers, turn off taps fully, and treat every drop with the same respect the land itself demands. During drier periods, supplies can run low, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation when they do. Many guests tell us that the off-grid nature of the retreat becomes one of the most meaningful parts of their stay. There is something quietly powerful about living within limits, about noticing how little you actually need, and how much more present you become when the usual conveniences fall away.
This is a place to unplug in every sense of the word. To remember what it feels like to live lightly.
Where you’ll stay
Oru El Saltador, Almeria, Southern Spain
Oru Space’s off-grid retreat centre
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Nestled in the gentle hills of the Sierra Alhamilla in Almeria, Spain, lies Oru El Saltador. It is located at the crossroads of the Tabernas Desert and the wild beauty of the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park.
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You will need to book your own flights for this retreat. For this retreat we recommend flying to and from Almeria airport. There is also the option to fly to Murcia or Granada but please note that it is a longer drive to either airport (roughly 2 hours).
If you want to spend a little longer in the area, or extend your trip, we really recommend this - there’s so much to enjoy in the area!
Once at either airport, we can arrange taxi transfers to collect you (this will be an additional cost) or you are welcome to arrange your own transfer/hire a car if you wish.
Almeria airport is 45 minutes drive away, Murcia is 1 hour 45 minutes away. Granada is 2 hours away.
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Once you have chosen your airport of choice, we can help arrange taxi transfers for you direct to the venue (additional cost).
Almeria - 45 minute drive
Murcia - 1 hour 45 minute drive
Granada - 2 hour drive
If you'd like a no-fly option, we recommend checking out seat61.com to plan an over-land route. To get from London to Almeria via train you can plan one or two overnight stays in South of France, Madrid or Barcelona!
Your Facilitators
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Monica is a yoga teacher based in Southeast London, originally from Brazil. Her journey began with meditation and blossomed into a dedicated Asana practice after moving to the UK.She teaches with a focus on breath, body awareness and self-kindness, guiding students to discover joy and acceptance in their daily lives. Trained in Vinyasa, Mandala, Rocket, Yin Yoga and Pregnancy Yoga. Her personal practice includes Vipassana Meditation, TCM and Shamanism. She loves the warmth of the sun, river swimming, mountain trekking and dogs. Monica creates classes that honour all bodies, celebrate movement and inspire confidence and well being. She has also led several sold-out yoga retreats, sharing her passion and guidance with students in transformative, immersive experiences. You can practice with Monica at Oru Dulwich on Tuesdays 9:30 am for a Warm Slow Flow and Tuesdays 12:15 for an invigorating Dynamic Vinyasa!
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Dan has been teaching Yoga, Qigong and Mindfulness since 2014 (alongside a varied and sporadic career in TV, Theatre and Film. Originally training as a performer he fled the acting world to become a Yoga teacher, only to rediscover his confidence years later resulting in him studying a post-grad (MA) in musical theatre at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in 2018. During his Masters he researched the early influences of Eastern principles and movement practices over the development of theatrical training, and more specifically the interconnectivity between the body, presence/ awareness, voice and movement. As a result of this he developed his own unique Voice for Yoga teachers courses (combining yoga, qigong, mindfulness and somatics) which has become a vital and sought after addition to many Yoga teacher trainings around London over the past 6 years. Dan prides himself on creating inclusive, supportive and empowering environments where students can thrive; developing a sense of bodily autonomy via classes that encourage curiosity, gentleness, intention and embodiment.
Ready to unwind and reconnect with yourself?
Secure your spot today.