November 7th - 12th
Elemental Reset: Yoga, Qi Gong, Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Oru El Saltador
Join Monica and Anga 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 acupuncture sessions administered by Anga. 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.
As part of this retreat, you will receive a personalised 1-1 with Anga Gonzalez and a treatment tailored to your needs - including Acupuncture, cupping, Chinese Medicinal and Nutritional advice and more. Through mindful movement, rest, and holistic healing practices, the retreat supports the restoration of vital energy, helping to release tension, replenish reserves, and encourage deep healing.
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 Anga will facilitate a space that allows you to find you way back to yourself, and re-charge your energy.
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, yin and restorative yoga
1 tailored treatment with Anga Gonzalez aligning your needs with TCM and Acupuncture
Beautiful walking trails, relaxation spots and rooftop for sunbathing
Welcome gift
What’s Not Included
Flights
Transfers to and from airport
Additional excursions
Travel insurance
Facilities and Activities
Beautiful views and hikes from our doorstep
Massage treatments available
Trip to the beach, mountain hike and dolphin watching tour 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 - 1-1 treatments with Anga including holistic consultation and body work
2pm - Lunch
3pm - Relaxation time or afternoon excursions (local walks, trips to the beach, a hike in the mountains)
5pm - Evening restorative yoga practice with Monica
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
£950pp - shared bathroom
Individual pod dorms
Shared bathroom
£850pp
Single room (solo occupancy - limited)
£1200 - courtyard bathroom
£1300 - 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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Growing up in the lush Canary Islands of Spain, I was immersed in the wisdom of natural healing from an early age. My mother, a dedicated nurse, and my grandmother, skilled in traditional herbal remedies, shaped my understanding of health as a beautiful balance between modern and ancient practices. The islands' rich traditions of food as medicine and herbal therapy weren't just cultural—they were my daily reality and first teachers.
This unique upbringing inspired me to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from the prestigious University of California, Berkeley, where I built a solid scientific foundation. Yet I felt called to explore deeper connections between herbal medicine and nutrition, which led me to the renowned Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego. There, I specialized in women's functional medicine, fertility acupuncture, and Chinese herbal medicine, emerging as a holistic health practitioner with expertise in Asian body therapy techniques.
My clinical experience is as diverse as it is comprehensive. I've had the privilege of collaborating with midwives as a doula at UCSD Hillcrest Hospital, working alongside doctors at San Diego Hospice and Children's Hospital, and partnering with specialists at various fertility centers. These experiences have given me invaluable insights into integrating traditional healing arts with modern medical approaches.
Today, I bring this rich tapestry of knowledge and experience to my practice, where I create personalized treatment plans that honor both your unique body constitution and the ancient wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine. Whether you're seeking support for fertility, pregnancy, hormonal balance, or overall wellness, I offer a healing space where time-tested techniques meet compassionate, evidence-informed care.
I invite you to experience the transformative power of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine in addressing the root causes of your health concerns—not just alleviating symptoms. Let's work together to restore your body's natural balance and unlock your fullest potential for health and vitality.
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