Name: Yin yoga, anatomy, chakras, meridians, and mindfulness - 100 hours with Marcel van de Vis Heil and Esther Ekhart
Start: 2026-04-08T00:00+1:00
End: 2026-04-18T23:59+1:00
Location: Yin yoga, anatomy, chakras, meridians, and mindfulness - 100 hours with Marcel van de Vis Heil and Esther Ekhart

EVENTS

In our D’Alijo Retreat Center we offer space to renowned yoga teachers and yoga studios.
Check our agenda below to see which Yoga Retreats or Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) appeals to you the most. If you ﬁnd the event of your choice, then you have to book your place directly at the relevant Yoga Studio.

We love to see you soon at our D’Alijo Yoga Retreat Center.

8 April 2026 - 18 April 2026

Yin yoga, anatomy, chakras, meridians, and mindfulness - 100 hours with Marcel van de Vis Heil and Esther Ekhart

This course delves into the variations in human anatomy and their impact on our practice. You will learn the intended benefits of each pose and how to achieve them, regardless of your age, experience, or flexibility.

In addition to the physical practice, we will explore chakras, meridians, and mindfulness, and their significance in our daily lives. Various meditation techniques will also be introduced.

Whether you aim to become a Yin Yoga instructor or simply wish to deepen your personal practice, this course provides a comprehensive foundation. Above all, these ten days offer a time for gentle self-development and self-care.

The majority of this training will be led by Marcel van de Vis Heil and Esther Ekhart, During this course Yin yoga founders Paul and Suzee Griley will lead two online workshops.

Yoga Alliance Accredited.

More information here.

START:

08/04/2026

END:

18/04/2026

VENUE:

R Alijó 36
Cabeceiras de Basto
Braga
4860
Portugal

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WE OFFER TWO VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

from May – September

What you offer:

Help and collaborate with the kitchen & restaurant staff.

Hours a week

Kitchen Hand

Help, prepare, and serve meals.

Restaurant

Tidy restaurant and toilets before and after mealtimes.

At least one month in the period May – September.

Language

English ﬂuently, Portuguese, French or Spanish on the side is very helpful.

What you get:

Days off per week

Explore gorgeous landscapes, walking trails, river, natural pool and impressing rock formations. You can use our swimming pool and our gym.

Safari tent

You will have a bed in our Glamping Safari tent and share that tent with the other volunteer. Housekeeping, bedlinen, and towels will be provided by D’Alijo.

Meals

You are entitled to a free breakfast, lunch and dinner, every day of your stay.

Free laundry

You can use our laundry room freely.

Transfers to & from D’Alijo

Free transfer from the airport in Porto or train station.

How do I apply?

Send an email to info@dalijoyogaretreats.com to Bruno Castro our general manager. A short CV and your motivation are enough.

WE OFFER TWO
VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

Help and collaborate with
the kitchen & restaurant staff.