7 Day Pause, Listen, Reconnect Somatic Dance Retreat, Spain

About this retreat

Highlights

• Morning NIA dance
• Gentle somatic movement
• Small group circle
• Dancing with your soul Chakradance® sessions
• Embodied creativity session with your Inner Wise family
• Walk and picnic in the beautiful nature
• Sumptious, organic, gut-friendly meals
• Tranquil, natural environment
• Organic Intelligence@ Free Associative Conversation moments

A day at the retreat

1. NIA somatic dance movement09:30
2. Feldenkrais somatic movement meditation10:30
3. Coffee / tea moment11:00
4. Lunch13:00
5. Afternoon session (Chakradance / Embodied Creativity)16:00
6. Dinner19:30

Accommodation

We offer accommodation in the guest house for our retreat guests. The guesthouse has three rooms. Two of the rooms share a bathroom and toilet in the hallway. If there is only one private stay at Jardin de Luz, the bathroom in the hallway can often be used as a private bathroom in combination with one of the smaller rooms. The guesthouse also features an open kitchen and a sitting area with a wood-burning stove for colder days. The guesthouse’s pool is nestled among the olive trees and offers a refreshing escape during the summer months. Around the guesthouse, on the patio, and in the garden, there are several cozy lounge areas. There is also the option of staying in a wooden cabana in a peaceful spot within our Sanctuary. For travellers who prefer a more affordable option, we offer accommodation in the bell tent, which is pitched in a quiet, secluded part of our olive grove.

Optional upgrades

Upgrades and extras can be added to any booking — ask us what's available.

Food

We cook mostly vegan and vegetarian and use organic, fresh fruits and vegetables from our garden whenever possible. Our meals are inspired by Ayurvedic principles known for healing the gut and digestive fire when followed consistently. Peter, our chef, has a heart for reviving your senses and tastebuds with mouthwatering vegetarian and vegan meals, served 3 times a day, and tantalizing amuses, 'dulces' and refreshing drinks served twice a day. Starting with breakfast in the morning, lunch, and dinner. Fresh fruits and almonds from our orchard, naturally infused waters, herbal teas, and a good coffee are always available during the day. Morning coffee and tea time come with a tantalizing sugar-conscious sweet. We will be happy to accommodate most of your dietary restrictions provided they are reasonable and you let us know in advance. So please consult us before booking your retreat If : - if you have food allergies or intolerances - if you have other special diet needs Then we can discuss how we can meet your dietary needs. Please note that we may charge extra if we need to buy special products. We cannot cater to celiac disease and severe food allergies such as certain nut allergies.

Location

Pago de la Campiñuela

The inner sparkle sanctuary of Jardin de Luz lies amidst peaceful olive and citrus groves. It is embedded in the earthy, powerful energy of the Alpujarra Mountains, in the province of Granada in Spain. We are within walking distance of the lively, friendly mountain village of Lanjarón and close to the bohemian village of Orgiva. The Alpujarra way of life is simple, honest, pure, and closely intertwined with the calm rhythms of nature. The Alpujarra is known for its pure air, beautiful nature, pristine spring water, an abundance of colorful healing herbs, rich wildlife, and enchanting walks in the mountains, where we breathe in the ancient culture of the Moors, walking along centuries-old irrigation channels and medieval donkey trails. The nearest beaches are a 30-minute drive away Jardin de Luz offers a friendly, caring atmosphere where you can be truly you. It is the perfect setup for coming back to self and to rest, digest, and recharge. Our large outdoor dance space with a wooden floor, facing the ancient pine forest and high mountain peaks of The Sierra Nevada, offers an intimate setting for gentle restoration, and playful self-discovery, allowing your inner world to be felt and expressed.

The most convenient way to travel from Málaga Airport to Lanjarón is to book a pickup service that will take you to Lanjarón in 90 minutes. We can assist you in booking a pickup service that runs from the Alpujarras. These are often cheaper than the airport transfer services available at the airport. The pickup service we recommend to our customers when we assist them with booking charges per car, not per person. If several people are arriving on the same day and at the same time, you’ll be picked up together to keep air pollution and costs as low as possible for you. Options and prices: - Pick up or drop off only at Malaga Airport: 90 euro - Pick up and drop off at Malaga Airport: 180 euro This cost may be lower if more travelers use the pick-up at the same time. You pay directly to the driver. As petrol prices are not stable, there may be fluctuations in the prices charged by the shuttle service that we usually book for our guests. Other options include public transportation or renting a car at the airport. Direct buses depart from Málaga Airport to Granada’s central bus station. From there, buses run every hour to Lanjarón, where the Jardin de Luz Sanctuary is located nearby. We can pick you up at the bus stop in Lanjarón. When you arrive at the Granada airport, the easiest way to reach our location is by public bus (Alsa). 
From the airport, take a bus or taxi to the central bus station in Granada. From there, buses depart for Lanjarón nearly every hour. We’ll pick you up at the bus stop in Lanjarón.

About the retreat leader

Pingel Braat

Hi, I'm Pingel Braat, and I'll be your Inner Sparkle Guide during this retreat at Inner Sparkle Sanctuary Jardin de Luz. For many years, I've been exploring how movement, creativity, and the intelligence of our living systems shape the way we experience ourselves and meet life. My own journey has shown me how experiences of movement rooted in ease, curiosity, and simple pleasure can profoundly influence the way we relate to ourselves, others, and the world around us. That understanding continues to inspire the way I live, learn, and guide others today. My work weaves together Nia, Feldenkrais, Organic Intelligence® (Post-Trauma Growth) coaching, intuitive somatic constellations, embodied creativity, and Chakradance into an integrative, playful approach to nervous system reorganisation. Through movement, awareness, curiosity, creativity, and play, I create experiences that help the body soften, expand capacity, and deepen your relationship with your system's own intelligence. As the body gathers more experiences of ease, curiosity, movement, and support, the nervous system develops more possibilities for how it can organise itself. That often changes the way we experience ourselves, relate to others, and engage with the world around us. With a background in contemporary dance and fine arts, I weave together neuroscience, somatic wisdom, movement, creativity, and a touch of pixie magic. Guests often tell me they feel warmly welcomed, deeply seen, inspired, and surprised by how much can shift through simple experiences of movement, curiosity, pleasure, and creativity. Whether we're dancing, exploring gentle movement, creating, or sharing a quiet moment in nature, my intention is always the same: to offer a space where you can feel more at home in yourself and reconnect with the Inner Sparkle that has been there all along.

Cancellation & policies

Cancellation Policy: 100% refund of the deposit up to 30+ days before the retreat start date 50% refund of the deposit 15–29 days before the retreat start date 0% refund of the deposit 0–14 days before the retreat start date Remaining Balance The remaining balance must be paid in accordance with Jardin de Luz’s payment requests and no later than the day of arrival Payment can be made in cash and/or by bank transfer

Minimum age 20

Packages & dates

Meet the team

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