BODY, MOVEMENT AND NATURE

September 23-29, 2022

WHAT IS THIS EXPERIENCE?

The immersion BODY, MOVEMENT AND NATURE is a 5 days experience with the intention to remind you that we are One with Nature.

Paddling with kayak along the Piracanga River and its mangroves, cycling along a paradisiacal beach, swimming, running in the woods, surfing, dancing and other forms of movement and outdoor sports will be bridges that will lead us to experience the Oneness with Nature.

The program proposes full-schedule days with physical outdoor activities and intense contact with nature! There will be 2 to 3 activities per day, lasting from 1 to 3 hours! Check all activities below:

Introductory surf classes (in group) on the Piracanga River and in the sea
Bike ride along the seaside
Bike tour through the Atlantic Forest and Restinga
Kayak & SUP tour on the Piracanga river and mangrove
Yoga practices in nature
Group run along the beach and coconut farm
Swimming class in the Piracanga River
Sacred circle dances
Meditation
Ecovillage guided tour

*The activities will take place according to the weather/time of the day and the group energy.

WHAT THIS EXPERIENCE PROVIDES?

There are many benefits and transformations that you will live in this experience. Some you will only know yourself, but others we are sure will happen:

A bath of nature and all the proven benefits it brings to your physical, mental and emotional health: Days of direct contact with the river, the sea, the forest, the sandbank, the deserted beach, the mangrove swamp and starry skies!

Lots of movement and adventure! Get ready to sweat and have fun with a wide variety of activities that will awaken movement in every part of your body.

HEALTH! Physical activity, nature, healthy and natural food , meditation and yoga are an excellent combination for a healthy lifestyle and we will have it all in this immersion.

Sense of Presence and Connection! The activities propose movements that will take you to a state of presence and connection, with yourself and with something that goes beyond.

Pure beauty! Prepare to be enchanted by the landscapes and beings of the fauna and flora of this place.

Ecological discoveries! Discover a lifestyle of incredible people who decided to live in an isolated place in deep connection with nature and all its ecological practices .

Fall in love! We already warned you that there is a high risk that you will fall in love with the place and want to come back again and again.

The contemplation of nature through movement will be our way to restore this bound.

FOR WHOM?

For those who love and support ecotourism, being in places in direct contact with nature, sun, beach and forest (atlantic forest). You love or want to start moving more and activating your body in amazing and natural places, getting out of the gym and exercising outdoors.

If you want to get out of the city, be in a place that transmits peace, HEALTH, presence and connection with nature.

We recommend participants between the ages of 14 and 65, minors must be accompanied by an adult.

If you have any health problems or concerns that may worry you about participating, please contact us and we will be happy to better understand the situation.

SCHEDULE

DAY 0 | 23/09 | ARRIVAL | Welcome Dinner

DAY 1 | 24/09
Yoga practice
Breakfast
Initial conversation circle
Ecovillage guided tour
Lunch
Kayak and Stand-Up Paddle (SUP) Tour
Meditation at Sunset
Dinner

DAY 2 | 25/09
Yoga practice
Breakfast
Circle Dances
Beach Run and Atlantic Forest
Lunch
Introductory Surfing Class on the Piracanga River
Meditation at Sunset
Dinner

DAY 3 | 26/09
Yoga practice
Breakfast
Sacred Circle Dances
Running at coconut farm
Lunch
Introduction to Surfing in the sea
Local Flavors Picnic and Meditation at Sunset
Dinner

DAY 4 | 27/09
Yoga practice
Breakfast
Bike tour at the beach and Atlantic Forest
Lunch
Swimming class in the Piracanga River
Meditation at Sunset
Dinner

DAY 5 | 28/09
Yoga practice
Breakfast
Bike tour on the beach to the Guaibim river
Lunch
Kayak and Stand-Up Paddle (SUP) Tour
Meditation at Sunset
Dinner
Special Closing Activity

*The activities will take place according to the weather/time of the day and the energy of the group.

WHAT does it include?

+ 10 DIFFERENT TOURS AND MOVEMENT ACTIVITIES IN NATURE IN 5 DAYS: get ready for the best of ecotourism in Bahia: experiencing beautiful landscapes in wonderful nature doing sports in the open air. The use of equipment such as bicycles, boards, kayaks and SUPs are already included.

6 NIGHTS* ACCOMMODATION: in an ecological lodge inside the Piracanga Ecovillage. There are several room options (BED LINEN INCLUDED).

COMPLETE MEALS – The 3 meals are included: breakfast, lunch and dinner – within the vegan diet (free from animal suffering) offered by the best restaurants in the Ecovillage.

EQUIPMENT: Main equipment that will be used during the activities: Kayaks, Stand-ups, Bicycles and Boards.

MINI-HYGIENE KIT: with miniatures of soap, shampoo, toothpaste, sunscreen, repellent – all completely natural and biodegradable so you can arrive ecologically with peace of mind!

* Participants must arrive a day early as the immersion starts early in the morning

TESTIMONIALS

Milton Marchesoni

“These were unique moments, I really felt like being a child again. Many things I’ve never done in my life I actually did here after 40 years.”

Fernanda Raposo

“It’s impossible not to have my heart overflowing with gratitude and already missing this wonderful place.”

Ana Carolina Chã

“It was an incredible immersion. Santi and Mafê are incredible people, sensitive, dedicated. They made these days here, which seemed like months, magical!”

FACILITATOR

Athlete and resident of Ecovila Piracanga for 7 years. He arrived in Piracanga after a 6,000 km bike trip from Argentina to Bahia. He is the creator of Immersion Body, Movement and Nature, a proposal that reminds us of the unity we are with Nature through physical activities in natural environments, sustainable practices and conscious eating. A sports lover, he was a competitive player in golf, tennis, football, swimming, handball and volleyball. He also has a degree in Social Sciences and a passionate lover of Nature.

ACOMMODATIONS

All our rooms have bed linen, bath towels, mosquito net, hot water, WiFi internet, 100% biodegradable personal hygiene kit.

Designed with large windows, well ventilated, balconies with hammocks, and prioritizing the use of local materials with low environmental impact.

All our rooms have an extremely privileged location: in front of the Piracanga River and the sea, surrounded by exuberant nature.

Most have private bathrooms, and the cabins have shared outdoor bathrooms.

FOOD AND MEALS

All your food is included in the retreat package, so you don’t have to worry about anything else.

You will have breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day served at the Unah restaurant.

Our cuisine is 100% plant-based. In other words, no ingredients of animal origin are used in the preparation of the dishes.

We believe that our relationship with what we eat can revolutionize the world. This is an opportunity for you to realize your body, from balanced and healthy nutrition during these days.

EXPERIENCES AND ACTIVITIES

In addition to the activities proposed in this event, you will be able to experience the most diverse additional activities offered by the local community.

The daily schedule at the Unah center is very dynamic and practically every day there are a series of activities and events (some are open, others are paid):

Yoga Practices (various aspects)
Circle Dances
Shows and Soiree
Workshops on various topics: conscious eating, permaculture, education, etc.)
Experiences in Nature: walk in the mangrove and forest
Holistic Therapies: massages, aquatic massage
And many others….

Paradisiac Environment

In Piracanga we have the privilege of being in a nursery in the Atlantic Forest.

In our landscapes, we can enjoy a wild mangrove, a deserted beach, a preserved forest, and at the meeting of the Piracanga river with the sea, watch the dawn with the singing of birds.

It is in this scenario that you will experience every moment of your experience here. Nature supports us, nourishes, balances…

Practice the exercise of feeling and listening to your messages.

AGREEMENTS AND CARE

It is very important that you understand and share our coexistence agreements while in Piracanga:
We only use 100% biodegradable products: this care is essential to keep our water source pure. You will receive a gift kit on your arrival.
We maintain a 100% plant-based diet at the Unah center.
It is not allowed to use or remain under the influence of any type of drug (alcohol, marijuana, and others) inside Piracanga.
All waste produced by us must be cleaned, separated, and sent to the recycling center.
Pets are not allowed, as they hunt and scare the wild fauna that already lives here.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

To make the most of your experience in Unah Piracanga, our packages already include:

Accommodation: for the entire period (6 nights), in the type of room that best suits your needs.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch for the entire period. Starts at dinner on September 23th until lunch on September 19th.
Activities: all activities
Sport Equipment: surf boards, kayak, bicicles, standup paddle

PRICING AND RESERVATIONS

YOUR REGISTRATION IS CARRIED OUT IN 2 STEPS:

The package prices for the 6 days of the complete BODY, MOVEMENT, AND NATURE Retreat starts at R$2,930.

YOUR REGISTRATION IS CARRIED OUT IN 2 STEPS:

1# Book Accommodation and Food:

Accommodation + breakfast + lunch + dinner for the entire period, from R$690 (US$140 Aprox)

Click the button below to proceed:

2# Reserve your spot at the Event:

Book your spot at the event directly with the organization, in the amount of: R$ 2.240 (aprox USD 440)