The Retreat
I have been living in the Algarve for eight years. My partner is Portuguese. Our kids are growing up here. Somewhere along the way I stopped being someone who visited and started being someone who belongs.
These retreats are built on that. Reformer Pilates every morning. The rest of the time? The Algarve that I actually live in.
The StoryThe Pilates
Every session is tailored to your group. Complete beginners and experienced practitioners are both welcome. The setting changes with every retreat but the quality of the Pilates never does.
See the RetreatsBeyond Pilates
I know the best chef in this valley. I know the restaurant in the village that does not have a website. Eight years of living here means I know who to call. Why would I not share that?
The Experience
What is included
DAILY
Reformer
Pilates
Tailored sessions every morning. All levels welcome.
PRIVATE
Chef
Dining
The best in the region, cooking with local and seasonal ingredients.
LOCAL
Restaurants
and Gems
Tables only locals know about. No tourist traps.
SOUND
Healing
and Massage
A network of practitioners I have worked with for years.
CURATED
Afternoon
Activities
Shaped around your group. Every retreat is different.
FULLY
Managed
Logistics
Villa, food, activities. Everything handled for you.
Choose your retreat
ONE DAY
A morning Reformer session, a workshop chosen by your group, a private chef lunch, and an afternoon shaped around you. Perfect for a birthday, a hen, or a day that is just different.
Morning Reformer session
Workshop (breathwork / mindset / soundbath for your group to decide)
Private chef lunch
Curated afternoon activity
Groups of 4 to 20
1 TO 5 NIGHTS
From one night to five days. Daily Reformer sessions, a handpicked villa, a chef who comes to you. I handle everything. You just show up.
Daily Reformer sessions
Handpicked villa accommodation
Private chef dining
Massage and sound healing
Local restaurants and curated experiences
Fully managed from arrival to departure
JULY 2026 · FEW SPACES REMAINING
This one is open to individuals. You do not need to bring your own group. Come on your own or with a friend and join a small group of like-minded women for four nights in the Algarve.
14 to 18 July 2026
Monte Sobradinho, near Loulé
Daily Reformer Pilates
All meals included
Rooms from €1,900 per person
What people say
“I'd never attended a retreat before. I was a little bit apprehensive — I was going on my own, totally out of my comfort zone. It was the best decision I ever made. I made some incredible friends that I still have now, a year later.”
Helen
UK
“Had the best time on Victoria's retreat. She was calm, everything flowed so well. The food was incredible, the people amazing. I can't wait to do another one.”
Fiona
UK
“Victoria organised a retreat for me and my friends. From start to finish it was so well organised — we did everything we wanted and more. Me and 11 other friends. We cannot wait to do it again.”
Mary
Ireland
Get in touch
These retreats are taken on by application only. I take a limited number of groups each year. Send me an email and tell me who is coming, when you are thinking of visiting, and what kind of retreat you have in mind.