House.of.Honey Aerial Silks, Rope & Hammock Retreat
Sunday October 1-8
Where: House of Honey Studio (1km from Lagos, Portugal in the Algarve)
Enjoy a second summer in the sunny Algarve training in the new House of Honey aerial studio just 1 km outside of Lagos. Immerse yourself in a unique aerial workshop that will introduce new techniques and fresh movement to your practice. Whether you only have some experience or you’re an advanced aerialist, we can accommodate all skill levels.
Participants can choose to focus on silks, rope or hammock and are also welcome to try a new element! The classes will focus on building strength, flexibility, and body awareness. We will also incorporate elements of creative art, such as how to infuse your aerials with dance, putting choreography to music and using theater to enliven your sequence. When you’re not training, enjoy some downtime in our on-site salt pool, jacuzzi and ice bath overlooking the sea :)
Participation is limited to 15 so reserve your spot now!
Rope & Silks Teacher: Gianluca Gerlando Gentiluomo, circus performer and teacher for over 20 years.
Hammock & Aerial Yoga Teacher: Elaine Brackin, circus performer and teacher for over 10 years.
Early Bird Special (until June 15, 2023)
Shared Accommodation 1100 euros (after it’s 1300 euros)
Private Accommodation: 1400 euros ( after it’s 1600 euros)
*Prices include breakfast and lunch every day, all classes, a one day excursion, group dinner and professional photographs and videos from the showcase.
Breakfast and lunch will be served on the pool terrace just above the aerial studio, where you have access to a heated salt pool, a saltwater jacuzzi and an ice bath (available every day until 3:30 PM). On the last night of the workshop, those who wish to practice their performance skills are invited to showcase their numbers. Professional photos and videos will be taken for free.
Participants will also be able to add on a surfing class, a photography session with a professional photographer, horseback riding and a massage
*these are not included in the base price. More details coming soon :)
All breakfasts and lunches are included and we will enjoy one dinner out together in Lagos, the coolest little city in the Algarve. Prepared by a professional chef who focuses on the freshest local ingredients available, we do our best to make sure most of what you will eat is less than 20 kilometers farm to table.
Detailed menus will be prepared once we know dietary requirements but vegan and special diets are not a problem.
On Day 3, we will all take an excursion together to see the gorgeous Algarvian coastline on a sailboat through the stunning rocky canyons. After the boat trip, we can either kayak, surf or hang out together on the beach. For those who prefer hiking, this is also an option. After the day out we will convene for a shared dinner in Lagos.
For accommodation, you can choose to stay either right next door in the stunning Four Winds Villa (shared or private rooms available for up to 6) or the gorgeous Bell Apartments overlooking a lush green valley (5 min walk down the street). Here you have the option of a private apartment, a private room or a shared room.
Schedule:
Sunday October 1: Meet & Greet
Participants are welcomed throughout the day at their lodging of choice and given a tour of the studio. In the evening we will meet for a brief cocktail by the pool to discuss the week’s schedule.
Monday October 2:
9:30: Group warm up (either yoga or aerial yoga)
9:30-12: Intensive class in rope, silks or hammock (participants can choose their element) with 2 world renowned teachers and performers. On rope and silks, we have the incredible Italian Gianluca Gentiluomo, who brings over 20 years of experience. On hammock, we have Ella Hammock, who has been teaching and performing for nearly 15 years.
12: Break for coffee, tea & snacks
12-2: Afternoon class that will bring in elements of performance and choreography. You can choose your element.
2pm: A delicious lunch prepared locally and served poolside. Menu to follow but the Algrave is famous for its fertile ground and the local fruits and vegetables are incredible here so we will be using as many of them as possible in our healthy, fresh meals.
2-3:30–free time (you can either hang out poolside or in the jacuzzi or continue your training in the studio)
3:30 onwards – participants can either continue working in the hexagon with fellow aerialists or head out to see the local sights and gorgeous beaches.
Tuesday October 3:
9:30: Group warm up (either yoga or aerial yoga)
9:30-12: Intensive class in rope, silks or hammock (participants can choose their element) with 2 world renowned teachers and performers. On rope and silks, we have the incredible Italian Gianluca Gentiluomo, who brings over 20 years of experience. On hammock, we have Ella Hammock, who has been teaching and performing for nearly 15 years.
12: Break for coffee, tea & snacks
12-2: Afternoon class that will bring in elements of performance and choreography. You can choose your element.
2pm: A delicious lunch prepared locally and served poolside. Menu to follow but the Algrave is famous for its fertile ground and the local fruits and vegetables are incredible here so we will be using as many of them as possible in our healthy, fresh meals.
2-3:30– optional handstand class in the studio or free time (you can either hang out poolside or in the jacuzzi or continue your training in the studio)
3:30 onwards – participants can either continue working in the hexagon with fellow aerialists or head out to see the local sights and gorgeous beaches.
Wednesday October 4:
Excursion day. At 10AM, we will leave together for a boat ride in Lagos, sailing through the beautiful canyons along the coast. Lunch will be served on the ship. Afterwards, you can choose from kayaking, surfing, horseback riding, or just chilling on the beach together.
6pm – ride back to the studio to freshen up and shower
7pm–group dinner in Lagos
Thursday October 5:
9:30: Group warm up (either yoga or aerial yoga)
9:30-12: Intensive class in rope, silks or hammock (participants can choose their element) with 2 world renowned teachers and performers. On rope and silks, we have the incredible Italian Gianluca Gentiluomo, who brings over 20 years of experience. On hammock, we have Ella Hammock, who has been teaching and performing for nearly 15 years.
12: Break for coffee, tea & snacks
12-2: Afternoon class that will bring in elements of performance and choreography. You can choose your element.
2pm: A delicious lunch prepared locally and served poolside. Menu to follow but the Algrave is famous for its fertile ground and the local fruits and vegetables are incredible here so we will be using as many of them as possible in our healthy, fresh meals.
2-3:30– optional acro yoga class in the studio or free time (you can either hang out poolside or in the jacuzzi or continue your training in the studio)
3:30 onwards – participants can either continue working in the hexagon with fellow aerialists or head out to see the local sights and gorgeous beaches.
Friday October 6
9:30: Group warm up (either yoga or aerial yoga)
9:30-12: Intensive class in rope, silks or hammock (participants can choose their element) with 2 world renowned teachers and performers. On rope and silks, we have the incredible Italian Gianluca Gentiluomo, who brings over 20 years of experience. On hammock, we have Ella Hammock, who has been teaching and performing for nearly 15 years.
12: Break for coffee, tea & snacks
12-2: Afternoon class that will bring in elements of performance and choreography. You can choose your element.
2pm: A delicious lunch prepared locally and served poolside. Menu to follow but the Algrave is famous for its fertile ground and the local fruits and vegetables are incredible here so we will be using as many of them as possible in our healthy, fresh meals.
2-3:30– optional photography session in the studio with a professional photographer or free time (you can either hang out poolside or in the jacuzzi or continue your training in the studio)
3:30 onwards – participants can either continue working in the hexagon with fellow aerialists or head out to see the local sights and gorgeous beaches.
Saturday October 7
10 Group warm up (either aerial yoga or yoga)
10:30-12:30 – last practice session for those who wish to showcase their work. We will discuss sound and lighting for the performance. For those who don’t, they will work on technique, strength and flexibility.
12:30 break for coffee
1 pm lunch served on the terrace poolside
The afternoon is free but participants are welcome to continue training if they wish in the studio.
Dinner is on your own.
8pm Showcase of student work together in the studio.
DJ PARTY until 11pm followed by a chill fire for those who wish to hang out
Sunday October 8:
11 AM – farewell and review of the showcase. Gianluca and Ella will give participants feedback on their work and tips to help them improve in the future.
The day is open to participants who are still in the Algarve and wish to train.
More details about the studio, its location and the stunning surrounding area, the menu, other guest teachers, transportation, and accommodation can be found on the website.
I’m also available to you on facebook messenger or instagram or whats app at +351-918-888-142
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How to get here:
Lagos is about 3 hours drive south of Lisbon. You have buses and trains to get here.
The nearest airport is Faro and you have cheap flights on RyanAir and EasyJet from many major European cities. From Faro, it’s a 45 minute drive and there are ubers and taxis (about 75 euros). If we have several arriving at similar times, we can arrange shared transport from the airport to House of Honey.
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