What is the proposal?
This is an invitation to 13 immersions centered on breath awareness. In each session, we will journey back to the organic rhythm of our biology, allowing the body to recall that primal resource for a sensitive connection to life: the breath. Together, we will navigate the transition from the warm season to the cold—a passage inviting us to shift from the outer to the inner, from linear time to deep time, while honoring the breath as a bodily presence, a foundation for nervous system co-regulation, and a source of grounding.
The work throughout the cycle will unfold gradually; we will complement the core Breathwork practice with meditation, writing, music, and movement, all within an intimate group setting built on sharing and mutual support.
What is Breathwork?
Breathwork is a technique of conscious, connected breathing—performed continuously and repetitively—that allows us to reach the most remote parts of our bodies with integrity, care, and permission. As a practice of liberation, Breathwork enables us to observe, feel, and untie the internal knots we carry as a result of past histories, relational traumas, or emotional wounds. As a technique involving conscious, constant-flow breathing, it grants access to renewed states of consciousness; therefore, it should be practiced with the guidance of an instructor and within a safe, comfortable space.
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This breathwork cycle is for you if
Deepen the practice of conscious breathing as an anchor in your daily life
Learn to observe the breath rather than control it
Slow pacing to allow for a deep, rhythmic and effortless flow of breath
Resources to guide the nervous system toward a sense of safety
Awaken the body, open the breath, and let vital energy circulate
Release stucked traumatic energy at the body's own pace
Group support throughout the practice
It starts on the 20th September for 13 consecutive weeks, always on Sundays from 5 PM to 7 PM.
There will be 6 in-person sessions at Meditation House Porto - Quinta da Arroteia.
And 7 online sessions via Zoom, which will be recorded and sent later.
In-Person
September 27
October 11, 25
November 8, 29
December 6
How will it work?
Online
September 20
October 4, 18
November 1, 15, 22
December 13
Duration
Schedule
Number of Participants
13 weeks
Sundays from 5 PM to 7 PM
4 to 12 participants
Weekly Breathwork practices
Guided meditation
Collective movement
Sound healing with gong
Listening and sharing circle
Online support group
This breathwork cycle essentially includes
An integrative meditation teacher and researcher into breathwork and the holding of psycho-emotional landscapes, he is the creator of the educational, therapeutic, and community-based projects Meditation House Porto and Ursa Parda.
For 15 years, he has explored the intersections of meditation, breathwork, nervous system co-regulation, and new ways of inhabiting the body, places, and relationships within modern society. He facilitates practice groups and teacher training courses, circles for mindful and creative masculine presence, breathwork study groups, and journeys dedicated to holding space for individual, community, and ecological grief. He co-created Ursa Parda as both a practice and a school set within native woodlands and the stone-and-water landscapes of the Leça Valley; it is a space designed to heal the rift between humans and nature and to weave together ways of returning to, belonging to, and caring for the land.
His work is grounded in an academic background in Economics and Sports Science, as well as a professional career in business management. He is the author of the books A Prova do José (Chiado, 2017) and Volição: a Vida como Meditação (Moonlight, 2026), both of which explore themes of social and cultural questioning.
About the teacher
Nuno Miguel Teixeira
A cycle for an embodied presence, a resource for nervous system co-regulation and a practice of revitalization within the breath.
Eliza and Raul
Incredible experience! We loved Nuno! Beautiful house and space; you can feel the beautiful energy and spirit around the place. Highly recommended. Definitely and will go back again. With love Raul and Eliza! ❤️
Elena and Billy
Thank you Nuno and Inês! We learnt a lot from our time at the retreat, not only from the meditation activities but also from being in the presence of such insightful teachers. The house and food also exceeded any expectations!
Testimonials
Patrícia and João
When the student is ready, the teacher appears. Nothing about our retreat would be normal, starting with how we discovered and booked it only a week in advance, given our situation as a couple, going without knowing where we were going and arriving in torrential rain. If all this was a challenge for Nuno and Inês, we don't know. What they gave us was comfort, safeness, trust, attention to detail and love. The retreat wasn't a set of practices with a good soundtrack. It was an invitation to walk a path without knowing the final destination or what stations or stops we would pass through. After all, isn't this a definition of life as a couple? There's a moment before and a moment after for us as a couple: the retreat at Meditation House Porto. Although we feel that the invitation they extended to us still exists and that we, as a couple, can reclaim and relive it whenever we wish. Thank you, Nuno and Inês.
Application
Fill out the form.
Send us a brief text outlining your motivations for participating, as well as your experience with meditation and body-based practices.
We will get in touch as soon as possible to let you know if your application has been approved.
Once approved, you must finalize your participation by making the payment and sending proof of payment.
Payment in installments is available.
We look forward to learning about your intentions and background!
Frequently Asked Questions
What language will the program be given in?
The cycle of breathwork will be conducted in english or portuguese, depending on the participant preference.
Do I need any prior knowledge of meditation or breathing practices?
No. A commitment to personal development and a willingness to explore are relevant.
Are there any precautions or contraindications to practicing Breathwork?
Breathwork practice is not recommended for those with mental or neurological illnesses requiring medication, or for those suffering from physical illnesses associated with the nervous system. Pregnant women or individuals in fragile states should adjust their practice accordingly. Heavy meals, alcohol consumption, and any drug use before and after sessions should be avoided. Rest and time for integration should be considered after sessions.
Are you thinking of doing this cycle exclusively online?
No. This program was created to be experienced through physical presence and body at Meditation House Porto. There will be online sessions for us to practice together from home.
Is this program certified by DGERT or another entity?
No. This program does not qualify for certification.
Can I have follow-up support after the program ends?
Yes. You can schedule individual sessions with the teacher Nuno in person or online.
Will I be qualified to lead meditation classes?
No. You can take the meditation teacher training for that purpose.
How can I benefit from the Student price?
The Student price is for all the people that have participated on any paid event at Meditation House Porto.
What if I want to cancel my participation?
We do not offer refunds. Each case is evaluated individually.
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