Yoga, Music & Writing Retreat Oct 9-16 2026
refresh – renew – inspire with Barbara Leah Meyer (E-RYTGOLD) and Jan Randall
Move, sing, and express your authentic self in an eco-sanctuary where nature nourishes body and soul.
This unique 8-Day retreat invites you to reconnect with your body’s wisdom, awaken your creativity, and share inspiration with kindred spirits — all within the tranquil embrace of Pachawa Retreat Centre, surrounded by stunning landscapes and just minutes from breathtaking beaches.
Begin each day with heart-centered yoga to stabilze, strengthen and deepen your connection to yourself.
Feel your imagination blossom in creative writing circles and soulful songwriting circles to awaken your writing voice, whether it be expressed in lyrics, poetry or prose.
In this intimate setting, we will hold space for each other for authentic connection, deep listening and personal guidance.
Fun excursions and adventures celebrate and connect us to the beauty of the natural world. Gather beneath the evening stars for live music, fireside jams, poetry and storytelling. Savour home-grown, nutritious meals and rest deeply in eco-friendly accomodation designed for comfort and connection to the land.
Barbara and Jan invite you to join them in this unique adventure to nourish, create, and come home to yourself, reconnecting with your breath, your body and your story. You will leave renewed, inspired, and alive with the song of Portugal in your heart.
- * Daily yoga, meditation & pranayama
- * Beach picnics, winery tour, nature hikes, e-bike tour and more!
- * Fresh, homegrown meals under the Alentejo sun
- * Eco-chic accommodation surrounded by nature
- * Writing circles, jam sessions, live performances, small group or one-on-one coaching sessions.
ALL INCLUSIVE RETREAT PRICE
(not including airfare and airport transfers)
$2,450.00 CDN / 1.300,00 GBP / EUR 1.495,00 (double occupancy)
$2,950.00 CDN / 1.575,00 GBP / EUR 1.795,00 per person (Single occupancy)
Payment in Canadian dollars or EUROS. We request a 25% non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot. Book early to get your choice of Pachawa’s cozy, eco-friendly accommodations.
EARLYBIRD “BRING a BUDDY” SPECIAL!
The first 4 people to reserve their spot bring along a buddy for half price!!!! (shared room)
eg. First person = $2,450.00 CDN / Buddy = $1,250.00
Barbara Leah Meyer is a devoted yogi … as well as a professional musician, recording artist and music educator. Her daily yoga practice has been her sacred place for over 40 years. She is a highly knowledgeable and experienced teacher, has completed her E-RYTGOLD level certification and is on a continual “deep dive” into the fascinating worlds of modern movement science and mindfulness. She is a practitioner of the “Rouleau Movement Method”.
Barbara loves to incorporate music and singing, mudra and mantra into her yoga offerings. She brings her love of teaching and wellness to the yoga mat with a focus on stability, strength, balance, activation, the breath, meditation and yoga as our personal sanctuary. Barbara resides in Alberta, Canada and has lived, played music and taught yoga in many countries and settings around the world. She offers workshops and retreats worldwide, in fun and exotic settings.
Jan Randall is a world-renowned pianist, composer, and recording artist whose musical range spans classical, blues, pop, Latin, and jazz. Over his distinguished career, he has composed and produced award-winning original scores for more than 800 productions across film, television, and live performance.
As Music Director for Second City TV, Jan performed alongside comedy greats including Catherine O’Hara, Ryan Stiles, Colin Mochrie, Richard Kind, Ron James, Eugene Levy, and Mike Myers. He has also served as Music Director for CBC Radio’s award-winning The Irrelevant Show and the Banff World TV Festival
JAN RANDALL 
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