Retreats and Experiences

The Ecological Center for Retreats and Experiences of Terra Luminous Institute has been contributing to human evolution, well-being, and a culture of peace since 2013.

The result of decades of research, our courses, experiences, and retreats are led by a group of experienced therapists and educators who live in community and have chosen sustainability and self-awareness as the pillars of their lives. Part of the annual program is conducted by facilitators from the fields of health, arts, human development, and permaculture, as well as organizations that rent our space and services.

"Terra Luminous is the most perfect place I know in Latin America to hold my workshops!"

Our Space

The facility accommodates groups of up to 35 people in comfortable individual, double, triple, or quadruple suites. We have a spacious restaurant with a library and a common area, which takes on a special charm in the evenings with a lit fireplace and candlelight.

We also have a 66 m² experiential room, well-ventilated and bathed in natural light, and a tipi tent in the middle of the forest with a central fire pit. To immerse ourselves in the nature of the Atlantic Forest, we have a lake for swimming, over 10 km of easily accessible trails, and waterfalls about an hour’s walk away.

The water that supplies Terra Luminous comes from our own springs and is rated as excellent quality by the School of Engineering of São Carlos (EESC/USP). In other words, we have potable water coming from our taps and showers, treated afterward with ecological root zone systems, ensuring care for nature. We also use organic produce from our gardens and local partner networks, and we compost our organic waste on-site.

Rental for Retreats and Events

With over ten years of experience, we have been hosting courses, retreats, workshops, and gatherings for both national and international facilitators from diverse fields. We offer a complete lodging setup with tranquility, security, and comfort, along with the services and hospitality of our team.

Corporate Experiences

We welcome companies and organizations from various sectors for day use or lodging, utilizing our event facilities and enjoying the renowned gourmet vegetarian and vegan cuisine of our restaurant. We conduct training sessions, strategic planning meetings, and team-building journeys.

For immersive experiences lasting one or more days, you can include regenerative activities offered by the ITL team, such as forest bathing with sensory walks in the woods, agroecology collective efforts, embodiment practices, Nonviolent Communication workshops, lectures on the importance of the region and the Atlantic Forest biome, and discussions on Regenerative Culture.

LUMINOUS RETREATS

Discover our retreats facilitated by residents and partners, and check the upcoming editions on our schedule.

Retreats and Experiences

Forest Bathing

Experiences of a day or a weekend in direct contact with nature at the headquarters of our institute, an extensive preserved and biodiverse area of the Atlantic Forest just 70 km from São Paulo.

Retreats and Experiences

LabS3 – Sociocracy

Courses and mentorship on this regenerative self-management system for groups, collectives, and organizations to innovate their structures and enhance their processes. A set of tools that amplify collective intelligence based on principles like decision-making by consent and transparency.

Retreats and Experiences

LabCNV – Nonviolent Communication

A philosophical dive into Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to deepen connection with oneself and others, contributing to a "win-win" logic, free from oppression. A laboratory to showcase how to strengthen listening skills and guide relationships towards a reality where everyone wins.

Retreats and Experiences

InCantos

Enchantment is the breath of the soul, the spiritual fire that animates existence. In this retreat, self-discovery unfolds through art, creating a vortex of pure healing. A call to make your soul resonate through voice, dance, song, rituals, and silence.

Retreats and Experiences

Brotherhood Men’s Immersion

In partnership with Brotherhood Brasil, this retreat provides a space for men to learn how to relate to life in a deeper and more sacred way. A journey to find the strength within, refined by sensitivity and the power of vulnerability.

“They were truly unforgettable days of healing and so much love. I will hold them in my heart and definitely return to Terra Luminous.”

“I connected with people and rediscovered myself. The forest, the tipi, the food: everything at Terra Luminous is wonderful.”