~ B E A U T Y W A Y F E S T I V A L ~

MOVEMENT MEDICINE

QI GONG | CACAO CEREMONY | MEDICINE MUSIC |
CONSCIOUS DANCE | LIVE MUSIC | DELICIOUS FOOD

10% of all profits go directly to supporting communities impacted by the natural disasters in Brazil

11 AUGUST, FROM 2pm


Join us for a sacred gathering in our enchanting forest connecting deeply with the spirit of nature, root into the Earth of your body & open your hearts - be touched by the beauty of life.

Activated through plant medicine Cacao, we alchemise & express through voices, hearts & bodies.

Moving & expressing freely we come into blissful ecstatic states of being; untethered, expansive & open to life in a collective prayer.


B E A U T Y W A Y

The essence of the Beauty Way, is to live in harmony with all aspects of life, seeking balance, peace, and inner and outer beauty. It emphasizes walking a path of mindfulness, respect, and gratitude, fostering connections with nature, others, and oneself. By embodying beauty in thoughts, actions, and spirit, one nurtures well-being and a deep sense of interconnectedness with the universe.


BEAUTYWAY FESTIVAL PROGRAM


Arrival 14:00

Feel the earth beneath you as you remove your shoes and settle onto our enchanting lands. Lay your blanket upon the ground, offering yourself fully to the experience. Bring your openness and let the magic of the surroundings embrace you.

Qi Gong & Breathwork 14.30pm

Qi Gong, an ancient Chinese practice, integrates physical postures, breathing techniques, and focused intention to cultivate and balance the body's vital energy, or "qi." Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, it promotes physical health, mental clarity, and emotional well-being. Qi Gong exercises range from gentle, meditative movements to more vigorous routines, making it accessible for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Cacao Ceremony 15:30

Cacao, or raw chocolate, was revered by ancient South and Central American civilizations as a health elixir, medicine, and aphrodisiac. Called "Heart Blood" by the Aztecs, it symbolized life and fertility. Today, cacao is recognized as a superfood, rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties. It supports heart health, activates brain neurotransmitters for bliss and motivation, and fosters deeper connections, creativity, and inner peace.

Kirtan 16:00

Kirtan, derived from Sanskrit meaning to praise or glorify, is a practice that connects us to our hearts and the present moment through sound and song. By singing mantras to deities, kirtan helps uncover our true nature, evoking love, awareness, and joy within each of us.

Ecstatic Dance followed by Live Medicine Music from 17:00

Experience the healing properties of cacao while setting intentions and engaging in ecstatic dance to awaken life force energy. With guidelines for a safe and liberating experience, participants move without judgment, embodying their intentions and truths amidst nature's beauty, creating transformative magic.

BRUNA BORTOLATO

Bruna is a spiritual guide, mentor, DJ, Yoga teacher & ceremonialist who with deep dedication initiates cacao ceremonies, opening hearts to feminine power and profound healing. Her journey began at the age of 23 when she bravely left Brazil to explore yoga, meditation, and ancient wisdom around the world. Now she travels the world offering extraordinary gatherings with her partner Mose.

She brings a fresh perspective to the masculine dominated electronic dance scene. Pulling from her deep rooted experience working with cacao and continually renewing her connection to spirit through ceremony and retreat, Bruna brings a deeply intentional vibration to her sets. Approaching her sets as a movement meditation, Bruna weaves sounds from around the world to bring the dancer into a hypnotic trance that transcends any particular cultural background or aesthetic.

We are so excited to welcome her magic to The Shanti Space!

Jack Weaver

Jack is a Chinese Medicine acupuncturist, Qi Gong Practitioner & Musician. As an Ecstatic Dance DJ Jack brings a depth to his sets that assist in journeying into the body and heart bringing connection to spirit. Evoking emotive moments of joy and ecstatic bliss. He loves to share his eclectic collection of world infused tribal & organic beats and carefully crafted sets to uplift and inspire the dance floor. He also brings a live element to his sets with his voice.

Jessica Weaver

Initiated in holding ceremonial space with Cacao for nearly a decade, with over 750+ hours Tantra & Hatha Yoga training. She weaves in the ancient esoteric lineage along with modern neuroscience, somatics & sound to her grounded earth-based offerings.

Her trauma-informed practices are designed to reconnect with the felt-sense of body, holding reverence for the Earth while empowering people to re-imagine their lives - beyond limiting beliefs - through embodied intention.

Joaquin del mojo

Joaquin del Mojo, an Argentine-born, Portugal-based multi-instrumentalist and composer, crafts musical prayers inspired by nature's wisdom. His melodies, deeply rooted in South American folklore, blend tradition with innovation, evoking ceremonial landscapes and the essence of life's gifts. As an Earth-rooted medicine man, he serves as a guardian to The House of the Rising Mojo in Ericeira, Portugal.

Check out his music here


ESSENTIALS

Join us in this magical forest location: The Shanti Space, Quinta Dos Lobos, Mafra

Find yourself held in the arms of nature; amongst ancient native corks and abundant fruit trees, swept up in the enchantment of a forest filled Portuguese valley.

The Shanti Space is a beautiful traditional Quinta set in the forest of a national park. Cocooned by nature, our neighbours are an Iberian Wolf Sanctuary, the Tapada de Mafra where many animals like deer, wild boar and owls also reside.

ACCOMMODATION IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT. WE RECOMMEND CAMPERS STAY IN BEACH TOWN ERICIERA!

☾TRAVEL

Liftshare: In the spirit of community, if you have spaces in your car or need a ride please support by joining the whatsapp group

If it's your first time, please be aware that GPS takes cars the wrong way. Turn off the N8 at Vale da Guarda down the bumpy track to the location.

Use this in GPS and then follow the track to the end and you will reach The Shanti Space

☾ TICKETS

€40 Pre-book
€50 on the door

10% of all profits go directly to supporting communities impacted by the natural disasters in Brazil

Children under 12 are welcome free.

☾ BRING

Your cacao cup, instrument, any crystals you may wish to charge on the alter, water bottles & blanket for rest / extra comfort.

Note: we do not welcome pets

Join us in this magical forest location!