PORTUGAL
The Essence of Deep Touch - Portugal
A Level 1 Myofascial Somatic Liberation Training
Portugal · 1 - 7 June, 2026 · The Shanti Space
An Embodied Invitation
The Essence of Deep Touch is more than a training.
It is a full-bodied, immersive journey into the art of deep, slow, and emotionally attuned bodywork.
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This residential retreat offers a unique space to learn how to give powerful, fascia-based touch that reaches beyond the physical body - while also receiving nourishing touch and support each day.
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It is a two-way experience.
Giving and receiving. Sensing and responding.
Listening and being listened to.
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Through this reciprocal process, the nervous system can soften. Old patterns may release.
A deeper sense of connection, to yourself and to others, can begin to emerge.
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"This retreat, set in lush nature, became a haven for learning and growth.
I delved into the wisdom of somatic bodywork and massage, embracing the simplicity that guided me toward profound discoveries. It exceeded my expectations, allowing me to create deep connections, feel the energy flow
and uncover answers that had long eluded me."
Erika, Lithuania
Learn and Embody the Following Topics with Playful Ease
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The foundational principles of deep bodywork through muscle and fascia
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An overview of the key fascial lines and how to access them through touch
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The psycho-emotional language of the body - how different areas hold stories and patterns
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Cultivating connection with yourself to enhance your ability to hold presence and connection with clients throughout a session
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Applying pressure with sensitivity: long, deep, and slow strokes that invite safety and openness for physical and emotional release​
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How to read the body, listen with your hands and follow its natural architecture, rhythms, and signals
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Bridging modern anatomy with traditional spiritual wisdom, making subtle energy accessible and tangible
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Using your bodyweight efficiently to offer deep touch in a gentle, sustainable way
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Crafting sessions and sequences for different purpose, tailored for release and healing
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The art of slowing down - not only in treatments, but in life itself
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Hands-on learning about fascia, trigger points, and energy dynamics
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Structured sequences that support intuition, clarity, and creative flow
"What inspired me most was the intimacy and direct approach to learn to touch and give massage. We learned about the complex fascia system and muscular anatomy through practicing in presence, spending the majority of the course actually hands on! I discovered so much, far beyond my initial expectations and am very grateful that the learning took place in a safe, sacred and joyful space."
Paige, USA
Exploring the Body through its Emotional Language
The training unfolds in two parts:
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Days 1 - 3: Fundamentals
You’ll learn the essentials of a full-body deep touch session - from structure to flow.
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Days 4 - 6: In Depth
We deepen into specific body areas and their emotional qualities, working through the full body in cyclical, integrative ways.
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Upper back, neck, lower back -
Looking back on the past to move forward
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Legs, feet -
Grounding into Mother Earth
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Abdomen, hips, pelvis -
Unleash your potential
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Thorax, chest, shoulders, arms -
Expansion of the heart
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Head, face, throat -
Sky as space in your head​​
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"This training was a true blessing and treat. I am blown away by my experience. Dan combined his abundant wisdom with the perfect amount of flow, playfulness and structure to create a truly special experience. The techniques and lessons learned in the training go deeper and beyond just a massage training. They help you create a better connection to yourself, others and the world around you."
Jili, USA
Yoga, Breathwork, Meditation and Voice Activation
Daily yoga and breathwork sessions support the themes of each day, grounding the body and opening your awareness.
These embodied practices deepen the work and nourish your nervous system.
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Group chanting, voice work and sharing circles invite you into expression and connection, while guided meditations and stories from yoga philosophy add context and depth to your journey.
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Together, these practices create an integrated inner and outer retreat - an immersion into body, energy and presence.
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08:00 Yoga, breathwork, chanting, sharing
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09:15 Breakfast
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10:00 Massage demo and practice
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13:30 Lunch and break
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15:30 Massage demo and practice
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18:30 Sharing and closing for the day
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20:00 Different rituals and group activities (optional)
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