Ten Levels
of Freedom
An Immersive Experience in Yoga, Shamanism & Inner Transformation
13–15 November 2026 · Paço de Arcos · Lisbon
Hosted by Cristina Dionísio
Special Guests: Shmuel Shaul & Sabina Ali
A 3-Day Urban Retreat, 20 minutes from Lisbon
Three days of yoga, shamanic wisdom, ceremonial cacao, breathwork, reflection and transformational practices designed to help you to break free from the patterns, fears and expectations that have been shaping the way they live and create more freedom, awareness and choice.
This is not a residential retreat. It is an immersive urban experience where ancient wisdom meets modern life.
Are You Really Free?
We live in a world where we are free to choose where we live, what we do and how we want to live.
And yet, many of us still feel trapped.
Not by walls, but by fear, old patterns, expectations, the need for approval and the stories we keep telling ourselves.
Sometimes, what we call “who I am” is simply what I have learned to be.
What Is Holding You Back?
What if some of the things limiting your life are not external circumstances, but invisible boundaries within yourself?
And what if you could recognise them, release them and create a different way of being?
Freedom Begins Within
Freedom is not simply the ability to do whatever we want.
True freedom is the ability to be, to move, to experience and to create without being ruled by fear, conditioning or attachment.
To be who we truly are and who we choose to become.
To experience life openly.
To move beyond the limitations we have placed upon ourselves.
And to create something new.
Freedom is not the result of the spiritual path. It is the ground from which the spiritual path begins.
The Ten Levels of Freedom
The Kabbalistic tradition holds a profound teaching about the path to freedom: an initiation through Ten Levels of Freedom.
These ten levels offer a map from the physical dimensions of our lives to the deepest levels of our being, moving through physical, emotional, mental and spiritual freedom, and ultimately towards freedom of the soul.
Each level invites us to recognise where we are still bound and take another step towards greater freedom.
What holds me back?
What am I afraid to let go of?
Where have I given away my freedom?
What becomes possible when I am truly free?
Experience the Journey
Three days to explore the ten levels of freedom.
To recognise what binds you.
To release what no longer serves you.
To discover what becomes possible when you are free.
Workshop Program
18:00-21:30 Friday
9:00 - 18:00 Saturday
9:30 - 18:00 Sunday
What’s included?
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Friday from 18:00–21:30, Saturday and Sunday from 9:00–18:00, including teachings, experiential practices, ceremonies and the complete initiation journey, total 19 hours course
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Dedicated time throughout the weekend to explore, experience and integrate the teachings, with practical tools to bring greater freedom into your everyday life.
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Available throughout the weekend, so you can stay nourished and present during the journey.
Lunch Saturday & Sunday
Tea, Coffee and Tea Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Stop Surviving . Start Living.
Stop living from fear, conditioning and old patterns to start living with greater awareness, freedom and choice.
NOW is the Moment!
There are very limited spots. Don’t miss it.
Lock in Your Special Rate Today
13-15 November
Join for 355€
when you register by October 15th.
Full investment from October 16th: 580€
Meet Your Host & Special Guests
Cristina Dionísio
Yoga Teacher & Human Transformation Expert · Host & Retreat Facilitator
After more than two decades in the corporate world, yoga became more than a practice for me. It became a path of transformation that taught me to listen to my body, understand my patterns, and create a different way of living.
Today, I bring together the wisdom of yoga with conscious movement, breath, self-awareness, and a modern understanding of the body and mind. My work is about bridging ancient practices with real life, helping people move beyond automatic patterns, reconnect with themselves, and create meaningful change from the inside out.
I work with individuals, leaders, and organisations through yoga, retreats, mentoring, and transformational experiences, offering practical tools to live with more awareness, clarity, and purpose.
I believe transformation is not about becoming someone else. It is about becoming more fully who you are.
Shmuel Shaul
Shaman · Retreat Facilitator · Special Guest from Israel
Shmuel Shaul has been exploring and teaching shamanism for 31 years, with a particular focus on Hebrew and Egyptian shamanic tools and on weaving together Kabbalistic wisdom with the shamanic path.
He leads shamanic initiations in Israel and around the world, training people to become Medicine People. His work draws on the wisdom and intelligence of Nature and includes workshops in nature and spiritual journeys in Israel and throughout the world.
Shmuel is the author of best selling books Shamanic Initiation and The Secret of the Hebrew Letters.
For many years, he wrote for the Israeli magazine Haim Aherim, and for the past 18 years he has been broadcasting on Essence of Life Radio.
This will be Shmuel's first time teaching in Portugal.
Sabina Ali
Holistic Life Coach & Facilitator · Special Guest
Sabina Ali is a certified Holistic Life Coach, entrepreneur, and personal development facilitator dedicated to creating spaces for reconnection, self-awareness, and meaningful transformation.
With a holistic approach that brings together the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual dimensions of being, Sabina supports individuals in exploring their inner world, recognising limiting patterns, reconnecting with their purpose, values and intuition, and creating intentional change in their lives.
Her work is rooted in the belief that transformation begins with coming home to ourselves, becoming more aware of who we are, what truly matters to us, and what may be holding us back from living authentically.
She is the founder of Sabina Ali Holistic Coaching and CEO of SAB Consulting.
Marta Pereira
Event Organizer and Curator · CEO & Founder, Ellephant Comunicação
Marta is CEO and Founder at Ellephant Comunicação. She is a communications and experience professional with 16 years of experience across marketing, events, PR and project management.
She brings her expertise into the retreat and wellbeing space, focusing on the creation, production and curation of meaningful experiences. From concept and partnerships to communication and participant experience, she brings a holistic approach to every retreat.
Why Are We Bringing This Journey to Portugal
During a retreat in Bolivia, we met Shmuel Shaul on the sacred Isla de la Luna, in Lake Titicaca.
What began as a conversation over dinner turned into hours of sharing and learning around a fire. We were deeply touched by his wisdom and by the way every conversation opened new perspectives for us.
We returned home wanting to learn more and wanting others to experience it too.
And that is how this journey was born.
For the first time, Shmuel is coming to Portugal to share the Ten Levels of Freedom.
We are honoured to bring his teachings here and create the space for you to experience them for yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This experience is for you if you feel that something in your life is asking to change.
Perhaps you keep repeating patterns you thought you had already moved beyond. Perhaps fear, expectations, old beliefs or the need for approval are influencing your choices more than you would like. Or perhaps your life looks fine on the outside, but you know there is another way of living.
You don't need previous experience in shamanism, Kabbalah or spiritual practices.
You simply need the willingness to look honestly at what is holding you back — and explore what becomes possible when you begin to choose differently.
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What is the format of the course?
The course is an immersive three-day experience near Lisbon, combining teachings, experiential practices, reflection, ceremonies and integration.
Friday: 18:00–21:30
Saturday: 9:00–18:00
Sunday: 9:00–18:00 -
This is a non-residential workshop. It is a three-day initiatory course near Lisbon.
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You will receive practical information about what to bring and how to prepare before the course.
We recommend coming with comfortable clothing, an open mind and the willingness to explore yourself beyond what is familiar.
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The Ten Levels of Freedom are designed as a complete initiatory journey. Participation in the full three days is therefore required.
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Yes. The course will be facilitated by Shmuel Shaul in English.
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The retreat takes place in Sintra (Quinta de Cima do Pé da Serra, Colares, Sintra ), just a short trip from Lisbon:
🚗 By Car: Around 30 minutes from Lisbon. Free parking available at the venue.
🚕 By Taxi / Uber / Bolt: Convenient and affordable — approx. 30 minutes from Lisbon or 20 minutes from Sintra train station.
🚆 By Train: Regular trains run from Lisbon (Rossio Station) to Sintra in about 40 minutes. From there, you can take a taxi/Uber to the venue (around 20 minutes).
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Transportation to and from the retreat location;
Lunch;
Accommodation;
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Yes, we encourage you to share this experience with friends or family. Each person must book individually.
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How much is the investment?
The Early Bird investment is €350 until 15 October 2026.
From 16 October 2026, the investment is €580.
How do I secure my place?
Your place is confirmed once registration and payment have been completed.
Can I cancel my registration?
Registrations are non-refundable.
If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to find another person to take your place. Simply let us know in advance so we can update the registration details.
What happens if I can no longer attend?
You can transfer your place to another person. Please inform us in advance of the new participant's name and contact details.
What happens if the course is cancelled?
If the organisers need to cancel the course, registered participants will be informed as soon as possible and will receive the applicable refund in accordance with Portuguese law.
Can I attend only part of the course?
The Ten Levels of Freedom is designed as a complete three-day initiatory journey. Registration is therefore for the full programme and not for individual days.
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The experience is curated by Cristina Dionísio, Sabina Ali and Marta Pereira, who first met Shmuel during a journey in Bolivia and invited him to bring his teachings to Portugal for the first time.
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Contact Us: For any other questions or concerns, please reach out to us at hello@cristinadionisio.yoga
Event Location
Just 20 minutes from Lisbon by car or taxi
🚗 By Car: Around 20 minutes from Lisbon, with free parking available at the venue.
🚕 By Taxi / Uber / Bolt: Approximately 20 minutes from Lisbon, depending on traffic.
🚆 By Train: Regular trains run from Lisbon to Paço de Arcos, with the journey taking approximately 20 minutes. From Paço de Arcos station, the venue is around a 5-minute walk.
Get in Touch & Bookings
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