Aerial silks hanging on an open deck above the sea at sunrise
Upcoming Retreat

Foundations for Advanced Aerial Movement

Fly with Dana Augustin

2 May – 8 May 2027

Advanced movements don't come from forcing them. They come from the groundwork underneath. This May in Ericeira, I'm welcoming Dana Augustin for a week of technique, conditioning, alignment and smart progressions, open to intermediate and advanced levels only. You'll enjoy 9h of classes with Dana on advanced technique and 3h with Aléna on spin technique (you can check the classes organisation in the FAQ).

Come build the base that will carry your aerial practice further than you imagined!

Workshop content

with Dana Augustin

Foundations for Advanced Aerial Movement

A progressive approach to advanced aerial technique, moving from the ground to the aerial apparatus and finally into specific aerial silks techniques.

with Aléna Carré

Spin Mechanics: Velocity & Control

A detailed approach to spinning on aerial silks, breaking down the technique behind every rotation to understand how to generate speed, sustain it and control it from start to finish.

Program

Example of a week with Aerialness.
This program will be updated soon and might change depending on weather conditions.

Visual plan for the retreat week

Where you'll stay

Villa Salsa is just a 5-minute drive from our aerial studio, perched above São Lourenço Beach with sea views and a private pool to unwind in after class. Five bedrooms, four bathrooms, a fireplace for cool evenings, and a garden terrace made for slow mornings — everything you need for a week fully devoted to silks.

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From past retreats

Alexia - Silkography retreat 2026

The silkography retreat was such a beautiful experience, both in the air and outside of it.
I came for the aerial silks, but I’m leaving with so much more : new techniques, beautiful memories, meet great people and a real feeling of having taken some time for myself. I especially loved the balance between training, discovering new things, relaxing and simply enjoying the moment.
A huge thank you to Alena for all the work, care and energy she put into making this retreat what it was. And of course, a big thank you to everyone who made this week so special. I would absolutely do it again!

Eloise - Back to Basics retreat 2025

A huge thank you to Aléna and Blandine for this first aerial silks course. I was a complete beginner and thanks to Aléna's excellent teaching, in just four days, I was able to perform moves I never thought I'd be capable of. Aside from the incredible setting (a stunning villa in Portugal, north of Lisbon), I loved the atmosphere and the good humour amongst all the girls. I had a wonderful time.

Clelia - Back to Basics retreat 2025

Amazing retreat! Great location in Portugal next to the beach! Alena - the teacher - is THE BEST, she helped me improve on my aerial skills SO much! She's very attentive and full of positive energy that made a great recipe for success on silks! She gives great advices to each and everyone according to their level and their goal and manage to keep it fun also! The food was awesome and all the conditions were reunited for creating great vibes between all participants! Would recommand 100%

Past retreats

Silkography Aerial Silks retreat in Ericeira PortugalEnded

Silkography Aerial Silks retreat

30 August – 5 September 2026

Aerial Silks Retreat 2025 - Back to Basics in Ericeira, PortugalEnded

Aerial Silks Retreat 2025 - Back to Basics

7 September – 12 September 2025

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