Welcome to
People Ocean

A community of people who believe that we can positively change and improve the world through acts of love, creativity, compassion and kindness.

Who we are and why we do what we do - our mission

Our mission? Simple: We're all about creating a space, physical and digital, where everyone will be inspired, explore, and grow alongside each other. Think of it like a big family where we share knowledge, experiences, and good vibes to help each other reach our full potential. We take a holistic approach to life, and although our soul is in spiritual practices and healthy living, we mix our experiences with sports, music, dance, and other activities. We are a passionate group of people who are in love with life and all it can offer. We take our inspiration from the ocean and our inner strength from the togetherness of our community.

We offer retreats, classes, and events in our own regime, our space can be used for your retreats or classes. And we are further exploring an online learning platform and an online shop.

Welcome to People Ocean - where curious people come together to learn, explore, and develop!

Upcoming events

All events

Other activities outside of the Retreat Center

You have the opportunity to rent our premises for your events and retreats, plan your own retreat, yoga practices, training with the team

Customized Leadership Team Retreat

Bring your leadership team to the inspiring shores of Portugal’s Silver Coast at People Ocean Retreat Centre

Your retreat at People Ocean

You have the possibility to rent our space for your activities and retreats

PPL Ocean Art and Retreat Centre

Ppl Ocean Art and Retreat Centre is located in the picturesque Portuguese village of São Bernardino, and is a short walk from the beach. Within 10 minutes reaching also Peniche and Baleal, world famous for beaches, surfing and delicious seafood.

The house is located on a farm with a large organic pool. It's well renovated with spacious areas with 6 well equipped bedrooms; 4 are double rooms with en-suite bathrooms and 2 rooms share bathroom. On the ground floor is a large activity room for practises, art, photography and music.

We have secured parking at the Retreat Centre.

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How to find us

PPL Ocean – Yoga & Retreat Centre

Dom Dinis Casa Buraco do Mocho, R. do Rei, 2525-524 Atouguia da Baleia

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Our teams

Katya Antoni

Founder of PPL.Ocean Community

Instructor of Hatha Yoga (Delhi, India 2016) and Sivananda Yoga (Dharamsala, India 2012)
Certified Animal Flow teacher (Russia, Portugal), Ayurveda consultant (Udupi, India. 2 levels of Gosval school), graduate of the Art Of Living program (Sri Ashram Sri Bangalore, India)
Author of the “Conscious Portrait” and “Art of Focus” course methodology (combining breathing practices with Olympic archery)
Patrik Antoni

PPL.Ocean business mentor and chef

Patrik is a senior leader at IKEA with a broad international experience currently focusing on sustainability and circularity. He's a big believer in the power of mindfulness for boosting well-being both at work and at home. Now, he's bringing his sustainability expertise to ppl ocean aiming to make it a show case of eco-friendly and mindful living, blending business strategies with an innovative food offer and sustainable practices.
Aleksandr Kotliarov

Management and technical support

He has led major projects in IT companies in Russia, Switzerland and the USA. Specialist in the creation and promotion of websites and applications, management of development, marketing and design teams.

Reviws of our guests

Margo

Instagram

In a few words: I’m completely delighted and amazed. Now, let me elaborate.
I thought staying silent would be unbearably hard, but it turned out to be the easiest and most pleasant part. The environment around you is designed to make this experience as comfortable as possible. The program is structured to shift all your attention to your body, which brings an incredible sense of mental relaxation. The practices are very diverse, all aimed at deepening the connection with your body. I felt like I spent all five days either floating in endorphins or sleeping—it was that calming and peaceful.
I learned so much about myself, about how I perceive the world and my place in it. A silent retreat feels like a spa for both the soul and body. I definitely want to make this a regular practice and will surely return.

7.10.2024

Sasha

I didn’t have any specific expectations or requests—I just wanted to try being in silence with myself and my thoughts. It turns out staying silent for a few days isn’t that hard, but keeping your mind from wandering—from memories to future plans—is the real challenge.
Afterward, I felt a clarity in my mind, as though it had been cleansed. I felt refreshed, rested, and free. A huge thank you to the retreat team for the excellent level of organization, support, and care.

7.10.2024

Vladimir

Thank you to everyone—I’m grateful to all of you because I truly experienced the full spectrum of emotions, from soaring to the heavens to sinking into the depths of my inner state.
I was in a very tangled place before the retreat, and I really needed to sort things out within myself. Now, I’m leaving the retreat with important insights. I’ve spent so much time searching for myself—different teachers, gurus, trainings, and trips. But it was during this retreat that I realized all the answers are already here—they’re within us.

15.09.2024

Kseniya

During one of the practices, with my eyes blindfolded, I became aware of how many sounds surround us. Now, I see our ability to see, hear, and speak in a completely different light. I used to take it all for granted.
After the retreat, I became acutely aware of how much time my phone takes from me, and I feel the need to share this realization with others.

15.09.2024

Roman

Instagram

I didn’t fully understand when I went to the retreat what exactly I wanted to find and realize for myself. For me, it was more of a trial, a search for something, and at some point, I found answers for myself. I was afraid that I might just waste my time, but that definitely didn’t happen. What happened over these days has never happened to me before, not even close. I wish the retreat lasted longer because it wasn’t enough for me.

7.07.2024

Marianna

Instagram

I feel very good, in true inner silence. I don’t want to leave because I felt very comfortable; the vegetarian cuisine was excellent, and the program was thoughtful and sensory. I realized a lot, felt nature, the breeze, the sound of water, and I started writing poetry again. Silence is a support for life for me; you just have to step into it to understand what this feeling provides.

7.07.2024

Veronika

I feel amazing, but it was difficult at first; I wanted to talk, but then something switched, and a deep silence settled within me. On the fourth day of the retreat, I experienced a sense of harmony with myself. The space we lived in was simply magnificent: wrapped in love, warmth, and care for each individual. I will wish all my acquaintances to go through this retreat; it will help you connect with yourself.

7.07.2024

Reviws of our guests

During one of the practices, with my eyes blindfolded, I became aware of how many sounds surround us. Now, I see our ability to see, hear, and speak in a completely different light. I used to take it all for granted.
After the retreat, I became acutely aware of how much time my phone takes from me, and I feel the need to share this realization with others.

15.09.2024

Kseniya

In a few words: I’m completely delighted and amazed. Now, let me elaborate.
I thought staying silent would be unbearably hard, but it turned out to be the easiest and most pleasant part. The environment around you is designed to make this experience as comfortable as possible. The program is structured to shift all your attention to your body, which brings an incredible sense of mental relaxation. The practices are very diverse, all aimed at deepening the connection with your body. I felt like I spent all five days either floating in endorphins or sleeping—it was that calming and peaceful.
I learned so much about myself, about how I perceive the world and my place in it. A silent retreat feels like a spa for both the soul and body. I definitely want to make this a regular practice and will surely return.

7.10.2024

Margo

Instagram

I didn’t have any specific expectations or requests—I just wanted to try being in silence with myself and my thoughts. It turns out staying silent for a few days isn’t that hard, but keeping your mind from wandering—from memories to future plans—is the real challenge.
Afterward, I felt a clarity in my mind, as though it had been cleansed. I felt refreshed, rested, and free. A huge thank you to the retreat team for the excellent level of organization, support, and care.

7.10.2024

Sasha

Thank you to everyone—I’m grateful to all of you because I truly experienced the full spectrum of emotions, from soaring to the heavens to sinking into the depths of my inner state.
I was in a very tangled place before the retreat, and I really needed to sort things out within myself. Now, I’m leaving the retreat with important insights. I’ve spent so much time searching for myself—different teachers, gurus, trainings, and trips. But it was during this retreat that I realized all the answers are already here—they’re within us.

15.09.2024

Vladimir

I didn’t fully understand when I went to the retreat what exactly I wanted to find and realize for myself. For me, it was more of a trial, a search for something, and at some point, I found answers for myself. I was afraid that I might just waste my time, but that definitely didn’t happen. What happened over these days has never happened to me before, not even close. I wish the retreat lasted longer because it wasn’t enough for me.

7.07.2024

Roman

Instagram

I feel very good, in true inner silence. I don’t want to leave because I felt very comfortable; the vegetarian cuisine was excellent, and the program was thoughtful and sensory. I realized a lot, felt nature, the breeze, the sound of water, and I started writing poetry again. Silence is a support for life for me; you just have to step into it to understand what this feeling provides.

7.07.2024

Marianna

Instagram

I feel amazing, but it was difficult at first; I wanted to talk, but then something switched, and a deep silence settled within me. On the fourth day of the retreat, I experienced a sense of harmony with myself. The space we lived in was simply magnificent: wrapped in love, warmth, and care for each individual. I will wish all my acquaintances to go through this retreat; it will help you connect with yourself.

7.07.2024

Veronika

Project manager in Pixels

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