The Holistic Residency, Portugal

 
 

Welcome to a bespoke wholistic offer designed for teenagers and their caregivers


Workshops and Courses make up the syllabus of this experience in the south of Portugal.

Teenagers are invited to stay on location with their caregivers for 1 - 2 months (or more) to engage in courses and workshops designed to nourish their Well-Being and spark their innate abilities and interests. Situated close to the ocean, many diverse opportunities await.

This is designed for teenagers who are unschooling, world schooling, taking a pause from the private or public system, or who are homeschooling online. This is also for their caregivers where parenting and guidance is approached through self-study and in deep appreciation of the uniqueness of each person’s journey.

The accommodation is equipped with all the modern luxuries and boasts panoramic views of the Alentejo countryside.

Registration starts at 3450 Euro/Family/Month

  • Inclusive of accommodation, workshops and courses outlined in the syllabus, and half-board meals prepared by an in-house chef


2026 Cohorts:

  • October 10-November 7

  • November 16-December 12

Options to extend after December 12 are available upon request.

  • December 19 - January 16

2027 Cohorts:

  • January 30-February 27

  • March 6-April 3

  • April 10-May 8


Courses Include

Art Residency

Led by International Artists

Well-Being Courses

Academic Skill Development

Culinary Course

Nature Hikes

Horse Care Course


Schedule an Information Call


The process in 5 simple steps

  1. Schedule an Information Call: This call is designed to offer you more information, to answer your questions and to see if this offer is the right fit for your family.

  2. Review the Information Package: Review the information package shared with you after the Information Call and select the options that best supports the teenager(s) and caregiver(s) in the family.

  3. Apply: Apply to be considered for 1 of the 6 spots in the residency. The application process is comprised of an online form and an online interview with the parent and the Holos Admissions Panel. It is FREE to complete the online form. If the application moves to the Admissions Call, it has a fee of 200 Euro.

  4. Deposit: You will be notified within 3 business days if you are accepted for one of the 6 spots and you are asked to confirm your spot with a deposit of 1000 Euro.

  5. Prepare for the Residency: Once accepted into the residency, we will be in contact to share next steps and guide you step by step on how to prepare.