Ahimsa is an ancient Sanskrit term meaning non-harming, but its implications are far wider; it is more than just not harming, it is more than an attitude, it is a whole way of life.

Fonte de Baixo in Central Portugal is a training and experimental biotope for the development of non-harming and sustainability. Situated between the Serra da Lousa Mountains and Zêzere river valley, Fonte de Baixo is a small quinta which is the hub for Projeto-Ahimsa training and development courses, and a place for the promotion of peace, environmental sustainability, meditation and yoga.

At the moment it is a couple of acres of vegetable terraces, fruit trees and hill pasture. In the future, our vision is to grow as much of our own food as we can, to harness the forces from the sun, wind and water for our energy needs and rebuild the existing schist ruins using sound renewable and locally sustainable materials and building techniques.

Throughout the year we will be running a wide range of courses and workshops, including eco-therapy, permaculture, vegetarian and ayurvedic cooking, how to look after animals, natural building methods, basket making, felt making, Thai Yoga Massage and Shiatsu. We also invite people to stay for an individual or group programme including yoga, Zen meditation and Ayurvedic life style recommendations to find a renewed balance in life. This can include daily massages, psychotherapy and bodywork if necessary. Living in a quiet environment close to nature raises our awareness of who we really are and where we want to go. We want to offer you a space to breathe and reconnect with the abundance of life.

For more details see the events page on www.whenthingsfallapart.com and www.kalyanatherapies.co.uk

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