Mind Over Matter
A Chess & Culture Retreat - Hosted by Tunde Onakoya in Collaboration with Bubu Ogisi
‘Mind Over Matter Retreat’
Return to the root, so you can rise.
In the hush between moves on a chessboard, we hear what our ancestors knew: that stillness is strategy, and silence is sacred. Raised on the rhythm of Nigerian wisdom—where stories were lessons and discipline was love—we carry a knowing older than words.
This retreat is a homecoming for the spirit. A space to be spiritually pampered, not in excess, but in essence. To write not for the world’s noise, but from the soul’s need. To think slowly. To become deeply. To honour the quiet brilliance that has always lived within you.
Let us help you remember time—not as something to chase, but as something to hold.
Location?
Portugal
The Chess Holiday
Mind Over Matter: The Chess Holiday
This September, join us in the hills of Sintra, Portugal, for a one-of-a-kind retreat blending chess, creativity, movement, and meaningful conversation. Hosted at the serene Marqi Holiday, this intimate weekend brings together a small circle of thinkers, artists, and changemakers for rest, ritual, and renewal.
Location: Sintra, Portugal
Dates: September 10-14, 2025
Who It’s For: Creative thinkers, artists, entrepreneurs, and cultural pioneers ready to connect, reflect, and recharge.
Our Guiding Themes
Strategy meets soul. Ritual meets rest. Community becomes culture.
What To Expect
Mental Mastery
Guided chess workshops with Tunde Onakoya, exploring strategy, discipline, and the philosophy of the game.
Creative Rituals
Textile-based art explorations with Bubu Ogisi of IAMISIGO — weaving identity, history, and self-expression.
Intentional Living
Yin Yoga, mindful movement, and grounding practices to restore balance and deepen presence.
Community Connection
Shared meals, fireside dialogues, and collective reflection designed to build lasting bonds.
Play & Pleasure
Music, dancing, beach walks, and joyful discovery across the landscape of Sintra.
