Experiences with purpose, designed around you
Since 2021, in Spain, Georgia, Oman, the UAE and beyond.
Retreats and workshops that bring together the horses, applied neuroscience and mindfulness practices. Each one is crafted for the people in it, so the change you feel there is one you can take home.
Every retreat begins with the people in it
I spent more than a decade in luxury hospitality. It taught me that people remember the details, and that a good experience is designed long before anyone arrives.
I bring that same care to every retreat and workshop: who is coming, what they need, where we are, and how each day should feel.
Stepping out of your routine gives the brain a new context, and a new context makes old patterns easier to notice. When the nervous system feels safe, attention can move from protecting to learning. That is why every experience starts with regulation, and ends with practices you can repeat at home, where the change has to hold.
Formats
Different disciplines, one way of working
Retreat with the Horses
- Horse Guided Empowerment® sessions, all on the ground. The horses respond to your state, not your words, which makes them honest partners for practising presence.
NeuroLeadership & wellbeing
- How the brain creates change, put into practice through meditation, breathwork, visualisation, journaling and body awareness.
Workshops & Talks
- Talks of one hour, workshops of two, or a half day, for companies, hotels and communities who want practical tools for stress and focus.
Some experiences centre on the horses. Others bring in neuroscience and wellbeing practices, at times alongside invited facilitators from other disciplines.
Retreats with purpose
My first retreat was in my hometown, Menorca in 2021 in collaboration with Monica Kubik from FeelQuest Retreats.
Since then I have designed and facilitated experiences in Spain, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Oman and the UAE, among other destinations. The retreats combine the three approaches I focus, being the highlight, the retreats with horses and the weekend retreat Change Your Mind… and Create New Results.
Key destinations are:
– Dubai, an Oasis in the city (winter)
– Mleiha Archeological Park (UAE), tales of the dessert (in winter).
– Georgia, wild horses in May
– Spain island vibes, in spring
From Past Retreats
Moments worth remembering
What to expect
Small groups: Up to 12 people, so the work stays personal.
Languages: Retreats are facilitated in English, Spanish, Catalan or both.
Your care comes first: These experiences complement, and never replace, medical or psychological support.
Something to take home: Simple practices and [a written summary] so the change continues in your daily life.
Partners discounts: Argulut clients receive 15% off retreats with Maria Ollero.
A retreat designed for your team or group
For companies, hotels and private groups. We start with a conversation about who is coming and what you would like them to leave with. I design the rest, from the programme to the setting.
- Leadership and team development days
- Wellbeing programmes for hotels and their guests
- Private retreats for friends, families and communities
Upcoming Retreats
Change Your Mind November →
12 – 14 Sep 2026
Change Your Mind November
Only few spots left
“Change rarely happens in the rush of everyday life. It happens when you finally stop long enough to notice what’s been asking for your attention.”
FAQ
Is a retreat a form of therapy?
No. It is coaching and education grounded in neuroscience and self-regulation. It works well alongside therapy, and I am happy to coordinate with your care team.
Can I come on my own?
Yes. Many people do. Groups are small and the atmosphere is designed so you feel at ease from the first day.
Are all your retreats with horses?
No. Some retreats centre on coaching with horses. Others are NeuroLeadership and wellbeing weekends built around applied neuroscience, meditation, breathwork and journaling, sometimes with invited facilitators from other disciplines. Each retreat page states clearly which format it follows.
Where do your retreats take place?
Since 2021 I have run retreats in Spain, Georgia, Oman, Kazakhstan and the United Arab Emirates, among other destinations. Retreats with horses usually take place in Menorca (March to June), UAE (November to April) Georgia (May and October).
Private and corporate retreats can be designed in the destination of your choice.
Do you organize retreats in Dubai and the UAE?
Yes. I design corporate retreats and team offsites in Dubai, across the UAE and abroad, from a single day to several days. Programmes combine NeuroLeadership, self-regulation techniques and, if you wish, leadership work with horses, tailored to your team’s goals.
I have never been around horses, is that a problem?
Not at all. Most participants have no experience. Everything happens on the ground, and you are always guided.
Regulate your nervous system in 10 minutes
A guided coherence practice. Free audio, yours to use today.