Leave all your stresses behind and come and join us for a serene seven day yoga retreat experience in the heart of Lecrin Valley-lovely green, orchard-covered area at the foot of the dramatic Sierra Nevada mountains in Spain. Relax in total bliss at the beautiful mountain villa inhaling the outstanding natural beauty of the Lecrin Valley, deepen your yoga practice with classes on our outdoor yoga terrace surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and explore the many small nearby villages dotted around the picturesque countryside.
ACCOMMODATION
You’ll be staying in the charming sunny villa on the outskirts of an Andalusian village, with a private pool and stunning terraces where you will be able to admire incredible views on the lake and the valley. You will enjoy spacious rooms with a view, either on the lake or a pretty garden. There will be plenty of space to relax in the lounge and with a generous number of sun loungers around the swimming pool, you will be able to soak up the sun in between yoga sessions.
YOGA
You’ll start your days with a dynamic energising vinyasa flow yoga class on the sunny terrace that will warm up your body and get you glowing for the whole day. The class will be followed by daily meditation sessions where we will explore various breathing techniques (pranayama) and you will be guided through guided relaxation that will allow you to re-connect with yourself and make you feel calm and content. In the afternoons you’ll immerse yourself in the deeply calming and restorative yoga class. The class will incorporate restorative and yin yoga practice as well as some techniques of myofascial release to relax the muscles. You’ll float out of these classes feeling revitalised and relaxed. During the retreat you will have a chance to participate in two optional workshop sessions: acro-yoga session where we will experiment with partner yoga acrobatics and inversion workshop where you will learn basics around arm balancing postures and going up side down. In the workshops you will be given full support and work in pairs or groups to spot each other.
SUPER FOOD
Among all the yoga and fun in the Andalusian sun, on our retreat you will enjoy two delicious plant based meals a day. On the arrival day you will be welcomed by a delicious veggie meal made from the freshest local produce and a glass of Spanish wine from the valley! After morning yoga and meditation you will enjoy a healthy brunch lovingly created using fresh fruit, granola, plant based yogurts, selection of homemade jams and fresh orange juice - nourishing and full of vitamins and minerals, great for replenishing the body with energy after a morning practise. Evening meals will be consist of hot and cold plant based buffet with plenty of choice and a healthy dessert afterwards. During the retreat you will explore the benefits of plant based diet and you will learn about the magical power of superfoods such as goji berries, maca, hemp seeds, chia seeds, spirulina, chlorella other ancient herbs. We will share with you our tips and creative ways how to incorporate these nutrient powerhouses into your daily routine and provide you with a recipes for all the meals that you get to enjoy during the retreat.
ADVENTURE
An area of outstanding natural beauty, the Lecrin Valley is famous for its verdant landscape (due to the melt-water run off from the Sierra Nevada), its citrus groves, its walks, birdlife and amazing spring colours. Oranges, lemons, figs, pomegranates (in Spanish – granadas) and cactus line the roadsides. There will be plenty of time to explore the valley and you will be able to take part in the optional group activities. You will have your pick of wonderful world class walks right on your doorstep. With spectacular scenery, you can hike along river valleys, over meadows, on medieval mule paths and enjoy spectacular views of the Sierra Nevada’s snow-capped peaks. On one day you can take a longer trip and adventure further afield. For a different day out, you could spend the day in the city of Granada exploring the "must see", 100 year old Alhambra palace, shopping in the Moroccan quarter and enjoying Spanish tapas.
RETREAT SCHEDULE
Friday, 22nd June
After 12:00 Arrive to our beautiful villa
16:00-18.00 Relax with a welcoming glass of Spanish wine, unpack, sit by the pool and soak up the afternoon warmth.
18:00-20:00 Welcome dinner on the outdoor terrace
Saturday 23rd June - Wednesday 27th June
8:00 - 9:15 Vinyasa Flow Class
9:15- 9:30 Tea Break
9:30- 10:00 Meditation and Pranayama (breathing exercises)
10:30-11:00 Breakfast
11:00-16:00 Free Time
16:00-17:00 Workshops (Sunday- Acro Yoga; Wednesday- Inversion Worshop)
17:00-18:00 Evening Restorative Practice
18:00-19:00 Free Time
19:00-20:00 Dinner
Thursday, 28th June
8:00 - 9:15 Vinyasa Flow Class
9:15- 9:30 Tea Break
9:30- 10:00 Meditation and Pranayama (breathing exercises)
10:30-11:00 Breakfast
After 11:00 Pack and check out
After 12:00 Arrive to our beautiful villa
16:00-18.00 Relax with a welcoming glass of Spanish wine, unpack, sit by the pool and soak up the afternoon warmth.
18:00-20:00 Welcome dinner on the outdoor terrace
Saturday 23rd June - Wednesday 27th June
8:00 - 9:15 Vinyasa Flow Class
9:15- 9:30 Tea Break
9:30- 10:00 Meditation and Pranayama (breathing exercises)
10:30-11:00 Breakfast
11:00-16:00 Free Time
16:00-17:00 Workshops (Sunday- Acro Yoga; Wednesday- Inversion Worshop)
17:00-18:00 Evening Restorative Practice
18:00-19:00 Free Time
19:00-20:00 Dinner
Thursday, 28th June
8:00 - 9:15 Vinyasa Flow Class
9:15- 9:30 Tea Break
9:30- 10:00 Meditation and Pranayama (breathing exercises)
10:30-11:00 Breakfast
After 11:00 Pack and check out
COST & BOOKINGS
The cost for retreat per person in the shared room is £495 Early Bird Price - if booked by 15th March 2018.
For bookings made after 15th March, cost per person is £550 Regular Price.
To reserve your place, a deposit of £100 is required. Please email [email protected] for bookings.
Prices includes six nights of accommodation, two meals a day and all yoga sessions. Prices exclude flights, transportation to/from the villa and other activities/excursions. Please note there are only 8 spots available for this retreat, if you are interested in joining, inquire sooner rather than later.
For bookings made after 15th March, cost per person is £550 Regular Price.
To reserve your place, a deposit of £100 is required. Please email [email protected] for bookings.
Prices includes six nights of accommodation, two meals a day and all yoga sessions. Prices exclude flights, transportation to/from the villa and other activities/excursions. Please note there are only 8 spots available for this retreat, if you are interested in joining, inquire sooner rather than later.
YOUR HOSTS
ABBY FAYE REDLEY
Abby came to yoga nine years ago, initially as just a physical practice. She soon discovered the many other benefits and yoga provided the balance she sought whilst living and traveling in Australia. She felt more grounded in challenging times and uplifted by the final relaxation, savasana glow! When she returned to the UK in 2013, she realised her deep desire to share the benefits she had experienced with others. Abby gained her 200 hour RYT qualification with YogaLondon and has been teaching weekly classes, 1:1 sessions, fundraising classes and workshops in Bournemouth for over two years. Abby believes a yoga practice is not just on the mat, as mindful self knowledge and awareness can be beneficial in all aspects of daily life. Abby's other passion is living a vegan life which she shares through yoga and plant based nutrition events. Abby’s classes are welcoming and fun, inviting you to explore your body and mind through breath, (pranayama), movement, (physical postures - asana) and meditation. Her dancing background is reflected through a flowing style of yoga (vinyasa), finding lightness and meditation though movement. She also incorporates Ashtanga, Yin, Sivananda and Yoga Nidra influences. Abby will supportively and safely guide you through an invigorating practice to a restorative final relaxation. Abby has continued her professional development through attending various workshops and is due to complete her 60 hour Yoga Medicine spine module in May 2018. I look forward to practicing with you soon! Namaste.
JENNIFER KESIK
Jenny's yoga journey began back in 2009 as a cure to the back pain caused by scoliosis which she developed while competing as a professional windsurfer. Jenny was amazed how positively her body responded to yoga and what started with simple stretching quickly turned into a regular practice. After 8 years of regular practice in 2016 Jenny traveled to India and completed a 200h yoga intensive Ashtanga/Vinyasa teacher training at Sampoorna Yoga Institute in India. Jenny now teaches weekly classes around Bournemouth, UK. Her classes are dynamic and combine creative sequencing which allow you to challenge yourself on the mat! During the classes Jenny encourages you to try new things and go outside your comfort zone but also grow and develop yourself spiritually off the mat. Jenny's other passion is healthy eating and nutrition. She organises Yoga + Smoothies Social events where yogis are able to enjoy healthy smoothies after a dynamic flow. She also runs a blog Yoga Foodie Girl which she uses as a tool to inspire others to uptake yoga and eat in a more mindful and wholesome way.
