10th- 15th July 2025
Relax, Restore, RejuvenateJoin us this coming July for a 5 day retreat in the heart of the French Loire Valley. This is time dedicated to our own health and well being, space to find out how we really feel, and time to replenish lost energy and recharge our batteries.
Far from being selfish - this breathing space is an essential component of a healthy physical, emotional and engaged life. When we learn how to create this breathing space - life is richer! The practices of Yoga and Mindfulness are two of the most ancient, wholesome and proven ways in which to discover a breathing space that is uniquely yours. This week will offer you the possibility of a more self-aware, compassionate life. The practices ask you to come as you are. I hope you will join us... |
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Daily GuideThe daily routine will offer plenty of free time - with most activities happening before breakfast and in the afternoon before dinner.
8:30am - 10am Invigorating Yoga, breath and mindfulness 10am Breakfast, followed by peaceful time for journaling, walking or relaxing in the swimming pool until lunch 1pm Lunch, free time after lunch. 5:30pm - 7pm Restorative Yoga and Meditation 7:30pm Dinner Meet your teacherKate Woodward began attending yoga classes 25 years ago, and since then yoga has slowly but surely become an incredibly important part of her life... Kate frequently instructs in various yoga styles, including Hatha, Ashtanga, Restorative, and Well Woman Yoga. In all of her teaching It's essential to understand that, in the end, all yoga shares the same ultimate goal.
www.gingertonic.co.uk 'It has transformed me, my life, my outlook and my relationships more than I could have ever imagined. I became a yoga teacher because I felt a deep calling to share what I was learning with others....' 
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Daily WorkshopsThere will be daily workshops, discussions, and individual guidance, focusing on your own aims. In essence it’s a weeklong opportunity allowing yourself to indulge in what it feels like to open and stretch those parts of the body and mind that need it. All this whilst soaking up the French countryside and having a fun time in good company! There will also be potential visits to local markets, chateaux, and vine yards for those who want.
The Yoga and meditation will be suitable for all abilities - and we will work gently with you if you have any health issues, injuries or apprehensions. If you are an experienced Yogi, you will be encouraged to deepen and progress your practise. 
Bringing mindfulness homeThis retreat will help you to step off autopilot and bring yourself fully into the present moment. Together with daily yoga and meditation practise, we'll be looking at how we can respond with more awareness to the things that stress us, learning to relax more so that we can apply this to our every day lives. Our aim is that you will spend a relaxing week on retreat but once home, you will have the tools with which to keep in touch with those feelings of being more aware, more connected and less stressed.
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Pricing |
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Additional infoAll accommodation and food is provided throughout your stay, as well as all of the teaching. Your travel to and from the retreat is not included. If you wish to fly then please do so to and from Tours Airport. There will be optional excursions throughout the week (transport dependant) so please bring additional Euros for extra drinks, meals outside of The Farm, chateaux entrance tickets, and any taxi fares. French wine and beer will be available, although at an extra cost (there is an honesty chart on the fridge which is paid for at the end of your stay).
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