When city life gets a little overwhelming, we recommend taking a break from the stress by booking yourself into a transformative retreat to cut loose and reconnect with yourself.
We have collected what we believe are the best options to choose from if you are looking for a chance to take a breather from all the daunting chores and daily obligations. Our list below contains retreats which centre movement, self-discovery, diet and strengthening the mind.
The Yoga Concept Retreat in Mallorca
Near the breathtaking shore of the Balearic Islands, Mallorca, Spain, The Yoga Concept offers 7 days of yoga. From Ashtanga, Hatha, to Dynamic yoga, you will be sure to find a yoga style to suit you.
Worried about the skill required? Don’t worry, they have taken everything into account. You get to choose whether you want the beginner level or, if you feel like putting your yoga skills to the test, you can go for the advanced class.
You might be thinking, why would I travel from one country to another just for yoga? Well, this retreat offers not only yoga as a way to relax your body, but also offers a whole new perspective on rejuvenating your soul and releasing what no longer serves you. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with what you thought you’d lost and perhaps clear a path for your own future along the way.
Have I mentioned that there are stunning views? Mallorca has a name for having one of the most beautiful landscapes ever seen. Not to mention, the ocean right next to it. People who have travelled to the Balearic Islands admitted feeling healed by the ocean and like a whole new person.
I personally, wouldn’t miss it for the world.
Living in Fullness Retreat in Costa Brava
Continuing with the yoga theme; Living in Fullness retreat in Spain, Costa Brava is another highly recommended retreat led by 18 18-year yoga student Sarita Shakti. Offering a 3-day retreat with personalized yoga routines, nutritional insights and optional sea swimming.
If this wasn’t enough, she also offers a personalized detox programme, coupled with birth chart readings and prognosis, including solar revolution.
Are you more of an outdoor activities’ person? If that’s the case don’t worry, as this trip includes one day by kayak or paddle surf in addition to walks to the beach or in the forest nearby. Language barrier won’t be a problem as the instructor offers instructions English, Spanish, Catalan and/or Italian.
Women Revitalizing Shamanic Energy Healing Retreat Orlando
This women-focused shamanic healing retreat in Orlando, Florida, focuses on empowering and nourishing yorr personal wellness, while revitalising your body at the same time.
Ginger Cleland, instructor of this retreat, is not only a Shaman and spiritualist, but a “Certified Acupressuris, Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist (MLDT), Neuromuscular Therapy and Assessment, PTSD & Anxiety Disorder Specialist, Spiritual Mentor”,
Her love for creating empowered people and connecting western medicine with alternative medicine resulted in today’s resort. Here you will find a safe place to take a break from your overwhelming routine and have some time to yourself.
During this 3 Day retreat you will be able to participate on Plant Medicine Ceremonies. Cacao and Hape’, namely. Both having powerful, and profoundly healing properties. The latter one being a sacred shamanic medicine that has been used for hundreds of years by Amazon healers. On top of that, you will take part in Sound Healing and Guided Meditations with Grounding Experiences and Breath Work.
Rejuvenating Meditation and Yoga Retreat in Los Angeles, USA
This 3 Day retreat in Los Angeles, USA is the only of its kind in Los Angeles city. It’s under the guidance of Swami Sivasankariananda and Radha, they offer Daily Yoga, Satsang, Yoga philosophy, Meditation, and Pranayama.
In addition to that, you get plenty of free time to relax, read, self-study, and contemplate. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, they consist of vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free light diets with all day available tea (caffeine-free).
Insight Vipassana Silent Meditation Retreat, UK
Last but certainly not least, this 7 Day retreat in Berkshire, England offers an opportunity to meet your true self and cultivate inner peace through the ancient method of meditation.
This experience will consist of a sitting mindfulness meditation as well as dynamic walking meditation practice. As its name says, silence is a must for 5 full days. Meditation practices will include Hatha Yoga, General Yoga, Ayurveda Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Vipassana & Yoga. The latter being an ancient form of meditation passed down through monasteries’ and lineages for years.
All level inclusion. From never practiced yoga before people to the most experienced ones are welcomed to join this trip. Breakfast and Lunch are included, consisting of fresh, locally grown meals.
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