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Spring Retreat
Yoga | SUP | Nature | Nourishment
Friday 24th – Monday 27th May 2024 (bank holiday weekend)
Totnes, Devon
Escape to the beautiful Devon countryside for a 3 night yoga retreat! The weekend will include yoga that is open and inclusive to all, and will explore a variety of yogic practices that are both energising and restorative. I have teamed up with local SUP (stand-up paddle board) facilitator called Paddle Devon, who will offer us a lesson and a slow guided tour along the River Dart.
Timetable
Friday:
6:00pm – Arrival & orientation
6:30pm – Welcome Circle & Evening Yoga (90 minutes)
8:00pm – Celebration Dinner
9pm – Fire-pit hang w/ Marshmallows and Cocoa
** The sauna will be free between 6pm-9pm on Friday
Saturday:
8:00am – Guided meditation & journaling (30 minutes)
8:30am – Morning yoga (1 hour)
9:45am – Breakfast
11:00am – Free time
1:00pm – Light lunch
2:00pm – Free time
5:30pm – Evening yoga (90 minutes)
7:15pm – Dinner
9pm – Yoga Nidra (30 minutes)
** The sauna will be free between 2pm-5pm on Saturday
Sunday:
8am – Guided meditation & journaling (30 minutes)
8:30am – Morning yoga (1 hour)
9:45am – Breakfast ***
11:00am – Free time
12:30pm – Taxis pick-up to SUP excursion
1pm – 5:30pm – SUP excursion with packed lunch provided ***
6pm – ‘Post-SUP big stretch’ yoga (1 hour)
7:15pm – Dinner
9pm – Yoga Nidra (30 minutes)
** The sauna will be free between 10am-1pm
*** Breakfast might be swapped out for a big brunch instead w/ snacks instead of a packed lunch provided for the SUP excursion. TBD by our chef who is busy curating our final menu as we speak
Monday:
8am – Guided meditation & journalling (30 minutes)
8:30am – Morning yoga (1 hour)
9:45am – Breakfast
11:00am – Free time
1:00pm – Light lunch
2pm-3pm – Reflections, integrations & goodbyes
** The sauna will be free between 10am-1pm
The venue | immerse yourself in nature
The venue consists of two historic converted barns which offer modest yet comfortable accommodation. There is a spacious kitchen/dining area where communal meals can be enjoyed. A large spacious yoga space with high beamed ceilings, plenty of natural light, and views out into the surrounding gardens. There are many communal areas to enjoy peaceful moments including a lounge room, rear garden with large fire bowl, enclosed courtyard garden with campfire, outdoor seating areas, and there is also a separate sauna facility.
Surrounding the barns you will be greeted with the beautiful Devon countryside, with a few pathways leading to the adjoining land. This is privately owned land called ‘Yeoland’ with permissible access for guests. There is a circular path to the moorland lookout, and shared access to an orchard and labyrinth.
The site adheres to the following Eco-Practices: The building runs on solar and green energy suppliers, produces fresh filtered water from the on-site borehole, is kept toasty by underfloor heating and uses only sustainable products.
The nearest train station is Totnes (10 minute drive away) which can be easily reached from Bristol and London.
The Food | nourish & support
All the food will be vegetarian / plant-based (vegan), delicious and nutritionally balanced. Our chef will cook 3 meals each day to be enjoyed together. There will also be fresh fruit and nuts available throughout the day for snacking. We’re more than happy to cater for any allergies or intolerances, just let us know!
Holistic Therapies | Replenish & rejuvenate
We shall also have the wonderful Emilie who will offer a range of holistic therapies over the weekend. Emilie has a wealth of experience and has been practicing massage for over 12 years. She will be offering 45 minute treatments combining deep tissue, aromatherapy or rejuvenating facial massage techniques. The treatments are £55 and places are limited, so it’s first come, first serve! Let us know if you would like to book one.
Rooms & Prices:
We have a mix of shared and private rooms with single and small double bed options. Prices range from £450 – £575 depending on the room. Get in touch to discuss the best option for you.
Please note: All rooms have shared shower facilities with 3 showers / 3 WCs on the ground floor, and 2 showers / 2 WCs on the first floor. There is no en suite accommodation on the site.
What’s included in the price:
– 3 nights accommodation surrounded by nature
– All food whilst there, including snacks
– 6 Yoga practices
– 5 guided meditation sessions
– SUP (standing up paddle board) lesson and excursion on the River Wye
What’s not included in the price:
– Travel to/from the retreat venue
– Massages/treatments
I am happy to discuss payment plans for anyone that would like to break up the payment into manageable chunks, just let me know.
What you will need to bring:
– A yoga mat if you have one (if not let me know), all other props will be provided
– Walking boots
– Rain jacket (you never know!)
– Jacket for sitting outside around the fire at night (it can get cold in the countryside!)
– Cozy slippers / socks
– Bath robe for going to the bathroom in
– Swim wear
– Clothes you don’t mind getting wet (for when we go on the river)
– Journal & pen
I can’t wait to share this magical nature filled weekend with you! <B
CONTACT TO ENQUIRE / BOOK: alicebillereyyoga@gmail.com