yoga retreats 2025
We offer two styles of yoga retreats - Ashtanga Retreats and Deep Rest Retreats.
Yoga & Meditation lies at the heart of our offering.
yoga retreat in Almeria, Spain
12 - 19 July 2025 ASHTANGA
Spain 2025
Saturday 12 July – Saturday 19 July 2025 - Ashtanga Retreat
We are heading to a beautiful finca in Almería, home to 30 acres of palms, citrus and olive groves and a short walk from the village of Nijar - known for its crafts - and a 30-minute drive to the sandy beaches and coves of the Cabo de Gata. In between class you can relax beneath the palms on jasmine scented terraces and take a swim in one of the two swimming pools. Expect to hear the crickets hum and the birds sing!
There will be six morning Mysore practices - Sunday - Friday and four afternoon practices of restorative yoga and gentle breath work or a technique class. Each day will start with a 30 minute guided meditation. There will be one afternoon where people can book a 15 minute catch-up session with one of the teachers and another fully free afternoon where we will be heading out of the finca to explore the local area. It is suggested that people take the opportunity to have dinner out on this free afternoon in the local village of Nijar or perhaps further afield for people with transport. If anyone would prefer to eat at the finca on this evening, food can be provided but there will be no formal sit down gathering.
Teachers:
Joyce and Marcos
Group:
Maximum 21 people.
Timings:
Arrive from 5pm. Please do not arrive at the venue before 5pm (the venue needs time to get ready between groups). On the first day/evening, there will be a welcome meeting at 7pm followed by dinner at 7.30pm. Departure by 10am on the final day.
Travel:
The closest airport is Almeria which is only 30 minutes away. However, there are more flights into Malaga which is a 2 hour drive away. Transfers can be arranged at an additional charge; if people are on the same flight transfers will be cheaper. More information on the cost of transfers will be published shortly but for a one way transfer from Malaga (with at least 3 people in the car) you can expect to pay between 60 and 120 Euros one way/person. The more people the less expensive it will be. In terms of Almeria the price will be between 20 and 30 Euros/person (with at least 3 people in the car).
If flying…
Please use skyscanner.net to help figure out the best route for you. If flying from London we recommend that you take the Easyjet flight departing Gatwick at 12.40 arriving Malaga 16.45, and returning with Easyjet from Almeria at 10.55 arriving 12.40. There is also a very early morning flight departing Gatwick at 06.35 to Almeria, we could arrange a transfer for you to Nijar but it would not be possible to access the venue until after 5pm, although you could leave your luggage there on route to Nijar.
Accommodation & Price:
There are only 3 rooms with double beds; most rooms have two single beds. If you are looking for a room on a single occupancy basis you will be offered a twin bedded room room. Initially, there will be a maximum of 7 single occupancy rooms available, more may be made available in December 2024. To reserve your space you will need to pay a £350 non-refundable deposit. The balance will be due on 12 April 2025.
Single occupancy:
Twin room (en-suite) - £1450
Double occupancy per person:
Double en-suite room - £1300
Twin en-suite - £1300
Included:
Practice
Guided morning meditation (daily)
6 x morning Mysore classes (Ashtanga Retreat)
4 x late afternoon restorative yoga and breath work classes or technique classes
1 x 15 minute private session with one of the teachers (one afternoon in the schedule is dedicated to this)
There will be no class on Wednesday or Thursday afternoon (tbc)
Format may change at the discretion of Joyce & Marcos
Other stuff
Two plant-based meals a day (brunch and dinner). There will be an afternoon snack such as hummus and crudities. We do not serve alcohol at mealtimes and encourage people not to drink during the retreat. However, if you would like to enjoy some wine in your own space away from the communal tables that’s fine too!
On our free afternoon people are encouraged to eat in a local restaurant; there will be no formal dinner at the retreat on this evening.
Fruit, tea, coffee and water throughout the day
Pool time!
Excluded:
• Soft tissue and remedial massage - relaxing or injury specific treatments (provided by Joyce & Marcos)
• Travel insurance
• All travel costs including transportation from airport and excursion on afternoon off.
• 1 evening meal in a local restaurant
Covid 19/Travel insurance:
If this retreat cannot go ahead due to Covid 19 your money would be fully transferable or refundable less a £100 admin fee. Please make sure you take out comprehensive travel insurance when booking which covers you if you need to cancel your place.