2013 Pilates & Yoga Holidays - May 16-21st & September 19-24th

In addition to our health retreats & pure yoga holidays, we also run Yoga & Pilates holidays in May & September at two gorgeous boutique hotels  by the sea in the town of Denia, an hour north of Alicante.     See below for details on these lovely hotels.

May and September are the perfect months to be in Spain.  The temperatures are exceptionally pleasant and there are less summer visitors  ... so plenty of space to breathe and just be.

 (Denia marina overlooked by the castle & majestic Montgo mountain)

These holidays allow you to combine the ancient wisdom and vitality secrets of Yoga with proficient Pilates movements.   Each class is led by qualified, inspiring teachers who are dedicated to their chosen field and so, if you want to focus on your existing practice or you're a complete beginner, you'll learn so much from specialist teachers who are keen to help you progress. 

Each day there will be a 90 minutes of yoga & 90 minutes of pilates with maximum of 10 students in each.  Both practices will stretch and challenge your physical limits without pushing you beyond them.  Together they ensure good balance, strong posture, coordination and flexibility to help realign and strengthen the body.      Pilates sessions will be mat based focusing on strengthening the abdominals and lower back whilst correcting postural imbalances.  Yoga sessions will build strength, promote flexibility and joint mobility, relieve stress and quiet the mind.

"I came knowing nothing about Yoga & Pilates but have learnt so much - particularly with regard to breathing.  I have had the most amazing time and feel I have achieved a great deal and have met some incredible people who have made a great impact on my life."  Carole,  September '12

We'll be using two beautiful little boutique hotels close-by to each other and a  short walk to the sea in the Spanish coastal town of Denia.   As we don't expect our guests to share, all twin & double rooms are available for single use for a reasonable supplement of £60 for the entire holiday. 

Hotel A			Hotel B

• 5 nights in a boutique hotel in twin room with en-suite bathroom.  All solo guests will be charged a single supplement  of £60 for the duration 
• Pre-morning class 'mini breakfast' of fresh fruit & herbal teas
• Daily 90 minute Pilates class
• Daily 90 minute Hatha Vinyasa Yoga class
• 'Mudras, Meditation & Mantras'  workshop
• Guided coastal walk to help you feel familiar with your new 'home'
• Healthy & nutritious brunch every day after morning class
• 4-course vegetarian suppers at the hotel x3 with refreshments.  During your stay, you will also have two evenings where your taste buds can explore the local restaurants.  One of these evenings we will organise a group meal at a local restaurant, your attendance is not compulsory nor complimentary, join us if you fancy. 
• Welcome gathering with refreshments - chance to get to know everyone
• Unlimited Yogi Teas throughout your stay
• Well-being gifts to help you relax
• All local taxes
• Services of our Retreat Manager to help organise your stay
• Access to a great variety of therapies & optional activities - see below.

Airport transfers available from Alicante - at selected times (£32.50 each way)

In addition to a class of yoga & one of pilates each day, you can also enjoy:

• Blissful therapies to pamper your mind & body - massages, facials, reflexology, indian head & much more (from €30)
• Guided mountain bike excursion to explore away from the coast (€35)
• Private Pilates or Yoga instruction (€15 for 30min session)
• Spanish Cookery Workshop with lunch (from €30)
• Take a stroll around the castle for glorious sea views and peaceful, shaded grounds
• Chill & relax at the sandy beach or browse the excellent boutiques (a different kind of therapy .. retail!)