8-Daagse Ashtanga Yoga Retreat in Cádiz, Spanje met Philippa Asher
Ashtanga Yoga Retreat in Spain
Retreat to Andalucía, Southern Spain’s cultural heartland, a powerful tapestry woven from Moorish history, passionate culture, and raw nature. Spend a week at a magical, secluded haven set on two hectares of stunning natural landscape: the main house is over 120 years old, offering a deeply welcoming atmosphere in beautifully designed rooms. Refine your Ashtanga yoga practice with Philippa Asher, with daily Ashtanga guided self-practice, afternoon workshops, and a counted Primary Series class. All levels of Ashtanga yoga practitioners—from those learning the Standing Sequence to Advanced B Series—are welcome!
Maak kennis met de instructeurs
Highlights
- Morning Ashtanga guided self-practice, and Sanskrit counted Led Primary Series sessions
- Afternoon workshops: asana alignment, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, and method Q&A
- Breathspiration retreat guidance, including pre-trip consultation, travel tips, and logistics support
- Immersive yoga retreat experience in a peaceful Andalusian countryside setting
- 7 nights' accommodation at an Andalusian country estate
- All plant-based meals freshly prepared by an on-site chef are included throughout the stay
- Airport transfers
Niveau
- Beginner
- Half gevorderd
- Gevorderd
Yoga stijlen
7 instructiedagen in het Engels
Accommodatie
Faciliteiten
- Tennisbaan
- Open haard
- Keuken
- Rookvrije omgeving
- Terras
- Yoga shala
The venue is a peaceful and unique country estate: harmonious ambience, light and warm colours ensure your holistic well-being. The property features traditionally inspired, eco-conscious architecture, extensive gardens, and an idyllic pool area. You will find ample quiet corners for rest, along with beautiful equestrian facilities on site.
Programma
Day 1
- Arrivals at Málaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)
- Group airport transfer (exact time will be set based on individual arrivals; efforts will be made to accommodate everyone)
- Welcome talk
- Dinner
Day 2 - 7
- 07:00 Tea, coffee, fruit, and granola (available all day)
- 09:00 - 11:30 Sunday to Thursday: Ashtanga guided self-practice/Friday: Sanskrit-counted Led Primary Series, pranayama, meditation
- 12:00 Nutritious plant-based brunch
- 16:30 - 18:30 Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday: Workshops on asana alignment, concepts of the method, body opening, adjustments, pranayama, meditation, yoga philosophy, and Q&A
- Afternoons are free for excursions or leisure on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
- 19:00 Nutritious plant-based dinner
Day 8
- Sanskrit-counted Primary Series, pranayama, meditation
- Brunch
- Departures
Instructeurs
Andrea Forizs
Andrea founded Breathspiration in 2013 to organize yoga retreats on the beautiful island of Mallorca. Yet the main activity transferred to hosting retreats by other teachers in the last years. She also organizes co-working retreats for location independent professionals, team buildings for companies, and tailor-made adventure programs for groups. She is leading coaching workshops and private sessions on retreats and sometimes also accompanies you on the scuba diving courses or excursions. Andrea’s mission is to provide you the best holiday experience in Mallorca and other new destinations.
Philippa Asher
Philippa Asher, from London, is one of a few Ashtanga yoga practitioners in the world – and the only British woman – to be certified by Sri K Pattabhi Jois, to teach the Ashtanga yoga method in his tradition. She has learned the Primary, Intermediate, Advanced A and Advanced B Series directly from Pattabhi Jois and Sharath, at the Krishna Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute in Mysore, India, and shares the Ashtanga yoga system internationally.
Retreat locatie
Set in the rural countryside of Andalucía in southern Spain, this retreat takes place in a secluded natural estate near the area of Jimena de la Frontera, within the protected landscapes of the Los Alcornocales Natural Park. Surrounded by rolling hills, forested areas, and traditional Andalusian scenery, the location offers a peaceful and private setting with warm climate, open countryside views, and easy access to nature trails and nearby villages in the Cádiz region.
Eten
De volgende maaltijden zijn inclusief:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
De volgende dieetwensen worden geserveerd/zijn mogelijk:
- Algemeen (gewoonlijk inclusief vlees en vis)
In de prijs inbegrepen
- 7 nights' accommodation at the Andalusian country estate located just a few minutes’ drive from Jimena de la Frontera, in the heart of the Los Alcornocales Natural Park
- All meals: freshly made plant-based food prepared lovingly by the chef
- Morning Ashtanga guided self-practice, and Sanskrit counted Led Primary Series
- Afternoon workshops on asana alignment, concepts of the method, body opening, adjustments, pranayama, meditation, yoga philosophy, Q&A
- Breathspiration retreat planning: phone consultation, travel tips and recommendations, summary of region, logistics
- Airport transfers
Niet in de prijs inbegrepen
- Travel costs
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Bereikbaarheid
Aanbevolen luchthavens
Transfer inbegrepen
Málaga Airport
89 km verwijderd van uw bestemming
Arrival by airplane
Fly to Málaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP). A group airport transfer both ways is included in the retreat price. However, Breathspiration recommends renting a car to be able to discover nearby towns and beaches. The locations allow for a lot of self-led excursions.
Annuleringsvoorwaarden
- Een reservering vereist een aanbetaling van 14% van de totale prijs.
- De aanbetaling wordt niet gerestitueerd als de boeking wordt geannuleerd.
- De rest van de betaling moet 30 dagen voor aankomst worden voldaan.
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