6 Day Intensive Hatha Yoga Retreat with Mantra and Meditation in Rayol-Canadel, France
Hatha Yoga Retreat in Southern France
This workshop is for people interested in perfecting their yoga skills with a program starting at 07:00 and ending in the evening with a beach outing with practice, paddle, and swimming. During this workshop, you will experience a process of intense practice of Hatha yoga, Qi gong and meditation, yoga philosophy, and live cooking in an Ayurvedic workshop. This workshop is therefore for people who wish to be in a sustained practice. Besides, thanks to the Mediterranean seaside environment and its mild climate until December, the proximity of nature and the sea bursting with light, this is the ideal place to harmonize your body to your mind and reach your optimal physical and mental health. In October, the water is still good for swimming.
Highlights
- SUP 101
- Walks along the seaside and yoga practice on the beach
- Hatha yoga, pranayama, meditation, yoga theory and philosophy classes
- Meditate in front of the glorious landscapes of the French Riviera
- Class on Ayurvedic nutrition
- 6 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Accommodation
You will be accommodated in shared rooms (2 to 3 persons), in classic tents, or in a nicely furnished Berber tent (with mattress, for one to two persons).
Program
Day 1
- Arrival (late afternoon Sunday), meditation and/or yoga and yoga philosophy
- Lunch
- Chanting circle (mantras) and mantra theory
Day 2
- 06:15 Optional meditation
- 07:00 Wake up, herbal tea
- 07:30-08:00 Meditation / pranayama
- 08:00-09:30 Hatha yoga
- Breakfast
- 10:00 Walk down to the beach (meditative walk along a nature trail) and practice on the beach or paddle
- 11:00 Live food workshop/meal preparation group 1 (group 2: free time)
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30-14:30 Yoga Nidra/relaxation or meditation walk
- 14:45-17:00 Yoga, gentle dance
- 17:00-19:30 Ayurveda workshop / meal preparation - group 2 (group 1: free time)
- 20:00 Lunch
- 21:00-22:00 Singing or talking circle
Day 3
- 06:15 Optional meditation
- 06:30 Wake up, make tea and prepare picnic together)
- 07:30-09:00 Pranayama, guided meditation
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 09:30 Meditation walk along the coast, yoga practice on the beach
- 12:30 Picnic lunch
- 17:30 Return to the course site
- 18:00 Meditation practice
- 18:30 Ayurvedic cooking workshop (preparation of meals all together)
- 20:00 Dinner
- 21:00 Bhajans and Satsang (yoga philosophy)
Day 4
- 06:15 Optional meditation
- 07:00 Wake up, herbal tea
- 07:30-11:00 Walk down to the beach: Hatha yoga, pranayama or guided meditation on the beach or paddle. Breakfast on the beach.
- 12:30 Lunch at the restaurant of the botanical garden of Le Rayol or picnic according to the group's wishes (restaurant at the charge of the participants).
- 15:00 Walk in the botanical garden of Le Rayol and practice in the garden
- Preparation of Ayurvedic meals (group 1 and 2).
- Meal
- Meditation and satsang
Day 5
- 06:15 Optional meditation
- 06:30- Herbal tea and fruits
- 08:00 Sunrise walk and meditation
- 09:30 Breakfast
- 10:30 Practice at the beach
- 11:30-11:45 Yoga theory
- 11:45- Living food workshop / meal preparation group 2 (group 1: free time)
- 12:45- Lunch
- 13:30-14:30 Yoga Nidra / relaxation or meditative walking
- 14:45-17:00 Yoga, gentle dance
- 17:00-19:30 Ayurveda workshop / meal preparation, group 2 (group 1: free time)
- 20:00 Lunch
- 21:00-22:00 Singing or/and Satsang meditation
Day 6
- 06:15 Optional meditation
- 07:00 Wake up, herbal tea
- 07:30 - 11:00 Walk down to the beach: Hatha yoga, pranayama or guided meditation on the beach or paddle. Breakfast at the beach.
- 12:30 Lunch at the restaurant of the botanical garden of Rayol or picnic according to the group's wishes (restaurant at the charge of the participants).
- 15:00 Walk in the botanical garden of Rayol and practice in the garden
- Preparation of ayurvedic meals (group 1 and 2).
- Meal
- Meditation and satsang
Day 7
- 06:15 Optional meditation
- 06:30 Herbal tea and fruits
- 08:00 Walk and meditation in front of the sunrise
- 09:30 Breakfast
- 10:30 Practice on the beach
- 11:30 - 11:45 Yoga theory
- 11:45 Live food workshop/meal preparation group 2 (group 1: free time)
- 12:45 Lunch
- Departure or :
- 13:30-14:30 Yoga Nidra / relaxation or meditative walking
- 14:45-17:00 Yoga, gentle dance
- 17:00-19:30 Ayurveda workshop / meal preparation, group 2 (group 1: free time)
- 20:00 Lunch
- 21:00-22:00 Singing and/or Satsang meditation
Day 6 (October 7) in the afternoon or day 7 (October 8) in the morning are optional.
Nights from day 6 to day 8 (October 7 and 8) at Villa Ataeva cost 70 EUR, including the program on the afternoon of October 7 and the morning of October 8 (plus meals); and if you wish, the day and/or night from October 8 to 9 in the Ashram (about 100 EUR for the weekend).
Included excursions
- Walks along the seaside
- Yoga practice in the botanic garden of Le Rayol
- Transfers to the ashram
Retreat location
The unspoiled beaches of this region of the French Riviera, with their calm waters (in the morning in summer / autumn), are ideal for the practice of yoga and SUP yoga.
With its breathtaking view of the bay of Rayol and the islands of Hyères, Villa Ataeva welcomes you in a beautiful natural setting with its 180° view of the sea and a 15-minute walk to the first of many beaches in the area.
Le Rayol-Canadel is a small village between Le Lavandou and Cavalaire-sur-mer where it is possible to see a luxuriant and diversified vegetation (with its famous botanical park "Les Jardins du Rayol"). You can find all the basic shops and restaurants.
Food
Yoga retreat with Ayurvedic diet. You will be offered a cuisine rich in all the elements necessary for the body.
Ayurvedic food has been proven to benefit healing processes and vital energy regeneration.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Organic
- Raw food
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
- Local markets
- Paddleboard rental (20 to 40 EUR depending on duration)
- Restaurant outing
Spa treatments
Optional
- Ayurvedic massages to help lymphatic drainage (with oil: 70 EUR for one hour) or/and a lithotherapy treatment
- Wellness advice (40 EUR for one hour)
- Marseille tarot reading (60 EUR for one hour and a half)
What's included
- 5 nights accommodation
- All the meals except the two meals taken outside
- Hatha yoga and pranayama classes
- Seaside walks
- Yoga practice by the beach
- Meditation before the gorgeous French Riviera landscape
- Beach and swimming outings
What's not included
- Transfers to/from the aiports and stations
- Wellness treatments
- Paddleboard rental
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Marseille Provence Airport
106 km
Transfer not provided
Toulon–Hyères Airport (Hyères Le Palyvestre Airport)
28 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) or Toulon–Hyères Airport (Hyères Le Palyvestre Airport) (TLN). Airport transfer is not included in the price. The nearest airport is Toulon–Hyères Airport (Hyères Le Palyvestre Airport) (TLN). There is a direct bus from this airport.
Arrival by taxi
Taxis or shared transport can be arranged (price will vary depending on the number of guests; please contact Sana Yoga).
A collective taxi transfer or bus transfer can be organised form Hyères, Toulon and Saint-Raphaël stations.
Arrival by train
Drop-off to the station on Saturday morning can be arranged.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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