6 Day Cultivating Life Course in Pego, Spain
Spain Wellness Course
You are invited to come and join Yoga Sutra Shala in this course to deepen your understanding of yoga, movement, and meditation in a calm and supportive learning environment.
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Highlights
- 1 yoga class per day
- Daily breathwork and meditation sessions
- Workshops and guided walk
- Experienced instructor
- Idyllic surroundings
- 5 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
5 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
The history of the house goes back to 1539, when the house first appeared in the official records of Pego town hall. Fransesc Miralles was the original owner. The Miralles family was wealthy farmers, and the house passed down from generation to generation until the 18th Century. The house was then taken over by several different owners until it came into the possession of Antonio Lloret Sarlanga in 1906. He was commonly known in the region as Monsieur Antoine because, as a child, he was sent to Paris to study the art of tailoring and sewing. He eventually became the official tailor to the Spanish Royal Court. He was also an extremely popular artist.
On his passing away, his sister Verònica Lloret Sarlanga inherited the beautiful house, and since then, the house has been lovingly known locally as Casa Verònica. Casa Verònica has been lovingly restored. The house has seven rooms in total and seven bathrooms: four have queen-size beds and are for individual use, and three rooms have twin single beds and are for sharing. Some rooms have ensuite bathrooms, and others have adjacent bathrooms. The shala where you will be having your yoga classes is around a 10-minute walk away, and the massage treatment center is around a five-minute walk away.
The house is also only a short walk away from the local mountains. In fact, each room in the house is named after one of the mountains surrounding the town. There is a communal guest kitchen for preparing snacks between mealtimes and classes, and there are areas for sitting and for dining. Your training will take place in a local shala, which is only a few minutes' walk away, and when possible, outside in the sunshine. Evenings and free time are ideal for students to explore the surrounding area and enjoy tapas or a walk in the beautiful historic town.
Rooms
Ambra 1
Has a lovely queen-size bed. It also has a nice ensuite bathroom. This room is perfect for a solo traveler wishing to indulge in some private time or a couple. Ambra is on the ground floor, making it easily accessible.
Ambra 2
Has two single beds but can also be configured to have one large double bed for a solo traveller to use. It also has a nice adjacent bathroom. This room is perfect for a solo traveler wishing to indulge in some private time. Ambra is on the ground floor making it easily accessible.
Mostalla 1
Has a lovely queen-size bed. It also has a nice ensuite bathroom. This room is perfect for a solo traveler wishing to indulge in some private time.
Mostalla 2
Has two single beds but can also be configured to have one large double bed for a solo traveller to use. The room has a lovely adjacent bathroom as well. The beds can either be booked individually by two same-sex solo travelers wanting to share, or by two friends or family members booking at the same time. It can also be booked for single occupancy by one person.
Xical
Is a private room on the top floor where you have the whole floor to yourself. It has a lovely queen-size bed. It also has a nice adjacent bathroom and a very large adjacent terrace. It is also has a small private lounge and kitchen. This room is perfect for a solo traveler wishing to indulge in some private time.
Cabal
Has two single beds but can also be configured to have one large double bed for a solo traveller to use. The room has a lovely ensuite bathroom as well. The beds can either be booked individually by two same-sex solo travelers wanting to share, or by two friends or family members booking at the same time. It can also be booked for single occupancy by one person.
Bodoix
Has two single beds but can also be configured to have one large double bed for a solo traveller to use. The room has a lovely en-suite bathroom as well. The beds can either be booked individually by two same-sex solo travelers wanting to share, or by two friends or family members booking at the same time. It can also be booked for single occupancy by one person.
Program
Set in the heart of the historic town of Pego, in the beautiful Valencia region of Spain, "Cultivating Life" is a course devoted to living well - blending yoga-inspired practice, natural movement, breathwork, meditation, philosophy, and the Chinese internal arts within a calm, plant-based environment. Surrounded by mountains, orange groves, and the nearby Mediterranean coast, Pego offers an authentic rhythm of life where practice unfolds gently rather than being rushed. The small-group format creates a supportive space where each person can work at their own level, developing strength, stillness, and deeper awareness through simple, grounded daily practice.
Whether you come for movement, reflection, or a deeper understanding of yourself, the intention remains the same: to cultivate clarity, resilience, and a more joyful way of living. Yoga Sutra Shala would love to meet you and to teach you here in the beautiful Pego Valley. Many people arrive here feeling tired, scattered, or simply needing space to reconnect with themselves. The cultivating life course is designed as a calm, structured week that helps you step away from everyday pressure and rediscover a steadier rhythm. Each day combines:
- Breathing practices to calm the nervous system
- Yoga-inspired movement and internal arts
- Functional strength and natural movement
- Anatomy workshops to understand your body
- Meditation and philosophy
- Time in nature in the mountains around Pego
The intention is not intensity or performance. It is clarity, strength, and balance - practices you can take back into everyday life. Groups are intentionally small (maximum 10 participants) so the atmosphere remains quiet and personal. A blend of traditional yoga, internal arts, and clinical health science - shared through simple, grounded practice.
Itinerary
Each day follows a gentle rhythm of breath, movement, learning, and stillness - balanced with spacious breaks to rest, explore nature, or enjoy personal practice. On Sunday at 4:00 p.m., your course begins with a welcome, some delicious, healthy, organic snacks, and introductions to your fellow students. After this, you will be shown to the nearby private yoga shala where you practice, the nearby countryside, as well as having some time to settle in. Each day unfolds with intention - a balance of movement and stillness, study and silence, nourishment and reflection.
There is structure, but not rigidity. Depth, but not pressure. You are guided through a rhythm designed to strengthen the body, steady the mind, and cultivate a more grounded way of living. This is not about doing more. It is about living well - for a day, and beyond. The schedule offers structure without pressure - balancing guided sessions with spacious pauses so you can move at your own pace. The course ends on a Friday at 11:00 a.m.
A typical day
- Morning snacks and silence: A calm start to the day with light refreshments in a quiet atmosphere
- 09:15 Breathing practice: Breathwork supported by gentle Tai Chi and Qigong-inspired movements to open the lungs and awaken energy
- 09:30 - 10:30 Integrated yoga-inspired flow: A grounded movement practice focused on strength, mobility, balance, and mindful awareness
- 10:40 - 11:00 Meditation: Short seated stillness to settle the body and mind
- 11:15 Organic breakfast and free time: A delicious organic plant-based meal followed by rest, journaling, or time in nature
- 13:00 - 14:00 Anatomy, alignment, and movement workshop: Clear, practical exploration of how the body moves and how to practise safely, and on Wednesdays, it will be a relaxed questions and answers session instead of structured teaching
- 14:15 Organic lunch and break
- 15:00 Guided walk (Wednesday): A gentle walk through the surrounding landscape to reset and reconnect mid-week
- 16:15 - 16:30 Meditation: A short settling practice
- 16:35 - 17:30 Philosophy workshop: Exploring yoga philosophy and contemplative themes to support reflection, personal insight, and a deeper understanding of life
- 18:00 Organic dinner and quiet time: A delicious organic evening meal followed by free time, exploration, and optional silence
Included excursions
During the course, you will have the opportunity to join a guided walk and Yoga Sutra Shala can show you routes for more walks in the mountains if you wish.
Instructors
Namit Kathoria
Namit Kathoria is a Clinical Pharmacist, yoga teacher, and founder of Yoga Sutra Shala in the Valencian region of Spain. His work bridges Himalayan yogic tradition, Chinese internal arts, and modern clinical science — integrating movement, breath, philosophy, and health into a coherent and sustainable way of living. His connection to yoga began within his maternal family, whose roots trace back to the Himalayan region.
Retreat location
The course will take place in Pego, Alicante, Spain. The beautiful and historic house Casa Verònica in Pego town, which is situated in the Pego Valley. It is one of the most beautiful houses in the area.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
You will be served daily meals included in the price. All meals are plant-based and are freshly prepared with love by a fantastic chef, using organic whole foods and organic local produce. Water, organic coffee, and a selection of organic teas, fruits, and snacks are also included and available to you throughout your stay.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Organic
Spa treatments
- Massage treatments - not included
What's included
- Course tuition
- 5 nights accommodation
- Daily delicious, organic, nutritious, plant-based meals, snacks, and drinks
- Use of the facilities (yoga equipment, guest kitchen, and library)
What's not included
- Flights
- Transfers
- Massage treatments
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Alicante–Elche Airport
73 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Valencia Airport
78 km away from your destination
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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