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Yoga Retreat
A relaxing and rejuvenating 7-day yoga and meditation retreat in the Ardeche. A chance to nurture yourself in this tranquil setting. Mas du Tracol yoga retreat is set on 20 acres of its own beautiful forest. Connect back to nature and enjoy the time to re-balance your life through gentle yoga, meditation, breathing/pranayama, relaxing walks in nature, and swimming in the beautiful swimming pool. Small groups of up to eight people ensure that everyone receives personal attention. This is an opportunity to de-stress, find your inner peace experience deep relaxation and go home feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, calm, and happy.
| Yoga Dates | May 13th, June 17th, July 24th, September 2nd, September 23rd, October 7 |
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Ardeche Yoga Retreat
- Morning meditation and pranayama
- Two Yoga sessions per day with either Dilys or a guest yoga teacher
- Taylor made a retreat to suit individual guests
- 6 nights comfortable accommodation in a private room or sharing
- Delicious organic food from local produce
- Private swimming pool, sauna
- Stunning stargazing, small groups
- One weekly introduction to a different but complementary discipline
Your Yoga Teacher
Dilys is a qualified yoga teacher. She trained in India at the Himalaya Yoga Valley in Goa, completing the ashtanga yoga teacher training which is accredited by Yoga Alliance. She worked as a yoga teacher in North Yorkshire for many years, running yoga classes and working with private clients on a one-to-one basis. Dilys moved to France in 2021 in order to set up the Mas du Tracol yoga retreat. She has a strong belief that yoga promotes physical and mental well-being and is essential for a healthy, happy life.
The Retreat Location
The Mas du Tracol retreat is in a stunning location – a contemporary French farmhouse set in the heart of the forest, with beautiful views over the surrounding hills. On arrival you will be enveloped by the peace and tranquility of the setting, offering a chance to get back to nature and find your own inner peace.
Mas du Tracol has located a 10-minute drive from the gorgeous town of Les Vans which is located at the crossroads of the Cevennes and the southern Ardeche where olive and chestnut trees rub shoulders.
Les Vans is a lively, welcoming town where you can stroll through the streets and alleys discovering the local history. Straddling the Cevennes National Park and the regional National Park of the Mont d Ardeche, the town is ideally located for lovers of wide-open spaces and nature.
Facilities
- Sauna
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
Fireplace - Garden
Kitchen - Lounge
Meditation garden - Picnic area
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Ironing / ironing board
- Laundry
- Parking lot
- Wireless internet
- Outdoor shower
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Within the farmhouse, there are 4 double bedrooms, 3 with en-suite, currently being refurbished for 2023. There is also a fabulous self-contained gypsy caravan with a shower and WC.
Food
What's included
- 7 nights’ accommodation
- 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals
- Daily yoga classes
- Daily meditation classes
- Specialised workshops
- Welcome drink
- Use of the swimming pool
- Access to gardens and forest
- Group activities
- Pre and post-retreat support from Dilys
- Wi-Fi connection
- Parking
- Water and tea served throughout the day
- Introduction to complementary discipline (when available)
What's Not Included
- Air and train fares
- Transfers
- Additional treatments
