Embrace Life

From 1690,00 €/person

Venue: 1670 chemin des Collets, 06640 Saint-Jeannet

Language: French, English

Duration: 5 days/4 nights

Yoga styles: Trauma sensitive Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Meditation, Breatwork

Other activities included: Mindful fitness, Shamanic Ritual, Personal growth & Self-care workshops

Theme of the retreat: trauma healing, stress management, emotional regulation through yoga, fitness & shamanic ritual

Facilitators: Eva Martin, Anandh Xavier, Claire Le Michel

Experience an out-of-time moment in a preserved natural setting

Are you seeking to embrace life again after facing adverse or life-altering events? Are you currently going through a stressful period in your personal or professional life? Are you feeling emotionally unbalanced? We understand that navigating difficult situations can be overwhelming and challenging to overcome alone, often leading to a sense of disconnection from the body and dysregulation in the nervous system.

Join us for our signature retreat Embrace Life in Provence, France

Take a deep breath, let the scents of Provence envelop you, and visualize:

• Beautiful Eco-lodges built in harmony with nature on a site practicing permaculture, just a short distance from the pristine beaches of the French Riviera.

• an exquisite wellness program centered on your healing and well-being…

• and YOU!

Our retreat Embrace Life combines the perfect ingredients to reconnect with yourself, to find harmony in nature, indulge in the bliss of the pool or simply relax in the sauna. Close your eyes and visualize... paradise is just a heartbeat away!

Join our signature retreat Embrace Life for a life-changing 5-day experience in an idyllic countryside setting in Provence, France where every moment is an opportunity to reconnect with yourself. Rediscover your inner balance, overcome past wounds, foster a positive relationship with your body, make peace with your past, learn to cultivate self-love and move forward with confidence.

With our holistic approach, grounded in trauma sensitive yoga and body-based therapies, we'll guide you to release negative emotions and traumatic memories stored in both your body and mind. As trained professionals who are experienced in trauma healing and understanding the unique challenges of trauma recovery & stress, we will support you in regaining physical, mental, and emotional clarity and strength, offering a path to inner harmony and personal growth like never before.

With a customized range of embodied healing techniques that address your overall well-being, Embrace Life is more than just a yoga retreat; it is a one-of-a-kind life-changing experience. It's happening - and we'd love for you to be a part of it!

What makes this retreat so special?

We understand that trauma isn't confined to the mind; it leaves a lasting impact on the body and brain. Considering the right body movement as medicine, we've designed a retreat that embraces the holistic nature of healing in a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment close to mother earth.

We are deeply committed to guiding you on a transformative journey towards self-discovery and healing. We offer a diverse array of body-based practices and therapies, including gentle hatha yoga, trauma sensitive yoga, yoga nidra, yin yoga, meditation, breathwork, chakra healing, mindful fitness, and shamanic ritual. In addition, our integrated workshops will help you understand the aftermath of trauma, the signs of trauma within your body and give you tools for self-care & self-regulation.

To enhance your experience, we offer additional services such as online Hono Hono Maori healing, hypnotherapy, personalized workout / diet plans, psychological counseling, Bio-Well energetic assessment, and wellness massages.

Benefits:

• Heal your body & mind

• Rediscover yourself after too long of feeling disconnected

• Reset your nervous system

• Release emotional blocks

• Overcome your traumas

• Be more relaxed than you’ve ever been

• Become stronger mentally and find inner peace

• Learn self-regulation & self-care tools

• Develop strong mind-body connection

Everyone is invited to join, regardless of their familiarity with yoga or flexibility. We welcome individuals of all body types, age, background, and personal history without passing any judgment. Our intention is to assist you in transforming your life, giving you tools to overcome the impact of past trauma and stressful situations, and achieving lasting happiness. Your path to a more fulfilling life begins here!

For whom is this retreat?

Detailed program :

Program taught in French and English or exclusively in English depending on the profile of the participants

Day 1

As you arrive on Day 1, our welcoming check-in with a refreshing drink sets the tone for your journey. The day unfolds with an opening ceremony & inaugural seminar on trauma & healing, a trauma sensitive yoga session followed by a deep relaxation, paving the way for a nourishing vegetarian dinner. Cap off the evening with a personalized health & wellness consultation to help you set your goals. On Days 2 and 3, before lunch, you'll have the option to indulge in an additional Gua Sha therapy or Ayurvedic face massage (reservation to be made on the 1st day of the retreat).

Day 2

Day 2 begins with a guided meditation designed for trauma healing and emotional regulation and a gentle Hatha Yoga practice. Engage in a mindful fitness session to energize your body and learn about mind-body connection followed by a nutritious brunch. In the afternoon, attend our self-care workshop and explore self-care fascial maneuvers. Concluding the day with a relaxing evening yoga session leads you into a restful night.

Day 3

On Day 3, kickstart your morning with a chakra healing session in nature, followed by trauma sensitive yoga. Immerse yourself in a dynamic fitness session and deepen your knowledge of mind-body connection. After your brunch, you will have the opportunity to visit the farm and learn about permaculture with our host Isabella! A must go! As the evening unfolds, delve into profound relaxation with yin yoga and yoga nidra sessions.

Day 4

Day 4 is entirely dedicated to a shamanic ritual to restore harmony in your body, mind and spirit by working with the energies and forces of the natural world and animal kingdom. Live an extraordinary experience that will reshape your life!

Day 5

As Day 5 unfolds, partake in a wonderful meditation, restorative yoga session and gratitude circle. The retreat concludes with a reflective session, a group photo, video testimonials, and check-out at noon. And last but not least, take a tour in the lovely village of Saint-Paul de Vence (optional; traveling using your own means).

Join us for an unforgettable journey towards healing & wellness!

Location

Our retreat will take place in Saint-Jeannet, a village situated in the Alpes-Maritimes in southeastern France, near the pristine beaches of the French Riviera, just 20 kilometers from Nice and a stone's throw from the mythical medieval village Saint-Paul de Vence. Discover Saint-Jeannet, an ancient and mysterious village secluded from mass tourism, nestled at the foot of an immense cliff called the Baou.

Saint-Jeannet has gained a mystical reputation, with tales of older village women practicing "witchcraft," using herbs and spells to cure ailments. The distinctive silhouette of the Baou, resembling a crouching sphinx, fueled rumors in bygone days, leading villagers from Saint-Paul de Vence to label the people of Saint-Jeannet as witches. However, today, the only enchantment cast is the irresistible charm of Saint-Jeannet, captivating and mesmerizing every visitor.

Come join our retreat and experience why Saint-Jeannet has been a magnet for artists over the years, including names like Poussin, Jacques Prévert, Raoul Dufy, and composer Joseph Kosma.

Venue

Casa des Madeleines is built in harmony with nature. Advocating for a return to the land, zero-waste, and respect for nature, Casa des Madeleines provides visitors with an immersive and unique experience. The site boasts numerous terraces with breathtaking views, and a natural swimming pond enhances the connection with the environment. An open-air kitchen invites guests to commune with nature while enjoying their culinary experience.

The eco-lodges, namely COBA, BABEL, and FIGUIER, seamlessly blend with the outdoors. Adorned with carefully selected furniture and a touch of modernity, these soft and comfortable cocoons offer tranquility and serenity to those seeking refuge in nature.

The farm features a vast organic vegetable garden, a chicken coop, a honeybee farm, and a garden of herbs and medicinal plants. Living and sleeping under the canopy of majestic oaks that support the lodges, guests can enjoy cozy banquettes, a gypsy bed under a mosquito net for sleeping under the stars, and even an outdoor bathtub veiled by crochet lace for those seeking privacy.

In the eco-lodges, earthy and natural tones prevail, with sisal, straw, wool, and twine rugs covering the floors. Space can be expanded at will by drawing large curtains with graceful, airy patterns. On the terraces, Acapulco chairs and light wood benches complete the serene surroundings.

Discover this unique site on the edge of the forest, bordered by a watercourse, a land blessed by the sun and protected by the surrounding nature.

Casa des Madeleines comprises:

• 3 eco-lodges

• a Yoga shala of 60m2

• a covered outdoor lounge of 45m2

• an outdoor stage area of 100m2

• a kitchen & dining room of 50m2

• a massage room with a table

• a natural swimming pond

• a sauna space

• garden, meditation clearing, terraces, farm

Food

Healthy, gluten and lactose free food with local & organic products.

Meals provided: brunch, dinner

Snacks, herbal tea served during breaks.

Your Facilitators

Eva Martin

Yoga, Meditation, Breathwork, Ayurveda

Founder & CEO of Ikshana Holistic Wellness

• Certified RYT-500 teacher

• Registered Yoga Alliance teacher

• Specialized in yoga therapy and management of post-traumatic stress disorder

• Diploma in Ayurveda & Panchakarma

Anandh Xavier

Fitness, Nutrition, Gua Sha

Founder & CEO of AFX Fitness Concept, Mister Universe 2022 bronze medal

• 17+ years of experience

• Level 4 premier certified personal trainer

• Boss certified level 2 transformation expert

• Certified sports nutritionist

• Expert in massage therapy: Gua Sha therapy, dry cupping, active recovery therapy

Claire Le Michel

Shamanic ritual, Energy healing

Founder of Companie Un Soir Ailleurs

• Artist, writer, dancer

• Healing therapies specialist: Chinese medicine, reflexology, dowsing, herbal medicine

• Trained in shamanic rituals

• Bio-Well energetic assessment

- Cycling

- Hiking

- Local markets

- Beaches

- Wildlife watching

- Art museums

- Perfume factories

Nearby Activities

Transportation

From Nice airport:

• Line 54 bus, 4 euros (1.5 hour)

• Taxi, 50 euros (20 min)

Transportation is not included in the package.

You know you’re ready for this retreat

• 4 night’s accommodation

• Brunch & dinner daily

• Water & herbal tea

• Daily yoga classes, meditation and mindful fitness classes

• Daily pranayama classes

• 1 chakra healing session

• Individual health & wellness consultation

• 1 shamanic ritual

• 1 mindful walking in nature

• Specialized workshops (understanding trauma & self-care)

• Post retreat online support for 3 months

• Natural water pond & sauna access

• 1 farm visit & workshop on permaculture

What is included?

What is not included?

• Transportation to the retreat venue

• Visa if necessary

• Insurance and personal expenses

• Additional activities not included in the package

• Wellness massages

• Bio-Well energy assessment

• Psychotherapy session

• Personalized diet

• Online fitness and yoga classes (after the retreat)

• Additional online energy healing sessions (after the retreat)

Shared room in a beautiful eco-lodge: 1,690 euros

Early bird rate until February 15: -10%

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