6 Days Beach Meditation Yoga Retreat Spain
Granada, Spiritual Magnetism, Yoga Retreats Spain
Leave me in Granada in the middle of paradise where my soul wells with poetry. Give him an offering, my lady, for there is no greater tragedy than that of the blind man in Granada.
Anonymous
So goes the famous quote, allegedly said to a woman passing a beggar in the street in Granada. The beauty and truth of the phrase encapsulate everything about this majestic city. The city offers the visitor a dizzying variety of attractions, from its fun-filled streets (this is a large student city) to its reputation as a Flamenco hotspot, Granada offers both history and modernity. Opposite the Alhambra is the Albaycín – the old Muslim quarter of the city, and with its steep banks, winding streets and sharp turns, an air of the past still lingers here.
Our venue is near the capital of the province of the same name and the wider region holds a number of attractions. From the mystical Alpujarras mountains to the Sierra Nevada and down to the Costa Tropical centered on Salobreña, a visitor to this province can ski in the morning, have lunch in the city, then sit on the beach in the afternoon. Not a bad claim to fame.
While on your yoga retreat, spend an evening in old town for a night out where you can experience the nightlife of Spain, nibbling tapas and get the chance to see local flamenco dancers. Stroll around the Albaycín, exploring the old Muslim quarter opposite the Alhambra and stop at the Arab tea house Abaco Te for a journey in time with a tea and sweet local pastry, 1400AD style. Afterward, head up to the Mirador San Nicolás for a spectacular view of the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada. Visit the Cathedral and Royal Chapel – resting place of the famous Catholic kings Fernando and Isabel. Take your time to explore the province visiting the Costa Tropical for the beach. Practice a variety of Yoga styles with different instructors immersed in the peace of Spiritual Magnetism of Granada
You can relax on the beach, go to the mountains, enjoy sightseeing and practice yoga on this all-encompassing yoga retreat in beautiful Granada Spain!
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Highlights
- 2 Yoga Workshops
- 3 Delicious healthy meals daily
- Beach Day Trip and Picnic to Motril or Salobreña Beach
- 4 Yoga classes per day: 2 Energizing and 2 gentle/yin yoga. For all levels and ages
- Sightseeing Tour to the Granada city center, Albayzin neighborhood, Arab tea/shops, Miradors and Traditional meal
- Hexagonal Upscale Yoga Shala and all ensuite room
- Pick Up from Granada Bus Station to the Venue
- 5 nights at the beautiful Granada venue
- All transportation for included activities
- Visit local historic sites
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Garden
- Yoga shala
- Free Wi-Fi
Granada Retreat Center
The root of the Flamenco and Alhambra Palace. Accessible from Malaga & Granada airport. Mountains, Beach, Snow and Sunshine all together in one place
- Capacity: From 8 and 40.
Rooms and accommodation
Accommodation: 20 different types’ rooms with ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning, heaters and free wifi: 9 Twin Rooms, 2 Triples (can be twins), 4 Double Rooms, 2 Suite Junior with bathtub, 2 Quadruples
Yoga Shala
- With 64 square meters and sound system, this yoga shala can serve up to 30 participants.
Retreat Center facilities
Our Granada retreat center features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Guests can also relax on the terrace set within the gardens of the property. The restaurant at this tranquil retreat serves traditional homemade dishes. Special diet menus are available on request, and there is a bar.
Location
Just 15 minutes’ drive from Granada, 1h from Malaga city and 45min from the closest beach, Salobreña.
Program
The focus of this retreat is on meditation and relaxation. The Hatha yoga classes focus on 12 basic Asanas and activating the chakras. These classes are designed to connect your body with your breathing to activate your chakras, bringing a spiritual focus to the practice, focusing on one aspect each day: balance, strength, flexibility, and inversions. With the different pranayama exercises you become aware of this vital energy and learn to harness it. There will be morning and evening 30-minute silent meditations. On Wednesday theres a special workshop on analyzing the 7 chakras, observing their qualities, colors, shapes, and characteristics. The goal is to apply this knowledge and awareness of the chakras to your yoga and meditation classes.
Schedule
- Arrival Day: pick up at 15:30 Granada Bus Station
- Departure day at 12:00
- 07:30 Meditation
- 08:00 - 09:30 Energizing Yoga class
- 09:00 -10:30 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 11:00 Gentle Yoga Clas
- 11:30 - 13:30 Free time, Included Activity or Workshop
- 14:00 - 15:00 Lunch, Traditional Meal in the city or Picnic
- 15:00 - 18:00 Free time, Included Activity or Workshop
- 18:00 - 19:15 Energizing yoga Class
- 19:15 - 20:15 Yin Yoga or Restorative yoga class
- 20:30 Dinner
The schedule is flexible. It will adapt to the needs of each group or other reasons.
Included excursions
- A trip to Motril or Salobreña Beach with picnic
- Sightseeing tour in Granada city center, the neighborhood of Albayzin
- Visit Arab tea shops
- Enjoy a traditional meal
Instructors
Patricia Villegas
Patricia Villegas is the co-founder and head yoga instructor. She is Spanish, vegetarian, yoga lover, and psychologist specialized in Sivananda Hatha yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga (Mysore) and Saraswati's student, the daughter of Pattabhi Jois. Through her professional website, she mixes eastern yoga practices and western psychology around the world.
Location
The retreat is located at Pinos Puente, Granada, Spain. This is 20 min from Granada airport, 2 hours 30 minutes from Sevilla airport, or 1 hour 15 minutes from Malaga airport.
Food
Enjoy three daily delicious 100% vegetarian meals and one daily snack. This diet is planned to complement your spiritual practice and to clear the body of toxins. You'll return home feeling rejuvenated, light and healthy!
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Alcoholic beverages
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Lacto-ovo Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Naturopathic
- Lactose Free
- Yogic
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
See and Do in Granada
Granada is blessed with a Moorish heritage dating back more than 700 years. The pinnacle of this is the Alhambra, a compound with palaces, courtyards, and gardens
You can walk your way along the streets of the old Albaycin district, laid out exactly as it was in Medieval times, or enter the cave dwellings of the historic gypsy neighborhood famed for its flamenco shows.
Our venue is near the capital of the province of the same name and the wider region holds a number of attractions. From the mystical Alpujarras mountains to the Sierra Nevada and down to the Costa Tropical centered on Salobreña, a visitor to this province can ski in the morning, have lunch in the city, then sit on the beach in the afternoon. Not a bad claim to fame.
You can relax on the beach, go to the mountains, enjoy sightseeing and practice yoga on this all-encompassing yoga retreat in beautiful Granada, Spain!
Spa treatments
Ayurveda Yoga Massage and Raindrop massage. Masseurs onsite! This treatment is at additional cost.
What's included
- 3 delicious vegetarian meals
- 5 nights accommodation
- 8 Hatha yoga classes with Yin yoga
- Excursions to Granada city center
- Trip and picnic to Motril or Salobreña Beach
- Workshop: Chakras of the central channel
What's not included
- Airfares and meals outside the retreat.
How to get there
Arrival by airplane
The closest major airport to Granada, Spain is Granada Airport (GRX).
Other options are Sevilla Airport and Malaga Airport.
Distances
- Sevilla - 1 hour 25 minutes
- Malaga - 2 hours 30 minutes
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 35% of the total price.
- The deposit is fully refundable if the booking is cancelled up to 60 days before the arrival date.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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