Pilates Retreat | South of France | 2025

--THE SOUTH OF FRANCE RETREAT 2025 -

The French Retreat

Pilates

South of France

5 day retreat

Friday 9th to Wednesday 14th May 2025

Set in Yviers (near Bordeaux) in the heart of the very beautiful French countryside, this lovingly restored manor house and barn is our home for 5 glorious days. Yviers is also close to one of the most beautiful villages in France, Aubeterre Sur Dronne, which is easily accessible from the retreat centre.

A region famous for its vineyards, Chateaux, Bastide towns and churches, this location is the ultimate for authentic French country life.

You can expect fun and dynamic morning classes that vary in style from Classical Pilates right through to Barre followed by gentle evening sessions that combine Restorative and Yin Yoga. Picture all of that against a backdrop of fields, gentle spring light, sunshine and delicious home cooked food. Bliss!

No matter what your level this retreat is accessible for all.

I do hope you can join me for what will be a beautiful week.

Claire

ACCOMMODATION

There are six double bedrooms in the stunning converted barn, all of which are ensuite and can be taken on a shared or single occupancy basis.

There are also two large bedrooms on the first floor of the main house, which share a bathroom between them and are shared occupancy only.

There are also two further rooms in the 'attic space' of the main house which also share a bathroom between them. One is available as a large single occupancy room and the other as a triple/twin.

FOOD

Food comprises of 3 home cooked nutritious and delicious vegetarian meals a day, using fresh local produce. Vegan options also readily available.

Sample menu

Breakfast - freshly baked homemade breads, jams, granola, eggs, croissants, compote

Lunch - Green bean, goats cheese and beetroot salad, garlic bread

Dinner - Thai Red curry, coconut rice followed by coconut sorbet and mini brownies

WHAT YOUR RETREAT INCLUDES:

Accommodation (shared or private room)
3 delicious vegetarian meals a day.
Daily morning Pilates
Daily evening Restorative and Yin sessions a day
Transfer from Bordeaux airport (one set time so co-ordination required)
Transfer from Chalais train station (at any time)
Mats, blocks, straps, bolsters

ADDITIONAL EXTRAS

There are a variety of additional extras that can be arranged including wine tasting tours, horse riding, walks, bike hire and a day to trip to neighbouring Aubeterre-sur-Dronne.

For those who want to stay close to home and treat themselves to some pampering then the venue can arrange for the perfect massage for the ultimate afternoon treat.

WHAT YOUR RETREAT DOES NOT INCLUDE: