Four Day Yoga, Pilates and Walking Retreat - Bangor, Wales
This retreat will be held at the Dru Yoga centre in North Wales. Set in a beautiful valley in Snowdon area, this retreat is suitable for all levels and offers a full schedule of Yoga, Pilates and walking. You are welcome to do as much or as little as you like.
The Venue: Please note that some of these retreats are run at The Snowdonia Mountain Lodge and some are run at the picturesque Yr Ocar House, both of which are part of the Dru Yoga organisation. Please check where your retreat is being held at when making your travel arrangements. Please see links below to view the venues.
'Thank you for a lovely retreat exeprience, and a big thank you to you Sally for
your care and support'.
Carmen Steele (Wales Retreat, May 2011)
Carmen Steele (Wales Retreat, May 2011)
Forthcoming dates:
Friday 4th May - Monday 7th May 2012: Venue: Snowdonia Mountain Lodge
Thursday 19th July - Sunday 22nd July 2012: Venue: Yr Ocar
Friday 24th August - Monday 27th 2012: Venue: Snowdonia Mountain Lodge
About the classes
You have the choice of a number of classes including Dynamic Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Pilates and Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation). All classes are suitable for beginner levels up to advanced levels and you are welcome to do as much or as little as you wish. Depending on the weather we may also do some yoga practice outside in the valley. Yoga
The Yoga classes are taught by Sally Parkes and are a combination of energising Dynamic Yoga in the morning followed by a more restorative practice of Hatha yoga later in the day. All classes are for all all abilities and we welcome beginners.
Pilates
Pilates is an exercise method that is great for working the core area of the body including the abdominal area. It is very effective in reducing lower back pain and improvingthe muscle tone of the lower abdomen in particular.
The Yoga classes are taught by Sally Parkes and are a combination of energising Dynamic Yoga in the morning followed by a more restorative practice of Hatha yoga later in the day. All classes are for all all abilities and we welcome beginners.
Pilates
Pilates is an exercise method that is great for working the core area of the body including the abdominal area. It is very effective in reducing lower back pain and improving
the muscle tone of the lower abdomen in particular.Yoga Nidra: Yogic Sleep
Yoga Nidra (meaning 'yogic sleep') is a form of deep relaxation and is offered before bed to encourage restful sleep so you will feel refreshed & renewed both mentally & physically.
Pranayama: Breath Control
During the Yoga lessons we will also practice breathing techniques that will assist your detox and yoga practice by calming the nervous system & stimulating the digestive system.
Yoga Nidra (meaning 'yogic sleep') is a form of deep relaxation and is offered before bed to encourage restful sleep so you will feel refreshed & renewed both mentally & physically.
Pranayama: Breath Control
During the Yoga lessons we will also practice breathing techniques that will assist your detox and yoga practice by calming the nervous system & stimulating the digestive system.
Food
You will recieve three vegetarian meals a day and all food the team are happy to cater for food allergies and intolerances as long as they are given notice. Please inform Sally upon booking if you have any dietary requirements.
Schedule
Please note that as some activities are weather dependent, the schedule may change slightly during the retreat.
Friday:
Arrival from 2pm. Tea and refreshments.
4.30-6pm. Hatha Yoga Class and welcome.
6.45pm: Dinner.
7.45-8.30pm: Yoga Nidra/Relaxation
Sunday:
7.45-9am. Dynamic Yoga.
9am. Breakfast.
10.30-2.30pm. Walking/Hiking - Packed lunch.
2.30-6pm. Free time.
6-7pm. Gentle Stretch and Relaxation.
7pm. Dinner.
Arrival from 2pm. Tea and refreshments.
4.30-6pm. Hatha Yoga Class and welcome.
6.45pm: Dinner.
7.45-8.30pm: Yoga Nidra/Relaxation
Sunday:
7.45-9am. Dynamic Yoga.
9am. Breakfast.
10.30-2.30pm. Walking/Hiking - Packed lunch.
2.30-6pm. Free time.
6-7pm. Gentle Stretch and Relaxation.
7pm. Dinner.
Saturday:
7.45-9am. Dynamic Yoga
9am: Breakfast
10.30-1pm. Walking/Hiking
1.30pm. Lunch
2.30pm Free time.
5-6.30pm. Pilates, Stretch and Relaxation.
7pm. Dinner.
Monday:
7.45-9am. Dynamic Yoga.
9am. Breakfast.
10.30-11.30am. Easy Walk.
12-1pm. Pilates, Stretch and Relax.
1.30pm. Lunch.
2.30pm. Depart.
7.45-9am. Dynamic Yoga
9am: Breakfast
10.30-1pm. Walking/Hiking
1.30pm. Lunch
2.30pm Free time.
5-6.30pm. Pilates, Stretch and Relaxation.
7pm. Dinner.
Monday:
7.45-9am. Dynamic Yoga.
9am. Breakfast.
10.30-11.30am. Easy Walk.
12-1pm. Pilates, Stretch and Relax.
1.30pm. Lunch.
2.30pm. Depart.
Getting there
By Train: There are direct trains from London Euston to Bangor and is generally cheaper the earlier you book.
Both Yr Ocar and The Snowdonia Mountain Lodge are a twenty minute taxi ride from the station. Taxi's can be caught from outside Bangor station.
Both Yr Ocar and The Snowdonia Mountain Lodge are a twenty minute taxi ride from the station. Taxi's can be caught from outside Bangor station.
For more travel details please click here
Please check which venue your retreat is being held at.
Dru Yoga Yr Ocar Venue:
Yr Ocar
Coed Y Park
Bethesda
Bangor
Gywnedd
LL57 3LX
Dru Yoga Snowdonia Mountainh Lodge:
Address: Snowdonia Mountain Lodge, Nant Ffrancon,
Bethesda, Bangor, LL57 3LX.
What to bring
Please bring with you a yoga mat and loose or stretchy clothing for your yoga and Pilates practice. As the weather in Wales is also very changeable it is advisable to bring some rain proof clothing. Clothing for hiking and sturdy walking boots are also strongly advised. A towel is pro
vided for each guest but you may wish to bring an extra one as well.
vided for each guest but you may wish to bring an extra one as well. Costs
Payments include all activities listed above and three vegetarian meals a day. Costs below are for sharing a twin room. All rooms have an ensuite shower room and WC.
Single occupancy rooms are available at extra cost of £15 per night.
Please contact us to check availability before booking online. Thank you.
£327.00 per person based on sharing a twin room or
Please contact us to check availability before booking online. Thank you.