YOGA RETREAT IN LA SIERRA DE GREDOS, ÁVILA
LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE
23 - 25 MAY 2025
Get ready to rejuvenate, restore your energy from within and feel an inner spark of excitement once again! We are going on a special weekend retreat deep in the forest near Madrid where you can leave behind any stuck and stale energies and shift into a new paradigm.
Imagine going into the countryside, surrounded by trees and arriving at a homely, welcoming and beautiful space. You are greeted by friendly faces and feel like you’re in the perfect place and can be yourself.
Our Light Up Your Life Yoga Retreat is about being in nature, self reflection, accessing and releasing your inner vitality. Perhaps you feel ‘dimmed’ by always being on the go, not having time to appreciate simple pleasures and need to slow down and reset. During the weekend you will be sure to connect with like minded people, be part of a community and leave feeling inspired :).
Our retreat activities are all based on the full spectrum of yoga, including yoga classes, relaxation, breathing exercises, healthy and wholesome meals, mindset and meditation, so that you get a taste of living a yogic lifestyle. You will have free time to enjoy as you please.
We are returning to our much-loved venue El Pagano for the third time for this spring/early summer retreat. We can enjoy spectacular views, outdoor and indoor yoga, comfortable rooms and delicious vegetarian food. We will be well-looked after by Manuel and the team as usual.
Our group is international so classes are in English (I speak Spanish too if that helps) and all are welcome. Yoga classes are for all levels, including absolute beginners :).
Testimonials
INFORMATION
YOGA: Hatha yoga and some yin, depending on the needs of the group. We may also do some partner yoga :). It is open to all levels, including absolute beginners and those who have been practicing for longer. You don’t have to go to all classes if you don’t feel like it!
FOOD: The food is nutritious, plentiful and delicious. All food is vegetarian. Please let me know if you have any dietary requirements.
Three large meals per day are included and fruit is available between meals.
SLEEP:
Accommodation is shared:
Twin rooms
One double room
One 3-bed room
One 4-bed room*.
Limited number of single rooms (at additional cost + €65)
*Available if you come in a group of 3 or 4 friends, otherwise it will be for maximum two or three people sharing.
All rooms have separate private bathrooms with a curtain.
LEISURE TIME:
You can:
Hike! We are right next to the Sierra de Gredos.
Visit the local village Arenas de San Pedro
Go for a swim in the pool (depending on the weather :))
Have a Thai massage treatment with Atiya (at an additional cost)
Read and / relax
Hi I’m Atiya,
Yoga Teacher, Health Coach & Thai Massage Therapist
I’ve been teaching yoga since 2011 and leading retreats since 2013. This year will be our 14th retreat: our fourth in Spain!
My values are authenticity, freedom and community.
Having started my professional life as a commercial lawyer, then school teacher to yoga teacher, nutritionist and naturopath, I have done lots of soul searching around finding one’s purpose and vitality.
My biggest mission is to support others dealing with stress and overwhelm to build a fun and balanced healthy lifestyle.
I love sharing all elements of yoga on retreats plus the community that grows from them.
Schedule
(Exact times may vary)
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Friday 23 May
19:00h Arrival from 19h onwards
20:00h Introduction and mindful movement practice (no need to change beforehand, unless you want to!)
21:00h Dinner
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Saturday 24 May
09:00h Meditation and yoga
10:15h Breakfast
11:00h Free time
14:30h Lunch
15:00h Free time
18:45h SURPRISE workshop with Astrid
20:00h Dinner
21:45h Evening yoga class
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Sunday 25 May
08:30h Meditation and yoga
10:00h Breakfast
11:00h Free time
13:00h Yoga
14:30h Lunch
16:00h Departure
PRICING & BOOKING:
What's included: All yoga classes, meditation, workshops, all meals (fruit available between meals), accommodation (shared) and great company!
What’s not included: Transport to/from El Pagano (we can arrange pick up from the bus station), massage, free time activities, travel and health insurance.
Super Early Bird (before 31 Dec 2025): FULLY BOOKED
Early Bird (on/before 31 March 2025): FULLY BOOKED
Regular price (on/before 1 May 2025): €335 in full or €50 deposit + €285: FIVE SPACES LEFT
Private rooms (limited): +€65 of the price indicated above. Please ask on booking: ONE SPACE LEFT
TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE:
1) Write to me AND
2) Full payment OR deposit €50* + the balance before the relevant date above
*We cannot hold spaces. The deposit secures your place. Please see cancellation policy below
Cancellation Policy
We are aware that last-minute events happen and you may need to cancel. With this in mind, please note:
All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable
If you have paid in full and need to cancel on or before 31 March 2025, you will get a refund of 50% of the balance, less the deposit
If you cancel on or after 1 April 2025, then no refunds are available.
If, however, you need to cancel and find someone to replace you, then we would be happy to offer you a full refund less the €50 deposit. Your replacement would pay the price you committed to on booking.
If you decide to leave the retreat for any reason or in the unfortunate and unlikely event of you being asked to leave due to disruptive behaviour, then we cannot offer any refunds.
If the retreat is cancelled for reasons outside of our control, you will be refunded the retreat amount, less the €50 deposit, which would be transferable to a future retreat or another service with Atiya.
HOW TO GET HERE:
Bus: There is a bus that goes from Estación Sur (Mendéz Álvaro) to Arenas de San Pedro, and then someone from El Pagano can you up at the bus station (please ask).
Car: You can arrive by car. Please let us know if you are driving and can bring someone from Madrid. Please note that you will have to follow the directions on the website from Arenas de San Pedro (km 8400 of the Carretera Forestral de la Pregonera, turn LEFT and follow the signs to El Pagano).
Air: The nearest airport is Madrid, then you can take the bus or drive.
FAQS
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Absolutely! Options are given in classes for different bodies and levels of experience.
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Some people come on their own, not knowing anyone and then soon meet others :). Others regularly come to classes in Madrid/previous retreats and know each other. There is always someone new and you are very welcome!
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Yes! Classes are in English and the group is international. Lots of us speak Spanish too and other languages. You will still be able to follow classes :)
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Not especially! This retreat is catered for all levels (including absolute beginners to yoga), however to participate in all the activities and walking in your free time you may like to prepare a little beforehand if you currently don’t do much.
Please note also that there is a few minutes walking distance between the dining area and yoga studio and it is hilly as we are in the countryside!
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There are lots of free time options, as set out above. We don’t organise trips so you are free to do as you wish, rather than having all your time planned! Groups often go for a hike or walk together in free time, which you can organise amongst yourselves, or alternatively just relax at El Pagano :).
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We don’t organise transport for people but we will put you in touch with others so you can travel together. I would recommend grouping together to hire a car if you don’t have one. I will also send suggested bus times so you can arrive and get picked up at the same time.
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Please message me if you have a particular medical condition beforehand.
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Please let me know on booking for pre-existing injuries and on the retreat if it happens while you are there.
We aim to deliver the retreat to the highest standard, however we are not liable for any injuries you may incur and you are responsible for any pre-existing conditions and injuries.
We are not liable for any medical or psychiatric conditions, which may develop during or subsequent to the retreat.
We are also not liable for loss of, or damage to, your personal property.
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Congratulations :). Please confirm with your doctor that you are fine to attend and please let me know when you book. If you are in your third trimester, however, you may prefer to go to a tailored retreat for pregnant women as we would need to adapt many poses and you may prefer to be closer to home.
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We will send you a message with the things you need. Yoga equipment is available at El Pagano if you need a mat.
We suggest you get your own travel insurance.
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Closer to the time we will send you a welcome message with everything you need, including the massage times available and how to book.
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Please see cancellation policy above.
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