Not your typical luxury retreat. A week to step away from the noise, reconnect with your unmasked, deepest, truest self, and spend quality time with other similar soulful sisters who understand that life is beautiful, messy and rarely goes to plan. And that’s OK! Arrive exactly as you are. Depart feeling lighter yet more grounded, with a deep sense of self acceptance and a stronger connection to the universe. No perfect yoga moves required. No masking. Tears, laughter, swearing all welcome, in fact positively encouraged.
Highlights
Are you one of us?
You’re a roughly midlife-ish woman Feeling burned out, bloody knackered Neurospicy perhaps? Definitely a sensitive soul You’re going through loss, change, grief, career crisis, peri/menopause... something life changing? You want to connect with other like minded, big souled, slightly weird but bloody brilliant women. You’re in the right place. My retreat is all about no-flippin-apologies rest and relaxation. Not taking ourselves too seriously. Taking time to sit in the mud - but also remembering that this is how flowers grow... In short, being with other women who GET IT for a week of slow- maxing, gently moving your body, nourishing your soul, and connecting with magic...
Women only, intentionally alcohol free
Give your body and mind a break to clear out (sober and sober curious or taking time off - ALL welcome). Belly laughs, occasional inappropriate humour & open hearted chats - we will leave you feeling connected like never before - goodbye loneliness and self loathing!
Daily yoga class, heart-opening cacao & sharing circles
These will crack you open in the best way (all optional take it all at your own pace - we don't force)
Nourishing meals by a private Ayurvedic chef
Ayurveda is the sister science to yoga, and a big part of it is food to nourish - you will leave feeling healthy, satiated and inspired
Chilly sea air, coastal walks, cold-water dips and hot tub warm-ups
Again never forced, but these practices expand your ability to cope with discomfort - all guided by myself, an experienced cold water swimmer
Hosts
Rachel
Mum of 3. Yoga teacher. ADHD-er. Part-time sober adventurer. Professional overthinker. Holistic Nourishment Zealot.
I believe slow living is medicine for fastminds. After navigating my own messy middle, I'm passionate about creating spaces where women can exhale, be utterly real, and nourish the shit out of themselves.
What's Included
Accommodation with private bathroom
Private chef for nourishing meals
Daily Yoga Class
Snacks & drinks
Heated pool
Cacao & sharing circles
Coastal walks & cold water dips
Massage
Workshops on inner child work, chakras & Ayurveda
Hot tub
Belly laughs, occasional inappropriate humour & open-hearted chats
What's Not Included
Transport to and from retreat
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Your Venue
With a collection of purposefully restored homes across the UK, ARC promises guests the luxury of a boutique hotel without compromise.
Converted from a Grade II listed former water tower, ARC Thorpeness is a bold reimagining of one of Suffolk’s most distinctive coastal buildings. Enjoy modern comfort in an historic setting, with amenities including an outdoor pool, alfresco kitchen, cinema snug and hot tub.
Every ARC is newly renovated and designed for large groups - combining stunning architecture and interiors with state-of-the-art indoor/outdoor kitchens, spacious communal areas and extensive amenities.
Expect modern ensuites, 1,000 pocket spring luxury mattresses, Egyptian cotton bedding, bespoke ARC welcome jumpers and LA-EVA organic toiletries as standard, whilst enjoying facilities such as hot tubs, swimming pools, cinema rooms and fire pits.
FAQs
Do I have to be fit, or bendy or ‘good’ at yoga?
NO. And no again. This is gentle movement at your own pace.
Do I have to be fully sober?
No - it’s OK to just have a week off.
Why are you running a retreat in the UK - in friggin’ JANUARY?!
Great question! LOL! Early New Year can be a depressing time, so why not take time away to recoup, retreat, rest and refresh. Also to set intentions and start the year in a whole new energy - very much you, but more badass, more unapologetic, braver, taking up more space.