Power Walking • Running • Strength Training • Core Conditioning • Stretch and Stability • Pilates • Yoga • Mindfulness • Meditation • Healthy Plant Based Foods • Hill Walks • Boot Camp Circuits • Beach Walks • Swimming • Cycling • Sunbathing • Nutritional Advice • Relaxation • Socialising • Wellness Education • Workshops • Healthy Nutritious Food • Stunning Scenery • Peaceful Environment
Based in typical white-washed Spanish village in the mountains these unique weekends provide an ideal location for a wide variety of exercise in the cooler months of May and September. Good nutritious food, educational talks on a variety of health and wellbeing topics, beautiful scenery, and a clean, peaceful and relaxing environment, provide clients with a true wellness experience.
If you deserve some YOU TIME and want to get into great shape and feel fantastic for the summer, come and join us on our Wellness Retreat in the mountains near Valencia, Spain next May 2nd – 6th and 6th – 10th 2020.
A long weekend just for you without distractions or excuses! The perfect healthy holiday you need to nourish your body and mind with clean natural foods and a range of fun diverse activities. Return home feeling inspired and energised.
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Location
Accommodation
You will find rustic yet comfortable accomodation in one of three houses, all of which are located next to each other. There are 4-5 bedrooms and 2-3 bathrooms in each house. Casa Angel, Vasa Vogel and Casa Vida are all beautiful 300 year-old Spanish houses located in the heart of Forna with fantastic views over the orange groves, mountains and the 13th century castle.
Activities
Power Walking • Running • Strength Training • Core Conditioning • Stretch and Stability • Pilates • Yoga • Mindfulness • Meditation • Healthy Plant Based Foods • Hill Walks • Boot Camp Circuits • Beach Walks • Swimming • Cycling • Sunbathing • Nutritional Advice • Relaxation • Socialising • Education • Workshops • Healthy Nutritious Food
Testimonials
“I had yet another fantastic time at the May 2019 Fitness and Wellbeing retreat in Forna. It is such an amazing and beautiful location and ideal for all the training.”
“The nutritional and health talks we received were really interesting and useful and Helena and Annie are such motivational and inspiring trainers.”
“I loved the itinerary, the exercises, the setting and all the delicious and nutritious food. I came back several pounds lighter and am sticking to a healthy diet and feeling absolutely fantastic!”
“I love the fact the retreat was so varied – lots of exercise, motivational talks, amazing food and positive energy.”
“Its amazing what 2 days can do. I have returned home feeling totally energised”.
“Thank you for a wonderful experience. I gained so much more than I expected and am feeling more motivated than I have done for years!”
Example Itinerary
DAY 1.
07:30 Morning Stretch
07:45 Run / Walk the loop
08:30 Learn to make Green Smoothies*
09:00 Breakfast
10:30 Benefits of Strength Training*
10:45 Learn good technique for 6 daily functional strength exercises
11:15 HiiT Workout
12:30 Pilates and total body stretch
13:00 Myofascial release and neural flossing*
14:00 Lunch
15:00 Relax/ sunbath/ swim
16:30 Spinal articulation with Intro to yoga or Power Yoga
18:00 Meditation and mindfulness
19:00 Evening drinks on terrace
19:30 Evening Meal
DAY 2.
07:30 Breakfast
08:00 Morning stretch
08:30 Mountain Walk
10:30 Coffee at local bar
10:45 Importance of good Gut health*
12:30 Pilates Stretch or ‘Core – Abs – Glutes Attack’
14:00 Lunch
14:30 Relax/ sunbath/ swim
16:30 Pilates Flow or Yin Yoga
17:30 Chill out
19:00 Evening drinks and Dinner at new villa
Day 3.
07:30 Smoothies
07:45 Dynamic stretch
08:00 Hill run/ walk – 3 peak challenge
09:00 Castle Bootcamp
10:00 Breakfast
11:00 Hormones / Weight-loss tips/ Lifestyle strategies/ Effective Training*
12:30 Walk/ Relax on beach
14:00 Lunch at Restaurant in Oliva
15:00 Chill out/ sunbath/ swim
16:00 Yoga stretch and meditation
19:30 Evening drinks on terrace
19:45 – Goal setting*
20:30 Evening Meal
* Educational talks
Cost
£700 Own Room shared bathroom.
£600 Twin Share
£750 Master Ensuite
Book by December 31st and get £50 Discount
Price Includes
Dates 2020
Retreat 1. May 2nd – May 6th 2020
Retreat 2. May 6th – May 10th 2020
Flights and Transfers
Inclusive Airport Transfers will be arrange to link up with the following Easyjet flights from Gatwick:
Retreat 1
Outbound: Sat 2nd May Depart London Gatwick 12.20 Arrive Alicante 15.55 EZY8665
Inbound: Wednesday 6th Depart Alicante: 16:30 Arrive London Gatwick 18:05 EZY8664
Retreat 2
Outbound: Wed 6th May Depart London Gatwick 12:20 Arrive Alicante 15:55 EZY8663
Inbound: Sunday 10th May Depart Alicante: 11:15 Arrive London Gatwick 12:55 EZY8662
If flights need to be booked outside these transfer times, taxis can be organised for @ €100 each way or car hire from Alicante is very reasonable.
Meet the Team
Helena Shirley Retreat Organiser, Spanish Speaker, Personal Trainer, Sports Yoga Specialist (top left)
Annie Dorward: Green Smoothie Maker, Hatha Yoga Teacher, Bootcamp Master, Nutritionist, Sport Massage Expert (bottom right)
Sue Hopcutt: Pilates Coach, Stretch, Balance and Rehabilitation Specialist (top right)
Ali Mortimer: Holistic Health and Happiness Coach, Nutritionist, Mindfulness and Meditation Guru (bottom left)
What our clients are saying…
Contact Us
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