Pyrenees Pilates Retreat - 8th July - 12th July 2024

(5 days/4 Nights ) SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT

Sorry but all rooms have been taken now, if you are still interested please let me know and I will put you on a waiting list in case anyone needs to drop out.

Where

Ferme de Candeloup is a 260 year old Bearnaise farm located at the foot of the French Pyrenees near a small village called Monein in the SW of France. The barns have been transformed into a welcoming, relaxing hotel, where we will have sole occupancy of the buildings to host this wonderful Pilates retreat.

We will have our own fully equipped studio room which opens up through folded doors out to a spacious decking so we can spill outside into the sunshine if we desire. I will be running 2 sessions of Pilates a day, one in the morning and late afternoon.

Our wonderful host Mel, will provide healthy home-cooked vegetarian meals three times a day, using locally sourced produce where possible, there is an inside communal eating area or you can sit al fresco on the shaded patio.

There will be plenty of time to just kick back by yourself, either taking a dip, sitting poolside reading, enjoying the hot-tub or just enjoying the views of the vineyards, the mountains and the garden.

Small excursions can be arranged individually from the farm if you do fancy venturing out, these are not included in the price but our host is happy to help arrange with transport and any further information.  

The local vineyard (Jurancon region) is nearby where you can enjoy some wine tasting or maybe you might want a trip to the closest town, Pau or even to explore the glitz of Biaritz, but  for many of us we may just be happy to use this time to take stock and enjoy the slower pace of life.

Accommodation

Ferme de Candeloup is a 3* hotel with a variety of single/double/triple rooms to cater for everyone, whether you are traveling alone, with a partner or with friends. They are all individually styled and priced on occupancy, with air-con and private en-suite bathrooms. They will be allocated on a first come serve basis. There are some picture of the rooms in the photo gallery at the bottom of this page.

Pilates Studio

There will be 2 Pilates classes running each day, firstly after our relaxed breakfast at 10.30am and another later in the day at 5.45pm. In these sessions we will get our bodies moving in all directions, strengthening, opening and releasing, this will be a good time to delve deeper into certain exercises/movements and enjoying the benefits of focused Pilates in such a wonderful location.

Timetable

9am - Breakfast

10.30am - Pilates

1pm - Lunch

5.45 pm - Pilates

7pm - Dinner

Included

4 nights accommodation (various room options)

  • All with en-suite bathrooms

  • 3 healthy vegetarian meals a day

  • 2 Pilates classes a day

  • All Pilates equipment provided

  • All bedding/towels included

Not included

  • Flights

  • Transportation to and from Biaritz  or Lourdes airport

  • Any trips arranged individually from the hotel.

  • Travel Insurance

    Easyjet & Ryanair both fly to Biaritz or Lourdes, approximately costing £100 return.


    Please book the flight as soon as you have put down your deposit to avoid an last minute price rises from the airline.

    Transportation to and from the either airport can be arranged through our host for approx 50 euros return.

A £150 deposit will be required to reserve your place and this is non-refundable. There are a limited amount of rooms so I advise to book early so that your preference can be catered for.

Once your deposit is received please book your flight asap to get the best price.

The remaining balance must be paid 8 weeks before the retreat by the 13th May 2024.  If you need to cancel before 6 weeks prior the retreat commencing (May 27th) . I can refund 50% of the total cost, minus the deposit, however after this date it is non-refundable. n the unlikely event I have to cancel the retreat, you will get a full refund, including your deposit.

Any questions or special requirements that you would like to request please just get in touch through the contact page.

Most importantly I want this to be a wonderful experience, enjoying the benefits of Pilates, good food, local wine (if that’s your thing), glorious sunshine and just few days of respite from all the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

I really hope you will join me for this special break.

Stacey x