Yoga and Mindfulness Three Night Retreat
Friday 21st - Monday 24th March 2025, with Lucy Woods & Pippa Yarworth-Cleeton
Are you ready to take some time just for you?
In the rush of daily life, it’s easy to lose touch with ourselves, our breath, and the simple joy of being present. This retreat is your chance to pause, reconnect, and listen to what your body and mind truly need.
Join us for a weekend of gentle yoga and guided mindfulness meditation, designed to support all levels of experience. Whether you're new to these practices or looking to deepen your journey, this retreat is about slowing down and giving yourself permission to be fully present.
Through yoga, we’ll explore movement that is intuitive and nourishing, honouring your body’s unique capabilities. In our mindfulness sessions, you'll be guided to cultivate a deeper awareness of your body sensations, your thoughts, feelings and the present moment.
This retreat is an invitation to step away from the noise of everyday life, to reconnect with yourself, and find a deeper sense of peace and clarity. It’s not about striving for perfection or pushing yourself—it’s about embracing where you are, right now.
Why Join Us?
- Reset & Recharge: Let go of stress and tension as you return to yourself.
- Reconnect with Your Body: Learn to listen and move in ways that feel good for you.
- Find Stillness & Presence: Practice mindfulness and discover the peace in simply being.
Take a break from the busyness of life. Gift yourself this time to reflect, move, and be present. We’ll be here to guide you every step of the way.
What others think
Suzy
Pippa is such an amazing yoga teacher, her classes are relaxed, friendly and a completely judgement free space whatever level you are at. Highly recommend 🩷
Sarah
The mindfulness practices were delivered in a wise, nurturing, inclusive and accessible way to ensure all participants could give themselves to the experiences whilst feeling safe
Adrienne
Lucy's retreats are carefully put together, they are supportive, challenging, fun. It was such a wonderful way to connect more deeply with my practice, and to immerse myself in some stunning countryside
Wendy
Pippa is one of the kindest souls I have ever met. Her yoga classes are a joy. She caters from beginner to more experience in every class giving options for all. She is patient and caring to your individual needs. My only regret is I never met her sooner
Join Pippa and Lucy for this nourishing retreat
Introducing your retreat leaders:
Lucy and Pippa met during their studies in Mindfulness at Bangor University. They both have a passion for both Yoga and Mindfulness and each specialises in teaching in their fields of expertise.
Pippa has been teaching yoga since 2008, after training for 4 years with the British Wheel of Yoga (500hrs). Pippa also has a degree in sports science, a post-graduate qualification in Mindfulness from Bangor University and a Teaching Children’s yoga qualification as well as numerous professional qualifications.
Lucy has been a Mindfulness practitioner for over 12 years and has a Master's degree in teaching Mindfulness. She is founder of Presence of Mind and runs a meditation group, courses, workshops and of course retreats for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
Pippa and Lucy have worked on a number of retreats together and are delighted to be collaborating again. They both teach with a mindful approach and an invitational style, which encourages you to ease your way into your own practice and find out what works for your mind and body.
We are all different and have all had different journeys so we encourage you to find your own way with kind guidance.
Nourishing programme of practices
With approximately 14 hours of practice across the 4 days, this programme offers a mix of guided movement and meditation practices and time for yourself. Crafted to enhance emotional regulation, encourage physical wellbeing and promote personal growth.
Expert Guidance from Lucy & Pippa
Both experts in their field, Pippa and Lucy will support you all the way. This retreat is open to those new to either practice, or to those with an existing practice.
Inclusive & Accessible Environment
Experience mindfulness and yoga in a welcoming space designed to be accessible and inclusive to all participants. Engage at your own pace in a supportive environment.
Welcome to Symonds Yat:
Escape to a scenic environment. Find your space to rediscover peace.
Comfortable Accommodation and Nourishing Connection
Symonds Yat Lodge is a self catering house converted from 4* guest accommodation nestled on the woodland edge of this famous beauty spot above the stunning River Wye rapids. It's a magical place, unusual because its location at the edge of the woods combining genuine peace and quiet (apart from the sound of the river) with 25 ensuite bedrooms. There’s a sitting room, lounge, a dining room large enough to seat everyone.
Stunning views, loads of off-road parking, ample outdoor seating (much of it covered),
Stay in Comfort, Connect Deeply
Your retreat cost includes comfortable accommodation, nourishing food and the retreat guided sessions - all curated to complement your retreat experience.
