Benefits of a Retreat - Yoga Breaks in Spain

If you’ve never been on a retreat you may be wondering what the benefits of A retreat are?

Apart from the obvious that someone else will be taking care of all the tiresome details leaving you free to relax, you might be wondering why else you should book yourself a retreat?

With our many years of retreat organising experience both in Spain & the UK, we know the benefits of a retreat go far beyond having someone else organise everything for you. To us, the benefits go much deeper & last far longer than the days you’re away. So let us share some of the benefits of a retreat below …

Press pause on your life.

As you would expect, retreats often have a programme of activities & classes but having time to slow down & reflect is super important too & so we make space for this each day on our yoga retreats.

When we have chance to pause we’re able to reflect & this allows us to see life from a completely fresh perspective. This often brings greater clarity & new creative ideas on what is needed to make our life more happier / productive / exciting – or whatever changes you need – once we return home.

Retreats ignite creativity & inspiration.

Experience a healthier, more conscious way of living.

Retreats act as a gentle reminder as to how great it feels when you eat more healthily, when you rest a little more and when you start the day in a more conscious way by connecting with yourself first thing in the morning with movement, yoga, silence, breath work & meditation.

Retreats gently reminds us how much better we can feel.

Progress your yoga practice.

If it’s a yoga retreat you’re going on, regardless if you’re a beginner or have experience, only so much can be gained from a weekly yoga class or home practice. On our yoga retreats in Spain you’ll practice yoga at least twice a day in relatively small groups. You’ll quickly notice how much more your able to do when your body is open, warm & flexible. And, as our teachers often stop and break down the yoga poses, it’s easier to identify & correct any mistakes you might’ve been making.

Retreats allow you to grow & try new things.

The Healing Power of Nature.

Retreats are often held in carefully chosen locations where you’re surrounded by nature. Spending time in nature has been shown to reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol. When we’re in nature, not only do we feel grounded but we tend to relax as a whole. When we’re relaxed, we feel happier and this triggers the release of serotonin – the happiness hormone – all just by being close to nature – listening to the birds, the breeze in the trees, feeling the sun on your body and drinking in the fantastic scenery.

Improve your decision making.

Removing yourself from your everyday distractions allows you to tune inwards quickly & easily. Tuning in to your inner wisdom. If you’re someone who has to make numerous decisions each day – being able to tap into your own intuition allows for far better decision making.