It’s with great joy and excitement that we invite you to join us on our Pure yoga retreat, a total immersion into all things yoga. As you can imagine, here at the zest life we love yoga. So we have a created a retreat that brings together for your pleasure so many aspects to living a more holistic, happy yoga way of life. When it’s cold and dark outside, what better way to spend a winter weekend, than taking time out just for you, immersing yourself in yoga with two of our fantastic teachers.

Experience and enjoy

• In-depth yoga classes of various styles, giving you quality time to reconnect with your personal practise.
• Informal yoga workshops with detailed instruction that will explore certain areas of practise.
• Learning traditional cleansing techniques, helping your body to feel cleansed and pure.
• Self – study, and journaling time for some reflective time.
• Time all to yourself for you to recharge in stunning world renowned gardens
• Relaxing and restorative yoga nidra sessions to calm and restore
• The beauty of a soothing gong bath – think of it like a sound massage for your mind and body
• Light hearted yoga philosophy sessions round the open fire
• Sleeping soundly after a quiet evenings guided meditation

Whatever your yoga goal is that you want to pursue for 2021 – be it mental, emotional or physical – this retreat will give you valuable tools that you can keep and use, on and off the mat, to help you achieve that.
This retreat is not suitable for complete beginners.

The Location

Our retreats take place at Plas Cadnant. A stylish, secluded country house on the Isle of Anglesey, nestled in 21 acres of private parkland, which gathers together for your pleasure; stunning views over Snowdon, a meandering river, magical waterfalls, world renowned historic gardens, lazy meadows, mature woodland and an oak framed building perfect for your yoga sessions. Described as “one of the most amazing retreats on the Isle of Anglesey”, it is the most peaceful haven away from busy life on the mainland.

The Accommodation

The Coach house is the largest property on the Plas Cadnant estate, accommodating up to 11 guests on two spacious floors with an impressive upstairs dining /sitting room with large wood burning stove. By night, candles, incense and log fires create the perfect atmosphere for complete relaxation. Its wonderfully comfortable beds, crisp white linen, fresh flowers, views over rolling parkland and piping hot power showers all make up the luxury and style of your retreat at this stunning country house.

The Gardens

Time and time again our guests say how spectacular the gardens are and we know you will be blown away by their beauty. Over the past 25 years they have undergone a spectacular transformation and have been lovingly restored to their former glory. Winter finds the carpets of Snowdrops, then Daffodils bloom in Spring, scented Sweet Peas climb in the Summer sun and in Autumn, the vibrant red leaves hang silently on the trees glowing in the morning light. In which ever season you choose to visit, the gardens are forever offering tranquil spaces to just be.

The Wellness Activities

Besides experiencing many different styles of yoga there will be a number of wellness activities for you to try, basically activities to help your mind and body feel great. There will be a session on yogic cleansing techniques such as Jali Neti, nasal cleansing, which is designed as a daily practise to help rid the body of toxins. There will also be time for deep tissue massages and restorative reflexology, followed by therapeutic nature walks through the historic gardens. Or how about taking some time to calm and declutter your mind with mindful colouring and personal journaling by the fireside.

The Yoga Space

Stroll through the walled garden, and majestic wooden gates to the oak framed building. With its lovingly hand crafted oak beams, high ceilings and under floor heating, it makes the ideal space for yoga and mediation practice. Bask in the rising sunlight during morning yoga and then enjoy settling down into candle lit relaxations in the evening. With the peace and tranquility of the surrounding parkland, it is your sanctuary from the outside world. All yoga equipment is provided, from mats to blocks and cushions to straps, so all you need to do is turn up.

The Food

We are passionate about healthy eating here at The Zest Life and we make it an integral part of our retreats, with a menu that is focused on warmth, nourishment and of course foraged foods. Our plant based meals are always made without sugar or dairy products, and low in wheat and gluten where required. We offer beautiful Yogi herbal teas for you to choose from over the course of the retreat and with three full meals a day, fresh juice and healthy treats in the afternoon you are sure to feel nourished.

Holistic Treatments

There will be plenty of time to indulge in a body treatment or two with one on our superb in house therapists. We offer a range of massage treatments, from Indian head and Swedish full body, to Tui Na (a Chinese massage similar to Shiatsu). Our therapists use organic therapeutic oils to ease away your stresses and strains. Each treatment is £65 for 45 minutes. Go to your team for further information on the therapists.

Yoga Teacher – Claire Riley

For Claire yoga has been a lifelong passion. She has been practising for more than 40 years and has studied with many inspiring teachers in many different styles. She qualified to teach at Camyoga in Cambridge in 2015. Her regular style of yoga is Hatha Flow. Each of her classes are carefully sequenced to safely align, stretch and strengthen the entire body on a physical level and to release tensions, emotional blockages and encourage the flow of energy on a subtle level. Expect a fairly intense experience but you are never pushed beyond your own limits. She gives modifications and progressions as required to suit your individual needs.

Yoga Teacher – Katy Stylli

An ex-gymnast Katy's yoga classes focus on balancing strength with flexibility, and will help you find your equilibrium, both on and off the mat. Her sequences are inspired by Vinyasa flow, created to be physically challenging while tailored to ones ability. Morning classes will provide an active, full body experience that strengthens through stretching, breathing, lengthening and opening, setting you up for the days activity. The evening classes will have a more meditative focus, with time for releasing tension and long nurturing relaxations. You will feel restored and revitalised from this retreat's yoga sessions.

Price per person (including VAT) & Booking

Price includes:

• Two nights luxury accommodation with shared bathroom.
• Six yoga sessions.
• Four meditation sessions.
• Two relaxation sessions.
• One hour Gong bath.
• Yoga equipment use – mats/blocks/props.
• Wholesome and vegetarian – breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Unlimited fruit, teas, coffee and fruit water.
• Unlimited access to the 21 acres of stunning garden and grounds at Plas Cadnant with its river and plunge pool.
• Plas Cadnant is extremely comfortable and all rooms are finished to a very high standard. Linen, towels and toiletries are provided.
• The friendly host service of the team at the retreat throughout your stay.
• FREE Jali Neti cleansing bottle.

We know this wellbeing retreat will be very popular so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Prices coming soon
If you have any further queries about the retreat please see our FAQ’S page or contact Laura on 07989 512859 / email info@thezestlife.co.uk