Beautifully situated in the Axarquia mountains of Southern Spain, Santillan is an authentic Andalusian farmhouse overlooking the Mediterranean sea. Surrounded by beauty and tranquility on all sides, this is a spectacular location to relax, deepen your yoga practice, and explore the rich cultural heritage and natural wonders of Andalusia.
Join Iyengar teachers Kavi Patel and Eve Holbrook for a seven-day retreat in this magnificent place, featuring one of Europe’s finest yoga studios, en-suite accommodation, gourmet vegetarian food, a range of indoor and outdoor facilities, only 30 minutes from Malaga airport.
We will lead two daily extended yoga classes suitable for all levels from relative beginners to experienced practitioners — an active asana class in the morning, and a restorative and pranayama practice in the evening. As the week progresses, we will build upon a steady foundation of fundamental principles, towards a deeper, more refined practice that addresses individual needs, and develops each student’s skills and abilities. If you have any physical issues or injuries, we will help you modify for them.
Between sessions, there will be time to relax in the extensive gardens, the saltwater pool, take a hike, or go to the nearby beaches of Rincon. There are optional excursions to the coves of Nerja, ancient Ronda, and the white-washed village of Figiiliana. Malaga’s Historic District, Roman Theatre, Catedral, and Picasso Museum are all a 30 minute drive away. More ambitious trips to Granada, Alhambra, Cordoba, Sevilla, Gibraltar and Morocco can also be arranged.
Santillan has implemented a Covid-19 safety protocol, with hygiene and social distancing measures for all retreats taking place there this season. You can view it here: https://santillanretreat.com/covid-protocol
PRICING:
Prices range from $1904 for a shared room to $2170 for a single one (please go to Centro Santillan Yoga & Wellness Center discriptions). This includes all yoga classes, meals, and seven nights accommodation. It does not include airfare to Malaga, ground transportation, excursions, spa therapies, or purchased drinks.
For more information and to register, contact Eve at info@evesyogaspace.com. Please note that space is limited, and book early to avoid disappointment.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
A $350 deposit is required to hold your space in our retreat at Santillan. A full refund of the deposit will be given for cancellations made in writing before May 2, 2021.
After May 2, 2021, the $350 deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE.
Final payment is due on August 2, 2021. For cancellations by the registrant after August 2, 2021, there is NO REFUND. At any point, retreat deposits/payments may be transferred to another person without penalty.
In the event that we are forced to cancel our program due to pandemic, other natural disaster or insufficient registrations, a FULL REFUND OF YOUR DEPOSIT/PAYMENTS WILL BE GIVEN. However, we will not be held responsible for refund of airline tickets, ticket change fees or other travel expenses. For these reasons we strongly urge that you purchase travel insurance to protect your investment.
TRAVEL TIPS:
Please note that the travel days are October 2 and 9. There will be a restorative class at 5pm on October 2 for those who have arrived. There will be October 9 (but no yoga class) prior to departure.
When booking flights, keep in mind that flights to Madrid are generally less expensive then flights to Malaga and it is possible to take a high speed train from Madrid to Malaga, which is nice way to introduce yourself to the country. When you have booked your flights, please send me the itinerary. I will then arrange ground transport for you with the hotel.
Schedule for A Typical Day:
6:30-7:15AM Light breakfast of fruit, yogurt, toast, tea, coffee.
7:30-9:30AM Asana Class
10:00AM Brunch
Free time for relaxing, swimming, excursions, spa, massage, etc.
2:00PM Light Lunch
5:00-6:30PM Restorative & Pranayama Class
7:00PM Dinner
To view pictures from last year, see the gallery below.
If you have any questions, please send an email to Eve.
We hope you will join us!
