Essaouira, Morocco
Yoga, Pilates & Fitness Retreat
Weds 11th - Weds 18th June 2025, 7 nights, 8 days

Discover inner peace and well-being with Cheryl and Sarah in the scenic coastal town of Essaouira, Morocco (an hour from Marrakesh), for 7 nights of magic. 

Join these experienced retreat leaders for their fifth year of  guiding retreats. Our retreat offers the perfect escape to reconnect and channel positive energy away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life . 

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We offer twice daily yoga and meditation classes, enriched with philosophy, energetic morning flows and grounding evening practices, evenings will be split between yoga practice and activities. We offer daily pilates and morning workouts alternating between runs and fitness sessions. 

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Immerse yourself in a truly transformative retreat experience. You will be guided through an enriching cacao ceremony, where you'll connect deeply with your inner self.

Learn the art of preparing Morocco's famous 'thousand-hole crepe,' a culinary delight that you'll savour. Indulge in a luxurious full-body massage designed to relax and rejuvenate you from head to toe. With plenty of free time, you can unwind, recharge, and embrace moments of self-care in the tranquil surroundings. This is your time to truly relax and restore.

Our retreat is thoughtfully designed to welcome all levels of physical ability and experience. This is your retreat, and you’re encouraged to honour your limits and embrace what feels good for you. Participate as much or as little as you like—every moment is tailored to your comfort, ensuring a deeply personal and enjoyable experience.

Accommodation 

You'll be staying in a a stunning villa in the countryside of Essaouira, 15 minutes from the town. The villa's location is on GMAP: "Lalla Essaouira - Bouzama"

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Pricing

Price based on double shared occupancy - fixed double beds

£1,500 (early bird bookings made before 11th February 2025)

£1,550 normal rate

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Price based on single occupancy - double bed

£1,900 (early bird bookings made before 11th February 2025)

£1,950 normal rate

£500 deposit to secure booking for any room. Payment plans are very welcome, please contact Cheryl/Sarah to discuss this. This can be arranged after the deposit has been paid. Please note deposits are non-refundable unless a new client can take your place.

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Deposits are non-refundable.

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Final balance to be paid 8 weeks before (16th April 2025) the retreat date, after which, is non-refundable.

• Accommodation for 8 days/7 nights

• Daily yoga classes (energetic in the morning and gentle in the evening)

• Daily guided Meditation/Nidra/Sound Bathing/Restorative practices

• Workshops will be offered during your stay

• Fitness workout sessions

• Pilates classes 

• Cooking class will be offered

• A full body massage will be offered to each guest

• You'll be invited to join us in a magical cacao ceremony

• All meals will prepared by an in-house team of cooks

• Yoga equipment cannot be provided please bring your own mat and a couple of foam/cork blocks/bricks. Cheryl can provide suggestions if you need this. https://www.yogamatters.com/collections/yoga-blocks-bricks

• Support will be given by Cheryl and Sarah throughout your stay

• Plenty of free time to do as you wish

• One transfer option to and from the airport will be provided at a set time based upon our flight details

• A small gift for you to remember the experience

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The retreat will begin on Wednesday 11th June.

The retreat will conclude on Wednesday 18th June​

Travelling to Essaouira, Morocco:

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RyanAir fly to Essaouria from Stansted Airport, 3 hrs 40 minutes.

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Flight details - 11th June - 14:24 - arrive 18:05

Return flights - 18th June 18:30 - arrive 22:00

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Visa Requirements

Visa exempt for a stay of up to 90 days. The traveller must: Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page. 

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Nutrition

All meals will be provided by the experienced in-house team, who will lovingly prepare our meals each day. You'll be provided full board accommodation with traditional Moroccan breakfast, vegetarian lunch and dinner.

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*Any food intolerances, allergies or special diets can be accommodated for (please specify in the booking form, some diets may come with an additional charge).

Cheryl is a senior teacher with 500+hrs of training, she will be guiding the Yoga and Meditation element of the retreat, guiding you through yoga flows,  calming Yin and Restorative practices, weaving in Nidra and Nadi - sound to guide you during your time on your mat. 

She teaches from the heart and dives beyond the yoga poses to incorporate the spiritual elements of the practice, including meditation, pranayama and Nidra practices. She is also an anatomy enthusiast and loves to integrate her knowledge into her teaching.

Cheryl teaches Pre/Post Natal Yoga, Kids Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Sound healing to offer a well rounded yoga experience.

She feels blessed and honoured to be able to share the amazing practice of yoga with people like you.

Sarah is a highly skilled fitness trainer and mat Pilates teacher to professional footballers with years of experience in the fields.

Sarah is great at being able to push you to a point that is challenging for you but still manageable. Her passion for movement shows through the energy she delivers in her teaching. What she does not know about form and technique in exercise is not to be known.

Sarah lives a holistic life and will offer her teachings at the retreat.