Upcoming Retreats

Well-being and self-care are becoming wise personal investments for the times we live in today.

A day or weekend retreat can provide you with the space to move forward with fearless authenticity through the increasing digital and mental challenges of twenty-first-century lifestyles.

With healing practices such as yoga, meditation, sound bath, massage therapies, as well as spending time in nature we and allow ourselves to heal recover and rejuvetate. 

Have a look what I have prepared for you in this upcoming months.

21st June 2025

Summer Solstice Beach Retreat

Celebrating the Summer Solstice: A Women’s Evening of Light and Connection at Cresswell Beach.

Location:

Cresswell Beach & Cresswell Village Hall, Northumberland
Duration:

Evening of June 21st (approximately 4-5 hours, starting a few hours before sunset).

Core Elements:
* Connection with Nature: Emphasizing the beauty of Cresswell Beach at sunset and the energy of the solstice.
* Mindfulness and Well-being: Incorporating practices that promote relaxation, self-reflection, and empowerment.
* Celebration of the Solstice: Acknowledging the longest day of the year through symbolic activities and rituals tailored for a women’s circle.
* Community and Connection: Fostering a sense of sisterhood and shared experience.

Activities:

* Welcome Circle: A gathering to introduce participants, set intentions for the evening, and create a safe and supportive space.

* Hatha Yoga : A Sun Salutation session to connect with the body and release any tension, incorporating elements of mindful movement.

* Solstice Meditation: A guided meditation focusing on the energy of the solstice, inner light, and personal empowerment.

* Women’s Circle Fire Ritual: A symbolic activity to honor the sun and element of Fire within, to the strength of the feminine power.

* Sunset Viewing & Reflection: Appreciating the sunset over Cresswell Beach, with time for journaling or quiet contemplation.

* Shared Meal: Srumptious and nurishing Dalh and Naan.

* Music & Storytelling: Freedom Dance around the Fire.

Sample Schedule:

  • 6:00 PM: Arrival & Welcome Circle
  • 6:15 PM: Sun Salutation on the beach
  • 7:15 PM: Dip in the Sea (optional)
  • 8:00 PM: Shared Meal/Refreshments
  • 8:45 PM: Sunset Viewing & Reflection
  • 9:00 PM Summer Solstice Meditation
  • 9:30 PM: Women’s Circle Fire Ritual
  • 10:00 PM: Freedom Dance around the Fire
  • 11:00 PM: Closing Circle & Departure

Booking details to come!

21th-23rd November 2025

The Breath of Autumn: Air Element Weekend Retreat

A Weekend of Releasing and Refining: Embracing the Clarity of Air.

At the serene location of the coast, overlooking Holy Island, with clean, crisp air, to enhance the connection to the Air element’s qualities.

This weekend retreat is for anyone seeking emotional release, clarity, and a deeper connection to their breath.

Weekend Schedule:

Friday:

  • Arrival (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM):
  • Welcome and settling in.
  • Herbal tea and light, cleansing snacks.
  • Opening Circle (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM):
  • Introduction to the Air element and its qualities.
  • Intention setting for the weekend.
  • Yin Yoga (6:00 PM – 7:30 PM):
  • Focus on lung and large intestine meridians.
  • Long-held poses to encourage release.
  • Dinner (7:30 PM – 8:30 PM):
  • Light, nourishing meal with seasonal vegetables.
  • Restorative Yoga & Meditation (8:30 PM – 9:30 PM):
  • Breath-focused meditation to calm the mind.

Saturday:

  • Morning Pranayama (7:00 AM – 8:00 AM):
  • Deep breathing exercises (e.g., Kapalabhati, Nadi Shodhana) to purify the lungs.
  • Vinyasa Flow (8:00 AM – 9:30 AM):
  • A flowing practice with an emphasis on twists and side body stretches.
  • Breakfast (9:30 AM – 10:30 AM):
  • Healthy, balanced breakfast.
  • Nature Walk (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM):
  • Mindful walk in nature, focusing on the senses and the beauty of the present moment.
  • Lunch (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM):
  • light lunch.
  • Somatic Thai Flow (2:30 PM – 4:30 PM):
  • Deep Yin poses combined with guided meditation to facilitate emotional release.
  • journaling time.
  • Free Time (4:30 PM – 6:00 PM):
  • Relaxation, journaling, or quiet contemplation.
  • Dinner (6:00 PM – 7:00 PM):
  • Nourishing, comforting meal.
  • Sound Healing (7:30 PM – 8:30 PM):
  • Sound bath with crystal bowls to promote deep relaxation and emotional clearing.

Sunday:

  • Morning Meditation (7:00 AM – 7:30 AM):
  • Silent meditation to cultivate inner stillness.
  • Gentle Morning Flow (7:30 AM – 9:00 AM):
  • Gentle movements and breathwork to integrate the weekend’s experiences.
  • Breakfast (9:00 AM – 10:00 AM):
  • Final breakfast together.
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  •  Emotional Release Breathwork (11:00 AM – 1:30 PM)
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  • Closing Circle (1:30 AM – 2:00 AM):
  • Sharing experiences and setting intentions for continued practice.
  • Closing remarks.

Lunch: (2:00 – 3:00 PM)

  • Departure (3:30 PM):

Accommodations:

 
  • Shared Occupancy ensuite rooms with Double Bed £350pp +Deposit pp

 

How to book Your place:

A  £175 per person non-refundable deposit will be taken upon booking (via the booking system).

Simply follow the booking link and scroll down the calendar until you see Summer Solsctice Women’s Retreat (click “See More” if needed) and select the room that you would like to book.

The balance of your fee, what is the cost of oyur chosen accommodation, will be due 6 weeks prior to your weekend retreat, and payment will be via bank transfer to avoid you needing to pay any further booking fees.

Payments in installments are possible. Please CONTACT ME to discusse the details:

Marta Jackson

07774391395

retreats@fomyoga.com

Terms & Conditions:

 
Payments: 
 

Cancellations:

Please note that refunds are not given for cancellations. This includes deposits and balance payments. You are strongly recommended to take out insurance to cover reasons for non-attendance. As it is a short-term holiday it is strongly recommended that you take out adequate insurance for sickness, cancellations, and loss/damage to property.

In the very unlikely event of your retreat being cancelled by me, you will be offered an alternative date when one becomes available.

 

Behaviour:

Abusive or unkind behaviour towards teachers, staff, or other students will not be tolerated either online or at classes, and Yoga North East reserves the right to cancel your booking if it is felt that your behaviour is inappropriate.

 

Limitation of Liability – FOM Yoga:

In the unlikely event of injury, illness or theft or disruption to program, FOM Yoga/Marta Jackson is not responsible for any loss or damage to your personal property, or for any injury or illness sustained during the retreat.

Please check with your GP that you are well enough to attend the retreat for Yoga activities and walking (retreats are aimed at beginners and experienced practitioners alike, but if you are unsure, it’s best to check).

Cancellation policy is firm. Payment to FOM Yoga/ Marta Jackson indicates agreement with the conditions above, you will also be asked to tick a box on your booking form to confirm that you have read and agreed to these terms and conditions.