Yoga Holidays at Quinta Mimosa, Algarve
Rachel hosts her Portugal Yoga Holidays at Quinta Mimosa and has been coming to this much loved venue since 1993. Here, guests are provided with daily yoga classes in the fabulous air-conditioned yoga studio, gorgeous brunch after each morning session, welcome meal and optional massage treatments. Other meals are self-catered using the excellent and extremely well-equipped kitchens provided in each house.
Whatever your reason for taking time out, at the end of your stay, friendships will have been forged, energies renewed and bodies stretched. It’s an opportunity to experiencing a different way of living with healthy freshly cooked food, peaceful surroundings, convivial company and the amazing life-enhancing benefits of the daily practice of yoga. For many leading stressful, busy lives, it is a chance to take a well-earned rest.
2010 PORTUGAL HOLIDAY DATES
June 5th to 12th
July 10th to 17th
September 4th to 11th
October 9th to 16th
To secure a place pay your deposit via PayPal using the button below, or you can pay for your holiday in full (there is a 10 Euro surcharge on the final balance for using PayPal but don’t forget that if you pay your deposit before the 14th February 2010, there is also a 15 Euro discount!) or contact Rachel for other payment options.
Please click here to download the booking form which lists all the prices and options available for the Portugal holidays.
HOLIDAY DETAILS
On all holidays there will be a programme of posture (asana) work in the mornings with more meditative and restorative/relaxing practice in the afternoons. Of course you will also find time to relax & enjoy your surroundings or for the more adventurous & active, there are plenty of other activities such as walking, horse-riding, golf or surfing nearby.
Quinta Mimosa is situated just 20 minutes from Faro Airport and only 15 minutes from the historic town of Loule and 10 minutes from the beautiful Algarve coast. Quinta Mimosa has been hosting yoga retreats for over 20 years and is well-known for their warmth & hospitality, & you will be in wonderful surroundings with friendly people from all walks of life. If you are travelling on your own or with a friend you will find that there is plenty of space to have quiet moments to yourself & plenty of good company for when you need it.
The Daily Schedule
Although it may vary according to the time of year, a sample holiday programme will run as follows:
- 8.30am to 10.30am – Yoga Class10.30am – Delicious Brunch taken at your own leisure followed by free time for resting, exploring, massage, excursions.
6pm to 7.3opm – Yoga & Pranayama (Breathing Focus, Recuperative & Relaxation)
8pm – Dinner – 2 evening dinners are provided and other meals are self-catered or we go out as a group to one of the many and varied local restaurants.
The Yoga Classes
All the classes are taught by Rachel, and she will be on hand throughout your stay to answer any questions you may have and provide support. The classes are designed to give participants an indepth experience of yoga asanas, to learn more, improve their practice & to have fun and relax. Guests will often arrive tired & stressed, looking forward to a well-earned break & after their holiday, return home feeling refreshed & renewed. All equipment is provided and all levels of experience and fitness/health catered for. Where possible, Rachel can also offer private sessions extra to the programme during your holiday.
The Accommodation
The accommodation is arranged in 3 converted farmhouses. There are 3 ensuite rooms in each house with lounge, fully equipped kitchen, terrace and barbeque area for each house. Also on site are 3 swimming pools all exclusively for the use of residential guests of Quinta Mimosa. The ensuite rooms can be shared between two or for a supplement as single occupancy. Also available is a dormitory area accommodating up to 5 people, in a mezzanine gallery integrated above the yoga studio, or a separate twin room which shares the bathroom with the dormitory area.
All the accommodation is tastefully decorated in the Portuguese style of pretty colours and fabrics and there are plenty of places to sit and read, relax, chat, cook and enjoy!
Other Activities
Plenty of time is scheduled between classes to allow for other activities, quiet time, excursions or extended sunbathing sessions or perhaps a massage treatment from one of the visiting massage therapists.
Within easy reach are historic towns & villages, spectacular scenery, excellent beaches, golfing, horse riding, tennis, sailing, walking & even go-karting! For those who seek the surf, the famous Atlantic west coast is only 50 minutes away with some of the best surfing beaches in Europe & in the other direction, Spain is only an hour away.
Travel & How to Get Here
Quinta Mimosa is situated just 20 minutes taxi/car ride from Faro Airport and only 2 hours train from Lisbon or car or bus from Seville. Taxi transfers from Faro cost around €25-30 each way. Guests who are arriving at the same time often get together to share taxis. We can help you with your travel arrangements if you are having difficulties or need more advice.
Prices & Booking Information
Prices start at €545 (dormitory), €685 (twin ensuite per person) to €795 (single ensuite) for the Quinta Mimosa holidays. Please click here to download the booking form which lists all the prices and options available for the Portugal holidays. You can also contact Rachel direct and please do sign up for our newsletter to receive up to the minute updates. Bookings are being taken now. If you would like to reserve a place or find out more information, please do get in touch.
Bespoke Yoga Programmes
If you would prefer your own private yoga course, bespoke breaks can often be arranged for individuals, couples or small groups. For more information about booking your own private yoga programme, please contact Rachel.
For any further information, do contact Rachel using the form provided or any of these numbers:
email: rachel@orangetreeyoga.com Tel: +44 207 558 8658
Mob: +44 77251 20043 Fax: +44 0207 900 3783
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