[re]connect + rencontrer | november retreat

about

Join Sasha and Annsonia at the coziest French countryside home of l’Atelier des Sources in the stunning historic village of Angles sur l’Anglin for a rejuvenating 4-day weekend this fall.

We will come together to:

• reinvigorate and restore through dynamic movement and therapeutic postures
• inquire and uncover with contemplative practices like meditation
• fuel and nurture our minds and bodies by enjoying nourishing meals together
• cultivate community and [re]connect to our Selves, each other, and Mama Earth

Let’s [re]turn to nature and go within using powerful, time-tested practices to help us return to ourselves; to rejuvenate and renew.

*Language: EN/FR

dates

Thursday, 11 November – Sunday, 14 November, 2021

Arrival | 15h-17h

Departure | 14h-15h

location

The historic village of Angles sur l’Anglin is known as one of the most beautiful villages in the country. Amidst 11th century castle and fortress ruins, the village is also home to prehistoric gem – carved rock shelter Le Roc aux Sorciers, dated to be 15,000 years old.

Situated between Tours and Poitiers, the village is accessible by TGV to *Châtellerault (30 min) or Poitiers (1 hour), about 1h30 from Gare Montparnasse in Paris.

*We will be in touch with registrants to propose arrival and departure train times.

included

Room | linens + private or shared bathroom options 

Transfer | available for up to 4 people per car / arrival by 3-5pm Thursday + depart by 3-4pm Sunday

Food | dinner Thursday / 3 meals Friday + Saturday / brunch Sunday

Yoga | Thursday evening / Friday + Saturday morning + evening / Sunday morning

Meditation | included in asana practices

Props | yoga mats, blocks, straps, and blankets are available – you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer

Nature | explore the town and lush surrounding area during free time – nearby hikes range from 30 min to 2h30

Self-care | book a 50-minute massage for €60 – to be scheduled upon arrival

food

Organic, local and seasonal meals will be prepared by the lovely hosts Emmanuelle and Joël. Options will be mainly vegetarian with plenty of plant-based protein, including a potential meal or two of fresh cooked fish.

We will have limited options of natural wine for dinner, so please feel free to bring your own bottle or two.

Coffee and tea will be available before morning practice and throughout the day. There will be a bowl of fresh fruit available throughout the day.

*Please notify us of any dietary restrictions, sensitivities, or allergies and the chefs will accommodate accordingly.

itinerary

*Sample – subject to change.

Thursday | arrive 17h / practice 18h / welcome apéro + dinner 19h30

Friday + Saturday | 7h30 practice / 9h breakfast / free / 13h lunch / free / 17h practice / 19h dinner

Sunday | 8h practice / 10h or 11h brunch / 15h-16h depart

*Free time can be enjoyed relaxing on the lovely property, on local hikes and nature walks on the banks of l’Anglin de la Gartempe and Creuse (ranging from 30 minutes to 2h30), exploring Brenne regional park, or discovering the majestic town.

rooms + rates

We welcome up to 13 guests for our weekend at l’Atelier des Sources.

As space is limited, we recommend you book as soon as possible.

Those who identify as men and those who identify as women will be placed in separate rooms unless requested otherwise (for example: you book as a couple or a mixed-gender group).

*A non-refundable deposit of €200 will hold your spot.
*Remaining deposit due by Monday, 11 October.
*Early-bird price available until Wednesday, 15 September at midnight.

Chambre Taïla / €650 per person
early bird €550

3 single beds
Private bathroom

Chambre Joséphine / €650 per person
early bird €550

4 single beds
Private bathroom

Chambre Clara 1 / €625 per person
early bird €525

3 single beds
Shared bathroom with Clara 2

Chambre Clara 2 / €625 per person
early bird €525

2 single beds
Shared bathroom with Clara 1

Chambre “les p’tits combles” / €650 per person
early bird €550

3 single beds
Private bathroom

Chambre “les cellules” / €625 per person (only if over 10 guests)
early bird €525

2 single beds
Bathroom shared with Clara rooms

cancellation policy

Deposits are non-refundable.

Last-minute cancellations will be reimbursed all but deposit.

Any circumstance resulting in a Force majeure cancellation will be reimbursed in full.

wellbeing

*All to be adjusted as necessary.

To ensure the health and safety of all guests of l’Atelier des Sources:

• Please provide negative test results (antigen or PCR) upon arrival within 48 hours of the start date.
• *If you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms or are not feeling well within 48 hours of the start date, please stay home and contact us for cancellation options.
• We will maintain a generous amount of space between mats and keep the space as ventilated as possible.
• Please inform us if you wish not to receive hands-on adjustments or sit at the communal table.
• Please ensure to wash your hands well, especially before and after practices / activities, outings, and meals.

registration

Click here for the registration form and payment instructions.