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Relax, Release & Rebalance

Over many centuries meditation has been used to enable the mind to find clarity and the body to relax, now again in the 21^st century, meditation and mindfulness have been recognised as a powerful tool to help us cope with the challenges of modern life. Through daily practice of guided meditation and visualisation together with tai chi and yoga style exercise we have created a great and highly effective experience that leave all that stay with us feeling more positive, focused, refreshed and relaxed.

Mindfulness & Why It Can Help Us

Mindfulness involves paying attention on “the now” and not losing your connection with the present moment, missing out on what you are doing and how you are feeling, focusing your attention on the moment and accepting it without judgement. Mindfulness has now been examined scientifically and has been found to be the key element to happiness. The cultivation of mindfulness has its roots in Buddhism but most religions include some type of prayer or meditation to help shift the mind away from every day preoccupations that can lead to anxiety and develop a clearer perspective on life.

Find Out What Our Guests Say…

• Quite an Experience
  It was our first retreat ever. It turned out to be perfect—a balanced combination of physical and mental effort and fun. All the activities are merely ingredients, but it all adds up to answers to some questions you didn’t realize you had in the first place. This helicopter view shows where you’re coming from and what to do if you want to change your direction. If you don’t use this knowledge afterward, then it is like Einstein said: ‘Insanity is doing the same thing and expecting a different outcome.’ So yes, go there and meet a bunch of strangers who you’ll miss 48 hours later when they leave. Olaf & Ellen
• Exactly What I Needed
  Everything! Susana is a great Yoga teacher. Yvonne and Jim are fantastic. They complement each other and do everything to make you feel comfortable. The places we go to for practice are spectacular. Even the other guests were great! Laetitia
• Amazing Place, Beautiful People
  Your hosts Yvonne and Jim are two of the most beautiful people I have ever met. The Casa Sonata is a beautiful villa with well-kept grounds. I had the privilege of staying in their new Luna tent on the grounds, and it was amazing—I highly recommend it. Susana, the yoga teacher, is fantastic and can teach people of all levels. Yvonne also taught us Qi Gong on the mountain tops, just a 15-minute walk away, with stunning views. The food was all home-cooked by Yvonne, who catered to all dietary requirements, and it was absolutely delicious. I also tried out the old-school Japanese hot tub, which was very relaxing. We took part in group meditation each day, and I experienced chakra balancing, also led by Yvonne, which was fascinating. I cannot recommend the meditation lodge enough. I met lots of beautiful people and hope to see them all again soon when I return.” Christopher
• Relaxing Experience ang Individual Guidance
  It was a nice combination of yoga, Qi Gong, and meditation exercises in lovely surroundings—a good place for recovery and rest. And great for animal lovers! It was a lovely week. Jim and Yvonne are so kind; I felt at home. I enjoyed it very much. I loved the yoga outside and on the beach. Susanna is a very good teacher. The Tai Chi on ‘el campo’ was also very nice.Thank you for this great experience.” Greet
• At 68 Years of Age it was my First Yoga Retreat
  I could not have picked a better place to recharge myself both mentally and physically. Yvonne and Jim are very warm, enthusiastic, welcoming hosts. Susana is a delightful teacher. I loved their home and pets as well as the countryside, which is very peaceful. Phil
• An Unexpected Haven
  When I arrived, I was unsure of the location of this retreat and the fact that the accommodation was in the owners’ house, but I soon realized that once the gate was closed, this was an amazing place. You soon forgot that the retreat was in a small street with other houses. Once the gate was closed, it felt like you were in a completely different space away from everything. The views of the mountains and surroundings from the top of the house were fantastic, and there was good scope for walking, running, and even mountain biking as soon as you stepped out of the gate. Further afield, the mountains and local village were amazing. Tai Chi was great, and yoga—especially on the beach—was also fantastic. So relaxing! Yvonne and James were beautiful people who went out of their way to make me feel as though I totally belonged there and paid attention to every detail and need. When I casually mentioned that I noticed the chiming of the grandfather clock on the first night, I later realized they had turned it off without comment—so thoughtful. It felt as though I was in a totally safe place. It made me feel as though I had come home, and I was sad to leave. Debbie
• Peace and Perfect Harmony
  The Casa Sonada is a perfect sanctuary, tucked away in the mountains behind Alicante. .Jim and Yvonne have curated the most supportive yet gently challenging holistic experience. The Yoga and Tai Chi are very well delivered by qualified teachers, and the mindfulness and meditation activities are ideal for completing the circle. Every guest seems to leave with an inner calm and joy radiating from them. Make no mistake, this is bespoke holistic therapy delivered by experts in a beautiful setting at a bargain price. I would recommend it to anyone who wishes to deepen their practice, learn more about themselves, or simply de-stress. I would return in a heartbeat.” Sonya
• Idyllic
  “Yvonne and James are great hosts and very professional. The retreat is the perfect break away to practice meditation, Qi Gong, and Yoga in a lovely and quiet environment surrounded by sea and mountains. I could learn, thanks to Yvonne, the basics of Qi Gong. Susanna is a great Yoga teacher, and James organizes very helpful workshops on mindfulness. I especially enjoyed the group meditation in the meditation lodge. The place is idyllic. I highly recommend booking the Luna tent and one reflexology massage with Yvonne!” Noel