You are invited to visit the North of Spain, the Atlantic coast of the Basque Country. Right in the magnificent biosphere of Urdaibai, we will retreat into the beautiful nature. Overlooking Laida Beach, we will practice yoga and connect to ourselves, each other and nature.

The hatha yoga practice offered is guided by a deep understanding and appreciation for the yogic philosophy as well as its being less embedded in the contemporary world. The personal boundaries of every participant will define their practice. Together we will create a safer space for exploring asana, pranayama, meditation, and self-reflection.

A retreat for real life and real people. This week isn’t an escape from the world. It’s a training ground for returning to it with grace. We’ll balance holiday and practice, rest by the ocean, and inner work that builds resilience for daily life in a time of overlapping crises. With a maximum of 12 participants, this retreat will be intimate, personal, and direct.

We will practice alignment-based Hatha Yoga, go deep into the poses, and develop a sequence for you to take home. There will always be props and options for every body. No performance. We track what’s actually supportive rather than what looks “advanced.” Expect grounding, space, and a steadiness.

Evenings are softer, slower, and stiller. Gentle flows will be accompanied by various yogic meditation techniques, mantra, and walking meditation at the beach. Looking inwards to regulate, calm down, and restore.

Four sessions will provide you with an accessible toolkit for self-development alongside social justice work. We’ll explore yoga philosophy from the margins, resilience, and dealing with change. In this retreat we aim to develop a conscious and sustainable way of facing the world. We will have sharing rounds, self-reflection exercises, and philosophy readings.

At the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, between the Atlantic Ocean and the mountains, sessions may move outdoors when the weather invites it: walking meditation on Laida’s sands during low tide, breath practice facing the waves during high tide, and plenty of quiet time at the sea. The land and sea invite us to reconnect.

Three restaurants are close by, offering the local pintxos and other culinary experiences. Additionally, the region offers a wide range of beauty to explore. Numerous walks and hikes can be taken from Laida; there are caves to explore, and the painted forest of Oma and a bird center are close by. Buses from Laida go to Gernika, Bilbao, and Lekeitio.

You will be staying in the magnificent Maison Laida. Each of the deluxe apartments faces the sea and has a double bed, a balcony, and a private bathroom. There is a private kitchen in every apartment, so you have the freedom to retreat, rest, and take care of yourself in your own rhythm. The tranquil private garden next to the beach can be used at any time.

This retreat is ideal for people who are seeking grounding practices and rest that connect inner work with the outer world and the turbulent reality we live in.

All levels of yoga practitioners are welcome. In this small group setting, we will adjust to everybody’s needs.

This retreat is LGBTQAI+ friendly. We aim to create a safer space for everybody in every body. The work is accessible, trauma-sensitive, and non-performative.

• Care, consent, and choice. You decide how deep to go, and everything is invitational.
• Community without pressure. Time together and time alone are both honored.
• Land-led rhythm. Practice times harmonize with Atlantic tides, wind, weather, and light.

• Relax deeply and reset.
• Build resilience and inner stability in a turbulent world.
• Building a daily yoga routine.
• Activate gently.

• 5 nights directly at Laida beach
• Apartment with kitchen, bathroom, balcony, large double bed and beach front
• Daily breakfast
• Two communal dinners
• 5 morning practices (90 min) — grounding, strengthening, breath-led
• 5 evening sessions (60 min) — meditation, chanting, or walking meditation by the sea
• 4 special sessions (90-120 min) dedicated to philosophy, building resilience, self-reflection and group inquiry
• Use of all the yoga equipment (mats, blocks, straps, blankets)
• Community circles and gentle guidance throughout the week
• Plenty of time for ocean dips, walks, naps, quiet wandering, journaling, or exploring the region
• Support to coordinate travel or rides, and personal recommendations for hikes, beaches, local food, or culture

• Airport pick-up
• 1-on-1 yoga sessions
• Sauna evening
• Tours around the region (Painted forest of Oma, Bird center, Gernika, Lekaitio)
• Activities at Laida beach (surf classes, canoeing)