Deepen your  Yoga Practice
Mar
22
to Mar 25

Deepen your Yoga Practice

Join us for a deep dive into movement, meditation, and the why/how/what of your yoga practice. 

Designed to re-energise and re-inspire, we’ll move and feel with intention, strength, and intelligence, so that you can continue to practice in a way that nourishes all parts of you in the years to come.

Together we’ll explore twice daily yoga asana workshops; daily meditation; a 2hr theory and discussion class; time in nature with like-minded individuals; and time to yourself to reflect.

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Women's Wine & Wellness
Mar
15
to Mar 18

Women's Wine & Wellness

Take time for yourself again. Retreat, Indulge, Restore.

Join Rowie in her adopted home Nozawa onsen in Japan as she collaborates with local families and businesses on this unique Wine & Wellness Yoga Retreat. Enjoy a seamless blend of relaxation, mindful movement, and the pleasures of local farm to table cuisine with Nozawa’s finest chefs

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Nepal Trek & Retreat- Register your interest now.
Oct
17
to Nov 3

Nepal Trek & Retreat- Register your interest now.

One of the most transformational trips of your life!
Join Rowie on her third time in Nepal, running a 21 day Adventure Yoga Holiday.

Mindfully trek through the most incredible scenery, incorporating the principles of yoga into your trek; immerse yourself with the local community and culture; Relax, stretch out and take time to reflect on the whole experience after the trek in Nepals most beautiful and replenishing yoga retreat centre, just outside of Kathmandu

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Autumn Equinox retreat
Sep
22
to Sep 25

Autumn Equinox retreat

Balance, introspection, and transition.

A simple and spacious yoga retreat during the Autumn Equinox, over the long weekend in Nozawa onsen.

Energising vinyasa morning yoga, calming evening Yin Yoga, Reflective meditations, time in nature

Designed to balance effort and surrender, activity and rest, this Autumn Equinox Retreat is an invitation to cultivate balance with oneself. As nature prepares to transition from the growth of summer to the introspection of winter, we can use the practice of yoga and time in nature to align with this same rhythm. Living with the seasons.

Move, rest and reflect, harvesting all that we’ve cultivated this year and letting go of what no longer serves us— Aligning with nature and the seasons.

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Women's Wine & Wellness Retreats
Apr
28
to May 1

Women's Wine & Wellness Retreats

I’m excited to be hosting another Women’s Wine & Wellness retreat in Nozawa onsen this October

A 3 night, 4 day event facilitated by @spiritualpretzel and local business’s of Nozawa onsen

A weekend of balanced self care, indulgence and movement in nature with like minded women.
Staying in luxury accommodation @residenceyasushi Featuring Nozawa’s best restaurants & chefs ; Cheese & wine tastings; Massage treatments ; Traditional Japanese Hot springs (onsen); Yoga & Meditation with @spiritualpretzel ; and time in Nature.

**Retreat, indulge and restore in the company of great women**

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Snoga Yoga Retreat Nozawa Onsen
Apr
7
to Apr 14

Snoga Yoga Retreat Nozawa Onsen

Snow Yoga Retreat Nozawa onsen. April 7th, 2023 for 3, 5 or 7 days.

Retreat and Ride for a little or stay for a while.

Join me and the Nozawa Holidays team in the snowy mountains of Nozawa onsen this spring.

Enjoy the best of both worlds with spring sunshine, vibes and yoga at village level, and skiing/snowboarding up top.

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Ishigaki Yoga Retreat
Mar
31
to Apr 6

Ishigaki Yoga Retreat

Relax and recharge in beautiful Ishigaki. Staying in a beautifully restored traditional Japanese house, Le Lotus Bleu, just 2 minutes walk from the coral beach Shiraho, take time to slow down, defrost from winter and come back to yourself and your sense of health.

3 night or 6 night Package options; Relax for a little or recharge for a while.

Twice daily yoga with Rowie @spiritualpretzel and 2 meals included every day + an abundance of healthy snacks, fruits, tea and coffee.

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Wine & Wellness Retreat (All are welcome)
Nov
4
to Nov 7

Wine & Wellness Retreat (All are welcome)

I’m excited to be hosting another Wine & Wellness retreat in Nozawa onsen this October. All are welcome, not limited to women this time- men, women, all are welcome.

A 3 night, 4 day event facilitated by @spiritualpretzel and local business’s of Nozawa onsen

A weekend of balanced self care, indulgence and movement in nature.
Staying in luxury accommodation @residenceyasushi Featuring Nozawa’s best restaurants & chefs ; Cheese & wine tastings; Massage treatments ; Traditional Japanese Hot springs (onsen); Yoga & Meditation with @spiritualpretzel ; and time in Nature.

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Women's Wine & Wellness Retreat
Oct
14
to Oct 17

Women's Wine & Wellness Retreat

I’m excited to be hosting another Women’s Wine & Wellness retreat in Nozawa onsen this October

A 3 night, 4 day event facilitated by @spiritualpretzel and local business’s of Nozawa onsen

A weekend of balanced self care, indulgence and movement in nature with like minded women.
Staying in luxury accommodation @residenceyasushi Featuring Nozawa’s best restaurants & chefs ; Cheese & wine tastings; Massage treatments ; Traditional Japanese Hot springs (onsen); Yoga & Meditation with @spiritualpretzel ; and time in Nature.

**Retreat, indulge and restore in the company of great women**

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Autumn Equinox Retreat
Sep
23
to Sep 26

Autumn Equinox Retreat

This years Autumn Equinox retreat is your opportunity to escape into nature, and reconnect with yourself.

Expect plenty of time outdoors, taking in the incredible autumn colours and scenes; delicious vegetarian food from local restauranteurs, daily yoga; guided nature hikes, an abundance of traditional Japanese hot springs to relax in and plenty of space and time to yourself.

Private or twin share rooms and family/group apartment options available. This all inclusive retreat retreat in the mountains will have you feeling refreshed and reconnected.

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Nozawa Onsen Women's Wine & Wellness Retreat.
Mar
25
to Mar 28

Nozawa Onsen Women's Wine & Wellness Retreat.

I’m excited to announce Nozawa Onsen’s Women’s Wine & Wellness retreat.

A 3 night, 4 day event facilitated by @spiritualpretzel and local business’s of Nozawa onsen

A weekend of balanced self care, indulgence and movement in nature.
Staying in luxury accommodation @residenceyasushi Featuring Nozawa’s best restaurants & chefs ; Cheese & wine tastings; Massage treatments ; Traditional Japanese Hot springs (onsen); Yoga & Meditation with @spiritualpretzel ; and time in Nature.

**Retreat, indulge and restore in the company of great women**

When: March 25-28th 2022

Friday evening to Monday lunch.

Treat yourself to the ultimate weekend away, experiencing the best Nozawa has to offer in an intimate group setting with likeminded women.

Come on your own, or book with a friend; we have private and twin-share room options available.

Book now!

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Well Balanced in Nozawa.
Nov
12
to Nov 15

Well Balanced in Nozawa.

Autumn. Friday November 12- Monday 15th 2021. * 2night itinerary available

Join us for a weekend of balance in Nozawa Onsen. Wine & Wellness in Nozawa is a retreat open to men, women, friends and partners— a 3 night, 4 day event facilitated by @spiritualpretzel and local business’s of Nozawa Onsen.

Enjoy a weekend of movement, indulgence and time in nature.

Featuring Nozawa’s best restaurants & chefs; Daily yoga & meditation; optional run group; Cheese & wine tastings; Massage treatments; Traditional Japanese Hot springs (onsen); Meditation; Yoga; and time in Nature.

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Simple & Spacious Nozawa Onsen
Oct
29
to Nov 1

Simple & Spacious Nozawa Onsen

It’s simple, and feels spacious.

With nothing to do but relax and wind down in the natural hot springs and fresh mountain air of Nozawa Onsen, this is your antidote for the year that’s almost past.

Join me in Nozawa for a Simple & Spacious Yoga retreat. 2 night & 3 night itinerary options available. Come on your own or book with a friends.

With not much on the schedule, enjoy peaceful time to yourself in nature, daily yoga, meditation and guided nature walks, 1hr massage & traditional Japanese hot springs.

Daily, delicious & healthy vegetarian/vegan brunch and dinner on an intermittent fasting schedule (recommended but not enforced).

4pm Friday October 29th - 3pm Monday November 1st. *Optional 2night itinerary available.

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Nozawa Onsen Women's Wine & Wellness Retreat.
Oct
8
to Oct 11

Nozawa Onsen Women's Wine & Wellness Retreat.

I’m excited to announce Nozawa Onsen’s Women’s Wine & Wellness retreat.

A 3 night, 4 day event facilitated by @spiritualpretzel and local business’s of Nozawa onsen

A weekend of balanced self care, indulgence and movement in nature.
Staying in luxury accommodation @residenceyasushi Featuring Nozawa’s best restaurants & chefs ; Cheese & wine tastings; Massage treatments ; Traditional Japanese Hot springs (onsen); Yoga & Meditation with @spiritualpretzel ; and time in Nature.

**Retreat, indulge and restore in the company of great women**

When: October 8-11th th 2021

Friday evening to Monday lunch.

Treat yourself to the ultimate weekend away, experiencing the best Nozawa has to offer in an intimate group setting with likeminded women.

Come on your own, or book with a friend; we have private and twin-share room options available.

Book now!

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Womens Wine & Wellness Retreat
Jun
25
to Jun 28

Womens Wine & Wellness Retreat

I’m excited to announce the first Women’s Wine & Wellness retreat in Nozawa Onsen.

A 2 night, 3 day event facilitated by @spiritualpretzel and local business’s of Nozawa onsen

A weekend of balanced self care, indulgence and movement. Staying in the luxurious @residenceyasushi Featuring Nozawa’s best restaurants & chefs @ryokan_sakaya_nozawaonsen @hausstanton ; Cheese & wine tastings @ivynozawa led by Sommelier Denise @womenofwine ; Massage treatments @_house.of.sun ; Traditional Japanese Hot springs (onsen); Yoga & Meditation with @spiritualpretzel ; and time in Nature.

**Retreat, indulge and restore in the company of great women**

When: June 25th-27th.

Friday evening to Sunday lunch, *Option to extend an extra night into Monday afternoon.

Experience the ultimate weekend away, treating yourself to the best Nozawa has to offer in an intimate group setting.

Minimum group of 6-Invite your girlfriends .
Max group of 13-Book now!

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Japan Spring Yoga Retreat. - on hold
May
19
10:30 PM22:30

Japan Spring Yoga Retreat. - on hold

Cherry Blossom Season in Japan.

Join Rowie in Nozawaonsen- a Rural Japanese countryside village where she has been living since December 2019.
Experience the natural beauty of the mountains in spring where you’ll be blown away by the plethora of wild flowers and cherry blossoms. Enjoy beautiful sunny spring weather, Daily yoga & meditation led by Rowie, Daily private and Public Hotspring excursions. Optional day Hikes & Sup Yoga on the lake and much more.

Details to come once dame Covid relinquishes her grip on travel restrictions.
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Japan SnowYoga Adventure Holiday - on hold
Mar
8
to Mar 9

Japan SnowYoga Adventure Holiday - on hold

Join Rowie for a snow yoga retreat in the rural Japanese Village she’s been living in since December 2019.
You don’t have to love skiing/snowboarding to join in on this retreat (But if you, do then you CANNOT miss this trip with Rowie.
Nozawaonsen village has so much to offer beyond its world famous powder and terrain. Immerse yourself in Japanese culture; food; natural hotsprings (onsens) life; and enjoy daily yoga and mediation led by Rowie.
Details to come once Covid19 relinquishes its hold on travel:/

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Anglesea Surf Yoga retreat
Nov
16
to Nov 18

Anglesea Surf Yoga retreat

When life is so great you don’t need to retreat from it, you just need to celebrate it.
Join us (Rowie Geraerts, Ryan Mannix, Elly McLean) for a weekend away – an opportunity to find your flow in the ocean and on the mat.


We’ll be staying at the beautiful seaside town of Anglesea, situated on the iconic Great Ocean Road. Our days will start with meditation and end with asana. In between there’ll be more asana, surf lessons, brunch, dinner and time to relax.

What this is:

- A super chill and casual weekend away in a big, beautiful house just minutes away from Anglesea town and the main beach. - It's a yoga holiday we’ve organised for you to share with a group of friendly and relaxed, likeminded people. - Daily led yoga and meditation every morning and afternoon with Ryan and Rowie. - Brunch and dinner will be lovingly prepared for you by our Nutritionist (Elly) so you don’t have to do any cooking or cleaning. - Daily surfing (condition dependant) hosted by Swiv (he’s so cool he doesn’t have a surname).
- All activities are at your own leisure. There’s plenty of free time to do your own thing and/or join us for included group activities such morning run group.

What this isn’t: A fancy ‘exclusive' yoga retreat - we are all friends here, please.

What’s included?*
- 2 nights’ accommodation at a home in the centre of beautiful Anglesea.
- 1 – 2 group surfing lessons (condition dependant), all equipment provided.
- Delicious, healthy, vegan and gluten free brunch Sat-Sun and dinner Fri-Sat.
- Sat-Sun daily guided meditation.
- Fri-Sat 75-90 minute evening asana.
- Sat-Sun 75-90 minute morning asana.
- Good times, laughs and great chat.
*Everything is optional. This is your weekend!

What’s not included:
- Transport to Anglesea.
- Transport to surf lessons. (although carpooling between us should work)
- Beach towels.
- Sun cream.
- Yoga mat.

Sounds like Namaste/Yes please?
To secure your space the fee must be paid in full (bank transfer or cash). Tax receipt provided on request.
First in best bedded:
Note: double rooms are priced for two friends or lovers to share a big double bed.
Bedroom 1 :1 x queen + ensuite bathroom ($1050)
Bedroom 2: 1 x queen ($1000)
Bedroom 3 : 1 x queen ($1000)
Bedroom 4 : 1 x queen, 3 x single ($475 each)

Payment: Payments are to be made in FULL to the below account details. Only 10 spots available. Once you have made a payment, please message me your paid receipt and the bedding request if you have one.
Booking subject to a 50% loss of deposit once committed.
If you have any problems making payment in full, please let us know and we will do our best to help you out.Bank deposit:
NAB
Account name: Elspeth Mclean
BSB: 083 004
Account number: 57 222 4640
Check in: Friday November 15th, 4pm.
Check out: Sunday November 17th, yoga will conclude early afternoon.

About the Villa:Surrounded by a mix of nature, serenity and holiday fun. A modern, light filled home with a central in ground pool and entertaining areas, this luxury Anglesea beach house is the perfect location for our weekend of flow.
Well appointed kitchen, dining and living areas and double doors opening onto the luxury outdoor entertaining area. There is a winter warming wood fireplace in the lounge to relax by in case we get some cool November weather. Only a 5 minute walk to the Anglesea main street, a 4 minute drive to Anglesea front beach and river walks. Anglesea offers a large range of activities including Golf, Great Ocean Road, Bells Beach, Saltair Spa, Coastal walks and many great places for relaxing and coffee.

Cant wait to flow with you in Anglesea!

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75hr Advanced Teacher Training. Greece Jun'19
Jun
20
to Jun 30

75hr Advanced Teacher Training. Greece Jun'19

  • Evia Silence Retreat Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join senior Yoga teachers Rowie Geraerts, Alan Ellman and Joanna Vladescu on the coast of Greece, at Evia Silence retreat centre next summer June ‘19.

Offerings: 
10 night, 75hr Continued Education TTC. June 19-29. 
Open to yogis/yoginis who have already completed a minimum 200hr YTTC (any style)


About the teachers:
Tough, love, tough. Joanna, Rowie and Alan. 
Hailing from all different parts of the world, the trio met at Sampoorna Yoga school in India as facilitators of the internationally renowned 200 & 300hr Yoga Teacher training courses. Between them they have over 2500hrs of training and 10,000 hours of teaching experience. They combine to offer a wealth of inspiration and information that you won’t find on any other course. (Not to mention, a lot of laughs and connection)

- Joanna Vladescu is your source of authentic tough love yoga teachings & inspiration. 
Studying with ashtanga gurus such as David Swenson & Manju Jois (son of Pattabi Jois) and international teacher Noah Maze, Joanna really brings her passion for alignment and adjustment to you through her teachings. Originally from Romania, Joanna has lived in Greece most of her life. 
Her direct and authentic nature balanced with her compassionate interest in constant learning, doing and sharing will inspire your practice and teachings. 

- Alan Ellman, the most tanned irishman you’ll ever meet. He lives his life chasing the sun, his teachers and teaching-often all at the same time. Rocket & Dharma Yoga are his main influences and after training with David Kyle Alan has recently joined his team of assistants.
He spends more time balancing on his hands than on his feet. Based in East London, he is our handstand, inversion, arm balance expert.
All aboard the rocket ship, expect strong and fun teachings from Alan that lift your asana and teachings up.

- Rowie Geraerts is our Spirtual pretzel. Her compassionate and down to earth nature disguises her progressive and challenging flows in a veil of accessibility. She is passionate about Vinyasa yoga, practicing & sequencing in a way where one pose seamlessly blends into the other. In the same way, Rowies classes translate philosophies of the east in relatable and reallife language for modern yogi.
She originally hails from Melbourne Australia, traveling and pretzelling in as many places, with as many teachers as she can such as Dana Trixie Flynn (NYC), Meghan Currie and Marysia Do.
Expect to change the way you think about sequencing, discover your unique offering as a teacher and lose yourself in the flow of the practice. 

About Evia Silence Retreat Centre:
Evia Silence is one of the most beautiful and peaceful retreat centers in all of Greece. Situated right on the beach in a small traditional Greek village, you can go from savasana in the shala to floating in the crystal waters of the sea in a matter of steps. Easily accessible from Athens, just 2.5hrs by taxi or public transport. 
Accommodation along with delicious healthy brunch and dinner buffet included everyday.
There is a restaurant and bar onsite for those wanting to snack during the lunch break or end the evening with your variation of a yogi cock/mocktail.
There are local tavernas within five minutes walk of the retreat centre serving delicious local fare by the seaside.

Opportunity for private yoga and Thai massage sessions available. 

Advance your practice, discover your unique offering & refine your teaching skills.

Spend 10 days studying and practicing in one of the most beautiful shalas in Greece, under the dream team guidance of 3 inspirational and passionate yoga teachers. 
Intensive study and practice is balanced with lots of free time to absorb, reflect and digest all the knowledge shared by the teachers and your peers (and digest and absorb the delicious Greek food, sun & sea) 

Sample 75hr TTC Daily schedule: (Schedule is subject to change)
7.30am-9.30am Advanced Asana practice, Meditation/pranayama
9.30am-11am: Group Brunch.
11am-1.30pm Sequencing & Teaching methodology/Student teaching classes.
1.30-4pm Free Time.
4pm-6pm: Alignment & Adjustment/ Workshops
6.15pm-7.30pm: Evening asana/meditation.
7.30pm Group Dinner.

Example Areas of study:
-Intelligent sequencing (e.g anatomical sequencing, philosophical theming, auyverda, chakras)
-The art of hands on adjustments
-Teaching techniques and alignment
-Student teaching practice
- Advanced asana workshops.
- Daily morning Advanced Vinyasa Yoga practice
- Daily morning Meditation & pranayama
- Nightly slow flow/yin/restorative yoga.
-1/2 day June 16th.

SPACES ARE STRICTLY LIMITED. June’18 course sold out and June’19 is expected to sell out again. Please book early to avoid disappointment. 

10 nights, 75hr TTC Prices, All inclusive:
Twin share room: €1800*
Triple share room: €1600*
*Early bird discount €50 discount if booked before March 2019

Ttc all inclusive: 75hr certificate, course content and accompanying manual, 10 nights accomodation, daily brunch and dinner buffet and drinking water included.
Check in Wednesday June 19th by 4pm, Check out Saturday June 21st 11am.

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Everest Base Camp & 3 passes trek & Yoga retreat
Apr
15
to May 4

Everest Base Camp & 3 passes trek & Yoga retreat

3 week Trek in Nepal through the Himalayas, stopping by Everest Base Camp & the 3 passes.

Weekly Meditations in the lead up to the trek and 3day, 2 night yoga retreat at the end of the trek.

Strictly no princesses.
This is not a trip to tick off your bucket list but a truly amazing life experience and interaction with the land and culture of Nepal. Supporting the local communities, we will be guided by local Nepalese Sherpa LokPa whom i hiked with and befriended last June ‘17.

Be challenged and changed from this little adventure.

SOLD OUT.

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