A Different Kind of Retreat

Step away from the noise of the “doing world” and into a slower, more connected way of being - held by the stillness of the mountains, far from distractions. This secluded off-grid retreat offers space to pause and simply ‘be’, to nourish yourself and gain perspective, discover/re-align with what truly matters to you.

Live in rhythm with nature alongside a small community of like-minded souls. Explore the depths of your inner self and uncover the transformative power of self-reflection. though modalities of yoga, meditation and shadow work. Connect with nature through hiking trails, daily campfires and sleeping close to the earth.

• Reconnect with your body and breath

• Align with your personal values

• Cultivate emotional resilience and presence

• Remember who you were before the world told you who to be

You will leave with new skills that improve your well-being, a sense of emotional healing at a deep level and new friendships and authentic connections.

Unleash your adventurous soul, book now and embark on a journey of self-discovery that promises to ignite your spirit.

In the words of one of our returning retreat participants this year....

“I realised that you have given me a way bigger gift, of a lasting impact in daily life. Literally, the one initial retreat week changed my life permanently for the better.”

About us

You’ll be staying in our home — not a commercial retreat venue — and that’s exactly what makes this experience so special. Guests often say it feels like being welcomed into a family, and many choose to return again and again. We’ve both, have been practicing yoga for over 35 years and teaching for nearly 20yrs and our passion lies in personal transformation — of body, mind, and spirit — and we draw from our own unique healing journeys to guide and support you with authenticity and care.

MIKE is a deeply insightful Iyengar yoga teacher, known for his rare ability to spot where you’re holding back — whether in your body or your mind. His own healing journey following a serious climbing accident has shaped a practice grounded in patience, precision, and quiet perseverance. With a blend of skill, humour, and compassionate challenge, Mike gently guides you to move beyond fear and into greater freedom — both on the mat and within yourself.

SORAYA’S passion lies in guiding others back into their bodies — gently, intuitively, and with deep presence.Her approach is eclectic and embodied, weaving somatic and flow-based yoga with poetry, insight, and the wisdom of nature’s rhythms.Rooted in her understanding of how trauma shapes both mind and body, Soraya brings a soulful sensitivity to each session.She is also a skilled energy worker, using vibrational sound — from singing bowls to the shamanic drum — to support deep nervous system healing. With warmth and empathy, Soraya holds space in a way that feels both grounding and expansive, inviting you to come home to yourself.

Why this retreat?

we create an environment that fosters growth, empowerment, and genuine connections—an experience you will carry in your heart long after you leave the mountains.

As you journey alongside like-minded individuals, a sense of community and belonging will envelop you. Share your stories, laugh, and support one another as you navigate the winding paths of self-discovery.

The rhythms of daily life, set against the backdrop of jaw-dropping mountain views, will revolve around elements of this:

• 2 daily yoga practices (dynamic in the morning and restorative late afternoon), a total of 4 hours each day, facilitated by Soraya and Mike Farr)

• Daily times of silence

• Daily meditation practices

• Daily sharing circles

• Self-enquiry: daily journalling and  reflective processes

• Creativity & Art

• Soundbath

• Dance

• Kirtan and Song

• Being in community with like minded folks

Be welcomed into our home and way of living. You are offered the rare opportunity to live entirely off-grid, pure spring water, no electricity cables or wifi.  This environment invites deep presence, it’s a place to rediscover your spirit and your passion for life and reconnect with your core essence, unraveling the layers that make you unique. With compassionate guidance, we encourage you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and beliefs, enabling you to make positive, lasting shifts in your life.

We live in a disconnected world — always doing, always achieving.

But understanding doesn’t happen through more striving.

It happens when we pause. When we are supported. When we come back to our body, to simplicity, to ourselves.

There is plenty of space in the day to hang out in the wood-fired hot tub, nestled in the mountainside. read in a hammock, try some archery or our new cold outdoor nature shower!!Laughter usually filters out of the kitchen as folks sit around the kitchen table, helping to prepare meals (Our chef’s love sharing there passion for plant-based cooking)  Or you might be asked to help chop wood or tend the campfire whilst watching the kaleidoscope of light bathe the mountain tops.

The highlight is, however, the luxury of living simply, in nature and being nurtured by sleeping close to the earth under canvas, lulled by the chorus of crickets and the nearby gorge. Embrace the adventure, feed your soul, and embark on a transformative journey unlike any other. Book your retreat with us today and rediscover the magic hidden within you.

What You’ll Leave With

• A deeper relationship with your body and emotions

• Tools for navigating life with more presence, self-trust and emotional resilience

• A felt sense of embodied understanding that lasts beyond the retreat

• Friendships rooted in authenticity and shared experience

“I realised that you have given me a way bigger gift… a lasting impact in daily life. Literally, the one initial retreat week changed my life permanently for the better.”

— Returning Retreat Participant

Details and Cost

Location: Praz-sur-Arly, Haute-Savoie, France

Dates: 2 - 8 August / 10 - 16 August

Group Size: 12 max

Leaders: Soraya Allison & Mike Farr

Accommodations:

£910 - Glamping style canvas bell tent, with comfortable mattress, rugs, cushions, fairly lights and lantern.

£790 - Generous size Dome Tent, with a proper mattress and rug

Meals: Nourishing, vegetarian, created by our chef and prepared together.

Daily Rhythm: Silence, meditation and journalling, 2 Yoga sessions, self enquiry process, brunch, hike, hang out in the hammocks or wood fired hot tub, sharing circles, dinner, fire side convo’s or song, sleeping under the stars nestled next to the earth.

Getting to Us

Nearest Airport is Geneva, pick up an airport transfer bus (blabla bus or alpy bus) to Sallanches station. At the station take the Y83 to Praz sur Arly where we will collect you. The transfer is 2hrs through amazing mountain scenery.

Is this for you?

This retreat is for you if:

• You long for authentic connection — with yourself, others, and nature

• Desire some time out of fast paced modern life

• Looking for community with like minded soul’s

• You’re ready to meet yourself beyond the stories, labels, and roles

• You crave stillness, simplicity, and inner exploration

• You want to experience off-grid living, happy for the chance to be without electricity (we can charge phone’s but that’s it)

We intentionally keep the group small to create intimacy, safety, and depth of experience.

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