Our themed retreats (7 days)
We offer ten different themed retreats, organized in small groups of 4 to 6 participants in order to ensure individual attention, human connection, personalised support, group interaction and open dialogue.
Naturopathic Fundamentals of Nutrition and Detox
Acid-Base and Catabolic Balance
Yoga Therapy and Reflexo-Meditation
Self-Discovery through Mental Detox
Self-Discovery through Biodecoding
Reconstructive Writing Therapy
Detox and Hiking
Detox and Nordic Hike
Sophrology and Hike-Detox
Khórostherapy and Music Therapy
Nutrition, Detox, and Catabolic Balance
The goal of these workshops is to learn how to proactively manage our own health.
We explore the collective experience of numerous European and American vitalist therapists and naturopaths, enriched by contemporary research and our own hands-on experience.
However, nutritional theories remain on paper whereas wisdom comes through practice—after all, practice makes perfect.
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Yogatherapy and Reflexo-Meditation
Yogatherapy draws on an ancestral practice that improves flexibility, blood and lymphatic circulation, breathing, endorphin production, physical-mental balance and concentration.
Our sessions combine Hatha Yoga and Ruessi Dat Ton, an ancient ascetic practice of Thai Buddhist sages used to enhance health. This Thai Yoga is a gentle exercise for joint strengthening designed to release physical tension and muscle stiffness. Much like Hatha Yoga asanas, Ruessi Dat Ton movements include self-massage on various body organs to stimulate Chi, our body's vital energy.
Reflexo-meditation combines various meditation techniques with reflexology to ease you into meditative practice.
Self-Discovery through Biodecoding / Mental Detox
These workshops reflect teachings from both western and Buddhist philosophy alongside contemporary psychology introducing you to the principles of biodecoding.
Each session serves as a powerful circle therapy to restore balance and awaken our consciousness, in order to discover aspects of mental wellbeing together through active group interaction.
Reconstructive Writing Therapy
We explore therapeutic energy-releasing writing, which holds a power far beyond fleeting words: it leaves an indelible mark on our minds and a lasting impression on our psyche.
These workshops offer a direct bridge to our subconscious. We produce living text that reflects us like a mirror. We lighten the mental load and clear the mind—an exercise in assertiveness and self-reconstruction that sparks unexpected transformations, restoring your power to evolve and thrive.
Detox and Hiking / Nordic Hike
A hiking paradise par excellence, the Cantal region invites you to explore Europe’s largest volcano with its ridges, high plateaus, secluded stone huts (burons) and vast open horizons.
Nordic hike is a full-body exercise that engages nearly 80% to 90% of your muscles. Its main benefits include full-body shaping, cardiovascular improvement and joint protection.
Set in the heart of Cézallier, this retreat offers beautiful mid-mountain hikes for an unforgettable experience.
Khórostherapy
Discover the energy of ancestral Khóros connecting us to nature, our roots, and to one another: a circle dance that awakens vital momentum, regenerating and energizing body and mind. Reconnect with the essence of movement and feel revitalized, as the circle promotes energy flow and rhythm reconciliation through simple repetitive steps. It grounds us in the present moment through active mindful movement, inviting deep serenity.
Khóros is a rebirth of your inner child and its capacity for wonder. Align your inner energy with that of the circle, tap into your deepest essence, and enjoy a sense of unity and non-judgmental self-acceptance, with humour and grace if your steps go a little bit sideways..!
Music Therapy
Explore the vibration of your vocal cords to rebalance your inner Self and tune into your true nature. Expressive singing releases emotional blockages and tension, making it easier to let go.
Vibrations in the chest cavity elevate your vibrational frequency and vital energy, actively supporting the body’s detoxification process.
Unlocking your musical potential brings a wonderful transformation to your daily life.
Our retreats include:
Accommodation at the Manoir de la Maillonchère (classified Historic Home of four-star rating at Gîtes de France) in Saint-Bonnet-de-Condat, nestled in a preserved, lush setting in the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Natural Park.
Personalised support throughout the detoxification process for the duration of the retreat, as well as afterwards through two free phone sessions whenever both parties are available.
Group guidance for daily hikes and facilitating themed workshops.
A course handbook with contents detailing the theme of each retreat to integrate into your daily life for personal growth.
24/7 on-site presence of your host and coach, available whenever needed outside workshop hours.
Lunch and dinner meals prepared with organic, locally sourced ingredients (whenever possible), along with unlimited organic herbal teas (with organic lemon and raw honey).
One complimentary Reflexotherapy session.
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