Friday 12th-16th September.

4 nights Pilates and Hike Retreat in the French Alps with Laura Knowles
Chatel, France

£795/845pp twin shared/private bathroom
£200 supplement for a single room (limited availabilty).

Chatel is a beautiful village nestled within the valleys of the Porte du Soleil area in the French Alps. It's a picturesque and traditional resort, sporting panoramic views of the infamous Mont Blanc and the Dent du midi. Located in the region of Haute Savoie, and on the French border with Switzerland. Ideally placed right in the middle of the Portes du Soleil, Chatel is the gateway to a marvelous summer playground. You will never forget the miles of open spaces surrounding the meadows, from where you can head off into the middle of nowhere.

Whether you just want to relax, love to hike over mountain passes, or maybe you are a thrill seeker and even fancy trying on of the many activities on offer in the resort, we have something for everyone. With the combination of yoga to help support the activity of your choice, luxurious accommodation to relax in, sunshine to fill your days, you will feel life just couldn’t get any better.

HOLIDAY OUTLINE
Begin your day the way with a morning pilates class to warm you up ready for the day ahead. Then there’s a delicious healthy brunch, followed by one of our organised hikes, or enjoy your own time to doing whichever extra activity you desire, from biking across snow-peaked mountains, wild swimming in glacial lakes, take a dip in the local outdoor pool with views to astound you. If you just prefer to relax, the chalet has a sauna and hot tub and a lovely terrace with mountain views, there is also a fabulous spa in the village centre with thermal waters and spa treatments. Early evening we will wind down with another pilates class, followed by fabulous home cooked food. After dinner chill out in the hot tub underneath the stars then snuggle down for a well deserved and blissful sleep.

ACCOMMODATION
La Chaumiere is a luxurious mountain chalet with breathtaking views in a peaceful location in Chatel. There are all the comforts you will need to relax with the comfiest of beds, crisp linen sheets, huge soft sofas, log fires and above all a welcoming atmosphere.


THE PILATES
Laura will be your Pilates instructor on this weekend. The morning sessions will focus on energising your body helping you to stretch, lengthen and warm the body in preparation for a day of adventure! Special focus is on the legs in order to build stamina for those hill-walks or other activities. The evening class will be restorative and focus on a more gentle somatic stretch out to relax sore muscles and joints to rebalance and reset your body. The sessions will vary using small props such as a small Pilates ball and resistance band. 


THE FOOD
Enjoy delicious, healthy vegetarian food, which is an integral part of our retreats. You will need to feel looked after and nourished with all the exercise and mountain air! . The food is fresh, local and seasonal. Included are a delicious warm brunch with granola, eggs, juices and fruit, and a gourmet buffet style evening feast.

ACTIVITIES
There are plenty of activities on offer from a gentle stroll to an organised hike, mountain biking or simply relaxing in the luxurious alpine chalet with its own outdoor Jacuzzi, sauna and pretty alpine patio with stunning views or you can visit the local spa for many treatments or a swim in their lovely outdoor mountain view pool. We can also arrange an in-house massage.

 
Retreat highlights what's included
* 2 x Daily Pilates class's * A gentle hike and amazing picnic at a stunning mountain spot.
* A guided hike in the surrounding mountains
* Transfer to and from Geneva airport**
* 4 nights accommodation in luxury chalet (La Chaumiere service i.e. Molton Brown toiletries, linen, TVs in room, Wifi and en suite bathrooms)
*2 large Brunches, 2 smaller continental breakfasts, 3 healthy vegetarian buffet style meals daily. 1 evening off to enjoy one of the lovely traditional alpine restaurants. **
* Teas, coffee & fruit bowl available all day
* Afternoon Tea
* Use of Hot Tub and Sauna
* Transport to and from organised local hikes


What’s not included

* Flights (closest airport is Geneva airport, recomended flight times will be sent as soon as they are published to fit with the included transfer)
* Activities such as, SUP hire, mountain biking, paragliding, spa and more
* Holiday insurance (Essential)
* 1 evening meal out at local restaurant. * Wine that will be available to buy at the chalet *In house massage (limited spaces to fit with timetable at 60 euros for 1 hour, paid direct to therapist on weekend. * local tourist tax, around 2-3 euros pp per night

** arrival and departure times will be at a set time to suit the flights from UK. If you arrive out of these times we can help organise a transfer but it will be at your own cost, this is around 200 euro each way.

To reserve your space please fill out a booking form: https://lisavalentineyoga.co.uk/bookingform

An invoice will then follow for a £300 non-refundable deposit to confirm your place. Balance will be due 3 months in advance.

Please note, yoga mats and bricks are supplied at the Chalet, please ensure you are able to bring a small pilates ball and a long resistance bands. If you do not own these please let us know so we can arrange a set for you.