Deep Nourishment Retreat
10th-13th May 2024
Catalonia
retreat for people overwhelmed with stress and anxiety who want more than temporary relief
are you so drained that you’re surprised you’re still standing?
do you always put yourself last?
are anxiety, tension, or pain your frequent companions?
Join a 3-night retreat in the historical Catalan country house, just off Costa Dorada.
Disconnect from everyday life to take care of your needs and return better equipped to face daily stresses.
Experience perfect tranquility surrounded by nature.
Use gentle movement and mindfulness to release physical and emotional tension and become more resilient to stress.
This retreat IS FOR YOU, if you want to:
take care of your needs- especially if you always put yourself last
immerse yourself completely in the body-mind experience
share this experience with like-minded people
be close to nature
This retreat is NOT for you if you:
want to work on your splits or have a good workout
expect to chant oum and sit in a lotus pose
are not interested in the practice as much as simply in having a nice holiday
are looking for a five-star, luxurious venue
“From the moment you arrived to the time you left, this retreat felt like it was made just for you. Time was also of no concern; it was the perfect getaway!”
-Judy Ratnavel
Imagine you’re staying in a secluded, 18th-century farmhouse set in a green valley, surrounded by an olive tree grove. All you can see around are green hills. All you can hear is the birds singing.
Imagine you’re soaking up the Meditteranean sun chilling out in a hammock or dipping in a large pool.
And then venture out for a forest bathing session in the valley covered with pine forest and olive groves.
When your belly starts rumbling, you sit on the veranda to bite into juicy organic, seasonal vegetables drizzled with olive oil and wash it off with infusion from verbena picked up straight from the tree.
But the real value of this retreat doesn’t lie in the beauty of the venue.
Nor the quality of the food. Or the uniqueness of the location.
It’s NOT a typical Yoga Retreat!
It’s a transformative experience that will help you to cope with chronic stress and anxiety every day of your life.
Start the day with a grounding and centering practice to switch to the deep listening mode.
Find ease and lightness in your body through slow and mindful movement. Let your body do what it craves through intuitive flow.
Use your free time to experience a therapeutic Thai Yoga Massage session, have a walk in the mountains, or simply rest by the pool.
Open up your senses and feel a deep connection with nature during a Forest Bathing session in the woods surrounding the venue.
Experience the healing power of stillness. Soothe your nervous system and let go of tensions, gradually melting into the ground during evening restorative sessions by the pool.
End the day participating in the Healing Circle to share your experience in a safe environment.
“I gained a sense of peace & stillness which I can still access several weeks later, often by visualising the olive tree I explored during the forest bathing session.”
-Katharine Mooney
The tranquil, safe environment is a perfect opportunity to start observing, acknowledging, and listening to your needs:
A need for healthy boundaries.
A need for rest.
A need for self-compassion and acceptance.
A need for connection.
It’s a THERAPEUTIC work that might bring up some tears of relief. Or pure laughter of joy.
Once you KNOW what need you tend to ignore, it’s easier to address and fulfill it in your daily life.
The teacher
I’m a certified Trauma-informed Somatic Yoga teacher and a Thai Massage therapist.
Over the past 16 years, I guided hundreds of people toward a kinder, healing relationship with themselves. I specialize in dealing with anxiety and stress-related health issues.
For a large part of my life, I was searching for ways to ease physical and mental pain.
As a teenager, I suffered from anxiety. I overcame chronic pain (literally a pain in the butt) which I caused when I pushed my body into a ‘perfect yogi’ shape in the early days of teaching yoga.
It took me years to shed the layers of unhelpful patterns from my body and mind. I tried various techniques. But the METHOD remained the same.
I was reconnecting with myself.
‘‘I learned that the body is responsive to very subtle movements whose impact can linger for some time afterwards.’’
-Crispin Green
'‘‘Weronika's teaching helped me to reconnect with my body, regain my identity and contact with reality.’’
-Anna Pabisz
Retreat Schedule
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Sit down for a short moment of introspection.
Re-connect with your body during the morning poolside practice. -
Sit at the veranda for a hearty organic breakfast.
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Try a light Mediterrean lunch featuring 0-mile vegetables.
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A mindful, immersive experience in the nearby forest. Open up all your senses and connect with nature on another level.
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A slow-paced or completely still outdoor session that could include breathwork, restorative poses, or guided relaxation.
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A sumptuous vegan/vegetarian meal at the end of the day. On the last day, it’s vegen paella under the stars!
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Summary of the day. Open up and share your experiences and transformative moments. The collective healing begins here.
The retreat will begin with a welcome snack and opening of the Healing Circle around 4.00 pm on Friday and end with closing the Circle around 1.00 pm on Monday
Accommodation
You will be staying in a renovated, 18th-century traditional Catalan farmhouse (mas) surrounded by 14-hectare land.
That’s an entire valley just for our small group!
The farm is fully sustainable and totally off-grid!
The rooms are tastefully decorated, cozy and comfortable. All you need for a good night’s sleep.
All the twin rooms are located at the newly renovated, 18th-century traditional Catalan farmhouse (mas).
The en-suite triple room is located in a separate building across the courtyard.
Rooms in the farmhouse have shared bathrooms.
You can book a single room for a small supplement (limited availability).
Getting there
The nearest station to the venue is L'Ametlla de Mar. The transfer from this station to the venue and back is included in the price of the retreat.
There are direct trains to L’Ametlla de Mar from Barcelona (2h journey) and Valencia (3.5h journey).
The nearest airports are: Barcelona Reus, Barcelona El Prat and Valencia.
Planning your stay
There is a possibility to extend the stay at the venue by one night to make the most of the visit to this diverse region.
You can use this time to go for a hike in the mountains surrounding the venue, swim (or just admire) the stunning cove beaches of Costa Dorada, cycle 30 km down the defunct Zafan Valley railway line, kayak down the river Ebre, or visit the historical town of Tortosa.
The above-mentioned activities (apart from the hike) come with an extra cost.
Book an extra night in a single room + breakfast at Mas de Mingall for just €70
The price of €627 includes:
3 nights accommodation in the 18th-century, restored traditional Catalan farmhouse
3 healthy, vegan/vegetarian meals a day, starting with welcome tapas on the arrival day and ending with traditional paella on the last day
2 daily outdoor somatic movement sessions (at the pool)
1 daily guided mindfulness practice (at the pool)
forest bathing sessions in the surrounding woods and a mindful walk in the mountains
access to the large outdoor swimming pool (6 x 12 meters and 2.5 meters deep) and sunbeds
transfer to and from the venue from L'Ametlla de Mar station
(if you arrive with a recommended train)
The price does NOT include:
flights and journey to L’Ametlla de Mar station
and Thai Massage treatments (which you can book with me on-site)
You have an option to buy add-ons:
Single room supplement: €50
Extra night in a single room + breakfast: €70
FAQs
What happens after I reserve my spot?
Once you make the payment using a credit or debit card, you will receive an automated receipt by email.
Your booking will be confirmed once I receive BOTH the registration form and the payment.
What is the cancellation policy?
Mas de Mingall (Venue) and With Metta (Organiser) reserve the right to cancel the Event when there are good reasons for doing so, including force majeure, natural disasters, etc.
In case of cancellation by the Venue or Organiser, the Participants are entitled to a refund of 100% of the already paid costs OR a transfer of the funds to another Retreat at a later date.
In the above situation, the Participants are not entitled to any other form of liability or compensation for damage
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If guests are unable to travel to Mas de Mingall due to government-imposed travel restrictions, the Participants are entitled to a refund of 100% of the already paid costs OR a transferring the funds to another Retreat at a later date.
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Cancellation made by the Participant:
Please note that the early sign-up deposit is non-refundable unless the Participant finds another person to replace him/her!
- if the client cancels 30 days or more prior to the first day of the Retreat, the Organiser shall be entitled to retain the Deposit but shall refund to the Client the full amount paid by the Client to the Company (minus the Deposit)
- if cancellation is made between 30 and 15 days prior to the first day of the Retreat, the Organiser will retain the Deposit (150 euros) but the Balance shall be transferable to a future retreat with With Metta (such Retreat to be attended by the Client within 2 years).
- if the cancellation is made 14 days or less prior to the first day of the Retreat, the Organiser will retain the Fee in full and any Balance outstanding shall be payable by the Client to the Company within 7 days of the cancellation.
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By making the payment, you agree to these terms.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes, it’s possible. If you'd like to split the payment into a €150 deposit (to be paid immediately) and a balancing payment (to be paid 20 days before the event),
contact me at weronika@withmetta.eu and I will prepare a payment link for you.
Do you offer assistance in getting to L’Amettla de Mar?
Yes, I will provide you with a detailed information on how to get from the airport in Barcelona to the point of transfer, L’Amettla de Mar.
Does the venue cater for people with allergies and food intolerances?
Yes, the owners of Mas de Mingall are very accommodating. Just let me know about your diet requirements a few weeks in advance and I will pass it on.
Please note it is a vegetarian/vegan retreat and no alcohol is served throughout the entire stay.