Discover our hidden gem of a retreat venue
Residing on the rugged Moroccan coastline, just outside of Taghazout, Villa Mandala boasts a lush garden, relaxing living areas, plunge pool, and yoga shala.
Mandala’s spacious, Berber-style living area looks out onto the pool and Banana beach. It’s the ideal place to read and relax after a long day in the sun and surf or spend blissful evenings accompanied by exquisite food and great company.
The pool on Villa Mandala’s front terrace looks out over the ocean and is perfect for a refreshing dip between sunbathing or after a day at the beach.
Accommodation
Villa Mandala has nine tranquil bedrooms that come in a variety of themes.
Seven rooms are en suite with shower rooms and toilets with the other two rooms sharing a large bathroom upstairs. there’s a further bathroom downstairs.
All rooms come with a fan, Shampoo, Towels and Moroccan hammam olive soap
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THE YOGA SHALA
The Yoga Shala, high on the villa’s rooftop, is surrounded by fantastic views of the beach, ocean, and mountain.
The shala’s wooden finish throughout and surrounding glass doors allow it to be enjoyed both as an impressive indoor studio or an open-air space for an unforgettable yoga practice.
The shala is fully equipped with yoga mats, blocks, straps, bolsters, blankets, sandbags & lavender eye bags.
Who’s this Yoga Retreat For? :
Yoga Beginners
Calling all aspiring yogis and those curious about the transformative power of Ashtanga yoga!
Our Retreat Offers You The Perfect Opportunity To Dive Into Ashtanga Yoga Under The Guidance Of Not One, But Two Experienced And Passionate Teachers.
Starting A New Yoga Practice Can Be Both Exciting And Daunting,
But A Retreat Is A Perfect Opportunity To Begin Your Ashtanga Practice Because Not Only Will You Practice Every Day But You’ll Also Meet Other Yoga Practitioners And Become Part Of Our Friendly And Supportive Community.
Your First Practice Will Be A Personalised Introduction To Ashtanga Yoga. Under Our Watchful Eyes, You’ll Be Gently Guided Through Each Asana, Or Yoga Shape, As You Learn To Synchronize Breath With Movement.
Ashtanga Yoga Is More Than Just A Physical Practice; It Is An Opportunity To Cultivate Mindfulness And Tap Into The Inner Stillness That Resides Within Each Of Us.
We’ll Create A Supportive And Non-Judgmental Environment And Tailor The Practice To Meet Your Individual Needs, Ensuring That You Feel Comfortable And Empowered Throughout Your Journey.
Experienced Ashtangis
Are You Seeking A Chance To Immerse Yourself In Your Ashtanga Practice Without The Interruptions Of Daily Life? Look No Further! Our Ashtanga Retreat Is The Perfect Opportunity To Spend A Week Focusing On Yourself And Your Yoga Practice Under The Careful Observation And Guidance Of Lauren And Cathy, Two Experienced Level 2 Authorized Teachers.
As L2 Authorised Teachers We Bring A Wealth Of Knowledge And Experience To The Retreat, Ensuring You Receive Personalized Attention And Guidance Throughout The Week, Offering You Valuable Insights To Enhance Your Practice.
Additionally, The Retreat Will Provide Plenty Of Time For Exploration And Relaxation. You’ll Have The Opportunity To Connect With Like-Minded Individuals Who Share Your Passion For Ashtanga, In A Supportive Community Atmosphere. Many Of Our Retreat Guests Return Year After Year!
This year we’re heading to Surf Maroc so on top of an in-depth dive into Ashtanga, you can expect amazing waves, delicious food, great weather and beautiful accommodation.
Whether you fancy surfing, prefer to chill on the beach or want to explore the local area, this retreat has something for everyone.
YOUR RETREAT HOSTS
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Lauren Munday, Retreat Yoga Teacher
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Cathy Moran, Retreat Yoga Teacher
2023 Retreat Guest Testimonial
“Lauren and Cathy’s Ashtanga retreats are legendary! Based at beautiful locations, extremely welcoming and inclusive and a wonderful way to reset and focus on your yoga practice, whilst escaping everyday life. Highly recommended for those who are new to yoga or for a more experienced Ashtangi – authorised practitioners Lauren and Cathy bring so much knowledge and advice to support and advance your Mysore self-practice. Incredible food and great company adds so much more to the entire experience.”
2023 Retreat Guest Testimonial
“Cathy and Lauren’s retreat is a wonderful opportunity to practice with two experienced teachers in a relaxed and friendly environment. Lots of optional excursions available and healthy, creative, nutritious vegetarian meals”.
About Yoga on your Retreat
Lauren and Cathy have been running retreats together for 8 years. We are both authorised L2 Ashtanga Yoga teachers who have more than 30 years of yoga teaching experience combined.
This is the second time we’ve hosted a retreat at Villa Mandala. It’s a beautiful location and perfectly organised, plus the food is delicious!
Our aim on retreat is to share this knowledge with you whilst providing encouragement and good humour so you can develop your practice whilst also having a great time.
You’ll Start Your Mornings Feeling Grounded And Centred With Meditation And Pranayama Practice.
The Morning Mysore Practice Will Be An Opportunity To Deepen Your Ashtanga Practice In An Informal, Practical And Enriching EnvironmentThe Afternoon Workshops Will Serve Two Purposes:
- They Will Be A Chance For More In-Depth Learning As We Focus On Specific Aspects Of The Ashtanga Yoga Practice.
- They Will Also Be An Opportunity For Rest And Recharging As You Experience The Profoundly Relaxing Practices Of Restorative Yoga And Yoga Nidra.
ABOUT THE FOOD
Our chef will prepare delicious vegetarian dishes making use of local seasonal ingredients. The menus reflect a blend of Moroccan and international influences.
Brunch and dinner will be served at communal tables on the terrace, which offers stunning ocean views.
Packed lunches can be taken away to enjoy at the beach and daily afternoon tea and cake is another highlight, ensuring you won’t go hungry.
Every evening during our stay, we will dine at the Villa, except for Thursday, the chef’s night off. On that evening, we will take a trip into town or dine at one of Surf Maroc’s sister hotels.
Retreat Schedule
Before coming on retreat there are often questions about the timetable. Here’s a rough idea of what will take place on a typical day:
8.00 am – Pranayama and Meditation Practice
8.30 am – Mysore Ashtanga Guided Self Practice (beginners intro for those new to ashtanga)
10.30 am – Brunch
3.00 pm – Afternoon snack of local fruits and nuts
5.00 pm – Afternoon workshop (3 per week)
7.30 pm – Dinner
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Your Investment
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom): One Left!!
£1065 per person (bathroom shared with one other room)
Single Occupancy £1365
Twin Room Ensuite: – One Left!!
£1,165 per person (based on two sharing)
Double occupancy only
What’s included:
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7 nights accommodation
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6 Daily morning Mysore Ashtanga and Meditation Practice
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3 Afternoon workshops
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6 Evening meals, 6 brunches, 6 packed lunches & Daily Afternoon cake – All food will be vegetarian with plant-based options.
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Group Transfers from/to Agadir airport
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Unlimited Fresh Spring water, a selection of tea and coffee
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Towels (x 2) and linen change, once during the week
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Grippy Yoga mat Towel
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Fibre Optic Wifi throughout the Villa
What’s not included:
Excursions and Surf lessons/packages
Meals outside of the venue including the Thursday evening meal.
The closest airport is Agadir (a 40-minute drive)
Transfer Information:
Group transfers from/To Agadir Airport are included in the price. Please let me know your flight details so I can make the arrangements
