Sunday 26th October 10am - 5pm

Facilitated by experienced retreat host Dr Alicia Ray
Yoga Teacher (YA 500 hr) | Consultant Clinical Psychologist | Yoga Therapist | Mindfulness Teacher | Ayurvedic Consultant in Nutrition & Lifestyle (in training)

Exclusive Day Retreat
Limited to 16 spaces

After the busyness of summer take some time this Autumn to reconnect to yourself and revitalise your health and wellbeing with a day of self-care, delicious food and wellbeing practices by the sea at The Polurrian on the Lizard. Alicia has carefully selected an itinerary of restorative and replenishing activities together with delicious food in a beautiful setting to enhance your wellbeing. Your Day Retreat includes two Yoga practices, Ayurveda and Wellbeing workshop, time by the sea, a guided walk to the beach, Yoga Nidra meditation/sound bath; delicious buffet lunch, hot drink on arrival and an indulgent cream tea at the end of the day. What a treat!

The psychology and wellbeing informed practices will encourage you to become more in tune with your body and learn more about the important mind-body connection. The Ayurveda and Wellbeing workshop will focus on ways to find balance as we transition into Autumn. Alicia will give an introduction to the doshas and some practices from Yoga & Ayurveda for encouraging connection with the universal elements. The practices will focus on enhancing feelings of calm and connection and lead you nicely into a restorative meditation and Sound Bath.

Investment: £98

Our day retreat itinerary

The Polurrian on the Lizard

10.00am Enjoy a choice of hot beverage in the beautiful lounge or terrace while you settle into our Day Retreat venue; soak up the scenery and breathe in the sea air

10.30am Introduction to the day, guiding you to consider an intention for yourself

11.00am Connect with body and breath with a grounding practice and Pranayama and a strong, slow Vinyasa Yoga practice led by Alicia. The practice will be either outside on the lawn or indoor studio, weather depending

12pm A guided Mindful walk to the beach along with a balancing Pranayama practice or take some time to relax and immerse in the scenery

1pm A delicious light vegetarian buffet lunch will be prepared by the chef at the Polurrian. We will have our own table reserved in the dining room for Day Retreat guests or you can choose to connect to the peaceful surroundings and take your lunch on the outdoor patio and enjoy the beautiful view

2.00pm Ayurveda and Wellbeing workshop

3.15m Restorative Yoga practice for you to unwind leading into a relaxing Yoga Nidra meditation and Sound Bath (indoor studio)

4.15pm An indulgent treat to complete a day of self-care – a delicious Polurrian Cornish cream tea will be the perfect accompaniment while you take your time absorbing the positive benefits of the day

What you will need to bring

• Please bring your own mat

• Bring some warm layers for the outdoor yoga/meditation sessions and suitable shoes for walking to the beach.

• You can bring a change of clothes for after the morning yoga session if you wish or feel free to lounge in your leggings all day if this is more comfortable!

The practices, including the Yoga are suitable for all with different options given. If you have any health conditions that may impact on your practice it is advisable to get in touch with the host before booking onto the Retreat Day.

This is the sixth Reconnect Yoga & Wellbeing Retreat Day hosted by Alicia Ray at the Polurrian since 2023. All previous Reconnect Yoga & Wellbeing Retreat Days have sold out so it is advisable that you book early if you want to secure your place. Please see terms and conditions for information regarding booking.