REVIVING RETREATS
Reader's Digest UK|January 2020
With the masses exclaiming, “New Year, new me” and promising dramatic changes, taking a calmer approach might actually be the best way forward. Put less pressure on yourself and invest in a little me-time with these outstanding retreats
Jessica Lone Summers
REVIVING RETREATS

Eco Yoga ARGYLL SCOTLAND

This year prophesies an even bigger jump towards being environmentally friendly. Anyone wishing to holiday without the carbon footprint should seriously consider retreating to EcoYoga in the dazzling Scottish countryside. You’ll be engrossed from the start with the numerous yoga choices; receiving tutelage on everything from Ashtanga to Yin and Hatha Yoga.

Says owner Nick Loening, “EcoYoga is a 100 per cent renewably-powered yoga retreat centre. We have a genuine commitment to sustainability and deeply care for our guests. It’s a wonderful getaway. A place to soak away your stresses, invest in yourself and rejuvenate completely.”

After educating your body and mind, depart to the spa dome, Japanese hot tub and outdoor bathing spot where— no matter the weather—you’ll be unswervingly tempted to take a warm dip. ecoyoga.org

FitAgain

DORSET

What could be more in keeping with your New Year’s resolutions than a retreat that boosts your exercise regime, endorphins and mental health? Located in picturesque West Dorset, FitAgain is run by a wife and husband duo with a combined service of 38 years in the Royal Navy, who now focus on nutrition, adventure-filled exercise and motivational speaking to keep their guests’ minds and bodies alert.

Says co-founder Lucy Watkinson, “The retreat gives people a toolbox of emotional skills as well learning the correct form and techniques surrounding fitness, such as: HITT sessions, hiking, wild swims, yoga, reflexology and much more. We truly care about the people who come to us so we give them as much help as we can post-retreat. We want to continue their goals when they’re back in their normal hectic day to day lives, using ongoing three-month support through our FitAgain app.” fitagain.co.uk/retreat

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