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Joie de Vivre - The Joy of Living Retreat
Gascony, France
May 12 - 17, 2026
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$3,189
Deposit: $350

About your trip

Over 6 restorative days in the rolling hills of South West France, we invite you to slow down, savor the beauty in every moment, and return to the simple joys of living.

Our carefully curated itinerary blends movement with rest, adventure and play. Expect to deepen your practice in Pilates and Yoga with a variety of classes — from Classical Pilates to Sculpt, Power Vinyasa to Yoga Nidra — all taught in small groups with plenty of personalised support.

You’ll discover practices that go beyond movement: breathwork to reset your nervous system, contrast therapy to reawaken your body, and a soul-nourishing manifestation workshop to dream bigger.

You’ll explore the richness of French countryside life through tasty meals made with local seasonal produce, a hands-on cooking class, local wine-tasting, and a nature hike. Most importantly, there will be plenty of space to rest and be free — whether that means reading by the pool, jumping on the trampoline, or enjoying an outdoor movie night with the crew.

Every part of this journey is designed to restore your body, awaken your creativity, and reconnect with yourself. We know you’ll return home from this retreat both physically STRONGER and energetically lighter, with new soul-aligned friendships and the unmistakable feeling of joie de vivre — the joy of living well. We can’t wait to share the magic of this special place with you!

What's included

5 nights' accommodation

Brunch, Snacks & Dinner

Daily Yoga Classes

Daily Pilates Classes

Contrast Therapy

Cooking Class

Manifestation Workshop

Wine Tasting

Relaxation Massage

Visit to local markets

Nature Hike

Outdoor Movie Night

Airport Transfer

What's not included

Flights

We recommend flying to Toulouse Airport

Travel Insurance

Recommended

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1. Gascony, France

Gascony, France

About your organizer

We create transformative experiences that help you feel less alone in your human journey. In a world full of chaos, our retreats offer a sanctuary where you can advance your personal growth and reconnect with the joy of being alive, through wellbeing practices, shared experiences, and travel. We hold space for the full spectrum of your human experience — joy, pain, growth, hope and healing.

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