Autumn Yoga & Meditation Retreat

Refresh, recharge and rejuvenate with five serene nights on Tresco as island yogi Gem Hansen and guest tutor Will Harrigan lead you through meditation, yoga and breathwork to integrate mind, body and spirit. Deepen your practice and discover peace and balance through holistic health on Tresco this autumn.

Incorporating a range of yogic styles and meditative practices, the retreat promises to be simultaneously grounding and uplifting. Of course, there will also be plenty of time to soak up the natural beauty and peace of the island, whether on a peaceful cycle, wild swim, or simply watching the sunset in silence.

Gem Hansen

Based on neighbouring Bryher, Gem is thrilled to be teaching yoga on Tresco. She believes the time-honoured practice of yoga offers an establishment of inner resources to allow us to navigate life with a union of intention and grace.

Gem aims to offer her interpretation of yoga as a balancing modality in classes that offer strength and serenity. Gem is accredited with 500 hours certified by Yoga Alliance and has a dedicated daily practice.

Will Harrigan

Alongside being a qualified yoga teacher, Will's passion also extends to mindfulness and meditation practice. Based in Cornwall, he has developed a love for the islands whilst joining Gem to deliver combined yoga/meditation workshops.

He says, 'I have always advocated yoga as the remedy to all life's issues and believe in it as a vehicle for healing and transformation. It has helped me through all my challenges, and this experience is the basis of my practice.'

The price of the break is £1160 per person, based on two sharing a room, and includes:

• Five nights' bed & breakfast accommodation at The New Inn, Tresco
• Daily yoga and meditation workshops with Gem & Will
• Sound Bath with Will
• Access to the Tresco Island Spa and Tresco Abbey Garden throughout
• Bike hire for the duration of the retreat
• On-island transfers

Non-participants are welcome at a rate of £730 per person. Single occupancy rates are available on request.

A sample itinerary is below but is subject to change...

Wednesday
6:30 pm - Meet and greet at The New Inn
7:00 pm - Group dinner at The New Inn (payable locally)

Thursday
7:30 am - Silent meditation (optional)
8:00 am - Sunday Somatics with Will at The Flying Boat Studio
4:00 pm - Guided Meditation (optional)
5:00 pm - Restorative Yoga with Gem at The Flying Boat Studio

Friday
7:30 am - Silent Meditation (optional)
8:00 am - Slow and Stretchy with Will at The Flying Boat Studio
4:00 pm - Guided Meditation (optional)
5:00 pm - Yin Yoga with Gem at The Flying Boat Studio
7:00 pm - Group dinner at The Ruin Beach Cafe (payable locally)

Saturday
7:30 am - Silent Meditation (optional)
8:00 am - Slow Flow with Gem at The Flying Boat Studio
4:00 pm - Guided Meditation (optional)
5:00 pm - Sound Bath with Will at The Flying Boat Studio

Sunday
7:30 am - Silent Meditation (optional)
8:00 am - Fun Flow with Gem & Will
4:00 pm - Guided Meditation (optional)
5:00 pm - Satsang with yogi teas and Q&A
7:00 pm - Group dinner at The New Inn (payable locally)

Below is a selection of feedback from previous break participants:

'Gem and Will really are the best yoga teachers - their style, knowledge and kindness are second to none. The variety and pace of the sessions were perfect and we have so much to reflect on and take away with us- Just Incredible!'

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'I can’t thank Gem and Will enough for the wonderful experience this retreat has been for me. You are both so gifted and complement each other so well. We are grateful for the time we spent with you.'

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'Thank you both from the bottom of my heart for your warmth, generosity of spirit and candid wisdom over the past few days. Gem and Will are an inspirational and formidable team for whom I am so grateful to know.'