Imagine yourself in one of Cornwall's most breathtaking coastal locations, staying in a beautiful villa over looking the sea.
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Each morning begins with yoga, meditation, and pranayama, followed by afternoon mixed movement playshops with guest teacher Paula, focusing on floorwork and non-linear movement to cultivate flow. Evenings offer restorative yin and yoga nidra to leave you feeling deeply relaxed.
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Nourishing meals will support your energy, with plenty of free time to explore, rest, or reflect. All practices are optional, allowing you to tailor your experience.
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With max 12 participants, this intimate retreat provides the space to fully immerse in transformative practices and experience meaningful connection.
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WHAT'S IN STORE
+ Enjoy 3 nights luxury accommodation next to Polzeath Beach, Cornwall
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+ A blend of movement, meditation and pranayama weaved together thoughtfully with the intention of cultivating fluidity and space.
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+ Soul nourishing food made with love by Hannah from Herbs & Wild ( breakfast, lunch and dinner)
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+ Afternoon Mixed Movement workshop with guest teacher, Paula
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+ Tend to your body in the state of the art Gym and tennis court facilities
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+ Invigorating dips in the sea and coastal walks to fully immerse yourself in the elements
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WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Travel, any extra activities eg, surfing, travel insurance
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THE LOCATION
Set against the stunning backdrop of Polzeath’s beach, you’ll be surrounded by nature’s reminders of calm and strength. Whether watching the waves roll in, walking along the coastline, or simply breathing in the salty air, this landscape will be our sanctuary and source of inspiration for the weekend.
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Inviting you to let go and truly immerse in a slower, more present way of being. Heaven!
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SAMPLE SCHEDULE
7:30AM LIGHT SNACK
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8:00AM 90 MIN ASANA, MEDITATION & PRANYAMA PRACTICE
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9:30AM BRUNCH,
FREE TIME, WALK, SWIM, SURF, REST
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1:30PM LUNCH
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FREE TIME,WALK, SWIM, SURF, REST
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4:00PM MIXED MOVEMENT PLAYSHOP
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6:00PM YIN YOGA MYOFASCIA RELEASE
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7:00PM DINNER
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*SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE, EVERYTHING IS OPTIONAL SO YOU CAN CREATE YOUR OWN SCHEDUAL
WHAT GUESTS THOUGHT LAST TIME
"River is an incredible yoga teacher and seeing and being with her on a retreat was even more special. She is so wonderfully unique and genuinely cared about all the tiny details. I’m still reeling from this retreat, from the food, the beautiful belly laughs from us all, and the stunning fluid flows of yoga. Thank you so much River your retreat was sublime. "
"River coordinated a magical weekend. From the moment I enquired, I felt welcomed and I knew I was making the right choice. From the venue, to the schedule, yoga classes, food and unexpected goody bag - it is clear everything was carefully researched and executed with thoughtful attention to detail. Fire circling and sauna under the stars was an unexpected highlight too! Thank you River for bringing such a wonderful coven of women together, I went home feeling full of all the good stuff :)"
River, your attention to detail and love of yoga and all things wholesome made our retreat the most wonderful and special weekend. I loved every second: our yoga and breathing practices; your perfectly chosen playlists; every beautifully prepared and nutritious meal; our camp fire, sauna and massages; getting to know everyone who attended; sharing stories and laughter; the stunning setting; our gifts (thank you!)…the list is endless! It was a magical weekend that I will reflect upon and cherish forever x
MEET YOUR FACILITATORS
River Mace- Retreat Host and Lead Teacher
River Mace has always been guided by her curiosity to explore the body in new ways, a journey shaped by movement, connection, and a deep relationship with embodiment. A foundation in gymnastics sparked an early love of physical exploration, further refined through professional training as a dancer. River’s yoga path began with traditional Hatha training in Bali, complemented by 100 hours of advanced study in Embodied Yin.
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Her teaching blends dynamic flow, embodied strength, and meditative stillness, helping students cultivate adaptability, courage, and joy. Inspired by a fully embodied approach to life, River embraces movement as a path to vitality and play, drawing connections between fluidity on the mat and freedom in life.
River’s retreats are thoughtfully curated spaces of nourishment, transformation, and connection. Her approach is welcoming to all levels, offering personalized guidance in a supportive, nurturing environment. Whether you love exploring armbalances or finding finding a sense of peace, each retreat invites participants to cultivate courage, connection, and joy—an experience designed to inspire, transform, and deeply replenish.
Paula Jankowska
Paula brings her professional background as a contemporary dancer trained at Laban. She specializes in cultivating fluidity through grounded connection with the floor, inviting you to discover movement that flows with ease and expression.
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In Paula’s workshops, you’ll learn to slide, roll, fly, and flow, exploring new ways to inhabit your body. She’ll help you expand your movement vocabulary beyond the linear, tapping into creativity and freedom of form. Her approach is an invitation to reconnect with the body’s natural, fluid state — moving from grounded stability into boundless possibility.
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THE FOOD
Herbs and Wild aims to deepen the connection between people and the food on their plate."
Hannah from Herbs & Wild will be looking cooking up a seasonal 2 course feast. Her food is vibrant and seasonal using the best local ingredients from Devon.
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The traceability of ingredients is at the heart of H&W - Sourcing what is available in the UK, grown by local farmers and foraged from nature’s pantry enables us to appreciate the changing seasons, work with ingredients at their peak in flavour and nutrient density and cultivate a more sustainable food system and local food economy.
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In other words her food is INCREDIBLE your in for a real treat!
CHOOSE YOUR ROOM
We will be staying in two exquisitely designed houses perched on an elevated position, offering unparalleled sea views across to Stepper Point and the Camel Estuary. Both houses have been meticulously designed down to the little details to leave you feeling inspired and truly cared for. Luxurious soft furnishings, warm tactile finishes, and large sections of glass bathe the interior in natural light, seamlessly merging the inside with the outside world.
Early bird pricing till 15th January.
Deposit £150, 2nd Payment due January, final payment Due 10th February 2025​​
Any questions then please send us an email on the contact form below.
Once you have paid your deposit you will be sent a registration form. By paying the deposit you agree
to River Mace Yoga T&Cs
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1 Rooms Left Early Bird £639 pp Regular Price £669pp
1 ROOM LEFT (single occupancy) Early Bird £695 Regular Price £759
1 ROOM LEFT Early Bird £759 Regular Price £830
PAST RETREATS
"I feel incredibly fortunate to have found River as my first yoga teacher. Her knowledge, patience, and genuine passion has help me so much. I can't recommend her classes enough!"
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