One-Week Work/Life Balance Retreat
In Denia, Spain
Your Personal Retreat in Spain
Have you attended a workshop or webinar about healthy work/life balance that had great tips but then life got in the way, and you quickly slipped into your normal (suboptimal) routine? Even if you know the benefits of meditation, taking action to form new habits is tough, especially when your plate is already overflowing!
That’s why I created a one-week Work/Life Balance Retreat in Spain – to help you move from wanting a change to making change happen now.
This retreat is specifically designed to make your new meditation habit stick. On retreat, you won’t only discover simple new tools and strategies, but you’ll IMPLEMENT them immediately. You will live your personalized routine while on retreat so you can make quick gains now and enjoy long-term results to boost your energy and re-discover your enthusiasm for life and work.
Your personalized work/life balance programme is tailored to specific areas you want to address such as:
Your Location
The City of Denia:
Denia is a historical old town that boasts 20km of natural beaches and rocky coves. The town and surrounding area is filled with history (including a castle), surrounded by mountains and nature, boasts fine cuisine and has plenty of recreational facilities. Its Mediterranean climate averages 325 sunny days per year, making it wonderful year round destination.
Helpful links about Denia:
- Trip Advisor & Spain Holidays
- Denia boasts excellent cuisine including the 3 Michelle star Quique DaCosta minutes from your door. And if you want to cook at home 1 large box of organic seasonal vegetables/fruit is included from Tera Preta
- Experience Denias micro-climate, making it a great year round destination. Make a direct comparison to your local weather
Your Accommodation:
Your home away from home includes:
- Bright 1 double bedroom with built in closets and storage, fully fitted kitchen with breakfast bar, living room, bathroom, TV, washing machine, heating and air conditioning
- 2 terraces offering sea and mountain views (wrapping around 3/4 of the flat so views from many angles)
- Communal garden and pool, your individual parking spot (and space to lock bikes)
- Office space with comfortable adjustable chair, desk, desk lamp & fast internet
- Distance from:
- 100meters from sandy beach (1 min walking)
- 4km from old town center and castle (10min drive/taxi, 15min biking/bus)
- Walking distance to shops, numerous restaurants, large grocery store, pharmacy (2 to 15min walk)
- Bus stop across the street; taxis, bike and car hire easily available
- 1 hour from both Alicante and Valencia airports
More About Your Personal Programme
Who Should Attend?
This retreat is ideal for anyone committed to making positive changes for greater work/life balance including:
- Couples or individuals
- While you’re working (virtually) from Spain or if you are enjoying a holiday break
- People with all levels of meditation experience (from complete beginners to advanced meditators)
Your Personal Retreat Offers:
- A Nourishing environment conducive for work and cultivating positive change
- A home-away from home flat which is steps away from the Mediterranean Sea and sandy beaches. You have 2 terraces so plenty of fresh air with both mountain and sea views.
- Quick access to the sea, beaches and mountains means it’s easy to incorporate nature into your retreat so you can enjoy sunset, sunrise and walking meditations outdoors.
- One-on-one or personal Guidance from Julie Smith. With 11 years of experience as a meditation teacher and 22 years of experience as a corporate leader, she understands first-hand how to find balance while working long hours in a demanding role and leading a busy life. Together we will develop your:
- Personalized meditation programme that addresses the specific changes you want to embrace and builds on your unique ‘why’ which drives you to succeed
- Personal toolkit of specific meditation techniques that are best suited to you and practical exercises that harmonise with your busy working day
- Integration of your new routine into your day. Daily 90-minute sessions with Julie to provide guidance and support and ensure that you get started, keep motivated, gain confidence and build momentum.
- Personalised continuation plan to ensure seamless transition once you’re home.
- Support after the retreat so you build on the momentum of change:
- 2 Online group meditation classes (via zoom) within 1 month of the retreat end date.
- 2 x 30 minute check-in calls within 3 months of the retreat end date
What’s Included and Price
Your Personal Retreat in Spain Includes:
- 6 nights in a nourishing environment conducive for working and cultivating positive change
- Nourishing box of local seasonal organic fruit and vegetables from Tera Preta
- Transfers from Alicante or Valencia airports to and from Denia
- Daily meditation sessions of 90 minutes (your choice of 1×90 min or 2×45 min sessions).
- Your Personalised Programme, Meditation Toolkit and Continuation Plan including:
- Menu of meditation techniques & exercise booklet
- 5 Guided meditations in mp3 format
- Support after the retreat so you build on the momentum of change:
- 2 Online group meditation classes (via zoom) within 1 month of the retreat end date.
- 2 x 30 minute check-in calls within 3 months of the retreat end date
Price
Individual:
- Standard Price – £1490
- Early Bird Price (book before 16 February) – £1340 (10% off)
- Members Price – £1190 (20% off)
Couples (with a personalized program for both people):
- Standard Price – £2490
- Early Bird Price (book before 16 February) – £2240 (10% off)
- Members Price – £1990 (20% off)
*Arrangements available for couples staying together, with only 1 person on the program
*FULL refund of your deposit for cancelations due to covid travel rule changes
*Prices only applicable September – June (July available at increased rates, August no availability)
Secure Your Place Today
Book Your Place in 3 simple steps
- Click the ‘view availability’ button (blue or yellow buttons)
- Click the start date of your retreat (it will automatically book for 1 week)
- Make your £250 deposit
Some popular dates are already taken, so do book as soon as possible to ensure you get a spot.
BOOK WITH PEACE OF MIND DESPITE COVID 19
If you must cancel due to changes in government Covid-19 travel rules, you will receive a full refund. Your accommodation adheres to all the regulations established by the Spanish Government for the duration of your stay.
What Clients Say
“I finished work on Friday afternoon feeling anxious and stressed, extremely ready for, looking forward to, and yet a tiny bit apprehensive of the weekend ahead. Arriving at the retreat location in Dorset, I immediately felt a sense of peace.
As the weekend progressed I began to feel so much more relaxed and happy and by Sunday afternoon I felt like a different person. I hadn’t realised quite how tense I had been and I left with a feeling of tranquility that lasted into my working week.
I would recommend one of Julie’s meditation retreats to anyone who needs time to themselves and wants to restore balance and a feeling of calm into their lives.” Emma Hawkins
“Like so many of us, I lead a busy and stressful life. I still clearly remember leaving the first class I attended with Julie – I didn’t think it was possible to achieve such a level of calm from meditating. I leapt at the opportunity to go with Julie for a weekend retreat.
I was stressed – getting out of the office to even get there seemed a mammoth task, and I was anxious at what the weekend had in store!
Instantly on arrival, Julie put me at ease, and the beautiful location was perfect for such a retreat. As we commenced on Friday evening, I could slowly feel the stress depart and clarity return.
Over the next two days, I was amazed at the impact of the meditations. Overall, the sense of calmness, and perspective returned and stayed with me for some time. Importantly though, I realised I was the one in charge of my own life and health, and meditating could only be a great thing that would improve it.
What I particularly enjoyed is that all the participants could move along at their own pace, and there was no pressure put on you.
Julie has been a wonderful teacher to me, understanding my concerns and needs (now I realise my concerns about meditating are often the same as everyone else’s!). She is great at explaining the concepts, and practice, and importantly is completely non-judgmental.
With her background in the corporate world, she has lived the life that many of us find so stressful. Her caring nature is much appreciated by her students, as is her wonderful sense of humour. I know that each time I see Julie I will learn something new, and be grateful I started on this journey with her.” Rating 10/10 – Jane Atkins
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Any Queries?
Please don’t hesitate to contact Julie.
