february 20-22 • 3 DAY • north wales

Yoga, Cold Water
&
Breath

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WHY WE CREATED THIs Retreat

Designed for wellness enthusiasts

This yoga, cold water immersion, and breath work retreat was created to offer a transformative space for those seeking to release the buildup of stress and tension from daily life. In a world that moves too fast, we wanted to provide an opportunity for people to reconnect with themselves, nature, and others. Through a carefully curated blend of yoga for stress relief, breath work for mental clarity, cold-water immersion for resilience, and nourishing plant-based meals, the retreat offers a holistic approach to healing, mental clarity, and personal growth. Designed to help you reset, this winter wellness retreat encourages you to embrace the quieter, introspective energy of the season, leaving you feeling completely revitalised.

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UNIQUE YOGA RETREATS

This yoga and cold water immersion retreat in Wales offers a unique wellness experience in a stunning location featuring a private woodland pond. Combining transformative yoga practices, guided breath work, and the healing power of cold water therapy, it helps you reset, recharge, and reconnect. The serenity of the woodland enhances the retreat’s focus on mental clarity, stress relief, and personal growth, offering a peaceful sanctuary for deep reflection and renewal. This rare combination of nature and transformative wellness practices creates a deeply immersive, holistic wellness experience.

Dates

February 20-22

February may still be winter, but the days are quietly lengthening, creating an ideal moment for introspection. Rather than hibernating, we lean into the season and whatever the weather brings. It’s a time for deeper reflection, self-care and restoration, making a February retreat the perfect reset.

ACCOMMODATION

2 luxury nights

Relax at our peaceful country estate in Denbighshire, a lovingly restored converted barn set amid rolling North Wales countryside. The accommodation blends character with modern Scandinavian comfort, offering elegant bedrooms and calming communal spaces. Indoors unwind by the fire and enjoyed relaxed communal spaces, and outside offers woodland with quiet corners perfect for reflection.

Food

All meals included

This retreat features a plant-based menu designed to support recovery, boost immunity, and nourish your body after each cold water immersion. Packed with energising and healing nutrients, it helps restore balance, reduce inflammation, and promote overall well-being. And, of course, it’s delicious, fuelling your journey to renewal with every meal. All our retreats are alcohol free.

Activities

Cold water & breath 

Dive into the healing power of nature with guided breath work and meditation in a private ancient woodland, followed by a collective group cold water immersion in the natural woodland pond. Each dip and breath draws you into nature’s energy, leaving you feeling refreshed, centred, and at peace, both within yourself and with those around you.

Activities

Yoga

Experience Dharma Yoga, a practice that blends traditional yoga with self-discovery and spiritual growth. Through postures, breath, meditation, and ethical principles, it fosters balance, peace, and alignment with your true purpose. Focused on mindfulness, compassion, and harmony, it connects body, mind, and spirit.

treatments

Massage

We offer a range of massage therapies with our in-house therapists, designed to help you unwind and deeply relax. These expert-led treatments ease tension, improve flexibility, and provide a soothing escape, leaving you feeling calm, refreshed, and rejuvenated.

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BARBARA, LIVERPOOL

Loved this retreat, Leo was an amazing yoga teacher and very inspiring. I was very apprehensive about the cold water dip in the waterfall, but with the breath work and mind reset I achieved it! 


I wanted to relax on the retreat but came away feeling both exhilarated and relaxed. I would go every month if I could.


5 x repeat guest

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CLARE, BEBBINGTON

Everything about your retreats is well planned and incredibly nurturing so it's honestly hard to say what my favourite part was!

The activities are scheduled to maximise an introspective experience within a truly safe and caring environment. The location is stunning and I loved the cold water dips even more this time. I returned home rested, and inspired to further my self practices and to incorporate more mindfulness into my daily life.


2 x repeat guest

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JON, MID WALES

This retreat greatly exceeded my expectations. Going vegan, abstaining from alcohol ("detoxing") and enjoying the company of a very friendly and enthusiastic group has certainly been refreshing and re-energising. Many thanks to Laura, Leo, Katy and Aimee for a first class yoga, gastronomic and outdoor water experience.

BARBARA, LIVERPOOL

Loved this retreat, Leo was an amazing yoga teacher and very inspiring. I was very apprehensive about the cold water dip in the waterfall, but with the breath work and mind reset I achieved it! 


I wanted to relax on the retreat but came away feeling both exhilarated and relaxed. I would go every month if I could.


5 x repeat guest

CLARE, BEBBINGTON

Everything about your retreats is well planned and incredibly nurturing so it's honestly hard to say what my favourite part was!

The activities are scheduled to maximise an introspective experience within a truly safe and caring environment. The location is stunning and I loved the cold water dips even more this time. I returned home rested, and inspired to further my self practices and to incorporate more mindfulness into my daily life.


2 x repeat guest

options

Prices

Twin - shared occupancy:

£ 745

King - shared occupancy: 

£ 745

King Ensuite - shared occupancy: 

£ 845

Twin Ensuite - shared occupancy: 

£ 845

King Ensuite - solo occupancy: 

£ 945

Prices above are per person exclusive of travel and transfers. Bookings are on a first come first served basis and are subject to our Terms & Conditions.

£250 deposit is required on booking.

Payment plans are available.

SCHEDULE

Retreat schedule

Friday: Arrivals 5pm, cake and juice, evening yoga, followed by welcome dinner.

Saturday:  Morning yoga, breakfast, woodland guided cold water immersion and meditation, lunch, massage, sound journey, cake and juice, breath work, and dinner.

Sunday:  Morning yoga, breakfast, woodland guided cold water immersion and meditation, walk and farewell lunch, departures 4pm.

EXPERIENCE + ENJOY

What’s included

  • Two nights accommodation.
  • Two guided cold water immersion, meditation, and breath work sessions.
  • Four yoga sessions.
  • One guided local walk.
  • Yoga equipment use –
    mats/blocks/props.
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner – wholesome and plant-based.
  • Unlimited fruit, organic teas, coffee, and fruit water.
  • Private access to the estates woodland and swimming pond.
  • Linen, towels, and toiletries.
  • The friendly host service of the team throughout your stay.
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INSTRUCTOR

Leo Oppenheim

Leo is a multi-disciplinary yoga instructor specialising in balance, core stability, breath work, and cold water therapy. He blends various techniques to enhance your breathing, strength, conditioning, and focus. With a natural ability to create a safe and supportive space, Leo has the power to make everyone in the room feel grounded and held.

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Still browsing or considering a retreat? Visit our FAQ’S page or contact us on 07424 410 133 and info@zestlife.co.uk

This yoga, cold water and breath retreat is in its fifth year and sold out last year, so please book early to avoid disappointment.

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