ASHTANGA & YIN YOGA
SUMMER RETREAT
AGADIR, MOROCCO [MA]
7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS ASHTANGA & YIN YOGA RETREAT WITH BELA LIPAT & THINA CHAT
AGADIR, MOROCCO
'' If you wish to advance in any sphere, the best way is to take a retreat ''~ Pico Iyer
Deepen your practice, relax, and recharge yourself in Morocco!
ABOUT
Immerse yourself in a transformative week of Ashtanga Yoga and Yin Yoga practice in this 6 nights all inclusive retreat in enchanting Morocco. Join us for a nature and cultural immersion at a splendid Kasbah, an ecolodge nestled within the Unesco Argan Biosphere Reserve, 5km from Agadir. Start each day with meditation, pranayama, Ashtanga Mysore practice in this idyllic haven that combines modern comforts with the authentic Amazigh (Berber) heritage for an unforgettable retreat.
Enjoy delicious organic regional cuisine and ample quiet time for personal reflection. In the afternoons, lounge by the salt-treated swimming pool, go for a hike, or indulge in pure relaxation at the in-house spa. Late afternoons will alternate with Yin Yoga and Philosophy discussions and Technique/Alignment classes. Look forward to a deep dive in your yoga journey with warm days ending with lovely sunsets and starlit nights.
TEACHERS
Your teachers for the week are Bela Lipat and Thina Chat. Bela has been teaching since 1996 and is Authorized by Sharath Jois of the Sharath Yoga Center in Mysore India. Thina has been teaching since 2012 and is a certified Sivananda, Ashtanga and Yin teacher. She holds space at Yoga Fusion Shala in Ioannina where she also holds Teacher training courses and Intensives.
Bela Lipat
SYC Authorized Teacher
Asthanga Yoga Shala Jyvaskyla
Thina Chat E-RYT 500, YACEP®
Senior Teacher Trainer / Founder of Yoga Fusion Shala
Thina was into her music and performing career when she decided to move from Athens to the Netherlands in 2011. In 2012 she started studying in Yoga Vidya in the Netherlands and completed her first 2-year teacher training course in Sivananda. Followed a TTC in Ashtanga by Manju Pattabhi Jois and practices with authorized teachers Bela Lipat and Vairagya Ranko. Since 2018 she is the owner of ''Yoga Fusion Shala'' center and retreat in Ioannina, Greece, while sharing her knowledge, love for this philosophy, and her multi-year experience as a E-500RYT and YACEP educator with Yoga Alliance, through her teachers' training courses and workshops internationally...
PACKAGE INCLUDES
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6 Nights Accommodation in a room of your choice: Single, Twin Sharing, 3-4person Deluxe/ Superior/Traditional/or Standard room
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2 vegetarian meals per day (brunch and dinner)
Dinner upon arrival/ Brunch before departure. *Food is lacto-ovo vegetarian (not vegan). It means we serve cheese, eggs and milk products. The dairy products are with lactose.
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Please inform us in advance for any food allergies
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1 Group activity to the Souss Massa National Park, transportation included.
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All yoga/meditation sessions:
5 Mysore classes and 1 Led Class
5 Pranayama and Meditation morning sessions
3 Yin Yoga afternoon sessions
2 Technique/Alignment class
2 Philosophy/Q&A sessions
THE PRACTICE:
The focus of this retreat is the practice of the Ashtanga Yoga method as taught in Mysore, South India by R. Sharath Jois. Each morning begins with meditation and pranayama, followed by Mysore-style Ashtanga, where students practice at their own pace with personalized guidance and support from the teacher.
New or beginner students will be closely monitored to develop confidence to self-practice. All will receive support in developing strength and technique, while deepening their existing practice.
The week will conclude with a led Primary Series class, where the teacher guides the group through the series using the Sanskrit Vinyasa count. Afternoon sessions will include technique/alignment classes, Yin Yoga, and philosophy discussions. In addition, we will observe the practice of mouna, or Noble Silence for the mornings until brunch begins. This practice provides the essential mental space for your inner journey.
Please bring your own yoga mats and practice towels/rugs. All levels welcome!
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Note: Mysore style practice is the traditional way of learning Ashtanga (teacher to student). Mysore classes mean the student practices at their own pace and progress through the asanas as and when they are ready. The teacher will go around the class offering one-on-one attention to each student and adjust when necessary. Instruction in English and Greek.
GROUP ACTIVITY INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE:
Included in your retreat is a group trip to the Souss Massa National Park. Established in 1991 covering an area of 338 square kilometers, the park is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including endangered species such as the Northern Bald Ibis, Scimitar-Horned Oryx, Addax, Dama Gazelle, Ostrich, and Dorcas Gazelle. Depending on the schedule, the afternoon session may be cancelled.
LOCATION & ACCOMMODATIONS
Just 30 minutes from Agadir airport and two hours and 45 minutes drive from Marrakesh, your home away from home for the week is the stunning Atlas Kasbah. Offering award-winning accommodation that emphasizes sustainability and local culture the Kasbah is recognized as the best hotel for local sourcing in the 2015 World Responsible Tourism Awards, an ecolodge showcasing environmentally responsible construction using natural materials like rammed earth, tadelakt, stone, and wood, crafted by local artisans. Enjoy social connections with like-minded retreaters as well as opportunities for 'me time' as you indulge in the on-site spa—this is your invitation to restore and revive your senses!
GETTING HERE
By flight : to Agadir or Marrakesh
Car: from Marrakesh airport 2 hours 45 minutes / From Agadir airport 35 minutes
Airport pick-up available upon request
ROOMS:
The rooms of the kasbah share authenticity and naturalness thanks to noble and ecological materials such as earth and wood. The combination of ochre tones with white sabra melts in the sunlight of southern Morocco. The antique furniture, the carved wooden doors, the Tadelakt and the adobe remind the richness and the ancestral know-how of the Moroccan craft industry and sublimate the local sweetness of life. All rooms have traditional soap, black soap, plant-based shampoo and ghassoul, wifi, desk, and hairdryer.
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Twin-sharing Superior Rooms in Tower / 1 Room Available
The tower room is a beautifully appointed room with various shades of earthy colors and Berber decor. It has a double bed or two twin beds, an ensuite bathroom, a comfortable sitting area and a reversible air-conditioner. It is located on the second floor of the ecolodge, on the rooftop, and boasts a picturesque view on the argan forest from its private terrace which is equipped with deckchairs.
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Traditional Room for Twin-share / 2 Rooms Available
The traditional room has a double bed or two twin beds and offers a lovely view of the gardens of the Kasbah and the surrounding argan grove. It has a bathroom with private toilet.
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Standard Room for Twin-share or Single Occupancy / 1 Room Available
The Standard Room is a tastefully decorated room with either a double bed or two twin beds. It has a private bathroom and toilet.
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Triple-share Room in Traditional Room / 1 Room Available
The triple room is made of warm colors that allow you to get away from it all. It is located on the first floor and has a panoramic view of the argan grove and a palm grove below. It is composed of a double bed or two twin beds of your choice as well as a single bed. It has a private bathroom and toilet
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Triple/4-share in Deluxe 2 bedroom Suite / 3 Rooms Available
The Deluxe 2 Bedroom Suite accommodates up to 4 guests. It features 2 bedrooms, one with 3 twin beds and one with a double canopy bed, an ensuite bathroom, a sitting area and a reversible air-conditioner. Suitable for students who would like to share amongst friends. It is located on the first floor and offers a picturesque view on the argan forest. 3 rooms available.
WEEK SCHEDULE
Saturday, 14 June 2025
15.00 Check-in, Arrival at Atlas Kasbah
17 - 18.00 Welcome - Welcome/Opening Circle
18.30 Dinner
Sunday - Thursday, 15 - 19 June 2025
6.30 Meditation and Pranayama
7.30 Mysore Practice the rest of the week
(please finish your practice by 9.30)
9.45 Brunch and free time
Tuesday - Group Activity tour Soussa National Park
Monday/Wednesday
15.00-16.00 Philosophy/ Q&A
16 - 17.00 Technique/Alignment
17.00-18.00 Yin Yoga (Sunday/Tuesday/Thursday)
18.30 Dinner
20:00 Closing Circle (Thursday)
Friday, 20 June 2025
7 - 8:30 Led class
9.00 Brunch
11am, Check-out/ Departure
Program times may change slightly.
Please arrive on time on the first day so as not to miss the Welcome - Opening Circle.
Please arrive at the retreat center by 3pm for check-in on the 14th of June.
If you arrive earlier, we cannot ensure that your room will be ready.
First session begins on 14th June at 17.00
Last session ends on 20 June with a Led Class, then brunch at 9:00
Departure after brunch and check-out by 11noon.
PACKAGES & PRICES
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Twin-sharing Superior Rooms in Tower / 1 Room Available
1414€ + 10% VAT = 1555€ / person
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Traditional Room for Twin-share / 2 Rooms Available
1350€ + 10% VAT = 1485€ / person
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Standard Room for Twin-share / 1 Room Available
1294€ + 10% VAT = 1423€ / person
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Triple-share Room in Traditional Room / 1 Room Available
1224€ + 10% VAT = 1346€ / person
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Triple share in Deluxe 2 bedroom Suite / 2 Rooms Available
1363€ + 10% VAT = 1494€ / person
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4-person share in Deluxe 2 bedroom Suite / 1 Room Available
1259€ + 10% VAT = 1385€ / person
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Single Person in Standard Room / Available Upon Request
1610€ + 10% VAT = 1771€
*Notes:
- For solo travelers who would like to share a room, we will try to pair you with the same gender. In case there is no other solo traveler to pair with, you will have to pay for a single room.
- In case you would like to bring your family, a family suite is available with 1 double bed + 3 twin beds( 2 adults & 3 children ). It is located on the ground floor. Option to share with a loved one or travelling companion at a reduced rate is available for all room types.
- Limited room arrangements, please sign-up early to book your desired room.
- Confirmation of booking depends on receipt of your deposit.
- Deposit to hold space (non-refundable) = 350euros
- Final balance due 60 days before retreat start. Due date on April 15, 2025.
- Please read our cancellation policy in our Terms & Conditions page.
- Rooms are given in order of booking with deposit.
To book your spot, send us an email requesting which room you would like to book.
We will let you know if the room is available. Once the room is reserved with us,
to confirm your reservation, please send your deposit of 350euros to:
IBAN: FI44 1544 3000 2826 52
BIC: NDEAFIHH
Name: Maria Bela Lipat
Ashtanga Yoga Rovaniemi
After sending your deposit, please send us an email to inform us,
and we will send you your invoice.
For those who would like to bring their family or non-yoga practicing partner/friend,
most welcome! Please contact us for rates and availability.
Not Included in Retreat Package: Airfare, Additional Activities & Excursions, Baggage Fees, Trip Insurance, Tips & Gratuities, and Airport Transfers.
Our Cancellation Policy in the Terms & Conditions page can be found here:
To Register for the Retreat:
1. Send us an email to register
2. Wait for our e-mail confirmation with all payment instructions.
3. Submit your non-refundable deposit of 350€ to reserve your space.
4. Full payment must be completed by no later than April 15, 2025.
If you would like to come with your partner / family member / friend who is not going to attend yoga classes, please feel free to do so. There will be some reduction of total payment amount for this person. Please send us an email to inquire.
Please note: Consumption of alcohol and drugs are not allowed during our stay.
Cigarette smoking is allowed only in the parking lot, not in view of other students.
Looking forward to our time together in magical Morocco!