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Five Bodies Detox:
A Restorative Retreat

Reset, Restore, and Reconnect: A Retreat for Body, Mind, and Soul

Upcoming Dates:

Not currently scheduled

Experience Total Renewal Across
Every Layer of Yourself

Do you feel overwhelmed by your daily life, have inner tension, feel disconnected, or are stressed, or simply wish to deepen your knowledge and experience of natural healthy practices? This retreat is for you and open to all, regardless of your experience. Allow yourself to unwind, recharge, and discover the power of rest and detox in a supportive community.

Dive into a transformative journey designed to recharge your body, detox your whole system, and connect you more deeply with yourself in a nurturing, calming space. This holistic retreat blends physical, mental, energetic, and emotional renewal practices, offering space to unwind and realign with your natural state of balance and harmony.

During this retreat, you’ll intimately commune with nature, listening to the wisdom of the elements—earth, water, fire, and air. You’ll learn how to open to each element’s unique energy, cleanse the body and mind, and connect with yourself in new ways.

You’ll engage with the group in restorative practices from yogic traditions with a holistic approach, including Hridaya Meditation, Hatha Yoga, exploratory nature walks, conscious eating, and various purification techniques.

Experience powerful detoxification aimed at nourishing and supporting natural cleansing processes with a gentle juice fast and herbal teas, supported by yogic healing and diet discussions. You’ll be guided through practices that will help reset your nervous system, bring ease and kindness to your mind and body, and offer space to rest and heal deeply.

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Content

Join Us and Explore:
  • Hridaya Meditation and Hatha Yoga sessions
  • Pranayama techniques to promote relaxation and mental clarity
  • Detox and purification techniques
  • Yoga Nidra theory and practices
  • A gentle juice fast
  • Yogic healing
  • A healthy vegan diet
  • Maya abdominal massage therapy, self-care initiation and technique
  • Fire and cacao rituals
  • Inspiring lectures and discussions
  • Group activities
  • Nature walks
  • Journaling
  • Sauna

“The body is your temple; keep it pure and clean for the soul to reside in.”

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–B.K.S. lyengar

“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.”

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–Lao Tzu

“Yoga does not just change the way we see things; it transforms the person who sees.”

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–B.K.S. lyengar

“There is virtue in rest.”

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–Alan Cohen
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Workshop Leader(s)

Stephen Malone

Rossana Salso

Originally from Ireland, Stephen has embraced a journey of exploration and self-discovery since his late teens. His love for people and places has led him all over the world, including walking the Camino de Santiago (a pilgrimage across Spain)—a transformative experience that changed his life. With a longing for guidance on the spiritual path, he started a daily practice of...

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Originally from Brazil with Italian roots, Rossana has always felt deeply connected to the Heart. Her journey back home began at a young age with a strong devotional calling, trust in life, and gratitude for whatever life offered. A compassionate, nurturing woman and mother, she also expresses her creative side as a photographer, capturing the perfect moment through...

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Schedule

08:00-08:30
Meditation
08:30-09:30
Breakfast
09:30-12:30
Morning session
13:00-15:00
Lunch and break
15:00-18:00
Afternoon session
18:30-19:30
Dinner
19:30-20:30
Evening session
20:30-22:00
Rest or optional activities
22:00
Mauna (noble silence)

Schedule subject to change.

Pricing and Practical Information

Workshop – Pricing and Practical Information | In person

Location

Longeval, France

Language

English

Workshop Leader(s)

Stephen Malone and Rossana Salso

Please Note:

  • This retreat is open to all. No previous yoga or meditation experience is required.
  • The course begins the morning after the date of arrival and ends the evening before departure. Check-in is available from 14:00 on arrival day.
  • Required items: As you’ll join us for nature walks and journaling, shoes suitable for walking in the forest, a rain jacket, warm clothes, a water bottle, and a notebook are required.
  • Please read our Payment, Refund, and Amendment Guidelines before booking.
  • For more information about our center, including how to get to Longeval, please visit this page.
  • As a non-profit, Hridaya keeps prices low to ensure accessibility. If the costs still exceed your budget, you are welcome to apply for the low-income discount.
Annual Membership Fee

A €10 fee will be charged if you are joining Hridaya France for the first time or if your annual membership has expired.

Tuition

€300 per person

Food & Accommodation

Food and accommodation costs are supplemental to the tuition fee. You may choose from available accommodation options or stay off-site. We request that all guests have at least one meal per day in our vegan dining room.

Dates and Registration

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Did You Know?
Our profound Hridaya Silent Meditation Retreats are offered every month.
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Did You Know?
Our profound Hridaya Silent Meditation Retreats are offered every month.
Check out our calendar to see if you can join us.
Did You Know?
Our beloved Hridaya Hatha Yoga Modules usually start the week after workshops end.
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Did You Know?
Our beloved Hridaya Hatha Yoga Modules usually start the week after workshops end.
You can join Module 1 by the week! Visit our calendar to see if you can extend your stay.
Did You Know?
We have many online resources to help you deepen your practice, including articles, a free Hridaya Hatha Yoga app, and more.
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Did You Know?
We have many online resources to help you deepen your practice, including articles, a free Hridaya Hatha Yoga app, and more.
Explore our online offerings.

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