Workshops & Retreats

Yoga retreats in the South of France, 2025

June 20 – 27th (Full week)

and

October 3rd – 6th (Weekend)

Immersing yourself in yoga for an extended period of time is one of the best ways to deepen your practice. These workshops will will include daily Mysore-style practice and afternoon classes, including Yin Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation and Yoga Nidra, as well as discussion on the theory and philosophy behind yoga and why it is such a powerful tool for life. You’ll have plenty of downtime time too, so you can explore this very beautiful area during the afternoons and evenings.

The Location

The retreats will take place in Saint Quentin La Poterie, a vibrant, picturesque village in southern France near the historic town of Uzés (between Montpellier and Nimes). The village is famous for its ceramics and was awarded the “Ville et Métiers d’Art” (Arts & Crafts City) honour by the State. Over forty ceramic studios and shops are scattered throughout the village, and there’s even a ceramics museum called Terra Viva. Saint Quentin La Poterie is just 3km from the beautiful, historic town of Uzès, with its stunning architecture, eclectic mix of shops and cafés and the wide choice of restaurants – everything from great pizza to fine dining is on offer. The area is green, tranquil and unspoilt by too much tourism, yet still offers plenty to do and see. Uzès is a town where people live and work, with its bustling Saturday market catering to the locals, not just tourists. It’s in the heart of France’s Languedoc/Provencal region, with Nimes and Avignon just 45 minutes’ drive away; Montpellier and Marseilles are also within 90 minutes by car. The Pont du Gard (built in the 1st century AD) is one of the region’s most famous tourist attractions and just 20 minutes drive away, with a beautiful spot for river swimming and kayaking en route.

The studio is a 10-minute walk from the centre of Saint Quentin La Poterie. Designed to maximize natural light and sunshine, it overlooks a large garden and patio area where students can relax after class, enjoy brunch, and swim in the salt-water pool.

Schedule for Week Retreat

Arrival Day (Friday)
1:30 pm
Welcome brunch

4:30 pm – 6 pm
Yin Yoga

Daily Schedule (except for Tuesday and Thursday – see below)
8 am – 8:30 am
Pranayama & Meditation

8:30 am – 10:30 am
Mysore class

11 am – 12 pm
Post-practice organic, vegetarian/vegan brunch

4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Yin Yoga and Yoga NIdra

Tuesday schedule
8 am – 8:30 am
Pranayama and Meditation
8:30 am – 9 :30 am
“Why we practise”: a talk on the science behind yoga and meditation practice with advice on developing a practice for life.
10 am – 11:00 am
Brunch

Thursday schedule
8 am – 8:30 am
Pranayama and Meditation
8:30 ;am – 10 :30 am
Mysore class

After brunch on Tuesday and Thursday, the day is then free for rest/relaxation/sightseeing

Departure day (Friday)

8 am – 10 am
Mysore class followed by brunch

Schedule for Weekend Retreat

Arrival Day (Friday)

1:30 pm
Welcome brunch

4:30 pm – 6 pm
Yin Yoga

Saturday & Sunday
8 am – 8:30 am
Pranayama & Meditation

8:30 am – 1030 am
Ashtanga Mysore class

11 am – 12 pm
Post-practice brunch

4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Pranayama & Yin Yoga/Yoga NIdra

Departure day (Monday)

8:30 am – 10 :30 am
Pranayama & Meditation

11 am – 12 pm
Ashtanga Mysore class followed by brunch

Getting There:

In 2025, Ryanair flights from Dublin to Nimes operate on Fridays and Mondays. The workshops are timed to facilitate travel with these flights. A taxi from Nimes airport (a 45-minute journey by car) can be arranged if necessary (group usually shares at a cost of €20 per head each way). Car hire at Nimes airport is recommended if you want to explore the area in your free time, but staying put and enjoying all the village has to offer is also a lovely way to spend a few days.

Cost & Booking:

Weekend Retreat

The cost, including full post-practice brunch, welcome and pre-departure brunch and all yoga classes, (excluding flights, transport, and accommodation) is €250 for the weekend retreat and €480 for the full week retreat.

Accommodation

There are plenty of airbnb options in the area, ranging from small studios to larger self-catering apartments. Prices are in the region of €50 to €100 per night, depending on whether you are happy to share or would prefer a private space, and also whether you would like a pool. If you are searching on airbnb look for locations within walking distance of 700, route de vallabrix, st quentin la poterie, 30700. Email hello@rionachoflynn.com if you would like some suggestions.

A €150 deposit secures your place for the Weekend Retreat (8 places only).

A €200 deposit secures your place for the Full Week Retreat (8 places only).

Full payment is due six weeks before the start date of the workshop.

To book, please email Ríonach at hello@rionachoflynn.com