Workshops & Retreats

Yoga retreats in the South of France, 2025

October 3rd – 6th (Weekend)

(dates fo 2026 retreats will be posted in September 2025)

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 retreat 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 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

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

The cost for the October weekend, including all yoga classes, post-practice brunch, welcome and pre-departure brunch and (excluding flights and transport) is:

€485 for two people sharing a large apartment (two separate bedrooms or one bedroom and one sofa bed in large living room), kitchenette, ensuite and private outdoor patio (this option also available for three to share)

€675 for one person in large apartment with kitchenette, en suite bathroom and private outdoor patio

€420 for one person studio (with bathroom and kitchenette area – only one studio available so early booking advised for this option)

Accommodation

The lovely, characterful apartments are ideally located between the yoga studio and the village of Saint Quentin La Poterie (5 minutes’ walk from each) They are clean, comfortable and spacious, each with a kitchenette with cooker, washing machine and dishwasher and a private patio area. There is also a communal garden and pool, as well as an outdoor eating area.

A €150 deposit secures your place for the Weekend 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