Llaés Retreat 2025
Retreat over a long-weekend in an incredible Spanish castle
Friday 4th April 2025 - Tuesday 8th April 2025.
Your Getaway to Llaés Castle
Tucked away in the breathtaking Ripollès region, between rivers, valleys, and mountains, is the 10th-century Llaés Castle that we’ll be staying in over this long-weekend. If you’re looking for a break from the rush of everyday life, abundant in natural beauty and peace, you will find it here.
The Castle has been carefully renovated to combine the charm of history with all the comforts you need for a cosy stay. The rooms are traditional yet inviting, with a spacious living room, a dining area perfect for our shared meals and a fully equipped kitchen for Dakini to create her nourishing plant-based meals. Outside, the garden and terrace are ideal spots for sipping your morning tea or unwinding as the sun sets.
There will be time to wander through the castle grounds, or explore the serene church of San Bartolomé. Whether you’re here to reflect, explore, or simply relax, Llaés Castle will offer a gateway to tranquility and inspiration as Spring’s energies are blossoming.
Come and experience a space where time slows down, and nature and history wrap you in a warm, welcoming embrace.
Read on for more information. Or if you have any questions or would like to reserve your place today, please contact us.
Accessible/Concession places available
If you are on a low income or would struggle to access this retreat due to finances, please inquire as we may be able to offer a concession space.
Sevanti and The Unity Centre believe in equality and accessibility and strive to make holistic well-being available for all.
“I’ve recently returned from the Unity retreat – what a hugely nurturing, restorative, and uplifting experience! It’s clear that Sevanti poured her heart and soul into the retreat, not only through her insightful yoga classes but also through her treatments, her knowledge of the area, connections with the locals and warm interactions with participants and staff at the retreat venue. The location, nestled below the beautiful hills of Faralya, was lovely with views down to the sea. The retreat attracted a wonderful group of people who I enjoyed spending time with but also allowed space for solitude if that’s what you needed. So many highlights! A boat trip to coves and swimming in the clear blue sea, an outdoor massage, lots of dancing and conversations with like-minded people, and time and space to dive deeper into my yoga practice. I would wholeheartedly recommend Sevanti’s retreats to anyone and hope to join the next one!” Katie, 2023 retreat at a previous destination in Faralya, Turkey
A flavour of Unity retreats
Filmed at a previous retreat location
Summary
When: Friday 4th – Tuesday 8th April 2025 (a 4 night stay)
Where: The ancient Castle of Llaés
Address: Llaés, Catalonia 17510, Spain
Yoga styles: Unity Yoga, the core of our morning classes, is a deep, meditative style of yoga – flowing, restorative and organic. There are also afternoon workshops in Unity Partner Yoga and yoga nidra, as well as Open Floor Meditative, Conscious Dance and Sacred Prayer, meditation and pranayama, restorative yoga, and partner massage.
Suitable for: everyone is welcome: all ages (teens and above), abilities, levels and backgrounds, whether individuals, couples, friends or families.
Register your interest in the Spanish retreat If you have any questions or would like to register your interest in this retreat please contact us.
About our Unity yoga retreat
The retreat is led, as in previous years, by Sevanti, the founder of Unity. You can read more about Sevanti here. Sevanti has been leading retreats across the world since 1998. Each retreat is bespoke to the group’s and individuals’ needs.
This year’s stay is full-board, with delicious and nutritious meals and snacks made fresh by Laura of Dakini Foods, our much loved retreat chef who catered the 2024 retreat to Cordoba. Step into a world of timeless elegance with a 4-night yoga retreat at a majestic 10th-century castle in Llaés, Spain. This secluded fortress, perched on a hill with sweeping views of valleys and the Pyrenees, invites you to a journey of peace and rejuvenation. Yoga sessions will be held amongst historic halls steeped in charm, blending centuries-old stonework with the tranquility of the Spanish countryside. You will enter the ideal space to unwind amongst a group of like-minded yogis, surrounded by serene courtyards, lush gardens, and an incredible ambiance steeped in history.
Excellent treatments contribute to the overall deep relaxation and guests are encouraged to enjoy as much time alone/together as they wish. The emphasis is on each feeling supported to receive whatever it is that they need that week – fun and inspiration, deep rest and rejuvenation.
The overall ambiance is very special at the castle – and we highly recommend renting a SUV type vehicle from the airport. The nearest airports are Barcelona and Girona. As public transport is limited nearby the castle, renting a vehicle will allow you to explore the beautiful natural environment surrounding the castle, giving total autonomy during your stay.
“Thanks so much to you Sevanti you have literally changed my life around and got me back on track with yoga. Gibril asked if I had booked for next year the other day and so as soon as we hear the details I will certainly try to book again.” – Sheenan
View photos of the Castle
What to expect on Unity retreats
The yoga
Our yoga classes, led by Sevanti, are for all levels of yoga experience.
Unity Yoga – We welcome the day with this 2-hour class before breakfast. Unity hatha yoga is flowing and restorative, taking you on a journey through asanas, breathing techniques, and yoga nidra (deep relaxation). The class will begin with relaxation and meditation, with specific pranayama techniques to increase vitality, relax, and clear the mind. We gently warm up the body and flow through a series of backward and forward bending, twisting, and lateral movements, inversions, balances, and standing poses.
Unity Partner Yoga™ – During your week there will be the chance to experience a Unity Partner Yoga™ workshop. This is a fun way to connect: through joint asanas, meditation, and relaxation practices we can access a sacred peace and stillness from the trust and support of another. Read more about Unity Partner Yoga™ here
Yoga nidra – On one evening at 9pm we will end the day with this deep relaxation in the warmth of the Spanish air.
Open Floor Dance
Mindful movement is a deeply restorative, invigorating, and empowering practice. There are no set steps to learn or expectations: the movement journey is inspired by tuning into our inner resources such as grounding, centering, activating and settling, and spacious awareness, to name just a few. Read more about Open Floor conscious dance here.
Workshops
In addition to yoga, you will also have the chance to experience a 90 minute afternoon workshop in acupressure massage and energy work.
Treatments
Over the retreat, Sevanti will be offering Reiki, Reiki & Crystal healing, Holistic oil massage, Deep tissue and a combination of all. There will be the opportunity to book in advance, or upon arrival if you’d like a treatment. These will be for a cost of 60 Euros.
“It lived up to every expectation & more with fabulous informative & compassionate yoga classes with Sevanti every morning. The whole week was truly uplifting, restorative, relaxing and of course fun, plus I thoroughly enjoyed meeting new wonderfully inspirational people.” – Sarah Willett
The food
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (full board) are prepared for you throughout the week by Dakini, offering fresh locally sourced, and organic food to nourish you fully. A trained yoga teacher herself, the path of Yoga also guided Dakini to a healthy lifestyle and in 2009 she started cooking for yogic and shamanic retreats in Andalusia. 
A lot of love goes into the choice of her menus. Dakini is constantly expanding her offer. She enjoys a huge variety of culinary traditions, ranging from Asian Ayurvedic-inspired cuisine to Mediterranean dishes including Italian, French, and Greek, she’s also inspired by dishes from northern countries. She uses organic and locally sourced food. She serves homemade bread and pastries, some sugar-free yet sweet.
There is a vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free version of all dishes if required. Please contact us to discuss other dietary requirements. Coffee, tea, fruit, pastries, power balls, or small snacks are provided throughout the day.
“What a fantastic week! A totally pleasant family atmosphere. Sevanti is a very knowledgeable and supportive yogini, providing guidance and encouragement throughout our practice. A deep practice, the yoga built up in difficulty as the week progressed. The partner yoga was very special indeed, as was the yoga nidra and yoga under the stars. Faralya is an idyllic location away from the tourism and the hosts very hospitable, providing totally lovely food that catered to my dietary requirements (vegan). The boat trip was fantastic; the Turkish bath was a fun soapy indulgence; and Lawrence is a very capable massage therapist. I definitely recommend the paragliding, if you dare! It’s one of the best in the world and an experience of a lifetime. All in all the holiday was very good value for money. I’ve made some wonderful memories and met some special people with whom I hope our relationships endure.” – Neil Milton, at a previous retreat destination
Schedule
Below is a sample day schedule for the retreat:
7.30am – 9.15am: Morning yoga
9.15am: Breakfast
10.30am – 12.30pm: Treatments, own time
12.30pm: Lunch time
4.30pm – 6.00pm: Afternoon workshops (e.g., restorative yoga, dance)
6.45pm: Dinner
Accessible/Concession places
If you are on a low income or would struggle to access this retreat due to finances, please inquire as we may be able to offer concessions.
Sevanti and The Unity Centre believe in equality and accessibility and strive to make holistic well-being available for all.
Cost for 2025
Early bird – £495 Available until 4th Feb
Standard – £525 after 4th Feb
If you are on a low income or would struggle to access this retreat due to finances, please inquire as we may be able to offer concessions. Sevanti and The Unity Centre believe in equality and accessibility and strive to make holistic well-being available for all.
Children
Please inquire about price for bringing children along. We have a wonderful childminder available, please get in touch for more information if you’d like to bring your children.
For those able to give more, there will be an option to pay it forward, with a solidarity payment (e.g. £20/£20/£50/ £75) to enable others to attend if on a low income.
All prices are for 4 nights full board (all meals and snacks included). These prices do not include flights, airport transfers, travel insurance, or optional extras. The single-room supplement is £100, standard price is room-sharing.
Booking
Booking is now open. Contact us today to register your interest.
Transfers
Airport transfers can be arranged, depending on the number of people traveling together. Final transfer costs will be calculated nearer the time. From the airport, we recommend renting a SUV type vehicle. Public transport is limited, and renting a vehicle will allow you to explore the beautiful natural environment surrounding the castle, giving total autonomy during your stay.
Insurance & Visa
Prices do not include travel insurance. Guests must ensure they arrange personal travel insurance and visas before departure.
Recommended Flights
More info TBA.
“I was lucky enough to win my yoga retreat. I would do it again in a heart beat and am already making plans to do it again next year. The entire experience was magical. Sevanti is one of the best yoga teachers I have the pleasure of meeting. She is thorough and she is also able to read the energy of the class perfectly. Every yoga session with her left me feeling energised and balanced. She is also incredibly knowledgeable and has many years of experience. The location was absolutely beautiful. The beach was moments away and was a daily adventure. The family who ran the retreat were the warmest and most sincere people who went above and beyond for their guests. It felt like it was a home away from home. The food was fresh and delicious. I felt very blessed to have this experience and feel rejuvenated and healed. I would like to thank everyone at Unity for the experience and cannot tell you how wonderful it was for me to be able to share the week with Sevanti and all the other wonderful people I met.” – Tessa Syme, retreat at a previous destination in Faralya, Turkey
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