Finding Your Inner Happiness
and Wellness in France
Join me in Monflanquin, France this September 10th - 15th, 2018 at Château Ladausse.
CHÂTEAU LADAUSSE is propped up on a small hill just outside the beautiful village of Monflanquin, France and surrounded by 12 acres of woods, and prairies.
Find all of the fresh air, peace, and tranquility that this magical countryside has to offer with a special wellness retreat designed for women only.
Daily activities include customized yoga, fresh artisanal meals prepared by Chef Diane, shopping at local villages, and plenty of free time*** to explore the spectacular views and grounds of this 17th century manor house.
Dhana J. Stevens, 500 RYT at Château Ladausse
DHANA J. STEVENS
METHOD
Dhana delivers precise instruction, aligning breath with fluid movement that builds through music. She encourages students to cultivate mindfulness and self-compassion on the yoga mat creating an opportunity for them to seek these qualities in their daily lives. Along with her sense of humor, she offers individualized modifications and hands-on adjustments to create a balanced and energized practice in every class.
BACKGROUND
As a professional dancer and choreographer for 15 years: with a degree in Psychology, Dhana has long been in tune with the power of the mind/body connection. After retiring to raise her family, a sudden life-altering event inspired Dhana's passion for the healing redemptive power of yoga and her return to teaching.
TRAINING
Dhana is registered with US Yoga Alliance, trained and mentored by YogaWorks faculty. She received her 500 RYT certification through YogaWorks and 50 hour certification in Yin Yoga through Yogawise.
PHILOSOPHY
“I want to share the gift of yoga; to educate my students within a compassionate, safe environment. It is my hope to create classes that allow for my students to renew and restore body, mind and soul.”
diane and eric: proprietors
After moving to Paris in 2005, Diane decided to follow her true passion with formal culinary arts training at Ecole Supérieure de Cuisine Française (Ecole Gregoire Ferrandi). She then decided to create Paris Cooking Company in 2009, working as a freelance chef - which provided lots of variety, creative outlets, and closer ties to her customers.
Eric’s love of the countryside, history and wine fits their new adventure perfectly at Château Ladausse. His enthusiasm for the outdoors has also resulted in a well-cared for property and in the creation of a beautiful vegetable garden that produces organic food that ends up in Diane’s cooking.
retreat pricing
Early Bird Discount: Register by April 30th, 2018 for the following reduced program rates:
1,590€ TTC per person for DOUBLE occupancy
1,915€ TTC per person for SINGLE occupancy
1,515€ TTC per person for TRIPLE occupancy
TTC = Taxes toutes compris = all VAT taxes are included (value added tax).
REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
To Register :
Pay 400€ deposit to register in this program and to guarantee your spot.
See payment methods below.
Full Balance Due:
Payment of the full balance due is required 10 weeks before the start of the program.
Deadline: By July 1, 2018.
To Pay: Payments are accepted by Paypal (below), wire transfer or credit card (contact us).
Click here for Euro to USD conversion. Airfare and gratuities are not included.
*All yoga classes will be customized for the retreat group.
**Journals will be provided for each guest
*** Massages, Facials and Manicure Pedicures are not included in the retreat price. Bike rentals are also available.
**** Wine and spirits not included in retreat price but will be available to all guests and added to final bill upon departure.
Daily Itinerary
Sept 9th, 2018
Independent arrivals of guests into Bordeaux. Guests to book their own accommodations at two recommended hotels (Mama Shelter & Hotel de Sèze). Cost of first night hotel stay and dinner are not included in retreat price.
DAY 1 – Sept 10th, 2018
• Pick up at guests at Mama Shelter (10am departure accompanied by Dhana & Eric).
• Lunch at Château Ladausse
• Welcome Circle and Gentle Slow Flow Yoga*
• Dinner at Ladausse prepared by chef Diane****
DAY 2 – Sept 11th, 2018
• Short morning meditation, yoga,* and first journal prompt**
• Healthy & energizing breakfast
• Lunch at Ladausse
• “Found Art” activity
• Afternoon hike with Eric
• Evening Yin Yoga
• Dinner at Ladausse
DAY 3 – Sept 12th, 2018
• Short morning meditation, 75 minute Vinyasa Flow Yoga, and third journal prompt
• Healthy & energizing breakfast
• “Herbal” hike with Eric and the release of our Found Art Projects
• Lunch at Ladausse
• Juicing lesson
• 75 minute Yin Yoga
• Dinner at Ladausse
DAY 4 – Sept 13th, 2018
• 75 minute customized Yoga and second journal prompt
• Healthy & hearty breakfast
• Visit the outdoor market in the village of Monflanquin
• Cooking lesson & lunch
• Restorative Yoga
• Relaxation until dinner
• Dinner at Ladausse
Day 5 - September 14th, 2018
• Morning meditation, Gentle Yoga, and fourth journal prompt
• Healthy & energizing breakfast
• Visit of Villeréal on market day
• Picnic
• Visit of Château Biron
• Final dinner at Ladausse
Day 6 - September 15th
• Short morning meditation and closing circle
• Healthy & hearty breakfast
• Transfer to Bordeaux. Guests will likely need to stay 1 night before international flights.