A Week of Return
This retreat is a pause — an offering of time and space to reconnect with your body, your breath, and the quiet that lives beneath the noise. Set against the raw beauty of Tenerife, it is a week to slow down, to practise with intention, and to remember what matters.
Each day is shaped by gentle rhythm: morning practice, nourishing meals, time in nature, and the freedom to simply be. There is no agenda to perform — only an invitation to arrive, fully, wherever you are.
Whether you are new to yoga or have practised for years, this retreat meets you where you are.
All that is asked is a willingness to be present.
What Awaits
7 days · Tenerife · Black Lotus & Ashtanga · Vinyasa · Pranayama
The retreat weaves together movement, stillness, and the natural world to create a deeply restorative experience.
- Morning practice — Black Lotus, Ashtanga and Vinyasa, flowing with breath and intention
- Pranayama — exploring the transformative power of breath
- Philosophy classes — the wisdom that underlies the practice
- Asana clinics — refining alignment and deepening understanding
- Nature walks — connecting with the island’s wild beauty
- Free time — for rest, journaling, or ocean swims
- Community meals — simple, seasonal, and shared
Living Slowly
The pace of the retreat is deliberately unhurried. Mornings begin with pranayama — breath practices that awaken and anchor — before moving into the structured, meditative rhythm of Black Lotus & Ashtanga. Each posture held with intention, each transition a moving meditation.
Afternoons open into spaciousness. Some days, that means wandering the ancient laurel forests of Anaga Park — one of the oldest ecosystems on Earth, alive with a stillness that mirrors the inner work of the mat. Other days, it means standing at the foot of El Teide, the great volcano at the heart of Tenerife, feeling its deep volcanic energy rise through the ground and into the body.
And some days, the retreat simply asks you to stop. To lie in the sun, to slip into the ocean, to sit with whatever arises. These are not empty days — they are often the most important ones, where the practice moves inward and something quietly shifts.
What makes this retreat special is not what is added, but what is taken away. Without the usual distractions, something essential has space to emerge — a quality of presence that stays with you long after the week ends.
A Day on Retreat
Each day follows a gentle rhythm — structured enough to hold the experience, open enough to honour rest and spontaneity. The schedule is a guide, not a rule.
Schedule may vary. Rest and free time are woven throughout each day.
Accommodation
Two beautiful houses, each with its own personality. All rooms are simple, comfortable, and designed to support rest, connection, and integration.
Casa Rosa
Tucked quietly beside the yoga hall, Casa Rosa has a stillness about it from the moment you arrive. A private sun terrace, a spacious living area, and three bedrooms create a space that feels genuinely like home — simple, warm, and designed for rest.
Two single beds · En suite bathroom
Shared Room
€1,500 per person
A calm, light-filled space shared with one other participant. Comfortable and restful, with room to breathe.
Two single beds · Shared bathroom
Shared Room
€1,500 per person
A warm twin room with a shared bathroom connecting to the double room next door — perfect for two friends travelling together.
Double bed · Shared bathroom
Double Room
€2,200
A quiet room with a double bed — ideal for a solo traveller or a couple. Shares a bathroom with the adjacent twin room.
Casa Enna
Casa Enna is the heart of Finca El Drago — a generous, expansive house with four bedrooms and a luminous 50 m² living space that opens onto breathtaking views of Mount Teide and the Atlantic at sunset.
Two single beds · Shared bathroom
Shared Room
€1,500 per person
A simple, comfortable room shared with one other participant. Restful and grounded, with easy access to the communal spaces of the house.
King size bed · Shared bathroom
King Size Room
€2,400
The most generous room of the retreat — spacious, serene, and bathed in light. Ideal for couples or those who love room to fully settle in.
Four single beds · Shared bathroom
Quadruple Room
€1,400
For those who thrive in community. A warm, convivial space shared with fellow participants — the most connected and affordable way to experience the retreat.
Who This Retreat Is For
- Anyone longing for a meaningful pause — to rest, reset, and return to themselves
- Practitioners of all levels seeking to deepen their relationship with yoga — on and off the mat
- Those curious about the philosophy and wisdom that underlies the practice, not just the postures
- Those drawn to nature, simplicity, and the power of slowing down
You don’t need to be advanced. You need to be willing.
What’s Included
Everything you need to arrive, settle in, and go deep — taken care of. So you can simply show up.
- 7 nights accommodation in Casa Rosa or Casa Enna
- All yoga sessions — Black Lotus & Ashtanga, Vinyasa, and Pranayama
- Morning and evening practice daily
- Asana clinics and philosophy classes
- Brunch and dinner daily — vegetarian and vegan, prepared with local and seasonal ingredients
- Fresh fruit, herbal teas, and light snacks throughout the day
- Welcome gift with goodies to support your practice and your stay
- Access to the practice space and all communal grounds
- Flights to Tenerife
- Travel insurance
- Extra activities — visits to El Teide, park entrance fees, surf lessons, and any experiences outside the retreat program
A non-refundable deposit of €300 secures your place. The remaining balance is due 7 days before the retreat begins.
Should your plans change, your deposit can be transferred to another retreat date or used as credit in our shop — it is never lost.
- August 9 – 16, 2025
- 7 days
- Tenerife, Canary Islands
A Quiet Yes
There is something beautiful in deciding early — in trusting the impulse before the mind has time to doubt it. For those who feel the call now, we would like to meet your readiness with a gentle gesture.
20% off
The first five souls to say yes will receive 20% off the full retreat price. A small thank you for trusting what you already know.
15% off
Book before the month turns, and we will honour your early commitment with 15% off. A little trust, returned in kind.
These gestures cannot be combined. The deeper of the two will find you naturally at checkout.
Give Yourself This Week
Sometimes the most generous thing we can do is stop. This retreat is a space to let go of doing, and to remember the quiet joy of simply being. Come as you are — with your tiredness, your curiosity, your longing for something gentler.
“Rest is not the absence of activity — it is the presence of attention.”
Book Your Place
Ready to join us? Fill in the form below and let us know which room you are interested in — we will get back to you within 48 hours to confirm availability and next steps.
From Past Retreatants
5.0 · 2 stories
“I arrived exhausted and left completely renewed. The morning practices, the silence, the sea — everything worked together. I’ve been on other retreats, but nothing like this.”
“The pace was exactly what I needed — unhurried, gentle, generous. Meals were extraordinary. The evening practice with the light changing over the ocean — I’ll never forget it.”
Common Questions
Not at all. If you feel called, you belong here. The retreat welcomes all levels — we begin with foundational practices and move deeper as the week unfolds. Whether you are new to the mat or have been practising for years, there is a place for you in this community.
Each day has its own rhythm, but the general flow looks like this:
- 08:00–10:00 Morning practice — Pranayama, Black Lotus Ashtanga and Vinyasa
- 10:00–11:00 Brunch
- 11:00–16:00 Free time — rest, ocean, or optional excursions
- 16:30–17:30 Asana clinic or philosophy class
- 17:30–19:00 Evening practice
- 19:30 Dinner
Yes — some afternoons are completely free, and certain days are designed for rest, introspection, and exploration. You might find yourself hiking through the ancient forests of Anaga Park, feeling the energy of El Teide beneath your feet, or simply lying in the sun with nowhere to be.
- Accommodation in Casa Rosa or Casa Enna
- All yoga sessions (morning and evening practice)
- Asana clinics and philosophy classes
- Brunch and dinner daily — vegetarian and vegan
- Fresh fruit and herbal teas throughout the day
- Welcome gift with goodies
Flights, travel insurance, and any extra activities outside the retreat program — such as guided visits to El Teide, park entrance fees, or surf lessons.
From Tenerife South Airport (TFS): Bus 111 or 711 to Santa Cruz (50 min), then Bus 103 or 108 to Puerto de la Cruz (40–50 min), then Bus 345 or 353 to La Orotava, Las Cuevas stop. Approx. €15.
From Tenerife North Airport (TFN): Bus 343 to Puerto de la Cruz (25 min), then Bus 345 or 353 to La Orotava, Las Cuevas stop. Approx. €15.
By taxi: From South Airport — €90–110 · From North Airport — €35–45 · From Puerto de la Cruz — €15–20
Trusted taxis: Radio Taxi Puerto de la Cruz: +34 922 384 011 · Taxi Tenerife Norte: +34 922 376 800 · Taxis La Orotava: +34 922 331 333
Before the retreat begins, we create a WhatsApp group where you can connect with fellow participants and share rides.
Pack lightly, pack consciously. August in Tenerife is warm and sunny, but the mountains and evening air can be fresh.
- Comfortable yoga practice clothes
- Lightweight layers and a windbreaker for nature walks and cooler evenings
- Sturdy walking or hiking shoes for trails in Anaga and El Teide
- Swimwear and beach towel
- Sunscreen
- Hermetic water bottle or tea cup
- Journal and pen
- Personal medications and any muscle care items you love
- Your yoga mat if it is part of your practice — we have plenty available
Towels, yoga props (blocks, bolsters, straps) are all provided.
We have mats available for everyone. If your own mat feels like an extension of your practice, bring it — whatever helps you feel most at home.
A deposit of €300 is required to secure your place. This deposit is non-refundable, but it never disappears — it can be transferred to another retreat or teacher training, or used as credit in the Brahmaki shop.
The remaining balance is fully refundable if cancelled more than 7 days before the retreat begins. Cancellations within 7 days of the start date are non-refundable.
For any questions, reach out to Elena at joy@brahmaki.com — we are always happy to help.
