6-Day Embodied Movement Retreat in Southwest France

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310 Route de Larroque, La Commanderie, 32410 Castéra-Verduzan, France
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Up to 12 in group
Date
May 25 - 31, 2026

Retreat Highlights

  • Embodied movement practices that invite you to slow down, listen inward, and move from sensation
  • Somatic explorations to reconnect with your body as a source of wisdom and truth
  • Gentle yoga including yin, restorative, and yoga nidra to soothe the nervous system
  • Breathwork and body-led expression as portals into presence and pleasure
  • Optional journaling and reflection practices
  • Moments of stillness and silence in nature for deep integration
  • Supportive group energy that honours your individuality and need for solitude or connection
  • A spacious rhythm with plenty of time to rest, wander, and simply be
  • 100% organic, plant-based nourishing meals prepared with love
  • Access to pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and beautiful outdoor spaces

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Details of this retreat

Slow down, soften, and remember what it means to be fully alive in your body.

Embodied Movement is a spacious 6-day retreat for those longing to reconnect with their body, their senses, and the subtle richness of the present moment. Through gentle movement, deep rest, and simple rituals of attention, you'll explore what it means to be fully here — in your body, in your breath, in your life.

This is not a retreat of doing. It's an invitation to be — to feel, to listen, to move slowly enough to notice the details, to let your senses awaken and guide you home.

Throughout the week, you'll be gently guided back to yourself through somatic movement and sensory-based awareness, breathwork and body-led expression, restorative practices like Yoga Nidra, subtle rituals and moments of quiet reflection, time in nature and unstructured spaciousness, and a kind, respectful group that holds space without expectation.

You'll leave with a deeper connection to your body, breath, and inner rhythm — and a felt memory of what it's like to be truly at home in your body.

Hosted by Catja at La Commanderie, a peaceful historic estate in the Gers region of Southwest France. All meals are 100% organic, plant-based, gluten-free, and dairy-free. No prior yoga or meditation experience required.

Schedule

07:30–09:00 – Morning Practice: Somatic Movement & Breath Awareness
09:15 – Breakfast (slow and spacious start to the day)
Daytime – Optional yoga, pool, wellness, walks, rest (lunchbox at your own rhythm)
17:00–18:30 – Embodiment workshop or Deep Rest Ritual
19:00 – Dinner (shared together)
20:00–21:30 – Evening circle, ritual, or sharing session

Monday: Arrivals from 15:00, Welcome Dinner at 19:00, Welcome Circle & Yoga Nidra 20:00–21:30
Thursday: Free daytime, optional dinner out at a local restaurant (19:30)
Sunday: Lazy morning, breakfast at 09:00, check-out by 11:00
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Sal-Me, 310 Route de Larroque, La Commanderie, 32410 Castéra-Verduzan, France

Directions

La Commanderie is located in Southwest France, near Castéra-Verduzan, Gers (32410).

By plane: Nearest airports are Toulouse-Blagnac (1h20 by car) and Bordeaux-Mérignac (2h30 by car).
By car: 1 hour 20 minutes from Toulouse, 2 hours 30 minutes from Bordeaux.
By train: Nearest train stations are Auch and Agen. We are happy to help with transport recommendations and carpooling options.
Free pick-up from Auch or Condom.
Address: 310 Route de Larroque, La Commanderie, 32410 Castéra-Verduzan, France.

Contact us at catja@sal-me.com or +32476058157 for transport assistance.

Accommodation

La Commanderie offers a range of comfortable accommodation options to suit different needs and budgets: Shared Room (dorm style) – A bright, spacious room for 5–6 women, with 1 double bed and 4 single beds, and a private bathroom in-room. Shared Room (Mezzanine) – An open sleeping space with 3 single beds above the shared kitchen/living area, with shared bathroom. Curtains provide a cozy, cocoon-like atmosphere. Shared Double Room – Flexible room for 1–2 adults with either one double or two single beds, and a private bathroom. Glamping Tents – Cozy, thoughtfully furnished tents close to nature, available for single or shared occupancy. Shared sanitary facilities nearby. All accommodation includes bed linen and towels. A warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout.

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Shared Room (Dorm, 5–6 women)
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Shared Room (Mezzanine, 3 beds)
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Shared Double Room (1–2 adults)
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Solo Occupancy Double Room
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Shared Glamping Tent (2 people)
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Single Glamping Tent

Venue & Amenities

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A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
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Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
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La Commanderie is an old stone property in rural Southwest France — once belonging to the Knights Templar. Simple on purpose. Solid, unhurried, grounded.
A courtyard with an olive tree. A light-filled yoga hall. A quiet, sacred chapel. Shared rooms and glamping tents. A pool, open fields, and the gentle rhythm of rural French life nearby.
Not a luxury retreat. A place to put your phone down, breathe, and land — and remember what actually matters.

Meals

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Menu Types

100% organic, plant-based meals prepared with love. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Three meals daily: breakfast, lunchbox, and shared dinner. Thursday evening dinner at a local restaurant is included.

What's Included

  • Accommodation at La Commanderie
  • Daily program including embodied movement, gentle yoga, meditation, somatic practices, workshops, rituals, and ceremonies
  • Access to chapel, yoga hall, and outdoor spaces including the pool
  • 100% organic, plant-based meals: breakfast, lunchbox, and dinner
  • Afternoon snacks, fruit and herbal teas
  • A shared restaurant dinner on Thursday evening (included in price)
  • Use of yoga mats, blankets, and all equipment needed for practices
  • Bed linen and towels
  • A follow-up online group session after the retreat to support integration
  • Access to jacuzzi and sauna

What's Not Included

  • Travel to and from La Commanderie
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal spending

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