Women's Art Yoga Massage Retreat France-Awaken your Creative Soul - France
Women's Art Yoga Massage Retreat France-Awaken your Creative Soul - France
2 La Pruneraie, Saint-James, France
Up to 8 in group
Jun 6 - 9, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Pause, Breathe, Connect, Create - A 4-Day Women’s Creativity Retreat in the French Countryside - Celebrate life with art
- Creative Freedom - When I let go of my need for perfectionism, I loved being creative just for the sake of being creative. Embrace, play, and explore your creativity. No prior art experience is required
- Thoughtfully guided art workshops—clay, painting, self-portraits, and more.
- Mindful Movement & Meditation - Gentle Yoga and meditation each morning—what a magical way to start the day.
- Find inner peace through art therapy and expression.
- Express yourself freely and leave inhibitions behind.
- Experience relaxation with a complimentary 60-minute Hawaiian massage.
- Take time for yourself and allow new discoveries to emerge.
- Rediscover your unique self and enjoy a creative connection with other women. Sunshine, sisterhood, creativity, and cake. A dream come true
- This retreat helps women reconnect with themselves through art after feeling disconnected.
- Delicious Nourishment- Wholesome vegetarian meals and Homemade cake and cider in the sun—pure joy!
- Held in the artist's home, 'La Maison de L'Artiste,' nestled in the tranquil French countryside.
- A unique and unforgettable experience awaits you.
- The Experience-“Completely life-changing. My heart feels more open and my mental health rebalanced.”
About this Retreat
"creativity feeds your soul, it's a way to understand and create changes in our lives, to make peace with ourselves and to love life."
Alison Coulthurst
Alison studied Graphic Design and Fine Art in South Africa and Transpersonal Art therapy in Australia.
She has also studied Kahuna, Lomi Lomi Massage and Reiki in Australia.
Alison is passionate about loving yourself and connecting with what's really important in life!
Her wish is for the women who took part in these retreats to return home
with a deeper sense of connection and love for themselves.
Her role as an art therapist can help clients explore and express themselves authentically.
She says "Creating art can heal us, inspire us and leave us filled with happiness and love."
In the Creativity Retreats Alison uses Art Therapy to help women express and explore emotions. It's all about connection, connecting with yourself, connecting with others, connecting with nature and connecting with what truely matters.
She also loves painting in her studio in France and is still enjoying successfully exhibiting around the world. Alison Coulthurst Art Facebook and Instagram to see her works.
"Painting is my meditation, it feeds my soul and brings me peace of mind."
Massage Therapist and Tantric Facilitator.
I grew up in Australia however I am currently based in Berlin. I am trained in Hawaiian massage and have my own practice in Berlin. I also offer a couple of massage workshops and reiki energy healing.
I am very passionate about energy work and bodywork which led me to become a Tantra facilitator this year. Tantra is a way of living from the heart and listening to your body. It is also about finding a balance between your masculine and feminine energies and bringing the unconscious mind consciously. Through Tantric embodiment exercises, a person will be able to shift energy bringing their body into harmony. I believe everyone can heal themselves - it must start by tuning into your body.
At the retreat I will hold space for a few different embodiment practices that will help everyone to move any stuck energy, allowing more room for self-love and feeling more alive in their beautiful body temple!
Yoga Teacher Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga and Restorative Yoga classes. All lessons are adapted to your needs and level.
I was born in Mexico and lived there for 20 years before moving to Montreal and finally settling in France 4 years ago. After being a semi-professional classical dancer, yoga came into my life about ten years ago.After years of practice, I decided to make it my professional activity and so I took a 200-hour training course in order to be able to teach. Since then, I am also a specialist in Ayurvedic medicine and certified Reiki I, II and III master.
Today yoga, meditation and mindfulness have changed my outlook on life. I learned to let go, to listen to my body and my intuition and enjoy the present moment. I look forward to meeting you all on the retreat.
Details of this retreat
Rediscover the joy of creativity at our women’s retreats in the heart of the French countryside.
These small, soulful retreats are a beautiful invitation to reconnect—with yourself, with others, and with the quiet magic of creative expression. Whether you're new to making art or returning to it after years, you’ll find a gentle, joyful space to explore who you are—by getting out of your mind and creating from the heart.
Perfect for solo guests, these retreats offer a warm, welcoming space where you’ll feel safe, seen, and completely at ease. You’ll enjoy guided art sessions, art journaling, nature walks, gentle yoga, soothing massage, nourishing meals, and peaceful moments of reflection—all lovingly woven together to support your mind, body, and spirit.
It’s not about being an artist—it’s about expressing what’s inside, letting go of expectations, and making space for joy, clarity, and self-love.
Come with an open heart—and leave feeling grounded, inspired, and beautifully reconnected to life.
As one guest shared:
"I’m not exaggerating when I say this experience was completely life-changing for me. The people, the property, the art activities, the conversations, the laughter, the incredible food, the music, and so much more. My heart feels more open and my mental health is rebalanced.Alison and her team are so warm, kind, funny and down to earth."
These small, soulful retreats are a beautiful invitation to reconnect—with yourself, with others, and with the quiet magic of creative expression. Whether you're new to making art or returning to it after years, you’ll find a gentle, joyful space to explore who you are—by getting out of your mind and creating from the heart.
Perfect for solo guests, these retreats offer a warm, welcoming space where you’ll feel safe, seen, and completely at ease. You’ll enjoy guided art sessions, art journaling, nature walks, gentle yoga, soothing massage, nourishing meals, and peaceful moments of reflection—all lovingly woven together to support your mind, body, and spirit.
It’s not about being an artist—it’s about expressing what’s inside, letting go of expectations, and making space for joy, clarity, and self-love.
Come with an open heart—and leave feeling grounded, inspired, and beautifully reconnected to life.
As one guest shared:
"I’m not exaggerating when I say this experience was completely life-changing for me. The people, the property, the art activities, the conversations, the laughter, the incredible food, the music, and so much more. My heart feels more open and my mental health is rebalanced.Alison and her team are so warm, kind, funny and down to earth."
Schedule
On this retreat, we have a planned creative schedule that you will receive when you arrive.
There are 3 hours of free time during lunch
We have bicycles available and many country walks or just relax in the garden on a deck chair under the shade and read your book or do your creative journalling.
Through the 6 hours of art therapy/expression activities , all designed around connection, It's all about connection, connecting with yourself, connecting with others, connecting with nature, and connecting with what truly matters.
A Typical Day -
Morning Yoga
Meditation
Breakfast
3 hrs Creativity(Painting, drawing, sculpting, movement, and art meditations )
Lunch
Country Walks /Journalling
Receive Hawaiian Massage
3 hrs creativity ( 6hrs in total a day)
Dinner
Evening circle, meditation
and a few other surprises!!!
Please arrive at 1pm on the day of arrival and leave 1pm on day of departure.
There are 3 hours of free time during lunch
We have bicycles available and many country walks or just relax in the garden on a deck chair under the shade and read your book or do your creative journalling.
Through the 6 hours of art therapy/expression activities , all designed around connection, It's all about connection, connecting with yourself, connecting with others, connecting with nature, and connecting with what truly matters.
A Typical Day -
Morning Yoga
Meditation
Breakfast
3 hrs Creativity(Painting, drawing, sculpting, movement, and art meditations )
Lunch
Country Walks /Journalling
Receive Hawaiian Massage
3 hrs creativity ( 6hrs in total a day)
Dinner
Evening circle, meditation
and a few other surprises!!!
Please arrive at 1pm on the day of arrival and leave 1pm on day of departure.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
WOMEN'S CREATIVITY & YOGA RETREAT, 2 La Pruneraie, Saint-James, France
Directions
Fly to Paris, then catch a train to Rennes city or fly straight to Rennes city.
Free Pick up (11am) drop off (2pm) from/to RENNES TRAIN STATION. at Central Cafe outside station.
15 mins bus or taxi from Rennes airport.
We will then all drive together to La Maison de L'Artiste
Arrival at "la maison de l'artiste" 12:00 midday
Departure from "la maison de l'artiste" 13:00pm
Book the trains early!! Please note important for everyone to start and finish together x
Free Pick up (11am) drop off (2pm) from/to RENNES TRAIN STATION. at Central Cafe outside station.
15 mins bus or taxi from Rennes airport.
We will then all drive together to La Maison de L'Artiste
Arrival at "la maison de l'artiste" 12:00 midday
Departure from "la maison de l'artiste" 13:00pm
Book the trains early!! Please note important for everyone to start and finish together x
Accommodation
Get ready to make yourself at home in our welcoming haven for artists. Our delightful residence is nestled in lovingly restored old French barns. When you step inside, you'll discover a range of room options. Some offer two beds, while others provide private accommodations with a shared bathroom. We've taken care of all the details, ensuring you enjoy the utmost comfort with soft white cotton linens and towels. Plus, the walls are graced with original artworks, creating a cozy and homelike ambiance that welcomes you.
Shared room
Private room
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
You’ll stay at "La Maison de L'Artiste", the artist’s home — a charming, private retreat nestled in the peaceful heart of Normandy’s countryside. The area is serene and unspoiled, with open farm fields, vibrant flowers, and an artist’s garden. Surrounded by fig, cherry, chestnut, pear, apple, and plum trees, it’s the perfect place to relax, create, and reconnect with nature.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Enjoy our delicious vegetarian meals and French wine and cake! (please note not a detox retreat). Please share any allergies before arrival so we can accommodate your needs.
What's Included
- Four wonderful creative & inspiring days, including:
- 6-7 hours of hands-on art – Painting, drawing, and sculpting to express your creativity.
- Art & Movement Meditations – Guided sessions to connect mind, body, and spirit.
- Reflective Art Journaling – Dive deeper into your creative process and self-discovery.
- Country Walks – Reconnect with nature on peaceful walks through the French countryside.
- 2 Morning Yoga Classes (Beginner-friendly) – Stretch and center your body to start the day.
- Relaxing Hawaiian Massage – A 60-minute massage to soothe and rejuvenate.
- Delicious Vegetarian Meals – Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinks, and a touch of French wine.
- Pick-up & Drop-off – From Rennes station to the retreat and back.
- Lots of Love & Laughter – A warm, welcoming relaxed environment to inspire and uplift.
What's Not Included
- Flights, transport to Rennes
- Travel insurance
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