Joy of Simplicity Retreat - Andalusia - 7 Days Yoga, Meditation and Inner Reset

"Life is overwhelming", right? -
You don't need more.
You need less.

"I loved the food, the nature, the Olive trees in Ananda forest, the mountains and the views, the yoga with Renate, the music and guitar, the wonderful walks and the sweet community. I am planning on coming back. A great way to slow down and digitally detox. I still could have used more days, I still did not make it into the hammocks... the food was almost too good! (H., 65, NYC)

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"My expectations were more than met. I felt very much at ease and home in this beuatiful and special place. the sense of community was so pleasant. Thank you, Renate!" (P., NYC.)

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"The silence in the morning until after breakfast was so good for me. I felt so exhausted when I arrive, was close to a burn-out, and this retreat was just perfect for me. The yoga was great, even though it sometimes challenged me. I could stick with it and I felt getting stronger every day. We were a small group and it did not take long to build trust. Renate and the staff at Ananda forest managed to easily create an atmosphere of familiarity, lightness and yes, Joy of Simplicity. I am impressed how very flexible she was in teaching us yoga and meditation and she really met us where we were at. (A., 34, Germany)

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The retreat with Renate was very special! I particularly like the variety of yoga and embodiment-excercises, the days were well planned and filled with. Also, the hikes in the absolutely glorious mountain nature wer grand. Still, there was definitely enough time to relax. Renate managed to address all the needs of the participants sensitively and at the same time to create a beautiful community feeling in the group. In the therapeutic sharing everyone got to decide without pressure, how much to share. I will definitely come back!"  S., 28, Germany

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"The five retreat days with you in this unbelievably beautiful place have touched me deeply in side. For me, everything was perfect. This retreat has brought me back into connection with myself, i was able to let go of my worries and of  the usual tensions of my every-day life. You have designed a wonderful flow of Yoga and group therapy time taking care to adjust to the individual's needs and and guided us mindfully and empathically through our processes. Your program was for me a perfect mix of movement, inner work, joy and lightness!  The lush nature with the surrounding hills, little rives and  lovely mountain villages, the yummy food and the beautiful location made me feel very nourished and deeply relaxed. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this wonderful retreat. I will come back for sure!"  M.F., 47, Germany

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"The sun rise yoga on the rock formation was a true highlight for me. To catch the fresh mountain air and the first sun rays of the day on the cliff  was balm for my soul and a very special moment. I also really enjoyed the movement, dancing and singing in the group. The food was amazing and freshly prepared, I always liked it. I Highly recommend this reatreat with Renate, I really appreciate the programme."

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"Totally successful retreat. Beautiful landscape, great location. I was atotal yoga beginner and had my reservations at first, but Renate was able to meet me where I was and accompanied me through the days. The food was sensational and freshly prepared right there. My personal highlighs were the sun salutations and the hikes up high through the idyllic region of the Sierra Nevada with its powerful views and places.  This way I found myself greatly balanced in wonderful company. Many thanks to Renate....

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"I keep thinking of these five days in Bayacas and how they helped my with letting go of my dad. Right the beginning with the meditation of "Coming and Going" at the wild river Rio Chico, the group sessions and the amazing choice of music to the movement excercises. The warmest welcome, how quickly we all became a supportive community, in which everyone opened up, the yoga units and the hikes, where no one was left behind (i was very stiff and not f very fit😉), the landscape and location is unforgettable for me, thy have left a deep impression for me. This was supported by the wonderful vegetarian cuisine - i was very surprised that I never missed meat. For me, the biggest highlight was the berathing exercises that Renate gave me. In the years past, iIhad  always "quickly run out of air". Through the concentration practice and the slow, deep belly breathing I astonished myself and climbed up the altitude of 400 meters to the GR7 "above us", the longest Hike route through Europe, and I was fine! I still benefit from this when I play volleyball now. I will be back!!"

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"I enjoy remembering the retreat in Andalusia with Renate. It was a transformative experience, the meditations helped me calm down, the hikes and the wonderful time togeher as group was inspiring. As a long term effect, I feel more equanitmity and clarity in my life. The surroundings, Bayacas, Orgiva and nature will stick in my memory. The yoga was very nice  interesting for me as beginner. It was definitely a very rewarding experience."​ (H. 65, Austria)