Practitioner-led
Retreats
Freedom retreats have always been rooted in connection - to place, to practice, to community, and to the people who gather with us.
Now, we’re opening the door for trusted practitioners to co-host or lead their own retreat experiences within the Freedom framework.
These retreats are guided by practitioners with their own wisdom, voice and way of holding space, while Freedom gently supports the foundations behind the scenes. The result is a retreat that feels personal, meaningful and beautifully held, with the same care, structure and sense of ease you can expect from Freedom.
Co-hosted ↠ A retreat co-hosted by a practitioner and Jax Heffer-Cooke from Freedom Yoga & Retreats
Led ↠ A retreat solely led by a practitioner
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Thailand
Week 2
Co-hosted by Tara Bishybee
14th-21st February 2027
About co-host Tara
Tara’s work is rooted in movement, breath, touch and the natural rhythms that have guided her through the most challenging chapters of her life. She teaches and offers bodywork because these practices supported her when she needed grounding, compassion and strength — and she loves to share that same steadying presence with others.
Yoga, mobility and functional movement have been part of her life for more than sixteen years. They became especially important during periods of injury recovery and throughout a long season of caring for her family through illness, Alzheimer’s and mental health struggles. Movement gave her structure when everything felt uncertain; breath gave her space when emotions felt heavy; stillness helped her listen inwardly when I couldn’t find the words.
These experiences shaped who she is as a teacher: grounded, nurturing, intuitive and deeply compassionate.
What to Expect
A week built around adventure, connection and seeing a little more of Thailand:
Daily practise on the beach
A traditional Thai massage by the beach
A full-day 4 Island boat adventure
Swimming and exploring the Andaman Sea
Koh Lanta Old Town
A gentle hike through Mu Ko Lanta National Park
Bamboo Beach day
Travel by traditional local songthaew
Fresh, delicious Thai food
Plenty of free time to swim, wander, read or do absolutely nothing
Optional meditation and philosophy throughout the week
Opening and closing ceremonies
A group of 20 people who all arrived solo too
Your 8-Day Journey
Day 1 - Phuket
Arrive at Proud Phuket by 5pm, settle into your private room and meet the group before a relaxed sunset dinner at Nai Yang Beach.
A gentle first evening to put names to faces, eat good food and settle into Thailand together.
Day 2 - Koh Lanta
After breakfast, we’ll leave Phuket and travel south together to Koh Lanta.
Settle into your accommodation, unpack, explore your surroundings, take a swim or simply relax after the journey before coming back together for dinner.
Day 3 - Beach, Massage + Opening Ceremony
Our first full day on Koh Lanta is intentionally slow.
We will open with practise on the beach, followed by a tasty breakfast.
Spend time by the beach, swim, read, wander or do very little at all, with an included traditional Thai massage by the sea.
Later, we’ll come together for our opening ceremony- a relaxed chance to properly arrive, get to know one another and set the tone for the adventure ahead.
Optional meditation and philosophy will be woven into the week for anyone who wants to join.
Day 4 - 4 Island Boat Tour
Today we head out onto the Andaman Sea for a full-day 4 Island boat adventure after our beach practise and nutritious breakfast.
Expect turquoise water, incredible island scenery, swimming, beaches and plenty of time out on the open water.
A proper Thailand adventure day.
Day 5 - Island Life
Today is about seeing another side of Koh Lanta.
After morning practise on the beach, we’ll explore the characterful streets of Koh Lanta Old Town, with time to wander, browse, eat and soak up the slower rhythm of island life.
Then we’ll head into Mu Ko Lanta National Park for a gentle hike - nothing crazy, just enough to stretch the legs and explore the jungle, coastline and beautiful scenery.
Day 6 - Bamboo Beach + Closing Ceremony
For our final full day on Koh Lanta, we’ll travel by traditional local songthaew to beautiful Bamboo Beach.
Swim, relax, explore, read, chat or simply enjoy a full day with nowhere else to be.
Later, we’ll gather for our closing ceremony- a chance to look back on the week, the places we’ve explored, the friendships made and everything we’re taking away from the experience.
Day 7 - Back to Phuket
After breakfast, we’ll say goodbye to Koh Lanta and travel back to Phuket together.
Our final night is spent back at the beautiful Proud Phuket, where you’ll have time to relax, enjoy the pool and settle in before we come together for one final beachside dinner at sunset.
A pretty perfect way to finish.
Day 8 - Departure
We’ll share breakfast together before check-out and goodbyes.
Then it’s time to head home- hopefully with a camera roll full of Thailand, a few very good stories and a group of people who definitely weren’t strangers eight days ago.
Where You’ll Stay
The journey starts and finishes in Phuket, with the heart of the week spent on Koh Lanta- an island of long beaches, lush national park, local communities and plenty of space to explore.
Throughout the trip, you’ll have your own private, air-conditioned accommodation, so you get all the fun and connection of travelling with a group without giving up your own space.
Your first and final nights will be spent at Proud Phuket, close to Nai Yang Beach, before travelling together to and from Koh Lanta.
Food
Expect fresh, colourful and seriously tasty Thai food throughout the week- relaxed breakfasts, local lunches and flavour-packed dinners.
Some meals will be part of our planned days out, while at other times you’ll have the freedom to choose where and what you fancy eating.
Vegetarian options are available, with vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free requirements catered for when arranged in advance.
What’s Included
Daily beach practise
7 nights’ private, air-conditioned accommodation
All scheduled transfers between Phuket and Koh Lanta
Freedom Yoga & Retreats support throughout the journey
Traditional Thai massage
Full-day 4 Island boat experience
Koh Lanta Old Town visit
Mu Ko Lanta National Park visit and gentle hike
Bamboo Beach day
Traditional songthaew transport where scheduled
Opening and closing ceremonies
Optional meditation and philosophy sessions
Scheduled meals and experiences detailed in the itinerary
Not included: Flights, travel insurance, your journey from Phuket Airport to Proud Phuket on arrival, personal spending, meals or activities outside the planned itinerary and anything not listed above.
£1,400 per person
20 places available.
Payment plan options are available.
When
Week 1 ↠ 7th-14th February 2027 led by Jax from Freedom Yoga & Retreats
Week 2 ↠ 14th-21st February 2027 (this retreat) co-hosted with Freedom & Tara Bishybee
Week 3 ↠ 22nd February - 1st March 2027 led by Practitioner Lou Bugg
Week 4 ↠ 3 – 10 March 2027 led by Jax from Freedom Yoga & Retreats
Week 5 ↠ 11 – 18 March 2027 led by Practitioner Natasha
Week 6 ↠ 19th March - 26th March 2027 led by Practitioner Rebecca
You can book as many weeks of Thailand as you would like to. If booking more than one week, you must treat each week separately, and pay for a deposit per week.
For example, if you are attending Thailand week 2 & 3, you must add week 2 and week 3 to your cart, fill out all forms asked of you at checkout, and pay for both.
Please note, you are paying for retreat days as listed. For example, if you choose more than one retreat week, we are not responsible for you on the nights in between retreats, and you will have to seek out and pay for your own accommodation and amenities etc.
Contact us if you have any questions!
Payment Options
We offer two options: pay in full or a payment plan.
Flexible payment options tailored to you available. Please contact hello@freedomyogaandretreats.com
We also accept Klarna and Clearpay.
Co-hosted
Week 2 of our Thailand retreat is co-hosted with Tara Bishybee Yoga alongside lead Freedom guide, Jax Heffer-Cooke
Week 3
Led by Practitioner Lou Bugg from The Seed of Change
22nd February - 1st March 2027
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Phuket + Koh Yao Noi Retreat (8 Days) 22nd February - 1st March 2027
We are excited to be teaming up with practitioner Lou at Freedom Yoga, where she will host week 3 of our Thailand retreats, bringing her wisdom and wonderful soul to the experience. She owns Seed of Change, where she aims to help people find themselves amongst the noise of life- we all need to slow down and switch off!
Please note, even though Jax Heffer-Cooke is a tour guide for this week of the retreat, she is only hosting week 1 & 2, with the amazing Lou hosting the third week.
A note from Louise:
WHAT THIS EXPERIENCE OFFERS YOU…
This retreat has been designed with intention —
to guide you through a full inner journey using movement, stillness, nature and connection.
Each day gently aligns with a different element / energy centre (chakra)…
so you don’t just visit Thailand —
you move through transformation whilst you’re there.
Daily yoga (accessible to all levels)
Guided meditations + bodywork
sound healing sessions
Opening + closing ceremonies
Island experiences (boat trips, kayaking, nature immersion)
Space to rest, reflect, journal… or simply be
A like-minded group — no pressure, just connection
YOUR INVESTMENT
£1,400 per person
(Flights + travel insurance not included)
This includes:
Accommodation
All retreat sessions + teachings
Planned excursions + experiences
Selected meals
WHO THIS IS FOR
This is for you if…
• You’re feeling the pull for something deeper
• You’re ready to step away from the noise of life
• You want space to breathe, feel, and reset
• You don’t want a “busy retreat”… you want a meaningful one
You don’t need to be “good at yoga”
You just need to be ready.
When
Week 1 ↠ 7th-14th February 2027 led by Jax from Freedom Yoga & Retreats
Week 2 ↠ 14th-21st February 2027 co-hosted with Freedom & Tara Bishybee
Week 3 ↠ 22nd February - 1st March 2027 (this retreat) led by Practitioner Lou Bugg
Week 4 ↠ 3 – 10 March 2027 led by Jax from Freedom Yoga & Retreats
Week 5 ↠ 11 – 18 March 2027 led by Practitioner Natasha
Week 6 ↠ 19th March - 26th March 2027 led by Practitioner Rebecca
You can book as many weeks of Thailand as you would like to. If booking more than one week, you must treat each week separately, and pay for a deposit per week.
For example, if you are attending Thailand week 2 & 3, you must add week 2 and week 3 to your cart, fill out all forms asked of you at checkout, and pay for both.
Please note, you are paying for retreat days as listed. For example, if you choose more than one retreat week, we are not responsible for you on the nights in between retreats, and you will have to seek out and pay for your own accommodation and amenities etc.
Contact us if you have any questions!
Payment Options
We offer two options: pay in full or a payment plan.
Flexible payment options tailored to you available. Please contact hello@freedomyogaandretreats.com
We also accept Klarna and Clearpay.
Led
Week 3 of our Thailand retreat is led soley by Lou Bugg from The Seed of Change.
Phuket + Koh Yao Noi · 8 Days
March 11th-18th 2027
Meet Natasha
With over ten years of experience teaching Pilates, Natasha is passionate about the transformative power of the Pilates method and the positive impact it can have on both body and mind.
Her teaching is grounded in the belief that Pilates is not about perfection, but about discovering and developing your own strength, awareness, and confidence within the practice. She encourages each person to work with their individual body, abilities, and goals, creating a supportive environment where movement feels both empowering and enjoyable.
Over the past decade, Natasha has helped people of all levels build a deeper connection with their bodies through thoughtful, considered Pilates practice. Her approach combines knowledge, encouragement, and a genuine love of movement, allowing students to progress at their own pace while discovering what they are capable of.
In March 2027, Natasha will be bringing her passion for Pilates to Koh Yao Noi, Thailand, for her very first Pilates retreat. Set against the beauty and tranquillity of the island, the retreat will offer an opportunity to step away from everyday life, reconnect with the body, and explore the Pilates method in a beautiful and inspiring setting.
She is incredibly excited to share this experience and to welcome you to the retreat — creating a space to move, breathe, connect, and discover your own strength through Pilates.
Your 8-Day Journey
Day 1 - Phuket
Arrive, settle into the luxury Proud Phuket, and meet the group before a relaxed sunset dinner at Nai Yang Beach.
Day 2 - Koh Yao Noi
Travel by taxi and boat to the island, settle into your bungalow and ease into retreat life with an evening practice and dinner by the sea.
Day 3 - Your Exhale Day
Dawn Tai Chi, morning practice, plenty of time to swim or rest, plus an included traditional Thai massage.
Day 4 - Island Boat Day
A full-day longtail boat adventure through the beautiful islands and turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea.
Day 5 - Kayaks + Mangroves
Morning practice followed by a guided kayak through mangroves and peaceful waterways, with a slower afternoon and evening practice.
Day 6 - Batik + Closing Practice
Explore traditional Thai batik with local craftspeople before coming together for the retreat’s closing practice and reflection.
Day 7 - Back to Phuket
Return to Phuket for a free afternoon before a final beachside dinner together at sunset.
Day 8 - Departure
Breakfast together before check-out and goodbyes.
What to Expect
A balance of practice, rest and adventure, including:
Daily pilates
Dawn Tai Chi
Traditional Thai massage
Longtail boat island adventure
Swimming and snorkelling
Kayaking through mangroves
Thai batik workshop
Delicious local food
Free time to rest and explore
Where You’ll Stay
The retreat begins and ends in Phuket, with the heart of the week spent on Koh Yao Noi, a peaceful island surrounded by the limestone cliffs and turquoise waters of Phang Nga Bay.
On Koh Yao Noi, you’ll stay in your own air-conditioned bungalow and settle into the slower rhythm of island life.
Freedom Yoga & Retreats takes care of the accommodation, transfers, local experiences and operational side of the journey, while Rebecca leads the retreat itself.
Food
Expect fresh, colourful and delicious Thai food throughout the retreat- nourishing breakfasts, relaxed lunches and flavour-packed evening meals using local ingredients.
Vegetarian options are available, with vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free requirements catered for when arranged in advance.
What’s Included
7 nights’ accommodation
Transfers between Phuket and Koh Yao Noi
Natasha’s pilates sessions and practices
Dawn Tai Chi where scheduled
Traditional Thai massage
Island boat experience
Kayaking and mangrove trip
Thai batik workshop
Scheduled meals
Freedom Yoga & Retreats operational support
Not included: Flights, lunches (other than on our 4 island boat tour and kayaking in mangroves day trips), travel insurance, personal spending and anything outside the planned itinerary.
Retreat begins at 5pm on March 11th and is 7 nights, lasting until 18th 2027
When
Week 1 ↠ 7th-14th February 2027 led by Jax from Freedom Yoga & Retreats
Week 2 ↠ 14th-21st February 2027 co-hosted with Freedom & Tara Bishybee
Week 3 ↠ 22nd February - 1st March 2027 led by Practitioner Lou Bugg
Week 4 ↠ 3 – 10 March 2027 led by Jax from Freedom Yoga & Retreats
Week 5 ↠ 11 – 18 March 2027 (this retreat) led by Practitioner Natasha
Week 6 ↠ 19th March - 26th March 2027 led by Practitioner Rebecca
You can book as many weeks of Thailand as you would like to. If booking more than one week, you must treat each week separately, and pay for a deposit per week.
For example, if you are attending Thailand week 2 & 3, you must add week 2 and week 3 to your cart, fill out all forms asked of you at checkout, and pay for both.
Please note, you are paying for retreat days as listed. For example, if you choose more than one retreat week, we are not responsible for you on the nights in between retreats, and you will have to seek out and pay for your own accommodation and amenities etc.
Led
Week 5 of our Thailand retreat is led soley by Natasha from The Continental Fox
Led
Week 6 of our Thailand retreat is led soley by Rebecca from Yinspired Being
Greece
Greece with Lou from Larimar
Payment plan option available (see below)The Journey
For me, LARIMAR has always been about creating spaces where people can simply be themselves. Spaces where we can step away from the demands of everyday life, breathe a little deeper, connect with others and perhaps reconnect with parts of ourselves that get lost in the busyness.
I’m not a yoga teacher or a therapist, and this retreat isn't about me teaching you how to live a more mindful life. Instead, I want to create a beautiful space for you to be held, supported and gently guided through moments of reflection, creativity and connection.
I’ll bring together the things that I love and that have become such an important part of my own journey — guided meditation, journalling, creativity, gentle movement, meaningful conversation and time to simply slow down. There will be structure when you want it, but also plenty of space to rest, wander, laugh, explore and just enjoy being somewhere beautiful.
Why Greece?
There is something about Greece that has always spoken to me — its warmth, ancient landscapes, mythology, food, slower rhythm of life and the feeling of being surrounded by something much older than ourselves.
One of the most special parts of our journey will be visiting the Ancient Amphiareion of Oropos, an ancient sanctuary dedicated to Amphiaraos, believed to be a place of healing, wellbeing and spiritual connection. People travelled here centuries ago seeking healing and guidance, making it a truly fascinating place to experience as part of our retreat.
To me, there is something incredibly meaningful about spending time in a place where healing and wellbeing were valued thousands of years ago. We'll have the opportunity to explore this sacred sanctuary, take in its peaceful surroundings and reflect on the people who came here long before us seeking restoration and renewal.
I love the idea that our retreat journey can connect us with this ancient tradition of rest, reflection and healing, while creating our own modern version of that experience together.
To visit such an ancient sanctuary as part of our own wellbeing journey feels truly special — a meeting of past and present, surrounded by the beauty and spirit of Greece.
From exploring the ancient Amphiareion of Oropos, to sharing food, learning to cook Greek dishes, visiting the thermal spa and spending time together at Villa Amfiario, this isn't simply a retreat where you stay somewhere beautiful. The journey is part of the retreat.
A retreat created with heart
This has been something I've wanted to create for LARIMAR for a long time — an experience that brings together wellbeing, creativity, connection, culture and a little adventure.
My hope is that you'll arrive feeling excited, perhaps a little nervous, and leave with new friendships, beautiful memories and a renewed sense of yourself.
Not because you've been told who you should be or how you should feel, but because you've been given the time, space and permission to reconnect with who you already are.
A few days away from everyday life. A little sunshine for the soul. And a journey you can carry home with you.
Greece • Near Athens (3 Days)
Highlights
Guided meditation & journalling
Creative workshops & self-expression
Gentle movement & mindful moments
Space to rest, slow down & reconnect
Visit the ancient Amphiareion of Oropos
Thermal spa experience
Beautiful Greek villa stay
Delicious local Greek food
Time to explore, wander & simply be
Meaningful conversation & connection
A small, supportive group experience
Accommodation + Meals
Stay at Villa Amfiario in shared rooms.
Includes nourishing breakfasts, light lunches, and vegetarian dinners made with fresh local ingredients.
Vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options available.
Included
Accommodation, meals (as listed), scheduled practices/workshops, cultural visit, cooking session, thermal spa visit.
Not included
Flights, travel insurance, personal spending, optional extras.
When
May 7-10 2027
Payment Options
We offer two options: pay in full or a payment plan.
If you choose to pay with a plan, you can choose to pay over 6 months at checkout.
Flexible payment options tailored to you available. Please contact hello@freedomyogaandretreats.com
We also accept Klarna and Clearpay.
Led
2025
Thailand
Co-hosted with Nicola Pollet
What makes a practitioner-led retreat different?
Each practitioner-led retreat carries its own energy.
Some may be rooted in yoga and meditation.
Some may weave in sound, bodywork, breathwork, creativity, ceremony or deep rest.
Some may feel spacious and slow.
Others may invite gentle transformation, movement, nature and adventure.
But every Freedom retreat shares the same intention:
to create a thoughtful, human experience where you feel safe, supported and free to meet yourself exactly as you are.FREEDOM HOLDS THE JOURNEY
Our practitioners lead the heart of the experience - the practices, sessions, teachings and group energy.
Freedom supports the wider retreat journey, including carefully chosen locations, accommodation, guest care, logistics, bookings, payments and the flow of the experience.
So you can arrive knowing the practical pieces are held, and the retreat itself has been created with care.
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