Fitness holidays
Our Wellness Holidays
Pilates wellness retreat in Greece
Pilates and Wellnes Retreat in Greece by the sea
Yoga and Pilates holiday in Spain
Yoga and Pilates immersion at an Olive Farm near the sea.
Yoga & ayurveda holiday in Portugal
Ayurveda, yoga and massage in the mountains
Yoga & relaxation holiday in Portugal
Yoga, massage and mud baths in the Portuguese mountains.
Yoga & surfing holiday in the Algarve, Portugal
Nourish yourself with yoga, surf & deliciously healthy food
Luxury fitness holidays in Spain
Luxury weight loss, detox, fitness & wellness retreat Spain
Yoga Retreats in Valencia, Spain
Yoga and meditation in the magical countryside of Valencia
Yoga retreat in the Algarve, Portugal
Nourish yourself with yoga,wellness & delicious healthy food
Yoga holiday in Portugal
A stunning Yoga retreat in the Portuguese mountains.
Montenegro yoga holiday
Yoga activity holiday at a spectacular lake in Montenegro
Jordan luxury spa & wellness holiday with Petra
Break away from busy life and pamper yourself!
Yoga retreat in Portugal with Tashi Dawa
A week of nourishing yoga in the forests of Portugal.
Yoga and walking holiday in Spain
Perfect combo of daily yoga & time in the great outdoors
Ayurvedic retreat in Sri Lanka
Ayurveda, yoga & wellness retreat in rural Sri Lanka
Luxury alkaline detox & wellness retreat in Spain
Detox mind & body at this luxury wellness retreat
Yoga, surfing and culture holiday, Sri Lanka 14 days
Absorb culture and be inspired - all completely Fairtrade.
Yoga and Thai massage retreat in Portugal
Nourishing Yoga retreat in the mountains of Portugal
Vegan yoga retreat in Spain
Yoga &meditation vegan retreat in stunning mountain location
Yoga and walking retreats in Spain
Yoga & Hill Walking Retreats in the mountains near Valencia
Yoga and Tantra retreat in Nepal
Yoga in the Himalayas with Tantra, Mantra and Yantra
Cornwall retreat holiday in the UK
Reconnect with nature on this four day retreat
Latvia yoga holiday
Yoga & Healthy Living Experience In Undiscovered Latvia
Women only retreat in Portugal
Wonderful Women's retreat on the s/west coast of Portugal.
Alternative Christmas & New Year in yoga holiday in Egypt
Enjoy a wonderful yoga holiday by the Red Sea in Dahab
Myvatn Marathon running holiday, Iceland
Combine a visit of natural sites and a famous run race
Wellness retreat in Mexico
A 7-day wellness trip to relax and clear your mind
Yoga sailing holiday in Croatia
Practise yoga skills with instruction and sail in Croatia!
What do fitness holidays involve?
“Beautiful house, great location and hospitality. Our hosts Simon and Lucy went the extra mile to ensure the holiday lived up to expectations and more… Expert guiding by a real running enthusiast made the difference. Pacing the group meant we all got the most out of the experience.” – Kate Evan-Jones in a review of her trail running holiday in the Spanish Pyrenees
Mixed groups & activities
Depending on guests’ abilities and sometimes on the activities, groups might be split up to ensure no one gets left behind. Instructors and guides are experts in getting the best out of everyone without pushing them beyond their limits. These breaks are great for solo travellers too, as there is no extra charge if you share a twin room with a guest of the same sex. In luxury fitness retreats, everyone can look forward to sole occupancy in a spacious double suite. Couples or friends, with varying fitness abilities, can head off to enjoy different activities before meeting up for lunch and evening meals. For example, on a trail running holiday which also offers guided hiking, both runner and walker can enjoy the experience in their own time and at their own pace.Some fitness holidays focus on just one particular activity, such as outdoor swimming, cycling or trail running. These have much more fixed itineraries, with a run or swim planned each day. Likewise, with yoga and Pilates retreats, your days will revolve around set sessions – although you are always free to skip classes if you’d prefer to explore, swim or indulge in a spa treatment, for example.
"Completing the Lake Bled swim was just amazing. I'm not the greatest swimmer and the youngsters finished almost half an hour before me but the feeling you get when you finish the swim is out of this world. I walked back to the rendezvous with the biggest smile ever on my face. Everyone is just so good and no one gets cross if you are slow. All everyone wants, holidaymakers and staff, is that you have a really enjoyable swim.” – Craig Thomson in a review of his lake swimming holiday in Slovenia
Do I have to be super fit?
No way! Many of our fitness holidays are suitable for people of all levels and abilities; others are specifically tailored for absolute beginners. These are fitness holidays, not boot camps or athletes’ retreats, so they have a more laid back approach to fitness. Nothing is compulsory, although it’s always worth trying to push yourself out of your comfort zone, just a little, to really make the most of your break and the expert coaching. And multi activity fitness holidays are the perfect space to try out something you’ve never done before, from HIIT (high intensity interval training) and Pilates to surfing or lake swimming. If you don’t enjoy it, there’s no need to try again. And if you do, then you’ve found a healthy and fun new hobby.Will there be a bar?
There might well be a small bar if you’re staying at a locally owned hotel in Slovenia or at a cosy eco lodge in Wales for example, but try to refrain from too many late nights so you can make the most of early starts and all day activities.Many fitness holidays include all meals to ensure a diet which is healthy, filling and nutritious. Food portions are more than generous to keep you going throughout fitness sessions. Some fitness retreats are vegetarian (with various dietary requirements catered for), and while some serve up wine with dinner, others do not provide caffeine or alcohol; if you’re a coffee fiend consider cutting down a few days before departure to avoid going cold turkey once you arrive.
Our top Wellness Holiday
Yoga and Pilates holiday in Spain
Yoga and Pilates immersion at an Olive Farm near the sea.
2021: 13 May, 10 Jun, 23 Sep
2022: 19 May, 16 Jun, 22 Sep
Where can I keep fit on holiday?
Spain
Slovenia
Tucked in between the Alps and the Mediterranean, Slovenia’s glacial lakes are perfect for a swimming holiday surrounded by pure nature. Triglav National Park, in particular, offers clear lakes without motorised boats, suitable for swimmers of all abilities, including absolute beginners. Daily swims average 4km, with plenty of time to take in the nearby waterfalls, Julian Alps and clifftop castles.Pembrokeshire, Wales
You don’t always need to head to exotic destinations to take part in adventurous activities. A long weekend in north Pembrokeshire offers wild coastline, surfing, Atlantic swimming, coasteering and woodland running trails. Based in a cosy ecolodge, you can take dance fitness classes or try yoga on the beach, before a well earned massage and dinner.Best time to go on a fitness holiday
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