20256c. Finding Wellness Wild Yogis Retreat with Jo Stephens 16-23 June 2025

Finding Wellness Retreat in Spain

16th to 23rd June 2025 … all levels welcome

There is MAGIC at Dragonfly House. It has seeped into the old stone
walls of the beautifully renovated Spanish farmhouse. It rises from the
earth under the yoga studio that is NESTLED amongst the ancient olive
trees. And it wraps around you on the yoga platform as you gaze out
across the undulating hills to El Torcal national park.

Helen has created a sanctuary here; you feel it the moment you pass
through the golden gates. Wandering around the property, there are
many places to sit and relax, absorbed by the sounds of nature and the
TRANQUILITY that encases you. The crystal-clear pool is visited by
swallows and, of course, dragonflies. The deck has plenty of shade and
yet more incredible vistas.

Each ensuite room has been thoughtfully designed and adorned, your
comfort is assured.

The food is exquisite – made with love and LAUGHTER. To add to the
healing that spreads through the food; Dragonfly House is now home to
an ever-expanding food forest. Mandalas of vegetables protected by
olives bringing organic nourishment to the table… Every year my guests
ask for the recipes, it’s hardly surprising…

So, the location is stunning, the accommodation is beautiful, the food full
of love & GOODNESS…& the yoga…

I have had the joy of yoga in my life for 30years; the privilege of learning
from some wise, insightful and inspiring people… I have pinched what I
think are the best bits, then I have explored, played, made stuff up &
added a WILDYOGIS tilt & jolliness to the mix. So, it looks like strength
work, range of movement, flexibility and flow. An awareness of mind and
body that leads to consciousness, creativity & contentment.
I believe in honesty & love – for yourself and others. I also believe in
laughter!

My classes are about a HOLISTIC wellness, individual care and
attention and a collective spirit. Mutual support and respect – with a
good dose of intrepid exploration. We tend to move more in the

mornings and waffle more in the afternoons - & also it will be tailored to
individual need. We finish each day with yoga nidra. Something I found
when I was really poorly and couldn’t really move. Nidra is a form of
guided meditation that can be transformative for the mind and body. You
can read more about it on my blog…

Past retreats have been truly life changing for people. The start of a
journey towards self-love and NURTURE. An awakening of possibilities.
I include myself in this…

I would love to share the magic of Dragonfly House and WILDYOGIS
with you. Please contact me with any questions you might have...

Big
love JO

FINDING WELLNESS – is the focus of this year’s retreat. Wellness in
mind, body and spirit. To be truly well we need to consider all areas of
our lives. Physically, that looks like a MOVEMENT practice – one that
counters habitual patterns and encompasses strength work as well as
flexibility. It looks like MASSAGE and other therapeutic treatments that
can release trigger points and tension. It needs to include nutrition,
DETOXIFICATION and importantly, rest. Good mental health is
intricately linked to our physical health. We need to consider the stories
we tell ourselves, learn to speak kindly to ourselves as well as to others;
developing quality relationships. Mental wellness is also about exploring
interests, expanding knowledge and embracing experiences. Science
tells us we have the power to change our mindset, MANTRAS and
sankalpas can be incredibly powerful in this journey. We need to learn to
turn towards what is positive. Opening to our spirituality in the form of
MEDITATION and mindfulness is a keystone to this work. Healing sound
journeys, experiential healing and other treatments will be available on
retreat. Finding a way to let go of past trauma, allowing what is held to
be released and ultimately letting the ENERGY flow is, very much, part
of holistic wellness…

“Serendipity allowed me to find Jo and it is proving to be a
life enhancing piece of chance (or perhaps and more
probably karma). Having spent a week on one of her
remarkable, joyous and life affirming retreats a whole new
world of possibilities and awareness has materialised. I would urge anyone to seize the opportunity to learn from this wonderful teacher.” 

ITINERARY
Monday 16 th June
13.00 – Lunch
15.00 – Welcome and introduction
17.00-18.30 – Gentle yoga practice and meditation
19.00 – Supper
Tuesday 17 th – Sunday 22 nd June
07.30-09.30 – yoga, mindful movement & meditation/relaxation
09.30/10 – breakfast
11.30-15.00 – activity/treatment (optional)
17.00-18.30 – guided wellness, anatomy, massage techniques, fascia
release, de-stress & relaxation…
19.00 – supper
Monday 23 rd June
09.30/10 – breakfast
Friday 20 th June will be a free day…
Retreat finishes after breakfast on Monday 23 rd June

Cost - £1,198
Non-refundable deposit - £350

Included:
Ensuite accommodation in twin rooms – single rooms available on
request 
Unlimited filtered water/tea and coffee
Food
Yoga, mindful movement, meditation
Guided wellness & yoga nidra
Yoga equipment
Use of onsite facilities
WIFI
Jolliness

Not included:
Flights & transfers
Additional activities & treatments