One of Frost’s favourite people and all-round inspirational person, Lynne Franks, author, entrepreneur and women’s empowerment champion, is launching a brand-new series of signature retreats for women at her beautiful home in Deia, Mallorca. BLOOM Retreats offer unique creative and wellbeing experiences in a deeply relaxing atmosphere surrounded by the exquisite local, natural beauty of the Mediterranean coastline.
The retreats take place at Lynne Franks’ beautiful property, part of an old monastery, with stunning views overlooking the Mediterranean and the Tramuntana mountains. The site is walking distance of the ancient village of Deia, which has been a hub for many artists, writers and creatives.
“I am delighted to be hosting these intimate retreats for women to heal, grow and connect with each other in such a nurturing, feminine space. There has been a tremendous response following each of my BLOOM Retreats over the last few years and it is clearly time to expand our offering and bring in other teachers and specialists,” says Lynne.
The BLOOM Detox & Wellness Retreat
16th – 20th September 2013
From €1,125
Led by Reiki Master Monika Evans together with 5-Elements nutritionist Ursula Peer, this retreat takes a holistic approach, designed to harmonize body, mind and spirit in a deeply relaxing atmosphere and surrounded by great natural beauty.
Your day starts with an (optional) morning meditation followed by a gentle yoga class or mountain walk and a warm breakfast based on 5-Elements Traditional Chinese Medicine Nutrition. During the day sessions are offered to inspire your inner Goddess with exercises and tools you can apply in your busy day-to-day lives for a sense of peace and wellbeing.
And there is also plenty of time for rest, relaxing by the pool, soaking in the hot tub, going for walks to the nearby beach and enjoying the magical island of Mallorca. A Reiki healing session, a personalised 5-Elements Nutrition Consultation tailored for your body type and a spa treatment are included in the package. Extra options such as massage and craniosacral therapy can be arranged upon request.
The BLOOM Fitness Retreat
22nd – 27th September 2013
From €1,325
Renowned fitness consultant and ambassador for Reebok Sarah Maxwell, together with BLOOM Retreats, have created an exclusive women-only 5-day retreat aimed to make you look and feel amazing.
During your stay you’ll tone up, lose weight and learn how to access your own inner resources for a calm life while enjoying wonderful food and great natural beauty in a nurturing and supportive environment.
Apart from Sarah’s signature fitness group activities we offer private sessions to develop an exercise, relaxation and nutritional programme tailored to your needs and lifestyle. Our delicious, healthy meals are prepared using local, organic ingredients wherever possible to boost flavour and nutritional value.
The BLOOM Creative Writing & Nature Walks Retreat
29th September – 4th October
From €950
Discover your true inner voice through a series of exploratory life writing and creative writing sessions and guided walks under the gentle guidance of professional writer, journalist and writing mentor Elaine Kingett.
This retreat is not so much about technique, academic ability or previous writing experience, more about delight in the written recording and expression of our individual existence. Each day, after relaxing Mindfulness Mediation, you will take part in a guided walk to fire up your imagination and to discover the supernatural beauty of northern Mallorca, which has inspired writers such as Robert Graves and Anaïs Nin.
During the rest of your day, Elaine will lead you through various writing exercises and you’ll also spend time on memoir and autobiographical writing, journaling and letter writing. In the evening you are encouraged to share your work with supportive, like-minded women to learn and grow as a writer.
The BLOOM Yoga & Ayurvedic Cooking Retreat
12th – 17th October 2013
From €950
Yoga & Ayurveda are two ancient healing arts with profound wisdom and insight into our human nature, revering life as a sacred system to which every living thing in the universe belongs. Both help us to develop awareness about our bodies and lifestyles guiding us towards balance, strength and wellbeing.
You will start the day with meditation and a gentle yoga practice. The postures have a beneficial impact on the whole body, toning muscles, ligaments, joints and nerves, stimulating circulation and helping to release stress and toxins from the body.
During the morning there are sessions presenting the principles of ayurveda and how to apply them in your daily life learning what your body needs to bring it back into balance.
Cooking is a very grounding practice, connecting us directly with the earth. There will be opportunities for hands on cooking, to learn and enjoy delicious recipes and share our experiences in the kitchen.
The BLOOM Inner Artist Retreat
4th – 8th November 2013
From €820
Join Frances Baxter and Mariana Alzamora, two renowned artists from Mallorca’s thriving creative community to explore and develop your own inner artist.
The retreat combines expert instruction in clay molding, drawing and painting with Lynne’s unique SEED coaching tools to help you lead a creative, abundant and purposeful life. International artists Frances Baxter and Mariana Alzamora will be your guides as you explore how to make clay goddess figures, draw your own self-portrait and paint through the magic of nature. You will get in-depth feedback about your work from Mariana and Frances and be able to share your experience and creative output with the other participants in a safe and nurturing environment.
The BLOOM Women’s Creative Leadership Retreat with Lynne Franks
14th-19th November 2013
From €1,690
After twenty years of business success, and ten years of developing programmes for women in leadership, Lynne has designed a unique process for the realisation of ones highest potential. In this retreat, she integrates spiritual values with professional insights and personal fulfilment techniques, to create a holistic blueprint for a healthy and successful life.
Alongside the enjoyable programme of transformation and change, Lynne will work with each member of the retreat on a one-to-one basis, coaching them personally and professionally to achieve their dreams. She will focus on all areas of life relevant to a modern woman including relationships, career, emotional wealth and physical well-being.
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