‘The ultimate yin and yang - pushed, cold, wet and happy, rewarded with blissful warmth, companionship, beautiful food and relaxation.’ -Fiona Richardson
A magical and rugged location nestled amongst an old Caledonian pine forest at the foot of the famous mountain ‘Beinn Alligin’.
I invite you to come on this retreat with an open mind, ready to enjoy the simple things in life that we forget to appreciate and, hopefully, my enthusiasm for Scotland’s rugged, challenging and inspiring landscape will rub off on you!
The 4 day Rugged Retreat
Date: 29th August- 2nd September 2024
Time: Thursday Evening - Monday Morning
Available Places: 8
Price: £925 Per Person
Event Details:
This retreat has all the nourishing elements of the others, however, the added extra of a mountain day.
This retreat is for you if you want to relax and learn but also push yourself a little and enjoy the breathtaking views on top of Torridon’s finest Summits.
Yaz, who is also a Summer Mountain Leader, will guide a hill day during the 4-day retreat. The reward of coming back to a cosy cottage and enjoying a feast and evening yoga, perhaps even a session in the hot tub for tired muscles, is well worth the effort.
Accommodation, food and all activities are included in the cost.
Activities include:
Wild fitness sessions in the forest or on the beach
Guided mountain day
Yoga throughout the weekend
Hands-on fermentation workshops and interactive learning
A Fermented Feast
Wild Swims
Hot-Tub sessions
Pilates
Sun-Downers
Live music session
* Please note that alcohol (feel free to bring your own bottle) and massage* are not included in the cost.
*An optional extra for massage over the weekend. Our amazing therapist, Lulu, will be on-site at the weekend to deliver a range of treatments. This costs £50 for 1 hour of massage and needs to be added on at the time of booking.
The 3 day Winter Warmer
Date: October 25th -28th October 2024
Time: Friday Afternoon - Monday Morning
Available Places: 8
Price: £825 Per Person
Event Details:
This is for you if you have had a busy summer and want to ease into winter but also regain motivation. A slower pace in comparison to the 4-day rugged retreat as we move with the seasons.
All activities are still on offer apart from the hill day, as the weather at this time of year can be wild.
Accommodation, food and all activities are included in the cost.
Activities include:
Wild fitness sessions in the forest or on the beach
Yoga throughout the weekend
Hands-on fermentation workshops and interactive learning
Recipe creation
Seaweed foraging
Natural face steams
Wild swims
Hot-tub sessions
Live music
Breath-works
* Please note that alcohol (bring your own tipple) and massage* are not included in the cost.
* An optional extra for massage over the weekend. Our amazing therapist, Lulu, will be on-site at the weekend to deliver a range of treatments. This costs £50 for 1 hour of massage and needs to be added on at the time of booking.
Accommodation
CORRY LODGE
With the hum of River Corry nearby and a peaceful front garden looking out toward Loch Torridon, where else would you rather be? Corry Lodge sleeps eight people with one bedroom with an ensuite, three twin bedrooms and two shared bathrooms - one larger bathroom with bath and shower and a smaller shower room. There is a large kitchen which is great for entertaining and a living room with a cosy fireplace. There is wifi access as well as TV/DVD and a laundry room with washer and dryer and outdoor hot tub.
GARDENERS COTTAGE
Surrounded by woodland, fields and old fruit trees, Gardeners Cottage provides a peaceful location for your holiday. There are three bedrooms, all of which can be double or twin rooms, allowing a comfortable cottage for six guests. The cottage has one bathroom with shower and bath. A spacious kitchen with all the kitchen equipment required for self-catering, as well as large living area with a fireplace. Enjoy a sea and mountain view from the outdoor seating area or hot tub in the garden. Well behaved pets are welcome, but an extra fee may apply. Wifi access, TV, DVD and speakers provided.
Food and Drink
All food will be provided over the retreat. I will be doing all the catering which will include warming hearty breakfast, packed lunches if we are out or a warm meal if on site and a nutritious dinner. As we are by the sea there will be a big emphasis on seafood and coastal foraging and preservation.
All dietary requirements are possible just let me know! Anything that we forage we will eat! I want each retreat to feel totally relaxed so if you enjoy a glass or two of red wine in the evening please feel free to bring some along or a dram as a wee night cap. I won’t provide alcohol for the group over the weekend but everything else is covered.
It’s hard to describe how incredible a wilderness fitness retreat is, never mind adding the majestic Torridon into the mix!
Thank you so much, Yaz for creating something awesome. You nailed it!
Adele Gibb
Adele Gibb
If you only do one retreat, make it this one. Connect or Reconnect with the Scottish highlands in a fully immersive experience that does wonderful things for your soul. Something magical happens on these retreats, and no part of me is left untouched by the warmth, knowledge, and passion this collective of beautiful souls shares over the weekend. Don’t even think about it, GO!! Promise you’ll love it!!!
Amanda Christie
Amanda Christie
Yazzie has the most unflinchingly positive attitude of anyone I know. Time with her leaves you feeling inspired to give anything a go. She makes you feel good about yourself and seems to genuinely care about helping you achieve your goals. I’m going to treat myself to a Wilderness Fit every year!”
Pennie Latin Stuart
Pennie Latin Stuart
It was a weekend filled with warmth, cold -outdoor circuits and wild water swimming (or ‘dookin’ in my case), yoga, fires, hot tub foraging, pilates, and the most incredible food. I learned so much and came away relaxed, rejuvenated and inspired.
Moira Greene
Moira GreeneTime stood still for me this weekend. I was a bit apprehensive coming to a retreat on my own but I did not need to worry as Yaz and her team gave us such a warm welcome.
The calming atmosphere was inspiring meeting so many strong women and learning from their disciplines (yoga, fermentation, strength training, pilates) and was definite highlight for me.
Corinne Thomas
Corinne Thomas
The ultimate yin and yang- pushed, cold, wet and happy, rewarded with blissful warmth, companionship, beautiful food and relaxation.
Fiona Richardson
Fiona Richardson
beautifully balanced day. Fun, Supportive, hard, relaxing. I’m leaving feeling contentedly worked and energised. Thanks so much
Lee Craigie
Lee Craigie