Yoga Holidays in the South of France
With Charles and Emine
May 17 - 22, 2026
6 days – 5 night Yoga retreat in Shanti Lake, South of France.
What if your holiday was not about taking a break from your life, but returning to yourself? Yoga Holidays at Shanti Lake is a gentle self-retreat, a space to slow down, soften, and reconnect with your natural rhythm. This is your time to unwind the nervous system, to listen inward, and to remember that flow is already your nature.
The Sacred Pause
Our program is intentionally spacious, designed to honor the “quiet intelligence” of your own timing. Rather than a rigid itinerary that demands your energy, we offer a rhythmic flow of Embodied Yoga, restorative breathwork, and deep meditation that invites your energy to return. Between our guided sessions, the sanctuary of Shanti Lake provides the ultimate canvas for integration. You might find yourself drifting in a boat on the still water, warming your bones in the sauna, or sharing a silent tea in a sun-drenched corner. Here, the boundary between “practice” and “life” begins to soften, allowing the peace you cultivate on the mat to seep into your walk, your breath, and your presence.
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The Unhurried Pace: We prioritize quality of presence over quantity of poses.
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Somatic Nourishment: Our organic, plant-based meals are designed to ground the nervous system and delight the senses.
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Environmental Support: The birdsong, the rustle of the leaves, and the mirror-like surface of the lake act as co-teachers in your journey of return.
The rhythm of each day unfolds slowly, creating space for insight, integration, and inner listening to emerge naturally. The afternoon class allow exploration of Pranayama and movements based awarness.
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Day 1 |
2.00pm 4.00pm – 6.00pm 6.30pm |
Arrival Opening and practice Dinner |
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Day 2-5 |
8.00am – 10am 10.30am 4.00pm – 6.00pm 6.30pm 8.00pm – 9.00pm |
Meditation and Asana practice Brunch and rest / integration Movements and breathing Dinner Evening practice / group activity |
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Day 6 |
8.00am – 10am 10.30am 13.00 |
Meditation and Asana practice Brunch Check-out |
Come alone or with a friend, Come curious, Come exactly as you are.
Nourishment for Body and Soul
The transformation is supported by the land and the table. Our culinary team prepares vibrant, plant-based, and organic meals twice daily, brunch and dinner, using fresh ingredients that ground and sustain your energy.
During your personal time, the entirety of Shanti Lake is yours to explore. Whether you find clarity by the water’s edge, warmth in the sauna, or a quiet moment in one of our many “cosy corners,” the environment is an extension of the practice itself—a sanctuary for returning to your true nature.
About the Leaders
Charles
Charles is a vegan Chef and Yoga teacher who brings a rich, holistic approach to yoga—blending physical practice with deep yogic philosophy, devotion, and conscious living. His journey began over eight years ago and has since taken him across India and beyond for several years, studying under renowned teachers in Hatha, Iyengar, Yoga Therapy, and […]
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Emine
Lakshmi Emine is a passionate, authentic, and experienced yoga teacher who brings together the various traditions she explored during her extensive travels across India. After spending nearly two years living and training in Hatha Yoga at a traditional ashram (monastery) in South India, she went on to study Iyengar Yoga and Yoga Therapy with renowned […]
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