16th - 19th November, 2024, Essaouira, Morocco
The Cyclical Womban Retreat
JUST IMAGINE...
Being nourished inside and out, feeling inspired and confident to embrace a cyclical way of life that is aligned to your menstrual cycle/the lunar cycle, for deep healing & transformation to occur.
Enjoying delicious and healthy meals, movement, connection, learning and deeply relaxing. Making new friends and incredible memories in a fascinating culture, with everything taken care of.
This is for you if:
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You love that feeling of self-care when you've eaten well and started your mornings with movement in a community of like-minded women
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You'd like to explore a different culture and eat the most delicious food
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You're interested to understand what it means to tap into our feminine and live cyclically, and you'd like to have the chance to implement that over the retreat (different seeds, teas, and movement will be offered depending where you are in your cycle/the lunar cycle)
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You're in need of some feminine nourishment, some time away from the demands of the world, and time to connect back to yourself
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You'd like to meet and connect with other women
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You're craving some 'me time' (the space is large with so many beautifil areas to sit, have some quiet time and reflect. All activities are optional so that you can create the retreat that YOU need).
Typical Day
Days typically start at around 8 am and end around 8/9 pm. There will be lots of time for rest throughout the day and all activities are optional depending on your energy levels and what you’d like to get out of the retreat.
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From 7 am: Fruit and seeds + Coffee/Tea (option to cycle sync, and have seeds & tea specific to your menstrual cycle phase with my guidance)
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8 am: Vinyasa flow - connect to your phase of the cycle or energy levels that day
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9 - 10 am: Breakfast
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10am - 1pm: Cycle syncing workshop
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1 - 2 pm: Lunch
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1 - 4.30 pm: Free time (relax/read/swim/optional extra activity or trip into Essaouira)
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4.30 pm - 5.30 pm: Fun connection games
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6-7 pm: Yin, pranayama, meditation & massage
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7 -8 pm: Dinner
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7.30 - 8.30pm - Women's Circle around the fire & under the stars
Included in the retreat price is a group trip to the local hammam spa for a traditional Moroccan spa experience.
We are lucky enough to have the whole of Mellow Beach House for this very special retreat.
All the electricity in the house is provided by solar panels and batteries, we reuse gray water (shower water) to water the few plants and trees on the property, we have a dry toilet system (0 waste of water), we recycle our waste and we compost.
Many little corners await you to relax in the sun, in the shade, indoors or outdoors. Enjoy the terrace with breathtaking views of the ocean and the countryside ,as well as the small outdoor lounges to relax in peace. The campfire area with its cozy sofa to relax in the evening, La Poolette (small pool) to cool off and chill.
Nestled in a Thuya forest in the heights of the fishing and surfing village of Sidi Kaouki, Mellow Beach House offers you breathtaking views of the ocean and the countryside, while being just 20 min (20km) from the city of Essaouira, Morocco.
Extra Activities
(additional cost)
On-site:
- Massages
- Beauty treatments (manicure, pedicure, facials, waxing, etc.)
- Traditional tattoos with natural Henna
- Traditional Gnaoua music sunset/dinner time
Off-site:
- Horse or camel riding
- Water sports (surf, kitesurf)
- Ride in the dunes and sand surfing (surfing on the sand)
- Ride in buggy, quad or 4x4
- Ride in small electric motorcycles
- Discovery of the old medina (with or without guide)
Room Options
The house consists of 7 bedrooms set around 2 patios :
– 3 Double Rooms
– 2 Triple Rooms
– 3 Family Rooms
Sharing a room will be a lovely experience to make a new friend, and there are so many hidden and secluded spaces throughout the space that you will always be able to find some peace and alone time if that is what you're needing.
There is also a small swimming pool, hanging nets in the trees, hammocks, and plenty of relaxing places to be. It really is a special place and I can't wait to share it with you.
If you have any questions, or to confirm your booking, please email me at hello@catbutterfield.co.uk to arrange your room and take your payment. Earlybird discount saving you £100 ends on Wednesday 29th June, and spaces will fill so do get in touch!
Transportation can be arranged, as well as shared taxis (we will have a whatsapp group to virtually meet and plan travel, so plently of time to make joint travel plans with others too).
Rough costs:
From Essaouira airport to Mellow Beach House
- Around £20-30 per person
Once I know numbers and people's flights, I will arrange for private transportation for those who need it directly with Mellow Beach House.
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Check-in: from 3:00 p.m on the Saturday
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If you plan to arrive early, you can enjoy the space on Saturday.
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If you arrive late (even in the middle of the night), our house keeper will welcome you.
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Shower towels as well as eco shampoo, shower gel and hand soap are at your disposal.
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If you need extra towels for the beach, please ask the team on site.
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Yoga mats are also included. You just need yourself, some clothes and an open heart.
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Welcome goody bag included, with a journal and a pen included for the workshops.
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Weather in November will be around 20 - 25 degrees C, however it does drop a little at night so please bring some warmer clothes.
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Included: Accomodation, 3 delicious meals per day, snacks, teas and coffee, 2 yoga classes per day, workshop each day, trip to a hammam spa for traditional moroccan spa experience, towels, yoga mats, eco shampoo, conditioner & shower gel, goody bag including special gifts & journal and pen for workshops/journaling.
Not included: flights, transport to and from airport (I will arrange once flights are booked and won't be more than £50 both ways), extra activities (can be booked and added on in advance, please enquire if you would like to)
