Yoga & Pilates Retreat with Jana & Kevin

Enjoy A week's getaway to deepen your Yoga & Pilates practice with Absolute Sanctuary's expert instructors!

A week away with Absolute Sanctuary’s expert Yoga & Pilates instructors Jana & Kevin has been designed to bring you deeper into a Yoga & Pilates practice for both beginners and regular practitioners alike. Through daily themed sessions Jana will guide you in working your physical and emotional body from the hips to opening the heart, to strengthening your arms and restoring balance to your body, whilst Kevin will take you on a journey of discovery of the versatility of Pilates, working your body in all planes of motions through the use of the reformer machine, props and accessories. The retreat culminates with the integration of both practices where you will experience the complimentary balance between the strength and flexibility of Pilates and movement of flow of Yoga.

A truly immersive week, the retreat also includes an Art of Alignment workshop by Jana and Fundamentals of Pilates workshop by Kevin to equip you with the knowledge of engaging in these practices safely and effectively, optimising your practice. A private session of yoga or Pilates is also included to give you the opportunity to work on a one-on-one basis with our experts.

A retreat with Absolute Sanctuary is not complete without integrating our signature massage therapies and wholesome spa cuisine amidst our idyllic surroundings. We’ve also arranged for a bespoke outdoor experience to explore Samui on top of a paddleboard ensuring an unforgettable retreat experience.

Remark : Retreat suitable for Beginner to Intermediate level.

Retreat Inclusions:

• 7 Nights Accommodation in selected room type
• 1 x Daily themed group Pilates class
• 1 x Daily themed group Yoga class
• Daily pranayama & meditation session
• Opening & closing circles
• 3 x 60 min Choice of massage ( Absolute Thai Stretch, Absolute Aroma , Absolute Foot retreat)
• 1 x Pilates fundamentals workshop by Kevin
• 1 x Art of Alignment yoga workshop by Jana
• 1 x Choice of Private Yoga or Private Pilates session
• 3 x Buffet Meals a day
• 1 x Dinner on arrival day
• Breakfast & Lunch on Departure Day
• 1 x Bespoke SUP evening paddle excursion
• 1 x Bespoke Elephant Feeding Experience at Samui Elephant Kingdom
• 1 x cultural visit to the night market
• Round Trip Airport transfer from Samui airport
• Shuttle service to nearly beaches
• 20% Discount on Ala carte Spa & Wellness treatments
• 20% Discount on Additional Food & Beverage

About Your Retreat Leaders

JANA BRAUER – ABSOLUTE SANCTUARY LEAD YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Jana originally from Berlin Germany got first introduced to Yoga when traveling Thailand in 2005. Her journey of teaching began, after moving to Koh Samui in 2007 were she completed her Hot Yoga teacher training.

Since joining Absolute Sanctuary’s teaching team in 2010, Jana has grown to become the resort’s lead yoga instructor sharing her love and passion for yoga with people from around the globe, all walks of life and backgrounds, while on their holiday to the beautiful island of Koh Samui.

Jana teaches a variety of classes from Hot to Restorative Yoga. With her caring personality, she always looks after her student’s needs. Coming from back injury herself, she knows the importance of offering a space of trust and safety were every student is given room to honor and nurture their body and minds.

Jana has undergone 500 + hours of yoga teacher training /workshops recognized and certified by Yoga Alliance and further expanded her teaching skills by becoming a Stott Pilates Trained Mat and Reformer instructor in 2018/19.

KEVIN JAN SALUMBIDES – ABSOLUTE SANCTUARY PILATES & FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

From the Philippines, Kevin is a certified Pilates and American Council of Exercise ( ACE) Fitness Instructor. With 8 years of teaching experience under his belt, Kevin is well versed in athletic conditioning, pre/post natal Pilates and scoliosis management. A licensed nurse, Kevin has taught both in the Philippines and Middle East and is known for his fun , dynamic classes and ability to guide his students in the correct form of movement.