Physical & Mental Preparation - Yoga of the 5 Elements - Hautes-Pyrénées
In summary
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Sports
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Duration4 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationNéouvielle Massif / Hautes-Pyrénées
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AgeFrom 18 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions61.17 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
A training camp designed for athletes who want to progress in a different way: better recovery, increased mobility, and mental strength. For four days in the heart of the Hautes-Pyrénées, at Maison Akasha near Campan, the Yoga of the 5 Elements combines mountain exertion with recovery techniques.
– Land : two mountain hikes for endurance and grounding.
– Water : two cold dips in the Adour, a practice used by many athletes to recover and better resist stress.
– Fire : dynamic yoga (Vinyasa, Ashtanga) for strength, mobility and core stability.
– Air : breathwork and pranayama to optimize breathing and effort management.
– Ether : guided meditation and mantra chanting for concentration.
Each date also has its own theme : Yin Yoga myofascial release, cold resistance, breathwork, silent retreat… Choose the one that best suits your goals. For the three winter Yoga and Ski retreats, skiing replaces hiking and cold plunges.
In a small group of 4 to 8 people, you'll be guided by Gregory, a yoga teacher and trainer, and co-founder of Sattva Yoga Shala in Toulouse since 2016. All yoga levels are welcome. Veggy Vitalité vegetarian meals support your workout and recovery. You'll leave with practical routines to incorporate into your training.
The highlights
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Yoga, hiking and cold baths: a complete program for better recovery
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Breathwork and meditation to strengthen the mind and manage effort
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Small group of 8 maximum, in a guesthouse high in the mountains
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
The expert's opinion
- All levels welcome: yoga beginners are welcome! Each session offers variations, from the gentlest to the most intense, to adapt to your sporting activity.
- Each date has its own theme, which guides the sessions:
- When the body releases tension (November 20-23, 2026): Myofascial Yin Yoga
- When the cold is your ally (December 25-28, 2026 and January 8-11, 2027): resistance to the cold
- When the snow is fresh (Jan. 29-Feb. 1), When skiing thrills you (Feb. 12-15), When descending elevates you (Feb. 19-22, 2027): yoga and skiing, skiing replaces hiking and cold baths (lift pass at your own expense)
- When your body is purifying itself (March 19-22, 2027): detox juice cleanse
- When your emotions are expressed (March 26-29, 2027): breathwork
- When silence soothes you (April 9-12, 2027): a silent retreat
- When the sacred uplifts you (May 7-10, 2027): kirtan and kundalini
- When the Warrior Lays Down His Arms (May 14-17, 2027): A retreat exclusively for men
- When Nature Calls You (June 18-21, 2027): Mindful Walking
In figures
Yoga
- Average duration/day: 1h30
- 1 average daily practices
Hiking
- Average duration/day: 5h30
- Average distance/day: 11 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 450 m
- Average daily descent: 450 m
Management
French
English
With many years of practice and teaching experience, Gregory has drawn his knowledge from the world's greatest yoga masters. Co-founder of the Sattva Yoga Shala school in Toulouse since 2016, he now continues to share his knowledge in an immersive setting in the heart of the Hautes-Pyrénées.
He shares his passions with as many people as possible, in all their depth and simplicity, by offering complete immersions combining yoga, nature and self-improvement.
An experienced yogi for many years, Gregory is here to guide you in expressing your emotions and unlocking your full potential. During his workshops, he uses five activities linked to the five elements to help you transform.
Program
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Welcome and soft mobility: easing tensions
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h30
- Number of practices per day 1
- Accommodation Private chalet
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Arrival from 5 pm at Maison Akasha, in the heart of the Hautes-Pyrénées. While you settle in, a non-alcoholic aperitif and a snack will be waiting for you. At 6:30 pm, the workshop begins with an introductory circle, followed by a Yin Yoga session: postures held for extended periods to release fascia, increase range of motion, and free up tension accumulated during training. A potluck dinner will be held at 9 pm to get to know the group.
Day 1 -
Earth, Water and Air: endurance, cold bath and breath
- Transportation Car - 10h - 10km
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h30
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 5h30
- Distance 15 km
- Positive elevation gain 600 m
- Negative elevation 600 m
- Accommodation Private chalet
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Wake up at 8:30 am with a Hatha Prana session, combining postures and pranayama to activate your breath before exercise. After an Ayurvedic infusion and a snack, set off for a mountain hike, with a picnic lunch at the summit. Return around 4 pm for a cold plunge in the Adour River to kickstart muscle recovery, followed by free time to relax. At 6:30 pm, a breathwork (rebirthing) session: a deep breathwork session to release tension and better manage stress. Dinner at 9 pm.
Day 2 -
Fire and Ether: Dynamic Yoga and Deep Recovery
- Transportation Car - 10h - 15km
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h30
- Number of practices per day 2
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 5h30
- Distance 6 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Accommodation Private chalet
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
At 8:30 a.m., Vinyasa Flow: a dynamic yoga practice that synchronizes breath and movement to work on strength, core stability, and mobility. Ayurvedic herbal tea and a snack, followed by another mountain hike with a picnic lunch at the summit. Around 4:00 p.m., a second cold plunge in the Adour River, followed by quiet relaxation. At 6:30 p.m., a Yin Yoga session and guided meditation for deep physical and mental recovery. Dinner at 9:00 p.m.
Day 3 -
Integration: final session and return to calm
- Transportation Car - 20h - 16km
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h30
- Number of practices per day 1
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The final practice session is at 9:00 AM with an Ashtanga Vinyasa class, a dynamic and demanding yoga style that engages the entire body. At 11:00 AM, enjoy a healthy and convivial brunch. In the early afternoon, those who wish can extend their relaxation at Aquensis, the thermal spa in Bagnères-de-Bigorre (hammam, sauna, hot tubs; 2-hour AquaPass, €20, is an additional cost). The retreat concludes around 3:30 PM.
Day 4
Note
This program forms the common basis of all our 5 Elements Yoga workshops. Each date adds a theme that guides the sessions:
• November 20-23, 2026 · When the body releases tension (Yin Yoga myofascial)
• December 25-28, 2026 and January 8-11, 2027 · When the cold is your ally (cold resistance)
• January 29–February 1, 2027 · When the snow is fresh (yoga and skiing)
• February 12-15, 2027 · When gliding thrills you (yoga and skiing)
• February 19-22, 2027 · When going down lifts you up (yoga and skiing)
• March 19-22, 2027 · When your body purifies itself (detox juice cleanse)
• March 26-29, 2027 · When your emotions are expressed (breathwork)
• April 9-12, 2027 · When silence soothes you (silent retreat)
• May 7-10, 2027 · When the sacred elevates you (kirtan and kundalini)
• May 14-17, 2027 · When the Warrior Lays Down His Arms (retreat exclusively for men)
• June 18-21, 2027 · When Nature Calls You (Mindful Walking)
Yoga and Ski Retreats: hiking and cold baths are replaced by ski sessions. Your ski pass is not included.
Schedules and activities can be adapted according to the group and the weather.
Accommodation
In the heart of the Bigourdane mountains at an altitude of 1000m, come and discover our chalet which has a space of 280m2.
Outside, the 3000m2 garden offers views of the mountain range and faces due south. The house is surrounded by donkeys, horses, cows and sheep, and if you are lucky, you might even spot stags, does and their fawns, roe deer, foxes, badgers and the magnificent birds of the region!
Access
- Shuttle service available from Lourdes airport or from the SNCF train stations of Tournay or Tarbes (optional service / please contact us)
Go to the starting point
- Carpooling is possible between participants.
- Airport shuttle service available to Maison Akasha (optional service / please contact us)
- Large parking lot available
Price details
The price includes
- 3 nights in superior comfort rooms (to be shared with other participants)
- 8 delicious Veggy Vitality meals (breakfasts or brunches/lunches + lunches and dinners + drinks)
- 5 Yoga classes
- 2 baths in the Adour river
- 2 hikes in nature (all levels)
- 1 breathwork evening (rebirthing)
- Guided meditations + sacred mantra chanting
- Bed linen and towels (towels, sheets)
- Toiletries (organic and vegan shampoo, conditioner and shower gel)
- Loan of yoga equipment (mats, blocks, straps, blankets, bolsters) and hiking equipment (walking poles) if needed
The price does not include
- Transport to the accommodation (carpooling possible between participants)
- Access to the thermal spa in Bagnères-de-Bigorre (AquaPass 2H = €20)
- Akasha shuttles (extra charge)
- The ski package (Yoga and Ski courses)
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Yoga mat + blocks, straps, bolsters, massage rollers, blanket.
- Hiking poles if you don't have any.
Equipment to bring
- A pair of shoes suitable for water, and if possible, neoprene diving socks are very useful for keeping your feet warm (in winter). They are available in stores for between €10 and €20 depending on the brand.
- Hiking boots that provide ankle support are recommended; those without them are responsible for their own safety. Please avoid low-cut or slippery sneakers.
- Hiking poles or ski poles are a great asset for your comfort and safety. They will allow you to walk more easily; you can find them in all sports shops (between €15 and €30 a pair), and we can lend you some if you don't have any.
- Yoga and Ski Camps: we strongly advise you to bring your own ski equipment. Rental is available on site if needed.
Clothing to bring
- For Yoga: Leggings or comfortable sweatpants.
- For swimming in the river, a swimsuit and a beach towel will be necessary.
- For hiking: high-top walking shoes, light backpack, water bottle, sunglasses, cap, hat.
- In autumn/winter, think about warm and comfortable clothing (down jacket or coat, fleece, hat, gloves, thick socks, raincoat, hat or scarf, etc…).
- In spring/summer, pack light and technical clothing for hiking.
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