RETREATS
28th February 2026 - Half Day Retreat
Wintering to Springing:
A Half-Day Yoga Retreat at MaxWell Being
Saturday, 28th February, 2026. 12:30-16:30 - £60
MaxWell Being, Maxwell House, Mincingfield Lane, Durley,
SO32 2BR
Transition gently from the quiet introspection of Winter into the renewed energy of Spring. This four-hour retreat includes Yoga, contrast therapy, self-massage and Yoga Nidra.
Enjoy a restful afternoon of yoga, contrast therapy, self-massage and Yoga Nidra in the beautiful countryside setting of Maxwell House. Less than 30 minutes from Winchester and only 45 minutes from Portsmouth, this peaceful retreat sits on the outskirts of Durley. Nestled in serene natural surroundings, it offers the feeling of stepping away from the city and into the gentle embrace of nature.
The yurt provides the perfect sanctuary for the day, blending comfort with the outdoors to create an ideal space for an afternoon of deep self-care and restoration.
What to expect
The retreat begins with a grounding gentle yoga practice, integrating corrective movement, biomechanics and pain-science-informed exercises.
The afternoon continues with contrast therapy and a brief, accessible lecture on the science behind hot and cold exposure, how it influences the nervous system, supports stress resilience and enhances overall well-being.
You’ll then move into myofascial self-massage to unwind patterns of tension, support joint mobility, soothe anxiety and reconnect with your breath.
We will close with a tranquil Yoga Nidra practice, helping your body and mind soften, integrate and prepare for the expanding energy of spring.
The Schedule
Saturday, 28th February, 2026. 12:30-16:30
12:15 Arrival & Welcome
12:30 Gentle Yoga
13:30 Sauna & Plunge (outdoor cold plunge optional), followed by snacks and refreshments
15:00 Self Myofascial release
16:00 Yoga Nidra
16:30 Departure
MaxWell Being, Maxwell House, Mincingfield Lane, Durley,
SO32 2BR
Why hot and cold?
Potential benefits:
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cardiovascular and respiratory health
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reduced stress
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mood enhancement
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improve muscle recovery
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pain relief
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increase blood flow
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boost the immune system
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reduce inflammation
(outdoor cold plunge optional)
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Complimentary refreshments and snacks will be provided on the day.
Self Myofascial Release
Experience the power of self-myofascial release, a gentle, therapeutic approach to easing tension and restoring balance in your body. Using soft therapy balls, you’ll massage muscles and fascia to improve mobility, enhance coordination, reduce stress and support overall well-being. This practice is accessible, mindful and designed to leave you feeling grounded, open and renewed.
Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidra, also known as yogic sleep or its more recent term, Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR), is a guided meditation that leads the practitioner into a state between wakefulness and sleep; a place of profound relaxation and inner stillness.
Through a series of guided gentle mental exercises, Yoga Nidra allows the practitioner to disengage from the conscious mind, release layers of tension, stress and anxiety and support healing from conditions such as PTSD and other psychological imbalances. Physiologically, it can lower inflammation, calm the nervous system and restore balance.
On a deeper level, Yoga Nidra offers a pathway to self connection, insight and mastery.
TESTIMONIAL
I have been lucky enough to have enjoyed three yoga retreats with Kat, my first in 2019, in Cornwall.
Each one has been slightly different, but all have been amazing. An opportunity to meet new friends and hear about different journeys in lovely environments and safe spaces. The yoga is always well thought out and Kat will work with her students to make sure they get the very best from the experience.
What Kat brings as a teacher and friend is totally unique, her warmth, understanding and compassion shine from her. Her classes are always varied and can be challenging. Since working with Kat I feel so much more positive about my journey into my latter years, her approach to teaching is inspiring and joyful.
JH