Feeling constantly “on”?
A yoga & mindfulness retreat to slow down and reconnect
19-21 June, 2025, Lennik, Belgium
“When you stop trying to do everything, you can finally start doing what matters.”
Oliver Burkeman, Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals
Busyness has become a badge of honor — yet it often leaves us depleted, overstimulated and disconnected from what matters most. Many of us move from one obligation to the next, running on autopilot, rarely stopping long enough to feel where we actually are.
An invitation to pause and step off the treadmill. Not to fix yourself or become “better,” but to slow down and rest in your own experience.
This might be for you if…
- Being constantly “on,” even when nothing urgent is happening.
- Carrying tension in your body without fully noticing it.
- Pushing through the days and missing the feeling of ease.
- Longing for space where nothing is expected of you.
A gentle return to yourself might be closer than you think.
What to expect from this retreat?
👉Guided mindfulness practice, gentle yoga, and supportive techniques offered in a welcoming, accessible space. All experience levels are welcome.
👉 Time away from daily demands — space to recharge your body and mind, and to move at a slower, more intentional pace.
👉 Nourishing, homemade vegetarian meals shared around the table, with room for quiet connection or simple presence.
👉 Peaceful walks in nearby nature, offering grounding, fresh air, and moments to reconnect with the outdoors.
What you’ll experience:
RESET AND REST
Step away from constant stimulation and give your nervous system space to settle.
MOVE AND BREATHE
Gentle movement, mindfulness, and guided practices to release tension and reconnect with your body.
NOURISH AND RECONNECT
Wholesome meals, time in nature, and quiet connection with yourself and others.
The programme:
08:00 |
Morning yoga and guided meditation |
09:15 |
Breakfast and free time |
13:00 |
Lunch |
16:00 |
Nature walk |
17:00 |
Afternoon guided meditation and other mixed practices |
18:30 |
Dinner |
20:15 |
Relaxation (Breathwork, restorative yoga, mindful movement) |
📌This is a sample program, and the final schedule will be shared upon your arrival. Please note that the agenda is subject to change. We kindly ask that you commit to the full duration of the retreat to make the most of the experience.
The venue:
The retreat is hosted at Het Verblijf, a beautiful oasis of peace and nature located only a few kilometers from Brussels. Housed in an authentic three-sided farm that has stood in the rolling Pajottenland landscape for more than 200 years, the location offers an ideal respite from busy life.
Accommodations:
Standard accommodation is a cozy shared room with two single beds and private bathroom. Linens and towels are provided.
Food & drinks:
We love cooking and eating! Participants will be treated to delicious, homemade vegetarian meals. Coffee, tea, and water will be available throughout the day. Please mention in your registration if you have any specific dietary requirements.
Meet the teachers:
Valerie Jennings is a certified mindfulness teacher and mental health coach. Alongside mindfulness, she is interested in positive psychology, the formation of healthy habits and beliefs and the elements of well-being. She offers mindfulness-based retreats and coaching through her organization, Nature of MIND.
Maria Baldonedo is a Spanish chemical engineer who moved to the Netherlands more than a decade ago. Her journey towards mindfulness started around ten years ago during a yoga retreat in the south of France. Four years ago, she decided to learn how to share that knowledge in a professional setting by becoming trained and certified as a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) teacher.
Ewa Litke is a certified yoga and mindfulness teacher with over 800h of teacher training in Europe, USA and Asia, both in yoga and mindfulness. Over the past couple of years, she has given courses and workshops and taught classes for individuals and companies. Privately, an expat mum of two, a dog-person, and a book lover.
Details:
Dates: 19-21/06/2026
Arrivals: from 17-18h on Friday, 19 June.
Departures: from 15-16h on Sunday, 21 June
Location: Rosweg 54, 1750 Lennik, Belgium
Rates:
- Early bird* - 425 EUR
- Regular price - 485 EUR
Registration deadline is 31 May
Maximum number of participants: 14
Minimum number of participants: 8
Registrations: To sign up, please click on the button below and fill out the registration form (Google Form).
A deposit of 100 EUR is required at time of registration with balance due before 31 May.
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*A limited number of Early Bird places are available this year. Once they are filled, the regular price will apply.
A Few Practical Questions (FAQ):
No previous experience is needed. The retreat is open to all levels, and the movement sessions are gentle and restorative. The focus is on relaxation and awareness rather than physical intensity, and you’re always encouraged to listen to your body and move at your own pace.
There may be moments of quiet during certain practices or parts of the day, but this is not a strict silent retreat. Silence is offered as an option, never a rule.
You are always free to rest when you need to. This retreat is not about pushing yourself, but about learning to listen to your body and respond with care.
Meals will be homemade, nourishing and vegetarian, shared in a relaxed communal setting.
Please let us know about any allergies or dietary needs when registering, and we will do our best to accommodate them.
Comfortable clothing for movement and relaxation, and appropriate layers for time outdoors depending on the weather. You may also want to bring anything that helps you feel at ease, such as a journal. All yoga props and practice materials will be provided on site.
Join Us for a Weekend
of Slowing Down
Give yourself the space to pause, reset, and reconnect.
To join us, please fill out the registration form below, followed by a short Google Form to provide further details.
