Lotus Retreat experiences

✨ Luxury Yoga & Pilates Retreats

Our luxury wellbeing retreats are designed for real people who want to feel better, move more, and take time out to recharge. Whether you’re searching for a yoga retreat in the UK, a Pilates retreat in Snowdonia, or an overseas yoga retreat in Portugal, we offer experiences that blend comfort, connection, and expert-led teaching.

Each retreat includes a mix of yoga, Pilates, relaxation, and lifestyle experiences, combined with beautiful surroundings and exceptional food.

🌍 Retreat Destinations – UK & Overseas

After hosting successful UK retreats, we are excited to expand our offering with carefully curated destinations both in the UK and abroad.

Having just returned from Moodz in Portugal - our venue for the retreat we held in July, we are delighted to confirm this will be our location for our next overseas retreat in June/July 2027.

In September we have our retreat in Snowdonia, combining movement, nature, and relaxation in one of the UK’s most breathtaking landscapes.

Each location is personally selected for its beauty, comfort, and calming atmosphere, ensuring every retreat delivers a truly special experience.

🧘 About Heidi – Founder & Lead Teacher

With over 10 years’ experience, I am a Bikram Yoga (Hot Yoga 26) teacher and founder of Hot Lotus Wellbeing Hub in Stockport, Manchester. I specialise in Bikram Yoga and Inferno Hot Pilates, and discovered hot yoga while recovering from injury—experiencing first-hand its transformative benefits.

I completed an intensive 500-hour Bikram Yoga teacher training in Thailand and have been teaching since 2015. I was also one of the first teachers in the UK to introduce Inferno Hot Pilates, training in the USA with its creator.

My additional training in Barre, Aerial Yoga, and Pregnancy Yoga has shaped my inclusive, down-to-earth teaching style. My passion is creating supportive, non-intimidating environments where everyone feels welcome and able to enjoy the experience at their own pace.

💫 What to Expect on a Retreat

Our yoga and Pilates retreats are relaxed yet refined, offering a balance of movement, rest, and enjoyment. You can expect:

  • Yoga and Pilates classes for all levels
  • Time to unwind with spa experiences and relaxation
  • Nourishing, high-quality food
  • Opportunities for walking, nature, and gentle exploration
  • Space to rest, reset, and reconnect

Whether you’re travelling solo, with friends, or as a couple, you’ll be welcomed into a friendly, inclusive community with no pressure—just the opportunity to enjoy the experience at your own pace.

👥 Who Are Our Retreats For?

Our retreats are designed for:

  • Beginners to advanced yoga and Pilates students
  • Men, women, and couples
  • Ages 18 to 80+
  • Anyone looking to improve wellbeing, fitness, and balance
  • Those who want luxury without exclusivity

At Lotus Retreat Experiences, wellbeing is about feeling good, not being perfect.

✈️ Upcoming Retreats

We are excited to offer a growing programme of UK and overseas yoga and Pilates retreats, including:

Snowdonia Retreat (September) – a UK-based retreat focused on nature, movement, and deep relaxation

Portugal Retreat (June/July 2027) – a sun-filled overseas escape combining yoga, Pilates, relaxation, and luxury surroundings

👉 Click below to view full retreat details, brochures, and booking information via our secure online portal.

💳 Booking Information

  • A £250/ £300 deposit secures your place
  • Flexible payment plans available
  • Early bird discounts (10%) available on selected retreats

🌿 Why Choose Lotus Retreat Experiences?

  • Expert-led yoga and Pilates retreats in the UK and abroad
  • Inclusive, welcoming environment for all levels
  • Focus on real wellbeing, not perfection
  • A unique blend of movement, relaxation, and lifestyle experiences

Click here to see details and testimonials from our retreats in 2021 & 2022

Click below to downloadable brochures:

LOTUS RETREAT EXPERIENCE - SNOWDONIA SEPTEMBER 2026

LOTUS RETREATS EXPERIENCE - PORTUGAL JULY 2026

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Lotus Retreat experiences  – Snowdonia September 2026

Lotus Retreat experiences – Snowdonia September 2026

Join us for a joyful late-summer retreat in the heart of North Wales.Think yoga, Pilates, meditation, stunning mountain scenery, coastal walks, sea dips, nourishing food and plenty of time to simply slow down, breathe and reconnect.Hosted by Heidi Sanderson, founder of Hot Lotus Wellbeing Hub, and co-hosted by the wonderful Abi, this retreat blends movement, relaxation and meaningful rituals to leave you feeling refreshed, re-energised and inspired.Each day you'll enjoy a carefully balanced programme with plenty of choice. Start your mornings with energising yoga or Pilates, spend time exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Snowdonia and the North Wales coastline, and unwind with restorative practices designed to help you switch off from everyday life.Throughout the weekend, Abi will share some truly special experiences. She'll guide a heart-opening Cacao Ceremony, combining meditation, breathwork and journaling whilst exploring the traditions and benefits of ceremonial cacao. She'll also lead a beautiful Fire Releasing Ritual, offering the opportunity to let go of old stories, limiting beliefs and anything that no longer serves you, leaving you feeling lighter, clearer and empowered.Abi is a Yoga Teacher and Celtic Witch based in Manchester, bringing warmth, wisdom and a deep respect for nature and ritual to the retreat. She will also be available throughout the weekend for optional Reiki and Tarot sessions should you wish to enjoy some additional healing, guidance or quiet reflection.Whether you're joining us to deepen your yoga practice, reconnect with nature, make new friendships or simply enjoy a weekend of rest and self-care, you'll find a welcoming, supportive space where you can be completely yourself.Our Location is located the perfect distance between the Snowdonia mountain range and the North Wales coastline. We're far enough into the countryside to see a clear starry sky at night while only being a 10 minute drive from the UNESCO site in Conwy.Our views are completely undisturbed and the only sounds are the soft breeze and occasional friendly sheep.With lovingly renovated cottages, a serene Japandi-inspired yoga studio, and breathtaking mountain views it is the perfect setting for rejuvenation, rest, joyful connection, and unforgettable experiences.Thanks to its convenient location, we’re able to enjoy three full days together. Arrival is from 10:30am on Friday, allowing you to settle in and begin your retreat without rush.We’ll close on Monday at 10am, following a nourishing breakfast to fuel your journey home—leaving you feeling restored, rejuvenated, and deeply cared for after this well-deserved escape.
Sep 18 - 21, 2026
Snowdonia

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£500
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Lotus Retreat experiences  – Portugal June / July 2027

Lotus Retreat experiences – Portugal June / July 2027

Join Heidi and Liz for a transformative 6-night Hot Bikram Yoga and Hot Pilates immersion in beautiful Portugal. Our Location Moodz, situated within an hour of Faro airport is set within a stunning private villa surrounded by nature. This truly luxurious retreat offers the perfect balance of yoga and pilates practice, restoration and deep relaxation. A place you'll never want to leave - a personal note from HeidiWhen I first arrived at Moodz I knew I'd found somewhere very special and there could be no other place to host our retreats.The dedicated hot yoga studio is unlike anything I've experienced on retreat before. Bright, spacious and overlooking the Portuguese hills, it gives us the opportunity to enjoy genuine Bikram Yoga and Inferno Hot Pilates practice in a purpose-built heated space.Outside, our beautiful yoga deck becomes the perfect place to gather for posture clinics, breathwork, workshops and ceremonies, surrounded by birdsong and breathtaking mountain views.Our Own Private Wellness SanctuaryOne of the things that makes this retreat so special is that Moodz is exclusively ours for the week.There are no other hotel guests. No queues for the sauna. No searching for a quiet corner. Just six days where you can completely step away from everyday life and settle into a slower, calmer pace.After your morning practice, cool down in the plunge pool, unwind in the Finnish or infrared sauna, or enjoy the soothing warmth of the hammam. Spend time in the mineral jacuzzi, whether that's quietly reflecting on your morning or chatting and laughing with your fellow retreat guests as new friendships naturally develop.The breathtaking meditation lounge, with its floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Portuguese hills, offers the perfect place to pause, breathe and simply be.Outside, you'll find countless places to make your own. Stretch out beside the pool, curl up in a shaded cabana with a book, soak up the sunshine on a lounger, or simply sit with a coffee and enjoy the peace and birdsong.There is never any pressure to be anywhere.Some of the most memorable moments happen in the spaces between the classes.Please note: This retreat is a Bikram Yoga and inferno Hot Pilates immersion. As both Heidi and Liz are trained in both disciplines this retreat will offer the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of these two very different class styles and understand why they make a perfect marriage.  All classes and activities are optional – you are free to do as much, or as little, as feels right for you.
Jun 30 - Jul 6, 2027
Portugal

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£900
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