Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat
Loch Lomond
Scotland
October 10–17 2025
Emerging Lotus Retreats have announced Oct 10-17 in Balmaha, Scotland - Gem of The Highlands!
These retreats rejuvenate, offer deep rest of your nervous system, & send you home with experience and curated digital resources to integrate the lessons, routines, & perspectives of Ayurveda into your real life, with all it's chaos and care-taking of others. Learn & practice ancient wisdom of Ayurveda presented in modern & accessible ways.
3 or 7 night options at a petite, upscale inn
Twice-daily yoga, meditation, and breath-work
Loch Lomond boat excursions
Ayurveda workshops-Timeless wisdom with modern science integrated into your unique life & roles
Lots of nature & clean air
Digital resource access with practices and recipes
Guided nature immersions, and lake plunge
Lisa is bringing forth current research on the psychology of mindfulness to support the understanding & efficacy of Ayurveda & yoga's ancient practices.
Locally prepared, seasonal meals
All-inclusive package at The Oak Tree Inn, Loch Lomond's Ultimate Destination & Winner: Best Casual Dining in Scotland 2025
Balmaha Retreat registration just opened late July! This is it! Join in the Scottish Highlands this fall.
Reach out if you have questions. Contact
Guided by Lisa Owens
Founder of Emerging Lotus Yoga
With years of experience, Lisa holds recognized certifications:
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Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance since 2009 (500+ hours of training and 2,000+ hours of teaching)
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Ayurveda Yoga Therapist (2018) and Ayurvedic Health Counselor (2015) through the National Ayurvedic Medical Association
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BS in Psychology (2023, University of Cincinnati)
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Reiki Level 3 Practitioner
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Two decades working in global travel
👉 Learn more about Lisa on LinkedIn
Led by a trained Ayurveda and yoga educator...
"I've been teaching since 2013. I love helping the integration of grounded wellness guidance into our chaotic & demanding lives" - Lisa, Retreat Lead
Led by a trained Ayurveda and yoga educator, offering grounded guidance rooted in years of teaching, study and practice.
Led by a trained Ayurveda and yoga educator, offering grounded guidance rooted in years of teaching, study and practice.
7-Night Immersion:
October 10–17, 2025
Reset with daily guidance, inspiring excursions, and tools to take home.
Staying the full week at our upscale inn on the edge of Loch Lomond lets you indulge your senses in rest, guided practices, and nature. You’ll experience twice-daily yoga, expert-led workshops, and time to explore The Trossachs at your own pace.
Experiences:
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7 Mornings of yoga
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Meditation and pranayama practices
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Hiking, Forest Walking, Wild Swimming, Beach-lounge loch side, Conic Hill
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Ayurveda education sessions
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Journaling and creative reflection time
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Silent Sunday
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Afternoon yoga or guided experience.
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Time & freedom set aside to practice your art of resting
Activities Schedule:
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Friday Welcome! Gentle yoga + Lochside social
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Saturday: Mid-morning boat tour to Inchcailloch + afternoon tea + “Ayurveda for Modern Life: 10 Practical Tools” workshop + evening folk art session
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Sunday: Silent Sunday (guided meditation hike, restorative yoga, “Ayurveda in a Noisy World” workshop)
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Mon/Tues/Wed p.m.: "Life as Art: Integrating Ayurveda into Life" workshop series.
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Excursion: Boat trip to Luss or visit to Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre
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Thursday: Loch-side Starlight Social
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Friday: Group-chosen morning activity + closing circle + check-out
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If weather insists we play inside, we have that plan so this is subject to change.
Lisa’s retreats are created to stand out—crafted for deep replenishment that stays with you. Her breath-centered teaching, paired with an exclusive retreat journal and curated digital resources, ensures you leave with more than a restful memory. After all, wellness is the best souvenir—and this retreat is designed to take home.
7-Night:
Rates begin at $1,847. USD All-inclusive
Limited group capacity—select & secure your spot!
7-Night Immersion
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$1,847. USD double occupancy per person
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$2,777. USD single occupancy
3-Night Retreat
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$997. USD double occupancy per person
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$1,333. USD single occupancy
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✅ Register today $555. USD Deposit Due Now
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✅ Remainder due on or by Sept 2, 2025
✅ All-inclusive rates
include accommodations, retreat, award-winning dining, café beverages, Loch-side socials, and world-class hospitality.
Led by a trained Ayurveda and yoga educator, offering grounded guidance rooted in years of teaching, study and practice.
The Oak Tree Inn
Retreat pricing is packaged.
Accommodations & Retreat Programming
All Dining, and St. Mocha Cafe warm beverages.
A variety of fare from their award-winning restaurant.
Dates & Options
🗓️ Oct 10–13
3-Night Retreat
Friday check-in. Monday early afternoon checkout.
🗓️ Oct 10–17
7-Night Retreat
7-Night Yoga Teacher Training
Friday check-in. Friday early afternoon check-out
Getting Here
From Glasgow's Queen Street Station, take the North Clyde Line to Balloch Station.
Walk 10-minutes to catch the 309 bus to Balmaha, running every 90 minutes. Or pre-arrange a taxi from Balloch Station.
Emerging Lotus
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Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama Daily
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Ayurveda Group Education
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Excursions
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Silent Sunday
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Socials & Tea time
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Craft your .Art of Living
Pricing & Booking
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$ 300 USD nonrefundable holds your spot / $500 USD for 7-Night
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Remaining Balance due by Sept 2, 2025
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3-Night starts $ 1190 USD
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7-Night starts $ 1790 USD
Teacher Training Path
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Foundations in Asana
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1 of 4 ELYS Modules
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Small Group Mentorship
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Resources and Materials
USD$700 nonrefundable holds your spot. Balances due by Sept 2, 2025
Join us on the edge of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park -where daily yoga, Ayurveda, warm meals, and self-enrichment invite you to reset and rejuvenate.
Your Retreat Lead
A career of travel management skills accompanies the Ayurveda & yoga experience & certifications Lisa Owens has immersed over the years. She has walked her yoga practice off the mat for a long time. Lisa achieved a psychology degree in 2023 to further serve her path of study, education, & teaching.
Join us
On the east coast of Loch Lomond within The Trossachs National Park, lies Balmaha and our hospitality partner, The Oak Tree Inn.
• Professional, expert, reliable retreat leads
• Daily yoga
• Ayurveda workshops
• Saturday: excursion to Inchcaillach
• Scottish folk craft
• Silent Sunday: Sensory and Walking Meditations, Cleansing Breath Work
• Space to shift events if the weather requests
• 7-Night Retreat & • Yoga Teacher Training path have even more inclusions
How to Retreat
Read & Select from 3 Experiences:
3-Night, Oct 10-13, 2025
7-Night, Oct 10-17, 2025
7-Night + YTT, Oct 10-17, 2025
How to Retreat
Select from 3 Experiences:
3-Night, Oct 10-13, 2025
7-Night, Oct 10-17, 2025
7-Night + YTT, Oct 10-17, 2025
3-NIGHT
Retreat packages include lodging, meals, daily yoga, meditation, breathwork, and curated experiences to ground, soften, and reset. Explore wild swimming, forest walks, creative rest, journaling, and the modern relevance of Ayurveda.
7-NIGHT
Stay the week to deepen into rhythm. Additional yoga study, Ayurveda in practice, and more personal time to integrate. Ideal for those craving restoration with structure, or for future yoga teachers beginning their training. Includes special Thursday closing and full daily program.
All packages include your room and meals at The Oak Tree Inn, along with a curated grounding activities and time to soften, root, and reconnect. Let your senses lead the way—this is a weekend for body, breath, nature, and presence.
Expertly-led daily yoga, meditation, and breathwork, along with journaling, creative expression, forest walks, hikes, wild swimming, and deep rest.
Weekend highlights include:
• A guided boat and land excursion to Inchailloch Island
• Silent Sunday for introspection and sensory refinement
• A special session: The Art of Ayurveda in Our Modern World
Let Balmaha be your balm.
Explore The 3 Program Options
3-Night Retreat
All meals and accommodations are taken care of—your only job is to breathe, move, rest, and explore. Whether you’re hiking through the hills or curled up with a book by the loch, this extended retreat gives you space to restore and tools to reclaim your health. Group yoga throughout the week.
Includes everything from the 3-Night Retreat, plus:
• A second guided excursion
• Lochside Starlight Social gathering
• Independent time and deeper group connection
• Bonus digital resources from Lisa to RE-TREAT Yo Self
7-Night Retreat
You’ll study in a small group (max 11), exploring how to build a steady, Ayurveda-informed foundation for practice and teaching.
Module 1 is part of the 200-hour ELYS certification, and also a strong standalone training. You do not need teaching ambitions to go deeply into learning.
Yoga teacher training is a meaningful commitment. You’ll find full details on the next page—and you’re invited to connect with Lisa for any questions before registering.
7-Night Yoga Teacher Training
7-Night Immersion:
October 10–17, 2025
Reset with daily guidance, inspiring excursions, and tools to take home.
Secure your spot today with only a deposit
Staying the full week at our upscale inn on the edge of Loch Lomond lets you indulge your senses in rest, guided practices, and nature. You’ll experience twice-daily yoga, expert-led workshops, and time to explore The Trossachs at your own pace.
Programming:
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7 Mornings of expert-led yoga
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Meditation and pranayama practices
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Hiking, Forest Walking, Wild Swimming, Beach-lounge loch side, Conic Hill
-
Ayurveda education sessions
-
Journaling and creative reflection time
-
Silent Sunday
-
Afternoon yoga or guided experience.
-
Time & freedom set aside for your art of living
Activities & Experiences:
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Friday Welcome! Gentle yoga + Lochside social
-
Saturday: Mid-morning boat tour to Inchcailloch + afternoon tea + “Ayurveda for Modern Life: 10 Practical Tools” workshop + evening folk art session
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Sunday: Silent Sunday (guided meditation hike, restorative yoga, “Ayurveda in a Noisy World” talk)
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Mon/Tues/Wed p.m.: Life as Art: Integrating Ayurveda into Life.
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Excursion: Boat trip to Luss or visit to Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre
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Thursday: Loch-side Starlight Social
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Friday: Group-chosen morning activity + closing circle + check-out
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If weather insists we play inside, we have that plan
Lisa’s classes emphasize breath-centered, adaptable movement. A balance of energizing and restorative practices suitable for all levels of experience.
Emerging Lotus Retreat Resources are included: Retreat Journal & Retreat Digital Resources to integrate the retreat benefits into your day to day life.
How to Retreat
Select from 3 Experiences:
3-Night
7-Night
7-Night + Yoga Teacher Training
Below are selections and inclusions with logistics.
3-NIGHT
Retreat packages include lodging, meals, daily yoga, meditation, breathwork, and curated experiences to ground, soften, and reset. Explore wild swimming, forest walks, creative rest, journaling, and the modern relevance of Ayurveda.
7-NIGHT
Stay the week to deepen into rhythm. Additional yoga study, Ayurveda in practice, and more personal time to integrate. Ideal for those craving restoration with structure, or for future yoga teachers beginning their training. Includes special Thursday closing and full daily program.
7-NIGHT + YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
This track adds daily practicum and structured study. Its Module 1: Foundations in Asana, 50-hour yoga training. Refine your understanding of movement, cueing, group space, and inner awareness. Learn to guide others with presence and clarity while deepening your own practice.
3-Night Retreat:
October 10–13, 2025
3-Night: A long weekend to reset your body, mind, and breath — with the best of our full-week program.
If you can’t commit to the full 7-night retreat, this long weekend offers the heart of the experience — twice-daily yoga, nourishing meals, guided nature outings, and digital practices to carry home.
Enjoy the same expert-led classes, restorative sessions, and grounding rituals featured in the full program, with space to reconnect and reset in the Scottish Highlands.
“I left with more than tools—I left with a sense of rhythm and reconnection I didn’t know I’d been missing.”
— Mandi M., Boston
“Lisa’s presentation of Ayurveda’s perspective on sleep support was genuinely helpful—and months later, I’m still feeling the benefits of what she shared.”
— Anonymous Retreat Guest
“There’s something about Lisa’s classes that just feels right—balanced, calming, and real. Her voice is incredibly soothing, and I always left feeling more like myself.”
— Maya V., Cincinnati
Pricing, Inclusions & Logistics
Dates & Options
🗓️ Oct 10–17, 2025
7-Night Retreat
7-Night double occupancy
$1,847. USD per person
7-Night single occupancy
$2,777. USD
🗓️ Oct 10–13, 2025
3-Night Retreat
3-Night Retreat double occupancy
$997. USD per person
3-Night Retreat single occupancy
$1,333. USD
Why This Retreat?
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Steady, supportive pace—including a peaceful Silent Sunday
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Yoga, meditation, breath work
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Digital resources to integrate post-retreat
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Expert-led discussions on Ayurveda's Ancient Tradition & Modern Science: Sleep Support, Nutrition & More
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Resource of Ayurvedic recipes & cooking methods
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Freedom to jump, hike, swim, read...
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Fresh air, quiet & starry nights, crisp beauty of fall...it's perfect setting.
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Two Boat Excursions, Inchcailloch & Luss
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Scotland's potent energy channels self-discovery
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Location is remote yet public transport is accessible
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Emerging Lotus is Lisa Owens, Certified Ayurveda Yoga Therapist, (2018), Yoga ERYT500, Reiki (2009) Ayurveda Health Counselor (2015) & decades in global group travel.
Pricing & Booking
All-inclusive rates include award-winning dining, café beverages, Loch-side socials, and world-class hospitality.
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7-Night Retreat $1,847. USD per person double occupancy / $2,777. USD single occupancy
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3-Night Retreat $997. USD per person double occupancy / $1,333. USD single occupancy
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✅ Register today $555. USD Non-refundable deposit
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✅ Remainder due on or by Sept 2, 2025
The Oak Tree Inn
Accommodations
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All Dining, and unlimited hot drinks from St. Mocha Cafe
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A variety of fare is on award-winning menu
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Lochside Vintage Bus, a unique & stationary gathering location
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World class hospitality
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Upscale comfort, cleanliness, amenities, & service.
Getting Here
Balmaha, Glasgow G63 0JQ, United Kingdom
From Glasgow's Queen Street Station, take the North Clyde Line to Balloch Station.
Walk 10-minutes to catch the 309 bus to Balmaha, a 20-min ride that runs every 90 minutes. Or pre-arrange a taxi from Balloch Station.
This retreat is an offering
Dear Reader,
This retreat is, in many ways, an offering. You’re giving me the chance to share and refine my craft, my dharma—my purpose, while we explore yoga and Ayurveda practices to restore your vitality...support the deep rest your nervous system probably needs.
I hope you join.
Retreats alone rarely rebuild or reset us for the long term. What I offer is immersive time to experience these practices and learn how to carry them forward. You’ll leave with tools and resources to keep the lessons alive in your daily life.
Creating a daily rhythm—a routine that builds your capacity and connection—can shift how you show up for yourself and those around you. This isn’t about how often you step on your yoga mat, but how you integrate accessible yoga and Ayurveda into your life.
I'd love to share this experience with you and help you return home feeling restored & inspired.
In gratitude,
— Lisa Owens
Founder & Retreat Lead
What past guests are saying
“I loved the retreat presentation, but honestly it was the follow-up stuff like recordings for practicing the same meditations. I still use her little breath audio .”
— Eva, 28, Cincinnati
“After her discussion on sleep support, I started the foot oiling and yoga poses, and have been sleeping better!
— Erica, 45, Virginia
“Lisa's Ayurvedic teaching has made a huge impact on - not just as a yoga teacher, but in my personal life. She taught me the importance of nourishing myself as a way of staying resilient. She said, "Prana is the teacher" and I reflect on that quote often. Lisa is gentle, clear and she has a sense of humor. I look forward to working with her again!
— Liz C., Cincinnati OH
“[Since a nutrition workshop] I've began eating lunch mindfully. I stopped rushing, stopped putting myself after that next email...I quit multi-tasking on my phone, & I just eat. It feels so good!! I did not expect that!
— Christine, Newport, Kentucky
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7-Night Retreat $1,847. USD per person double occupancy / $2,777. USD single occupancy
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3-Night Retreat $997. USD per person double occupancy / $1,333. USD single occupancy
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✅ Register today $555. USD Deposit
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✅ Remainder due on or by Sept 2, 2025
✅ All-inclusive rates include award-winning dining, café beverages, Loch-side socials, and world-class hospitality.
“I left with more than tools—I left with a sense of rhythm and reconnection I didn’t know I’d been missing.”
— Mandi T., Boston
“Lisa’s presentation of Ayurveda’s perspective on sleep support was genuinely helpful—and months later, I’m still feeling the benefits of what she shared.”
— Anonymous Retreat Guest
“There’s something about Lisa’s classes that just feels right—balanced, calming, and real. Her voice is incredibly soothing, and I always left feeling more like myself.”
— Maya R., Cincinnati
Meet Lisa Owens
Lisa leads with heart, hospitality, and deep-rooted expertise in Ayurveda, yoga, and embodied rhythm.
Lisa's teachings support a person's wellness through integration of ancient knowledge with new research.
Stepping away from floaty fads and stepping inward, rooting into your own unique ground.
Lisa Owens has been teaching yoga since 2009 and leading group education in Ayurveda since 2012. In 2023, she completed a BA in Psychology, continuing her passion for sharing Vedic science alongside western research.
Read more on About Me
“Potentially one of Scotland’s most popular hikes, Conic Hill offers stunning views of Loch Lomond and the surrounding area.”
– Scottish Adventures
“The views [from Conic Hill] across Loch Lomond to the Arrochar Alps and Ben Lomond are stupendous”
– The Sunday Times
“The Ayurveda intro workshop was my favorite...
A lot of helpful wisdom [to take] home."
– Doug, Cincinnati, OH
"This family business was established in 1997, has twice been named Scotland’s best pub and is located towards the start of the West Highland Way.”
– Rosalind Erskine, The Scotsman
Where breath, movement, & nature become your canvas