Yoga Holidays in Málaga, Spain
Centro Santillán
Málaga, Spain (AGP)
Date:
April 13 - 20, 2025
Upon arriving at Centro Santillán, you'll feel a heartwarming sense of belonging. The sunlit gardens, soothing birdsongs, and serene atmosphere create an indescribable haven of peace that is difficult to transmit in words.
Nestled in the Spanish countryside, Centro Santillan is a picturesque Andalusian farmhouse with sea views, just 25 minutes from Malaga airport. Immerse yourself in nature and elevate your yoga experience in their exceptional studio, featuring our beloved Yoga Wall.
Explore captivating Andalusia, with enchanting cities like Malaga, Sevilla, Córdoba, and Granada within reach. There's no need to rent a car; affordable transfers easily connect you to nearby attractions and sun-kissed beaches. Discover the perfect balance of tranquility and adventure at Centro Santillán.
Delicious Food
Santillán’s delicious Mediterranean and vegetarian meals are based on organic produce grown under the Spanish sun, from their gardens, local farmers, fruit trees, and herb garden.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered in Buffet Style. We promise you that the food will be a highlight of your week!
Sun and Warmth
In April, Málaga enjoys mild temperatures, with daytime highs averaging around 20-25°C (68°F). Although the weather is generally sunny, occasional rain showers could occur. Evenings are cooler, so pack a light jacket for nighttime.
Inspired & Professional Yoga
Eva & Gabriel will safely and effectively guide you through all major poses, challenging you with compassion. Each class is carefully crafted to fill your needs.
Our daily program includes morning (active) and evening (stretchy and restorative) classes that last for up to 2 hours.
We will finish each day with an optional meditation to prepare the mind for a restful sleep.
Endless Activities
Santillán offers serene surroundings, perfect for relaxation. If you prefer exploring, countless options await nearby.
Discover beautiful beaches, Málaga town, and Nerja's charm, with kayaking, cave exploration, and pristine waters. Enjoy other activities such as stand-up paddleboarding, horseback riding, golf, massages, and treatments.
Intuitive Massage
Gonzalo Verdugo has been an intuitive massage therapist for 25+ years. He comes from Chile, and he travels yearly to Europe to teach sold-out massage workshops, as well as treat people privately. His massage journey is unique: he combines different methods and techniques with a touch that is healing and profound. We are honored that he will be with us this year offering both private consultation + an intuitive massage workshop! This will be an unforgettable experience.
Their Holiday, in Their Words
Daily Program
8am: Morning Yoga
10am: Breakfast
2pm: Lunch
5pm: Evening Yoga
7pm: Dinner
8:45pm: Evening Meditation (Optional)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
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Malaga is known for its warm and sunny climate during the spring, but it can also be a bit unpredictable. We suggest you pack for warm days and cooler evenings and a rain jacket is always useful. Temperatures will generally oscillate between 12 - 25 degrees. Sea water temperature will be around 19ºC in November, and 17ºC in April.
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Santillán has excellent quality yoga mats that are available to all students. However, if you are in love with your own yoga mat, feel free to bring it with you!
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For our yoga classes, use comfortable, light clothing that allows for ease of movement. Consider warm days and cool evenings when packing. Bring comfortable shoes for walking if you are interested in hiking in the hills nearby (sneakers will do. No need for hiking shoes).
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Bring:
Sun Protection and Sunglasses.Water bottle: Santillán offers unlimited filtered water, so bringing your own bottle is a good idea.
Cash: in Spain, the preferred way of payment is still cash, and therefore we suggest you have some euros for massages at Santillán, and small transactions, such as taxis or shopping.
Santillán will provide you with a towel for the bathroom and for the pool. If you wish to go to the beach, please bring your own beach towel.
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During our week together, if you are interested, you can choose to do a wide range of activities in your free time. From beach time to horseback riding, from stand up paddling to hikes... the list is long and you can find a file with all the necessary information here
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A car rental is generally not needed unless you plan on going to places that are far and by yourself. Usually, participants share taxi rides to the beach, and these are affordable and comfortable.
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During our week in Santillán, Elisabeth, our lovely receptionist, will make sure that you can book taxis whenever you need. She will be available all week for other requests as well.
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This is completely fine! We will be happy to guide you safely through all the poses and no prior experience is required. If you wish to practice beforehand and learn the basics, then visit the "Purna Yoga Basics" section of our library at www.evagabriel.com to learn simple practices that we will often do during our week.
Holiday Investment
All rooms include their own bathroom and balcony.
April 2025 Retreat
Twin/Double Room: 1450€
Single Room: 1850€
Payment plans available