Need a break from the city? These retreats are sure to clear your mind and body and give you a break from your busy, hectic life. Good for some ideas if you want to book a last minute trip for the October holiday!
By: Lauren Hogan
Yoga and meditation retreat
Oct 1-7
RMB2,499
Scrub off “Shanghai” and detox, relax and find your inner peace. On this retreat you’ll learn yoga theory, practice pranayama, stretch, chant and meditate. Bus, lessons with two experienced English speaking teachers, vegetarian meals, accommodation and insurance included. All yoga levels welcome.
www.wanna-travel.com, wechat: wanna-travel
Ancient temple meditation retreat
Oct 9-11
RMB599
If all you desire is a quick weekend getaway to mend your mind, Yejo Circle frequently offers two daylong meditation retreats. Throughout the day you’ll participate in zen meditation, share mindful tasks with one another and work out together. Transportation, vegetarian meals, coaching, accommodation and insurance included.
www.yejocircle.com
Temple yoga retreat
Oct 30-Nov 1
RMB799
Unwind your mind, and body, with a weekend of yoga practice. Throughout the retreat yogis will participate in chanting, surya namaskara, asanas, deep relaxation techniques, yoga games and more. Transportation, insurance, vegetarian meals, coaching and accommodation are included.
Naked Stables Retreat
Sep 1-Nov 30 Special Package
Do a getaway to Moganshan and reboot at Naked Stables. Right now they’re offering a ‘get frisky’ autumn package from Sep 1-Nov 30 for RMB2,488/person, per night in their ‘Earth Hut’. This package includes yoga, a farm tour, horse riding and a variety of activities. Visit nakedretreats.cn for more info and packages.
Sun Island Resort
Prices vary
A hop, skip and a jump out of Shanghai you’ll find Sun Island Resort. They offer a variety of packages to stay, but check out their laughter yoga and wellness retreat program, which includes a massage, TCM doctor consultation, nutritious breakfast, yoga and meditation. And if you just want to kick back and (hopefully) soak up some sun, the resort comes kitted out with a pool. Check out bookyogaretreats.com for more info and packages or visit sunislandclub.com.
