“Amazing venue, really welcoming team, very good teachers (Carmen and Lisa), AWESOME food.
The nutrition roundtable was quite basic (nothing new for me, but I understand it was useful for people who normally eat other kind of food).
The final meditation was lovely.
In general I thought it was going to be harder (2 yoga classes and 1 pilates in the same day), but it wasn't. I took it as a relaxing ME time :)
You can be proud of this great event/retreat you guys have created. Very warming energy could be felt in the air! Congrats xx”
“We had a wonderful week at Samyama in August last year. Never done yoga before, but we had a brilliant teacher who guided us through some quite complicated positions beautifully. The weather was fantastic and the food was beautifully prepared - the breakfast was especially good. And it was great to be so close to some good bars too! We met some great people and we are still in touch.”
“As a mature woman my experience of the week I spent with Samyama was one of comaderie and fun. The Samyama ethos of understanding that this very precious week is part of a summer holiday was essential to the overall enjoyment of the week. Let there be no misunderstanding the yoga and fitness training was excellent, started on time and the staff were always available if there were any questions. I can highly recommend the whole experience.”
“Samyama was my first yoga retreat experience, and arriving initially, going up the steps to the retreat - I had no idea what to expect. But as you reach the top, the views are breathtaking, and it's easy to see the charm of the villa where the retreat takes place.
The yoga lessons were brilliant, because we are in a small group, and sometimes with two teachers who come by to adjust your position, and give you guidance - but also because they take place on a terrace with stunning views of the old town of Grenada.
The retreat made me remember how much I like yoga, but besides the yoga I loved getting to know and sharing the experience with a whole new group of people and discovering a beautiful city in between the classes.”
“Samyama Fitness have a fantastic authentic Spanish retreat in the heart of the beautiful city of Granada. It’s nestled right under the Alhambra Palace & has great views whilst being tucked away enough to be peaceful in its tranquil gardens and on the terrace, plus around the refreshing swimming pool.
However, it’s also just a short walk down the hill into Plaza Nueva and Granada old town where there’s so much to do and see whether it’s shopping, sight-seeing or a drink with some tapas to watch the world go by.
I’ve loved both my trips to the retreat because you can do as much or as little as you want with the classes, the staff are all so knowledgeable and helpful they make it a real experience and everything is very relaxed so it feels like a proper holiday.
Also the food is excellent and even though I’m an avid meat eater back at home I found all the meals both delicious and filling. Whilst I felt better from having a break from eating meat I did allow myself a treat of some Iberico ham at the end of the week along with a glass of wine at my favourite tapas bar Bodegas Castaneda, a bustling atmospheric place full of locals & tourists, just off Plaza Nueva.
I’d recommend this to anyone who wants to combine a yoga retreat, relaxing holiday by the pool and city break with plenty to do all into one trip. I can’t wait to get back there again this summer myself.”
“I attended a day retreat in London and had a great time! I've only recently started Yoga and hadn't been to anything like this before, so wasn't sure if I'd like it. It was a great day; a good chance to meet like-minded people, practice some yoga and brush up on some cooking skills. Highly recommended.”
“Great week in Granada. Samyama Yoga was really relaxing and enjoyable.
The venue was amazing and the people were really down to earth and made the whole experience really pleasant. I would highly recommend Samyama Fitness and Granada. Looking forward to coming back next year. Thanks guys, you get five stars all round from me.”
“Just perfect!
I just love the villa and its location, it really is totally unique and if you like traditional, period properties with oodles of class then like me you will think it is perfect.
I was unsure at first as I'm used to staying in shiny modern places, which on reflection are a little soulless.
Oh and the yoga and food were great to, but the highlight for me was sitting in the villa chatting to my new friends watching the sun setting over the stunning views, after a days yoga.
I cant wait to go back.”
“The Samyama Yoga retreat was a brilliant experience. The retreat villa is beautiful and a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of Granada town. My wife thoroughly enjoyed the yoga classes. As a beginner to yoga she found the different instructors were very helpful and were keen to assist her when she needed it. The vegetarian menu was truly delicious!! As a huge meat eater I was a little concerned about eating vegetarian food during my stay, but after the tasty and varied dishes served on day one, my fears were allayed. The hosts were excellent!! They thoroughly looked after all of us!! Our host took the time to show us interesting places in Granada whilst also allowing us to explore on our own. Added to the extremely lovely people we met, my wife and I had a magical stay at the yoga retreat!! We're planning to visit again this year.”
“Samyama's London retreat was one day of pure bliss and relaxation. Amazing teachers, inspiring venue and great fun! The perfect way to spend a Saturday. A big thank you to the amazing hosts!”
“Nice group of people, including Staff. Loved the Yoga particularly and the Pilates. Lunch was tasty. Unfortunately, I didn't really find the "nutrition chat" that informative. Venue was great. Felt too tired by the time we did the meditation so I didn't really benefit from it as I dozed off, sorry! However, I am sure it was very good. Carmen knew her stuff and it showed. I really enjoyed her sessions. I was glad I attended and all in all it was a good day out. Thank you.”
“Professor very good, and listening to the possible problems of each participants. Food quite good, however petit déjeuner a little bit late for us who are used to have it just after getting dow,; for the rest I am not very good, as I was ill during part of that week unfortunately. Also place was well suited to these courses, swimming pool added to that, a very nice garden, lectures, everything was good, weather very good, not yet too hot as it can be in this town, very interesting town Granada which can be visited any time and some entertainments, even from Samyama fitness, whole day, part of day and night. And the participants were all nice, I liked it very much, Excuse my English, I am French”
“Absolutely fabulous experience! I am definitely not a yoga practitioner and in fact, missed a number of sessions. But the beauty of Samyama is that it truly is YOUR holiday, as Kunle stresses, and you get to do as much or as little as you want. It's all about fun! For me, the extra activities such as the hanging bridges walk, enjoying the amazing baths, experimenting with tapas and exploring the cobblestoned city as well as the Alhambra Palace were fabulous experiences. Oh! And don't forget the shopping! Do yourself a favour and spend a week at Samyama - I'm still raving about my stay to all my Aussie friends and would go back on a flash if the opportunity arose.”
“Really wonderful holiday. Beautiful house, delicious healthy food, really really good yoga teacher and lovely people. Kunle and his team were fantastic and so friendly . I would definitely go back.
Rose”
“Samyama was exceptionally welcoming and friendly during my stay in Granada in 2014. Kunle, Katie and their little daughter are an amazing family and run exceptionally accommodating, relaxed and organised retreats. Kunle is a great cook and I'd hardly eaten outside. There is everything you need so the guests have a great time. Our yoga teacher Gillie was fabulous and we all were looking forward to the practices (even the morning ones!). Highly recommend!
Anastasija”
“Perfect..... Carmen, company and hosts. What a super way to spend time getting healthier and having a bit of 'me time'. The Carmen is located in the ideal situation: green, lush and cool, but also steps away from the culture, beauty and history of Granada. The yoga is great; fun to have sessions with a variety of teachers. Carmen the main yoga lead has a wonderful aura that is truly inspiring. I would recommend her massages if you are able to book one. The relaxed and intimate atmosphere allows novices to work well alongside more advanced practitioners. Julia and the team, who look after all the guests, are fabulous, providing lovely fresh food, local know how and great company. Thank you everyone K Berkshire”
Claire we are so glad that you and a great time and it was what you needed. Thanks for taking the time to write this review for it is much apprciated
Team Samyama
“My week in Granada with Samyama Fitness was excellent.Many thanks for a great time!!
I will for sure come back again as soon as possible. Kind Regards Josefine”
Hello Josefine,
We really enjoyed spending the week with you in Granada and glad you had such a lovely time. How are the grapes coming along?
Besos
Team Samyama
