Minerva La Rosa
Yoga Beyond Asana
THE LIGHTNESS OF BEING
YOGA AND SOUND HEALING RETREAT
October 9th - 11th 2026 I Hossegor, Fance
with Minerva La Rosa and Audrey Aveline
Rest. Reflect. Release.
October 9th – 11th, 2026
HOSSEGOR, FRANCE
The lightness of being is the ability to move through life with space and clarity.
It grows when we pause.
When we observe what is happening within.
When we consciously choose what we want to keep and what we are ready to release.
In a world that constantly pulls us outward, it is easy to become weighed down without even noticing. What takes up space within us accumulates quietly, and the connection to our own inner experience fades.
Yoga offers a space to return.
Through practice, breath, sound and silence, we create the conditions to restore, recharge and rediscover that state of harmony and lightness that already lives within us.
The Lightness of Being is a retreat weekend designed to offer you a true pause. Through Jivamukti yoga, Yoga Nidra, Yin Yoga, Kirtan, crystal singing bowls and a gong bath, we create together a space to deepen your practice, observe your inner world and leave recharged with love for yourself.
In the heart of Les Landes, this retreat invites you to slow down, reconnect with nature and experience a weekend of deep practice, rest and shared presence.
Join us for a weekend of transformation, lightness and reconnection to yourself
Price 660 €
What's included
- Two nights accommodation in a shared room (2-3 beds) at the retreat venue
- Possibility to have a private room for 35€/night in addition to the regular price
- Unlimited access to sauna, hammam, jacuzzi and swimming pool
- Vegetarian meals prepared with fresh products
- Brunches and dinners prepared with care
- Tea, coffee, fruits and snacks available throughout the day
- Individual support & guidance
- All practice props and material: mats, blocks, belts, blankets, bolsters...
- Daily morning practices (Kriyas, Pranayama, Lymphatic system activation and Meditation)
- Daily Jivamukti Yoga practices
- Evening Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra
- Kirtan and Satsang
- Sound bath (gong, cristal bowls and more)
- Time in nature
Before the retreat begins, a WhatsApp group will be created so participants can connect and receive practical information.
THE PROGRAM
Stepping away from the everyday creates the space to reconnect with what truly matters.
This weekend is shaped by a rhythm that balances structure and openness. Morning practices to awaken the body and mind.
Afternoons of rest, nature and integration. Evenings of reflection, connection and heart-centred practices.
Together we practice, rest and share allowing each person to find their own path within a supportive community.
Friday, October 9th
15:00 - 16:30 | Free arrival at the venue, explore and settle in.
17:00 - 19h | Jivamukti Practice and Yoga Nidra with Minerva and Audrey
19:30 | Dinner
21:00 | Opening Circle + Kirtan with Audrey and Minerva
Saturday, October 10th
8:30 - 9:45 | Kriyas, Pranayama and Meditation with Minerva and Audrey
10:00 - 12:30 | Jivamukti Yoga practice with Minerva
12:45 - 14:00 | Brunch
14:00 - 17:30 | Free time (Pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi, Hamman, Nature, Surf lessons, Biking, Massages)
17:30 - 18:30 | Yin Yoga Cristal Bowls with Audrey
19:00 | Dinner
20:30 | Closing Circle and Sound Bath with Minerva and Audrey
Sunday, October 11th
8:30 - 9:45 | Kriyas, Lymphatic system activation, Pranayama & Meditation
10:00 - 12:30 | Jivamukti Yoga practice and Mantra Chanting
12:45 | Brunch
14:00 - 17:00 | Packing, Free departure & option to enjoy the space
THE VENUE
Yoga Searcher Retreat Center
Located in the heart of the Landes forest, the Yoga Searcher retreat center offers a quiet sanctuary where nature, simplicity and wellbeing come together.
Near the beaches of Hossegor, the space is held by tall pine trees, open skies and the calm rhythm of the surrounding land. Here, the days unfold gently between practice, rest and time outdoors.
The venue offers a swimming pool, sauna, hammam and jacuzzi, inviting the body to soften and restore between practices. The yoga shala opens onto the surrounding nature, creating a peaceful environment to move, breathe and settle into the present moment.
Rooms are shared between two or three participants, creating a warm and convivial atmosphere throughout the retreat. A limited number of private rooms are available with a supplement of 35€ per night.
Massage treatments are available upon request for those wishing to deepen relaxation and recovery.
Bicycles can be rented at the venue, offering the possibility to ride through the pine forest, visit the peaceful shores of Lac d'Hossegor or make your way toward the nearby ocean.
Located about two hours from Bordeaux, the retreat center offers the feeling of stepping away from daily life and entering a quieter rhythm held by nature.
THE ART OF NOURRISHMENT
Simple, wholesome food is an essential part of the retreat experience.
Just as movement, breath and rest support our wellbeing, the way we nourish the body each day shapes how we feel, think and live. Food becomes one of the most direct ways we practice care for ourselves.
During the retreat, meals are vegetarian and prepared with love using fresh, local ingredients. The cuisine is creative, seasonal and nourishing with gluten and lactose free options upon request.
In the morning, tea, coffee, fruits and nuts are available for those who wish, though it is recommended to approach the first practices of the day with an empty belly, allowing the body to move and breathe with lightness.
After the morning practices, we gather for a generous brunch. Fruits, nuts, tea and coffee remain available throughout the day, and each evening we come together again for a warm and grounding three-course dinner; starter, main and dessert.
These shared meals become part of the rhythm of the retreat. Moments to slow down, nourish the body and remember that self care is built through the simple choices we repeat each day.
Please let us know upon booking if you have any allergies or dietary preferences so we can accommodate your needs.
What's not included
✘ Flights, travel insurance and transportation to the venue.
✘ Massages are available upon request and not included in the retreat price.
✘ Surf to the nearby beaches is optional.
✘ Bike to the Hossegor lake is optional.
MINERVA LA ROSA
JIVAMUKTI YOGA TEACHER, MENTOR FOR YOGA TEACHERS AND TRANSFORMATIONAL COACH
Minerva La Rosa is an international Jivamukti yoga teacher with nearly ten years of experience. Born in Venezuela and shaped by a life across different cultures, her path led her to share yoga as a practice of embodiment, resilience and transformation.
Her teaching is rooted in the Jivamukti method, weaving together asana, meditation, breathwork, chanting and philosophy. She creates spaces that are both grounding and transformative, inviting each student to reconnect with themselves through discipline, devotion and self-inquiry.
Minerva also holds a trauma-informed approach and carries a deep interest in how past experiences shape the body, the mind and our behaviours. She supports the transformation of these imprints into fertile ground for growth, through daily routines that nurture physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
AUDREY AVELINE
YOGA TEACHER, SOUND HEALER AND ASTROLOGY
For ten years, Audrey has walked the path of wellbeing with the heart as her compass.
Trained by master teachers in sound therapy and across various yoga traditions, she has built a practice that is uniquely her own, weaving together gentleness, depth and sincerity.
What lights her up is the alchemy of astrology, yoga and sound therapy creating spaces of genuine transformation.
This signature blend is what she brings with great joy to her classes and workshops.
ROOMS
The rooms are designed as a space to land, rest and be held after the practices of the day. Inspired by a Balinese aesthetic, the atmosphere is warm, soft and grounded, inviting the body to unwind and the mind to settle.
Rooms are shared between two to three participants, each with their own single bed. These shared spaces offer a quiet sense of connection, where presence is simple and natural.
For those who wish for more privacy, a limited number of single rooms are available with a supplement of 35€ per night.
BOOKING
The retreat investment is 660€.
To confirm your place, a non refundable deposit of 300€ is required. The remaining balance is to be completed by September 15th.
A payment plan is available for those who need it, simply reach out and we will find an arrangement that works for you..
Once your place is reserved, you will receive all practical information for the retreat. A WhatsApp group will be created beforehand, allowing the group to connect and gently arrive into the experience together.
If you feel called to join or have any questions, you are welcome to reach out.
info@minerva.yoga or WhatsApp +33769922418