Yoga for a Peaceful Life with Leah Barnett – August 2026

A 3-night yoga retreat in the beautiful Summer season at Claridge House, when the gardens are full of flower and the days are long. Over the weekend, explore how yoga practices can calm a busy mind, soothe an agitated nervous system, and connect with the ocean of peace within. We will explore simple, gentle movements to mobilise energy throughout the body, nurturing breathing practices to pacify the mind, sound work to soothe the soul, deep relaxation including Yoga Nidra, and quiet sitting or lying meditation to cultivate stillness. Suitable for everyone who enjoys gentle yoga, including those with energy issues such as ME/CFS/Long Covid.’   The weekend will be led by Leah Barnett Leah has been teaching yoga for almost 20 years after training in 2001 whilst working as a human rights lawyer. In 2011 she undertook further training in the Krishnamacharia tradition in the UK and India and qualified as an advanced teacher with the BWY (British Wheel of Yoga). Leah has been influenced by many well known yoga teachers including Donna Farhi, Mathew Sanford, Angela Farmer and Fiona Agombar. Her approach is very gentle and interpersonal, responding to the needs of the room, creating a space where there is full permission for each person to do whatever feels right for them. Programme is subject to change but outline as follows:-  1st day Thurs 13th August 3pm                                Check-in 4pm                                Tea and cake 6:30pm                          Dinner 8:00pm                          Opening session  2nd day Friday 14th August 8.30 – 9.30                     Buffet Breakfast 9.45 – 10.00                 Quiet time 10.15 – 11.45                 Gentle yoga session 11.45 – 12.15                Tea/coffee break 12.15 – 12.55                Sound/breath practice 1.00pm                         Lunch 4.00pm                        Cake!! 4.45 – 5.00                 Quiet time 5.00- 6.25                   Gentle yoga practice. 6.30pm                        Dinner 8.15pm                         Meditation/yoga Nidra practice  3rd day Saturday 15th August  8.30 – 9.30                  Buffet Breakfast 9.45 – 10.00               Quiet time 10.15 – 11.45                Gentle yoga session 11.45 – 12.15               Tea/coffee break 12.15 – 12.55              Sound/breath practice 1.00pm                       Lunch 4.00pm                      Cake!! 4.45 – 5.00               Quiet time 5.00- 6.25                 Gentle yoga practice. 6.30pm                     Dinner 8.15pm                      Meditation/Yoga Nidra practice 4th day Sunday 16th August 8.30 – 9.30                 Buffet Breakfast 9.45 – 10.45              Meeting for Worship 11:00 – 12.30             Gentle yoga session / Sound/breath practice 1.00pm                      Lunch 2.00pm                     Depart This is one of our most popular yoga weekend courses and we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.  Our multi-day courses include home-cooked breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ensuring you’re well-nourished throughout your stay. Claridge House is wheelchair friendly, ensuring accessibility for all. Residential Price: £619