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Having a soft launch of my new project Madrid Yoga Retreat for friends & family . Offering 3 & 5 day retreats in Zorita De Los Canes from AUGUST , it is the culmination of a project 2 years in the making.

The booking page is now ready so anyone fancy reserving a spot before we go public please feel free ! And of course any feedback welcome :) Here are the links for both the 3 and 5 day retreats .

The 3 day weekend ones are perfect for people living in Madrid /Spain who want a healthy escape :
https://madridyogaretreat.wetravel.com/trips/3-day-weekend-retreat-madrid-yoga-retreat-33488957

The 5 day retreats are perfect for visitors to combine a weekend in the city with 5 days in the countryside :
https://madridyogaretreat.wetravel.com/trips/5-day-retreat-madrid-yoga-retreat-86214846

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