Sri Lanka Retreat
with Jules and friends
Saturday 6th April - Saturday 12th April 2025
Join us for an unforgettable 6-night, 7-day retreat in a hidden paradise on the edge of an endless national park.
What’s Included?
6-nights, 7 days accommodation
Exclusive use of villa
Lake views from each room
Infinity Pool
Opening Ceremony
Vegan breakfast, lunch and dinner, and unlimited filtered water and tea
Two daily yoga and meditation practices
[ 90 mins each ]Yin & Yoga Nidra Workshop
Incredibly unique Sound Workshop and Cacao Ceremony at Hoo Temple with local sound collective YAR
Ecstatic Dance Party
Boat tour to sacred Temple Island
Closing Ceremony
What’s not included?
Flights
Travel Insurance
Airport Transfers to and from Colombo Airport (we can help arrange this)
Massage treatments
Additional meals and drinks
Optional activities and team outings
Schedule Sample
0800 - Morning Practice [ 90 mins ]
0930 - Nourishing Breakfast
1130 - Optional Team Outing
[ boat trip/surf lessons ]
1300 - Lunch
1400 - Free time, relaxing, pool, massage, explore
1700 - Evening Practice [ 90 mins ]
1900 - Group Dinner
Free time afterwards
*The schedule may differ and is subject to change. Everything is optional to attend.
Yoga and Meditation
Join us for twice daily yoga practices. Each session lasts 90 minutes and is designed for all abilities, with options to challenge or go gently. We are excited for you to use this to explore a more profound, embodied, connected, and celebratory practice as we move within this beautiful natural setting. The practices will include pranayama, meditation, mantra and theory.
Morning Practices:
Our Vinyasa sessions offer a unique blend of dynamic, fluid movements and breath-based practices.
Evening Practices:
Dedicated to rest and exploring consciousness through yin, yoga nidra, sound, and touch.
If you are new to yoga, you are still very welcome to join us.
Your Hosts and Friends
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Hey, I’m Jules, and I am so excited to be your host for the first Reset retreat on the magical island of Sri Lanka! I’ve been hosting my own retreats and been part of the Reset family since the beginning; I recently took a break to travel to Sri Lanka and India. My heart is full from travels and visiting the home of yoga, I have never witnessed such devotion, I honestly can’t wait to share with you. I intend to create a sacred space where you can fully relax, experiment, grow, connect and create memories. I share yoga directly from the heart and aim to inspire, empower and promote a sense of wholeness through my teachings. I hope you explore your own practice in a very gentle way and delve deeper into the journey with the self through movement, sound, and softness. I’ve found my personal retreat experiences to be truly transformational, and I’m so happy to create a similar experience for you!
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Hey, I’m Nola! I’ll be your assistant host next to my good pal, Jules. A retreat in such a holy world, steeped in tradition, has always been a dream of mine, so I can’t wait to share this first with you all! Yoga has been in my life for as long as I can remember. I took a few years off here and there but knew I’d return to the practice when it felt right. Then a few years ago I found my yoga home and community with Reset. I’ll bring playfulness, guidance and exploration to the retreat and my classes. This allows you to immerse yourself fully in the space, take what you need, and know you are safe and welcome just as you are.
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A special retreat excursion will see us visit the incredible Hoo Temple for a unique sound experience with friends Pegah & Yazdan - YAR.
After years of continuous effort, with extensive study and research in the field of music and art, knowledge about frequencies and the effect of the sound waves on the mind and body, living in nature, meditating and deepening into the meaning of human and soul, Pegah & Yazdan created YAR.
YAR designs and builds unique instruments. They compose music that causes a sense of peace and gratitude, is aligned with nature, and is connected and related to ancient sounds, ancestral wisdom, and knowledge of shamanic healing.
In this profound healing experience, YAR will guide us on a beautiful journey with sound using the medicine of cacao.
Food
Sri Lankan food is nothing short of extraordinary. You will enjoy a Michelin chef designed Sri Lankan fusion menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. All meals are vegan and use as many local and homegrown ingredients as possible. Immerse your taste buds in mouth watering local cuisine with just enough Western familiarity.
The kitchen is open plan, meaning our cooks are on display as they prepare each meal. We can support your dietary requirements if you let us know in advance.
Down Time
During the retreat, there will be some downtime to relax by the pool, get to know the other guests, or explore Sri Lanka on one of our many optional excursions. These excursions are not included in the price.
Surf and/or surf lessons at Sri Lanka’s best surf points
Local excursions, day trips and Safari tours
Massage treatments in house with our local Ayurvedic specialists
Sri Lankan cooking classes with the amazing Lanka Yoga kitchen team
Habaraduwa Beach is within a 20 minute walk, and Kabalana, a world-famous surf beach, is just a 10 minute drive away.
Accommodation and Rates
We offer four different types of rooms to accommodate your budget and group size. Each room has an ensuite and a breathtaking view of the stunning lake. You will be surrounded by lush greenery and crystal-clear blue waters, with the occasional sighting of wildlife that will make you feel like you are living in the heart of a national park.
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Share with up to four people
£1300 pp
[ Two rooms of this type available ] -
Share with up to three people
£1300 pp
[ One room of this type available ] -
Share with one other person
£1450 pp
[ Only two of these room types are available ] -
Entire private room to yourself or also be a twin/double room.
£1600 pp (private room)
£1450 pp (per person, double/twin)[ Only two rooms available ]
Book your spot now, we can’t wait to have you.
To secure your booking, please pay a £300 deposit. This deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable.
All prices are per person, and VAT is included in the price.
After you pay the deposit, you'll receive two options: pay in full or use a payment plan.
Use EARLYBIRD, which is £100 off until July 31st at checkout.We will then message you to ask whether you are travelling alone or with a group and request the names of all the individuals in your group. Please note that we will assign the rooms based on the order of payment received and will make every effort to accommodate your preferences. We can arrange the beds as queen-sized or twin singles based on your requirements.
Must be paid in full by 1st December 2024.
FAQs
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All levels are welcome to join us, from beginners to experienced practitioners, as all our classes are designed to cater to everyone's needs.
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Whether you're coming as a couple, group or solo, you'll have an unforgettable time. Most of our guests come alone, which is perfect for making new friends.
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You’ll need a passport valid for a least six months after your planned departure date.
You need a Sri Lankan visa before you fly or, with some passports, get a visa on arrival. Apply on the official homepage.
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You will be arriving at Colombo International Airport, and many flights are available from the UK, with prices ranging from £500 to £1000. Flight prices change pretty frequently, so it’s good to check regularly.
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You can travel light, but here is a quick reminder list of some basics to bring.
- Yoga gear, light and plentiful
- Swimwear
- Beach towel (if you want to venture off-site)
- Waterproof sunscreen
- Light clothing
- A decent mosquito repellent
- Comprehensive travel insurance -
All food served is vegan, so there's no need to worry if you’re plant-based or vegetarian. We also offer a gluten-free option for every meal. If you have any other food needs, please let us know, and our kitchen team will adapt the menu for you.
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We are about a five-minute tuk-tuk ride to Habaraduwa beach, and then you’re on the endless south coastline. There are beaches for everyone, from beautiful views to white sand and calm seas and, of course, world-famous surf for all levels. Cabalana and Dewata, surf beaches for different levels, are about 15 minutes away.
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Nope! It's completely up to you to customize the retreat as much or as little as you want.
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Yes! It’s fairly reliable but as we are in a rural village in Sri Lanka, expect the odd dropouts and slow speed.
We can get you a local sim if you would like to have more connectivity, they’re cheap and work well.
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Yes, we supply towels for your room and the swimming pool; please bring your own beach towel.
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Electricity is at 220v in Sri Lanka. Our sockets are universal sockets that take all international plug types, so please bring a UK adaptor.
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Check-in is from 3 pm, and check-out is 11 am.