"Flourishing through Ashtanga Yoga with Yogarose"

Join Rose Ann for a week in the beautiful surroundings of Purple Valley, Tenerife. During this retreat you will have the perfect opportunity to dive deeply into your practice, nourishing, absorbing and developing a sense of inquiry, space, grounding and curiosity.  

This yoga retreat is based on the traditional method of learning Ashtanga yoga with Rose Ann guiding you every step of the way.  Rose Ann’s vast experience and knowledge will guide you in the nourishing, supportive and beautiful surroundings of Purple Valley, Tenerife. 

The retreat is open for all levels of practitioners – from beginners to advanced.

Retreat Schedule

This year Roseann offers both led sessions as well as Mysore style classes. While more seasoned ashtanga practitioners can join the the Mysore classes, newer ashtanga students will benefit from the guided classes in the beginning of the week. This will allow the new practitioners to build their skills and confidence to enable them to join the Mysore sessions in the middle of the week.

Each morning starts with Pranayama and either a guided primary session or Mysore style practice. In both sessions each student will receive individual support and guidance to develop and transform the Ashtanga practice.  The afternoons will offer 3 workshops.  Each afternoon workshop will end with a guided relaxation.

Saturday 06 March
3pm - Check in 

6:30pm - Welcoming talk & Dinner

Sunday 07 March
7am - Pranayama and meditation followed by led primary.
10:30am - Brunch
4pm - Afternoon workshop:
- Hips Openers: the aim of this workshop is to create space while stabilising and mobilising the hip area – flexibility in the hip area is key to keeping fit and healthy.
6:30pm - Dinner 

Monday 08 March
7am - Pranayama and meditation followed by Mysore.

8.30am Led class.
10:30am - Brunch
No afternoon class

6:30pm - Dinner

Tuesday 09 March
7am - Pranayama and meditation followed by Mysore.

8.30am Led class.
10:30am - Brunch
4pm - Afternoon workshop:
- Back Bending: the mechanics of back bending requires the shoulders and hips to be opened,
and then the quads, arms and upper back awakens. When these parts of the body work
together a back bend lengthens and opens the spine.
6:30pm - Dinner

Wednesday 10 March
7am - Pranayama and meditation followed by Mysore.
10:30am - Brunch
No afternoon class

6:30pm - Dinner

Thursday 11 March
7 am - Pranayama and meditation followed by Mysore.
10:30am - Brunch
4pm - Afternoon workshop
- Arm Balancing: this workshop offers lots of fun and consolidating your knowledge and
experience of postures such as bhujapidasana, bakasana and pincha mayurasana.
6:30pm - Dinner 

Friday 12 March
7am - Pranayama and meditation followed by Mysore.
10a - Brunch
No afternoon class

6:30pm - Dinner

Saturday 13 March
No morning class.
9am - Breakfast & Check out

About the Teacher

Rose Ann is a highly experienced senior yoga teacher accredited by Yoga Alliance Professionals. She started to practice in 2005 and she started to teach in 2008. Her personal inquiry into the realms of yoga and practice practice over the years it have taken her to London, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Italy, Spain, Germany, Goa and the home of Ashtanga, Mysore, in Southern India. She has studied with Sharath, grandson of the famous grandson of Sri K Pattabhi Jois, both in London and in Mysore as well as studying with a number of senior teachers within the ashtanga world, including John Scott, Scott Johnson, David Keil, Petri Raisanen, Paul Dallaghan, Kino McGregor, Andrea Lutz, Sarah Hatcher, Cathy Moran, Emma Isokivi and more recently Manju Jois and, the last to be certified by Pattabhi Jois, Phillipa Asher. Rose Ann has studied pranayama with OP Tiwari and Ayurveda with Diana Kras, a consultant with Maharishi Ayurveda and approved trainer for College of Ayurveda (UK).

Rose Ann is the founder of Yogarose established in 2010 and also teaches in various yoga studios including Merchant City Yoga where she assists with the CYS teacher training programme and regularly delivers weeklong intensive Mysore classes.

Rose Ann’s background is from the fitness industry and was focused heavily, especially in the early years, of high intensity and cardiovascular training. Rose Ann first started to explore practicing yoga to counter the effects of her physically demanding work.  Aware that she required dynamic stretches to prevent injuries, discovering Ashtanga was a complete revelation.  Her daily practice extends to her whole life, family and is part of who she is. Ashtanga yoga has given the realisation of what is important to her. Rose Ann is dedicated to teaching traditional Ashtanga yoga and loves sharing her knowledge and experience with the emphasis on enjoying yoga, whilst never losing the traditional teachings passed down from teacher to student.

Practical Information About The Retreat Centre

Our retreat centre, Finca Naranjas (previously known as Cristoforo), is a simple yet deeply beautiful sanctuary nestled in the heart of South Tenerife. It was lovingly designed by architect Denis Devaris, who envisioned it as a meeting place for spiritual seekers. Built slowly over the course of 30 years using volcanic rock from the island, each room carries its own unique charm, full of character, thoughtful details, and personal touches.

The Meals

Our meals are prepared with love by our wonderful retreat chefs, offering fresh, wholesome dishes that are entirely vegetarian and mostly vegan. Wherever possible, we use local and organic ingredients to support both your wellbeing and the surrounding environment. Occasionally, eggs or dairy may be included in some meals.

If you have any food allergies or sensitivities, please let us know in advance.  Gluten-free options are available.

We also have a self-service tea and coffee station available throughout the day, and we do our best to provide fresh fruit for light snacking between meals.  You’re welcome to enjoy your meals either indoors or outside in the peaceful beauty of our garden.

The Practice

Our retreat offers an intimate practice setting, with a maximum of 25 students and morning classes limited to 16 participants for a more personal experience.

Sessions are held in our beautiful wooden garden Shala. During full retreats, Savasana is often enjoyed outdoors to create space in the Shala, and some afternoon workshops may also take place outside.

Please pack warm layers for practice, especially for Savasana, as mornings and evenings can be chilly.

Arrival & Departure

Rooms will be ready from 3:00pm on arrival day. The retreat begins with a welcome meeting at 6:00pm, followed by dinner at 6:30pm. We kindly ask all students to arrive in time for the introduction.

Our first practice session takes place on Sunday morning, and the final practice is on Friday morning. Check-out is on Saturday at 9:00am.

Accommodation

Please find below the available accommodation options, along with the pricing.  You can find pictures of the rooms by following the link in room category titles below.

Premium Rooms

Premium Rooms are the most spacious and comfortable accommodation option at the retreat, featuring larger interiors and private indoor bathrooms.
Single: 1600 GBP/week
Available: Sold Out!

Shared: 1350 GBP/week

Available: Venus (1 male spot), Casa Blanca, Danae 1 (1 female spot)

Standard Rooms

Standard Rooms are more compact than the Premium Rooms while still offering a comfortable stay. Most include attached indoor bathrooms, while Bella Durmiente and Ficus feature outdoor bathrooms. La Granja consists of two rooms sharing one bathroom.
Single: 1500 GBP/week
Available: Sold Out!

Shared: 1250 GBP/week
Available: Ficus

Budget Rooms

Budget Rooms offer a simpler accommodation option with shared bathroom facilities and may experience some light noise from the nearby road.
Single: 1400 GBP/week
Available: Sold Out!
Shared: 1200 GBP/week
Available: Fuente 2

Community Rooms

Community Rooms accommodate up to three guests of the same sex in a shared space designed for a more social and affordable retreat experience.
Shared:  1100 GBP/week
Available: Danae 2 (2 female spots)

Shared: 1000 GBP/week
Available: La Huerta (2 female spots)

The accommodation price is all-inclusive, covering your stay, all meals, and yoga sessions. To secure your place, you can pay a 50% deposit of the total amount. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable, and the remaining balance must be paid at least 4 weeks before the start date.

Please note that single rooms are limited for this retreat. Before booking, kindly confirm availability by contacting us at info@yogagoa.com.

Please use the link below to reserve your spot for the retreat!

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