'Magical Morocco'
Anusara® Yoga Retreat
Marrakesh, Morocco
19th - 26th October, 2025
The exact meaning of the name Marrakesh has been debated widely! However, one highly possible origin of the name is from the Berber word 'akush' which means "Land of God" ... how beautiful is that? And so appropriate for a spiritual yoga retreat such as this one.
Attending a yoga retreat with me will allow you to draw even more richness from your yoga practice - both physical and spiritual. Extended time with me as your dedicated teacher gives you the space to really get curious and improve is all aspects of yoga, without distraction and away from your routine. Picture yourself rolling out your mat in a beautiful outdoor practice space, relaxing around the pool in a resort in magical Morocco ... eat well, sleep deeply, rest and explore and deepen your yoga practice. All of this in the great company of like-minded souls. Honestly ... it really is nothing short of magical!
A yoga retreat magnifies the fabulous benefits of your regular weekly practice tenfold! Think of the fabulous feelings that come after an hours practice ... the clarity of mind it brings, the bodily ease and the renewed spring to your step, the savasana bliss-out ... then multiply that by seven days away and the results are truly powerful!
Yoga retreats pause time. Allowing space for you to reflect and ponder, to journal, to stretch and move, to laugh with like minded people, to hide away a while, to eat well, to sleep deeply and to step outside of the daily churn. On retreat you can simply be you ... ditch the labels (leave behind your role, your job title, your family position, the labels you give yourself) and start listening to your heart space.
I have been travelling to Morocco for a few years now very regularly, as my hubby is working there. We have explored the country together in quite some depth, and whilst there are many fascinating sites ands sounds across the whole country ... Marrakesh really does have it all! Our retreat space is calm and tranquil, yet a short taxi ride away you have the vibrant, craziness of the souks and restaurants of the old walled city. A fascinating and inspiring place for sure!
The luxury of being in a beautiful yoga shala, in a space that oozes calm will help you focus inward and gives offers you an increased capacity to indulge in what you love. Having me on hand for the entire week will give you the confidence to play a little more with poses, get curious about technique, discuss the nuances, and develop all aspects of your personal yoga practice. I see students on retreat evolve and refine their yoga in all ways. Bodies begin to open up, emotions settle and spirits life as the week progresses and there is always a little transformative sparkle in the eyes at the end of the week.
Attending a yoga retreat with me will allow you to draw even more richness from your yoga practice - both physical and spiritual. Extended time with me as your dedicated teacher gives you the space to really get curious and improve is all aspects of yoga, without distraction and away from your routine. Picture yourself rolling out your mat in a beautiful outdoor practice space, relaxing around the pool in a resort in magical Morocco ... eat well, sleep deeply, rest and explore and deepen your yoga practice. All of this in the great company of like-minded souls. Honestly ... it really is nothing short of magical!
A yoga retreat magnifies the fabulous benefits of your regular weekly practice tenfold! Think of the fabulous feelings that come after an hours practice ... the clarity of mind it brings, the bodily ease and the renewed spring to your step, the savasana bliss-out ... then multiply that by seven days away and the results are truly powerful!
Yoga retreats pause time. Allowing space for you to reflect and ponder, to journal, to stretch and move, to laugh with like minded people, to hide away a while, to eat well, to sleep deeply and to step outside of the daily churn. On retreat you can simply be you ... ditch the labels (leave behind your role, your job title, your family position, the labels you give yourself) and start listening to your heart space.
I have been travelling to Morocco for a few years now very regularly, as my hubby is working there. We have explored the country together in quite some depth, and whilst there are many fascinating sites ands sounds across the whole country ... Marrakesh really does have it all! Our retreat space is calm and tranquil, yet a short taxi ride away you have the vibrant, craziness of the souks and restaurants of the old walled city. A fascinating and inspiring place for sure!
The luxury of being in a beautiful yoga shala, in a space that oozes calm will help you focus inward and gives offers you an increased capacity to indulge in what you love. Having me on hand for the entire week will give you the confidence to play a little more with poses, get curious about technique, discuss the nuances, and develop all aspects of your personal yoga practice. I see students on retreat evolve and refine their yoga in all ways. Bodies begin to open up, emotions settle and spirits life as the week progresses and there is always a little transformative sparkle in the eyes at the end of the week.
Your yoga teacher for the week, Sarah Powell
I've been teaching for over 18 years now, so you are in safe and experienced hands! I'm an Experience Certified Anusara® Yoga (ECAT) and a Senior Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance teacher with a passion for teaching this spiritually uplifting and inspiring lineage of yoga ... Anusara. I teach you to start looking for the good, to fall in love with the roller-coaster of life and trust your body. The yoga will help you find find an emotional ease, and explore and uplift your energy.
I encourage you not to take yourself, or life, too seriously, which acts in perfect balance with the Anusara Yoga safe, well aligned yoga system. The combination is perfect to stimulate and motivate you physically, mentally and spirituality ... all of that with a smile on your face and having the best time!
I can't wait to help you explore and deepen your yoga practice with daily Anusara® Yoga, pranayama and meditation, for a whole 7 days. Return home feeling ready to face the world with renewed va-va-voom!
I encourage you not to take yourself, or life, too seriously, which acts in perfect balance with the Anusara Yoga safe, well aligned yoga system. The combination is perfect to stimulate and motivate you physically, mentally and spirituality ... all of that with a smile on your face and having the best time!
I can't wait to help you explore and deepen your yoga practice with daily Anusara® Yoga, pranayama and meditation, for a whole 7 days. Return home feeling ready to face the world with renewed va-va-voom!
The Yoga Practice
Through our twice daily Anusara® yoga practices, I will treat you to a physical practice that can be appropriately adjusted for all bodies, woven into some mythology and story telling!
You can expect me to dive into some real mystical magic on this retreat! Drawing on inspiration from the deserts, history and landscapes of this intriguing country. I tell these ancient stories in a a relevant and entertaining way to help you, a modern house-holder yogi feel into their messages and meanings easily ... they are colourful and delightful I promise!
The physical practice itself uses the fabulous Anusara® Yoga alignment principles. This means this practice is steady, safe as well as inspiring. To me this is the perfect combination!
We are all different, and I will cater to all levels of yogi and all energy levels. For those of you with heaps of energy - this retreat will hep you build on that further and harness for a clear purpose. Others of you may be feeling tired or even rundown - so for you, this will be the perfect chance to get some well deserved rest, and options will be given for all poses.
We will delve into 2 inspiring yoga practices a day - an energising practice in the morning before breakfast, and a restorative & meditative, nourishing practice in the evening as the sun goes down.
There will also be some (optional) early morning meditations and an evening yoga nidra to truly find a place of inner, silence and stillness and the best nights sleep ever!
Here are some pictures of past retreats ...
You can expect me to dive into some real mystical magic on this retreat! Drawing on inspiration from the deserts, history and landscapes of this intriguing country. I tell these ancient stories in a a relevant and entertaining way to help you, a modern house-holder yogi feel into their messages and meanings easily ... they are colourful and delightful I promise!
The physical practice itself uses the fabulous Anusara® Yoga alignment principles. This means this practice is steady, safe as well as inspiring. To me this is the perfect combination!
We are all different, and I will cater to all levels of yogi and all energy levels. For those of you with heaps of energy - this retreat will hep you build on that further and harness for a clear purpose. Others of you may be feeling tired or even rundown - so for you, this will be the perfect chance to get some well deserved rest, and options will be given for all poses.
We will delve into 2 inspiring yoga practices a day - an energising practice in the morning before breakfast, and a restorative & meditative, nourishing practice in the evening as the sun goes down.
There will also be some (optional) early morning meditations and an evening yoga nidra to truly find a place of inner, silence and stillness and the best nights sleep ever!
Here are some pictures of past retreats ...
OUR APPROXIMATE DAILY SCHEDULE
Please note this schedule is tentative until I have confirmed meal times with Villa Dinari
8 am Morning Meditation
8:30 -10:30 am Morning Hatha Yoga
10:30 am Brunch
4:30- 6pm Gentle or Restorative Yoga Practice
7 pm Dinner
This schedule is subject to tweaks and on one afternoon we visit Marrakesh for the afternoon so no afternoon class that night.
Please note this schedule is tentative until I have confirmed meal times with Villa Dinari
8 am Morning Meditation
8:30 -10:30 am Morning Hatha Yoga
10:30 am Brunch
4:30- 6pm Gentle or Restorative Yoga Practice
7 pm Dinner
This schedule is subject to tweaks and on one afternoon we visit Marrakesh for the afternoon so no afternoon class that night.
Our Home For The Week
Villa Dinari
We have the use of the entire retreat centre to ourselves for the whole 7 days, so you can really rest and relax and be at ease. The resort gardens are utterly gorgeous, and the heated pool is very spacious and ready for you to relax around or float upon! In your wardrobe in your lovely room you will discover a grass sun hat, beach bag and pool towel to take to the heated pool and relax ... everything has been thought of for you.
We can choose to dine inside the lounge area, or outside under the stars. There is even a cheeky poolside bar!
We can choose to dine inside the lounge area, or outside under the stars. There is even a cheeky poolside bar!
The yoga studio open on 3 sides to the gardens so you can enjoy the view and the breeze as you practice! Props are provided but I do recommend you bring your own yoga mat. I'm particularly looking forward to sunrise meditations from this shala x
All bedrooms have their own bathrooms and are furnished with great care. I have both single and twin share rooms available (twin beds are positioned quite close together, so you may prefer to book with a friend, although I can twin you up if you like!)
All bedrooms have their own bathrooms and are furnished with great care. I have both single and twin share rooms available (twin beds are positioned quite close together, so you may prefer to book with a friend, although I can twin you up if you like!)
The Surrounding Area
The grounds of the villa are gorgeous and I personally would recommend making the most of your retreat time and resting in a hammock, enjoying the pool and allowing yourself to truly wind down. We will make a trip in to Marrakesh and the souks one afternoon as a group, and I have some other optional activities such as a tangine cookery class for you.too.
However, you are also free to explore further too. We are just 20 minutes by taxi to the heart of Marrakesh and its historical landmarks, and the staff at the retreat centre can help you organise these extra things if you wish.
You could also extend your stay and explore Casablanca, the beaches and even further into the Atlas Mountains!
However, you are also free to explore further too. We are just 20 minutes by taxi to the heart of Marrakesh and its historical landmarks, and the staff at the retreat centre can help you organise these extra things if you wish.
You could also extend your stay and explore Casablanca, the beaches and even further into the Atlas Mountains!
Delicious and Nutritious
From the cooking classes at Villa Dinari to the delectable dishes served at every meal the food will all celebrate the rich culinary heritage of Morocco. You will be offered a range selection of traditional recipes with a modern twist. The kitchen has promised us a full exploration of the flavours of Morocco, giving us a truly authentic culinary experience that transcends borders.
Meals will be healthy, plentiful and delicious (no need to starve yourself on this retreat!) You are guaranteed to be well nourished during our stay. Vegetarian and vegan options will also be available, and I will do my best to accommodate any other dietary requirements.
You will be offered a plentiful brunch buffet after yoga mid-morning, then a cake treat mid-afternoon and an abundant dinner too - all cooked freshly on the premises by local chefs. In addition there will be a daily fruit, snacks, teas, unlimited water ... you will not go hungry!
There is no room service or waiter service, just help yourself and sit amongst your yoga friends to chat and bond over every meal.
Meals will be healthy, plentiful and delicious (no need to starve yourself on this retreat!) You are guaranteed to be well nourished during our stay. Vegetarian and vegan options will also be available, and I will do my best to accommodate any other dietary requirements.
You will be offered a plentiful brunch buffet after yoga mid-morning, then a cake treat mid-afternoon and an abundant dinner too - all cooked freshly on the premises by local chefs. In addition there will be a daily fruit, snacks, teas, unlimited water ... you will not go hungry!
There is no room service or waiter service, just help yourself and sit amongst your yoga friends to chat and bond over every meal.
What's included ...
What's included:
Whats not included:
- 2 Anusara Yoga classes each day (Hatha & restorative)
- Morning guided meditations
- 7 nights accommodation
- 2 full meals a day (brunch & dinner)
- Afternoon tea & cake
- Daily snacks, water, tea & coffee
- Full use of pools, day beds etc for the entire trip
- All linen, pool and room towels
- Pool towel, bag and sun hat are all provided
- Bathrooms are equipped with basic toiletries
- Tea making facilities in all rooms,
- Use of small gym
Whats not included:
- Flights
- Insurance (compulsory)
- Extra Tips
- Massages
- Any meals or trips out
What you will need to bring:
- Your own travel yoga mat & meditation shawl (check out my packing list below)
- Travel and health insurance (compulsory)
- Dinars for spending and trips
- Seek medical advice and make decisions on your travel inoculations
- Check your visa requirements (most will need 6 months on your passport)
Your Investment
Choose between making a one off payment, or take a payment plan to help spread the cost a little.
All prices are per person.
All payments are 100% non-refundable, but 100% transferable to another person.
In the case of any global issues (e.g. COVID resurgence) cancelling the retreat, you will receive your money back minus £100 admin fee.
All prices are per person.
All payments are 100% non-refundable, but 100% transferable to another person.
In the case of any global issues (e.g. COVID resurgence) cancelling the retreat, you will receive your money back minus £100 admin fee.
Room Type |
Number of Places Currently Available |
Regular |
Early Bird |
Super Early Bird |
Booking Deadline |
Total 17 places |
1st September, 2025 |
14th May, 2025 |
1st December, 2024 |
Twin Room Share (Price is per person) |
5 Rooms (10 people) 4 LEFT |
£1,975 |
£1,775 |
£1,575 |
Single Room (price is per person) |
3 Rooms (3 people) SOLD OUT |
£2,295 |
£2,095 |
£1,895 |
Premium Single Room (price is per person) |
3 Rooms (3 people) SOLD OUT |
£2,495 |
£2,295 |
£1,995 |
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PLEASE REMEMBER ALL PAYMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
Ensure you have proper insurance in case you need to cancel
Suggested Flights
Villa Dinari will collect and return us to Marrakesh airport at no extra cost, and I will coordinate these transfers.
Please be aware, however, that flights are an additional cost, and are entirely your responsibility. Please also ensure you have full travel insurance. You are free to book what and when you like.
Nearer the date I will announce the flights I am taking so that perhaps we can all meet up and travel together.
Please be aware, however, that flights are an additional cost, and are entirely your responsibility. Please also ensure you have full travel insurance. You are free to book what and when you like.
Nearer the date I will announce the flights I am taking so that perhaps we can all meet up and travel together.