Pilates retreat
Head for the south-west for a unique, 100% women-only touring retreat blending well-being, movement and adventure. Come aboard this group trip in a campervan, to discover the most beautiful corners of the west coast.
Guided by Noémie (founder of The Family Van) & Axelle, a passionate Pilates teacher, explore the benefits of movement in the open air while criss-crossing the south-west in an electric campervan. Every day, a new stop, a new setting, and a new Pilates session out in nature to strengthen the body and calm the mind.
On the programme: discovering vanlife as a group, practising Pilates facing the ocean or in the heart of a pine forest, getting together and chatting over a glass of wine and above all… taking your time. Time to breathe, to re-centre, to laugh, to share, and to live an out-of-the-ordinary moment, quite simply.
Welcome to The Family Van 2.0 adventure, we cannot wait to welcome you :)
Itinerary & programme
Days 1 & 2: Hossegor & Capbreton
Hossegor, or the surfing capital of Europe! A must-visit town for its little designer boutiques, its original places, the charm of its Basque-Landes style houses and its legendary waves.
Wednesday's programme:
Van pick-up in Dax
Settling in at the campsite and first Pilates session: Aloha Pilates (a gentle session to lay the foundations: breathing, alignment, activation)
Welcome restaurant included
First night
Thursday's programme:
Breakfast
Morning: Core Flow (dynamic core work, all-over strengthening)
A walk around the Pédebert industrial estate and lunch on the beach
Lac d'Hossegor: Stretch & Mobility (deep stretching, hip opening)
Drinks around Lac d'Hossegor
Evening at Chez Mr Mouette (not included)
Days 3 & 4: Biarritz, Saint-Jean-de-Luz & Guéthary
Biarritz & la Côte des Basques, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Ghuétary... Let yourself be carried away by the sublime landscapes of the Basque Country and its authentic, unspoilt places, and get a feel for its customs, its food and its legends to round off your trip in style :)
Friday's programme:
Plage du Santocha: Booty Power (targeted glutes/legs work to improve power in walking and running)
Free afternoon - Visit to Bayonne, Biarritz & Saint Jean de Luz
Pilates session: Sunset Flow (a gentler session focused on recovery)
Sunset & dinner in a hidden restaurant
Saturday's programme:
Signature class @aoulipilates (a mix of precision, challenge and fluidity with a good dose of energy)
La Rhune hike (optional)
Free afternoon
Sunset Flow (a gentler session focused on recovery) at the end of the day at sunset
Restaurant facing the ocean in Guéthary
End-of-trip evening in a hidden bar (secret spot)
Day 5: Bidart & back to Dax
We start the day gently with a morning Pilates session in the open air. Then it's off to Bidart, before heading back to Dax for a moment of pure relaxation: an immersion in the town's famous thermal baths, between hot waters, soothing treatments and a calming atmosphere… the perfect chance to let go of all the tension before going home <3
Sunday's programme:
Sunrise Flow (an energising session with a little challenge to close the retreat)
Visit to Bidart
Back to Dax
Thermal baths at the Splendid in Dax (optional)
Your guides
Ascelle Lou (@aoulipilates)
Behind @aoulipilates, it's me, Ascelle Lou!
A whole life spent moving, being active, running, swimming, exploring the world… Always up for trying new things, discovering new horizons and pushing my limits.
Over the years, Pilates has become my passion. I have trained in all four corners of the world, driven by the desire to teach a practice that transforms the body and the mind.
During this campervan retreat, we are going to move, breathe, explore and rediscover your strength and your body together.
On the programme: Pilates sessions in the open air, walks, moments of sharing, and the freedom of a road trip to the rhythm of the ocean.
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind adventure, between movement, nature and good company.
Are you coming? :)
Ready to climb aboard?
Budget
Included in the price
- The 100% electric campervan for the whole trip
- Guidance from two local guides
- Overnight stays on a campsite or a reserved pitch
- The welcome meal at a restaurant
- The free activities on the programme
- Vehicle insurance and roadside assistance
Not included
- Travel to the departure point
- Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks
- Paid excursions outside the programme
- Individual travel insurance
- Personal expenses
They say it better than we do
Upcoming departures
Aucune date n’est ouverte pour le moment
Laissez-nous votre adresse : vous serez prévenu en premier dès que les prochains départs seront programmés.
Our campervans
Built-in kitchen
Stove, sink and fridge, with fresh and waste water tanks.
Bed 140×190
Sofa that converts into a double bed, clean bedding provided.
Roof tent
Extra sleeping options 220×180 depending on the option chosen.
Shower & toilet
Outdoor shower and dry toilet on board.
100% electric
Around 330 km of range, fast charging along the way.
On-road comfort
Automatic gearbox, air conditioning, heating, parking sensors.
Practical information