We welcomed actor Gee Hirst to Yeotown and as it was her second visit, this time she came to experience the beauty and healing power of our Devon location. Her time here was transformative, so much so that she gifted us in word, the summation of her time spent. Read below to see what she had to say!
ON FITNESS.
It’s my second time coming back to Yeotown.
My first retreat was in Madeira- I remember I was feeling down, anxious and was looking for more of a spiritual and healing retreat.
When I arrived in North Devon for this years retreat I felt totally different. Refreshed and wanting to be pushed physically quite hard. I think, in essence, this is the special thing about Yeotown. It caters to everyone. There is no right or wrong way to do it. It’s your retreat, your body, your mind. Despite everyone in the group being at totally different fitness levels I still was able to be pushed by the instructors to achieve my best.
ON FOOD.
Let’s just say you are never hungry. Another assumption about a health retreat is that you won’t be fed and you will be low on energy. I was never hungry once at Yeotown, the food is so delicious and perfectly timed- not giving you any opportunity for a rumbly stomach. Everything about the retreat is so well thought out that the luxury is you just have to turn up!
ON YOGA.
Mercedes is really an incredible teacher, there were other fantastic yoga teachers on the retreat but of course Mercedes is at the centre of Yeotown.
She is so knowledgable and you really feel safe with her, allowing yourself to push boundaries and release tension physically and emotionally that you didn’t realise you held on to.
ON ACCOMODATION.
One thing that Yeotown really understands is comfort. In order to be challenged physically and mentally on a retreat like this- they know that coming back to a gorgeous, cosy room is in important. The rooms are stunning to look at but also WARM. Not to mention the main house is very aesthetically pleasing, with burning log fires and just the perfect countryside retreat vibe.
Simon and Mercedes really have created a perfect combination of exercise, nutrition, wellness and mindfulness at Yeotown. Every time I leave I feel compelled to return and see how my experience would be different the next time. The team are beyond friendly and kind, and you really feel as though you are looked after.
I always leave feeling like I’ve had a transformative time, having learnt a lot about myself and what I am capable of.
Gee Hirst
