Luxurious wellness & yoga retreat Haapsalu, Estonia
Indulge in a getaway designed just for you!
Unwind and relax. Pamper both your body and mind.
Join Diana from Dia-Yoga Finland and Lori from Radiant Yoga Marbella.
August 21st – 25th 2024
Haapsalu, Estonia is the epitome of idyllic charm—a seaside town radiating warmth and the healing power of nature.
Embark on a 5-day yoga retreat at a prestigious spa, providing everything you need for self-indulgence, rejuvenation, and finding inner peace.
"Respond to every call that excites your spirit." - Rumi
The time is now, to book a much needed retreat…
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Haapsalu, Estonia
Nestled on a narrow peninsula, Haapsalu captivates with its charm, earning the moniker ‘Estonia’s Venice.’
Stroll through its narrow streets, where romantic wooden houses tell tales of history.
Renowned as a spa town since the 1800s, Haapsalu beckons you to experience the allure that once drew Central European aristocrats seeking summer retreats and wellness in its acclaimed spas.
Immerse yourself in the heart of this picturesque town, where a 12th-century bishop’s castle sets the stage for spectacular events.
Indulge in the perfect blend of history, relaxation, and seaside beauty – Haapsalu awaits your discovery!
Fra Mare Spa, Hotel & Yoga Space
Experience the Fra Mare Lifestyle – Embracing the Unique Elements of Haapsalu Bay!
At Fra Mare Thalasso Spa, our way of life revolves around the extraordinary benefits of Haapsalu Bay’s mud, seawater, sea air, and seaweed for rejuvenation and therapeutic purposes.
We pride ourselves as a spa haven and as a rehabilitation centre, offering a diverse range of Medi Spa treatments.
Nestled in the heart of a beautiful pine forest near Paralepa Beach, Fra Mare Thalasso Spa is a cosy retreat, just a leisurely stroll away from Haapsalu’s Old Town and conveniently located a hundred kilometres from Tallinn.
We aim to provide a holistic experience – combining yoga, a healthy diet, relaxing and health-promoting activities and treatments, all within the embrace of the surrounding natural environment (sea and forest).
We aspire to become the pioneering service provider and knowledge centre in the field of health yoga, grounded in scientific evidence.
Join us on this journey towards total well-being!
Thalasso Day Spa
The Thalasso Day Spa is a modern and attractive sauna and pool complex where you can make the most of rest and leisure. Here you can recharge yourself with a combined mental and physical experience, and forget all your worries. The Sea Water pool with its range of Massaging Cascades and Falls, the indoor Jacuzzi and the Heated Outdoor Pool with terrace all reduce physical stress and offer plenty of aquatic fun.
Different saunas give you a needed relaxation after a long day’s work.
High-temperature FINNISH SAUNA (max. temp. 110°C)
Low-temperature FINNISH SAUNA (max. temp. 70°C)
STEAM SAUNA (max. temp. 60°C)
SALT SAUNA (max. temp. 60°C)
SANARIUM (max. temp. 60°C)
INFRARED SAUNA (40°C-60°C)
SEA WATER POOL Our sea water pool features a range of massage jets and cascades and it is maintained at a constant temperature of between 29°C and 31°C. Sea water procedures help in the prevention of osteoporosis and diseases of the joints, restoring balance in the body and reducing discomfort caused by stress.
JACUZZI BATH
HELIOTHERAPY or sunlight therapy is recommended for those suffering from emotional disturbances or nerve illnesses, but it is also useful when recovering from a serious illness or disease. The heliotherapy room has 10 heated stone benches that are designed for high-comfort relaxation and to keep you warm after long periods in the water.
KNEIPP THERAPY in the same room as our sea water pool there is a cold and warm water walking track. Walking barefoot on sand is like giving yourself a localised massage which is an excellent form of therapy. It reduces stress and pain, activates the metabolic process and increases the flow of blood and nutrients into the cells and organs.
OUTDOOR POOL The water temperature in our outdoor pool is 27°C.
Retreat Highlights
Tranquil setting and beautiful surroundings
Diverse yoga program: hatha yoga in the mornings, relaxing yin yoga, and guided meditation in the evenings
Use of yoga mats and props in the yoga studio
Shared activities
4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 4 dinners in the buffet restaurant
Paraffin treatment for hands or feet
Bathrobe
Morning swims in the Thalasso seawater pool
Daily use of Thalasso Day Spa and Sauna World
MEET THE TEAM
Lori Sjollema
Founder of Radiant Yoga Marbella
Lori has devoted herself as a Yoga teacher and body Therapist for over 30 years.
She has trained extensively in various yoga traditions and influences including Vinyasa Yoga, Iyengar, Anusara and Raja Yoga.
She also shares her love and passion for Ayurvedic healing. Most of all she teaches and shares from the experience and wisdom of her own life, how to overcome traumas and stand within your own power honestly and with authenticity using the tools of Yin Yoga, Meditation, Yoga Nidra and Self-understanding.
She teaches flow-style yoga with deep respect to alignment and therapeutics.
She skillfully weaves themes through her classes so that each student experiences a journey that goes beyond moving the body and moves deep into the heart.
She has been teaching retreats & trainings globally since 18 years and her home base has been in Southern Spain where she has been teaching for the past 2 decades.
Lori is the founder of Radiant Yoga Marbella and has dedicated her heartfelt energy into making it a space for healing body, mind & spirit as well as building a strong sense of community in the Yoga world.
Diana Saxberg
Founder of Dia Yoga
Diana is a yoga teacher and the founder of Dia-Yoga.
For the past 13 years, she has had the honor to share her passion for yoga around the world.
Diana started Dia-Yoga in Perth, Western Australia, but after 8 years she relocated her studio to her childhood neighbour hood in Helsinki, Finland.
Diana has studied around the world and she has RYT-500 advanced yoga teacher training.
She has lived and studied in ashrams of India, yoga schools in Bali and Australia with some of the top teachers. Still never forgetting that she will always remain a student of yoga with an appetite to learn more.
Diana has organized yoga events and retreats for the past decade in Australia, Bali, India and Europe. With more than 30 retreats already and happy clients around the world she hopes to continue to offer yoga enthusiasts with unforgettable adventures around the globe.
Her true passion is to improve people’s quality of life, to help people find inner peace and happiness and joy through her work.
Hoping to share not only the safe asana sequence and the physical side of yoga but also the beautiful and profound wisdom that she has found in yoga philosophies and which act as a guideline in her life.
“To be able to create a community that leads a healthy and happy life. A life filled with connections, consciousness, compassion and love” that has been her goal since she started her journey as a yoga teacher.
“When you listen to yourself, everything comes naturally. It comes from inside, like a kind of will to do something. Try to be sensitive. That is yoga.” ― Petri Räisänen
The Program
Wednesday August 21st Arrival Time
Group transportation from Tallinn A-terminal at 13:30. If you are making other transportation arrangements or have any questions please inform us!
15:00 Check-in at Fra Mare Spa at Haapsalu
15:00-17:30 Settle in, enjoy treatments, spa time, and grab a snack at the café if you are hungry
17:30-19:00 Opening of yoga retreat with relaxing yin yoga and guided
meditation in the beautiful Yoga Space
19:15 Dinner
20:30-22:00 Spa and Evening Sauna
22:00 Goodnight
Thursday, Friday and Saturday
7:00 Morning meditation and pranayama on beach
7:30 Hatha or Flow yoga
9:00-9:30 Morning swim in the seawater pool and sauna
9:30 Breakfast
10:00-17:00 Spa treatments, massages, swim and sauna or a walk to Haapsalu’s old town
13:00-14:00 Lunch either in buffet or in one of the many beautiful restaurants in Haapsalu’s old town
17:30-19:00 Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra in the Yoga Space
19:15 Dinner
20:00-22:00 Spa and Evening Sauna
Sunday
7:00 Morning meditation and pranayama on beach
7.30 Hatha or Flow yoga
9:00-9:30 Morning swim in the seawater pool and sauna
9:30 Breakfast
11:30-12:00 Check-out
12:00 Group transportation to Tallinn A-terminal
*You can decide whether to participate in guided sessions. If you feel like resting, enjoying the spa, or taking a nature walk, that’s perfectly fine. All activities are optional, allowing you to do what feels right for you.
The key is to learn to pause, connect with nature, listen to yourself and your heart, and rejuvenate.
Getting There
Flying in to Tallinn Airport is very close to city center. You can fine affordable flights
Coming by boat from Helsinki: Viking Line suits our schedule perfectly, also Eckerö Line and Silja Line work well.
If it’s your first time in Tallinn, we recommend you to arrive on Monday and spend couple of nights in the capital of Estonia
as it’s truly one of a kind.
For bookings and details, please submit them here:
Retreat Price for 4 nights
Double room: €790
Single room: €890
(Room upgrade to Deluxe room +120e for 4 night / 30e per night)
Booking fee: Deposit Non-Refundable €250
The final payment for the yoga retreat August 1st 2024
The price includes:
Round-trip transportation Tallinn – Haapsalu – Tallinn (Wed-Sun)
Accommodation at Fra Mare Thalasso Spa
Yoga program Hatha yoga 75 min in the mornings, 90 min relaxing Yin Yoga, and guided meditation in the evenings
Use of yoga studio mats and props
Shared activities
4 x breakfast, 3 x lunch, and 4 x dinner in the buffet restaurant
Paraffin treatment for hands or feet
Bathrobe
Morning swims in the Thalasso seawater pool from 8:00 to 10:00
Daily use of Thalasso Day Spa and Sauna World
Important Information:
• Disclaimer: Participants attend the retreat at their own risk and are responsible for their own accident insurance.
• The organizer is not responsible for any harm that may be caused to the participant or their property.
The program is designed for physically fit and healthy individuals.
Participants voluntarily sign up and participate, being aware of the general risks of the exercises.
Participants understand and acknowledge that the instructor is not a healthcare professional and cannot assess the participant’s health status or the risks of exercise for them.
Participants should consult a doctor about potential risks for them.
The event is designed to support well-being and is not a treatment for mental or physical illness.
It is not suitable for those in acute, difficult life situations or suffering from mental health issues. For participation during pregnancy, we recommend consulting a doctor to assess suitability.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations should be communicated to the organizer in writing via email to dia-yoga@outlook.com.
Retreat cancellation policy:
14–30 days before the start of the retreat: 50% of the total retreat cost will be invoiced.
Less than 14 days before the start of the retreat: 100% of the total retreat cost will be invoiced.
Participants can find a replacement at any time. In case of illness, the participant is exempt from payment obligations by providing a reliable medical certificate within a week of cancellation.
A processing fee of €250 will be charged even in case of illness, as we may not have time to find a replacement for the retreat at the last minute. Illness-related cancellations must be made at the
LATEST 24 hours before the start of the retreat. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start of the retreat will be charged 100% of the cost.
Please note that travel insurance usually covers the costs of cancelling a trip due to illness. Due to force majeure or a small number of participants (less than 10 people), Manastella has the right to cancel the reservation no later than 14 days before the start of the retreat.
We look forward to welcoming you!