I've recently come back from a week long yoga retreat near Agadir (Morocco) with Jax from Formentera Yoga. As a relative beginner I turned up with few expectations and an open mind when invited by a friend. From the moment I arrived there I felt happy and relaxed. The resort was gorgeous, the room spacious and fresh with amazing views of the sea, the yoga room was right on the edge of the beach and it was just spectacular and inspiring to do yoga as the sun set.
The teaching was clearly of a very high standard and Jax made everyone, irrespective of ability or experience, feel comfortable. I have had back surgery and have always been little nervous but she gave me the confidence and right level of instruction that my yoga improved so much over the week.
We had a fantastic group who bonded almost immediately and I continue to see them back in London and the mutual encouragement to continue our practice is inspiring.
Outside of the yoga there was paddle boarding, surfing, trekking and spa activities to occupy the middle of the day.
I absolutely can't wait to book another retreat with Formentera Yoga and it will definitely become a regular twice yearly experience as it had such a profound effect on my physical and mental wellbeing. I can't recommend this sort of holiday enough - it really was one of the most wonderful experiences I've had in a long time.

Just the most fantastic experience. I came away from the 5 day retreat feeling lighter, refreshed energised and having met the most lovely group of people! Formentera is such a beautiful spot, beaches are truly stunning and the Gecko Beach Club is luxurious but completely chilled. I cannot rate the teacher Jax highly enough, she is a completely inspiring teacher and the yoga on the beach was magical!!
I also just attended the first Formentera Yoga Retreat in Morocco for 7 days with an amazing group of people and really felt we developed a connection as a group. We were virtually the first people to stay in the new Paradis Plage Surf Yoga & Spa Hotel (after the Rip Curl Pro team!) what a find...amazing spa, surf house, surf teaching from a top moroccan surfer, trekking in Paradise valley (the name says it all) and the view from the yoga studio at sunset defies belief!! Jax's teaching is so inclusive and makes you feel that whatever your level of experience you can really get something wonderful from the retreat. I also loved the fact that she encouraged us to develop and maintain our own practise after the retreat. Really want to go back right now!

For years now I have been on holidays that were all about lying on the beach and just sunbathing drinking cocktails and reading a book which I never seem to find the time to read in London.
I was finding my holiday MO a little boring so I decided I'd try something different,I'd combine all the factors of relaxation and spending time in a hot location and getting healthy in one location..
The surf/yoga retreat was hosted in a stunning 5 star hotel(brand new),imagine being the first guests using a brand new hotel it was fabulous..
I was able to have lessons with Morocco's #2 rated champion surfer,(he got me standing,yeeha)and of course the most amazing part of the break besides all the food,trekking and spa was the incredible Jax.
I'm hooked,annual yoga retreats are part of my annual holiday break possibly for the rest of my life.
With Jax you're in the best care,form beginner to expert Jax will make you feel right at home,if your feeling shy because you're a beginner Jax will teach you how to overcome those feelings of inadequacy.
Jax is now my own personal Guru and has become a great friend which I look forward to seeing a s much as possible so who knows surfing/yoga/trekking/reading/pampering will be the new norm from now on.

I had a fanastic experience at Formentera Yoga..the course was amazing with instructor Jax striking just the right balance of encouragement and discipline, she really makes everyone feel comfortable and we all developed a strong bond as the week progressed.
The setting was fabulous, with the luxurious Gecko Beach Club providing the retreat amenities.
After a voluntary morning 'silent walk' then 2 hours of yoga the fresh fruit and choice of food was mouthwatering. All day was spent lounging around by the pool or on the beach it is a special place to unwind and, for me, to detox!
After another 2 hours of yoga in the late afternoon, the 3 course dinner was always tasty and it was off to bed with a smile on your face.
If you want a spritual experience there is enough in how Jax teaches to take you there..but if not then the her casual and approachable nature ensures you will take out whatever you put in. I've been home for a few weeks now and still feel strengthened by what I learned and experienced there, it really was a complete recharge..