7-DAY YOGA HOLIDAY with hiking, communication workshops, self-development, cooking classes, fun, and depth!

During this retreat, you will stay at "the frogs' house." The house is a former family hotel that has been converted into a cozy and comfortable bed and breakfast with lots of charm.

Six rooms are available as single, double, or twin rooms: 3 with a balcony and sea view, and 3 with a view of the local mountains. All rooms have a private bathroom with shower and toilet.

During the retreat, you will be offered an organic breakfast/brunch every day, and a homemade picnic or light lunch on Monday's hike (see program).

The welcome cocktail with dinner, as well as all dinners during the week (except Thursday), are also included in the retreat. On Tuesday, there will be a cooking class with a professional French chef, followed by a 3-course meal. On Friday, there will be a farewell dinner to celebrate the week! All meals are made from local, organic products as much as possible.

Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements. For Thursday evening, or if you fancy a snack, there is a choice of 4 restaurants within walking distance in Saint Jeannet, or takeaway food from local shops – the large open kitchen is at your complete disposal.

FROGS HOUSE YOGA RETREAT PROGRAM 2023 ARRIVAL DAY: SUNDAY Note: We recommend arriving on Sunday and starting the retreat from the beginning to take advantage of all the activities on offer. ... If this is not compatible with your travel plans (earlier or later arrival), please contact us and we will see what other options we can offer you. • 3:00 p.m. Arrival is possible from 3:00 p.m.

• 6:00–9:00 p.m. Welcome evening with an introduction to frogs' house and the yoga retreat, followed by a welcome cocktail dinner served by frogs' house. MONDAY • 8:00–9:30 a.m. Yoga and meditation session

• 9:30–11:00 a.m. Homemade breakfast on the sunny terrace and time for conversation • 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Hiking day: According to the philosophy of Buddhist Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, let each step be a deepening of the present moment...

"Every breath we take, every step we take, can be filled with peace, joy, and serenity. We just need to wake up and live in the present moment."
- Spring and fall: This hiking day takes us to the local mountains called "Baou." Once we reach the summit, we will enjoy a homemade picnic lunch (with local and organic products) with a fantastic view of the entire French Riviera and the Southern Alps.

*Required equipment: Frogs' House provides backpacks with Camelback (water bags) and walking sticks upon request. Each guest must bring comfortable shoes (running shoes are a minimum, but usually sufficient), sunscreen and sunglasses, a hat, and in case of cooler weather, a wind and/or rain jacket.
*Hike description: 8km, +350m uphill on a rocky trail, -350m downhill on a rocky trail, 4h00 + picnic lunch at the summit

- In summer: A "water hike" that takes you into a gorge/canyon, where you hike along and sometimes through the river. Waterfalls and freshwater lakes where you can jump or swim will be the highlights of the day. The perfect activity during these warm summer months.

*Required equipment: same as in spring and fall + swimsuit and towel *Description of the hike: 5km, -100m uphill on a rocky path, +100m downhill on a rocky path, 2h00 + picnic lunch and swimming in the river

• 6:00-7:00 p.m. Meditation session • 7:00 p.m. Dinner organized by frogs' house, self-service/buffet TUESDAY

• 8:00-9:30 a.m. Yoga meditation session • 9:30-11:00 a.m. Homemade breakfast on the sunny terrace and time for conversation • 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Communication workshop based on the approach of nonviolent communication with a certified expert. Introduction • 1:30-2:30 p.m. Light lunch • 2:30-5:00 p.m. Free time to relax, meditate at your own pace, enjoy a massage, or stroll through the picturesque streets of Saint Jeannet or the surrounding mountains ...

• 5:00-7:00 p.m. Cooking class with our friend Noel PICARD, a professional French chef, in our large open kitchen, using fresh local and organic products. A moment to discover or rediscover the pleasure and joy of cooking together and to be more mindful—so we can nourish both the body and the mind.

• 7:00-10:00 p.m. 3-course dinner (prepared during the cooking class), wine included. WEDNESDAY • 9:30-11:00 a.m. Yoga and meditation session. • 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Homemade brunch on the sunny terrace. Time to exchange ideas about yoga, meditation, or the inspiration of the moment and individual needs • 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Free time for a massage, to relax, to meditate at your own pace, or to stroll through the picturesque streets of Saint Jeannet or the surrounding mountains ...

• 6:00-7:00 p.m. Yoga and meditation session • 7:00 p.m. Dinner organized by frogs' house, self-service/buffet

THURSDAY • 8:00-9:30 a.m. Yoga and meditation session • 9:30-11:00 a.m. Homemade breakfast on the sunny terrace and time for conversation • 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Communication workshop based on the approach of nonviolent communication with a certified expert. Practice • 1:30-2:30 p.m. Light lunch • 2:30-5:30 p.m. Free time to relax, meditate at your own pace, enjoy a massage, or stroll through the picturesque streets of Saint Jeannet or the surrounding mountains ...

• 5:30-6:30 p.m. Yoga and meditation session • 7:00 p.m. Dinner of your choice FRIDAY • 8:00-9:30 a.m. Yoga and meditation session • 9:30-11:00 a.m. Homemade breakfast on the sunny terrace and time for conversation

• 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free flow day: To be present and put into practice what is important to us, we leave the program for Friday open. Over the course of the week, as the guests and we get to know each other better, we will sense together what we would like to experience: Here are some examples of activities we have already done: Beach trip, visit to the chapel designed by Henri Matisse, tour of Saint Paul de Vence with its art galleries, a quiet meditative walk through the village followed by a picnic and a dip in the cold water of the local river, wine tasting at the local winery, swinging through the tree climbing forest with ropes (at extra cost), etc.

• 6:00-9:00 p.m. Farewell dinner, wine included. Sometimes we play fun games, sometimes we dance, sometimes we just chat quietly, but we always have a lot of fun and celebrate the week we have spent together and the connections we have made.

DEPARTURE DAY SATURDAY • 9:30-10:30 a.m. Retreat farewell ceremony • 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Homemade brunch on the sunny terrace and check-out Note: Please note that all rooms should be vacated by 12:00 p.m. We are happy to store your luggage if you wish to stay in Saint Jeannet a little longer. NOTE regarding dinner: The ingredients are 100% organic, homemade, and sourced locally whenever possible. We mainly offer vegetarian or vegan cuisine. With advance notice, we can accommodate gluten-free, lactose-free, and other dietary requirements.

If you need a snack or dinner on Thursday, which is not included in the program, you have a choice of 4 restaurants in Saint Jeannet (within walking distance), or takeaway food from local shops (1 grocery store, 1 butcher who also has vegetarian dishes, 1 bakery, 2 cafés/pubs... This makes it very pleasant to live in the village for locals and tourists alike – and makes it possible to prepare your own dinner at frogs' house, where the large open kitchen is at your disposal! OUR YOGA TEACHERS:
Benoit has been practicing yoga and meditation on a regular basis since 2010, shortly after meeting his current spiritual teacher, Somasekha. He has successfully completed the 200-hour teacher training at Yog Nisarga International Training School and the 300-hour teacher training at Sampoorna Yoga. Both schools are located in India, where he traveled to receive training to become a qualified yoga teacher. Both centers are certified by Yoga Alliance, the largest non-commercial association representing the yoga community, whose desire is to promote and support the integrity and diversity of yoga teaching.

Jean has undergone extensive training to give Kland massages with Tibetan singing bowls. He began his yoga practice 15 years ago in Kolkata. His philosophy is based on the belief that yoga practice allows us to live better, reduce suffering in ourselves and those around us, and discover universal unity. He emphasizes breathing and integration into a physically active yoga practice to create strength, freedom, and lightness. Jean and Benoit have been school friends for over 30 years.

Travel by train or plane, as well as transfers, are not included. Arrival by plane: The nearest airport is Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE). From the airport, you can take a taxi or Uber. We will send you more detailed information about local transport. Arrival by bus:
There is a direct bus to Saint-Jeannet: Bus No. 54 departs from the CAP3000 or Grand Arenas shopping center, both of which are very close to the airport. From Saint Jeannet, you can reach Nice by bus No. 54 (via the tram or bus connection). Bus No. 54 also goes via Saint Laurent du Var, a train station from which you can reach Nice or other cities on the coast by train (Antibes, Cannes, Monaco). Bus No. 47 starts below the village and connects to Vence. From Vence, you can easily reach St Paul de Vence (connection with bus No. 9).

Arrival by train: The nearest train station is Saint Laurent du Var, just 8 minutes from Nice Central Station and 20 minutes by car from Saint-Jeannet.
You can also take bus no. 54 directly from Saint Laurent du Var train station to Saint Jeannet. Arrival by car: We will be happy to send you a link to our website with a map, photos, and information on how to find frogs' house and where to park.

Rue du Saumalier 35, 06640 Saint Jeannet, Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur, France