Retreats
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and discover the peace and beauty of our unique retreats in the heart of Normandy. At La Volée, we offer a serene environment where you can relax, reflect and rediscover yourself.
Our carefully curated programs are designed to help you find inner peace, creativity and connection with like-minded souls. Whether you are looking for meditation or creative workshops, our retreats offer the perfect opportunity to pamper yourself and grow.
Book your spot today and transform your life!
Come celebrate the summer solstice with us
Come celebrate the summer solstice with us in Normandy! It is a joyful time on the farm. We love to light a fire as the sun goes down and watch the sunset. The bats fly above our heads in the evening and then the stars come out in a really dark sky, with sparks from the fire coming towards them. Sometimes we are surprised by horses that come out of the dark to look over our shoulders at the fire.
Upcoming retreats
19 June 2025 - 23 June 2025
Coming home to yourself
Imagine a week of enjoying the tranquility of a beautiful natural landscape, with lots of private spaces where you can be alone. This would be interspersed with guided meditations, walks, creativity, shared meals, deep conversations and a relaxing foot reflexology treatment. All this in a private valley where a herd of horses roam freely.
Upcoming retreats
5 July 2025 - 12 July 2025
6 September 2025 - 13 September 2025
4 October 2025 - 11 October 2025
Confidence-building with horses
This is a retreat for people who love horses but have lost confidence in riding or handling them, or who would like to learn how to become close to horses but feel a little anxious. Maybe you had a frightening accident or perhaps you’ve had a long gap after having children; or maybe you’ve never had the chance to overcome a little fear despite your attraction to horses. Nobody will be made to take risks or move beyond their comfort zone; this is a therapeutic retreat and there’s no pressure. You will learn and progress as much as you are able, but most of all the aim is for you to take pleasure in being with horses and to feel safe around them.
Upcoming retreats
19 July 2025 - 26 July 2025
23 August 2025 - 30 August 2025
Healing from sexual and emotional abuse
Have you been hurt by forming a sexual relationship with someone who was supposed to be helping you in your personal, educational or professional development? Unfortunately this is not an uncommon experience. Professional bodies make this a disciplinary offence for good reason: it's an abuse of power and breach of trust and duty of care.
Upcoming retreats
20 September 2025 - 27 September 2025
Mindfulness and photography
A week-long workshop with Erica to enhance your ability to immerse yourself in the natural environment, sharpen your powers of observation, and exist in the present moment. It will also help you to reflect on how observation interacts with your internal state, and your ability to communicate that to others non-verbally through the visual image.
Upcoming retreats
25 October 2025 - 1 November 2025
Roll up your sleeves
Would you like a 'workation' at La Volée? We are offering 'roll up your sleeves' weeks for those who would like to combine an active working holiday with relaxation and exploration of the surrounding area.
Upcoming retreats
8 November 2025 - 15 November 2025