A residential immersion in body awareness, connection and personal choice. With shared meals, unhurried evenings and time outdoors, the work has room to continue between the guided sessions.
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Four-day residential retreat
Guided by Maya Bennett
Four days away from everyday demands, with somatic exploration, meaningful connection and space to rest. Stay together in the foothills near Sofia and give the work time to settle.
There is time to try, compare and ask questions. You do not need to perform, get it right or have the same experience as anyone else. We begin with what you can comfortably notice, and let curiosity lead the way.
Return with a few practices you know through experience, a clearer sense of your own needs and a practical way to support the changes you want to carry into everyday life.
There is no particular result you need to produce. Noticing a small change, or recognising what you need, can be a useful beginning.
I bring people together through somatic movement and personal exploration. I offer a clear structure, thoughtful invitations and space for each person to find their own pace.
I care about the discoveries that remain useful after our time together: an easier movement, a clearer choice or a little more kindness towards yourself.
More about MayaThursday 16:00 arrival · Sunday 15:00 close
Europe/Sofia
Guided exploration, rest and integration.
Thursday is for arriving, meeting the group and establishing shared agreements. Begin with a gentle guided practice, dinner and an opening circle.
Friday and Saturday combine somatic exploration, optional relational exercises and reflection. Meals, rest and time outdoors are part of the rhythm, with an evening gathering each day.
Sunday offers time to gather your learning, identify the support you need and choose how to carry the experience home. We close after lunch.
Give yourself the time to explore it, with a little space and thoughtful company.
A clear picture of the setting, what is included and how to prepare helps you arrive with a little more ease.
Near Sofia, Bulgaria
Three nights in a shared twin room, with vegetarian meals.
Stay for three nights in a shared twin room. Vegetarian meals run from Thursday dinner to Sunday lunch. Travel to the venue is arranged separately. Contact Maya before booking about dietary needs and accessibility.
Bring comfortable clothes for indoor sessions, warm outdoor layers, walking shoes and a notebook. Plan to arrive on Thursday afternoon and stay through the closing session on Sunday.
The event is taught in English. No previous somatic experience or particular level of flexibility is needed. You can adapt an invitation, observe or take a rest.
Your confirmation brings together the venue directions, arrival time and preparation details. Contact Maya about access or practical needs before booking.
Clear shared agreements make room for a more relaxed, human experience. These apply throughout our time together.
Every invitation is optional. You can make a movement smaller, stay seated, observe, rest or stop. There is no pressure to explain a decision or share a personal experience.
Any paired or group exploration begins with a clear invitation. You decide whether to take part and can change your mind. Quiet, individual participation is equally welcome.
Contact Maya before booking if you have access needs, an injury or questions about suitability. We can discuss the setting and possible adaptations, including chair-based options.
This is an adult somatic learning and personal-development event. It is not medical treatment or psychotherapy. For medical questions, speak with your qualified healthcare professional.