winter yoga and spa retreat in Hampshire
Nestled in the heart of the Hampshire countryside, this deep winter yoga and spa retreat combines soothing spa luxury with rejuvenating yoga practice to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself.
Champneys has partnered with Senior Yoga Teachers, Claire Marismari and Nina McKellar, to bring you a truly nurturing yoga and wellness experience. Over the course of the weekend, you’ll enjoy a carefully curated programme of mixed-ability Hatha and Vinyasa Flow yoga, Energy Medicine sessions, and deeply restorative Yoga Nidra.
Between classes, take full advantage of Champneys’ award-winning spa facilities — from the serene swimming pool and hydropool to the thermal experiences and relaxation areas. Indulge in nourishing meals, unwind with a luxury Elemis or Clarins spa treatment, and let Forest Mere’s tranquil lakeside setting restore your mind, body, and spirit.
Dear Claire & Nina, thank you for the lovely mini retreat yesterday - just what I needed after a hectic festive week making Christmas happen!!
— NicolaHi Claire & Nina, I really enjoyed the retreat and felt the balance of yoga, nurturing and playful activities were perfect.
— SeonyA huge thank you for a truly wonderful weekend. It was so enjoyable and relaxing, a total escape from the outside world. So many lovely people and a really beautiful venue. I came home rejuvenated and feeling very relaxed
— Aideen
About Claire and Nina
Having collaborated on numerous retreats and workshops, they bring warmth, compassion, and expert guidance to every session, ensuring you feel both energised and deeply relaxed.
Claire Marismari is a seasoned and passionate Senior Yoga Alliance teacher with over a decade of experience. Beginning her own yoga journey in her 20’s, she has since spent 11 years guiding others toward wellness and balance. Her background is enriched by qualifications in holistic health, including massage therapy, bodywork, Reiki mastery and aromatherapy. Claire’s expertise extends into energy medicine, allowing her to support individuals of all ages – especially young people and adults in recovery – through mindfulness and meditation practices. Driven by a commitment to healing and transformation, she brings a nurturing and knowledgeable presence to her work.
Nina Mckellar began her yoga journey as a teenager, immersing herself further into her practice in her 20’s. During her travels, she encountered a transformative experience with an indian yoga teacher named Acharya, who not only deepened her understanding of yoga but also introduced her to meditation. This encounter helped her find a greater sense of grounding and balance, inspiring her to integrate both practices into her life. Nina completed her training with the British Wheel of Yoga over 2 decades ago. Her teaching style is both informed and up to date, infused with warmth and humour to make her sessions approachable and enjoyable.
how DOES it work?
Use of state-of-the-art gyms
Free sessions and classes, including gym intros, aqua classes, virtual classes, walks and talks.
Plus, up to 20 fitness classes each day
(additional charges apply)
Healthy breakfasts
Three-course light buffet lunches
Three-course dinners
Terms & Conditions
Some retreats are bookable through our partners. When this is the case, please use the contact details provided on the page to book your retreat.
There is a minimum number of people required for the break to run. Breaks will be cancelled if numbers are insufficient two weeks before the start of the break.
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