As part of a one-day masterclass, I am excited to offer four highly interactive workshops on self-care as a leadership skill in London, Amsterdam, Birmingham and Copenhagen. This is part of a one-day program offered by the ExecTrack Academy. The ExecTrack Academy delivers interactive & thought provoking One-Day Masterclasses led by their inspirational faculty, focusing on topics relevant to women in business today. I will offer a highly interactive workshop on self-care as a leadership skill in the morning. The afternoon will include a talk by Roz Savage. Roz Savage is the first (and so far only) woman to row solo across the world’s “Big Three” oceans: Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian. She holds four Guinness World Records, and was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire for services to fundraising and the environment.
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Last minute Surf & Yoga Retreat
Do you love surfing and yoga? Whether you are a pro or a beginner (both surfing and yoga), you are welcome. This will be a different kind of retreat. There will be no fixed rules and time schedules. We will co-create this retreat together. Breakfast, yoga and surfing times depend on when the best surfing is possible. You book your own flights, but we will fly from Amsterdam to Lisbon together and rent a car to take us to our B&B. Read More
Yoga Retreat Swiss Alps 2017
Treat yourself to an invigorating retreat in the Swiss mountains. A magical retreat for you to reconnect, restore and renew. The one thing we never seem to have time for is ourselves. Discover how yoga, healthy food and connecting with yourself and nature can help you to de-stress, restore energy and get more focus. The daily yoga sessions are balanced with plenty of free time for you to relax in the beautiful Spa and to take in the breathtaking natural surroundings as well as time to connect with one another through outdoor activities, like hiking, walking and cycling.Read More
Yoga Retreat Zeeland 2017
During this weekend you will discover how yoga, breath, meditation and living life mindfully can support you in living an energetic life, not just at the physical level but a life that excites and inspires you, a life full of possibilities. You will eat with full awareness and nourish your system with healthy, tasteful and balancing meals. There will be dynamic, energizing vinyasa classes as well as more calming, relaxing yoga classes in which you will learn to deeply relax and release tensions and stress.Read More
Energy Balancing Yoga Retreat 2016
Treat yourself to an invigorating retreat in the Swiss mountains. A magical retreat for you to reconnect, restore and renew. The one thing we never seem to have time for is ourselves. Discover how yoga, healthy food and connecting with yourself and nature can help you to de-stress, restore energy and get more focus. The daily yoga sessions are balanced with plenty of free time for you to relax in the beautiful Spa and to take in the breathtaking natural surroundings as well as time to connect with one another through outdoor activities, like hiking, walking and cycling.Read More
Mindfulness and Yoga Retreat 2016
During this Mindfulness and Yoga Retreat we cultivate presence on the yoga mat, the meditation cushion and at the dinner table. Mindfulness, yoga and meditation teach you to be aware in the present moment. Being present is the only way to enjoy life to the fullest. By being mindful, you enjoy your food, friends and family more. By being more present in your everyday life it’s easier to let go of stress, tension and negativity. You become more open, more playful, more relaxed and more appreciative of life. Read More
Yoga Retreat Zeeland 2016
During this weekend you will get loads of new energy and insights on how to lead a more relaxed and balanced life. Discover how yoga, breath, meditation and living life mindfully can support you. During this weekend we eat with full awareness and we will nourish your system with healthy, tasteful meals. You will be able to enjoy your food more and become aware of what the effect of good food is on your body and mind. There will be dynamic, energizing vinyasa classes as well as more calming, relaxing yogaclasses in which you will learn to deeply relax and release tensions and stress.Read More
Alpine Yoga Retreat 2015
I have just come back from teaching my weekend Alpine yoga retreat in the beautiful Swiss alps at the historic luxury hotel Le Grand Bellevue in Gstaad. Le Grand Bellevue is a unique place where they take ‘retreating yourself’ to the next level. Everything is taken care off during your stay, so you can literally take a step back and relax. Healthy food is served at fine dining level. There are AM and PM yoga classes to restore body and mind and there’s plenty of time to recharge your batteries in the beautiful Spa and to experience the stunning Alpine scenery. It’s a very special place, and a very special retreat.Read More
Weekend Mini Retreat Friesland 2015
Mindful – Matters organiseert in samenwerking met Suzan van de Roemer en Chantal Soeters een weekend mini retreat in Friesland. Een mini-retreat betekent 3 dagen lang ontspanning, rust en aandacht voor jezelf. Laagdrempelig, vrolijk en inspirerend ben je bezig met bewustwording. Op het programma staan verschillende en toegankelijke meditaties en laagdrempelige activiteiten om het weekend mindful te beleven. Maar ook: goed en puur eten, bij het haardvuur zitten, door het bos wandelen en goede gesprekken. Of juist stilte als je daar even aan toe bent.Read More
Give Presence Event
Last Wednesday Jan the 14th the Dutch lululemon team, Suzan van de Roemer from NL Studio’s and I hosted an event around the theme “Give presence”. From food bloggers to fit girls, we gathered together a great collection of unique people from different backgrounds. They had one thing in common: a passion for inspiring others to live a happier, healthier and more conscious lifestyle. Our event together celebrated the beauty of living in the moment, of giving your presence. Read More
Pop-up Dinner Amsterdam
Our Pop-up dinners welcome young social & creative entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial spirits who like to connect with like-minded people in a setting outside of a commercial restaurant. Dinners are held in the privacy of someone’s home. The purpose is to meet new people, to share ideas and inspire each other, all while enjoying a delicious home-cooked meal. Bring an open mind, a positive, relaxed and curious attitude and a strong desire to connect with new people.Read More
Weekend Yoga Retreat Gstaad 2015
During this weekend with Chantal at Le grand Bellevue Gstaad, you will learn how you can prevent winter blues through yoga, breath work and good food. We examine the impact of nutrition, breathing and yoga on our body, our energy level and our state of mind. You will gain more insight in yourself, in what you need to feel alive and full of energy. At Le Grand Bellevue, you’ll enjoy easy elegance and Michelin* rated food in a captivating Alpine setting. Read More
Weekend Yoga Retreat Zeeland 2015
During this Weekend Yoga Retreat in Zeeland with Chantal, you will learn how to clear space in your body and mind in order to bring in renewed energy. Spring is a time of shedding and rebirth, the perfect time to renew yourself and to let to go of what no longer serves you, to shed what needs to be shed. This is includes cleansing your body of any winter build up. Just like we need to take a shower every morning or clean our homes, we need to clean our bodies internally. Read More
Weekend Yoga Retreat Zeeland 2014
During this Weekend Yoga Retreat in Zeeland you will learn how to prevent the winter blues through yoga, breathing exercises and nutrition. Many people feel less fit and healthy during the winter season. Winter is a time when people go outside less, become less active and eat more food. The days are shorter and colder and it’s easy to find excuses to avoid exercise or eat healthy when it’s cold and miserable outside. During the retreat you will learn strategies which help you stay motivated during the winter season and stick with a healthy eating and yoga routine. Read More
Mini Weekend Retreat (in Dutch) 2014
Mindful – Matters organiseert in samenwerking met Suzan van de Roemer en Chantal Soeters een weekend-mini-retreat in Friesland. Een mini-retreat betekent 3 dagen lang ontspanning, rust en aandacht voor jezelf. Laagdrempelig, vrolijk en inspirerend ben je bezig met bewustwording. Op het programma staan verschillende en toegankelijke meditaties en laagdrempelige activiteiten om het weekend mindful te beleven. Maar ook: goed en puur eten, bij het haardvuur zitten, door het bos wandelen en goede gesprekken. Of juist stilte als je daar even aan toe bent.Read More
WH’s Fit for Summer event
A few weeks ago I taught yoga to 70 women on the beautiful terrace of the Muziekgebouw on the shore of the river ‘IJ’. The yoga class was part of Women’s Health Fit For Summer event , an event where healthy and fit women could explore different kinds of movement, including bootcamp, yoga, surfing and paddle boarding. The yoga class was part of a partnership with Lululemon, my favourite brand of technical yoga wear. When it was time to teach my yoga class, the rain came pouring down, the winds blew hard and heavy against the building and our yoga mats were soaked right through and almost blew away. Read More
Mini Weekend Retreat (in Dutch)
Mindful – Matters organiseert in samenwerking met Suzan van de Roemer en Chantal Soeters een weekend-mini-retreat in Friesland. Een mini-retreat betekent 3 dagen lang ontspanning, rust en aandacht voor jezelf. Laagdrempelig, vrolijk en inspirerend ben je bezig met bewustwording. Op het programma staan verschillende en toegankelijke meditaties en laagdrempelige activiteiten om het weekend mindful te beleven. Maar ook: goed en puur eten, bij het haardvuur zitten, door het bos wandelen en goede gesprekken. Of juist stilte als je daar even aan toe bent.Read More