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If you’re interested in exploring yoga and how it can benefit you but have found all the different options a bit overwhelming, we’ve created the perfect two-night break to gently ease you into yoga practice… and who knows where the journey may take you.

Scientific studies have shown us that slowing down, looking inwards and being more mindful helps us to be better at work, rest and play. This may explain the explosion of yoga classes and studios offering a variety of themes. If you’re looking to dip your toe in the calming yoga waters, however, this immense choice can be rather daunting, so our break is designed for those new to yoga, to get you started on your own yoga journey.

We’ve created an enlightening and empowering break based around a key tenet within yoga practice: the Sun Salutation. While this sequence of 12 positions only became central to many styles and classes in the early 20th century, its origins are rooted in history. Giving thanks to the Sun was one of the belief systems held by the Pashupta sect right back in the 2nd century.

The Sun Salutation can remove bodily and mental tensions, improve circulation, stimulate the nervous system and loosen your joints. It can also improve mobility in your whole body and tone the muscles of your abdomen, pelvis and spine.

You will be part of a small group and will experience five unique classes geared to gently ease you into yoga practice and help you to take your first steps forward, all within the calming and relaxing surroundings for which Ragdale Hall is so well known.

This unique break will leave you feeling tighter, lighter and brighter, with a confidence to incorporate what you’ve learnt – not just about yoga, but also yourself – into your everyday life. This break will also equip you with the right knowledge and skills to possibly progress onto one of our Real Life Yoga breaks in the future.

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If Body Pump leaves you feeling deflated and Body Combat has you fighting to get away, then why not join us for a unique dance break in the luxury surroundings for which we’re so renowned.

This two-night break promises to be just the inspiration you need to help you on the journey to a fitter, slimmer you, while having fun every (quick) step of the way!

Dance has been scientifically proven to produce a wide range of health and weight loss benefits while also taking way the monotony of more traditional exercise formats.  Our activity timetable already includes a number of very popular dance workouts but this is your chance to be among a friendly group to try your hand (or is that feet?) at some new ones too, all choreographed specifically for this event by our amazingly creative team, led by award-winning trainer, Dean Hodgkin, who has headed up dance projects for top brands such as Nike and Reebok.

Of course, there will also be plenty of time for relaxation and pampering in true Ragdale Hall style so you’ll be able to indulge yourself in our Thermal Spa, indoor and outdoor pools, cosseting relaxation areas – and enjoy a 40-minute treatment.

You don’t have to be a budding Fred or Ginger to join our chorus line, as all our classes will feature non-complex, easy to master routines – and you can even dress up too! You can even bring your two left feet if you wish, as the emphasis is simply on getting your body moving. With some never-seen-before classes being launched during this event, who knows, you could be witness to the next fitness craze… and keep your new-found twinkle toes moving long after you leave us!  And as we always say, our aim is to not only put a little sweat on your brow, but also to put a big smile on your face!

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