DEEP HEALING with Guest Teacher SIMON LOW
Friday 5 September – Sunday 7 September 2025
3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS – EXCLUSIVE LUXURY RETREAT
I am delighted to announce the opportunity to spend a weekend at Woll House with internationally acclaimed teacher Simon Low. This weekend is all about cultivating health, pain-free movement, deep healing and ‘letting go’ at a cellular level”.
Over the course of this weekend retreat, Simon will introduce Thomas Hanna’s-inspired Somatic approach to human health and healing. Embrace this unique opportunity to feel these deeply effective movements principals woven within the practice of yoga, an approach Simon has evolved over 35 years of teaching and research. You will leave the weekend understanding why many physiotherapists, osteopaths, massage therapists, yoga teachers and psychotherapists regard Somatic Movement Education as the “missing link” between physical therapy and healing at a cellular level. This approach to movement practices has also been described as the ‘missing link’ between physical therapy and yoga.
Pioneer of neurology and a philosophy professor, Thomas Hanna, created Hanna Somatic Education. The somatic movements were created to address what he saw as unhelpful movement patterns caused by held tension accumulated over the years by every body, to one degree or another.
These movement practices are known to help alleviate common musculoskeletal conditions, improve posture and movement, as well as curing and preventing recurring pain and injuries.
Simon brings a perfect balance of fluid chi-kung inspired yoga vinyasa, restorative yin yoga and somatic movement education into each workshop weekend, leaving you invigorated, inspired and in peace.
What’s Included
After arrival you will have the opportunity to settle in, meet your fellow guests over afternoon tea and relax before your first evening workshop.
Each morning, there will be a workshop followed by a beautiful and tasty 2 course brunch.
On Saturday, after brunch, there will be an optional guided walk and wild swim.
Throughout the weekend, we offer plenty of free time to allow you to relax in the infrared sauna or hot tub, to chat with new friends or to just be. You can curl up with a book in the library, take a walk in our private woods or sit on the deck overlooking the valley and allow the peace to settle in. An onsite masseuse is also available for anyone wishing to book a pampering and relaxing treat.
In the evenings, there will be a workshop followed by a 2 course dinner with ample time to relax again.
Our private chef, Delia, aka The Jammy Cook, will be providing all your food. Delia and I are both “foodies” so every dish is designed to tickle your taste buds and ensures that the food is an important part of your retreat. Curated to nourish both your body and your soul, all meals are designed to put a smile on your face and a “mmmmm” in your mouth! Meals will be vegetarian and we use locally sourced fresh produce wherever possible. Unlimited tea, herbal tea and coffee is also included. In the morning, a selection of fresh fruit, bread or croissants will be available alongside juice, tea and coffee for anyone not wishing to practice on an empty stomach.
Example Schedule
Day 1: Arrival Day
- 14:00 onwards – Arrival and check in, Afternoon Tea
- 16:30 – 18:30 – Welcome and Overview, Workshop 1
- 18:45 onwards – Dinner and own relaxation time
Day 2:
- 08:30 – 11:30 – Workshop 2
- 12:00 onwards – Brunch followed by relaxation time
- 13:00 – 16:30 – Guided Walk/Wild Swim/Free time
- 16:30 – 18:30 – Workshop 3
- 19:00 onwards – Dinner and own relaxation time
Day 3:
- 09:00 – 12:00 – Workshop 4
- 12:30 onwards – Brunch and own relaxation time
- 15:00 onwards – Departure
The Venue
Built in 1874, Woll House is a Victorian mansion house with original features. Accommodation comprises 6 private twin or king bedrooms each with either an ensuite bathroom or a dedicated private bathroom located adjacent to the bedroom. If you simply haven’t had enough movement, there is a gym with a treadmill, weight bench, mini-trampoline, punch bag and gloves and a rowing machine. However, if you’d prefer to relax, in addition to the infrared sauna and hot tub, there is an extensive library with an open fireplace as well as plenty of room in the drawing room to curl up in front of the fire. Outside, Woll House Estate comprises over 100 acres of private woodlands and fields that you’re welcome to explore at your leisure. Or if you prefer, you can simply sit on the deck with a book and enjoy the views over the open Scottish countryside. Woll House is nestled in beautiful countryside and provides an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity that will perfectly complement this exclusive weekend.
Accommodation & Pricing for Simon Low
See Accommodation for photos and descriptions of all rooms.
1st Floor:
Aditi – Super King bed, spacious suite with sofa, private bathroom with bath – £845 per person. [2 places remaining]
Lakshmi – Shared Twin, with dressing table, private bathroom with walk in shower and bath – £799 per person; can be booked as a single and another guest will be allocated to the room. [SOLD OUT]
Saraswati – Super King Bed, spacious suite with en-suite bathroom with walk in shower – £845 per person. [2 places remaining]
2nd Floor:
Kali – Super King, Spacious suite with sofa, desk, private bathroom, walk in shower and bath- £845 per person, it MAY be possible to book this as a single twin and another guest will be allocated to the room. [2 places remaining]
Durga – Shared Twin, Spacious room with sofa, bathroom with walk in shower. Durga shares a bathroom with Parvati Twin if this room is also booked – £699 per person; can be booked as a single and another guest will be allocated to the room. [SOLD OUT]
Parvati – Shared Twin, Spacious room with armchair, bathroom with walk in shower. Parvati shares a bathroom with Durga Twin if this room is also booked – £699 per person; can be booked as a single and another guest will be allocated to the room. [1 place remaining]
Check Accommodation Page for availability and contact@wollesateretreats.co.uk to secure reservation. All rooms have dedicated private bathrooms.
The Teacher
After a career in the music industry based out of London, New York & Los Angeles, Simon undertook training as a yoga teacher and therapist 35 years ago with renowned yoga teacher, therapist and author Dr Larry Payne at Samata International in Los Angeles, California. These studies are augmented by his studies and training in Somatics, macrobiotics, bodywork, chi kung and psycho-spiritual enquiry. As principal of The Yoga Academy, he offers foundational and continuing education to yoga teachers and students in the UK and internationally.
Simon’s foundational teachings are informed by those of Sri T Krishnamacharya and his primary students. His current teachings reflect his continued enquiry, training and on-going studies in many forms of Hatha and Classical yoga, traditional Chinese and eastern medicine, Chi Kung, ancient and contemporary healing methodologies, centred-movement, Thomas Hanna inspired somatic education, psychology, physical therapy and nutrition.
Following many years of teaching in the UK & Europe, Simon co-founded Triyoga in London, where he was Director of Yoga until 2003. Since then he has concentrated on teacher training at The Yoga Academy and on leading study immersions, workshops and rejuvenating yoga retreats around the world.
Simon is now based at Santillan Retreat in Spain where he runs retreats & trainings throughout the year, along with twice weekly Zoom classes accessible via www.homeyoga.life
Contact & Enquiries
Samantha +447946663121; contact@wollestateretreats.co.uk for more information or to reserve a place on the next retreat.
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