Retreats

Root to Rise

12 - 18 October 2026

A women’s yoga and life coaching retreat in Southern Spain with Emily Roberti and Sophie Partridge

It’s time to come home to yourself

Give yourself the gift of taking part in a transformational women’s retreat, held in a stunning, luxurious finca in the magnificent mountains of Andalusia in Southern Spain.

Rest and reconnect away from the demands and distractions of daily life. Invest in some concentrated self-care. Heal body and soul with the support of Emily and Sophie, in the company of other like-minded women. Feel the magic which happens when you connect to your inner guidance and receive the gems your true nature has to share with you.

 

Imagine yourself relaxing in the warmth of the sun… swimming in the infinity pool overlooking the magnificent mountains… enjoying delicious, healthy meals lovingly prepared for you …grounding and restoring with daily yoga… reconnecting with your own wisdom, reviving your dreams and inspirations…making new friends or curling up with a good book on a peaceful terrace…enjoying good company under the light of the stars…

What to expect

Emily Roberti, an experienced yoga teacher, will guide you through a well balanced schedule of twice daily yoga, meditation and breathwork. Mornings will be uplifiting and dynamic to help shift stagnation, and evenings will incorporate restorative/yin yoga with guided relaxation (yoga nidra) to soothe the nervous system.

Sophie Partridge, master life coach and experienced tarot reader, will guide you in her workshops to track the messages and guidance of your own true nature.  She will offer guided journeys and exercises, share some practical tools, and invite you to reflect, share and journal, all while safely held in a supportive circle of women.  During the week each participant will be offered the choice of a one-to-one coaching session or a tarot reading with Sophie.

Delicious plant-based food with some meat options will be served throughout the retreat by Benjamin from La Pachamama Organic Kitchen. You won’t be disappointed, we promise!

Leave the retreat feeling rooted, revitalised and inspired, clearer on where you are heading, and equipped with some practical tools to help you stay on track.

Details

  • Sample Schedule (this is just a guide and subject to change)

    ARRIVAL DAY

    4pm check in

    6.30pm Welcome circle

    TYPICAL DAY

    9 - 10.30am Morning yoga and meditation practice with Emily

    10.30am Brunch

    12 - 1.30pm Group workshop with life coach, Sophie

    3pm Snacks

    Free time and individual coaching sessions

    4 - 5.30pm Evening yoga with Emily

    6.30pm Dinner

    FINAL DAY

    8am Morning yoga and closing circle

    9am breakfast

    Check out by 10am

    Please note:

    • there will be one morning off yoga to go hiking or explore the local towns

    • on some days the group coaching will take place in the evening instead of 12pm

  • Finca Avedin is a welcoming and luxurious finca nestled amongst cork forest, olive and almond groves. There is an extensive garden, a large courtyard and a stunning infinity pool overlooking the Andalusian mountains. The house has been thoughtfully restored down to the finest detail. Finca Avedin is the perfect place to restore and heal and soak up the power and beauty of Nature. 

    The house offers a variety of indoor and outdoor spots to relax, either with others or by yourself. There are plenty of terraces, a beautiful outdoor dining area and a spacious living room. There is an indoor yoga/group room, as well as an outdoor practice area by the infinity pool. 

    The bedrooms are light and airy and some of them have private terraces. Most are spacious twin rooms and there are also two single occupancy suites for those who want more privacy and luxury. Bedrooms are equipped with ceiling fans. Beds are comfortable with high quality linen. There are soft towels and gorgeous organic toiletries as well as hairdryers in the bathrooms. Most rooms have ensuite bathrooms. 

    Finca Avedin is a 15 minute walk away from Gaucín, a charming whitewashed mountain village with sensational views toward the Mediterranean.

  • THE ROOMS

    Most rooms are shared so let us know if you’re coming with a friend otherwise we’ll allocate a roommate for you.

    Superior suite - £2,695 single occupancy

    Twin room - £1,895 per person

    Small twin - £1,595 per person

    Room photos, descriptions & booking info can be found on our retreat PDF

    WHAT’S INCLUDED

    Accommodation

    All meals

    Twice daily yoga classes

    Daily group workshops

    An individual coaching session

    A group transfer to and from Malaga airport with our recommended flight

    WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

    Flights and holiday insurance

    Alternative travel arrangements

    Massage treatments

    BOOKING

    If you’d like to book or have any questions please email Emily at birdieyoga@gmail.com with your room preference (subject to availability). A deposit of £500 per person is required to confirm your space and the balance will be due 8 weeks before the retreat. If booking after this date, full payment is required.

    If there is a different payment plan that would work better for you please let us know and we’ll see what we can make work

    And finally, all payments are non-refundable. For this reason we recommend that you take out travel insurance to cover you in the event that you need to cancel at the last minute. All retreat terms and conditions can be read here

  • Emily and Sophie have been good friends for 12 years and are delighted to be working together again, creating a safe and restorative space for women. Each builds on what the other does, weaving together seamlessly the work of nourishing the body and coming home to the self. They know the healing power of compassion and the transformative potential of a safely held group. They are committed to tending to each individual and are honoured to witness the magic of transformation.


    EMILY ROBERTI - Yoga teacher

    Emily is an experienced yoga teacher, who offers a nurturing and compassionate practice to all ages and abilities. She encourages thoughtful and conscious movement as well as deep inner listening to help cultivate a quality of attention and care that translates into daily life

    www.emilyroberti.com

    SOPHIE PARTRIDGE - Master life coach and tarot reader

    Sophie works with people to track and align with their inner guidance so that  their life flows more creatively, elegantly and with greater vitality. She supports and coaches clients through transitions, and towards creating their  dreams and goals providing safety, challenge and accountability.  

    www.sophiepartridge.com

  • Good food is at the heart of our retreat. A delicious plant-based menu with meat and fish options will be prepared by our chef, Benjamin, from La Pachamama Organic Kitchen. You won't be disappointed, we promise! Brunch, nourishing snacks and dinner will be served each day - not only will it taste exceptional, it will be a visual treat, and you'll feel amazing.

Retreat Testimonials

  • "I felt called to book this retreat despite having never met either of you. I didn't quite know what I was coming for ... but I sensed some alchemy awaited. Being in your presence was such a gift. I was destined to cross paths with you two gorgeous souls, as well as the other women on the retreat. I learnt something about myself from everyone there. The sunshine, the luminous light and the 'heart chakra green' flora fed me as much as the incredible food, inspiring conversations and introspective sessions"

    Nina R

  • "There is alchemy at play when these two work together and it's a rare and precious magic. Ask anyone who has done a retreat with Emily and Sophie - just don't tell everyone when you have!"

    Annabel K

  • "It's funny, I think I came away with rest and re-set on my mind but actually what I needed was an open community, space to connect to what is actually happening in my life and permission to be allowed to give time to that. Each yoga practice and coaching session opened up more to me and I've come away feeling like something in me has started to unlock and release. I feel more clarity and more grounded - I didn't think I realised how much I was tucking away which needed to be addressed. A huge thank you"

    Emily F

For enquiries and to book, email birdieyoga@gmail.com