Beginner SUP, Yoga, Wild Swim & Sauna
£499pp
13th - 15th August 2027
Stay in a luxury country house outside the market town of Sedbergh
Two relaxing Yoga classes with qualified and knowledgeable instructors
Intro to SUP session at Killington Lake with qualified instructors
Gourmet homecooked meals, using the best ingredients & full of tasty goodness
Sauna & Ice Bath session
Guided Wild Swim with the Dale Dipper, learn techniques to deal with cold water
Relax in beautiful surroundings with breath taking views
Overview
This is a weekend all about the Western dales merging in to the Lake District and the amazing activities and surroundings the area has to offer. An itinerary that combines relaxing Yoga, tailored for both beginners and the more experienced Yogi alongside a guided wild swim with wild swim coach Les (aka the Dales Dipper) and a beginner stand up paddle boarding session on the beautiful Killington Lake. The wild swim with take place in a beautiful and safe location and Les will be there to offer support along with the techniques to deal with cold water submersion. Danny and his team from SUP Active Yorkshire, will be bringing their quality fleet of paddle boards and teaching you new skills or helping you to develop on existing ones. Staying in luxury accommodation with great social spaces, you will be able to socialise or take the time out as you need it. Enjoy a sauna & ice bath session with great views to top the weekend off.
Accommodation
St Marks Stays is a beautiful country house, located on the outskirts of Sedbergh and set remotely with lots of lovely garden space. St Marks Stays comfortably sleeps 12 people in twin and double (used for single occupancy) rooms, some of which are en suite. It boasts gorgeous living spaces and has some perfect areas outside for sitting in hammocks or chilling around a firepit. This is a creative venue, where the owners also live on site. They have made their home a calming space perfect for a weekend in the Yorkshire Dales.. There is a large living room, dining room, WiFi and onsite parking.
To get to St Marks, you are approx 15 minutes from the M6 or 1 hour from the A1.
Activities
SUP (STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING) these sessions will take place at Killington Lake, on the Cumbria border. Danny and his team at SUP Active Yorkshire provide high quality paddleboards, life preserves, wetsuits & splash jackets. You will be split in to a couple of groups and whether you have paddled before and want to develop your skills or whether you are a complete beginner, these lessons are perfect.
YOGA whether you practise yoga regularly or will be a beginner, our Yoga instructors tailor the classes to suit all levels and plan them around the activities you will be doing so they compliment each other. Mats can be provided or if you have your own, please bring one along.
WILD SWIMMING is a very popular activity and very important it is done in a safe environment. This guided session is led by Les Peebles a.k.a The Dales Dipper, he knows all the best spots in the Dales and will be on hand to guide you through the safety aspects and give you the techniques to deal with cold water. We recommend to do the dips/swim in a swimsuit to get the full benefit. If you have a health condition, please contact your GP in advance.
SAUNA & ICE BATH there will be a session allocated to use the onsite sauna and regulated ice baths. This session is non guided with the support of each other. 2 - 4 hot & cold cycles are recommended. If you have a health condition, please contact your GP in advance.
Who is this trip suitable for?
This retreat is suitable for those travelling solo or with friends who want to learn or develop their stand up paddle boarding skills and grow confidence in cold water. The weekend will be at a relaxed pace with plenty of time to chill in between activities. It is aimed at beginner level upwards and those wanting to explore new activities. A reasonable level of fitness is recommended to get the most out of the retreat.
Itinerary
Friday - arrival from 4pm 6pm - 7pm Yoga Class 7.30pm - delicious 2 course dinner
Saturday - breakfast from 8am 9.15am - pick up by coach and transported to Killington Lake to meet Danny and his team from SUP Active Yorkshire for your Intro to SUP session 12.15pm - return to St Marks Stays 1pm - lunch 3pm - 4pm - Yoga class 4.30pm - 5.30pm Sauna & Ice Bath session in the spa garden 7pm - delicious 2 course dinner
Sunday - 7am - tea, coffee & fruit 7.45am - meet out wild swim guide and take a 15 minute walk to to the wild swim location 9.30am - breakfast 10.30am - depart
Itineraries & timings are subject to change depending on weather conditions. The Yorkshire Dales is beautiful but the weather can be changeable
What’s Included
2 nights luxury accommodation at St Marks Stays nr Sedbergh
2 x 1 hour Yoga classes
2 hour Intro to SUP session with SUP Active Yorkshire. Boards, wetsuits, buoyancy aids & transport included
Guided wild swim with the Dales Dipper (transport included)
Sauna & Ice Bath session
2 Dinners, 1 Lunch, 2 Breakfasts, all homecooked vegetarian meals
Unlimited tea, coffee & herbal drinks
Qualified local guides & instructors
Time to relax and enjoy the lovely social areas
Prices & Dates
£499pp. A £150 non-refundable deposit is required to secure the booking
5 rooms are twin share with ensuite bathrooms. 2 single occupancy rooms which share a bathroom are available. Please request when you book and these will be confirmed if there is availability.
11th - 13th June & 13th - 15th August 2027 - 12 spaces in total
Dietary Requirements - all of our food is made from fresh and is designed & created with a varied, gourmet vegetarian menu which is a combination of healthy meals and treats. Please let us know if you have any allergies and we will do our best to accommodate you, however please be aware that the kitchens we use can’t always be 100% allergen free.
Any questions about this trip, please email info@emmasdale.co.uk