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COMING HOME: A SĀMYA RETREAT

Tuesday 13th October – Monday 19th October 2026
Ourika Valley, Morocco

Away from the rush of the world, this is an invitation to return. Six nights centered on practice, heritage, and the deep comfort of belonging—quiet mornings in the valley, unhurried afternoons, and soulful nights under the stars.

Coming Home is about more than a destination. It’s about embodying the Sāmya vibe in a land deeply personal to us. Jade, co-owner of Sāmya and a native of Morocco, welcomes you to his roots for an immersion that explores the "home" within your own body and the vibrant culture of the Ourika Valley.

Marhaba—you're welcome here.

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ABOUT   THE RETREAT

WHY THIS RETREAT

Coming Home is an exploration of belonging. It is a week dedicated to discovering what "home" truly means—finding it within the rhythm of your own breath, the strength of your body, and the warmth of a shared table.

Each day is anchored by steady practices—meditation and breath-led movement in the morning, and slower sessions in the late afternoon—to help you cultivate a reliable sense of home within yourself. In between, we explore home through connection: gathering for nourishing local meals, sharing stories, and closing our evenings with the collective resonance of yin and live music.

Surrounded by the ancient energy of the Atlas Mountains, the rhythm is unhurried on purpose. You're invited to be looked after, to breathe more gently, and to remember what it feels like to find home both in your own skin and in the company of others.

WHO IT'S FOR

Come as you are—curious beginner, returning practitioner, or someone simply craving a clearer head and a kinder pace. If you’ve felt stretched thin, if sleep has slipped, or if you want practices that meet you without pressure, you’ll feel at home here. Solo travellers, friends and partners are all welcome; we keep the group intimate and the teaching inclusive, with options offered throughout so you can choose what serves you on the day.

YOU'LL LEAVE WITH

By the end of our six nights together, you’ll have a felt sense of home and everyday tools to keep it: a simple morning sequence, down-shifting breathwork for stressful moments, and a renewed sense of connection. Expect steadier sleep, a quieter mind, and a body that has been listened to. You’ll leave with new friendships and a gentler rhythm to carry back into your life.

YOUR HOSTS

Laura + Jade
The founders of Sāmya Studios

Coming Home is a retreat born from a shared love of movement, heritage, and the deep sense of belonging found in community.

Laura and Jade are the founders of Sāmya Studios, a space dedicated to mindful movement, breath, and deep rest in Islington, London. Together, they bring their complementary perspectives—yoga, breathwork, and deep embodiment alongside a profound, personal connection to Moroccan culture—to create an experience that explores what it means to find home within yourself and with others.

With over a decade of teaching experience, Laura weaves together yoga, breathwork, somatics, and sound healing to create practices that feel both grounding and expansive. Rooted in the philosophy that slowing down makes us stronger, Laura guides with an intuitive, cyclical approach—encouraging you to listen inward and honour your own rhythm.

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Retreat   Highlights

The Venue

Our home for the week is set in the heart of the Atlas Mountains. Perched on a hilltop with 360-degree views of the Ourika Valley, the venue features a secluded swimming pool and lush terraced gardens filled with quiet corners for reflection. The rooms are unique, light-filled, and deeply grounding, each built using traditional Berber techniques with thick rammed-earth walls. The property is sustained by its own organic kitchen gardens and is designed to offer both spacious areas for community gathering and private nooks for solitude. It is a soulful, grounding sanctuary perfectly suited for steady practice, shared Moroccan feasts, and unhurried evenings under the stars.

The Rooms

Each room is a unique, light-filled sanctuary decorated with hand-woven Moroccan textiles and local craft. With thick rammed-earth walls to keep the temperature perfect, they offer private terraces or windows looking out over the river, the gardens, or the Atlas peaks.

The pool

At the heart of the grounds is a secluded saltwater infinity pool overlooking the valley—the perfect spot for an unhurried afternoon under the sun.

The gardens

The kasbah is wrapped in acres of lush terraced gardens, fragrant rose beds, and fruit orchards. These hidden pockets of green are designed for wandering; you’ll find organic vegetable plots that supply our table, quiet benches for journaling, and the gentle sound of birdsong—a perfect backdrop for your moments of solitude.

The traditional hammam

The on-site spa features a traditional Moroccan mammam. This ancient steam and scrub ritual is a vital part of the coming home experience, allowing you to physically soften and shed the noise of the outside world.

Cuisine

Nourishment is the heart of the Moroccan home. We’ll share seasonal, farm-to-table vegetarian meals featuring produce picked daily from the Kasbah’s organic gardens. From traditional sunrise breakfasts to sunset tagines shared family-style, every meal is an invitation to slow down and connect.

Local culture

Moroccan life is centered around simple hospitality and community. We’ll visit the vibrant local souks and nearby Berber villages, offering a glimpse into the rhythms and traditions that make this part of the world feel so welcoming.

Nature

The Ourika Valley is a landscape of raw, grounding beauty. Our days are framed by the snow-capped Atlas Mountains and the gentle rhythm of the river below. Whether we are trekking through wildflower-filled foothills or stargazing under the vast, unpolluted night sky, the natural world acts as a mirror, helping us find a sense of stillness and scale.

Communal Spaces

The venue is designed for both connection and solitude. From the fire-lit library and sunset terraces to the organic dining rooms where we share farm-to-table meals, there are endless spaces to feel at home.

The Practice Spaces

Practice is woven into the landscape. We will move through our week in the kasbah’s most beautiful spots—from sun-drenched terraces for morning flow to cozy, atmospheric indoor spaces for evening yin and breathwork.

Extras

Optional add-ons may include massages and wellness treatments (at an additional cost). You’ll also receive a small welcome goody bag on arrival.

WHAT TO   EXPECT

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

8:00a: Morning meditation
8:30a: Coffee, tea, fruit
9:00a: Morning practice
11:00a: Vegetarian seasonal brunch
Free time: walk, swim, pool time, me-time, bike ride, nap, card games, journaling etc.
3:00p: Afternoon snack
5:30p: Evening practice
7:30p: Vegetarian seasonal dinner

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

While our days are anchored by practice and shared meals, we believe "home" is a personal discovery. We’ve intentionally built in spacious windows of downtime so you can tailor the experience to what you need in the moment.

How you might spend your unhurried afternoons:

  • The Explorer: Take a taxi into Marrakech and get lost in the vibrant energy of the Medina.

  • The Wanderer: Head back out into the valley for more hiking through the local wildflowers.

  • The Nurturer: Curl up in a quiet corner with a book, your journal, and a view of the mountains.

  • The Rester: Spend your afternoon by the pool, soaking up the Moroccan sun.

There's no pressure to participate in everything. This is your time to return to yourself, however that looks for you.

Pricing ‎

Coming Home is a waitlist-first launch. By joining the waitlist, you’ll get 24-hour early access to book these rooms at our exclusive early bird rate before they open to the general public.

Premium Private Room — £2,250
Premium Double/Twin Room — £1,650 pp
Standard Double/Twin Room — £1,450 pp
Triple Room — £1,250 pp

All prices are per person.

Please don’t hesitate to come solo and share a room. Sharing is a lovely way to connect, and it often leads to friendships that last well beyond the retreat. There’s something special about arriving on your own, too; it can be a magical way to be held by a warm, open-hearted community.


DEPOSIT + PAYMENT PLANS
Reserve your place with a £750 non-refundable deposit. You can spread the remaining balance in simple monthly installments or pay in full—whatever feels easiest.

What's ‎ Included

  • 6 nights luxury accommodation in our quiet Ourika Valley sanctuary.

  • All seasonal, vegetarian meals, from our first dinner on arrival to breakfast on the morning of departure.

  • Twice-daily movement and mindfulness including vinyasa, slow flow, and restorative practices with Laura.

  • Active breathwork journeys designed to help you find a spacious inner landing place.

  • Traditional Moroccan cooking class to explore the heart of local nourishment.

  • Seamless airport transfers to and from the airport, so your retreat begins the moment you land.

  • Guided Atlas Mountain hike and a visit to a local market to connect with the land and community.

  • Traditional Hammam experience to soften the body and encourage deep rest.

  • Live music yin session for a soulful, collective evening of connection.

  • Spacious downtime to rest by the pool, journal, or explore Marrakech at your own pace.

  • Sāmya goodie bag filled with thoughtful essentials to support your week.

What's ‎ Not Included

  • Airfare to and from Morocco

  • Travel insurance (highly recommended)

  • Optional excursions or activities during free time (e.g., spa treatments, additional excursions)

  • Any meals or snacks outside the retreat centre

  • Personal expenses and souvenirs

  • Additional private yoga or breathwork sessions (available at an extra cost)

FAQs  

How to ‎ Book your spot

The Coming Home retreat is a waitlist-first launch. Sign up below to get first access and early bird pricing. When the link hits your inbox, you can reserve your room with a £750 non-refundable deposit. Remaining balances can be paid in full or via our simple monthly payment plans.

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