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Somatic Release Retreat in Peru's Sacred Valley

The body keeps what the mind has filed away. Here it gets to let some of it go.

Somatic release session at a retreat in Peru's Sacred Valley
Walking along terraced fields in the Sacred Valley, Peru
Hot spring pools in the Sacred Valley, Peru
Relaxing on the lawn at a retreat in Peru's Sacred Valley
Falafel plate with hummus and pita, and a Buddha bowl, at a retreat in Peru
Eggs benedict with smoked salmon and vegetarian couscous at a retreat in Peru
Vegetarian and vegan food menu at a retreat in Peru: eggs benedict, couscous, shakshuka, waffle, quinoa salad, fritters, falafel and a Buddha bowl
Breakfast buffet served at the bar of the hangout at a retreat in Peru
The hangout bar in the evening at a retreat in Peru
Guests dancing at the hangout bar at night at a retreat in Peru
Private thatched cabin with a deck, hammocks and a wooden hot tub in the Sacred Valley, Peru
Cabin interior with two single beds, woven blankets and glass doors opening to the garden, Peru
Shared dorm room with wooden bunk beds and doors opening to a flower garden, Peru
Open timber shower with linen curtains, stone floor and plants at a retreat in Peru
Wooden composting toilet with a stone sink, candle and plants at a retreat in Peru

Somatic release is work with the body rather than about it. Tension you've carried for years, a tight jaw, a locked belly, shoulders that never come down, is treated as information, not as a problem to think your way out of.

Choose a single day or three days. Days are built around slow movement, shaking, stretching, breath, touch exercises in pairs and long periods of rest. There is very little talking and no need to explain or relive anything. Some sessions are loud, some are almost still.

Sometimes things come up: laughing, crying, heat, trembling, sleepiness. All of it is normal and nobody will make a fuss. This is not therapy and does not replace it. If you're dealing with trauma or anything acute, talk to us before you book.

People usually leave lighter and more aware of where they hold themselves tight. You also take home a handful of simple practices to do at home, in bed or in a bathroom stall.

The valley, the food, the place

Sessions are slow, so the rest of the day is slow too. The valley gives you quiet paths, a river to sit by and plenty of sun to lie in. Food is healthy, varied and always available, so nothing needs managing. The house is clean and warm, the group is gentle, and now and then a small treat shows up unannounced. The food is excellent, and vegetarian options are always available.

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Full refund if we cancel the retreat, or if you cancel 30 or more days before it starts. 50% refund if you cancel 7 to 29 days before. No refund after that.

Questions first? WhatsApp us or write to info@peruretreats.com.