Sparkle Your Vital Energy

September 13 – September 18, 2026

Inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine, this retreat invites you to reconnect with your life energy. Annelies Espeel developed her own Energy Master Classes, in which she delves deeper into what energy really is and how you can work with it during this retreat. From the Chinese perspective, we come into the world with pre-heaven energy, while we build our post-heaven energy from the first breath. However, the hectic pace of daily life often disrupts this energy balance, resulting in exhaustion or burnout. Through gentle movement, nourishing meals, and conscious self-care rituals, you will learn how to preserve, restore, and rebuild your energy levels. You will return home with renewed vitality, inner balance, and a natural sparkle that resonates in all aspects of your life.

Annelies Espeel

Annelies Espeel studied Chinese medicine for 5 years in Nanjing (China) and has more than 20 years of practical experience. She helps women restore vitality, balance, and inner radiance.

Program

Arrival day ▼

16:00 – 17:00
Arrival & Welcome
17:00 – 18:30
Opening Circle & Intentions
18:30 – 20:00
Dinner
20:00 – 21:00
Guided Meditation

Daily program ▼

07:30 – 08:30
Morning Qigong
08:30 – 09:30
Breakfast
10:00 – 12:00
Workshop (energy, nutrition or emotional balance)
12:30 – 13:30
Lunch
14:00 – 18:00
Free time, guided nature walk or individual session
18:30 – 20:00
Dinner
20:00 – 21:00
Meditation or sharing circle

Departure day ▼

07:30 – 08:30
Morning Qigong
08:30 – 09:30
Breakfast
09:30 – 10:30
Check-out
10:30 – 12:00
Closing Ceremony
12:00 – 13:00
Lunch
13:00 – 14:00
Farewell

Note: The program may slightly change based on weather conditions and group dynamics.

During each retreat, a lunch is organized in the vineyards.

No qigong experience is required for this retreat.

Practical information

Dates & rates

  • Private price: €2395
  • Business price: €2395 excl. VAT
  • Date: September 13 – September 18, 2026
  • Language: English, Dutch (depends on the language of the participants)

Included

To provide yourself

  • Flight and transport
  • Travel insurance

Do you have any questions about our retreats?

Where is Kayanova located and how do I get there?2026-01-29T12:53:20+00:00

Kayanova is located in Montbrun-des-Corbières, in the South of France. The retreat center is easily accessible by plane, train, or car.

There are several airports nearby: Carcassonne about 25 minutes away, Perpignan and Béziers about 1 hour away, Toulouse and Montpellier about 1.5 hours away.

The Lézignan-Corbières train station is a 10-minute drive away, while Carcassonne and Narbonne are about 30 minutes away.

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Address:
Kayanova Retreat Center
2 Allée Romantique
11700 Montbrun-des-Corbières
France

What is included in the price of a Kayanova retreat?2026-01-29T12:54:01+00:00

Your accommodation, all meals, drinks and snacks, towels, bath products, yoga equipment, all guided sessions and the use of the necessary materials specific to each retreat.

Transportation to and from the location as well as travel insurance are not included.

What is not included in the price?2026-01-29T13:12:23+00:00

Transportation to and from the location as well as travel insurance are not included.

Is there parking available? And can I charge my electric car there?2026-01-29T12:54:54+00:00

There is free and ample parking at Kayanova. There is currently no charging station on the property. There are several charging stations in Lézignan-Corbières, a 10-minute drive away.

What should I bring to the retreat?2026-01-29T13:12:19+00:00

We recommend bringing the following:

  • Cash for transfer to/from airport or train station
  • Your personal toiletry bag (toothbrush, toothpaste, …) We provide shampoo, shower soap, conditioner and body milk.
  • Comfortable and light clothing for retreat activities.
  • Something warmer to wear in case it gets chilly during the evening (best to check the weather forecast)
  • Swimwear, sunscreen and flip-flops
  • An alarm clock or wristwatch in case you choose not to use your smartphone during the retreat
  • Hiking boots/closed shoes for hiking in nature
  • A raincoat in case it rains
  • Medication you need

Kayanova provides the following so you have to pack less:

  • Organic shampoo, shower soap, conditioner and body milk
  • A notebook and ballpoint pen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • An umbrella in case of rain
  • Hair dryers with diffuser in each room
  • A beach towel
  • All yoga and meditation materials (mats, bolsters, belts, blankets, blocks) so you do not need to bring your own materials.
What meals are served?2026-01-29T12:56:20+00:00

Our meals are seasonal, pure, and prepared with care. Always with local, organic ingredients. We cook light and nourishing meals, so that body and mind can relax. Upon registration, you can indicate any intolerances or allergies.

On some days during the retreats, all meals will be vegetarian.

Book your retreat

Allée Romantique 2
11700 Montbrun-des-Corbières
France
+32 477 63 54 24
veerle@kayanova.eu

Allée Romantique 2
11700 Montbrun-des-Corbières
France
+32 477 63 54 24
veerle@kayanova.eu

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