Breathwork & Barre Retreat: Côte Basque
Sept 24-28, 2025
A transcendent getaway to CONNECT to your body, breath, and inner wisdom
For the woman seeking more than a vacation. Where joy, pleasure, strength, and vitality come into blissful balance. Where each day is designed to energize and nourish your body, calm your mind, and revitalize your spirit. Where every detail has been thoughtfully curated, so you can simply show up and soak it all in.
This one’s for you.
The Breathwork & Barre Retreat is four luxurious days of energizing movement, transformative breath, and expansive living in France’s Basque Country, September 24-28th, 2025.
Plus: vibrant vegetarian meals, massage treatments, expansion workshops, cultural outings, poolside naps, sunset jacuzzis, and French wellness treasures. Surrounded by natural beauty and a soulful circle of radiant women, like you.
Together, we will sweat, smile, breathe deeper, stand taller, shine brighter, and feel fully alive.
What’s Included
5 days/4 nights of luxury accommodations in a beautifully restored estate
Private transportation between Dax train station and the retreat venue
Daily Barre & Pilates classes with all equipment provided
Transformative breathwork journeys every afternoon
Chef-prepared meals: plant-based brunches, dinners, snacks and mocktails
Day trip to shop & stroll at one of France’s oldest outdoor markets
Wellness goodie bag full of French favorites to take home
Time to rest & recharge including pool, jacuzzi & scenic walking trails
⭐️ Early Bird Bonus! ⭐️ One facial or massage treatment during your stay
Note: This retreat is hosted in English, no French language skills are needed.
PRICING
Early-bird prices below, book by May 1, 2025*
Shared Room, two separate beds + shared bathroom (2 available) — 1250€ per person
Shared Suite, two separate beds + private bathroom (3 available) — 1450€ per person
Private Suite, queen bed + private bathroom (2 available) — 2150€ per person
*All prices increase by 100€ after May 1, 2025
“I felt like I was away at adult summer camp and I loved making new connections, nourishing my body with healthy food and exercise, and slowing down to become more in tune with myself.”
The VENUE
Known as the “California of France”, Basque Country is where Parisians come to recharge with it’s lush nature, coastal breezes, and slowed down pace. Your body relaxes the moment you arrive.
We’ll be staying at a the stunning Domaine L’Ermitage, a 5-star estate that’s been thoughtfully transformed into a luxurious, soulful retreat space.
Accommodations include seven spacious suites, a 400m² terrace surrounded by nature, a beautiful yoga shala practice room, and outdoor pool and jacuzzi.
Getting there
By train: from Paris, take the nonstop TGV to Dax train station. Private transportation to the retreat will be provided from Dax station.
By plane: Biarritz airport is 40-minutes from the venue by taxi.
Check-in: From 5:00 PM on Sept 24
Check-out: Departure at 2:00 PM on Sept 28
Please await confirmation before booking your travel.
The Program
Barre and Pilates with Alex Tartour
Born in Paris and now calling Maui home, Alex brings over a decade of experience as a fitness leader and movement coach, specializing in barre and the Lagree method. Alex is deeply passionate about helping people build strength and confidence through movement, and creates classes that are both challenging and energizing, always with a focus on form, alignment, and fun! When she’s not teaching, Alex also works as a tech consultant and voice actor.
Breathwork with Mckenzie Chun
McKenzie is a certified trauma-informed breathwork instructor and life coach who helps others reconnect with themselves through the power of breath. She discovered breathwork during a period of deep burnout and was immediately transformed by its effects—feeling present, calm, and at home in herself for the first time.
Now based between Paris and California, McKenzie blends science and spirituality in her breathwork sessions, guiding others toward clarity, balance, and lasting change.
Vibrant Vegetarian Meals & Mocktails
Each day, you’ll savor two abundant, colorful meals: a sweet-and-savory brunch buffet and a seasonally-inspired vegetarian dinner (and dessert!) In the afternoons, enjoy snacks and refreshing mocktails.
On-site Wellness Treatments
Personalized massage and facial treatment will be available during the retreat, priced between 70-100€.
“Reboot was truly a dream. A moment to slow down, go deep, and rediscover the magic of life.”
RESERVATIONS
To reserve your spot, a 600€ non-refundable deposit is required. The remainder is due 30 days before the retreat start date (August 24). This retreat will be confirmed with a minimum of 8 guests. Please await confirmation before booking your travel. Travel costs will not be refunded in case of cancellation.
Your Host
Dominique Farrar
Founder, Well in France
Dom is a California-born, Paris-based wellness educator and experience curator who loves creating spaces for women to connect with themselves and cultivate a more vibrant, expansive life. She is a certified health coach, Buti yoga instructor, detail-loving Virgo, and mama of two.
FAQs
What is a typical day like at the retreat?
Well in France retreats are a “wellness buffet” with everything you need to feel amazing, at your fingertips. Choose what’s calling to you in each moment. The full retreat agenda will be shared soon, but a typical day could look like:
Morning barre & pilates class, 60 mins of dynamic movement to energize your body & mind
Vibrant veggie brunch + reflection time
Optional: visit the French farmers market in Peyrehorade
Breathwork Journey: breaking through limiting beliefs
Free time: pool, jacuzzi, journaling, nature trails…
Chef’s market-inspired dinner
Candlelight Stretch & Meditation
And/Or…
Pilates class to strengthen, lengthen, and expand your energy
Sweet & savory brunch + journaling time
Vision & values workshop
Massage treatments offered on-site
Breathwork journey to embody your highest self
Sunset chef’s dinner sur la terrace
Evening stretch & meditation
Choose your favorite way to nurture yourself — everything on the agenda is optional!
what if I’m new to barre, pilates or breathwork?
Not to worry, this is the place to explore these powerful practices in a supportive setting. Our instructors can accommodate all levels of experience, and you’re always encouraged to go at your own pace.
What’s included in the price?
Once you arrive in Dax, everything is taken care of. The per person price includes transfers to/from the train station, luxurious accommodations, gourmet meals, daily movement & breathwork classes, local excursions, wellness workshops, and a goodie bag filled with French wellness favorites.
What’s not included in the price: your travel to the region (transport will be provided between Dax train station and the retreat venue), and any additional wellness treatments you chose to partake in (massage, facials, etc).
How do I get to the retreat?
By train: the nearest station is Dax (~3 hours from Paris by train). Transport will be provided from Dax station to the retreat venue.
By plane: Biarritz airport (BIQ) is a 40-minute drive from the retreat. We can assist in scheduling transportation.
Instructions for booking travel will be provided once your spot is reserved.
What is required to hold my spot?
A 600€ non-refundable deposit will hold your spot, and the remainder is due 30 days before the retreat start date.
What iF MY PLANS CHANGE AND I NEED TO CANCEL?
If your plans change, you are able to transfer your spot to a friend within 14 days of the retreat start date. Otherwise, travel insurance is highly recommended to protect your investment and cover any unforeseen circumstances. Deposits are non-refundable.