Luxury Pilates & Wellness Retreats
Transform your body and mind with our focused retreats.
The Pilates Sanctum
Our Mission
At The Pilates Sanctum, we are dedicated to providing a transformative experience through luxury Pilates and wellness retreats in the most beautiful rural location. We intentionally work with small numbers to ensure you get the personal attention you deserve to help you move forward in health and wellness.
The Venue
The Old Rectory
18th Century Rectory, set in the beautiful South Tyne Valley in an area of outstanding natural beauty close to the Northumberland/Cumbria border. The Old Rectory and neighbouring gastro pub, the Kirkstyle Inn, genuinely provide a 'Haven in the Hills"
The Teacher
Adrian Bell
Comprehensively certified Classical Pilates teacher with 20+ years experience. Owner of Precision Pilates Studio. www.precisionfitness.org.uk
Adrian is also a qualified Personal Trainer, Health & Fitness Specialist, Advanced Breathwork Instructor, Exercise Nutritionist & Sleep, Stress Management & Recovery Coach
A Transformative Pilates & Wellness Retreat
The Holistic Balance System
The retreat brings together the system of health & wellbeing that Adrian has developed with his clients over his many years of working in his studio. Of course it's a chance to get away from the distractions & stresses of life, but the focus is to enable you to make a real and lasting change. The system centres on 5 pillars: Positive Mindset, Functional Breathing, Pilates & Strength based Exercises, Good Nutrition & Enhanced Sleep & Recovery.
Positive Mindset
Whether its age, chronic pain, low self esteem or other negative thought pattern, a positive mindset has to be discovered. If you are going to move forward and benefit from a healthier life you may have to deal with certain limitations holding you back. Discovering that positive mindset has to be the starting point on your retreat and ongoing journey.
Functional Breathing
Following the Oxygen Advantage Method, Adrian will assess your current ability to breathe well. Functional breathing is essential for your health and wellbeing and learning to breath better will be an essential element of this retreat. You will learn how to breath better at rest and in action. You will learn how to manage stress, calm your nervous system, improve your fitness and of course your Pilates practice.
Pilates & Strength Based Training
Pilates is at the heart of this system and the retreat. Adrian has been teaching Pilates & corrective exercise for over 20 years and has developed his understanding of the method and of movement in general. There will be a variety of Pilates sessions, functional strength & stretch classes and a movement correction session.
Nutrition
Good nutrition has to be at the heart of any health & wellness plan. It has always been at the centre of Adrian's personal practice & that of his clients. He has teamed up with the award winning Kirkstyle Inn & Sportsman's Rest to ensure excellent, locally sourced food is at the heart of this retreat.
Sleep, Stress Management & Recovery
Sleep and recovery can be areas of neglect as we strive for improved health and longevity. The truth is you can't catch it up. If you want to get the best from your body you will need to sleep well, manage stress and ensure you recover. We will spend time learning the why and the how.
What's included in this Retreat
Pilates & Movement Sessions
Food by The Kirkstyle Inn Team
Food by The Kirkstyle Inn Team
- 5 Pilates Sessions
- 3 Active Stretch Sessions
- 2 Breathwork Sessions
- Muscle Activation Assessment
Food by The Kirkstyle Inn Team
Food by The Kirkstyle Inn Team
Food by The Kirkstyle Inn Team
- Luxury Breakfasts
- 2 Course Lunches
- 3 Course Evening Meals
- Dinning Experience including 7 Course Tasting Menu & Drink Pairing
The Space
Food by The Kirkstyle Inn Team
The Space
- Guided Country Walk
- Time to enjoy the beautiful outdoors
- Quite Lounges indoors to chill
- Luxurious bedrooms to rest & recover