© Yoga Spirit Circle 2025
A Culinary & Yoga Retreat //
Rooted in Presence
All Level ✺ 16- 22 April 2026 ✺ Casa Erica, Málaga, Spain
Our signature Yoga & Culinary Retreats are perfect for those interested in plant- based cuisine eager to learn more or simply get inspired.
Whether you’re seeking inspiration, renewal, or a deeper sense of presence, this retreat offers tools to carry your practice off the mat and into your everyday life.
We’ll begin each morning in silence – with breath and meditation – to gently arrive in the day. Then we move into an extended Jivamukti class, where breath, movement, music, and intention meet in a space of exploration and stillness.
Afternoons are yours: rest, journal, walk, connect—or simply do nothing. Later in the day, we’ll come together again for an Asana Lab: a space to refine alignment, ask questions, and deepen your embodied understanding of the practice.
Throughout the retreat, we’ll stay open to something deeper than theory. Because real, lasting progress doesn’t come from concepts—it comes from returning to the mat, again and again. Not to perfect the poses, but to cultivate presence. To meet life and ourselves with clarity, grace, and a steady heart.
Rooted in Presence is about what happens when we stop chasing something outside of ourselves and begin paying attention.
What does it mean to really be here? And how can we return to our daily lives carrying the presence we’ve cultivated, so that practice becomes not just something we do, but the way we live?
Just come as you are and let the practice do its work.
Lamina Vedder
Lamina was born in the United States, with roots in Germany, Thailand, and Hong Kong, and spent most of her upbringing between Thailand and Germany. She first encountered yoga in 2010, during a time of personal hardship, and was deeply touched by its transformative power.
Teaching since 2020, Lamina shares Ashtanga and Jivamukti Yoga with gratitude for the many teachers and trainings that have guided her along the way. The heart of her practice and teaching, however, has been most profoundly shaped by the 300-hour Jivamukti Yoga Teacher Training in India with her mentor Juan Sierra.
With a dedicated personal practice rooted in Ashtanga and Jivamukti Yoga, Lamina’s classes combine strength and mindfulness, guided by well-curated playlists and supported through thoughtful hands-on assists. Her teaching style is intentional and compassionate, encouraging students to connect more deeply with their own practice—both on and beyond the mat.
Her classes are currently offered at the Jivamukti Yoga Center in Cologne, YTTP, and A Place Like Om.
Culinary Workshops:
by Caro Gante
In a series of three workshops, Caro will take you on a culinary journey that will provide a chance to acquire essential kitchen skills and insights. With her background in vegan cooking and holistic health these workshops offer you a unique opportunity to explore the synergy of delectable plant-based cuisine and well-being. While delving into some of Caro’s favorite recipes, you’ll find your culinary creativity stimulated throughout the entire retreat.
Cooking With Depth
Discover how to elevate everyday cooking with simple techniques to bring bold, dynamic flavors to any dish. This workshop focuses on infused oils, versatile sauces and dressings, and the perfect use of spices and herbs.
All About Preserving
This workshop will introduce you to five different preserving methods. These methods can help to retain nutrients, enhance flavor and enjoy seasonal produce year-round as well as support you in reducing food waste and saving money.
Pasta Making hands on
Learn how to easily make fresh, homemade, Italian-style pasta in this workshop. Three different types of pasta will be made.
The price for the workshops is €100 and is already included in the retreat package.
It's time to connect with your true self
retreat offerings
○ 6 nights at casa erica
○ 3 vegan meals per day & snacks
○ welcome gift
○ extended Jivamukti yoga class in the morning
○ meditation, pranayama
○ asana lab in the afternoons
○ 3 workshops / presentations with Caro
○ hike along the cliffs of Maro with local guide
○ water, tea & coffee
not included
○ flight or train to Málaga
○ airport transfer to Casa Erica
○ massages, optional Workshops
○ beach day lunch at local restaurant (25- 35€)
○ travel insurance (recommended)
investment
from 1.530€
please visit our faqs for infos about the different retreat levels, airport transfer, cancellations policy and much more.
Additional information
a typical day
07.30 tea, coffee, fruit
08.30 yoga & meditation
10.30 breakfast
reading 
beach pool massage
15.00 lunch or snack
17.30 Asana Lab
19.30 dinner
arrival day:
check-in from 16.00
afternoon snack
19.30 dinner
21.00 welcome circle
departure day:
no yoga class
9.30 breakfast
check out until 11.00
Whats there?
– yoga & pilates equipment
– towels & bed linen
– pool/beach towel
– shampoo & shower gel
what to bring?
– sturdy shoes or sneakers with a good grip sole for the hike
we’ll let you know again what’s good to bring, a few days before your retreat.
We are organising group pick ups on arrival day (Thursday) from Málaga Airport & Málaga main central station (María Zambrano). Vice versa for departure on Wednesday. Costs: 30€/person/way.
Please read more in our faqs.
about the place
Casa Erica is where it all begun and where we host retreats since 2014. It is a home to us, which we love to share. Peacefully located on the coast of Andalusia, between Málaga and Nerja. The beach in walking distance. More