Retreat in Nature

Yoga, Taiji, Meditation, Hiking, Sauna and more

May 8 - 10, 2026 | May 15 - 17, 2026

Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon

Sutton, Estrie (Quebec)

About 1:30h drive from Montreal

In May 2026, we are offering two retreats with slightly different focuses:
relaxation and well-being from May 8 to 10; deepening your yoga practice towards meditation from May 15 to 17.

Time for you to unwind​

Join us for a relaxing and revitalizing weekend!
In a pleasant and friendly setting, the Surya Montréal team offers sessions of

  • YOGA to release tension in the body,
  • TAIJI / QIGONG to energize and balance yourself, and
  • MÉDITATION to rediscover inner peace.

We will also introduce you to lifestyle practices such as Ayurveda and Chinese medicine for a balanced and nourishing way of life.

This all-inclusive weekend will offer you deep regeneration. The peaceful and charming location is surrounded by forests, meadows, and small streams, and also offers:
  • 7 km of nature trails
  • an indoor pool and a sauna
  • a fireplace, as well as an outdoor fire pit
All organized activities are optional. You’ll have time for yourself and can choose activities based on your needs.

Feedback from Participants

A few images from past retreats to illustrate the atmosphere!

The schedule

For each retreat, our experienced instructor Claudette Ah-Soon prepares a well-balanced set of activities in line with the season of the year. She will be assisted by a second member of the Surya team to provide attentive and harmonious support throughout the retreat. Below you’ll find the theme of upcoming retreats, as well as a detailed program which may be adapted to suit participants’ interests.

May 8 - 10, 2026

Recharge with spring energy

After the long winter months, treat yourself to a revitalizing weekend in the heart of nature. Together we’ll explore gentle, energy-nourishing practices such as Qigong and Taiji, complemented by more dynamic Yoga sessions to awaken and harmonize your vitality. You will also have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the spring energy in the forest. 

In detail:

15h30 : Arrival and installation
16h30 : Welcome circle and Yoga & Meditation
18h00 : Supper
20h00 : Presentation and Yoga Nidra

07h00 : Gentle Yoga 
07h30 : Breathing & Meditation and reflection on the day
08h30 : Breakfast, discussions
09h30 : Free time or shiatsu massage workshop 
11h00 : Yoga
12h30 : Lunch, free time
13h30 : Café, discussions
14h30 : Free time or meditative walking
16h30 : Qigong / Taiji
18h00 : Supper, free time
20h00 : Discussions by the fire

07h00 : Automassage / Qigong 
07h30 : Breathing & Meditation and reflection on the day
08h30 : Breakfast, free time, discussions
10h00 : Taiji / Qigong or 
11h00 : Yoga
12h30 : Lunch, free time
14h00 : End-of-retreat circle
15h00 : Return to Montreal or stay to enjoy the area

May 15 - 17, 2026

Deepen your practice

During this retreat, we will explore a harmonious evolution of your practice: from Yoga to ground and strengthen the body, to Taiji to circulate energy, to Meditation to calm the mind and open up your inner space. This is a unique opportunity to deepen your practice on the physical, energetic, and mental levels, guided by the experienced Surya Montreal team.

In detail:

15h30 : Arrival and installation
16h30 : Welcome circle and Yoga & Meditation
18h00 : Supper
20h00 : Presentation and Yoga Nidra

07h00 : Yoga and Meditation
08h30 : Breakfast, discussions
09h30 : Qigong / Taiji 
10h45 : Sitting for meditation: Yoga to prepare the body for meditation
12h30 : Lunch, free time
13h30 : Private time with a teacher or free time
16h00 :
Theoretical workshop: the Yoga Sutras

18h00 : Supper, free time
20h00 : Chanting, discussions, meditation

07h00 : Yoga and Meditation
08h30 : Breakfast, free time, discussions
09h30 : Walking meditation
10h45 : Breathing and Meditation workshop
12h30 : Lunch, free time
14h00 : End-of-retreat circle
15h00 : Return to Montreal or stay to enjoy the area

Your instructor

Claudette Ah-Soon

Co-founder of Surya Montréal, Claudette has been teaching yoga, meditation and taijiquan since 2013. She is also a Shiatsu Yin massage therapist.

Claudette has the ability to teach with gentleness and precision, to give clear explanations about the deeper meaning of the practice, while at the same time creating a harmonious and welcoming atmosphere.

Rates

FULL PENSION all-inclusive (accommodation, vegetarian meals and courses/activities, access to site facilities – including trails, sauna, pool). Choose from:

Camping
370$ + taxes
(per person)
Tent or camping car

Room for 2
455$ +tx, shared bathroom
495$ +tx, private bathroom
(per person)

Singel room
555$ +tx, shared bathroom
595$ +tx, private bathroom

A$200 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a spot. The balance is due one month before the start of the retreat.

For each category, the number of rooms available is limited. The first to register have the first choice.

Surya Montreal does not provide transportation to the venue, but we will coordinate car pooling among participants.

Full details will be communicated to participants in due course. If you have any specific questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us!

Reservation

Do you wish to join us for this magnificient retreat?
Please send us your contact in formation and we will be in touch with the details:

Contact

Surya Montreal
903 Rue Saint-Zotique Est
Montréal, Quebec H2S 1M9

Retreat venue : L’Arc-en-ciel
567 chemin McCullough
Sutton, Québec J0E 2K0

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