Philosophy

At Little French Retreat wellness comes from the outside as well as the inside and retreats are personalised to balance physical movement with time for rest and reflection; to nourish from within with wholesome, healthy food, and to soothe from the outside with tranquil, natural surroundings

Founded by Tamsin Jardinier ten years ago, Little French Retreat was born from a personal story and centres around hosting intentionally small retreats, providing each guest the care and attention they need. Retreats are taught and catered for by Tamsin.

The retreats follow the principles of Ayurveda, Yoga and Intuitive Guidance to give you the space to see and think clearly, so that you can re-examine your current habits and situation, and perhaps reset your course for a more fulfilling, focused life. 

Retreats cleanse and declutter mind and body, with breath work, postures, sound and relaxation techniques that both flex the spine, develop core strength, stamina and balance the nervous system, to provide a sense of connection, knowing and greater confidence. 

Tamsin’s approach to food is rooted in Ayurvedic teaching that food is medicine for healing. Fresh, healthy, vegetarian food is prepared using organic, toxin-free, seasonal ingredients with daily meals that comprise of a hearty brunch, a midday snack and a light supper, timed to aid optimal digestion and fit easily into the daily flow of yoga classes and other activities. Every mealtime is an opportunity for us to gather and savour. At Little French Retreat we relish both. 

Each experience is personalised to include individual consultations and provide you with the knowledge to take care of yourself in a practical and easy way after your retreat experience.

*Meals exclude ingredients that cause food intolerances or allergies.
For cooking inspiration visit the retreat recipe book HERE