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Luxury Mat Retreat in Bordeaux 2026

Announcing Our Next Luxury Matwork Retreat in Bordeaux — June 2026

After the incredible success of our first retreat at the stunning Château Rigaud last June, I’m delighted to announce our next French escape.

📅 Monday 1st – Thursday 4th June 2026
📍 Château Rigaud, Bordeaux Region

We have just four rooms remaining for this exclusive experience.

About the Retreat

Your four days and three nights will focus on strength, mobility, and mindful movement in midlife — blending dynamic matwork inspired by our reformer favourites in collaboration with Oyo Pilates, and optional strength sessions designed to leave you feeling strong, balanced, and recharged.

Beyond the Mat

Between sessions, you’ll have the chance to unwind and explore:

Optional excursions to the historic village of Saint-Émilion

Wine tours, scenic walks, and tranquil riverside picnics

Plenty of time for lounging by the pool or in the château’s peaceful gardens

Once all guests are confirmed, the detailed schedule will be shaped around your preferences.

A Taste of Château Life

Château Rigaud is a masterclass in understated luxury — relaxed and welcoming, yet effortlessly elegant. Each ensuite double is individually designed, blending chic interiors with authentic French charm.

Head Chef John Grabecki and his team will craft exquisite meals throughout your stay, featuring fresh, seasonal produce — much of it grown on the estate itself. Expect nourishing, delicious dining that perfectly complements your movement practice (and yes, a little wine too!).

Retreat Details

Total Cost: £1,200 per person
Includes:

All classes and workshops (full schedule TBC)

All meals and refreshments (including a little tipple)

3 nights in a private luxury double ensuite

Optional excursions to Saint-Émilion and a riverside picnic

Optional Add-Ons:

Last year we welcomed Sally from ChiMe, to share her beautiful energy through reiki practice and morning and evening circles.

Sally's one to one Reiki sessions are an optional extra.

Massages

Wine tours

Airport transfers (available from Bordeaux, arranged via the château)

Flights to Bordeaux or Bergerac not included.

Booking Information

Places are strictly limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
A non-refundable deposit of £300 secures your spot.

If you’d like to share a room, please let me know — all rooms feature kingsize beds, and shared accommodation receives a 10% discount per person (subject to suitability and availability).

💌 To reserve your place or request more details, simply send me a whatsapp and we can go from there
I can’t wait to welcome you to beautiful Bordeaux for another unforgettable retreat.

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After various efforts with personal trainers I finally plucked up courage to get in touch with Zoe and try Pilates. Am so glad I did! Two years on and I now do three sessions a week with a mix of matwork, PHIT and reformer- it is safe to say I love it! Could not do without it now and would do it every day if I could, you feel stronger physically and mentally. Zoe is an excellent teacher with the perfect balance of warmth, fun, encouragement and enough no nonsense to make you achieve more than you thought you could. Highly recommend her.

— Joanna Jackson

Zoe’s classes are fabulous. We always progress each week and test our bodies gaining strength and length. I wish I could take her class every day.

— Sarah Dewey

I love all three of Zoe's classes - Matwork, Phiit and Reformer - and never fail to feel energised at the end of every lesson. Her subject knowledge is first-class and her relaxed teaching style puts everyone at ease. Don't ever move from Claygate Zoe!!

— Berenice Chandler

After a lifetime of not doing exercise I can honestly say I now look forward to Zoe’s classes and am truly disappointed when the holiday break comes around. Zoe’s enthusiasm, knowledge and energy are inspirational, and as an ageing newcomer I can recommend the improved strength and flexibility. Thanks Zoe.

— Angela Tambini

I’ve attended mat, PHIIT and reformer classes with Zoe. She is an inspirational teacher, whose passion and enthusiasm for Pilates is infectious. She always keeps classes fresh and fun, with no two sessions ever the same. I feel stronger and more flexible since starting classes with Zoe and would highly recommend her.

— Katy Fairclough

I’ve attended Zoe’s classes for a few years now. From mat classes to PHIT and now reformer. I simply love it, and go to 4 classes a week. I love the affect it has on my mind and body. Highly highly recommend x

— Lucie Smith

I attend PHIT each week and have done ever since Zoe started it. Zoe is great - a wonderful balance of technical knowledge and making classes fun. And there is no shame when I fall off the ironically named 'stability' ball! Seriously, it has improved my fitness and core strength and is a fab start to my working week.

— Helen Hambleton

Really enjoyed Zoe’s matwork classes for over 8 years now. She has a wide knowledge of and a passion for pilates. And this year have become addicted to her fantastic reformer classes in the lovely garden studio.

— Nicky Owen

Fully recommend Zoe’s Pilates classes. Have enjoyed attending her mat, PHIIT and reformer sessions. The classes are challenging, varied and always flow so well. Consistently leave feeling wonderfully well worked. Zoe has a very professional and knowledgeable approach to all that she delivers and makes the atmosphere very friendly and welcoming.

— Fiona Louise Hall

Zoe is a fantastic Pilates instructor! I have been going to her classes since the very start and loving her way of teaching. Very knowledgeable and nurturing at the same time as being athletic and a lot of fun! Pilates is very addictive as you quickly notice the effect it has on your body and mind.

— Anna Rogers

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