The heart of Bhakti Yoga
with Tara Walsh
- in collaboration with Casa Cuadrau -
October 10-17, 2026
Awakening through sacred chanting, breathing, devotion, and nature
An invitation to return to the sacred, to stillness, to your Essential Self.
Throughout our time together, we will work with various teachings of ancestral wisdom and body practices that involve the body, mind, and spirit, helping you connect with your nature: that part of you that is whole and at peace.
Each day will have...
Mornings will be dedicated to meditation, hatha yoga, and the practice of bhakti yoga.
The second half of the morning will include theoretical and practical sessions on the devotional arts of Bhakti Yoga.
We will dedicate our afternoons to meditative walks in nature, exploring the rich landscape that surrounds us. These walks bring us tranquility, a sense of timelessness, and peace.
There will also be an opportunity to delve into the landscape of breathing through dynamic and therapeutic breathing practices.
All these experiences are designed to help you open up to a broader field of consciousness, where your perception sharpens and you can connect more deeply with yourself, with the subtle layers of existence.
What does the retreat include?
Each day at the retreat unfolds at a leisurely and peaceful pace. There is no rush. The structure is solid enough to foster deep practice, yet flexible enough for each person to experience it in their own way.
Yoga asanas
Tara has been teaching yoga for over 20 years in both Spain and the United Kingdom. She initially trained in the Iyengar tradition and, over the years, has adopted a style of hatha yoga that combines warmth and wisdom.
Her asana classes invite you to develop a deep awareness and capacity for observation, paying attention to the body and breathing with discipline and delicacy.
Meditation
There will be meditation every morning. The best way to start the day.
We practice simple and easy techniques so you can continue at home. We use universal elements as points of focus, such as posture, breathing, bodily sensations, sounds, etc.
Read more about Meditation here.
Bhakti Yoga
Bhakti Yoga is one of the four paths of yoga, along with Karma Yoga, Jnana Yoga, and Raja Yoga.
Bhakti Yoga consists of cultivating a life of devotion and spiritual practice.
One of the main ways to practice Bhakti Yoga is through the recitation of mantras, sacred chants, and prayers.
Meditative walks
Meditative walks and long hikes are an essential part of our retreats. They are simple and accessible to everyone.
Meditative hiking helps us understand, through experience, our deep connection with nature. It makes us realize, with every step and every breath, that the energy within us is equal to the energy that exists outside.
Nature is our greatest teacher. Silence and deep listening help us enrich the experience it offers.
There will be 2 meditative walks of 2-3 hours in nature, to open the senses and develop mindfulness, with Forest Bathing and creativity activities.
One day will be dedicated to a half-day meditative hike, departing after breakfast and returning for a gentle yoga class. This is a perfect opportunity to enjoy the wonders of Ordesa National Park and the Sobrarbe-Pyrenees UNESCO Global Geopark.
Read more about Meditative Hiking here.
Tea Ceremony
A moment of silence to connect with nature, with yourself and with the group.
The tea leaf is considered a medicinal plant for the body and soul. The tea ceremony is an ancient practice in many cultures and is a way of remembering that disconnection with nature is not real. Tea is a dialogue between nature and human beings.
Read more about the living art of the Tea Ceremony here.
Satsang
Satsang
In Sanskrit, Sat means truth, and Sang means group or community. It is a time to share our deepest concerns, doubts, and insights. It is also a time to meditate together, contemplate nature, and chant mantras or meditative songs.
Facilitators
Tara Walsh
Tara is a versatile and accomplished multidisciplinary practitioner whose experience and qualifications cover the fields of yoga, shamanism, and psycho-spiritual support.
Her work draws from a rich tapestry of diverse healing disciplines and spiritual traditions, and her 25 years of personal and professional exploration have expanded to include training in Iyengar Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Transpersonal Psychology, Shamanism, Therapeutic Breathing, Vipassana Meditation, Buddhism, Psychosynthesis, and Gnosis.
She works with individuals and groups, both online and in person, throughout Spain and the United Kingdom, using ancestral wisdom teachings and body practices to foster both personal growth and spiritual development.
Daniel Benito
Co-director of Casa Cuadrau, Dani is a yoga and meditation instructor and mountain guide, as well as an ecological builder. From a young age Dani felt deeply connected to the mountains and it was in the Pyrenees and the Himalayans where he discovered hiking to be a powerful meditation practice and a way of deepening his connection with nature.
In Barcelona he studied Technical Architecture and Yoga and worked in the fields of construction, theater and as a Yoga instructor.
After successive trips to India, he completed his yoga teacher training with Bharath Shetty (RYT 500) and continued his yoga asana training with Matthew Sweeney.
His meditation practice is based on Buddhist teachings received from Thich Nhat Hanh (Zen) and S.N. Goenka (Vipassana) and Wu De (Global Tea Hut).
Duration
The retreat begins on Saturday, October 10th.
Check-in is from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
At 5:00 pm there will be a movement session, followed by dinner and the opening of the retreat.
The retreat ends on Saturday, October 17th at 1 p.m., after a brunch.
Rates
Price range
Casa Cuadrau is a Social Interest Cooperative. We want our programs to be accessible to the greatest number of people, regardless of their economic situation.
We offer a pricing scale based on trust, solidarity, and reciprocity:
- Assisted Rate: For those who need financial help, such as unemployed individuals, retirees, and students. Available for shared dormitory accommodation or in your van.
- Basic Rate: Covers the essential costs of the retreat.
- Sustainable Rate: Fully covers the costs and contributes to facility maintenance.
- Generous Rate: In addition to covering costs, helps fund assisted rates, new projects in the house, and ongoing social programs.
We invite you to choose the highest rate you can afford according to your circumstances. This scale is a reference, and you set the limit.
Steps to book
- Click the “book for 1 or 2” button. You will only see accommodations currently available. Select the accommodation you are interested in.
- Click on “next step” below the accommodation listings.
Fill out the short form and pay the €300 reservation fee. - You will receive an automated email with important information and Tara’s contact details. Please fill out the registration form as soon as possible.
- Contact Tara to pay your teaching fee (€250).
- We will send you an email about 7-10 days before the retreat to coordinate shared travel.
- You can make the rest of the payment at Casa Cuadrau, either with cash or card at the end of the withdrawal. (Final payment = total – deposit – Tara’s teachings).
These rates include accommodation, meals, activities, insurance and taxes.
| Accommodation options | Assisted | Basic | Sustainable | Generous |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No accommodation | 816 € | 960 € | 1.060 € | 1.160 € |
| Shared dormitory | 905 € | 1.065 € | 1.165 € | 1.265 € |
| Double room with shared bathroom | - | 1.135 € | 1.235 € | 1.335 € |
| Single room with shared bathroom | - | 1.310 € | 1.410 € | 1.510 € |
| Double room with private bathroom | - | 1.345 € | 1.445 € | 1.545 € |
| Single room with private bathroom | - | 1.590 € | 1.690 € | 1.790 € |
| Comfort room + double bed | - | 1.365 € | 1.465 € | 1.565 € |
| Comfort room + single bed | - | 1.730 € | 1.830 € | 1.930 € |
| Double suite with terrace | - | - | 1.620 € | 1.770 € |
| Single suite with terrace | - | - | - | 2.220 € |
Recommendations
How to get here?
You can come from Barcelona or Madrid / Zaragoza / Basque Country.
What to bring?
The retreat is in the fall. Here‘s a list of what we recommend you bring.
More about the house and surroundings
Casa Cuadrau offers an environment conducive to personal immersion and exploration, thanks to its surroundings and facilities.
Its location in the Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park is a privilege, with breathtaking landscapes in every direction. And the eco-friendly house was built brick by brick with great care, following the principles of bioconstruction and yoga.
About Casa Cuadrau
“Casa Cuadrau is much more than a house. Built brick by brick over many years with love and quiet dedication, it has become a refuge, a place to return to again and again. The food is simple, delicious, and nutritious. The accommodation is clean and welcoming.”
The team, led by Daniel and Katya, exudes a spirit of genuine hospitality: they are present, caring, and understand what it means to create a quiet space for people. The setting is extraordinary, surrounded by the deep, serene mountains of the Aragonese Pyrenees.
– Testimonial from Global Tea Hut
