The Body of Practice
With Claire Wilson & Roberto Rubalcava
A 6-Night Yoga Retreat at Lanka Yoga, Sri Lanka.
Two Paths. One Shared Practice.
11th - 17th April 2027.
The Body of Practice is a 6-night retreat on Sri Lanka’s south coast. It’s a week of practice, rest and reconnection held between the stillness of Koggala Lake and the warmth of the ocean air.
A rhythm of morning practice, spacious afternoons and slower evenings. Time for movement and stillness, ocean air and shared meals, deeper conversation and uninterrupted rest. A retreat designed not only for meaningful practice, but for the kind of week that leaves you feeling more rested, more present and more connected to yourself again.
Held by Claire Wilson and Roberto Rubalcava, this retreat is shaped by friendship, curiosity and a shared belief in the transformative power of practice. Together, they bring two distinct approaches to yoga; blending traditional teaching with embodied, relational practice in a way that feels grounding, supportive and deeply human.
The Experience
For six nights on Sri Lanka’s south coast, we gather in a slower rhythm of practice, rest and reconnection.
Mornings begin in the open-air shala overlooking the lake - meditation, breath and movement woven together through two distinct approaches to practice.
Some classes are steady, structured and precise. Others softer, slower and more exploratory.
Rather than offering a single perspective on practice, the week invites you into a wider conversation.
Across the week, you'll experience different approaches sitting alongside one another; offering multiple pathways into presence, awareness and connection.
Afternoons are left open for ocean swims, reading in the shade, treatments, conversation, journaling, exploring the coast or simply enjoying the feeling of having nowhere urgent to be.
Evenings gather more quietly through yin, restorative movement, embodied practices and shared dinners as the light softens over the lake. There’s space to unwind, settle into the rhythm of the week and simply enjoy being where you are.
Two workshops across the week offer space to go deeper; blending philosophy, practice and conversation in ways that feel grounded, accessible and alive.
This retreat is designed with care: a steady rhythm of practice, rest, good food, lovely company, conversation and time to settle more fully into yourself and the life around you.
Our Retreat Home
We gather at Lanka Yoga, a purpose-built retreat sanctuary set on the edge of Koggala Lake on Sri Lanka’s lush south coast.
Surrounded by tropical gardens, still water and open sky, the space invites a quieter rhythm from the moment you arrive; intentionally removed from the busier energy of the coast while still only minutes from the ocean.
You’ll stay in light-filled rooms overlooking the lake. Calm, comfortable and intentionally spacious, with private bathrooms, air conditioning and quiet details that allow for real rest.
We have exclusive use of the venue for the week: a beautiful open-air shala at the water’s edge, an infinity pool overlooking the lake, shaded spaces for reading and rest, and open communal areas designed for gathering slowly between practices.
Meals are shared, nourishing and plant-based, with local ingredients and fresh produce grown on the land itself.
Close to the ocean yet held away from the intensity of the coast, Lanka Yoga offers a quieter kind of immersion. A space where practice becomes part of the rhythm of everyday life.
The Practice
Throughout the week, practice is shared between Claire and Roberto; two teachers with distinct approaches, brought together through a shared care for presence, steady practice and thoughtful teaching.
Morning sessions are longer, energising practices weaving together meditation, breath and dynamic āsana.
Evening sessions are quieter and more restorative — yin, somatic movement, mantra, meditation and practices designed to support rest, softer evenings and the chance to unwind more fully into the week.
All practices are guided with options, spaciousness and support for different levels of experience.
At times, the teaching is precise, structured and alignment-based. At others, the practice softens into slower, more embodied exploration guided by sensation, nervous system awareness and internal rhythm.
Expect
Twice-daily yoga, meditation and breathwork
Dynamic morning āsana practices
Evening yin, restorative and somatic practices
Nervous system-informed movement and traditional teachings
Two workshops across the week
Spacious afternoons for rest, connection and exploration
Time by the ocean, pool and surrounding coast
Daily Schedule
(7:30) Silent Meditation & Journaling (optional)
(8:00 - 10:00) Morning Yoga Practice
(10:30) Nourishing Breakfast
(11:00) Late morning - time by the lake, rest, excursions
(14:00) Light Lunch / Snack
(14:30) Swimming, journaling, treatments, rest
(17:30- 19:00) Evening practice
(19:30) Delicious Dinner
(20:00) Tea, conversation or quiet rest
What’s Included
Practice & Movement
Twice-daily yoga, meditation and breathwork
Morning dynamic āsana practices and slower
evening sessions
Opening & Closing circles
Two workshops exploring practice, philosophy and
embodied experience
Ocean & Exploration
Sunset boat safari on Koggala Lake
Surf lesson at the beach
Time for ocean swims, rest and exploring the south
coast
Nourishment
Three nourishing plant based meals each day
Complimentary water, garden blend tea & assorted
herbal teas
Shared meals enjoyed slowly between practices and
rest
Accommodation
6 nights accommodation at Lanka Yoga
Choose between Private, Twin, Triple or Quadruple
rooms
Light-filled rooms overlooking the lake designed for
comfort, quiet & real rest
What’s Not Included
Flights - Airport transfers - Travel Insurance -
Visas
Meet Your Teachers
Claire Wilson
Claire is a yoga teacher, retreat facilitator and founder of Of This Body. With almost a decade of experience teaching yoga and facilitating retreats across the UK and internationally, Claire blends movement, meditation, philosophy and nervous system-informed practice into spaces that feel grounded, warm and deeply human.
Her teaching invites steadiness rather than performance; creating room for people to move, rest, reconnect and soften back into themselves at their own pace.
Roberto teaches from a foundation of traditional yoga shaped by decades of experience.
His work brings clarity, structure and care through alignment, Sanskrit, mantra and teacher trainings; offering practices that are intelligent, steady and deeply supportive.
His teaching is precise without feeling rigid, creating spaces where students can refine their practice while remaining connected to themselves within it.
Roberto Rubalcava
The Body of Practice grew from years of friendship, shared retreats and an ongoing conversation about what practice is really for.
Although Claire and Roberto teach from different traditions and experiences, they are united by a shared trust in the practice. Through life's many seasons, yoga has remained a place to return to; offering steadiness, perspective and a way of meeting whatever life asks of us.
Across the week, their approaches sit alongside one another naturally, offering both structure and softness, precision and intuition, philosophy and embodied exploration. Rather than asking you to choose between them, the retreat invites you into the richness of both.
A shared practice that values presence over performance; creating space to move, rest, learn, laugh, reconnect and spend a week a little closer to yourself.
What People Are Saying
Restorative and inspiring.
“This retreat was the most rejuvenating 4 days I have had in a very long time. It felt like a mental as well as a physical bear hug. Claire led the retreat with such passion, care and thought in designing the retreat so the practice flowed naturally from the tantric philosophy expressed so powerfully in the meditations.Claire’s wonderful alchemy made for a wonderfully restorative and inspiring experience.”
— MarthaMemories that will last a lifetime.
“Thank you, from the deepest parts of my heart, for all your energy you dedicate to creating experiences for all of us beings to come together and feel the best parts of life. You share yourself with us so vulnerably and beautifully - it’s so inspiring and makes me feel so safe to be in your company. A true pleasure, a true joy and memories that will last me a lifetime, taking home energy of vitality, joy and embodiment.”
— CloudiThis will continue to change me.
“This will be an experience that I'll take away and keep with me for a long time and that will continue to change me. The mental, spiritual, emotional and physical practices connected day to day and meant the whole week felt like a gorgeous and natural crescendo which all connected deeply and felt like the natural unfolding of a journey. Everything felt so harmonious, whole, connected and one.”
— Lou
Early bird pricing until 1st September 2026
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Early bird pricing until 1st September 2026 ***
Your Investment
This retreat includes accommodation, all meals, twice-daily teaching, two immersive workshops, guided experiences and exclusive access to Lanka Yoga’s retreat facilities.
A £400 non-refundable deposit secures your place or you can choose the four monthly payment plan. Please read the Retreat Terms & Conditions here which details the terms per plan. At the bottom of that page, submit your details to confirm you agree with the terms before proceeding with your booking
Early bird pricing available until 1 August 2026. Remaining balance due 5th January 2027. Alternative payment plans available upon request.
Lakefront Private Rooms
A spacious private room overlooking the lake. Ideal for solitude, rest and integration.
These beautiful rooms are hidden under the lush grassy area as you enter the central
part of Lanka Yoga.
Each has a king bed and all the essentials to stay both comfortable and cool. Just outside
is an uninterrupted, low view of Koggala Lake over the tops of the mangrove trees, with a
large natural balcony out front - perfect for relaxing between sessions or watching the
light change over the water.
INVESTMENT £1700
TWO INSTALLMENTS OF £400 & £1300
OR FOUR INSTALLMENTS OF £425
Luxury Twin Share Rooms - SOLD OUT
Shared with one other guest. A balance of privacy, connection and comfort.
The Lake View Rooms, located upstairs in the main villa, provide a tranquil setting with
breathtaking views of the adjacent lake and lush green surroundings.
Carefully crafted for comfort, these rooms have cross-ventilation to ensure a
cool and pleasant atmosphere. The standout feature of these rooms is undoubtedly
the expansive balcony, providing uninterrupted views of the picturesque lake. It
serves as the perfect spot to unwind or simply bask in the serenity of the surroundings.
INVESTMENT £1550
TWO INSTALLMENTS OF £400 & £1150
OR FOUR INSTALLMENTS OF £387.50
Garden Three Bedroom
The Garden Room is located downstairs, next to the pool, and comfortably accommodates
up to three guests. It features a luxurious bathroom allowing you to enjoy the private garden
views while you shower.
This room offers added privacy and a stunning low view of the lake. You can step straight
out into a private garden area, with a lush grass lawn that's perfect for lounging or
doing yoga. Just a few steps away, you'll find the small jetty that extends out onto
the lake.
INVESTMENT £1450
TWO INSTALLMENTS OF £400 & £1050
OR FOUR INSTALLMENTS OF £362.50
Luxury Four Bed Rooms
The largest rooms upstairs located in the main villa, accommodating up to four people.
These spacious rooms are equipped with twin beds and two upper bunks integrated as a
mezzanine, providing ample space for everyone.
There is a huge bathroom, which can be utilised by the whole group at the same time.
It has a separate toilet, two showers, and two sinks. Plus brushing your teeth becomes
an unforgettable experience as you gaze out onto the uninterrupted, elevated view of
Koggala lake. Additionally, this room boasts a massive balcony that overlooks the lake.
INVESTMENT £1350
TWO INSTALLMENTS OF £400 & £950
OR FOUR INSTALLMENTS OF £337.50
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The Body of Practice brings together two teachers with distinct but complementary approaches. Rather than presenting a single way of practising, the retreat offers a wider conversation; exploring how different traditions, methodologies and perspectives can deepen our understanding of ourselves and our practice.
The intention isn't to choose between approaches, but to discover what becomes possible when they meet.
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Yes. You do not need to be advanced or highly experienced to attend. All practices are guided with options, support and space to move at your own pace.
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Absolutely. Many people attend solo. The group is welcoming and relaxed, and there is always space for both connection and time to yourself.
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The practices are grounding, steady and accessible while still offering depth for those who want it. Morning sessions are more dynamic, while evenings are slower and more restorative, with plenty of time for rest throughout the week.
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The retreat is intentionally spacious. Alongside morning and evening sessions, there is plenty of time for ocean swims, reading in the shade, treatments, exploring the coast or simply slowing down and doing very little.
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Comfortable clothes for movement, lightweight layers, swimwear, sun protection and anything that helps you feel at ease. A journal is also recommended if you enjoy writing or reflection.
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Lanka Yoga is located on Sri Lanka’s south coast, approximately two hours from Colombo International Airport. Full travel guidance and recommendations will be sent after booking.
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Yes. Payment plans are available upon request.
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Deposits are non-refundable. If you cancel after the final payment date, any payments beyond the deposit may be refunded if your place can be filled.
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Yes. Meals are plant-based, nourishing and designed to support the rhythm of the retreat. Most dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.
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Please get in touch before booking so we can discuss whether the retreat feels supportive and appropriate for you. Practices can often be adapted where needed.
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