Awakening Within
Make room for what is here
On Monte Pedreguer, a mountain setting on Spain’s Costa Blanca, days at Casa de Alegría are shaped around space to slow down and pay attention. Awakening Within brings together embodied practice, reflection and everyday integration, without promising a prescribed outcome. The setting is deliberately simple: natural landscape and open sky sit alongside a yoga studio, swimming pool, reading library and outdoor gym. Meals are largely self-catered, with a shared welcome dinner on the first evening, a grocery visit to help guests stock up and simple arrival provisions. That balance of guided work and personal responsibility gives the stay a grounded, residential feel. It may suit travelers who value quiet and room for their own process more than a tightly programmed holiday. Airport transfers from Alicante or Valencia are included for participants in the I Am Awakening Immersion and Residency Integration; check whether this applies to your chosen stay.
Highlights
- A welcome dinner on the first evening, followed by self-catered meals
- A structured grocery visit and simple arrival provisions
- A yoga studio, swimming pool and outdoor gym on site
- A reading library for unhurried time between practices
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Setting
Casa de Alegría sits on Monte Pedreguer in a quiet Costa Blanca mountain setting, with open sky and natural landscape around a contained, simply furnished retreat environment. A pool, yoga studio, reading library and outdoor gym give guests places to move, rest or spend time alone.
The practice
Awakening Within describes its work through embodied practice, reflection and attention to lived experience, rather than a named spiritual tradition. Yoga is listed among the practice topics. For newcomers, the emphasis is on meeting present experience with care and clarity; ask the host what specific sessions and guidance are planned for your retreat.
A typical day
The daily schedule varies by retreat, so confirm it with the center. The setting supports a slower pace, with space for practice and reflection as well as personal time. Meals are mainly self-catered, and the first evening includes a shared welcome dinner.
Accommodation
Casa de Alegría is the residential setting for retreat stays, but room types and sharing arrangements are not described. Ask the host about the accommodation setup before booking.
What to bring
Pack comfortable clothes for yoga and embodied practice, plus layers for cooler mornings and evenings. The annual average temperature is 19.4°C, with warmer weather in June through August; a light rain layer may be useful in wetter months such as March, October and December.
How to get there
Casa de Alegría is accessible by road from the AP-7 motorway and N332. Car hire is available at airports, train stations and ports, and is recommended for longer stays; the nearest supermarket is about a 40-minute walk away.
Nearest airport: Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) (9 km)
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) is about 9 km from Alicante, while Casa de Alegría is approximately an hour from the airport. Transfers from ALC or Valencia are included for participants in I Am Awakening Immersion and Residency Integration; check whether this applies to your stay.
Nearest city: Alicante
Retreat pricing starts at EUR 1,790. Ask the host what is included in the price for your chosen dates.
Climate
Climate Zone: Subtropical
Best Months: Aug, Jun, Nov
Avoid: Mar, Dec, Oct
The Costa Blanca has an annual average temperature of 19.4°C. June, July and August are the warmest months, while January and February are among the coolest; rainfall is higher in March, October and December.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the daily schedule like?
The rhythm varies by retreat. Ask the host for the schedule for your dates.
Can beginners join?
The work is described as embodied practice and reflection, but entry requirements are not stated. Ask the host whether your experience level suits the specific retreat.
How do meals work during a stay?
Meals are self-catered. A shared welcome dinner is provided on the first evening, and the stay includes a grocery visit and simple arrival provisions.
Can I get a transfer from Alicante Airport?
Airport transfers from Alicante or Valencia are included for participants in I Am Awakening Immersion and Residency Integration. Confirm transfer arrangements for your particular booking.
How do I reserve a place?
Ask the center directly about current dates and reservations.
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