Lotte Berk Barre Retreats & Cookery Workshops
Lotte Berk Exercise
Five day residential retreats in June and September in a period home in the historic village of Verteuil-sur Charente in SW France.
Each day you will practise an hour and a quarter of Lotte Berk exercise before breakfast and an hour and a quarter before supper in a purpose-built studio. If you have not taken Lotte Berk classes before a complimentary private class will be provided and one-on-one workshops are available during the day for everyone, if desired. The rest of the day you are free to relax by the pool, explore the surrounding countryside on foot or by bike and wander around the historic village of Verteuil sur Charente with its cafés, restaurants, shops and château. Massages and reflexology available.
Food with Sarah Pilcher
You will stay in this spacious 19th century house and enjoy outstanding meals cooked with fresh produce by Sarah Pilcher. Dinner will be served with local wine.
Sarah will also provide two cookery workshops exploring wonderful French ingredients. You will learn how to produce simple and classic French food, plus visit the local market in Ruffec.
About Us
Lotte Berk Barre
Lotte Berk Barre
Lotte Berk Barre
Leaving you full of energy and revitalised, the Lotte Berk method of exercise is based on a combination of yoga, pilates and physiotherapy and is suitable for all abilities. It helps you achieve a strong, supple and lean look creating visible improvements to your shape and strengthening your core.
Tina Roscoe
Lotte Berk Barre
Lotte Berk Barre
Tina has practised Lotte Berk for 35 years and has been a trained teacher for nine years.
Reviews
Naomi
Alison R
Alison R
"A wonderfully nourishing week; mentally, physically and nutritionally!
I have always loved Barre but had never tried the original barre class, Lotte Berk technique.
It is the perfect class to do daily and within the most gorgeous idyllic setting, alongside a great bunch of ladies whom, despite me being shy, I had lovely conversations with each and every one of them. The atmosphere was very welcoming. The food was delicious, the massages were great and the trips out and about to get a real taste of French life in this beautiful area were delightful! Country walks, French markets, art and historical buildings. This is the perfect way to treat yourself to a French escape but also feel fabulous and fit by the end!"
Alison R
Alison R
Alison R
"I loved Tina’s Lotte Berk Retreat weekend. The teaching was brilliant with a good mix of exercises in every class and fab music. My leg muscles were groaning going up the stairs on day 3 but by day 4, the aches had all but disappeared and I could feel myself getting stronger. I had a sports massage on the last day and can honestly say it was the best I’ve ever had...incredibly thorough and amazing value. The food prepared and cooked by Christopher was sublime. He used local fresh ingredients to make perfect meals that nailed it every time. All of this in a beautiful house with great company. What more can I say, apart from: I’ll be back..."
Kathryn B
Kathryn B
Kathryn B
"If you wish to combine improving your fitness with eating delicious food in wonderful surroundings look no further than going to Tina’s house for a Lotte Berk experience. I went in September 2019, and enjoyed every minute. In terms of exercise, I was very surprised at how much more toned and flexible I felt after 5 days. It really made a difference. Christopher, the chef, cooked all our meals from local ingredients. The day started with a smoothie plus a varied breakfast, then a healthy lunch and a more substantial 3 course meal in the evening, accompanied with some delicious wines. During the day, we did a variety of activities either relaxing around the pool, going on walks, visiting a sculpture park or going to the market. Overall it was a delightful way to spend five days."
Alison M
Kathryn B
Kathryn B
“5 stars - Wonderful!
If you enjoy beautiful surroundings, great food and the best barre class EVER then this is the perfect choice! I was recommended this retreat by a friend and went on my own, not knowing anybody. I must say that it didn’t disappoint on any level. If you choose to go you will enjoy every aspect and come home feeling energised and a big bit spoiled!
Do it - it’s amazing!"
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Price and Dates for 2025
Thursday 5th June - Tuesday 10th June.
Thursday 12th June - Tuesday 17th June
The price is £999 per person based on two people sharing a room.
The single room supplement is £200.
Prices include:
• Transfers to and from airport based on specified flights from London Stansted to Limoges; trains to Angoulème.
• All Lotte Berk Classes
• Two 2 hour cookery workshops
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner including wine.
Prices do not include:
• Flights / train tickets.
• Transfers from other destinations.
• Massages / Reflexology
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