Catherine founded The Reformer Retreat Company as she wanted to offer something she felt was missing—a space to step away from everyday life and fully focus on your health, fitness, and wellbeing – whilst indulging in your passion for Reformer Pilates. She curates boutique, life-affirming reformer and wellness retreats in stunning destinations worldwide. Her retreats bring together like-minded people for energising Reformer Pilates sessions, invigorating hikes in nature, and nourishing food, balanced with plenty of time to rest, recharge, and be looked after. They’re designed to challenge and inspire you, while also giving you the space to slow down, reset, soak up the local culture and scenery of each beautiful destination—returning home with a renewed sense of wellbeing, unforgettable memories, lasting friendships, and the feeling of a true mind-body reset.
RETREAT SCHEDULE FOR 2026
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IBIZA 2026
SEVERAL DATES IN JUNE/SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER
Join us for a 5-day, 4-night all-inclusive Reformer & Wellness Retreat at our secluded boutique villa, tucked away in an idyllic rural spot near Ibiza’s stunning west coast. With white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, hidden coves, and endless blue skies just moments away, it’s the perfect setting to unwind whilst indulging in your Reformer passion. Expect laid-back luxury with effortless boho charm.
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SRI LANKA 2026
9-16 FEBRUARY
Join us for 8-day, 7 nights at a luxurious wellness resort on Sri Lanka’s sun-drenched coast, where wellness meets wild, tropical paradise. Surrounded by swaying palms and sweeping Indian Ocean views, this vibrant escape is designed to energise your body, awaken your senses, and reconnect you with your spirit of adventure. Experience dynamic Reformer sessions in a brand-new, air-conditioned studio, savour vibrant, nourishing meals, and balance it all with moments of rest, reflection, and exploration of the local culture.
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THAILAND 2026
7-14 MARCH
Press pause for 8-days, 7-nights in the stunning island paradise of Koh Samui. Your home base—a boutique hotel consistently ranked among Asia’s top ten wellness resorts—pairing five-star comfort with tropical island magic.
Strengthen your body in one of Asia’s best-equipped, air-conditioned Reformer studios, then flow through mat and holistic sessions in an open-air jungle shala framed by palm fronds and turquoise sea. Enjoy island adventures, refuel with vibrant Thai fusion cuisine, lounge by the pool or beach, and melt away any lingering tension with blissful massages.
Revitalise your body and mind at our LUXURY Reformer & WELLNESS retreats
Are you ready to unlock a healthier, stronger, and more flexible you? Look no further! Our Reformer & Wellness Retreats offer you the ultimate transformational experience, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced Pilates enthusiast. Why not give yourself the ultimate gift – escape the daily grind and immerse yourself in a rejuvenating experience designed to elevate your well-being, leaving you feeling amazing in your body and relaxed in your mind.
All our retreats are led by the Founder of The Reformer Retreat Company, Catherine Riding, whose passion is to share her deep knowledge of movement and wellness in a way that inspires and empowers. Set in magical locations around the world, each retreat is thoughtfully curated to offer a truly unique and enriching experience.
Expect a holistic blend of dynamic Reformer sessions, wellness activities in nature, indulgent pampering, and nourishing, beautifully prepared meals. With dedicated ‘me-time’ built into each day, you’ll enjoy blissful sleep, restorative naps, and a chance to fully reset.
Our retreats are upbeat, energising, and full of good vibes—designed for those who love to move, laugh, and connect with like-minded Reformer lovers and adventure seekers.
So why not press pause for a few days, deepen your Pilates practice, reset your health, and leave feeling stronger, fitter, healthier, revitalised, and reconnected—with yourself and with new, lifelong friends?
Daily activities and exercise
Expect two to three full-body Reformer sessions each day, blending dynamic strength work with deep-release stretching and high-energy jumpboard classes—plus a daily mat Pilates session to support mobility and core control. You'll also be guided through restorative experiences including healing sound baths, fascia release self-massage, and a complimentary 60-minute massage to leave you feeling deeply relaxed.
Our retreats typically include thrilling day trips and outdoor adventures such as costal hikes, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling, boat trips, cultural tours and unforgettable sunsets in some of the world’s most iconic locations.
Expert guidance and individual attention
All our retreats are led by Pilates Master and fitness expert, Trainer Catherine Riding. With 30 years of experience, she has developed her unique dynamic Reformer method to optimise clients' results.
Expect carefully curated full-body workouts guaranteed to improve your strength, flexibility, and posture - realigning your body for optimal health. Class numbers are deliberately kept low to ensure you receive personalised, individual attention. At times, she may be assisted by other expert teachers to ensure you receive maximum guidance and correction.
The ultimate sanctuary for fitness and self-care
Whether you're looking to deepen your Pilates practice, get fitter, stronger, leaner and more flexible, or simply de-stress from daily life, our retreats provide the perfect sanctuary for improving your fitness, self-care and renewal. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a novice or a seasoned Pilates pro as you will be offered modifications appropriate to your fitness level and Reformer experience. However, it is strongly advised that you have a regular Reformer practice before joining one of our retreats in order to maximise your enjoyment.
A Typical Day on Retreat
While no two days are ever quite the same—and each retreat offers its own unique experiences—a sample day might look something like this:
Early morning: Energising, full-body Reformer Pilates session
Breakfast: Nourishing and delicious to fuel your day
Mid-morning: Activities such as scenic hikes, paddleboarding, massages, cultural excursions, or mat-based Pilates conditioning
Lunch: Healthy and satisfying, enjoyed together
Afternoon: Free time to relax by the pool or beach, explore the local area, or book additional treatments
Late afternoon: A dynamic Reformer session followed by a restorative stretch or deep-release Reformer flow
Dinner: Shared evening meals designed to nourish body and soul
Evening: Wind down with sound baths, fascia release workshops, gentle yoga, or a sunset outing
OUR Reformer retreatS ARE all about making you feel fantastic
But don’t take our word for it! Here’s what other people have to say about their retreat experience:
“Very fun and friendly retreat! The reformer sessions were amazing with lots of individual attention and technique instruction. There was a great balance between Pilates sessions, local hikes and rest and relaxation. Catherine’s fascia release session was blissful - I have never slept so well! I loved it and will definitely be booking on to the next one!”
“I returned home from this Pilates Reformer Retreat warmed in mind, body and soul. Absolute bliss.”
“Just wow! What a heart-warming, body-toning, mind-cleaning trip. Where do I sign up for next year’s retreat?”
“My mother and I went on a Pilates retreat with Catherine last year and we had an unforgettable time. Catherine organised everything so that we had maximum time practising Pilates, but with enough flexibility that things could be arranged to suit the mood. She’s a wonderful teacher – my technique improved dramatically over the retreat. When we weren’t in the studio, we were exploring the local area and going for long hikes in the sun. The retreat was so special, and I would go back in an instant!”
“Nobody knows more about Pilates than Catherine and nobody has a wider arsenal of motivational and teaching skills to help you identify and tone muscles you didn’t even know you had! She’s inspiring, knowledgeable, approachable and fun and her Pilates retreat was truly great. Venue was terrific, delicious, healthy food and warm hospitality. And access to Catherine for a whole weekend with a small group enabled my Pilates technique to really improve.”
“Attending the Pilates Reformer Retreat was a life-changing experience! The peaceful setting, combined with expert instruction, provided the perfect environment to deepen my practice. Each session was thoughtfully designed to challenge and inspire, helping me achieve new levels of strength and flexibility. The sense of community and support from both Catherine and the fellow participants was incredible. I returned home feeling revitalized, balanced, and more connected to my body than ever before.”