Taiwan Retreat 2026

Retreat Details

For the third year running immerse yourself in a combination of yoga and culture with this retreat in , Taiwan. During the retreats we include experiencing other amazing local attractions. In the first year we explored the mountains, in the second year we experienced the second south china sea, and this year we will explore the coastal area of south east Taiwan, for surfing and other beach activities.

The retreat will start with Yoga in Beitou including mouth-watering local food, city sights and daily thermal hot springs. We will then fly to xxx for 7 days of surfing. We will then finish with two days of exploring central Taipei, one of Asia’s most underrated, fun, exciting and vibrant cities.

In addition to a dynamic and restorative Yoga program designed for you in the 200sqm space at the Light of Yoga studio in Taipei Taiwan. Hasu and Simon will lead classes in this space run by Tony who was trained by Simon and has opened enthusiastically the first Iyengar yoga centre in Taiwan to continue on the work in this method. We are also joined by Tonys husband Simon who is a knowledgable, fun tour guide with lots of local knowledge and fun facts at hand.

Come and experience the surprise that Taiwan has to offer with friends of and from Marrickville Yoga centre.

Details about the Retreat including a full schedule are provided below and includes a form to register your interest and be an early recipient of details and registrations. We have limited spaces for this retreat, and we recommend that students register an expression of interest to avoid missing out.

People in a yoga studio practicing poses
Two plates of stuffed flatbread with sauces on a table, hand holding chopsticks.
Person practicing yoga using cushions and chairs in a studio, with yoga straps hanging from the ceiling.
A child wearing a yellow helmet and gray jacket standing in front of a food stall with red signage with Chinese characters, and kitchen utensils on the counter.
Row of pink-lit claw machines in dimly lit alley with wet pavement and graffiti on yellow walls.
Three people sitting at a table in a casual restaurant, eating with chopsticks. The window behind them shows a view of urban buildings. They are engaged in conversation and enjoying their meal.

  • When is the retreat?

    The retreat will be in April 2026. We are currently finalising the itinerary and will provide details on this page very soon.

    Please use the form below to register your interest and be an early recipient of details and registrations.

  • What are the highlights of the Program?

    An immersive Yoga program tailor made by Simon & Hasu.

    Surfing and exploring the south east coastal area of Taiwan.

    Experiencing the amazing local food.

    A few days off in Taipei for eating, shopping and exploring. This has been an unexpected highlight of our last 2 trips.

  • What’s included?

    We are currently finalising the itinerary and will provide further details when it is complete. Items included for our past retreats include:

    - Teaching tuition for the yoga section of the retreat.

    - Twin share 3 star accommodation. Accommodation can also be single share at an additional cost.

    - Transfer where the group is moving between locations within Taiwan.

    - Meals during the retreat schedule.

  • What do you need to organise?

    Return Airfares to and from Taipei, Taiwan.

    Transfers from and to Taipei Airport.

    Travel Insurance.

    Ad-hoc meals and additional itineraries outside of what we have planned.

  • How much yoga experience do I need to attend?

    The retreat is open to all students at MYC. Other Iyengar Yoga practitioners and teachers outside of MYC are also welcome to participate. If you are not sure if you have enough yoga experience, please email us at info@marrickvilleyoga.com.au.

  • Can I arrive early and depart later?

    Yes, you can but please do make sure you arrive in Beitou to check in with everyone at the hotel on 11th of April.

    You are welcome to extend your stay in Taiwan and that will be for you to organise seperately.

  • Do I need to bring Yoga equipment or props?

    We are currently finalising the venue for the retreat and will advise if students need to bring any yoga props. if required it would be minimal including a mat, 2 belts and 2 blankets.

    Be sure to pack your yoga bloomers and other appropriate yoga attire.

    Taiwan is warm at this time of year, shorts and a t-shirt during the day and a warmer layer for the evenings.

  • How much does the Retreat cost?

    We are currently finalising the costs and will provide details on this page very soon.

    Please use the form below to register your interest and be an early recipient of details and registrations.

Feedback From Prior Participants

Two of our wonderful students, Barbara and Jane, who came along earlier this year on the retreat have shared their experiences from the Taiwan retreat through insightful essays.

Their reflections, along with photos capturing our time there, are available by clicking on the buttons to the right. Discover their insights, highlights and unexpected moments of their time away.

Expression of Interest

Please use this form to register your interest in our Taiwan Retreat 2026 and be an early recipient of details and registrations.

Indoor hot spring bath area with natural stone decor and a pool surrounded by plants and rocks.
Street market scene with an elderly woman sitting on a red stool under orange awnings. She is surrounded by fruits and vegetables in baskets and crates. Scooters are parked outside. Umbrellas cover part of the market area, and there's a small table w
Nighttime view of the entrance to "Bitter Burro," a dimly lit establishment with a blue neon donkey head sign above the door, a barber pole on the side, and a small figure or statue near the entrance.
Street view of a restaurant with a scooter and delivery person in front.
Person performing a yoga backbend using blocks in a studio, with others observing.
Aerial view of a heart-shaped stone weir in clear turquoise water.