Ruby Retreat is a yoga retreat centre at 155 Stafford Dr in Ruby Bay, in the Tasman district, with a 4.6 Google rating.
A yoga retreat is a chance to step away from daily routine and spend a few days or longer on practice, rest and quiet. Programmes vary, so check what a retreat includes, such as daily classes, meals, accommodation and free time, and whether it suits your level, as some welcome beginners and others expect experience. Ask about the teachers, the daily schedule and what to bring, including a mat, comfortable clothes and warm layers. If you have injuries, are pregnant or have a health condition, tell the organisers in advance. Regulars book early for popular dates, travel light, switch off their phones and leave time to ease back into normal life afterwards.
Ruby Bay is a seaside village on the Tasman coast near Mapua and Motueka, so this retreat suits visitors wanting a calm base by the water.