A New Addition to Sunsetbay Retreats
A Grounded Strength Reset Pilates with Maggie Paterson
3-Night Pilates Weekend Retreat | 12th - 15th November 2026
November 2026
November 2026
A grounded strength reset before the festive season
Step into an intimate and intensive coastal retreat led by Maggie Paterson, founder of Sunsetbay Retreats and a highly respected movement teacher with over 40 years’ experience in fitness, Pilates, dance, and wellbeing.
This carefully curated retreat is designed for those who love Pilates (mat and reformer), barre, ballet-inspired movement, and mindful strength. Through focused, intentional sessions, you’ll reconnect with your body, restore balance, and return home feeling centred, strong, and energised.
This is movement with meaning, never rushed, never forced. Each day offers a harmonious rhythm of guided movement and restorative downtime, including:
- Pilates mat sessions
- Barre-inspired strength work
- Basic ballet technique to enhance posture, grace, and body awareness
Classes are intelligently layered and accessible, designed to support strength, alignment, and fluidity.
Nourishing Plant Based Food to Support Your Wellbeing
Our in-house chef Catherine Humprys prepares vibrant, seasonal meals designed to support movement, recovery, and overall wellbeing.
Expect:
- Fresh, locally sourced ingredients
- Colourful, comforting and energising dishes
- Three delicious meals each day, plus snacks and afternoon treats
- Healthy, balanced plant based food that feels generous, grounding, and deeply satisfying.
Why choose us
Why choose us
A Personalised Pilates Experience
A Thoughtful Blend of Movement & Stillness
To complement the group classes, each guest receives a private one-to-one reformer Pilates session, tailored to their individual body, needs, and goals.
This bespoke session allows for deeper precision, personalised guidance, and a truly supportive experience, a rare and valuable addition to a retreat setting.
A Calm, Powerful Reset
Between movement sessions, you’re invited to slow down and savour the setting:
- Scenic coastal walks
- Wild swimming
- Hot tub and sauna experiences
- Evening entertainment
- Therapeutic treatments
Everything is optional. This is your time to listen to your body.
Rated as Excellent on TripAdvisor
We are proud to always offer 5-star treatment to our guests – from unique activities and mouth-watering plant-based food cooked by some of the most talented vegan chefs in the country to exceptional healing activities and therapies and a safe environment to really embrace one’s wellbeing journey. Read all our reviews here.
Book Your Pilates Retreat
Is this your first Sunsetbay retreat?
This retreat is a perfect way to start your fitness and wellbeing journey. We offer a variety of grounding activities to enjoy, all completely optional – to tailor the retreat to your needs and goals.
3-Night Pilates Weekend Retreat | 12th - 15th November 2026
Join us for a Very Special Pilates with Maggie Paterson
Our wonderfully dedicated and highly experienced team will look after you every step of the way!
Luxury accommodation for total comfort is available at our stunning converted Chapel and for those wanting to hear the sounds of the sea as you sleep and awake, we have extra accommodation at nearby Sunsetbay Beach House.
Suitable for all levels of fitness we look forward to you joining us.
What to expect on the Pilates Retreat...
Whats included:
- Daily Pilates Mat Session's
- 1:1 Reformer Session for each guest
- Ballet Foundations
- Guided Scenic Walks
- All Meals – x3 Daily
- Delicious Plant Based Food
- 3 Nights Luxury Accommodation
Plus...
- Drinks Teas Juices Snacks and Afternoon Cake
- Hot Tub
- Morning walk or run
- ½ hour Massage or Reflexology
- Evening Entertainment
All of the above is included in your room price.
Optional extras include additional treatments (massage, reflexology, reiki), life coaching, and tarot readings for those drawn to deeper self-discovery.
the rooms
The rooms
Luxury Accommodation by the Sea
Stay in our beautifully converted Welsh chapel in the charming seaside town of Tywyn, along the stunning Cambrian Coast.
Enjoy:
- Elegant, peaceful rooms
- A serene zen garden
- Hot tub and fire pit
- Optional accommodation at the nearby Sunset Bay Beach House for those who love falling asleep to the sound of the sea
Is This Your First Sunsatbay Retreat?
This retreat is ideal for both first-time retreat guests and those who return to us year after year. With a warm, supportive atmosphere and completely optional activities, you’re free to move at your own pace and truly honour what your body needs.
Why Choose Sunset Bay Retreats?
- ⭐ Rated Excellent on TripAdvisor
- Consistently 5-star guest experiences
- Exceptional teachers, chefs, and therapists
- A safe, nurturing environment to fully embrace your fitness and wellbeing journey
- We’re proud to welcome many returning guests and continuously evolve our retreats based on guest feedback.
Retreat Details
3-Night Pilates Weekend Retreat
📅 Dates: 12th – 15th November 2026
Suitable for all levels of fitness.
Book Your Pilates Retreat
A very special Pilates-based retreat with Maggie Paterson — exclusive to Sunsetbay Retreats.
We are honoured to have many returning guests who trust us to provide a safe and friendly environment for them to recharge and rebalance. We always listen to our guests’ feedback and continuously update and improve our retreats to meet their needs. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a regular, you can expect an unforgettable experience at Sunsetbay Retreats.
Testimonials
Reviews from past retreats
Five Stars is Not Enough From the moment I arrived at Sunset Bay Retreat, I felt held—by the land, the people, and the beautifully crafted experience. Every aspect of this retreat was thoughtfully curated, and deeply respectful of both body and soul. The yoga sessions from were sensitively delivered, offering true space to listen inward and move gently. Whether flowing on the mat or sitting in stillness during meditation, there was always a sense of safety and choice.
An incredible retreat! Had such an amazing time with Maggie and Graham who were wonderful hosts. The food provided by Catherine was phenomenal, she could tell you everything about it and you can tell how much care had gone in to each meal and snack for us! The yoga was a great mix of styles and the walks were a great way to see a beautiful area. Can’t wait to go back!
Beautiful summer solstice
June 2025
A wonderful nourishing retreat settled between mountains and the ocean. Wonderful active daily schedules from lovely yoga with Frankie or Maggie, fully instructed and safe paddle boarding, wild lake swimming with breath taking views, wild sauna , amazing walks with Phil amongst the beautiful hills , relaxing sound bath and a night of Fables and songs. The food is vegan and prepared by Catherine and was incredibly delicious! Maggie & Graham are a dedicated team with the support of Smudge (dog) . Cannot wait to return which could be my 5th time.
A Wonderful Nourishing Retreat
June 2025
My fourth trip to sunset bay retreats so maybe I should end the review there? Maggie, Graham (and Smudge) are lovely hosts. You can do as much or as little as you like and there’s a real mix of activities. You’re walking distance to the beach, 10 minutes from Aberdovey. The chapel is a stunning venue and every care is taken to make you feel at home. Meals are lovingly prepared by the events in house vegan chef Catherine. Not vegan? Honestly dont worry. She’s brings food to life in ways I couldn’t imagine and you never leave feeling underfed! We all wanted her recipes by the end! (And Graham is on hand with optional wine if you want it) Maggie is multi talented and one of your yoga/pilates instructors along with Frankie who is a real yoga storyteller. Treatments & sessions with Elaine, Becs and Jill give an added extras to your stay.
Visit no. 4!
May 2025