Imagine stepping away from the noise of everyday life and reconnecting with yourself in a way that feels deeply nourishing and freeing.
Join us for a truly special three-day retreat in the beautiful coastal town of Albir, Spain.
Guided by Sheela Masand and Julie McCammon, this retreat is designed for anyone who wants to explore the powerful connection between mind and body. Whether you’re struggling with persistent pain, anxious thinking, or chronic stress—or simply feel it’s time to slow down and tune into your body’s wisdom—you’ll find a welcoming space here to discover something new about yourself.
What You’ll Discover:
The Mind’s Role in Suffering & Healing – Understand how thought shapes your experience of pain, stress, and anxiety and what happens when you begin to see it differently.
The Body’s Natural Wisdom – Learn to listen to your body and use self-myofascial release to unlock stored tension and restore balance.
The Bodymind Connection – Experience firsthand how addressing both mind and body together leads to a profound shift towards health and well-being.
You Already Have Peace, Clarity, and Wellbeing – Learn how to be kind and gentle with yourself as you release bracing patterns in your body—some you may not even realise you have!
Deep Listening – Recognise the innate gift you have (as does every human being) to deeply listen to yourself, to others and to your body.
A Gentle Rhythm for the Weekend
Each morning, we’ll come together at the hotel for deep conversations and explorations about the mind and body. You’ll have space to reflect, ask questions, and uncover new insights.
Then, you’ll enjoy a long midday break—perfect for a leisurely lunch, a swim, a walk by the sea, or simply resting in the warmth of the Spanish sun.
In the late afternoon, we’ll gather at a stunning local yoga studio for practical, body-based sessions. These will include fascial freedom classes, body scan meditations, gentle movement, self-unwinding, and even a little jiggling to rehydrate your fascia and bring you home to your body in a whole new way.
You won’t be on this journey alone—we’ll be right there with you, guiding and supporting you as you feel your way into your healing.
Who Is This Retreat For?
- Anyone struggling with persistent pain, anxious thinking, or chronic stress
- Those curious about the deeper connection between mind and body
- Health and wellness professionals looking for fresh insights
- Anyone ready to step into a life of greater ease and freedom
- Those who feel it’s time to pause and take an inner journey, listening to their body’s wisdom instead of pushing through discomfort
This retreat is about deep rest, realignment, and reconnecting with yourself in a whole new way. You don’t need to have prior experience with any of these approaches—just a willingness to explore and be open to something new.
Hotel Rober Palas***
The venue is situated a 10 minute walk from the beach and a 2 minute walk to shops, cafés and restaurants. And only 10 minutes from the start of the popular scenic walk to the lighthouse.
A few of the hotel features include:
- Pool
- Bar/cafeteria
- Safes
- Aircon
- Gym
- Rooftop terrace
- 80 double rooms & suites
- Free wifi
Beautiful Albir!
Situated in a lovely corner of the Costa Blanca, on the coast, and with all the amenities of a small, quiet, yet lively town, Albir is the ideal location for the retreat. Everything you could need to make this a relaxing, enjoyable and memorable experience can be found within walking distance including the beach, cafes, bars and restaurants, supermarket and a wide variety of shops.
Albir’s beach is called “Playa de Racó de l’Albir” and has received the coveted European Union Blue Ribbon award, annually since 2001 – not a bad recommendation!
A favourite route to walk in the nature park is the ‘Faro’ trail which leads to a lighthouse. If you are lucky you may catch a glimpse of a dolphin or two as you look down to the sea from the lighthouse. The beginning of the trail is only a 10 minute walk from the hotel venue.
The Finer Details
- Morning session with Julie & Sheela in the hotel. Evening session with Julie at local yoga studio for practical, body based experience.
- Group is limited to maximum 12 participants to ensure as much individual one-to-one support as possible
- Lots of lovely space built in for reflection and relaxation. Loose schedule: 10-1.30pm & 6-8pm.
- Very special room rate at Hotel Rober Palas only available to the group (Sheela takes bookings & organises with hotel – less for you to do!) See FAQ’s.
- A mid morning snack on all sessions
Early Bird til 9th May: €550 (includes 21% VAT)
Price: €995.00 (includes 21% VAT)
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Following the retreat, limited 1:1 Myofascial Release treatment sessions with Julie will be available on Monday, September 8th, and Tuesday, September 9th. These must be pre-booked and paid for in advance. For more details, please email julie@mfrni.com.
Meet Your Guides
Julie McCammon is a physiotherapist and expert-level practitioner of the John F. Barnes approach to Myofascial Release (MFR). She has over 35 years of experience working with people in pain. She’s also a Bodymind coach and author of Finding Mystery Within, Re-Thinking Pain, and the soon-to-be-released Quiet Mind Quiet Body.
She is currently based in Northern Ireland, where she runs her own private practice and holistic healing space, The Garden Room. Here, she helps her clients in their quest to alleviate pain and optimise health.
Her first book, Finding Mystery Within, is a self-published memoir that chronicles her journey toward a deeper understanding of the mind-body connection as she healed from chronic illness. She beautifully intertwines her unique experiences with an intimate understanding of bodywork, inviting us to transform our pain into passion.
‘Re-Thinking Pain’ is a beautifully designed booklet with great graphics that combines an understanding of how the mind works with the latest pain neuroscience. It is specifically written for those struggling with persistent pain.
Julie spent over a year researching and writing ‘Quiet Mind, Quiet Body, ‘ a book that aims to help readers unlock the mystery of the mind and find freedom from chronic pain.
Julie is married to Peter and is the mother of two adult children, Jacob and Sophie. She continues to support them and others in their quest for self-discovery, authenticity, and growth.
Sheela Masand is an experienced transformational coach, mentor, and events organiser, dedicated to supporting individuals in recognising their true potential.
During her 15 years of Three Principles coaching, Sheela is incredibly grateful to have discovered that there is a way to be at ease with a body that has chronic dis-ease.
Since 2012, her dynamic Three Principles events in Spain have inspired countless individuals to break free from limitations and thrive through love and understanding.
She is also the author of Inside Out Transformation – A Revolutionary Guide for Coaches, Therapists and Counsellors.
Her favourite teacher by far is her 2 year old grandson, Eric!
We can’t wait to welcome you!
“Julie possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience, which helped me grasp the topics clearly. She is also very humble and down-to-earth, making me feel that she was on this journey with us rather than merely teaching us. I felt very comfortable expressing myself and getting involved in my occasionally awkward way during class. I never felt judged for my contributions and left each session feeling better about myself, both physically and mentally.”
“When I began working with Julie, I hoped to discover an easier way to cope with my physical pain. As I sit here this morning listening to a podcast, I feel so at peace. I experienced immense internal heartache, mental strain, and every imaginable discomfort that consumed me. It never ceased. I never had a break. Now, all I feel is peace. My heart is full, my mind is quiet, and I feel so relaxed and calm. There is no longer any worry regarding the physical pain, as I now understand that it wasn’t the pain itself that consumed me; it was my thoughts about it. Life begins at fifty-one years old.”
“Sheela helped me take my game to a whole new level, from local to global. She’s smart, fun, professional, and really good at what she does. I would highly recommend Sheela’s marketing services to anyone looking to expand their business.”
“Sheela is probably one of the best event organizers I have worked with. Not only is she extremely competent, but she is an extremely wonderful person. I absolutely love working with her and highly recommend her!”
“The coaching sessions were open, honest, valuable explorations where Sheela would guide me to look in a different direction to see something new. We laughed a lot throughout which was important to me.
My biggest realization during our time together was seeing more clearly where expectations, judgements and preferences come from. It has created more ease and contentment in my life and coaching practice through a growing sense of trust. Trust in the wisdom of life itself, “I” don’t have to have things figured out hence no need to work at controlling the situation. I can enjoy being with the flow of life, trusting and having faith that I’ll know what to do when the time is right. What a beautiful gift!”
FAQ’S
What's the local airport to fly into?
Alicante
Does the retreat price include the hotel?
No. We have secured a special rate at the hotel for all our participants. A single room with all meals included is €92.40.
How do I reserve a room at the hotel venue?
Once you have booked your place on the retreat, you can email Sheela at sheela@sheelamasand.com and she will organise your reservation with the hotel. You pay the hotel directly on arrival.
How do I travel from the airport to the hotel?
There are several shuttle companies offering services from Alicante airport to the hotel in Albir. Our favourite is www.beniconnect.com. They offer an express service which we recommend to reduce the travel time to under an hour usually. There are also taxis available at the airport which can cost from €90 upwards.
What if I have to cancel?
We highly recommend that you take out travel insurance. Please refer to our Booking Terms & Conditions.