Description
Take a moment to pause this summer.
Join Detour at Morningside Farm to experience stunning landscapes, move your body mindfully and rest in nature.
Meet new people, take time for yourself, and maybe even try something new.
Bike rides
Slow flow & vinyasa yoga
Outdoor movement practice
Delicious food
Beautiful indoor chill spaces
Camping onsite
We will meet near Perth and cycle through beautiful Perthshire landscapes, stopping off to enjoy the views along the way, before arriving at Morningside Farm. Here, you will be guided through three movement sessions in the spectacular Wild Hive Dome or outdoors. Enjoy good food and good company, moving and relaxing in the cosy indoor spaces, before camping under the stars.
With plenty of time to rest, eat, socialise and explore along the way, the weekend will be spacious, welcoming and energising. Our events aim to bring people together to be active, mindful, and connected to the outdoors.
Ride & Retreat, or Retreat Only tickets are available.
Continue reading for a more detailed plan of the weekend.
Expanding on our popular Yoga By Bike events, Detour are excited to host our first weekend mini retreat!
If you are joining the bike rides...
Meet Jorja & Chris at Tickled Trout Cafe, Almondbank, 10am on Saturday
There will be time to chat and have a coffee, before heading out on our day ride.
There will be a bag drop service available, so you can drop off your overnight bag at the start. Parking is available nearby.
The Saturday route is 40km of quiet country lanes and gravel tracks.
We ride at a fairly relaxed pace and don't leave anyone behind. There will be stops along the way to chat, eat and take in the scenery.
Our routes are crafted with care to showcase landscapes and create a sense of flow, with opportunities to stop and enjoy our environment and the people we're with.
In the afternoon we will arrive at the lovely Morningside Farm, where we will be joined by those with Retreat Only tickets.
Enjoy some soup, tea and homemade snacks! There will be a tour of the farm followed by time to settle in, rest and set up camp.
We will head in to the Wild Hive Dome for a slow flow yoga class before dinner, to stretch out and unwind.
We will move gently with supportive props, before settling in to relaxation.
High quality yoga mats and props are provided at the venue, with expansive views out across the hills.
Dinner will be served in The Bothy
Two delicious options will be availble, prepared by Alyth Cyclery Cafe.
Let us know in advance, and we hope to accommodate dietary requirements (a vegan option will be available at each meal).
Spend the evening chilling by the fire pit, staying cosy in the Bothy, or playing board games in the Dome. There are options for cold water dipping, an outdoor bath, or beautiful evening walks nearby.
We will camp onsite at Morningside Farm.
A family-run smallholding nestled at the meeting point of moor, mountain and farmland in rural Perthshire.
Toilets and hot showers are available.
Roll into the Dome bright and early for breathwork and Vinyasa Yoga
Jorja will guide an energising morning practice, building gradually to start the day with intention and vitality. Combining dynamic movement, rhythmic breath and stillness, this practice will leave you feeling energised for the day ahead.
Movement variations will be offered, so that you can practice in a way that suits you.
Enjoy a buffet breakfast
Help yourself to delicious Wild Hearth pastries, overnight oats, fruit and crepes. There will then be time to relax and pack away camp.
Join our final outdoor creative movement practice, led by Jorja & Chris
This practice will combine functional movement, sensory exploration and creative play. Drawing on our experience in contemporary dance, functional movement and somatic practices, our creative sessions allow you to connect to your body, the landscape and each other.
You don't need any pervious experience to jump in - we will guide you through a series of movement tasks and pathways.
After creative movement we will say goodbye to Retreat Only participants, and set off by bike again. Bag drop service will be availble to transport your overnight kit back.
The ride back to Tickled Trout will be a relaxed 20km roll back
We will enjoy the journey back with some lovely smooth descents, and a snack stop on route.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to message us on Instagram @detour_movementbybike or email jorja.follina@hotmail.com
We hope to see you there!
FAQs
- Who is the event for?
Our events are open to adults of all ages and experiences. (All participants muct be 18+)
If joining the bike rides, you should be comfortable riding up to 30 miles in a day (on & off road).
All yoga and movement sessions are open level, with variations offered throughout each class.
There is no pressure to join in all movement sessions - you are welcome to relax on the farm and join in as much as you like.
If you have any questions or access requiremets, please get in touch and we are happy to chat!
- What type of bike do I need?
Any bike that you are comfortable to ride on country lanes and gravel tracks. E-bikes are welcome, too.
Make sure your bike is serviced and in full working order.
We ride at a fairly relaxed pace, with stops along the way.
- Do I need to join the bike rides?
No, the bike rides are optional.
Select a Ride & Retreat ticket if you’d like to join the bike rides. Choose a Perthshire Mini Retreat ticket to meet us at the farm for yoga, outdoor movement, delicious food and camping.
- Will there be food?
Yes! Delicious, homemade meals and snacks will be provided by Alyth Cyclery Cafe, included in the ticket cost.
A vegan option will be available at each meal. Get in touch in advance,
if you have any dietary requirements and we hope to accommodate these.
- What do I need to bring?
High quality yoga mats and props are provided at the venue. You will need to bring:
Camping gear: a tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag, and overnight essentials
Clothing: wear clothes you are comfortable to move in, bring waterproofs and warm layers for the evening
Water bottle
Something to sit on (recommended) - camping chair/sit pad/plastic bag
Swimwear (optional) - there is an outdoor bath and a stream on the farm
Riders only:
A bike, in full working order, that you are comfortabe to ride on bumpy gravel tracks
A helmet
Basic tools and spares
Snacks! Three meals and some snacks will be provided, but feel free to pack additional food to keep energy up
Additional water (we reccommend at least two bottles)
- How do I find the venue?
If you have a Ride & Retreat ticket, we will meet you at Tickled Trout Cafe, Akmondbank, at 10am on the 29th. The routes will guide you to Morningside Farm on the Saturday, and back to the start point on Sunday.
Tickled Trout Cafe, College Mill Trout Farm, Almondbank, Perth, PH1 3JY
If you purchase a Retreat Only ticket, you will meet us at Morningside Farm on Saturday afternoon. The farm is a 30 minute drive from Perth, or around 1.5 hours from Edinburgh or Glasgow. There is parking available onsite.
Morningside Farm, Logiealmond, Perthshire PH1 3TG
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Ride & Retreat Leaders
Jorja Follina (Jay) is a Dance Artist and Movement Teacher based in Blairgowrie.
Experienced both as a facilitator and performer, Jay is interested in using movement and creativity to connect people and places. Her teaching practice focusses on finding enjoyment and awareness through functional and mindful movement. Jorja completed her 200 hour Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training at Sampoorna Yoga India. With a First Class BA (Hons) in Contemporary Dance, Level 2 Fitness Instructor, Level 2 Nutrition & Health and Cycling Scotland's Ride Leader Training, Jorja has been teaching a range of movement disciplines for over ten years.
Chris Andrews is a Movement Artist and Bike Mechanic based in Blairgowrie.
His practice mostly centres around outdoor performance and functional movement. Chris is inspired by intimate outdoor spaces and exploring by bike. With experience touring dance and site specific performances, Chris spends the majority of his free time moving, tinkering and bike touring. Chris gained his Trinity National Diploma at Tring Park School of Performing Arts, and his First Class BA (Hons) in Professional Practice In Arts at Middlesex University. Also having completed Cycling Scotland's Ride Leader Training, Chris is an experienced ride leader. He currently works as a Bike Mechanic at Alyth Cyclery, alongside developing his frame building and modifying skills.
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