Winter Sun Retreat January

Welcome to the Fitter Confident You

Winter Sun Retreat for Gay Men

Five days of sunshine, fitness and connection - crafted to set you up for your best year yet

26th - 31st January, 2027

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You deserve a holiday!

And this is one with a purpose.

The Retreat will help you catch your breath and step out of hectic modern life, giving you a chance to focus 100% on YOU and what you want.

We'll workout, set goals for the year ahead, explore the breathtaking Lanzarote landscape, and you'll return rejuvenated, refreshed and with a whole new team of cheerleaders by your side.

Plus there's daily yoga and stretching so you go home more flexible than you arrived!

This will be our 10th retreat, so we know what's needed to put you at ease and relaxed from day one.

Welcome to Villa El Palacete - our luxurious, spacious and perfectly-located home for the Retreat...

Lots of space, golden sunshine, clean air - you're not in the city any more, Toto!
We have the whole villa, with in-house precisely tailored catering
Your own well-appointed room, pool, jacuzzi, games room, mini gym & putting green (!)

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Your holiday on YOUR terms

You awake to the smell of fresh coffee, wafting up the stairs...

As you open the curtains, the stunning ocean view helps you feel a million miles away from home.

As a group, you head off for an early walk through the dramatic countryside, the impressive mountains framing the experience... You feel relaxed and at ease.

Back at the villa, and after a breakfast of fresh fruit, homemade granola and eggs your way, you grab 45 minutes by the pool with your book.

Then there's the option to join the group workout before lunch... Will you, won't you...? Whatever you choose is the right choice.

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How the rest of your day might look...

The afternoon is yours, so you book a game of Padel Tennis with a new friend and return for your 121 with Matt to discuss your fitness and wellbeing plans for the year.

Later, you have a sauna (no need for any cold showers!), and discover the joy of dining as a group.

You're amazed at the Beetroot Orzotto the cooks whip up... And enjoy a glass of the local white (well, be rude not to!)

You head to bed, content, nourished and excited about tomorrow.

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What our guests have said...

"Very good, tasty inventive meals;

my first experience of yoga very positive (and inspired me to find regular classes!); I enjoyed all the activities and chance to interact with the others attending" - Cleave G. London, UK

"I loved every minute of the retreat. I felt like I belonged as soon as I walked through the gate. It was an exhilarating week filled with laughter, bonding and friendship. Lucky us!" - Joe L. Maryland, USA

"The best decision I’ve made in a long time. Matt was absolutely incredible, and devised such an excellent programme. Such a wonderful introduction to yoga and I’m now a yoga convert! A beautiful venue and programme, which allowed me improve my mental as well as physical health. The most delightful group of people to spend a week with, and friendships made for life! Thank you!" - Phil D. Liverpool, UK

"Had the best time. I learned and remembered a lot about myself. Feel refreshed and replenished afterwards!" - Peter C. London, UK

For GBTQ+ Guys who...

WANT A FUN, SOCIAL RETREAT

We eat together (courtesy of our brilliant in-house cooks), and there are daily opportunities to bond and connect with each other.

WANT TO ENJOY DAILY FITNESS AND ACTIVITIES

There's fitness, yoga and mindset sessions every day as well as walks, hikes and runs to join - if you want, but this is your holiday, so choose what works for you.

ALSO WANT TO EXPERIENCE A GORGEOUS AND DRAMATIC ISLAND

Beach lunches eating fish caught that morning, local excursions and dinners at cosy and delicious local restaurants are all included!

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?

- Accommodation

- Breakfast

- Lunch

- Dinners + wine

- All workouts with Matt

- All yoga sessions with yoga teacher extraordinaire, Craig

- Excursion to stunning local town with dinner

- A 121 chat with Matt to discuss goals, fitness, nutrition and your plans!

- And a couple of surprises we're keeping up our sleeve!

Flights and transfers not included, so you can add on days to your trip as desired.

Why join the FCY Retreat?

In addition to all the wonderful experiences, friendship, food and fitness... You're going to return home with a PLAN

One-to-one time with Matt - where you'll get to run through every aspect of your fitness, heath, and wellbeing...
... and together construct goals that excite you - so you leave the Retreat with a clean plan and clear path ahead
With that in place, progress is inevitable! With that in place, progress becomes inevitable - and you'll leave Lanzarote knowing exactly what comes next.

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Frequently asked questions

If you have any other questions about the retreat,

pop me an email via matt@fitteryou.net

What IS a retreat?

A chance to step out of real, day-to-day life and focus solely on the things that will help you feel amazing - for good. The Fitter Confident You Retreat combines fitness, inner wellbeing, mindset work, yoga, friendship and confidence-boosting experiences, wrapped up in five gorgeous days in an inspiring location, with fabulous food and company too.

Is it just a jolly?!

Well it will BE, jolly, but it's not just your average trip away. This will be the 10th Fitter Confident You retreat, so we're really good at hosting them and ensuring you get the most from them. We have a careful itinerary of activities, experiences and downtime. Plus the 121 coaching session with Matt will help you form a plan so you can return ready to make the most of 2027.

What do I have to do there?

Well, technically, nothing! If you want to lie by the pool, reading books and generally rejuvenating, that's A-OK - this is your trip to get from it what you want. Matt will run at least one workout every day - all will be scalable and suitable for all fitness levels and you'll have your own exercise mat, which we'll provide. Our brilliant yoga coach will also be on hand, running classes. There are also other activites, some more strenuous than others - hikes, paddleboarding, runs - as well as excursions to local towns - but what you join in with, is up to you.

What about food?!

Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included every day (with wine, although we will be having two wine-free nights!). Plus all dietary preferences and requirements are catered for, ie. vegans welcome!

And the rooms...?

We have seven private king rooms, each of which is spacious and luxurious. If you want to come with a partner or a friend, you'll qualify for the Shared Room Rebate and receive £400 back, per room.

I'm packing already!

When do we leave?

In order for the group to bond from Day One, you're asked to arrive at the Villa during the afternoon of 26th January 2027 in time for a tour of the house and grounds and welcome barbeque.

We check out at 10am on the 31st January 2027.

The cost is £2395 for your own private en suite room (one kingsize bed) also payable in instalments - check out the available options via the link below.

And if you're in a couple or want to come with a friend, you'll qualify for the Shared Room Rebate, receiving £400 back per room.

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Who's behind the Retreat?

Matt Boyles is the Founder and CEO of Fitter Confident You, which started as purely online personal training which the company still does, for almost 2,000 clients since 2017...

But now there's live events, group training, a best-selling book and these inspiring and joyous international retreats.

Fitter Confident You exists to forge connections and community for GBTQ+ guys, and retreats are a powerful, lasting way to do that.

Any questions, drop Matt a line via matt@fitteryou.net