Uphill hikes and downward dogs in the Black Mountains of Wales
A women’s yoga and fell walking break in the Welsh borders leaves our writer with aching muscles but a heart full of joy
Hill Walking & Yoga Weekend For Women [2 spaces]
More than simply covering the miles: this is a weekend of superb hill walking connecting with landscape, ecology, history, atmosphere, each other and yourself. Aimed at active, curious open-minded women who are keen to explore the stunning borderland Black Mountains. We use the positive role of yoga at the end of each day to unwind physically and mentally.
Fell Running & Yoga Weekend for Women (with accommodation)
Savour the delights of wilder running. On this unique Fell Running & Yoga Weekend for Women we combine quality coaching, so that you can gain the confidence to run in the hills, with the positive, complementary role of yoga. This is for active women who have done some off-road running – and all in one of the most stunning locations in the UK.
Beginning Fell Running For Women [Brecon Beacons] – October 2022
If you like the idea of being able to run in the mountains but have never started then this will be the perfect day for you. We are two highly experienced top women fell runners who are passionate about getting more women to enjoy this sport.
Hill Walking & Yoga Weekend For Women [ Fully Booked]
More than simply covering the miles: this is a weekend of superb hill walking connecting with landscape, ecology, history, atmosphere, each other and yourself. Aimed at active, curious open-minded women who are keen to explore the stunning borderland Black Mountains. We use the positive role of yoga at the end of each day to unwind physically and mentally.
Walking Women: The Special Treberfydd Weekend
A weekend for busy discerning, appreciative women to actively recharge in the stunning location of Treberfydd House. Nestled between the mountains and lake, this is a special carefully crafted Element weekend of walking fascinating landscape and talking about nature. A warm welcome in beautiful surroundings, you’ll have your own bedroom and bathroom. It is an all-inclusive weekend with quality food and all drink provided. There’s also an option to book your own accommodation if you prefer to stay independently. And there’s a good massage included too – it’s our de-luxe end of the spectrum.
Beginning Mountain Biking – Group of 6-8 Bespoke Weekend (Bike Hire Possible)
A brilliant weekend for a group of 8 friends. During Element’s two-day course in the spectacular Black Mountains, you’ll ride some of the best trails in Britain. You’ll learn the fundamentals of mountain biking: body position, effective braking and gear selection, climbing and descending with confidence over terrain that will neither be too technical – or terrifying. Accommodation included. Bike hire possible.
Hill Walking & Yoga Weekend For Women – April 2023
More than simply covering the miles: this is a weekend of superb hill walking connecting with landscape, ecology, history, atmosphere, each other and yourself. Aimed at active, curious open-minded women who are keen to explore the stunning borderland Black Mountains. We use the positive role of yoga at the end of each day to unwind physically and mentally.
The Cwmyoy Horseshoe Fell Race – April 2023
5.6 miles/ 1257 feet ascent
A classic ‘horseshoe’ fell race in the stunning Black Mountains overlooking the Llanthony Valley
Walking, Talking: Conversations on the Land – May 2023
Looking with new eyes, walking the beauty of the Black Mountains and talking with interesting experts. This weekend is about more than simply covering the miles. Expect two good long walks in stunning environs but as important are good, interesting conversations on some of the dilemmas that face us on our 21st century landscape.
We’ll be with a farmer, who is working with nature to build a system that regenerates the land and improves the quality of life for everything involved. And with a PhD environmentalist looking at trees and landscape.
A weekend for any women who are active, open and curious to get ‘up close and personal’ with these issues.
Women’s Trail Running Weekend (inc. accommodation) – May 2023
This is a glorious inclusive trail running weekend for women of all running abilities.
You choose the level that you run at, and we provide a supportive positive confidence-building environment for you.
There’s a sports massage included, excellent healthy food, two talks by experts – one on nutrition and the other on building resilience, lots of good discussion and all with 2-nights’ very comfortable accommodation.
Expect the usual Element attention to quality, purpose and detail.
A 2-day Mountain Bike Journey for Women: July 8th & 9th 2023
There’s something very special and restorative about completing a journey. This two-day guided mountain bike ride is on gorgeous rideable trails in the Brecon Beacons National Park. It encompasses the stunning lesser-known parts of the Black Mountains. Your luggage is transported to an overnight B&B stay and a pub is booked for your group evening meal. Expect superb, manageable riding, incredible views and ‘good craic’ all round.
Women’s Trail Running Weekend (inc. accommodation) – Sept 2023
This is a glorious inclusive trail running weekend for women of all running abilities.
You choose the level that you run at, and we provide a supportive positive confidence-building environment for you.
There’s a sports massage included, excellent healthy food, two talks by experts – one on nutrition and the other on building resilience, lots of good discussion and all with 2-nights’ very comfortable accommodation.
Expect the usual Element attention to quality, purpose and detail.