3-Day Martial Arts & Meditation Retreat in Marrakech Farm

Summary

Martial Arts Training & Mindfulness Retreat on a Marrakech Farm

You’ll get hands-on martial arts training mixed with meditation and mindfulness on a quiet Marrakech farm. It’s a chance to learn new skills, eat healthy food, and connect with local traditions—all at your own pace.

What’s the experience like?

I arrived just after sunrise, the air still cool and carrying a faint scent of mint from the herb garden near the entrance. The training center sits on a quiet farm outside Marrakech—no city noise, just birds and the occasional rooster. Our guide, Youssef, greeted us with sweet Moroccan tea before we started stretching under olive trees. He explained that our sessions would blend Sufi breathing exercises, Taoist movement drills, and Shaolin routines. I’d never tried anything quite like it before.

Each day had its own rhythm: mornings for martial arts basics—stances, footwork, simple self-defense moves; afternoons focused on meditation or gentle behavioral therapy practices. Sometimes we’d pause to pick figs or chat about herbal medicine with Fatima, who runs the kitchen. Meals were light but filling: lentil tagine one day, grilled vegetables another. Evenings felt peaceful—just a handful of us sharing stories over mint tea as dusk settled in. The pace was slow but steady; nobody rushed you if you wanted to linger in the garden or ask about Moroccan Sufi traditions.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Martial Arts and Meditation Training

• Physical and behavioral exercises in Sufi, Taoist, Shaolin traditions
• Meals provided

Top questions

Is this retreat suitable for beginners?

Yes—it’s open to all fitness levels and no prior experience is needed. The instructors adjust to each guest’s abilities.

Are meals included?

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided daily—mostly fresh Moroccan dishes made right on the farm.

Can I bring my service animal?

Service animals are welcome at the retreat.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes—there are public transport options close to the farm for easy access.

What’s included

Your stay includes all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), daily martial arts and meditation sessions led by experienced guides, plus time to relax or explore the farm’s gardens. Service animals are allowed and public transport is nearby.