Renew: A Spring Retreat in Kyoto with Cherlene and Quan Qi

13 – 18 April 2027
Kyoto, Japan

About the Retreat

Balance is rarely still.

It shifts with the seasons we move through and the demands of daily life. Sometimes it asks for effort; at other times, it asks us to soften. We learn to hold strength and ease, movement and stillness, discipline and rest—not as opposing forces, but as parts of the same whole.

Join us in Kyoto in the heart of spring for six days of practice and shared experience. Through daily movement, good food, meaningful conversations and time to immerse ourselves in the rhythm and beauty of Kyoto, we invite a return to balance that is lived rather than pursued.

This retreat is not an escape from everyday life, but a pause within it.

Together, we will explore what it means to move with intention, rest without guilt and remain centred even as life continues to change around us. Held by two teachers with distinct yet complementary approaches, our practices draw from both strength and softness, inviting participants to cultivate resilience without rigidity and presence without striving.

Against the backdrop of Kyoto in spring, a season that reminds us that beauty lies as much in change as in renewal, we gather to reconnect with ourselves, with one another, with the simple act of being where we are.

Tentative Schedule

Day 1: 13 April 2027
0600 – Meet at Singapore Changi Airport
0820 – Fly to Osaka
1610 – Arrive at Osaka, Kansai International Airport
1700 – Transfer to Hotel: Westin Miyako Kyoto
1930 – Welcome Dinner

Day 2: 14 April 2027
0800 – Practice 1
0930 – Breakfast
1030 – Free & Easy
1900 – Dinner

Day 3: 15 April 2027
0800 – Practice 2
0930 – Breakfast
1030 – Free & Easy
1700 – Practice 3
1900 – Dinner

Day 4: 16 April 2027
0800 – Practice 4
0930 – Breakfast
1030 – Free & Easy
1900 – Dinner

Day 5: 17 April 2027
0800 – Practice 5
0930 – Breakfast
1030 – Free & Easy
1700 – Practice 6
1900 – Farewell Dinner

Day 6: 18 April 2027
0800 – Practice 7
0930 – Breakfast
1200 – Check Out
1330 – Transfer to Airport
1725 – Fly back to Singapore

About the Accommodation

The Westin Miyako Kyoto opened in 1890 at the base of Higashiyama in the ancient capital city of Kyoto, Japan. For more than 130 years, our luxury hotel in Eastern Kyoto has responded to the changing times while respecting its traditions.

Now, we open a new chapter in our hotel's history. Expect memorable moments filled with understated elegance, luxury, and approachable service when you visit our luxury hotel in Higashiyama. Explore Kyoto's museums, music halls, zoos, and many historical temples and shrines, including the Heian Shrine, Nanzenji, Eikando, and Ginkakuji.

Sample delicious, locally inspired dishes and expertly crafted cocktails in one of our many hotel restaurants. At the end of your day in Kyoto, settle into a well-appointed hotel room or suite with complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, and 24-hour room service. Experience all Kyoto, Japan, has to offer with your family at The Westin Miyako Kyoto.

About the Facilitators

Cherlene Lim

What began as a casual trial over a decade ago quickly evolved into a 30-day hot yoga challenge, then an all-consuming obsession—and eventually, a quiet way of being. Yoga did not change her life in the dramatic way others often describe. Instead, it seeped in slowly, like water finding its way through the smallest cracks, gradually reshaping her from within.

Today, yoga remains the anchor that grounds her through life’s ebbs and flows. Her classes mirror her personal journey on the mat, offering insights into how seemingly opposing elements can find balance. Off the mat, you’ll often find Cherlene with her nose buried in her latest read.

Yeo Quan Qi

Quan Qi embarked on his yoga journey in 2015, discovering solace and balance through Vinyasa practice in online videos. As yoga grew to be an integral part of his life, it became a sanctuary during overwhelming times.

Grateful for numerous mentors, Quan Qi particularly cherishes his learnings from Hee Boon, shaping his yoga practice since 2016. As a practicing pharmacist, Quan Qi integrates his anatomical knowledge to dissect poses, ensuring proper alignment for his students. He aims to fuse functional mobility training with traditional yoga, offering a contemporary approach to enrich the yoga experience.

Package & Pricing

Inclusive of:

• All accommodation and breakfast + 2 group dinners
• All yoga practices with both leading facilitators

Exclusive of:

• Flights
• Travel insurance
• Tourist visa, if necessary
• Sight-seeing expenses

*Participants may be advised to book single occupancy if they are unable to find a suitable roommate for double occupancy.

Recommended Flights

13 April 2027: SQ 620 (SIN 0820 – KIX 1610)
18 April 2027: SQ 621 (KIX 1725 – SIN 2255)

Terms and Conditions

• This event is open for registration to the public and PURE members.
• No refund or credit will be given for cancellations starting from 15 December 2026.
• Early Bird prices will end on 1 December 2026.
• All refunds are subject to a 10% processing fee that will be deducted from your refund.
• PURE bears no responsibility for any missed sessions. No refunds or makeup sessions will be provided.
• PURE reserves the right to modify the event schedule, content, or venue. Participants will be notified of any changes in a timely manner.
• If there is any discrepancy between the printed and web versions, the web version shall prevail.
• Non-Cash Refunds: Refunds will not be issued in cash under any circumstances.
• Third-Party Costs: PURE Singapore is not responsible for any third-party costs incurred by the client, including, but not limited to, air tickets, accommodation, insurance, visa application fees, public/private transport expenses, meals within Singapore or overseas. Any such purchases are made at the client’s discretion and are non-refundable by PURE.

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