La Tejana

Die Herzlichkeit der Gastgeber ist unübertrefflich.

De yogalessen waren intensief, goed geleid en weldadig voor mijn lichaam en geest. Het eten was fantastisch, alle traditionele Spaanse gerechten kwamen voorbij. Drie keer per dag goed verzorgd. Ook de excursie naar het strand was bijzonder, yoga aan het strand

Alles was goed aan deze retraite: goede yogalessen, goed eten

Jose and Vicky were utterly lovely. We shared their interesting eclectic home and were made feel so comfortable and welcome. Nothing was too much trouble. They drove us everywhere, cooked and looked after us as if we were their own family. The Yoga was a new experience for me and I was carrying an injury, which Vicky took into consideration every session. I loved it and will now continue yoga in Ireland. I loved the house, it was so intimate for our small group of 5 lifelong friends, lots of little nooks and crannies to hang out in. It even has hammocks!

Thank you Vicky, thank you José, it was just brilliant!! Lots of love Zita

Vicky and Jose provide unique experience in this retreat. They are both welcoming, kind and professional. Vicky's teaching is an inspiring Yoga Chakras with a mix of other interesting activities. Jose's cooking was exquisite daily hearthy organic cuisine. The rural house is located in a quiet hilly area, great for walking and relaxing. I highly recommend La Tejana, a home away from home!

This was a fantastic yoga retreat in a beautiful & peaceful place. Vicky & Jose were brilliant teachers, guides & hosts - they looked after my mother-in-law and me with so much care and attention - thank you very much! We enjoyed every minute (even though it rained more than expected!) and met lovely people & animals too!

The location is very remote which is such a treat to experience these areas which you otherwise wouldn’t know to visit. The way Vicky and Jose welcome and look after you is amazing. The different yoga styles were great to try out and the tranquil setting forces relaxation and down time too. Jose cooking with ingredients from the garden or around the island was incredible. Would absolutely recommend a visit if you get the chance

Beautiful location, small group, excellent food,value for money.

An interesting and enjoyable variety of yoga experiences with something different each day including meditation and a sound bath

Quality of the yoga and the friendliness of our hosts.

Each day was filled with soul nourishing yoga practices with Vicky and fabulous meals by Jose'. On top of that, each day included various outdoor activities locally to experience the real Gran Canarian Island. I also really enjoyed my time with my fellow fantastic yogis with whom I spent the retreat experience. Thank you and lots of love to all of you :)

This retreat was everything I was looking for: plenty of activities and varied, enough time off to relax and unwind. The yoga/meditation sessions were very informative and suited for all, the food was organic, different each day and best of all, the hosts Vicky and Jose are wonderful people who look after you and make you feel like home in their beautiful house.

Geheel super, locatie, gastheer en gastvrij heel behulpzaam en goed eten en professionele yoga. Mooie uitstapjes en locatie uitstekend.

La Tejana is a beautiful home with many areas to relax and enjoy the surrounding countryside. The yoga and meditation practices were interesting and different each day which I liked. The hiking trips and visits to other villages were great as we were always doing something different.

Tout🙏 l accueil, la nourriture la complicité de nos hôtes. Le yoga, les excursions, la taille du groupe l emplacement et Les installations.

Great balance of yoga and hikes, not overwhelming us with philosophy and tailored to each participant's needs: just what we were looking for!

Vicky and Jose immediately made my mum and I feel welcome and at ease. Everything was planned perfectly so that days were filled with delicious home cooked food, shared around the table with new friends, 2 yoga classes, trips to towns/hikes/beauty spots (and they even provided airport transfer) and time in the afternoons to chill in their beautiful garden. We could not have asked for more. The yoga was taught very clearly, with the right amount of meditation and we learnt more about the chakras. The food was such a highlight too. The extra care Vicky and Jose put into every detail- from Jose's knowledge about the wildlife and jokes, to Vicky's tour guide, taking photos for us and henna tattoo- they were perfect hosts. The trip gave us an immediate sense of calm and clarity, a reconnection with nature and ourselves! But also lots of laughs and interesting discussions. The location was stunning- with panoramic views of the mountains. Five stars and 10/10 book now haha!

Das Retreat im **La Tejana** im Januar 2025 war mein allererstes Yoga-Retreat – und ich hatte nur eine vage Vorstellung davon, was mich erwarten würde - und war durchweg positiv überrascht.

Was dieses Retreat so besonders gemacht hat:

• Herz & Seele des Retreats sind Vicky & José, die warmherzige, offene und rundum wunderbare Gastgeber sind und mir sofort das Gefühl gegeben haben, ich wäre bei Freunden zu Gast

• José hat uns jeden Tag mit seiner Küche begeistert. Ein leckeres Frühstück und zwei frische, vollwertige und köstliche Mahlzeiten – für all die Mühe und Liebe, die er ins Kochen gesteckt hat: ein riesiges Dankeschön!

- Die Yoga-Stunden mit Vicky waren wunderbar. Sie waren perfekt auf das Retreat abgestimmt, sorgfältig durchdacht und für mich persönlich sehr inspirierend. Ich konnte viel für meine eigene Praxis mitnehmen und habe jede Minute genossen.

Besonders geschätzt - neben der Gesellschaft von sehr netten Menschen - habe ich, dass einfach alles für uns organisiert war. Ich musste mich wirklich um nichts kümmern und konnte so wunderbar entspannen und bin mit einem klaren Geist und vollem Herzen zurückgekehrt.

Tausend Dank an euch beide für diese unvergessliche Erfahrung!

I had the most wonderful time! The location is beautiful, rural and so peaceful, perfect for disconnecting and recharging. Vicky and Jose were incredibly kind and welcoming, making sure everything was just right throughout my stay. The yoga sessions were fantastic—calming, grounding, and exactly what I needed. The food was absolutely delicious. The retreat was made even more special by the adorable dog, Noa, and the cat, Fiona, who added so much charm and warmth to the place. If you're looking for a calm, down-to-earth escape to focus on your well-being, I can’t recommend this retreat enough!

Thank you Vicky and Jose 🙏🏽

Everything was perfect, beautiful, loving and nice; the location, the fantastic yoga classes, the people, the food, the weather and just everything.

Ich habe mit 5 anderen Menschen, die sich nicht gekannt hatten und aus verschiedenen Ländern kamen, eine unvergesslich schöne Woche erlebt. Die Yogastunden von Vicky waren höchst professionell, sehr abwechslungsreich und voller Energie, jedes Mal ein außergewöhnliches Erlebnis. Außergewöhnliche Erlebnisse gab es auch bei den tollen und lehrreichen Wanderungen, die uns Jose mit viel Hingabe humorvoll beschert hat. Das Essen: ein Traum: Jose könnte ein Kochbuch schreiben. Das Haus: liebevoll eingerichtet, ich habe mich sehr wohl gefühlt und ohne! Ohrstopfen sehr gut geschlafen. Der Garten: sehr erholsam, genügend Platz um sich zurückzuziehen.

Danke Vicky und Jose, Ihr macht das sehr gut und eure positive Energie ist ansteckend.

De yoga is echt heerlijk maar ook de wandelingen zijn super leuk! Het is echt feest om bij deze mensen te verblijven. Zo hartelijk, liefdevol je voelt je gelijk thuis.

From the point of booking the communication was excellent. Vicky and Jose welcomed me into their home with warmth and generosity. The accommodation was comfortable, clean and homely.

The yoga was amazing under Vicky’s guidance.

The activities were great - hiking, visiting Teror, Arucas, Las Palmas. Both Vicky and Jose were very knowledgable and generous with their time.

The food was delicious, wholesome and abundant.

Of course I must mention the gorgeous Noa and Fiona, the resident dog and cat, who added that extra layer of of family warmth.

This retreat far exceeded my expectations and comes highly recommended.

Ha sido una experiencia inolvidable.

Llegué desde Madrid cansada, con mucho estrés y he vuelto nueva! Me habría quedado unos días más...

Las clases de yoga con Vicky, la comida casera de Jose, los paseos por la naturaleza, las lecturas en el porche, el domingo de mercadillo en Teror...

Cariñosos, amables, divertidos... Se han convertido en dos de mis personas favoritas! Volveré seguro porque merece mucho la pena.

Namaste amigos ❤️

I enjoyed the whole experience and all aspects of the well run retreat by the lovely hosts, Vicky and Jose 😊

The Yoga lessons, the walks / hiking, the home cooked food, the accommodation.

Great reset for mind and body and highly recommended.

If you are looking for more than just a yoga retreat, for a way to practice sustainable tourism, consume local products, know places off the beaten track and learn plenty about Gran Canaria, this is the right place. I loved every single second here. The amazing hatha yoga practice with Vicky, the delicious food cooked by Jose with love and dedication, the walks to know the nature and villages nearby. Everything was so thought-through, with the right balance of relaxation and activities. La Tejana is a wonderful, welcoming place where you can find peace, wonder at the surrounding nature, swim in the pool while enjoying the most wonderful view or at the sea after the beach yoga session and also during the visit at Las Palmas. Plus, I met the most wonderful people while staying here, including Vicky and Jose, and I will definitely go back at some point. Thank you 🫶🏻

The hosts are wonderful, Vicky and Jose made me feel so welcome, they are friendly, open and I had a week with wholesome tasty food, great yoga clases and practice, and enjoyed nature.

Jose is such a great cook, the food was amazing, healthy and fresh.

I had a wonderful time.

La acogida cálida y amistosa - el alojamiento preparado con esmero - el entorno encantador - la comida sana y variada - la excelencia didáctica y la preparación profesional de Vicky, la monitora de yoga - la amabilidad y atención de José, el gestor - las personas encantadoras que conocí en el retiro, con que compartí una semana perfecta e inmejorable!

El ambiente familiar con el que nos acogieron Vicky y Jose. El retiro combina clases de yoga (excelentes y adaptada a todos los participantes), actividades de naturaleza (muy bonitas) y tiempo de paz y tranquilidad que ayuda a descansar.

Everything was perfect, beyond what I could have expected.

The place is super beautiful, cosy and welcoming. Vicky's yoga was excellent, including all the parts of yoga, beyond postures only. José's meals were delicious and I was happy to eat with joy :) His cooking were all home made and with local products. Vicky and José are a super nice couple, they made us feel confortable and treated us like VIP guests.

I would love to come back again one day!

I was deciding between this retreat and one in a city, and I 100% made the right choice. The fact Vicky and Jose share their home with the group for the retreat is very special. The group is small and my group was international which was enriching. all parts of the program (yoga, hiking, beach visit, food) is carefully thought out. For me, it gave the perfect amount of structured and guided time and free time. The gardens of the house and the pool provide the perfect place for free time. The yoga was varied, uncomplicated but still challenging. The food was incredibly tasty, healthy and many of the ingredients sourced directly from the garden. I was worried the location was a bit isolated, but with transport provided for all the activities provided, I never felt this at all. I had an amazing time and would recommend this retreat to anyone without hesitation. Thank you Vicky & Jose!

This retreat truly exceeded my expectations. It is ideal for people who’s looking for a more intimate and varied experience to not only practise yoga but also enjoy the wonderful natural surroundings of the house and the island. It was a group of 5 of us coming from different places and it was very enriching to meet these people.

With a good balance of yoga and excursions it’s been a truly enjoyable and wholesome experience that made me feel completely relaxed and energised. Vicky and Jose are welcoming, kind and warm. I thoroughly enjoyed Vicky’s teaching approach to yoga as it was not just about the poses but it included a meaningful explanation of chakras and mediation practices. The sound bath and yoga dance were the highlights for me. It was truly special and Vicky made sure that we had a meaningful yoga experience. Jose has been an amazing guide to all our excursions sharing his great knowledge and interesting insights about the locations and plants. Plus Jose cooked wonderful tasty meals with fresh veggies and fruits from the garden! We had lots of laughs around the table at dinner.

I highly recommend this retreat to everyone who wants to completely recharge, reconnect with nature and enjoying the positive energy that this place offers.

A lovely stay at La Tejana. Vicky's yoga was excellent and varied, covering far more than just the poses. José's food could not have been better - it has made it very difficult to return home! The location is lovely, surrounded by birdsong & beautiful landscapes. Thanks to José and Vicky (& Noa/Fiona) for being so welcoming. I thoroughly recommend this retreat for a truly special experience.

Qualité du séjour, très bon yoga, diversité des activités, très bonne nourriture et très grande gentillesse des hôtes

Vicky and Jose are the perfect hosts. Their yoga retreat is simply wonderful! I totally relaxed during my time with them. The yoga was relaxing and the sessions were also very informative. A really good mix of yoga, different activities and total relaxation. Jose’s cooking is wholesome and so tasty.

I will definitely return!!

Loved the house, the welcome, the atmosphere was lovely. Everything was planned for the days. Having the dog and cat made it feel like home from home. Jose was a brilliant cook, they went to extra special lengths to get me a birthday cake for my birthday which was lovely, we were even allowed some wine.

Hikes around the area were lovely.

Me encantó este retiro, me relaje y disfruté mucho :) me sentí como en casa y fueron las vacaciones que necesitaba! La Tejana es un lugar hermoso, rodeado de mucha naturaleza que transmite paz y tranquilidad. Vicky y José se encargan de que todo sea perfecto. Desde la recogida en el aeropuerto puntual y organizada, hasta las clases de yoga y las excursiones. La comida me encantó! El menú es variado y saludable, buenas porciones y también lo ajustan a necesidades especiales si eres vegetariano.

Gracias José y Vicky por su atención, hospitalidad y buena energía.

Un abrazo!

Vicky and Jose provide an excellent yoga retreat experience. Vicky ensured the morning and afternoon yoga sessions is for all levels. Vicky and Jose are a great team who are very welcoming. Their warm and caring personalities made it feel like home at the beautiful country side LaTajana.

The 5 day experience considered of professional yoga and other varied activities for the group, peppered with Jose's extensive knowledge of Gran Canaria history and plants. We laughed a lot from the fun conversations around the dining table and the heathy and tasty food produced by Jose.

I plan to return within the year, as begin there was good for my soul. I came away relaxed, happy and centered.

Thank you Vicky and Jose.

At the start, I was quite apprehensive and even thought of checking in to an all inclusive hotel and do nothing! But with each day at La Tejana I was getting to love it all: the yoga classes by Vicky were absolutely amazing, the food (OMG!) cooked by Jose to die for, the activities quite surprising at times (the cave haha), the surrounding picturesque views. Most of all, it's the atmosphere and the good energy of our incredible group of yogis, thank you folks! ❤️

Overall, an unforgettable excellent experience that provided me with some insights about yoga, people and myself...

Thank you Both Vicky and Jose for this amazing experience! 😊❤️ 🙏

From the moment you step through the door of La Tejana, you are welcomed into a beautiful home and made to feel like part of a family. The house, gardens, studio and location are all beautiful and every morning you will wake up to the sound of birds and the sight of trees.

Each class is well thought through, with a mixture of some total relaxation classes and some challenging ones, covering a breadth of different yoga styles. I particularly loved the sound bath- an absolute treat!

The food prepared by Jose is absolutely delicious and was a definite highlight of the trip! Meals were well balanced, nutritious and full of lovely fresh ingredients from the garden and surrounding area. You will feel nourished in both body and soul.

Sharing the retreat with 5 other people was also a lovely experience and it was a real privilege to spend time with such great people from across the world. There were a lot of laughs and by the end of the trip, we were a close group. Compared to other retreats where you might end up with 20 other people, the smallness of La Tejana made for a warm, welcoming experience shared with like-minded people and one which I will not forget.

If you are looking for a calm, restful and reflective trip in a lush, beautiful location, hosted by two brilliant people, this is the retreat for you. Thank you Vicky and Jose for your wonderful hospitality!

Beautiful retreat in a small group, located in a green and rural mountain area. Vicky and Jose are wonderful hosts who make sure you will feel at home and relax. The place that they have created and the community they live in surely comes very close to paradise. Every day we eat fruit and vegetables from the garden (or from the neighbors). We had lovely daily yoga sessions and various hikes in the area. I loved that we also visited a local market, the beach and Las Palmas.

Such a special experience! Vicky and José are so kind and make you feel welcome in their home. It’s also a perfect balance between yoga and leisure activities. One of the highlights was the cave hike. 10/10 :)

Beautiful property and garden, so much better than the photos. Vicky and Jose were so lovely and so welcoming. The whole week was very thoughtfully put together. Allowing time for relaxing, walking, swimming and visiting other towns on Gran Canaria between yoga sessions. A brilliant and varied yoga programme from Vicky who was very passionate about yoga, including restorative yoga, meditation, yoga nidra and a sound bath. Fabulous food cooked by Jose with food from their garden or local ingredients. Totally delicious. If you want a yoga holiday with a family feel this is for you.

I liked every single moment of this yoga retreat. The hosts, José and Vicky are incredible persons, very friendly and fun. The place is beautiful, the meals cooked by José wonderful. The yoga, the hikes, the trips together, everything was perfect.

I definable recomend!

Vicky’s an amazing and knowledgeable yoga teacher, the activities were varied and well thought through; the house, location, food lovingly prepared by Jose and atmosphere out of this world!

I feel so grateful for this experience, thank you Vicky and Jose! I hope to return one day, you give some much of your time and energy to make this a special place; I will cherish the memories and teachings forever

Vicky's yoga classes are really great. She makes you discover a variety of of yoga styles.

Warm welcome and well thought out program for the week.

Vicky included chakra work as well as asana poses and this gave some deeper understanding of yoga.

Jose was a joy to be around and was very accommodating.

Everything was perfect, the ideal place to relax and unwind. The food was delicious. José and Vicky are very thoughtful people and make you feel at home. I can only recommend this retreat. I really had an amazing time with them.

Buscaba desconectar y encontré este retiro por casualidad. El lugar es increíble y los anfitriones maravillosos. Gracias a Vicky y a José por esta experiencia inolvidable.

Absolument tout était merveilleux.

I had a wonderful time on my retreat with Vicky and Jose, they create a real sense of family as we ate all our meals together, and they really care! Vickys yoga sessions were organised well as we covered a chakra each day and was informative on the background of yoga. Jose cooked a delicious range of food and shared lots of great knowledge on the nature of gran canaria during our treks. The facilities are clean, and there's lots of space for relaxing. I highly recommend this retreat for anyone who wants to have a peaceful zen nature filled week.

Es mi primera vez con el Yoga y no puedo estar más feliz con mi iniciación. Vicky es excelente en todos los aspectos. Te contagia con su calma, su voz y su forma de expresarse. Conoce y explica a la perfección todos los detalles en diversos tipos de Yoga. Es ordenada y mantiene totalmente el control de la sesión. Hace que resulte sencillo y divertido y se toma todo el tiempo del mundo en cada práctica, sin escatimar tiempo ni esfuerzo.

Jose es un anfitrión de primera. Excelente cocinero y compañero de ruta, súper alegre, amable y agradable a cualquier hora del día. Se esfuerza constantemente en que estés agusto. También aporta un montón de información sobre la isla, su entorno y su Historia.

Además, ambos nos transmitieron un montón de conocimientos que cambiaron y ampliaron mi visión sobre la vida y mi actitud para afrontarla.

La sensación en este lugar es de estar totalmente en familia. Se respira paz y amor en cada esquina. Y por supuesto también están Noa y Fiona. Vuelvo a casa con cuatro nuevos amigos.

Dentro de la casa todo está impoluto.

Hay huerto, gallinas, plantas, piscina y guitarra.

Un 10 :)

Ne ratez pas cette chance de passer une semaine avec Vicky et José.

Leur maison est située dans un endroit qui instantanément relaxe et rempli d'énergie. Vicky et José m'ont fait me sentir à l'aise des le début. La nourriture préparée par José est très bonne, il a même préparé spécialement un plat que j'aimais suite à une discussion. Les cours de Vicky sont variés et très enrichissants. J'ai découvert de nouvelles choses et ai pu approfondir ma pratique. Le studio de yoga est ouvert sur la nature ce qui rend les cours encore plus agréables. Les balades proposées par José sont régénératrices et il nous apprend plein de choses sur la région et la magnifique nature environnante. Le programme est très bien pensé et est un parfait équilibre entre activités et temps pour soi avec le yoga comme fil conducteur matin et soir. Vicky et José apportent beaucoup d'attention au moindre détail pour que tout se passe au mieux. Un tout grand merci, vous avez placé la barre très haut pour ma première retraite de yoga!!

Accueil et organisation parfaits ! Un endroit magnifique et ressourçant, un couple attentionné et très compétent ! Vacances relaxantes et enrichissantes en même temps...

Vicky and José are extremely friendly and caring hostesses! The yoga classes by Vicky are a variety of different asanas and nicely explained, held in a beautiful and bright room in a paradise garden.

The fantastic home made food by José is healthy and a lot of fun!

I felt full of energy and refreshed after my stay.

I definitely plan to go back to visit again.

Thanks Vicky and Jose for opening your home to us. I had a great retreat experience. Well balanced yoga and daily activities. Vicky is a good yoga teacher guiding you into poses and relaxation. Jose's culinary skills and local walking activity are not to be missed. We were a small group and the community spirit was really good. Vicky's and Jose's fun and humour really helped everyone get along well.

Todo del viaje era buena. Voy a ir lodos los años de mi vida. La comida, el sitio, las hiking la yoga todo general. Mas la gente tambien

La maison se trouve dans un cadre de verdure magnifique, au calme, et le jardin est très agréable. Idem pour le studio de yoga. L’accueil est absolument chaleureux, généreux, convivial, à tous les niveaux ! La taille des groupes, limitée à 6 ou 7 personnes est idéale.

Très bel accueil dans un cadre magnifique. Vicky, José et Helena sont très chaleureux, accueillants et à l'écoute de leurs clients. Yoga, repos, visites et ballades. Tout pour de belles vacances. Sans oublier les bons repas et la bonne compagnie.

Merci pour ce beau moment

Sophie

All people of La Tejana were very welcoming and very friendly. Jose is an excellent cook. Vicky and Jose invited to be part of the family and share their way of life but let you every freedom to do what you want.

The yoga lessions were very relaxing and I learnt many new things like Yoga dance and Yoga Nidra.

The house is in the middle of a green area and so you can relax and forget your everyday life.

Very good was the combination of Yoga and excursions like visiting interesting neerby towns or walking tours. So it never got boring.

And La Tejana is also a great place to meet nice people and practice your Spanish if you want to.

Desde que llegas te hacen sentir parte de la familia. Todo es fácil allí. Te van a buscar al aeropuerto, te llevan a conocer la isla, te dan muy bien de comer. Siempre tienen té, café, galletitas y fruta por si te apetece y obviamente un yoga muy bien dirigido y adaptado al grupo. Me gustó la casa, la tranquilidad, la hospitalidad, el buenrollismo, que me concedieran algún caprichito que otro, las risas, el respeto mutuo, el silencio, la piscina, Noa, calidad -precio, que se nota que lo hacen con amor, que nadie te juzga...el amor que se tienen mutuo..todo

The lodgings are with Vicky and José in their own house. Everyone eats with them and they really make you feel like one of their personal friends. Vicky speaks excellent English. The food was delicious, including vegetable tempura, a sea-food rice and home´made bread. The lodgings are not luxurious, but spotlessly clean and with many cosy corners both inside and out, to find a sofa or bench and read. They provide lots of interesting yoga books in Spanish and English. Vicky is a calm teacher and the classes seemed to fly by, but they were challenging enough, professional and varied. So were are the other excursions as Saulo is an excellent guide who knows the flora and fauna, and I really enjoyed the hikes, the visits to local villages and the museum of the island's history (which I thought I'd find boring, but it was fascinating). But for me the best was the relaxed atmosphere with yoga twice a day and lots of activities yet plenty of time programmed in to rest and chat with the other guests.We had a lot of good laughs. A perfect de-stress. I wish I could have stayed longer.

J'a apprécié le fait que ce soit ouvert toute l'année, et pas juste à des dates bien précises. Je cherchais à passer des vacances sans être seule. Combiner yoga à un niveau débutant et tourisme était juste parfait pour moi. L'ambiance était très sympa, et j'ai appris beaucoup avec le yoga. On se sentait en famille.

Le professionnalisme et la gentillesse de Vicky pour le yoga et la decouverte formidable de l'ile grace à Saulo.