The Art of Presence Retreat with Pascal Auclair | 5 Nights
THE ART OF PRESENCE RETREAT
A Mindfulness & Buddhist Wisdom Retreat with Pascal Auclair
May 30 – June 4, 2026 | Villa La Tosca, France
This spring, join renowned Canadian meditation teacher Pascal Auclair for a 5-night retreat dedicated to mindfulness, presence, and inner clarity.
Held at the peaceful seafront setting of Villa La Tosca in southwest France, this retreat is an invitation to step out of the noise of daily life and return to yourself through meditation, silence, beauty, and compassionate awareness.
Guided by Pascal’s grounded and accessible teaching, you will be supported in deepening your meditation practice, reconnecting with your inner life, and cultivating a more spacious, intuitive, and conscious way of being.
Surrounded by pine trees, sea air, and stillness, Villa La Tosca offers the ideal environment to slow down, listen inwardly, and be fully nourished by both practice and place.
A RETREAT TO SLOW DOWN, RECONNECT & DEEPEN...
Through daily teachings and guided meditations, Pascal will lead you into an experiential exploration of mindfulness and Buddhist wisdom, not as abstract concepts, but as living practices that can help free the heart, steady the mind, and open new perspectives.
This retreat is designed to support both depth and gentleness. Alongside the structured programme, there will be generous space to rest, walk along the beach, journal, enjoy the sauna or ice bath, or simply sit in silence and let the teachings settle.
Meals will be fresh, seasonal, and nourishing, moments of simple pleasure and connection throughout the stay. Breakfast will be shared in silence, allowing each day to begin with greater awareness and presence.
As the retreat unfolds, the rhythm gently guides you inward, culminating in a full day of silence, offering the opportunity to deepen your inner listening and self-awareness in a profound and supportive way.
WHAT THE RETREAT INCLUDES
Over the course of five nights, you will experience a carefully held retreat rhythm designed to support meditation, rest, reflection, and integration.
During the retreat, you will enjoy:
- Daily guided meditations
- Teachings with Pascal Auclair
- Dharma talks and reflective sessions
- Time for rest, contemplation, and integration
- A full day of noble silence
- Fresh seasonal meals prepared on site
- Access to the natural beauty and wellness spaces of Villa La Tosca
Sample Daily Schedule:
7:30 – Morning Meditation
8:00 – Silent Breakfast
Free Time
10:30 – Morning Workshop / Dharma Talk
13:00 – Lunch
Free Time
16:30 – Afternoon Session
19:00 – Dinner & Free Time
21:00 – Sunset Guided Meditation
Detailed Program Overview:
May 30
15:00 – Arrival & Check-in
16:00 – Welcome Orientation & Drink
17:00 – Opening Circle & First Teaching
19:30 – Dinner
21:00 – Sunset Meditation
May 31 – June 2
Daily rhythm as described above, blending teachings, practice, and integration time.
June 3 — Silent Day
A full day dedicated to noble silence.
8:00 – Silent Breakfast following morning meditation & guidance
Sessions continue as usual, with the evening including a sharing circle to reflect on the experience.
June 4
Final morning practice & teachings
10:00 – Farewell Circle
11:30 – Closing Brunch
12:30 – Departure
WHO IS THIS RETREAT FOR?
This retreat is open to anyone wishing to deepen their meditation practice in a nurturing and structured environment. Whether you are looking to renew your practice, reconnect with yourself, or simply spend a few days in a more conscious and supportive rhythm, this retreat offers a rare opportunity to do so in a truly beautiful setting.
Pascal’s approach is progressive, accessible, and respectful of each person’s pace, making the retreat welcoming both for those with experience and for those who are just starting and wishing to deepen their foundations.
YOUR STAY AT VILLA LA TOSCA
Nestled by the sea on Arcachon Bay, Villa La Tosca is a retreat place where nature, elegance, and stillness come together. Between pine trees, sand, sea, and sky, the villa offers a deeply restorative setting for practice and renewal.
During your stay, you will have access to:
- Beautiful rooms and peaceful common spaces
- The gardens and seafront surroundings
- Sauna and ice bath
- Beach access
- Pool and quiet places to rest
- Optional holistic treatments and massages available à la carte
Places are intentionally limited to preserve the intimacy of the group and the quality of the experience.
