Hello, I’m Dora My unusual life path has allowed me to turn yoga into a true art of living and learning. As a child, I grew up outside of the school system... then, I discovered yoga through a book that gave me the motivation to learn and the inner strength to move forward. Later, as a high-level athlete and graduate in physical education, I founded the association Cheval-ET with Sergeï Poljinsky. Today, my method combines yoga, relaxation, and memorization to make learning easier, release tension, and help everyone develop their full potential.
My name is Sergeï. In 1971, I had the privilege of joining Salvador Dalí’s Master Class in Paris, selected among a thousand candidates. Guided by the master himself, I learned to work with light, shadows, and composition. My regular stays in Figueras to perfect my art alongside Dalí deeply shaped my youth and continue to inspire my work today. Dalí used to say that every artist should have their own museum. Following his example, I founded my own museum in the Loiret, where I now offer Master Classes based on the Salvador Dalí Protocol — a method that stimulates imagination, develops dreamlike abilities, and gives everyone the tools to build their own creative process.
Located just 90 km south of Paris, Dora and Sergeï invite you to an exclusive art and yoga retreat, blending language immersion and creative exploration across two complementary sites:
👉 Sergeï’s Museum at Saint-Hilaire-les-Andrésis: A lush two-hectare estate with artist studios, animal areas (horses, goats, chickens, birds), art exhibits, and creative workshops.
👉 Espace gîte at Ervauville: The heart of the residence, featuring dedicated yoga and reading rooms, a spacious studio, library, and a tranquil enclosed garden perfect for relaxation.
The Espace Gîte offers 5 single rooms with 2 shared bathrooms, in a warm and bright setting. You’ll share friendly, home-cooked meals, discover the enclosed garden, and enjoy common areas to relax.
Nearby, the museum offers workshops and art exhibitions. It’s the perfect place to combine comfort, culture, and French immersion. The region, rich in history and culture, invites exploration: medieval villages, castles, green landscapes, and proximity to Fontainebleau and Barbizon, both iconic places of art and inspiration.
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Upon your arrival at Dora and Sergeï’s home, settle into your comfortable room and take the time to relax in this warm guesthouse in the Centre-Val de Loire region.
In the afternoon, enjoy a one-hour yoga session with Dora to unwind after your trip and prepare for an immersive week ahead. The day ends with a friendly dinner — a perfect moment to get to know the group and share your first impressions.
Start the day with a friendly breakfast to gather energy before your activities. Join Dora for a one-hour yoga session, perfect for awakening your body and mind.
Then, enjoy a light and warm lunch — a great opportunity to connect with other participants.
In the afternoon, dive into creativity with Sergeï during a two-hour art workshop, where you’ll explore different techniques and local inspirations.
End the day with a second one-hour yoga session with Dora to relax and release any tension. The day concludes with a convivial dinner — a special moment to share your experiences and impressions.
Begin with breakfast; yoga with Dora; artistic creativity with Sergeï in afternoon sessions; evening group dinner.
French breakfast, morning yoga, creative afternoon with Sergeï, evening yoga, and shared dinner.
Breakfast, yoga, creative art workshop, end-of-day yoga and dinner.
Breakfast, final yoga session, and fond farewells—leaving with renewed energy and unique creative memories.
Two complementary approaches shape your experience:
Focuses on theta brainwaves for enhanced deep relaxation, unconscious learning, and liberating tension. Practice includes:
Art workshops passed down directly from Dalí, stimulating imagination, dreamlike capacities, and personal creative language through:
Combining yoga, deep relaxation and creative art, each day alternates yoga sessions, painting workshops, relaxation and friendly group exchanges. This immersive art and wellness retreat in French offers a transformative experience for body, mind and imagination.
To learn more about our offer, book a call with one of our friendly advisors.