Lift mind, body and spirit with yoga sessions in Crete

Looking for a holiday that will leave you feeling calm, flexible and fit? Then take advantage of the free yoga classes that Aldemar Hotels & Spa are offering guests in July and head over to the beautiful island of Crete.

The complimentary yoga classes are aimed at all levels and will take place at the 5* Aldemar Royal Mare. There will be two 90 minute sessions per day with the morning session designed for preparing body and spirit for the day ahead and the evening session specifically focused on relaxation and stretching as guests wind down from the day's activities.

This is the second summer season that Aldemar Hotels & Spa has offered free Yoga classes and they are a great option for both beginners and advanced Yogis. The classes are open to all Aldemar guests staying at any of their four properties in Crete, and will take place at the Royal Mare under the expert tuition of Bernadette Langer, a professional Jivamukti teacher.

The Yoga Summer programme takes place from 11 - 31 July 2011. The group sessions are free to guests however private classes are also available for those that would rather workout on their own. Prices for the private classes are €69 for a 60 minute session or €90 for a 90 minute session. Guests should bring their own yoga mats, although beginners will be able to borrow a mat if they don't have their own.

Aldemar Hotels (aldemarhotels.com) offer a choice of four luxury hotels in Anissaras, on the outskirts of Hersonissos - the 5* Royal Mare, the 5* Knossos Royal, the 5* Royal Villas and the 4* all-inclusive Cretan Village. All offer excellent accommodation and facilities, as well as access to the award-winning Royal Mare Thalasso Spa (one of the top ten thalasso spas in the world), the Aldemar Tennis Club open from April until October and the brand new Aldemar Golf Academy.

Classic Collection Holidays (classic-collection.co.uk) offers 7 nights at the Aldemar Royal Mare, Crete from £914 per person. Price based on 2 adults sharing a garden view room on a half board basis and includes return flights from London Gatwick to Heraklion and private transfers. Departs 11 July. Book before 31 March 2012 to enjoy savings of up to £168 per couple per week.