Chamonix Retreats for Cancer Survivors
Join us for 5 days of wellness and connection, in the French Alps
Join us in Chamonix, France in 2026
Recharge, reconnect, and rebuild your strength on a five-day mountain getaway, designed especially for cancer survivors who have completed treatment. Run by two cancer exercise specialists, Sarah Newman (getmeback.uk) and Steph Lightfoot (cancercoach.me)
2026 Retreat Dates
18 – 22 June
17 – 21 September
What to Expect
Escape to a peaceful private chalet in Chamonix, tucked into the breathtaking French Alps. Over four nights, you’ll lean into nature, movement, coaching, and wellness — all while enjoying nourishing meals and meaningful connection.
Leading the retreat are exercise experts Sarah Newman (Get Me Back UK) and Steph Lightfoot (Cancer Coach.me), together with a caring team of professionals. You’ll also benefit from the culinary wisdom of Emma Lawrenson, nutritionally focused chef, to support your journey toward better fitness, balanced nutrition, and emotional recovery.
This intimate program is curated to help you reset your energy, restore inner balance, and build confidence. Importantly, you’ll be surrounded by fellow cancer survivors, making this a space for shared stories and mutual support. For full details, download our retreat brochure.
“The time to focus on myself while surrounded by people who just ‘got it’”
Retreat Details
Accommodation: 5 days / 4 nights at Chalet Tissières in Chamonix
Price:
Single-occupancy room: £2,000
Shared twin room: £1,650 per person
Included: All scheduled activities, workshops, and meals (from dinner on arrival Thursday to brunch on Monday), as well as soft drinks, snacks, and transport within Chamonix for planned activities
Not Included:
Flights to Geneva
Airport transfers (we can recommend reliable options)
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Alcohol (feel free to bring your own)
Extras outside the retreat’s core itinerary
“I’d recommend this retreat in a heartbeat to anyone who is just finishing or who has finished cancer treatment. ”
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“Sarah and Steph, you are two of the most inspiring people I’ve ever had the privilege to meet and the warmth, support and guidance you gave to the group was incredible. I’ll be forever thankful!”
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FAQs
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Almost definitely, yes! The retreat is aimed at all fitness levels and the activities will be adapted to the group. If you’re really not sure and would like to have a chat, please don’t hesitate to ask! Email hello@cancercoach.me or book a call.
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If you have medical sign off to attend then almost definitely yes! If you have stage 4 cancer and would like to join, we would love to have a chat with you first to understand if there are extra considerations we can make to help make your experience incredible.
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We take an initial deposit and final payment 2 months before the retreat. At the time of booking, please make sure you have travel insurance in case of any medical or other reason that you can’t travel. If it turns out that you can’t travel, your insurance should cover. We will also do our best to fill your place and if so, will be able to offer a part refund (less admin costs).
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Yes, asbolutely! You will be asked to fill in a detailed questionnaire before the retreat, including any food allergies, intolerences and strong likes / dislikes. The food is healthy, nutritious and designed to offer an optimum balance for cancer survivors.