Frequently Asked Questions.

WIP (A Walk in the Park) is a non-profit wellness association in Maspalomas, Gran Canaria. We offer free yoga every Sunday in Parque del Sur, indoor classes at the WIP Meditation Center (Easy Yoga, Himalayan Yoga, Sound Bath, Mindfulness), monthly silent retreats, and an annual festival. Just check the calendar and come — everyone is welcome.

No registration is required for the Sunday park session. For indoor classes at the Center, we recommend reserving a seat through the WIP Care app — capacity is limited and reservations help us plan.

Instructors guide in both Spanish and English, often switching mid-class. The body knows the practice even when language doesn't. Bilingual instructions are the WIP norm.

Absolutely. WIP is designed for everyone — beginners, seniors, kids, parents, athletes. Instructors adapt every session to whoever is in the room. You can come with zero experience and leave with a practice.

Yes. Children are welcome at Sunday park sessions, and Family Yoga groups are forming at the Center. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.

Yes, with a few precautions. Please speak to the instructor before class so they can adapt the practice for you. Sound Bath, Mindfulness, and Easy Yoga are all generally safe during pregnancy. Consult your doctor first if you have any specific medical concerns.

WIP runs sessions all year round, with one exception — we typically pause in August because of the heat. Outside of that, we're here every Sunday and most weekdays at the Center.

Yes. Selected sessions are livestreamed and recorded through the WIP Care app, so you can join from anywhere. Sound baths and the major festival sessions are typically streamed.

Sunday in the park is always free, no registration, no signup. Indoor classes at the Center are €10–€20 drop-in (with reduced rates for Socios). Retreats and the MBW mindfulness program have their own tuition.

Sundays in the park: 10:00 am at Parque del Sur. Easy Yoga: Monday & Wednesday mornings (08:45–09:45). Himalayan Yoga: Tuesday & Thursday evenings. Sound Bath: Thursday evenings. Mindfulness MBW Program: Fridays 18:00–20:30 (9-week program). Check the WIP Care app for the live calendar.

Easy Yoga: €10 socios · €13 non-socios. Himalayan Yoga: €15 socios · €19 non-socios. Sound Bath: €10 socios · €20 non-socios. The 9-week MBW Mindfulness program is €359 socios · €395 non-socios. Class packs are also available — see the practice page or the app.

A Socio is a member of the WIP association — annual membership is €21. Socios get reduced rates on every class, priority access to retreats and the festival, and they get to vote in the general assembly. The membership pays for itself in just a few classes.

Comfortable clothes, a yoga mat or towel, and water. For outdoor Sundays, add sun protection. For Sound Bath, you can bring a blanket and a pillow if you'd like extra comfort. We sometimes have spare mats available for park sessions.

Mats are available at the Center for occasional use, and we keep blocks, bolsters and blankets for class. For Sunday park sessions, please bring your own when possible.

Drop-in is welcome for every class. We also offer multi-class packs (4 or 8 classes) at a reduced rate. No subscription, no lock-in — pay as you go.

MBW — Mindfulness for Your Wellbeing — is a 9-week accredited mindfulness course led by Laveena Lifecoach at the WIP Center. Fridays 18:00–20:30, 22.5 hours total. Accredited by the Mindfulness Canarias Compassion Academy. Designed for total beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

A silent retreat is a full day of silence, meditation, mindful movement, breathwork and sáttvic meals. We run them monthly. The formats include One-Day Silence retreats, Vipassana days, and Mauna days — all guided by senior teachers. Most useful for anyone wanting to step out of the noise for a day.

Monthly Saturday seminars led by Yogini Lilapriya — deeper study of philosophy, the eight limbs, mantra, and contemplative traditions. Designed for committed students who want to go beyond a weekly class.

One-to-one Ayurveda consultations with Yogini Lilapriya — dosha assessment, personalised nutrition, daily routine (dinacharya), and preventive health. First consultation: €75 (Socios) / +20% non-Socios. Follow-up: €55 (Socios). Booked via WhatsApp or the WIP Care app.

A private one-to-one tea ceremony with Yogini Lilapriya at the Center. A quiet ritual — tea, presence, listening. No experience needed, no schedule — sessions are arranged individually via WhatsApp.

The II International Yoga & Mindfulness Festival Maspalomas 2027 is being prepared right now. It expands to three full days (Friday to Sunday) in April 2027. Dates are being finalised with the Ayuntamiento de San Bartolomé de Tirajana. Follow @wip.care on Instagram for the announcement.

The first edition took place on April 26, 2026 at the Amphitheatre of Parque del Sur. Exactly 1,008 practitioners gathered for five hours of guided practice — two traditions on one stage, the Siddha lineage of Mahant Ramanatha and the modern mindfulness of Javier Villaescusa, with live sacred music and three OMs at the close.

Yes — there are three ways to be part of the 2027 edition: as a Volunteer (logistics, hospitality, kitchen), as a Sponsor (brand partnership), or as a Collaborator (teach a workshop, host a circle, co-create a stage). Apply through our Contact form.

The Solidarity Kitchen is WIP's catering project — high-quality vegan and satvic / Ayurvedic catering for festivals, retreats, weddings, corporate events and gala dinners. 100% of profits go towards feeding homeless people and those living in vulnerability. To book a catering quote or volunteer, contact us at lillyrikhter@gmail.com or +34 671 119 222.

Annual membership is €21 per year. You can sign up via the WIP Care app or by messaging us directly. Membership lasts a full calendar year from the date of joining.

Reduced rates on every class (typically €3–€10 less per session, so membership pays for itself in 2–4 classes), priority access to retreats and the festival, the right to vote in the general assembly, and the warm feeling of supporting the mission.

Two ways: instantly online via Stripe (card / Apple Pay / Google Pay, one-time or monthly), or by SEPA bank transfer for larger amounts. Full details on the Donate page. Donations are voluntary, non-refundable, and 100% reinvested in the mission.

Donations to WIP may qualify for tax deductions in Spain (including the Canary Islands), subject to current regulations. Keep your donation receipt for your annual tax declaration. Speak to your accountant for your specific case.

We always welcome volunteers — for the festival, the Solidarity Kitchen, weekly classes, retreats, and admin. No experience needed; what matters is your time and your heart. Reach out via the Contact page or WhatsApp.

Yes. We work with local and international sponsors across the festival, the retreats, and the Center. Brand visibility on the largest wellness gathering in Gran Canaria, with tiered packages from local to headline. Email support@wip.care for the sponsor deck.

C.C. Eurocenter, Avenida de Moya 6, Floor 4, Office 43/61, 35100 Maspalomas, Las Palmas. The building has elevators, and the office is on the fourth floor.

Parque del Sur is in San Fernando, Maspalomas. We meet near the amphitheatre on the grass. Park nearby, follow the sound of music and breath. Sundays at 10:00 am.

All bookings happen through the WIP Care app — calendar, classes, retreats, the festival. Download it at download.wip.care (iOS and Android), or open the web version at app.wip.care. Free bookings don't require payment; paid classes can be paid in-app.

Yes — the C.C. Eurocenter has a public car park, and there is on-street parking nearby. Parque del Sur also has public parking around the amphitheatre.

Sunday in the park is rain-or-shine in spirit — but if the weather is genuinely dangerous (wind / heavy rain), we cancel and announce it on Instagram @wip.care and through the WIP Care app a few hours in advance.

The C.C. Eurocenter has elevators and accessible entrances. Inside the Center itself, all practice spaces are step-free. Please message us before your first visit so we can prepare a smooth arrival.

We work with certified trainers, monks, therapists, and wellness practitioners who share WIP's values of inclusivity, community, and service. Every regular teacher has a verified background in their discipline, and many have trained directly under recognised masters.

We welcome partnerships with local businesses, wellness providers, sponsors, and cultural initiatives. We work with the Ayuntamiento de San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Kalise, Bodhi Production, CyberAcademy, Nero Puro and others. Get in touch via the Contact page or email support@wip.care.