Afghan walking and mindfulness retreat in the Normandy forest
Several dates available
From may 24th to 25th, 2025
From june 14th to 15th, 2025
From july 19th to 20th, 2025
From september 13th to 14th, 2025
Regenerate by the blowing and the walk : Week-end Afghan's hike in the forest of Lyon
We invite you to take a moment to recharge your batteries and take care of yourself in a peaceful setting surrounded by nature, on an Afghan walk in the Normandy countryside and near the Lyons forest.
A weekend to disconnect from everyday life in a friendly and welcoming setting. There's no focus on performance or results, but rather on letting go and savoring the present moment.
We will teach you the basic principles of Afghan Walking during peaceful hikes. A walk will take place in the sculpture gardens of the Château de Bois-Guilbert.
The weekend begins at the Ecrin de l'Andelle from Saturday 9am (arrival on Friday evening), and ends after a night spent at the Ecrin de l'Andelle gîte on Saturday evening (5 people minimum). The activities offered are open to beginners as well as experienced. To ensure quality services and to be able to correct your postures, the group is limited to 10 people.
Afghan walking is a form of conscious walking that is practiced in time with one's breathing, to go further, with less fatigue, by being present.
Some benefits of the Afghan walking
- Intense oxygenation
- Stimulation of blood circulation and basic metabolism
- Increase of your breathing capacity
- Strengthening your immune system
- Stress reduction
- The increase of the endurance
This type of walk is suitable for everyone, but it is recommended to be in good physical condition.
Detailed program
For the program of the stay from Friday 7 p.m. to Sunday 3 p.m.
Friday night : Reception and installation
Once you arrive at the Andelle setting, you can settle into your room.
We will get to know each other in the evening.
Throughout the weekend, breathing and postural exercises will be offered, as well as field experimentation.
Saturday:
We will begin the day at 9 a.m. with the Principles and Benefits of Afghan Marching. We will teach the basic rhythms of Afghan marching. There will be a lunch break.
And we will walk all afternoon in the Lyons forest, alternating between more advanced paces on the terrain (climbs and descents).
At 6 p.m., free time will be offered before dinner.
Sunday :
We will apply the different rhythms of Afghan marching so that you can use them.
After lunch, we will end the weekend with a mindful walk in the sculpture gardens of the Château de Bois-Guilbert.
Practical information
This weekend takes place with an overnight stay at the Ecrin de l’Andelle gîte (accommodation available nearby) and will take place subject to a minimum of 4 participants.
To get to the Andelle setting :
- By car: 1h30 from Paris, 30 min from Rouen
- By train : shuttles organized at Rouen station. 20 € going/coming
FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION: 430€ including weekend entertainment and meals (breakfast, breaks, lunch and dinner included from Saturday morning) at the Andelle setting.
For accommodation, there are three double bedrooms and two separate double mezzanines. If you want a single room, add 90€.
Accommodation is provided. Bring your own sheets and towels (or rent them).
Catering: Vegetarian meals made with fresh, local and organic produce.
As an option, you can take out comprehensive insurance or a cancellation insurance. The amount goes up to 32€Please ask us for documentation.
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- Phone : +33 7 69 63 18 70
