It's a yoga retreat. In other words, we're going to take the time to engage joyfully, to strengthen ourselves, to be in the world!
Through the practice of yoga, among a caring group, in a natural setting dedicated to rejuvenation.
Postural yoga practice is derived from yin, hatha and Kundalini yoga. We'll be paying close attention to the spine and nervous system.

The benefits of meditation, which have been evaluated for several years by neuroscientists, are certain and numerous. For us yogis, meditation is the art of breaking the habits that limit us and create neurotic patterns.
It's a process of cleansing and controlling the mind.
In particular, we'll be practicing the active meditation of Kundalini yoga: repetition of sounds that silence the mind, repetition of gestures, breathing, mudras - hand and finger postures that act on the meridians and nervous system - concentration on a point - singing.
Yoga and the energy of nature create a perfect synergy. Synergy reinforced by a vegetarian, gluten-free and alcohol-free diet.
This retreat is open to everyone, from beginners to diligent practitioners.

A typical day - as an indication only:

8:00 am-1030am: Postural practice - energetic awakening - pranayama (breathing exercises)
10:30am-11:30am: Light snack of vegetable milk, herbal tea, fresh and dried fruit
11:30am-12:30pm: Meditation
12:45pm: Lunch
Morning integration, reading, walking, relaxing, swimming, ...
5pm-7pm: Yin Yoga and meditation
7:30 pm: Dinner

KUNDALINI AND YIN YOGA

August 4th to 10th, 2024

This retreat is a gift! A week of immersion for a lasting regeneration. Nothing to do but feel goof and feel the change day after day.
Meet your true nature.
Once the body has been cleansed of stress and toxins, the nervous system calms down - then deep, quiet energy arrives, ready to be transformed into desire, creativity and action.
That's the process ! In the first instance, we'll be using yoga and meditation practices for physical, emotional and mental cleansing. To let go and lighten up.
We're going to relax the pelvis in particular.
Then, in harmony with the season and the energy of the day, we'll explore anchoring, heart and movement.

Various practices and tools: Kundalini yoga, Yin yoga, free dance, meditation
The technology of Kundalini yoga with its powerful breaths, its postures in
movement, active meditation and the vibratory sounds of mantras, works to stimulate the meridian organ system (muscle) and restore the circulation of vital energy.
Yin yoga involves simple postures, held over time. This relaxes deep tissues, fascias and ligaments. To become more flexible.
Yoga and the energy of nature create a perfect synergy. Synergy reinforced by a vegetarian, gluten-free and alcohol-free diet.
This retreat is open to everyone, from beginners to diligent practitioners.

A typical day - a guide :

8:00am -10:00 am : kundalini yoga
10am -11 am: herbal tea break, breakfast
11am -12:30 pm : specific yoga work
12:30 pm: Lunch
Free time
Morning integration, reading, walking, relaxing, swimming, ...
5 pm-7 pm: yin yoga - meditation
7:30 pm: Dinner

Location:

You'll spend your retirement in a beautiful Ardèche stone villa set in 100 hectares of private parkland. This unspoilt setting is ideal for rest and rejuvenation, meditation and yoga.
A place dedicated to the practice of yoga with several practice areas: 1 indoor practice room overlooking the surrounding mountains, 1 wooden platform protected from the sun and outdoor spaces.
The peace and quiet, the swimming pool, the rest area under a large tree, all invite you to relax and recharge your batteries.

The address of the venue will be communicated to you after your registration.

Meals :

Vegetarian, gluten-free and alcohol-free food prepared by our chef

Detailed program

During your free time :

Enjoy the many hiking trails to discover the surrounding area
The site is surrounded by rocky outcrops for rock-climbers.
You can also enjoy the swimming pool and the large park.
A 20-minute walk from the center, a verdant valley hides at its bottom a magnificent river with its still wild banks bearing the name of "Boulogne".

The saltwater pool will still be accessible.

Discover Saint-Michel-de-Boulogne castle :
Walkers and hikers will find marked trails in the shade of chestnut trees and along the banks of the Oize and Boulogne rivers. From the village, you can reach the Roche de Gourdon at 1061m high.

You'll walk through centuries-old chestnut groves, in the heart of a wild territory shaped by man, as evidenced by the dry-stone terraces you'll find along the way.

Practical information

To arrive by car, here's the address: Mas de la Nojarette, Lachamp, 07600 Saint-Andéol-de-Vals.

To arrive by train from Paris (recommended route) : Paris Gare de Lyon (11:41am) -> Aubenas Gare Routière (4:16pm)

To leave :
Aubenas Gare Routière (11:54am) -> Paris Gare de Lyon (4:18pm)

Prices include: the course and full board depending on the room chosen.
Prices do not include: Transportation to and from the venue.

Prices per person :

Prices	Room	Description
950€ 950€	ROOM 1 ROOM 7	Shared triple tavern with open-plan shower room (to be shared with room 7). This large, bright bedroom is below the living room-kitchen, with a staircase but no acoustic separation because the wicket door doesn't insulate. The bedroom has a double bed and a single bed. ------------------------------------------------------------ Small, vaulted, shared room with direct access to the outside through a door/window, with bathroom shared with the tavern or another.
1060€	ROOM 2	Shared double room (2 single beds) under the roof with washbasin in the room and shared bathroom
2250€	ROOM 3 Price for two	With wood panelling + desk, 1 double bed 160cm, with shared bathroom
1120€	ROOM 5	Shared double room with two single beds and shared bathroom, pool side
1120€	ROOM 6	Double room shared with two single beds, with private shower room and WC open onto the room, on the pool side.
1200€	ROOM 6	Double room shared with two single beds, with private shower room and WC open to the room, pool side
1200€	ROOM 8	Shared room (2 single beds) in a detached chalet next to the yoga room, with indoor bathroom and outdoor toilet next door.
1455€	Single room (choose between rooms 2 or 7)	with shared bathroom
1560€	Single room (choose between rooms 3 or 5)	with shared bathroom
1720€	Single room (choose between rooms 6 or 8)	with private bathroom

A minimum of 8 participants is required for the stay to be confirmed.

When booking, credit cards are only used as a guarantee.
Once your stay has been confirmed (around 8 to 10 days before), we will ask you for your method of payment (cash, check, vacation vouchers, bank transfer).

It is possible for you to pay in instalments at no extra charge.

Reviews

from 950€ onwards

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Cancellation policy: All reservations with Vawanda can be cancelled or modified free of charge up to 60 days before the start of the stay or workshop. Between D-60 and D-30, a cancellation/change fee of 30% of the reservation amount applies. Between D-30 and D-15 the charge is 50%, from D-14 the charge is 100%. Cancellation insurance is available for all bookings. Please see our Terms and Conditions for more details. Special Sales Conditions may apply to certain stays.