Yoga Retreat - with Mary Mardhevi

Dates: THIS EVENT HAPPENED IN SUMMER 2003, click here for current events.

Cost: £455

Overview

This is the way a day is usually designed. The purpose of this is to give you an idea of how your days will be spent. There will be space for laughter, relaxation and personal revelation whenever and where ever we practice.

All aspects of practice are encouraged and experienced within the groups ability. A high standard of Pranayama, (breathing practices), Asana (physical practice), Kriyas (cleansing), Chakras, Meditations, Chanting, Personal Soul Work, Relaxations, Karma Yoga.

During the week we will bathe in the river, walk in the woods, relax under the trees, have special trips to beautiful sights always relaxing and rejuvenating.

6.30 – 8.30 Early Morning Wake up Yoga

8.30 – 9.30 Breakfast

9.30 – 10.30 Karma Yoga

10.30 – 12.30 Yoga

1.00 Lunch

3.30 – 5.30 Pranayama, Kriyas, Meditations, Relaxations, Philosophy, or trip to special sights.

7.00 Evening Meal

8.00 – 9.30 Satsang, stories, chanting, healing, calming, dancing, meditation as appropriate

The practice always has a serious intent with a light hearted, accepting atmosphere and attitude. All posture work is as dynamic as possible within personal ability, anyone can take part.

There are always various work projects underway in the gardens & grounds, in which you are welcome to get involved if you wish. In addition, we can provide (for an additional cost) massage, reflexology and Ayurvedic nutrition consultations.

Mary Madhavi is an experienced and internationally renowned yoga teacher and group facilitator. During the 30 years she has been teaching yoga, she has studied with Philip Jones, Alan Babbington, Swami Indrananda Ji, British Wheel, Bihar and Sivananda Schools and the work of Swami Gitananda. Mary is a Sivananda ATTC Albion Yoga Teacher and Craniosacral Therapist.

After a serious road accident she learned first-hand the power of yoga by overcoming her disability against the odds. This has enabled her to inspire and help both teachers and students using the amazing power of practical classical yoga to invigorate their lives - a powerful, transformation and heart-opening experience.

Mary is dedicated to sharing yoga as a way of life and her work encompasses a dynamic, grounded approach to yoga and meditation practices. Her sessions are infused with her warm personality, joy for life and her complete acceptance of everyone.