Yoga retreat 2016-2017

Yoga retreat and massage therapy treatment

We are trilled to offer you a “Yoga retreat and massage therapy treatment” intended to recharge and replenish body, mind and spirit. Hatha Yoga will be taught in its pure form according the Guru-shyshya tradition and the program below is designed in a way to satisfy  your queries regarding any aspect of Yoga practice (asana, pranayama, relaxation, meditation, chant of mantra, diet) and theory.

A plus in this retreatwill be the presence of a therapist that will give to each student some massage treatment or acupuncture (according to the needs or request of the students) and basic introduction to the ayurvedic daily routine combine with the yoga practice.

ABOUT US

Ganesh ( Angelo E.) is practising yoga for thirty years. He was initiated by Swami Vishnu Devannanda in South India and until now he was trained under Masters of various traditions. He will also be available for individual adjustment or modification of yoga schedule accordin to one’s body ayurvedic constitution (dosha).

Alex is a therapist that combines different techniques and medicine like: Shiatsu, Thai massage, Ayurveda and acupuncture in a personal way of healing . He has studied and practised underd the guidance of different healers from shamans in Mexico to ayurveda vaidydiars in India, from Thailand to China.

This retreat is intended for confirmed beginners and intermediate level but everyone are welcome.

All classes are in English but Angelo and Alex are fluent in Italian, French and Spanish in order to assist whenever you need. Our theachers will also help you to understand indian customs and rituals and we will have time for visiting surrounding temples or cultural events, if any.

DATES

11 DECEMBER (EVENING) / 19  DECEMBER (MORNING)
15 JANUARY (EVENING) / 23  JANUARY (MORNING)
12 FEBRUARY (EVEING) / 20 FEBRUARY (MORNING)
01  MARCH (EVENING) / 09  MARCH (MORNING)

LOCATION

All the retreats will be held at Hari Om Guest house  (on the hill top between Gokarna beach and Kudle beach)

FEES

Double sharing room (attached bathroom): 520 Euro for person
Single room ( attached bathroom ): 580 Euro for person
(In case of financial difficulties don’t hesitate to contact us , we will try to find a solution for you)

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

Accomodation, all vegetarian meals (brunch , dinner ,morning tchai and herbal tea afternoon snack based on fruit , tchai , herbal tea); two yoga classes a day ( 2 hours each) , 2 massage sessions for person, two Satsang   with meditaion and mantras, afternoon lecture, one visit to the village’s temples and a participation  in a Havan ( an ancient Vedic ritual) in a traditional ashram, transport for excursions is included.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

Your travel to Gokarna, your indian Visa, all personal purchases and activities outside our program. Laundry.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NUMBER OF STUDENTS FOR EACH RETREAT IS LIMITED TO 15 PEOPLE IN ORDER TO GIVE YOU THE BEST ASSISTANCE.

In a retreat the students accept various physical and mental challenges (included no alcohol, no smoking policy) so we hope and warmly recommend your assiduous presence at ALL the activities in order to deepen your practice and develop new awareness that will help you in your daily life.

INDICATIVE DAILY SCHEDULE

5.30     early wake up
6.00     meditation,mantras
7.00     morning tea
7.45     hatha yoga class
10.15  brunch

FREE TIME OR MASSAGE TREATMENTS

14.45  snack
15.00  lecture
16.00  hatha yoga class
18.15  dinner
20.00  meditation, chanting , mantra
22.00  light off