RETREATS

ITALY   |   VIETNAM   |   INDIA

ASHTANGA YOGA RETREAT IN ITALY

August 28th – September 3rd, 2016

We are pleased to announce this wonderful Ashtanga Yoga retreat at La Cerqua, a recently restored 14th century farmhouse, a former monastery, situated 3 km from the village of Pietralunga, in the Carpina Valley, Italy.
With level 2 authorized Ashtanga Yoga teacher Thoai Huong.

The retreat is suited for beginners as well as for advanced practicioners and will be held in English and in German.

Program

The schedule is as follows. Note that small changes are possible.

Thursday, September 1st

• 06:00 – 08:00: Mysore class
• 08:00 – 08:30: Pranayama
• 08:30 – 10:00: Breakfast
• 10:30 – 14:30: Walk in the Forest of Pietralunga with a guide
• 17:30 – 18:30: Talk and Q&A
• 19:00 – 20:30: Dinner

Friday, September 2nd

• 06:00 – 08:00: Mysore class
• 08:00 – 08:30: Pranayama
• 08:30 – 10:00: Breakfast
• 16:00 – 16:30: Yoga sutra chanting
• 16:30 – 18:30: Alignment: Hip opening
• 19:00 – 20:30: Dinner

Saturday, September 3rd

• 06:00 – 08:00: Led class with traditional Vinyasa counting (in Sanskrit) and focus on Drishtis (visual focus points)
• 08:00 – 08:30: Pranayama
• 08:30 – 10:00: Breakfast
• 12:00: Check-out

Location

The accommodation is in the holiday farm Bio Agriturismo la Cerqua, in the country house Balucca. Every room has its own bathroom. The Yoga room and a big dining room are in the same building, so that we will have a private space for Yoga, breakfast and dinner.

The house was built at the end of the 19th century, and is located about 500 m from the Casa San Salvatore, a former monastery built in the 14th century.

Costs

The costs for the accommodation and the Yoga classes for the whole week are:

• €890 – per person in a double room
• €990 – per person in a single room (only a few rooms are available, so first come first served)

Early bird discount for registration until May 31, 2016:

• €800 – per person in a double room
• €900 – per person in a single room Students will get a 10% discount on the price.

Flights and ground transportation are not included.
Early registration is highly recommended as the group is limited to a maximum number of 15 participants!

Food

We will be having delicious local organic vegetarian and vegan meals daily. Gluten-free food is also possible; please let us know in advance if this is required.

Retreat Highlights (all included)

• 7 days/6 nights accommodation at La Cerqua
• Daily Ashtanga Yoga Classes and workshops in the morning and afternoon
• Two delicious vegetarian and vegan meals (breakfast and dinner) every day with local organic food
• Visit to the Forest of Pietralunga
• Swimming Pool

Some other possible activities for your free time in the afternoon are:

• Nature walks along signed paths around the farm (maps will be furnished) – free
• Archery (bows and arrows will be furnished) – free
• Horse riding (lessons or guided walks on horseback) in the farm centre – €20 – per hour
• Cooking lessons (fee depends on the number of people)

We can arrange for a meeting point and gather there in order to travel together to the farm in order to minimize the fee for the transportation.
It is also possible to travel by train or bus. The pick up at the train/bus station at Pietralunga bus stop (about 3 km from the farm) is free, while from the Gubbio, Umbertide, Città di Castello bus station (about 20 km from the farm) is 30,- Eur for a group of up to four people.

Booking Conditions

Payment:

• In order to secure a place a non-refundable deposit of €300 – is required.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

• The deposit of €300 – is non-refundable.

The full balance is due at the latest four weeks prior to the retreat date. Cancellations within four weeks of the retreat date are non- refundable; however, a replacement can be named.

ITALY   |   VIETNAM   |   INDIA

ASHTANGA YOGA RETREAT IN HOI AN, VIETNAM

September 28th – October 2nd, 2016

We are pleased to announce this wonderful Ashtanga Yoga retreat in Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa. It is a little gem, bursting with personality and local flavor.

With level 2 authorized Ashtanga Yoga teacher Thoai Huong (reference: KPJAYI).

The retreat is suited for beginners as well as for advanced practitioners and will be held in
English, Vietnamese and in German.

Program

The schedule is as follows. Note that small changes are possible.

Saturday, October 1st

• 05:00 – 07:00: Mysore class
• 07:00 – 08:00: Pranayama
• 08:00 – 09:00: Swimming at the beach or pool (optional)
• 09:00 – 10:30: Breakfast (possible from 08:00)
• 15:00 – 17:00: Alignment: Backbending without fear and pain
• 19:00 – 20:30: Dinner

Sunday, October 2nd

• 05:00 – 07:00: Mysore class
• 07:00 – 08:00: Pranayama
• 08:00 – 09:00: Swimming at the beach or pool (optional)
• 09:00 – 10:30: Breakfast (possible from 08:00)
• 10:30 – 11:30: Talk and Q&A
• 12:00: Check-out

Location

Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa

Hoi An, located on the coast of Central Vietnam, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Splendor of the past Annam, this former important trading centre offers a unique blend of local and foreign influences.

The four star Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa is situated 30 km from Danang International Airport and only 5 km from the ancient town of Hoi An, with one side facing Thu Bon River, and another side facing Cua Dai beach.

The resort replicates a traditional fishing village with small streets, water ponds and village houses with clay-tiled roofs, providing a warm and restful environment.

The architecture of the resort reflects the charm and the culture of her surroundings. Built with Japanese, Portuguese, Chinese and of course Vietnamese influences, the resort is eclectic and perhaps a little eccentric.

Costs

The costs for the accommodation and the Yoga sessions for the whole event are:

• €670 – per person in a double room
• €570 – per person in a double room (early bird discount for registration until June 30, 2016)
• €387 – The costs for the Yoga sessions only – per person
• €348 – The costs for the Yoga sessions only – per person (early bird discount)

Attention: Vietnamese citizens who live in Vietnam and inhouse guests will get a 10% discount on the Yoga sessions, depending on availability.

Note that it is not mandatory to stay in the Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa during the retreat, i.e. one can book his own accommodation and nevertheless attend the Yoga classes.

Flights and ground transportation are not included.

Early registration is highly recommended as the group is limited to a maximum number of 15 participants!

Retreat Highlights (all included)

• 5 days/4 nights accomodation at Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa
• Daily Ashtanga Yoga Classes, Pranayama and alignment workshops in the afternoon → Daily breakfast buffet
• Open-air swimming pool
• Beach sports incl. volleyball, badminton and kite flying
• Shuttle bus to Hoi An and back seven times per day
• Complimentary mountain bikes are available for you to discover the charm of the town of Hoi An
• Gym
• Two tennis courts
• Library room with board games
• Kids club

In addition, Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa offers other chargeable activities you can participate in in the afternoon during your free time, like:

• Cooking classes
• Spa
• Tours & excursions

Pick Up

The location of the Yoga retreat is about 30 km from Danang Airport. It takes about 30 minutes by car/taxi.

The pick up fee is €20 – per person, per way for a group of at least two people.

Booking Conditions

Payment:

In order to secure a place a non-refundable deposit of €250 – is required.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

The deposit of €250 is non-refundable. The full balance is due at the latest six weeks prior to the retreat date.

Cancellations within six weeks of the retreat date are non- refundable; however, a replacement can be named.

ITALY   |   VIETNAM   |   INDIA

ASHTANGA INTENSIVE IN KOVALAM, INDIA

October 30th – November 12th, 2016

2 weeks Ashtanga Intensive Workshop in Kovalam, Kerala, India.

We are pleased to announce this 2 weeks Ashtanga Yoga Intensive in Kovalam, Kerela, India. It located close to Kovalam beach, a beach by the Arabian See and the only international beach in India, close to Thiruvananthapuram city.

With level 2 authorized Ashtanga Yoga teacher Thoai Huong.
The intensive program is suited for beginners as well as for advanced practicioners and will
be held in English and German.

For the retreat, a basic level of fitness and health, a willingness to learn the traditional Ashtanga method (as taught at KPJAYI), plus a commitment to practising regularly and honouring the tradition, are requisite.

Program

The schedule is as follows. Note that small changes are possible.

Sunday, November 6th

• 06:30 – 08:30: Mysore clas
• 08:30 – 09:30: Sunday talk

Monday, Wednesday, Friday (November 7th, 9th, 11th)

• 06:30 – 08:30: Mysore class (Friday led class 06:30 – 08:15)
• 08:30 – 09:30: Pranayama
• 15:00 – 17:00: Workshops*

Tuesday, Thursday (November 8th, 10th)

• 06:30 – 08:15: Mysore class
• 08:15 – 09:00: Chanting

Saturday, November 12th

• 07:00 – 08:00: Pranayama
• 08:00 – 09:30: Q & A
• 09:30 – 10:00: Photos shooting & Farewell

*Workshops in the afternoon with different topics and alignment for Asanas on Monday, Wednesday, Friday like: Vinyasa count, bandhas, breath, hip opening, forward bending, back bending, twists, arm balances, inversions etc.

Location

Hotel Peacock, Kovalam, Kerela, India

• Yoga shala is in the Hotel
• Distance to the beach approx. 3 minutes

Costs

The costs for the accommodation including breakfast and Yoga sessions for the whole event are:

Booking until June 30th, 2016:

• 1 week: €379
• 2 weeks: €699

Booking until July 31st, 2016:

• 1 week: €399
• 2 weeks: €749

Booking until August 31st, 2016:

• 1 week: €479
• 2 weeks: €849

Flights and ground transportation are not included.

Early registration is highly recommended as the number of participants is limited so that Huong can give as much individual teaching and assistance as possible.

Food

We will be having delicious local organic vegetarian and vegan meals daily. Gluten-free food is also possible; please let us know in advance if this is required.

Retreat Highlights (all included)

• Daily Ashtanga Yoga Classes (Mysore and led class)
• Pranayama (3 times a week)
• Chanting (2 times a week)
• Workshops in the afternoon (3 times a week)
• Hotel
• Daily breakfast

Booking Conditions

Payment:

• For 2 weeks, a deposit of €250 is to be made upon registration
• For 1 week, a deposit of €150 is to be made.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

Deposits are non-refundable.

• Cancellation more than 8 weeks before retreat start date: 100% (minus deposit)
• Cancellation more than 6 weeks and up to 8 weeks before retreat start date: 50% (minus deposit)
• Cancellation 6 weeks or less before retreat start date: no refund

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