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Retreat-English Countryside
09/04/2009
Because everyone needs time out... At long last - a retreat designed to provide you with a chance to experience stillness and rejuvenation whilst enjoying the ancient practices of Yoga, Chi Kung and Meditation. Please join us for this weekend retreat in the English countryside. Yoga... reawaken the health of your body, feel more supple, rejuvenated and strong... Chi Kung... discover how you can use chi to look and feel younger, how to warm or cool your body temperature, experience sleeping like a baby at night and find deep peace inside... Meditation... feel centred in your being and stillness in your mind. Then joy can naturally bubble up from within... When? For arrivals on Friday 17th April 2009, the retreat opens from 4pm. Supper is at 6.30pm. The first group session is the Welcoming Session at 8pm. You may also arrive at the retreat on Saturday morning. The last retreat session ends at 5pm Sunday 19th April. Where? We've chosen Gaunts House in Dorset - an experienced retreat style venue with a friendly ambience and positive energy. With over 2000 acres of countryside grounds and only 20 minutes drive from the seaside, this 18th century mansion has large comfortable rooms, log fires and windows overlooking the sweeping grounds. What will we be doing? Chi Kung... A powerful way of combining movement and breath to strengthen the body, feel energised, regain inner peace and clarity of mind. Learn how to use the Fire Element to heat your body, the Water to cool and calm, the Air to clear the mind, the Earth to feel grounded and safe and the Ether to experience spiritual connection. Meditation... become connected with your own infinite wisdom, freedom and peace by using the power of your mind. You will be guided on transformative inner journeys to the divine space within, bringing a sense of deep inner stillness and spaciousness of mind. Experience the power of Pranayama breathing how to tap into the energy centres within your body that govern your health and well being. Yoga... All levels of yoga experience will be catered for, so just come as you are with the willingness to try new things. There will be a morning yoga session for those of you wanting to start your day in an energetic way and a second session later in the day for restorative yoga. We will also take time to cover some postures in depth with individual attention to transform your practice. ...and plenty of time for fun, personal quiet time, walking in nature, laughter, mingling and bonus treats! All sessions are optional, so you can tailor make the weekend to suit your needs. Whether you are a beginner or experienced in yoga, the sessions will cater for your needs and help you to go deeper into your personal practice, from whatever point you are starting from. If you are wanting a gentle weekend you may prefer to miss the Dynamic Yoga on Sunday morning and have a restorative lay in instead! The Chi Kung and Meditation sessions are powerful and healing for all ages and abilities. Catering Gaunts House serve fresh home cooked vegetarian meals. Tea, coffee and fruit will also be served in between meals for those times we get a little peckish! All meals are included. If you have specific food requirements please let us know at the time of booking. How much? Prices are per person, all-inclusive of accommodation, classes, meals and snacks. Sharing room, no ensuite: £ 255 Sharing room, with ensuite: £ 270 Single room, with ensuite: £ 295 This is a special price as a celebration of this being our first retreat of 2009. We want you to be able to afford to come and have the most amazing weekend! Who else is coming? The group will be small enough to ensure individual attention. Two other retreats will be running that weekend at Gaunts House so expect to meet plenty of like-minded individuals. Friends and Family If you would like to bring someone who would prefer to enjoy a lovely weekend away without taking part in the retreat sessions, let us know and we'd be happy to arrange a reduced price for them, just to cover their food and accommodation. How do I get there? Please let us know if you are driving or taking the train, and whether you wish to look at car pooling options. Address: Gaunts House, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 4JQ Driving: Around a 2.5 hr drive from central London (2 hours from West London), take the M3 to M7 West outside Southampton. Train: A few options here. - Train to Poole Station or Bournemouth from Waterloo and a cab ride. Tickets are cheaper when booked in advance from www.thetrainline.com To book your cab: 01202 888888 and 01202 884444 If you wish to stay on If you'd like to make this an extended break, let us know and we can help you with your accommodation and arrangements to stay at Gaunts House. For details: contact@eventsandfriends-london.co.uk
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