SPRING YOGA RETREAT
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2-5 October 2020
Spend the weekend 4 days & 3 nights on retreat immersed in daily yoga, meditation, nature, bush-walking with delicious home cooked meals. Relax and connect to your true nature.
Our Yoga Retreat is located in the heart of the breathtaking Blue Mountains conveniently located just 90 min from Sydney.
INCLUSIONS
- 3 nights & 4 days shared accommodation
- All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Daily yoga, breath-work, meditation and discussions
- Workshops to deepen your practice & knowledge of yoga philosophy
- Guided bush-walk (optional)
- Fresh rain water pool & hot-tub
- Complimentary transfers to nearby train station
- Feast on delicious fresh plant based food – much of it coming straight from the veggie patch in the garden
- There are also plenty of hiking trails nearby, so bring your walking shoes and swimming suit to hop in the solar powered hot-tub
FRIDAY (ARRIVAL DAY)
Afternoon – Arrival and check in. Light snacks & refreshments will be provided upon arrival
Evening Practice – Welcome circle and guided yoga practice
Dinner – A delicious home-cooked dinner will be prepared & served plated restaurant style
Evening – Guided Yoga Nidra / Meditation
SATURDAY – SUNDAY
Morning – Yoga practice, meditation in nature
Breakfast – Enjoy a delicious & nutritious breakfast + free time
Mid Morning – Guided bush walk or free time to relax & enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Blue Mountains
Lunch – Hot lunch made with fresh ingredients (often straight from the garden veggie patch!)
Also fruit, snacks, coffee & teas and light snacks are available throughout the day.
Afternoon Workshop – Breakdown asana (postures) & yoga philosophy
Dinner + free time to relax, or hop in the hot tub
Evening – Guided Yoga Nidra / Meditation
MONDAY
Morning – Yoga practice
Breakfast / Brunch – Delicious “Cafe style” brekkie prepared for you
Closing Circle / Activity
12pm – Check out
MOVE WELL
Each day you will be guided through yoga practices designed to help you connect more deeply with your alignment. Heart opening, meditations & breath practices help you tune into your senses, practice with compassion, and feel more revitalised and nourished.
Our daily practices will take place in the purpose built Yoga Shala. You may also like to take a stroll through the gardens, or bush walk through the breathtaking valley.
EAT WELL
Our hosts take great pride in preparing delicious and nutritious vegetarian meals made with love, fresh local and seasonal produce. Much of our food is grown onsite from the property’s own garden and orchard. All dietary preferences, including gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan can easily be catered for.
BE WELL
Yoga is a holistic practice of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. We will discuss key yogic texts at the heart of yoga philosophy to expand your knowledge of yoga & connect more deeply to your true nature, heart, mind and body. The word yoga means Union. There’s no better place to feel a deep sense of connection, wonder and one-ness than immersed in Yoga surrounded by nature.
VANAM is a Sanskrit word that means sacred forest, beautiful garden or cluster of lotus flowers. But it is more than just a garden – it is a sacred space where yogis gather to do the ancient rituals and practices amid and in harmony with nature. In Sanskrit language the root Van also denotes – a deep longing and desire (for spiritual growth), abundance, and a sacred ‘abode’.
Vanam Eco Retreat Space
This beautiful property is located in Mount Victoria in the heart of the Blue Mountains – situated on 40 acres of native bushland. It is also home to the owner’s 2 dogs and a wide variety of native birds, plants and wild life.
The contemporary, hand-crafted accomodations & yoga shala were purpose built with natural materials including straw bales, cob, recycled timbers and earthen renders – using ancient building principles applied in a modern context.
The main building includes 3 x large guest bedrooms each with an en-suite bathroom and outdoor deck. It also features a modern kitchen and a spacious, open-plan indoor-outdoor living/dining room. With 2 x self contained bungalows in the garden. Guest have exclusive use of their spacious bedrooms, ensuites and private deck, and share the common lounge and dining spaces.
Vanam also features a purpose built yoga shala nestled in the trees, a solar-powered hot spa, and beautifully cultivated edible and ornamental gardens.
Getting There
Location is in Mount Victoria in the Blue Mountains area (90 min drive from Sydney). Public transport is also available, and we can help organise transportation to pick you up from the train station (conveniently located just 3 minutes away).
You will receive detailed arrival instructions once you’ve confirmed your booking.
NATURE YOGA HIKING BLISS
Retreat overlooking the breathtaking views of the valley. Experience an expansive feeling of clarity as we stretch out, mediate, eat healthy food, and breathe in the fresh mountain air.
Immerse yourself daily in yoga, meditation, workshops and guided yoga philosophy discussions to deepen and explore the heart of yoga.
This retreat is an intimate sized group, and will be held in accordance with government regulations. Appropriate measures will be taken for social distancing in accommodation & mat spacing in the yoga shala – to ensure it is a safe & enjoyable experience for all.
