Yoga Intensive – July
This weekend has been set aside for those wishing to spend more time in developing a deeper awareness in yoga postures, pranayama, meditation, relaxation, benefits of chanting and the aspect of Drastha – witness of what is actually happening off the mat.
These weekends blend theory, yoga postures, breathing techniques and two or three practical meditations for you to explore to meet your personal needs and lifestyle. Take rest in the natural and peaceful environment of a forest retreat setting.
This weekend health retreat is suitable for your first ashram experience.
Arrival
Fri 2pm or before 5pm – Sun 2pm
Sat 9am – Sun 2pm
Day Option Sat 9am to 9pm
Retreat Cost
29th to 31st of July 2011
1 night Sat 9.30am – Sun 2pm $170
2 nights Fri 2pm – Sun 2pm $240
Day Option Sat 9.30am – 8.30pm $120
Fees include all food, standard accommodation and course yoga classes
Retreat Registration & Conditions
To register for this retreat, click here.
More Information Regarding This Health Retreat
You are welcome to arrive any time after 2pm to relax and settle into your room before meditation/havan (fire ceremony) at 5.30pm and dinner at 6.30pm.
Day Option
The Day Option provides a full day of yoga practices on and off the mat which include:
9.30am Mid Morning Theory Session
11.00 Morning & Afternoon Tea
11.30 Relaxation – Yoga Nidra
12.00 Vegetarian Lunch
3.30pm Yoga Posture Class
5.30 Healing Mantra Chanting and Havan (physical fire an aspect of esoteric yoga practices)
6.30 Dinner & Evening program of chanting – kirtan and satsang - discussion
Each weekend follows a daily yoga program plus discussion on the unique theme and applied yogic philosophy chosen for the weekend.
Satyananda Yoga is an integral practical system of yoga available and accessible to all. The practices harmonize and balance the entire personality, increase vital pranic wellness, mental relaxation, self understanding and inner peace.
Asana – postures, pranayama - breathing techniques, yoga nidra – the delicious practice of deep relaxation and meditation are presented along with stimulating and interesting yogic philosophy concepts to deepen understanding for the practitioner and to awaken the potential of yoga and wellness for the beginner. Take with you a set of useful yoga practices for your personal needs.
Are you thinking about starting a home practice? A little yoga on a regular basis makes a profound different to our personal state of wellness and our perception of ourselves in the world.
Where to begin. During your stay you may like to take advantage of a private session with an experienced yoga teacher. Enquiries and bookings are made at reception.
Please make your booking at least 3 days prior to the commencement of the retreat.
Retreat Venue
The Satyananda Yoga Rocklyn Ashram located at Rocklyn (near Daylesford) provides a supportive environment for taking time out to practice traditional aspects of yoga through wellbeing programs and accredited learning.
Approximately 1.5 hrs from Melbourne, the Yoga Ashram is set in a secluded forest environment abundant in wildlife and natural beauty. There are great tracks for walking and bike riding for those who wish to be more active in exploring the surrounding forest or the quiet gardens for those wishing to access the library and enjoy reading.
Visitors are welcome to participate in a day visit or to stay for short or longer periods, with the opportunity to experience the diversity of wellbeing programs including the yogic lifestyle of minduflness practised at the Ashram.
Contact Information:
| Business: | Yoga Association of Victoria | |
| Phone: | +61 3 5345 7434 | |
| Fax: | +61 3 5345 7566 | |
| Address: | 393 Dean Barkstead Rd, Rocklyn, VIC 3364 | |
| Email: | yogarock@satyananda.net | |
