Join me next year for a very special Yoga Retreat in Nepal.
This perfect setting will offer us time and space to dive deep into practice.
October is the perfect time to visit Nepal- temperatures are still warm and the skies clear for beautiful mountain views.
The "Retreat"
Nestled in nature. A peaceful sanctuary in the foothills of the Himalayas...We will spend 6 nights at the beautiful Vishuddi Alaya Retreat Center 42 km outside of Kathmandu.
The Retreat Center is located in Pulbari (the Flower Garden) and is surrounded by forests and its own vegetable garden and orchard. The natural setting is accompanied by breath taking views of the Himalayan range. Here we will immerse in the tranquility of nature, allowing time and space to unwind and leave the busy modern world from the retreat behind.
The Thrangu Tashi Yangtse ('Namobuddha') Tibetan Buddhist Monastery and one of Nepal's holiest pilgrimage sites is a 40 minute footwalk away.
Vishuddi Alaya offers fantastic Ayurvedic Spa services as well a Finnish sauna.
With stunning views and lush spa offerings this is the perfect place to relax and unwind as we take time to sink into daily Asana, Pranayama and Meditation practices.
And why not experience wild and wonderful Kathmandu : 3 nights add-on
The Kathmandu experience is "a la Carte" and can be chosen as an optional add-on. If you prefer to be elsewhere (trekking/exploring) then join us at the Retreat Center after your adventures. (Find all the details here)
Sample Daily Schedule at the Retreat
Sunrise Meditation
Strong Morning Practice
Breakfast
Free Time/Optional Activities (see below)
Lunch
Free Time /Optional Activities (see below)
2nd Yoga Late afternoon
Dinner
Free Time and/or Evening Meditation
What's Included in the Retreat Package
-6 nights stay in chosen room category
-Yoga (Morning & Evening): Asana, Pranayama and Meditation practices
-2 optional Mini workshops (for those curious to learn a bit more) on Yoga/Energy Themes (to be announced)
-6 delicious Dinners; 6 wholesome healthy Breakfasts & 5 Lunches
-Coffee/Tea/and Snack Breaks throughout the day
-Sound Bath/Singing Bowl session
-Traditional Tibetan Momo Cooking class
Details on Rooms & Rates click here
Spaces are limited/Prices are per person
About the Yoga....
The Yoga practices are best suited for Yogis with some experience and a regular practice. Mornings will be a strong, slow Embodied Energy Flow, with more focus on pranayama, meditation & mantra. The afternoon classes will be variable depending on the energy levels of the group, perhaps some deep relaxation, gentle flow or Yin yoga.
Optional mini workshops---diving a bit deeper into Iyengar inspired Asana and traditional Pranayama/Yoga Philosophy (to be announced)
In your registration (if I don´t know you personally) please include a brief description of your Yoga experience (Asana/Meditation/Pranayama) , and any injuries or conditions that may affect your practice.
The retreat center has a well equipped Yoga Shala, with a heated floor and forest view. Of course if you have a travel mat it is always nice to bring your own.
Lessons will be taught in English.
And about the food....
At Vishuddi Alaya vegetarian meals are freshly prepared by using predominantly organically grown vegetables from their garden. They avoid using processed, frozen food, etc. and source as much as possible locally, organically grown ingredients. Breads, cakes, pasta etc. are all homemade. The farm to table concept is implemented as closely as possible.
Gluten free, dairy free, vegan meals and other dietary requests are taken into account by
our cook.
Lunch and dinner consist of a 2-3 course meal. Meals are a mix of Nepali/Indian and Western Cuisine
Please make any requests on the registration form.
Alcoholic beverages are not served at the resort.
Optional Activities while at Vishuddi Alaya (not included in Retreat cost)
Massages & Ayurvedic Treatments
Hiking (Day Hikes in the surrounding countryside)
Visiting Namobuddha Monastery .
Finnish Sauna
Gratuities
