Overview of the day
Gentle Yoga
We will start with a gentle Autumn flow. Grounding movements and Sun Salutations will help us celebrate all the gifts that summer gave us.
Cacao Ceremony
Drinking the sacred plant medicine of cacao and dancing to music can break old stuck patterns of behaviour and let go of what we need to leave behind. Read about Cacao.
Breath, Mantra & Meditation
Harness the breath and quieten the mind using yoga breathing, chanting and meditation techniques. Come inwards to a place of stillness.
Lunch & Refreshments
A delicious, nutritious lunch will set us up for the afternoon sessions. All day refreshments and snacks are included.
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Woodland Walk
An afternoon stroll around the stunning grounds of the Manor House will remind us how nature adapts and moves on.
Rest & Relaxation
Restorative Yoga and a deeply relaxing, guided Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep) session will leave you feeling rested, refreshed and revitalised.
The Details
When?
Saturday 30th September 2023 - 9.30am - 5.30pm
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Where?
​Located just off the A27 in the beautiful Edwardian Manor House and stunning grounds of Chilworth Manor Hotel.
Chilworth Manor Hotel
Chilworth
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 7PT
How much does it cost?
An investment of £95 is required for the day (£85 if you book and pay by Saturday 12th August). This can be made in one payment or as an initial deposit with a second payment in mid-September for the balance.
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Full payment must be received by 16th September 2023.
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What's included?
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A whole day of yoga and wellbeing guided by Jo Welch of Ananda Yoga. ​
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A dedicated, quiet room separate to the rest of the hotel.
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​Additional yoga props (bolsters, blocks and blankets) will be available to borrow.
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​Aspects of Hatha Yoga, meditation, pranayama, chanting, a Cacao Ceremony, Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra.
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​Break out area with teas, coffee, cordials and snacks.
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​A deliciously nourishing buffet lunch.
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​A mindful nature ramble in the surrounding woodland.
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What's not included?
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Travel to and from the venue (do say if you are interested in car sharing).
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I recommend you bring your own yoga mat to build energy on (if you have your own personal blocks, blankets and bolsters, please bring them along too).​
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​​Terms & Conditions
All sales for Ananda Yoga Retreats are final and refunds or exchanges will only be granted as required by law. If you cancel more than 14 days ahead of the retreat, your payments will be refunded less the deposit. Any cancellations within 14 days of the retreat will be non-refundable. Customers may re-sell or transfer their tickets at face value or less to another student and should inform Jo of the change of name.
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If this retreat needs to be postponed (for example, due to COVID-19), bookings and payments will be fully transferable to a new date. If the retreat is cancelled by the organiser or if you are unable to attend on a new date, your payments will be refunded in full.
Allow me to renew your physical and mental energy with energising and soothing practices to put in your wellness toolkit.
Book now and have an uplifting and relaxing event in your diary to look forward to.
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I hope to see you there!
Love & Light, Jo x
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