Sacred Sadhana Yoga Workshops
Intermediate Level
These inspirational yoga workshops are philosophy sadhana, exploring ancient Indian traditions, classical yoga texts, mythology and archetypal Hindu deities. We flow through creative namaskars and beautiful sequencing, embodying the radiant teachings of the yoga tradition.
I hold the E-RYT 500 designation from Yoga Alliance therefore, these workshops can be used to gain certified Continued Professional Development hours by qualified Yoga Alliance teachers.
Bliss Bathe Yoga Retreat
Paus is breathtaking breathing, bathing space. It is an oasis of calm set in the Cambridgeshire countryside inspired by the Scandinavian philosophy of balance. Pause for a moment in your life and take for this precious day of pure bliss surrounded by quintessential natural beauty.
Your bliss day will begin with an authentic creatively-inspired Vinyasa Flow sunrise sadhana. Moving through beautiful sequencing and creative namaskars, we will explore the principles of elemental balance through the concepts of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian ‘Science of Life’. Ayurveda teaches that everything we need for healthy well-being and innate balance is held in the power of nature and this empowers us to be our own healers. We bring your being into elemental holistic balance through the ancient wisdom of life.
After our yoga bliss, we will share a delicious, nutritious three course lunch at the Hilltop Bistro; surrounded by views of rolling countryside, relaxing together with wholesome food and friendship.
In the afternoon, we will breathe and bathe in the beautifully hand crafted, red cedar hot tubs. Cold shower, cold plunge pool, hot showers with Neils Yard Remedies, fresh air, rolling countryside views and the sound of the crackling fire elevate your pure Paus experience. Rejuvenate and unwind in an authentic wood fired Finnish barrel saunas or relax in the quiet surroundings of the Waterside Sauna, hidden amongst trees overlooking water. The cool pool enhances the benefits of the tub and sauna, releasing natural happiness hormones and body-mind-soul serenity. In just a few moments, you will be brought back to yourself in a way like no other! Moving between hot and cold is an honoured ritual by the ancient Egyptians, Romans and Greeks.
Close your day walking in the wild meadows and sensory pathways to connect to beauty of nature the bliss nature within.
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Vinyasa Flow Yoga
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Ayurveda Lifestyle Inspiration
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Three course lunch at the Hilltop Bistro
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Three hour bathing experience
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Champagne or natural juice served to hot tubs
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Meadows and sensory trails
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Rolling countryside views
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Wood-fired, red cedar hot tubs
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Finnish dry barrel sauna, wood-fired
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Plunge cool pool and outdoor cooling shower
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Chill out spaces with deckchairs and fire bowls
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Bliss vibes
Yoga Investment
£130 per yogi
Limited spaces available
Find out more about Paus here: www.paus.life
Diwali Light Yoga Celebration
with Live Music, Mantra and Kirtan by The Kirtan Band!
The Manor Wellness Centre, Colchester
17th November 2024 at 10 – 4pm
An authentic celebration of Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights!
Diwali is the Indian Festival of Lights. Deepavali dates back to ancient India and symbolises the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, good over evil, hope over despair.
Diwali takes place on the new moon on the darkest night of Autumn and is celebrated over five days throughout India and Nepal. Diyas, candles and lanterns are lit; pujas are offered and windows are opened to welcome in the light. Mythic stories of Hanuman and Krishna are told in remembrance of the light and hope at the heart of Hindu tradition.
The third day of Diwali is the main festive day and is offered in reverence to Deva Lakshmi: the goddess of spiritual abundance, purity and grace within all beings. She is believed to roam the earth on Diwali night, restoring light and peace to the world. After Lakshmi puja, there is great celebration: patakhe, fireworks light up the night and families gather together to share a feast of Indian flavours and mithai, sweet desserts.
Our Festival of Lights will honour Diwali tradition, exploring the birth story of Lakshmi. In this myth, the forces of light and dark join together to churn the great ocean of the heart, the cosmic ocean of consciousness, to restore purity, light and grace to the world. Our sadhana will flow through a series of creative namaskars, arm balances, back bending asana and inversion.
After our asana practice, we will share Indian inspired prasad and masala chai before joining in mandala for live music and mantra presented by The Kirtan Band. The Kirtan Band create a unique atmospheric sound that blends the dynamic melodies of the Eastern subcontinent with Indian folk traditions, smooth guitar solos and inventive hand drumming. Sulekh Ruparell is an artist, producer and composer, classically trained and an expert in Sanskrit Mantra, Kirtan and Bhajan. By using his vast knowledge of Indian scales (Raga) to embellish well-known compositions and combining it with a diverse array of acoustic instruments, Sulekh presents authentic pieces that are entertaining and exhilarating. Playing regularly at events and festivals across the country, The Kirtan Band is a musical journey of inner connection that is uplifting, soulful and inspiring.
After our practice, you are warmly invited to share a celebration dinner together at Thai One restaurant. Join us for this beautiful, authentic Diwali Light celebration.
£95 per yogi
Limited spaces available
Upcoming Yoga Workshops 2024
6th July and 17th November
Sunset Sunday Yoga
12th May 2024 at 5 – 7pm
The Tree Room, Colchester
Sunset Sunday is an energising, creative Vinyasa Flow or Dharma Yoga sadhana, balanced with a sweet blend of yin yoga, pranayama, meditation, yoga nidra or sound experience to harmonise the body, heart and soul.
£30 per yogi
Limited spaces available
