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Each year the circle turns again. While so much praise is given to the extroversion of Summer, the hope of Spring and the colours of Autumn the wisdom Winter brings is often overlooked.
This Winter I invite you to come away with me.
Leave it all behind for a weekend.
Journey inward to the dark and wise places within yourself.
“Yoga is not a workout, it’s a work in” - Rolf Gates
Introspection is a huge focus in the philosophies and teachings of Yoga.
What better time to hone this focus than when the wheel of the year has turned to its yin-most point. The season of winter is all about sitting in the darkness and finding the wisdom we hold within.
*When:*
This retreat will be a residential weekend retreat running from the evening of Friday 24th to the afternoon of Sunday 26th of January 2025.
*Where:*
We will be returning to the secluded calm of Swinton Manse. A characterful home in a sleepy village down in the Borders.
We will have a cosy calm environment for a nurturing weekend where we can journey inwards to ourselves, outwards to nature and onwards in our Yoga practice.
Most activities will take place on the property - an eclectic and rambling old manse full of character situated in a beautiful garden.
Accommodation and all meals are included. Rooms will be shared and a full nourishing menu of tasty winter fare will be provided.
*What:*
Through the weekend I will lead you on a journey including asana (physical yoga), meditation, pranayama (breath work) and workshops to further your understanding of yogic principles involving the journey inward.
We will explore the themes and elements of winter, as well as our relationship with the seasons, our inner world, and our shadow side.I will share with you wisdom from the ancient cultures of Yoga and the Scottish lands where the retreat is held.
*Why:*
Each year winter offers us the chance to slow down. Take stock and start again.
It is part of the never ending birth, death, rebirth paradigm.
Whether you are wishing to bring changes or new adventures into your life in 2025 or you are simply looking to get to know yourself a little better as you continue on the eye opening adventures of life there will be wisdom to be found.
As a personal practice I like to take time to lean into introspection in the winter months, always finding new stones to overturn. Growth and “the work” are never ending cycles.
Yogis who have returned to our winter retreats year on year also share how their experiences become more profound as each winter reflection teaches them more about themselves.
*How Much:*
The investment for this retreat is £375 which includes accommodation and all meals from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday.
*What next:*
I hope this has been enough information to capture your imagination and hearts.
If you are keen to come, please let me know and I’ll send you details on how to book. I recommend booking as soon as possible as spaces book up quickly.
All bookings must be secured with a non refundable deposit.
If you have any questions in the meantime please ask away!
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Swinton, Scottish Borders, Duns, Kelso, United Kingdom
