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Unique Sukhita Yoga & Mindfulness Retreats in Ariège, FRANCE
A wonderful opportunity this year: our Sukhita Yoga & Meditation retreat to recharge your batteries in the nature of Ariège, south of France, Midi-Pyrénées. You will have the unique chance to be guided by an experienced and intuitive renowned teacher, Opale.
Ariège
The retreat centre, is situated in Ariège, a department of southwestern of Midi-pyrénéees, France.
This typical village is located in OCCITANIE, 1h south of TOULOUSE.
Ariège is located at the feet of the Pyrénées Mountains and is reputed for its beautiful green landscapes, fairyland-looking, with lots of vibrant forests and plenty of joyful rivers.
The retreat venue
The retreat will take place at a retreat centre in the countryside, located in the beautiful surroundings of Contrazy, near the city of Saint Girons this place is located in OCCITANIE, about 1 hour south of TOULOUSE, at the foot of the mountains of the Pyrenees.
The country side of Ariège is famous for these rolling landscapes of greenery where you expect to see fairies and elves from behind the rocks. Everywhere you find vibrant forests and many cheerful rivers. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful departments in the South West of France.
The house, the Marbois lodging, the rooms and the Yoga shala are beautifully made with precious woods. It has a very cosy atmosphere, perfect for retreats.
A great opportunity to immerse yourself into an introspective time, with daily morning Yoga practice, Mindfulness Meditation and walks in nature, and a myriad of workshops will complete your wellness experience. Massage on request. Wifi.
The Retreat
This retreat is an invitation to celebrate life, dance, move, laugh, sing, meditate, reappropriate our body, explore our emotions, vibrate with nature, etc…
You will have the opportunity to participate in about 6 hours of guided activities per day, in a large wooden dome room, a beautiful Yoga Shala, or outdoors, depending on the weather.
The morning sessions of 2h30 hours will be followed by a delicious and ecological vegetarian lunch.
Each morning session will begin with:
30 min from Pranayama (breathing exercises)
Mindfulness meditation (or mindfulness),
then 30 min of joint heating and Pilates (abdominal belt strengthening), followed by Sukhita Yoga fluid and dynamic.
The course will end with postures of relaxing and restorative Yoga and guided relaxation.
After lunch: free time to explore the surroundings, and infuse the teachings.
In the afternoon, various workshops will be offered:
- A welcome opening circle upon arrival to clarify your intentions, and guide your introspective journey of the week into a sacred space.
- A spontaneous singing workshop with the talented musician, Yves Mesnil.
- 2 spontaneous dance sessions, on the theme of Chakras, facilitated by Nadine Debay. An invitation to regain spontaneity and creativity, exploring our potential to dance freely, guided by playful proposals.
- A silent walk in the Riberot valley and a practice of Metta, «loving-kindness Meditation», or Meditation of Benevolence accompanied by Opale
- A Kundalini Yoga session by the river
- A workshop on Human Design, facilitated by Stéphanie
- A relaxing Restorative Yoga session
- A circle of closure to leave behind the «old» and make room for the new, change, evolution.
After dinner, we will explore:- A sound journey, guided by the Solaris couple
- An Osho meditation: No-dimensions, in movement and music, guided by Opale.
- A concert of improvised music and spontaneous songs by the great musician Yves Mesnil.
- A circle of mantra songs, led by Chinmayan, who accompanies us on the guitar.
- A game night for laughing together.
- On the last morning, we will do an intuitive Sahaja Yoga session. We will finish with a final lunch together.
The lessons are suitable for all. We welcome complete beginners and those who have practised Yoga for some years.
All 3 meals are included: a healthy breakfast, vegetarian lunch and dinner.
Mindfulness
Did you know that the stiffest muscle of your body is the one inside your head? We are mostly limited by our mind. By learning to smile and relax your mind, you will find freedom in your body and flow with lightness in your practice. Experience a unique approach which integrated the tools of Mindfulness into the physical practice of Yoga.
Opale‘s background in various Yoga schools will promote the thorough study of each posture. She will gently ease you into the practice with breathing exercises and smooth movements to awaken the muscles and joints with preparation throughout the week for tougher poses through core and back strengthening exercises. Opale teaches with a professional and sensitive approach allowing for each individual student to grow with kindness and happiness. You will learn the unique tools of Sukhita Yoga, which will help you to improve your self confidence and be at ease. You will gain a lot more lightness in your practice and deal with life in a different way, changing your relation to the tensions.
Accommodation
Manaska is the perfect place to unwind. It is very tranquil and surrounded by vibrant unspoiled nature The rooms are with 2 single beds, and a private bathroom.
Possibility to stay alone in the double room on request, at an extra cost. Get in touch.
Food
Healthy bio vegetarian food will be servedin the indoor living room or on the lovely outdoor terrace. Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided.
Activities
An ideal location to recharge your batterie, to immerse yourself in mother Nature. A great place to hike around the location. Montbrun-bocage village is about 5 minutes drive and is the place where the artisanal market is held every Sunday.
