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Yin Yoga
Holding a pose in stillness and for a longer time is the magic ingredient of Yin Yoga. A practice that is derived from ancient Chinese and Taoist lineages, targeting the deeper tissues of the body including connective tissue, ligaments, tendons, and joint spaces.
Yin Yoga is mostly floor-based with the strong encouragement of props for support, as poses are held for 2-5 minutes. This is an ideal practice for restoration and to encourage a slower pace, mentally and physically.
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Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini Yoga is a combination of both spiritual and physical practices utilising specialised breath techniques, repetition of movement. meditation and mantra (chanting). This ancient science allows for personal transformation and growth by working with the flow of Kundalini energy (personal potential) inherent in every body.
Kundalini yoga differs in special ways to a Vinyasa, Hatha or Yin practice. If you've not yet experienced Kundalini yoga, come with an open mind and know you will be completely guided along the way.
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integrative qi gong
Qi Gong (chee goong) is an ancient health system from Traditional Chinese Medicine that combines integrated (slow) physical movement and mindfulness. It is suited to all ages and levels of fitness.
The practice is designed to guide and induce the free flow of energy Qi throughout the body, releasing tension and maintaining a sense of harmony to promote our health and a greater sense of well being.
Classes are closely aligned with our seasons and the 5 Element theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
“I invite you to explore these practices with me as a way to honour yourself and your unique energetic imprint and internal landscape. I often refer to my classes as a journey - physically, mentally & spiritually.”
— Joanna
2 daY yoga retreat
NOV 17-19, 2023
This retreat is designed to nourish the nervous system, rebuild from the ground up and reignite our light through an engagement with breath and nature, to harness Prāṇa (a Sanskrit term to describe vitality or energy).
We will utilise the lineage of Kundalini Yoga- with its unique combination of Prāṇayama (breathwork), mantra, mudra, meditation and repetitive rhythmic movement- to boost our energy reserves and healing capacity. Alongside Kundalini will be the restorative practices of Yin and Yoga Nidra to also provide an opportunity for relaxation throughout our weekend's journey.
Features:
~ 6+ Yoga sessions
~ 6 delicious, vegetarian meals
~ Guided nature walks
~ Sacred, silent time
~ Relaxation & restoration
~ Maximum 8 participants
Held at Clearview Retreat, ninety minutes north of Melbourne in the King Parrot Valley of central Victoria. Clearview Retreat backs onto the Tallarook forest and ranges, with immense views 100 kilometres across to Mount Buller and other spectacular mountain ranges. More info about retreat centre here.
Contact retreat owner Jocelyn Bennett ph 0437 813 737 or email
Gift Yourself:
Yoga for
Renewal & Reinvigoration
Investment:
$510 shared accomodation or $580 private
($445 for BYO tent and other camping gear)
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