yoga retreats
Over the past 18 months we have been running mini one day yoga retreats at Vanessa's Studio in Palmerston North and they have been so much fun! To date Vanessa has hosted many one day yoga retreats, all of which have been sold out also a gorgeous weekend yoga retreat in the Marlborough Sounds in April 2017. She dedicates her yoga retreats towards helping her students explore the many parts of yoga including meditation, yoga asanas, strength and focus, restorative, mindfulness and has also found much pleasure in preparing nutritious tasty food! She has had foot scrubs and foot baths, mindfulness mandala making, tea ceremonies and cooking classes too! Exciting news!! Our major yoga retreat for 2018 will be held in Bali! More information below!
"To my lovely yoga students that have attended my retreats - and quite a few coming along more than once! Thank you so much, I feel blessed that you chose to spend your precious time with me and am so happy that you are continuing to explore your yoga and meditation practice at a deeper level. My wish is that you'll continue to choose you and know that yoga doesn't just happen on the mat, it's in the positive choices you make, the language you speak, the love you have for yourself and the love you share with others. Namaste, Vanessa x"
"To my lovely yoga students that have attended my retreats - and quite a few coming along more than once! Thank you so much, I feel blessed that you chose to spend your precious time with me and am so happy that you are continuing to explore your yoga and meditation practice at a deeper level. My wish is that you'll continue to choose you and know that yoga doesn't just happen on the mat, it's in the positive choices you make, the language you speak, the love you have for yourself and the love you share with others. Namaste, Vanessa x"
Testimonials
A few of the testimonials from yoga retreat students.
"Thank you so much for today. I must say it is probably the best Yoga Retreat Ive been on. I totally loved it. Great people as well. The food was superb, so delicious. I'd love the salad recipes." Kylie
"Thank you so much for yesterday's retreat Vanessa it was beautiful. I had the most amazing time, I wish I could do that every day and I learnt so much. You've got me motivated!" Kate
"Thank you for Sunday I’m so glad that I came, I got so much more than a sense of grounding from the exercises, and the food …… all I can say is I want more – to heck with portion control :-) hahaha. If I ever end up on retreats elsewhere – and Sunday was my first – I have to say you’ve set a very high bar and if Marlborough Sounds is going to be as imagined then I’m not sure it will be surpass-able, go you!" Mike
"Thank you so much for today. I must say it is probably the best Yoga Retreat Ive been on. I totally loved it. Great people as well. The food was superb, so delicious. I'd love the salad recipes." Kylie
"Thank you so much for yesterday's retreat Vanessa it was beautiful. I had the most amazing time, I wish I could do that every day and I learnt so much. You've got me motivated!" Kate
"Thank you for Sunday I’m so glad that I came, I got so much more than a sense of grounding from the exercises, and the food …… all I can say is I want more – to heck with portion control :-) hahaha. If I ever end up on retreats elsewhere – and Sunday was my first – I have to say you’ve set a very high bar and if Marlborough Sounds is going to be as imagined then I’m not sure it will be surpass-able, go you!" Mike
A few pics from an amazing weekend long yoga retreat - Marlborough Sounds! 17-19 March 2017
BALI YOGA RETREAT! 1 -7 SEPTEMBER 2018
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To hold a yoga retreat in beautiful Bali is a dream come true. If you are wanting to de-stress, detox, invite more yoga, peace, balance and mindfulness into your life and enjoy a tropical yoga holiday then this retreat is for you! The yoga classes are suited to all levels and will include a variety of hatha, vinyasa, yin and restorative yoga.
We will be staying at Bali Swasti, the most amazing, tranquil and unique little yoga retreat hide away in Ubud, Bali, where their eco friendly values are second to none and their spa is really something special. You may choose to add on a day or two and experience their full day spa treatments for detoxing, stress relief and rejuvenation - bliss! The food at this eco retreat is nutritious, delicious and as much as possible is organically farmed on site - true farm to table goodness all the way. Watch here for more information on this perfect setting for our retreat: https://baliswasti.com/#watch. Bali Swasti is just a 20 minute walk to the village of Ubud, where you will be able to wander amongst the stunning art and craft markets, hosting beautiful silver jewellery and clothing. You'll be at the island's yoga spiritual and cultural hub at Ubud, a very special place. The retreat package includes: daily meditation and pranyama, daily yoga classes, 2 yoga workshops during the week, a personal one hour yoga consultation with your teacher Vanessa, 2 spa treatments - including a traditional balinese massage, a cultural day visit to the Holy Spring Water Temple, Gunung Kawi Temple, Rice Terraces and the stunning Tegenungan waterfall. You will also have the opportunity to have a professional yoga portrait taken with Vanessa - which you'll receive in print form, plus a digital copy after the retreat. All food and accommodation is included in the retreat, welcome drinks, breakfast, morning tea, lunch, dinner every day and we will enjoy two traditional Balinese dinners during our stay - heads up - these are commonly known as banquets! The accommodation is twin share and the cottages you'll be sharing are plenty big enough for two people, built from recycled teak wood and are authentically luxurious, a relaxing combination. Retreat Schedule: 7.10-7.30am Meditation and Pranyama 7.30-8.30 Yoga class 8.45 Organic Breakfast Free time Free time to relax, enjoy a spa treatment, have your one-on-one yoga consultation with Vanessa, explore, swim etc,etc! 12.30 Lunch Free time See above! 5pm-6pm Yoga/workshop 7.30pm Dinner This will be our main daily schedule, apart from when we go exploring for the day, visiting the temples, rice terraces and stunning waterfall. We will also attend a local yoga class and hang out at the Yoga Barn in Ubud for a few hours - a yoga centre that has to be experienced! Cost: NZ $1750 Early Bird Price: NZ$1590, To get the early bird price, your deposit of non refundable $500 to be paid by Wednesday 14 February - Valentines day... a perfect day to show yourself some love. Travel expenses are not included, however we have got a good deal with a travel broker we can put you on to who has currently quoted from NZ$1200 return Auckland-Bali. If you go through the broker she can organise you to be part of the group booking so you don't have to travel alone if you prefer. Travel from the airport to the yoga retreat at Swasti and return to the airport is not included, however this can be arranged by the travel broker also - easy! Spaces are limited to ensure there is an excellent yoga teacher to student ratio. To secure your space, a non-refundable deposit of NZ$500 is required, available spaces close by 28 February 2018, if not before. The balance to be paid by 30 June 2018. The Early Bird balance is to be paid by 30 April 2018. The yoga retreat commences 3pm on Saturday 1 September, concluding after checkout/or by 11am Friday 7 September 2018. We would love for you to join us! Come alone, you will be well taken care of, come with your best friend and make some new ones. Contact us now if you are keen! |
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