Yoga Somatics & Meditation
Aromatherapy and Ayuverdic approach.
12-14 June 2020
(3 days / 2 nights)
(in English & Spanish)
The retreat in June 2020 will take place in the same beautiful location and old winery as in previous years. It is situated approximately 45-60 min drive from Valencia City. All activities will be bilingual, English with translation into Spanish. There will be time between Somatic yoga or meditation classes to simply wander along the quiet roads or stroll down to the nearby lagoon, which is visible from the house.
You will have also star-gazing, some healthy cooking ideas, use of some essential oils, and Irish music tuition. Yoga Somatics Valencia will also provide a short Reiki session (free) and aromatherapy massage on demand (not included in the package).
This retreat will be suitable for beginners, advanced students, and yoga teachers who want to revise or add a somatic approach to their own practice.
Essential Information
Dates: 12-14 June 2020
Numbers: 10-12 spaces only
Hours: from 15:00 on Friday until 15:30 on Sunday (It may be possible to arrive earlier on Friday to the Retreat House – please contact Erika to discuss)
Location: Casa Hoya de Hueli, 46367 Yátova, Valencia
Cost: €195 – €270 per person (fee inclusive of food and accommodation).
The cost varies depending on whether bedroom is private or shared and whether bathroom is ensuite or shared). Your space can be reserved with 30% deposit. If you wish to have a private bedroom and/or ensuite bathroom, we recommend you book as early as possible. For further information, please contact Erika +34 678821965 or erikapm2002@yahoo.co.uk.
Food: we provide healthy vegetarian meals, cooked where possible with locally sourced ingredients. If you have any dietary requirements (e.g. gluten free, lactose free, vegan), please discuss with Erika.
THE LOCATION
Casa Hoya de Hueli is an authentic 19th century spanish vineyard and farm that has been in the same family for generations. Although no longer in commercial use, the house and workers quarters and the old wine pressing rooms and barrels are unaltered since Alvaro, the current owner, was a child. The house itself retains most of its original features and is a wonderful example of a Valencian-style farmhouse. Both the house and surrounding fields are set high in the mountains, with beautiful vistas to all sides and a wonderful sense of peace and tranquility. The house has its own well and water supply and is powered through solar panels.
THE RETREAT
This Yoga Somatic retreat is suitable for all levels and includes both guided and non-guided meditations. Casa Hoya is the perfect setting for this retreat and an opportunity for anyone wishing to disconnect from the cacophony of urban living and rediscover their own equilibrium and inner harmony. There will be time between classes to simply wander along the quiet roads or stroll down to the nearby lagoon, which is visible from the house.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
Day 1 – Friday
From 15:00: Arrival (if coming from abroad, it may be possible to arrive earlier that day – contact Erika to discuss) | Registration | Yoga Somatic class & short meditation | Dinner | Star-gazing and Irish music tuition (optional activities).
Day 2 – Saturday
Meditation | Yoga Somatic class |Breakfast | Meditative Walk in the fields (optional activity) | Lunch| Yoga session and meditation| Aromatherapy | Start Gazing (optional activity) | Guided Meditation (optional activity)
Day 3 – Sunday
Meditation & Yoga Somatic class | Cooking ideas for healthy eating – some Ayurvedic principles (optional activity) |Planting Lavender in the fields of the farm | Lunch | Close (15:30)
About the Additional (Optional) Activites
Star gazing: The location is uniquely placed for watching the skies at night due to it’s extremely low levels of light pollution. More detail to follow
Lavander planting: details to follow
Aromatherapy: as is traditional on Erika’s retreats, she will offer some aromatherapy ideas for yoga and meditation practice.
Reiki & Massage: reiki or massage sessions will be available throughout the retreat.
Walk: guided walk in area close by, famed for it’s flora and fauna. Walk led by Alvaro, owner of the Finca.
Irish music tuition – details to follow shortly, but may include Irish tin whistle or Irish bodhrán (drum) or Irish rhythm guitar – or a mix of the above, depending on demand.
Boat trip on nearby lagoon
Details to follow shortly
Images from Retreat in October 2019
