Spanish Yin and Yang Yoga Retreat in Catalonia
from only £525 (excludes flights, nearest is Reus, or Barcelona)
If you are looking for a yoga holiday with a bit of a difference; a relaxing, laidback time where your only challenge is the yoga. Then join us for a week at this inspiring medieval fortified farmhouse. In between the fantastic yoga classes, and great food, you may want to go for a walk through the surrounding vineyards or just relax by the pool with a good book.About Us;
Florence and Nova have been practising yoga and meditation since the early 80s and teaching full time in London for more then 40 years combined. Both mother and daughter have acquired the Yoga Alliance Advanced qualifications through extensive training with a wide range of teachers internationally. Their teaching styles are inspired by the breath-synchronised dance of Vinyasa combined with the flow of prana and the sensitivity and softness of gentler approaches like yin and restorative yoga.
About the Retreat;
On on this retreat, the morning sessions start with gentle stretching and pranayama (breathing exercises) building gradually into a strong dynamic flow practice, Vinyasa, based loosely on the teachings of Shri K. Pattabhi Jois, Vinyasa takes some of the poses from the Primary Series but also includes balances and pranayama. It is a great class for those looking for a challenge. While balancing strength and flexibility develop a concentrated clear and focused mind. suitable for all levels of ability and its fun.
The more gentle evening sessions focus on the Yin practice which is a slow, deliberate and meditative class, which focuses on lengthening the body’s deep connective tissue, while using minimal muscle engagement and breath control. Each posture is held for extended periods to encourage a deep release. This Taoist Yoga practice helps to open the body's energy pathways, particularly though the hips, pelvis and lower spine. It is also very useful for bring the mind to stillness. This is an all seated relaxation practice.
Sample Timetable;
9am-10.30am Vinyasa Yoga
10.30-12pm Brunch
12pm Walk or Free-time
4.30pm-6pm Yin
7pm Dinner
9pm Meditate, read, or just relax
About The House & Area
The Medieval fortified farmhouse, is situated in the Penedès, surrounded by vineyards and several wineries that produce their own brands. The house has a swimming pool and large gardens, and is situated in the middle of nature, about 2km from a small rural town, and 15km from beaches of the Costa Dorada Tarragona.
There are roads running through the surrounding vineyards that can be covered on foot or by bike. In the village there is a pitch and putt centre and about 15 minutes away are two golf clubs, horse riding or go-kart tracks.
Getting there
The nearest airports are Barcelona and Reus, each of which are around 50km away, and the nearest railway station is Arboc, around 5km away.
If you require any more information please feel free to contact us at info@balanceyogaearth.co.uk or 07894588002