WELLBEING
Deep Blue Retreat's dedicated twice daily Yoga Asana practice will enrich the body, improving overall strength, develop inward discipline & focus, and create a sense of deep inner calmness.
Practices in meditation and breath work are entwined to calm the nervous system and reinvigorate one’s energy.
PHILOSOPHY
Deep Blue retreat is an opportunity to dive inward. Taking time to step back from the busyness and external demands of everyday life, a space to witness yourself & what is & is not serving you.
We explore tools for building habits to live a more self-serving life, while nourishing ourselves with time, time for movement, quietness, simplicity, and relaxation.
STAY
Deep Blue Retreat is a 6-night retreat, giving your body, mind and soul the chance to learn, re-align, play, enjoy, laugh and relax.
Natural, nutritional food is served daily, with many of the fresh produce grown in the Organic gardens.
Immerse yourself in learnings on meditation, pranayama, Yoga Nidra and yoga Asana.
YOGA
Just after sunrise we begin our outdoor Yoga session, with uninterrupted views of the horizon. The Hatha based practice is Alignment focused, asking students to observe the strengths & compensations of their body, witness the tyranny of the mind, and persist with the challenges that come with being present within our physical, mental and emotional selves.
As the sun begins to cool in the late afternoon, we bring our afternoon practice inside. Following Iyengar’s key teachings, there are yoga blocks, straps & blankets for everyone to assist in finding the best alignment possible for their bodies, at that moment.
About your Teacher, Blue
I went to my first yoga class while studying for my MSc in London. My deepest studies have followed Patanjali’s Classical Yoga philosophies and Iyengar’s Hatha teachings. I teach an alignment-focused practice, bringing the attention of our busy minds to the fine tunings of our internal selves, both the physical and mental.
In addition to yoga, I have enjoyed 15 years coaching in Strength & Conditioning, specialising in endurance training since 20.19. When I am not on the mat I can be found in the mountains, trail running, hiking or snowboarding.
About your Teacher, Cecilia
I first stepped on a yoga mat in 2011 and have been practising yoga since then.
Influenced by my studies and practice, I teach energetic and fun movement practice with a grounding element of alignment. I guide students to pay attention to their alignment and actions throughout the asana practice. This is what I have discovered in yoga and it helps me to take good care of my emotions and well being.
In addition to yoga, you can find me with my drawing board, designing buildings or at construction sites talking to contractors as an architect. I also play violin and enjoy doing life drawing classes.
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STAY
The quaint Estate is surrounded by plum orchards with four houses for guest accommodation each with its own private wooden hot-tub. Each house has it's own fully equipped kitchen, dinning room, relaxation living room and bathroom. There is a sauna for guest use. With several outdoor seating areas it is perfectly designed to bring people together while serving those that seek quiet time to themselves.
Activities
Deep Blue Retreat
Yoga
Following Iyengar’s teachings, we will practice alignment focused yoga together, twice daily. Our morning practice is 2 hours. Don’t sweat it- we will guide you through Meditations, Yoga Nidra, Pranayama (breathing) & Savasana.
In the later afternoon we will practice for 90 minutes together. Our intent is to deep dive into the learning, you get to choose your intensity.
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