A whole weekend of Yoga!
Including workshops, meditation, chanting and the experience of being at this beautiful Ashram, all yoga classes, accommodation and delicious organic, vegan mostly raw detox healthy food!
Enjoy the amazing Bhajans and Pujas at this beautiful Ashram. Fill up on delicious wholesome organic vegan food, superfood smoothies and our special raw detoxing soups.As we head to Shekinashram in Glastonbury for a wonderful weekend of yoga, there is time to relax and enjoy the stunning countryside or take a walk up the Tor, a sauna at the ashram, or if just chilling out sounds good - your choice!
Quietly situated on a small lane, at the foot of the hill that leads up to Glastonbury Tor, where the views are simply breathtaking over the surrounding hills and countryside - amongst the most attractive scenery in England. A perfect setting for a lovely chilled out weekend of yoga (open to all levels), healthy food, good company, country walks or just relaxing with the gentle April sunshine caressing your face… mmmm YOGA… in the beautiful hall with stained glass windows.
Hatha Yoga: The yoga taught will be traditional hatha yoga which consists of asanas, posture work and pranayama, breath control. The term Hatha embodies ‘ha’ the sun and ‘tha’ the moon. Symbolising the union of sun and moon, hatha yoga endeavors to balance the flow of energy in the body, creating union and balance, the essence of yoga. Also detoxing Kundalini Kriyas.
Asanas: The asanas aim at promoting health, efficiency and increased flexibility of the physical body. They work on the spine, joints, nerves, glands and internal organs. Through the practice of asanas you learn about your body and the way it functions for you, leading to greater understanding and awareness of your physical being. Using breath awareness as the key, asanas relax mind and body and facilitate a gateway to stillness and meditation.
Pranayama: Pranayama is the science of breath control. The practice of pranayama increases mental clarity, raises energy levels and with practice increases lung capacity. The inner stillness that arises from pranayama coupled with asanas practice is the natural pathway to meditation.
Meditation: “Without the help of meditation, you cannot attain Knowledge of the Self.” Swami Sivananda
The aim of meditation is to still the mind. Using techniques to control the mind, gradually the veils of ego and emotions can be peeled away, revealing the true Self, the nature of which is unalloyed bliss and happiness. Sitting in a steady seated pose, watching the
breath, focusing the mind, are the first steps in the beautiful journey of silence called meditation. Meditation will enable you to begin to experience the limiting nature of your mind and see the intellect as an instrument of the Self. This awareness guides us in conscious evolution and helps us seek out our innermost needs.
Chanting: Chanting is an expression of joy through sound. It melts the heart, fills the mind with purity and generates harmony. It offers a space to resonate in harmony with yourself, the group and your surroundings. Through chanting emotions can be transformed from suppression into expression, releasing blocks and embracing feeling in a whole and positive way. Chanting opens up personal expression and communication, an enjoyable experience of energy vibrations.
Daily Schedule:
** FRIDAY 16 APRIL **
Arrival from 2pm - Please arrive before 5pm
5.00pm - 6.30pm: Meet, Greet & Eat at 100 Monkey's cafe 52 high street (meal included in price)
7.30pm - 9.30pm: Bhajans (chanting)
** SATURDAY 17 APRIL **
7.30am: Puja and meditation
8.45: Breakfast
10.00am - 12.30am: Chandri - sOMa Yoga session (clearing away the obstacles, free flow, cleanse and detoxifying practice)
1.00pm - 5.00pm: The afternoon can be spent exploring the local nature, or book a massage
Free time / relaxation / massage / sauna
or visit Chalice Wells and Glastonbury Tor - optional 
ABOUT CHALICE WELL
At the foot of the Glastonbury Tor is the Chalice Well, a place of beauty, peace, and healing. Spiritual Pilgrims of all kinds have come to this special place from time immemorial. Here, according to legend, Joseph of Arimathea hid the chalice of the Holy Grail, and the waters of the well are claimed to have healing powers. Visit the Chalice Well Website where you will see a virtual trip up through the garden to the Chalice Well, known locally as the Red Spring, or the Blood Spring. There are so many special places to visit in this garden.The Chalice Well can be found on the main A361 road towards Shepton Mallet, at the foot of Glastonbury Tor. There is parking for Disabled Badge holders and public parking is generally available at the nearby Rural Life Museum in Bere Lane. There is, from the beginning of April to the end of September, a shuttle bus between the town center, (outside the Abbey), Chalice Well and the Tor, so you can park your car in one of the town center car parks if you wish. Chalice Well is 15 minutes walk from the town. More information
5pm - dinner at 100 Monkeys cafe (meal included in price)
7.00- 9.30pm: Chandri - sOMa Yoga session (Shiva/Shakti balancing, Asanas, Pranayama, Chanting and Meditation)
** SUNDAY 18 APRIL **
7.30am: Puja and meditation
8.45am: Breakfast
9.45am -11.00am: Chandri - sOMa Yoga session (Asana, Pranayama -Balancing the chakras- bija mantra, Yoga nidra)
11am: Mid morning Tea.
End of Program
12 noon: Depart Shekinashram
Treatments Available: Holistic full body, Ayurvedic, Indian Head Massage, Reiki, Thai yoga massage (at an extra cost).
Accommodation: Accommodation comprises of shared rooms.
Meals: Freshly prepared organic food.
www.shekinashram.org
ALL ROOM ACCOMODATION IN HOUSE SPACES HAVE BEEN BOOKED
A few more shared accomodation available:
Price: £149 for shared accomodation
all yoga sessions and meals, and shared accommodation in the beautiful Ashram included.
A retreat is the perfect opportunity to deepen your practise
Relax... Rebalance... Breath...
