Autumn Kula (waitlist open)

rising yin - a Day Retreat

Cowdray Hall , cowdray estate, midhurst, west sussex

Sunday 13th November 2022 9.30am-6pm (guide)

“ in the 3 months of Autumn all things in nature reach their full maturity, the grains ripen and harvesting occurs. The heavenly energy cools , as does the weather. The wind begins to stir. This is the changing of the pivoting when the yang or active phase turns into its opposite, the yin, or passive phase…….Just as the weather in autumn turns harsh, so does the emotional climate,…. it is therefore important to remain calm and peaceful……so that one can make the transition to winter smoothly. This is the time to gather one’s spirit and energy, be more focused…..One must keep the lung energy full, clean and quiet. This means practising breathing exercises to enhance lung Qi…….”

(The Yellow Emperors Classic of Medicine - Chapter 2 The Art of Life through the Four Seasons)

our retreat location :

Cowdray Estate is “ a holistic estate that cares about the land” . Set in 16,500 acres of exceptional land in West Sussex, beneath the South Downs, this family owned estate has been passed down through the generations. Cowdray adopts an environmentally focused approach to the management of the land and their local estate produce is available at the Farm shop and Café. In addition, Cowdray has developed a wellbeing centre (Cowdray Hall) and offers diverse sporting and leisure opportunities with their polo school and golf facilities……I hope that you might be able to join me for a day of ascending yin through yoga, movement, mudra, meditation, workshop, tea ceremony and sound.

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I am so happy to be collaborating again with Lera from T-Lovers and Emmeline (holistic therapist & meditation teacher) from Sakura wellbeing to create a nurturing day for you

we will share in a day of self care through stillness, mindfulness, movement, meditation and sound. The autumn time is a time of appreciation and nourishment of our spirit. this season is also the yin to springs yang of expansion, and therefore a time of contraction as earth slows down in preparation for rest.

What will our day include :

Themed to Autumn and the associated Wuxin ( Five Elements) Metal energy of this season, we will explore part of the ancient Daoist philosophy of yin and yang with gentle focus toward the rising Yin energy of Autumns metal phase. We will be immersing in knowledge of the tools for extending self compassion, sharing in a tea ceremony, synchronising our breath with movement through yoga, qigong and resting to the energy of sound.

The day will include a Chadao ceremony, self compassion workshop, a hatha fusion class ( yoga and qigong), yin yoga session closing with a sound bath.

Lunch and refreshments are included in the cost. As usual, I will offer my teaching on a dana basis. There will be only 15 spaces available

Timetable ( a guide 0nly)

09.30am Arrive and meet fellow guests

10.15-11.30 - Chadao with Lera

11.45-12.45 - Yoga fusion practice (yoga, qigong)

13.00-14.00 - Lunch

14.00-15.30 - Self compassion workshop with Emmeline

15.45-16.15 - Autumnal Nature immersion - enjoy a refreshing walk through the woodland alongside Cowdray Hall (weather dependant)

16.30-18.00 - Yin yoga & Sound bath

Close - refreshments and farewells x

Location:

Cowdray Hall, Parkway, Easebourne, Midhurst GU29 0AW.

Cowdray Hall is on the same section of the estate as Cowdray Office. This section is on the opposite side, across the road from Cowdray Farm shop and cafe. Ample parking on site. Sat nav might take you to Cowdray Farm shop.

Cost for the day :

£75 plus dana. Terms: Deposit ( non returnable ) of £40 to confirm space. Balance of £35 by 31st October 2022. Dana contribution can be made after the day has closed. Dana is the Buddhist practice of giving from the heart and a practice of reciprocity. Your dana contribution should reflect what you are happy to offer.

To book:

Please complete a retreat form and return to me by email ( photo or scan) with confirmation of deposit payment to banking details on the form. Do use my contact form if you have any queries x

I hope that you can join me…….meet you there x

Warmest wishes

Yinny x