“Thank you for a wonderful and recharging yoga retreat experience. Very high quality classes, prepared in every detail including all round sensory experiences like beautiful scents, flowers and candles, tiny bell sounds and amazing views to the surrounding nature. There was even a little scented gift for each guest at the arrival!
Each class was really inspiring, making you feel great afterwards both in the body and the mind. You could feel both teachers really cared for each student, tirelessly demonstrating each pose and correcting our alignments and I could feel the difference in what I was able to do on the last day. I wish I could have a class like that every day. I highly recommend.” ~ Polona
Join Antonia and Hsin in this Autumn Yoga Retreat, where you will be able to deepen your practice and move through this time of change with patience, perseverance and strength.
Autumn is a season of transition, moving us through the dissolution of the old form towards transformation. As we prepare towards the Autumn Equinox, it is the time to celebrate everything that has come before, and the fruits of all our efforts, as well as embracing the dissolution of anything that is holding us back. As the days get shorter and colder, it’s important to slow down and be mindful of how we preserve, increase and channel our energy effectively.
Often the process of drawing our focus inwards and the process of dissolution can feel unsettling and cause feelings of anxiety or fear. However, if we are a strong vessel we can hold these feelings, understand their power, allow them to move through us and let them transform us. The deeper we move towards the darkness and wisdom within, the more we can shine through with strength and confidence.
Through this time of the year we are invited to reassess all aspects of ourselves and our lives and align more truthfully, consciously and effectively with our intentions. During our weekend together we will allow time for dynamic practices as well as for restorative practices that will support you in your journey towards increasing your physical and inner strength.
About Antonia
Antonia is passionate about constantly growing both as a student and teacher and has attended several teacher trainings. Her classes emphasise optimal alignment, through which students can cultivate great freedom and strength, openness and steadiness, playfulness and mindfulness. Antonia’s intention is to serve her students and support them create a deep transformation in their body, mind and heart.
Schedule
Throughout this retreat we are inviting you to listen to your body and honour its needs. Our aim is to make you feel nourished, calm, grounded and create space in your mind and heart. Although we encourage you to participate in all our sessions together, we also understand that the schedule might be a little intense if you need time to rest. We’d rather you do what you truly need, rather than feeling obliged to attend all sessions.
Friday:
16.00- Arrival
17.00-19.30- Asana Practice
19.30-20.30- Dinner
Saturday:
7.00-8.00- Morning Meditation, Pranayama, Chanting
8.00-9.00- Breakfast
10.30-12.30 Asana Practice
12.30-13.30- Lunch
15.00-16.00 Afternoon Tea
17.30-19.30- Asana Practice
19.30-20.30- Dinner
20.30-21.30 Meditation
Sunday:
7.00-8.00- Morning Meditation, Pranayama, Chanting
8.00-9.00- Breakfast
10.30-12.30- Asana Practice
12.30-13.30- Lunch
15.00-16:00 – Closing practice
16.00-17.00 Afternoon Tea
17.00- Departure
How to get there
West Lexham is in Norfolk to the east of Kings Lynn. The nearest town is Swaffham, to the South. It is close to rail and coach stops, and we strongly recommend coming here by public transport rather than driving, as there are plenty of easy links.
The nearest train station is Downham Market. Trains run from London Kings Cross to Downham Market every hour and every half hour at certain peak times. Journey times are approximately 1h 25m. Network Railcards give you a 1/3 off fares. If you are taking more than one train journey in the South of England or are travelling in a group it is well worth investigating it here.
Taxis from Downham Market:
PJ Taxis- 01366 385904 (our taxi partner – from £34 from Downham Market to West Lexham)
Bishops Travel – 01366 324307
From Swaffham:
Platinum Cars- 01760 725366/ 07760 761504
Al’s Cabs – 01760 720002
Matt’s Cabs – 07882 025209
The address of the West Lexham Manor is:
Nr Kings Lynn
Norfolk
PE32 2QN
Tel:01760 755 602
For more information please email:
Antonia – antoniapantazatou@gmail.com
Hsin – hsin@hsinhealing.com