New Year Yoga Retreat
Braziers Park, Oxfordshire
Braziers Park, Oxfordshire
Saturday, 29th December 2018 - Tuesday, 1st January 2019
Lead Teachers: Atiya Khan & Kat Bayly
Retreat cost (3 nights) - £429 sharing / £499 single
We are delighted to be returning to the wonderful Braziers Park in Oxfordshire. We have been running retreats here for many years and feel it is the perfect location for our New Year Yoga Retreat. We are planning a deeply nourishing few days of yoga asana, pranayama, meditation, inspiration, wholesome vegetarian meals, good company and plenty of time for rest and reflection too. The grounds are large and nestled in beautiful countryside so lots of opportunity to walk and breathe the fresh country air. The winter months can be a treat at the manor house as we have the beauty of log fires to curl up with a book or have a chat over a cup of tea.
Massage will be available to unwind, deeply relax and nourish. Massage is at an additional cost and not included in the retreat price. Be sure to book early to secure your place... we look forward to shedding the old and welcoming the new with a rejuvenated spirit and joyful open heart!
Lead Teachers: Atiya Khan & Kat Bayly
Retreat cost (3 nights) - £429 sharing / £499 single
We are delighted to be returning to the wonderful Braziers Park in Oxfordshire. We have been running retreats here for many years and feel it is the perfect location for our New Year Yoga Retreat. We are planning a deeply nourishing few days of yoga asana, pranayama, meditation, inspiration, wholesome vegetarian meals, good company and plenty of time for rest and reflection too. The grounds are large and nestled in beautiful countryside so lots of opportunity to walk and breathe the fresh country air. The winter months can be a treat at the manor house as we have the beauty of log fires to curl up with a book or have a chat over a cup of tea.
Massage will be available to unwind, deeply relax and nourish. Massage is at an additional cost and not included in the retreat price. Be sure to book early to secure your place... we look forward to shedding the old and welcoming the new with a rejuvenated spirit and joyful open heart!
"Just came back from a marvellous New Year retreat with Yogaprema at Braziers Park. So much effort has been put into the event! The yoga, meditation, chanting, dancing, and workshops were all well organised and inspirational. The accommodation was warm, homely, with fabulous food, and the setting tranquil and relaxing. Overall," would thoroughly recommend this to anyone wanting to get away over new year and enjoy like minded company with enthusiastic teachers and therapeutic benefit!" - LIndsay 2016/7
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About Braziers Park
Braziers Park is a warm country manor house (formally home to 007!), set deep in beautiful countryside and the rolling Chiltern Hills of South Oxfordshire, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The location is perfect for a deeply relaxing and rejuvenating retreat.
The old manor is Grade II listed in the strawberry gothic style, it has so much character and beauty. There are real log fires, plentiful sofas and a grand piano amongst its charms. All set in 57 acres of land with beautiful gardens. Braziers is a working eco community with sheep, chickens, a walled vegetable garden and an ancient orchard.
The old manor is Grade II listed in the strawberry gothic style, it has so much character and beauty. There are real log fires, plentiful sofas and a grand piano amongst its charms. All set in 57 acres of land with beautiful gardens. Braziers is a working eco community with sheep, chickens, a walled vegetable garden and an ancient orchard.
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The Daily Programme
Flowing, traditional hatha yoga sessions will naturally open the heart and nurture you to a space of surrender and stillness. A typical class will include asana (postures), pranayama (breathing exercises), hands-on adjustments, guided relaxation, chanting and a taste of philosophy. Typically each class will last for between 1.5 & 2 hours. The morning class will be a 2 hour practice of traditional Hatha Yoga following the Sivananda method and the evening class will be Yin Yoga, a more held and restorative practice and there will be a Partner Yoga session where we practice in two's.
The days will begin with silent meditation and pranayama breathing exercises to relax and guide you to a space of inner silence, peace and happiness. There will be time to make yourself a cuppa before the morning yoga class and this is followed by breakfast, free time, massages, workshop and the afternoon yoga practice.
Atiya is also a Nutritional Therapist and will be leading a workshop to inspire you in your Yogic Diet and Healthy eating habits for the New Year.
In the evenings there will be other activities that may include meditation and a short talk about Yoga. On New Years Eve we will have songs around the bonfire, New Year intentions and we will see the New Year in with Movement Meditation (or conscious dancing!) Here is a general outline of the schedule for New Year (there may be slight changes as we feel necessary)
The days will begin with silent meditation and pranayama breathing exercises to relax and guide you to a space of inner silence, peace and happiness. There will be time to make yourself a cuppa before the morning yoga class and this is followed by breakfast, free time, massages, workshop and the afternoon yoga practice.
Atiya is also a Nutritional Therapist and will be leading a workshop to inspire you in your Yogic Diet and Healthy eating habits for the New Year.
In the evenings there will be other activities that may include meditation and a short talk about Yoga. On New Years Eve we will have songs around the bonfire, New Year intentions and we will see the New Year in with Movement Meditation (or conscious dancing!) Here is a general outline of the schedule for New Year (there may be slight changes as we feel necessary)
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Saturday 29th December 3.00pm Arrival, settle in to rooms 4.00pm Welcome chat 4.30pm Hatha / Sivananda Yoga Class 6.30pm Dinner 8.00pm Meditation & the Five Points of Yoga 9..00pm Good night Sunday 30th Dec 7.00am Meditation & Pranayama breathing exercises 8.00am Hatha / Sivananda Yoga Class 10.00am Breakfast 1.00pm Lunch 2.00pm Q & A - Yogic Diet / Nutritional Therapy 3.00pm Free time 4.30pm Yin Yoga Class 6.30pm Dinner 8.00pm Meditation / evening programme 9.00pm Sleep well |
Monday 31st Dec
7.00am Meditation & Pranayama breathing exercises 8.00am Hatha / Sivananda Yoga Class 10.00am Breakfast 1.00pm Lunch 4.30pm Partner Yoga Class 7.00pm Dinner 8.00pm - midnight - Meditation, setting positive intentions, Bonfire (weather permitting), Group sharing - bring an instrument if you like or share a story, poem, joke.... We will see the New Year in with a movement meditation. (i.e. conscous dancing!) Tuesday 1st Jan - Happy New Year!! 8.00am Meditation, inspiring words, New Year Intentions 9.00am Breakfast 10.00am Group walk 11.30am Hatha / Sivananda Yoga Class 1.30pm Lunch 2.30pm Retreat close 3.30pm Departure |
"Lila and her team managed to create a real feeling of family in such a short time. The setting was gorgeous, the yoga and meditation just perfect, and I really enjoyed the time to be still and quiet, as well as have a chance to meet some lovely people. In between the yoga and various activities, we had some lovely walks and lots of interesting ideas came up. All in all a beautiful way to welcome in the new year!" - Adina, 2016/7 New Year Retreat @ Braziers Park
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Things to do
Braziers Park is very quaint and quirky with plenty of space to nestle down with a book. There's the library, the study, dining room and an informal space by the log fire and grand piano.
There is a lovely woodland walk, which is a great opportunity to experience some of the wildlife beauties of the estate. There will be campfires, singing, delicious vegetarian food and plenty of time just to hang out and chat, meet new people, read, relax and enjoy being in community in natural surroundings.
A variety of massage treatments will also be available at additional cost.
There is a lovely woodland walk, which is a great opportunity to experience some of the wildlife beauties of the estate. There will be campfires, singing, delicious vegetarian food and plenty of time just to hang out and chat, meet new people, read, relax and enjoy being in community in natural surroundings.
A variety of massage treatments will also be available at additional cost.
Accommodation
Braziers Park is an attractive listed Grade II building set in 50 acres of land. All rooms are comfortable and charming. There are double, twin and triple rooms, with one family room. Please book early to secure the accommodation of your choice. All bathrooms are shared.
A limited number of single rooms are available. Arrival time on Saturday 29th December is from 3pm onwards and the first yoga class will be at 4pm. On Monday 1st January, the retreat will finish after lunch at around 2.30pm. |
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Retreat
Cost per person
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Braziers Park, Oxfordshire, Saturday 29th December 2018 - Tuesday, 1st January, 2019
£429 - shared room (double, twin and triple rooms)
£499 - single room The cost includes: Your accommodation Daily meditation, all yoga classes and workshops Delicious homemade/homegrown/local organic (where possible) vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) Beautiful nature walks Log fires Evening bonfire (weather permitting) |
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Travel
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Braziers Park is less than an hour and a half from London and just under 2 hours from Bristol. We will try and connect you with other participants to arrange lift sharing where possible.
Full travel details can be seen on the Braziers Park website: www.braziers.org.uk |
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To book
Payment options |
Please complete a booking form and forward your deposit of £100. Deposits are non-refundable. Places are not confirmed until the retreat deposit has been received. Full payment is required 4 weeks before the retreat start date. No refunds, credits or transfers will be given 4 weeks before, during or after the retreat has started.
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"I just wanted to say a really heart felt THANK YOU for including me in the retreat. It was an amazing few days . I learnt so much from the experience. Everyone involved added to the experience with their open hearted generosity, kindness, warm understanding and caring thoughts towards one another. The dedicated staff at Braziers for looking after us all so well and the delicious food that was so lovingly prepared . Also for the very special yoga classes both you and Swami Ambika led and to Sheila for the great Thai massage and dancing that all helped to make our New Year's Eve special. Very happy memories to take into 2017. I would love to be able to attend your new year retreat again. Namaste, Sue" - New Year Retreat, 2016/17
