You are invited to join for a deep dive into yoga, tantra, meditation, nature and ayurveda high up in the mystical Himalayan Mountains for 10 days over Navratri, The nine nights celebrating the Divine Feminine Principle, The Goddess in the form of Durga Ma, this Autumn 2024 .

Durga is aspect of consciousness that moves as the power of Love, the fearless heart and the fortitude of the heart. It is the energy that seeks to bring balance, equality and justice to the structures of our world and that asks each of us to look deeply within, to track and transform our shadows and to discover our authentic power, in service of our lives, our collective heart and our earth.

Our time together will include extensive daily practice and sādhanā in yoga and tantra, Ayurvedic wisdom and treatments (provided by the in-house team), stillness and time in nature, mountain hikes and visits to sacred sites, temples and magical corners of this part of Northern India.

You will be led by myself, Mischa, throughout the 10 days of immersive and exploratory practice and I will also be joined by Sulochana. Sulochana and I met in 2019 at the Tantric ashram of our guru in India and connected instantly through our devotion and love for India, Spirit, Goddess and the Tantric Path. We offered our first collaboration in Yoga and Tantra later that same year! Sulochana will be supporting the Tantric Rituals which come through direct initiation and with permission from the lineage and she will also be further sharing her wisdom of Yoga and Tantra and her gift of music during our time together!

THE EXPERIENCE:

Daily Yoga & Tantric Practices:

Cultivate daily sādhana through mantra, mudra, pranayama and kriya
Practice immersive Rasa Yoga with attention to alignment and biomechanics, intelligent sequencing through both stillness in held postures and creative flow.
Traditional Tantric Ritual including Yagna, fire ceremony and Yantra making (from the Sri Bhairavanand Tantra Lineage with initiaton and permission from Gurujii Maharaj and Guruma).
Explore facets of Tantric philsophy through teachings and practices
Deeply rejuvenate with restorative yoga sessions
Open your heart with devotional chanting and the power of mantra and voice

Codes of Divine Feminine:

Invoke the Energy and awaken the consciousness of the Tantric Deity Durga Maa
Connect to the supporting energies of Kali, Lakshmi and Saraswati Maa
Explore practices including asana, pranayama, kriya, mantra and mudra to tap into Truth and awaken courage and bravery, inner strength and the power of Love

Wheel of the Year:

Harness the power of the season, shortly after Equinox, a night of balance, where we then start to shift into the longer nights, retreating into the darker months of Autumn and Winter.

Shadow tracking:

Guided Inquiry, contemplation and sharing to deepen awareness of limited beliefs and to alchemise the power of our shadows into gold

Celebration & Offering:

Activate the vibration of joy through devotional practices, ritual, prayer and community

Wellness & Rejuvention:

Be supported by Ayurvedic treatments, nourishment (diet and herbs) and wisdom to balance and energise your body, mind, heart and soul.

Immersion in Nature:

Spend 10 days in the lap of the Himalayas, the Land of the Gods, majestic views, clean air, simplicity, endless walks. Discover inner and outer spaciousness.

Experience Sacred Sites & Yatra (pilgrimage):

Visit and spend time at powerful and ancient temples and shrines and experience the local Kumaon culture.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED:

9 nights accommodation (options for single or shared)

Wholesome vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Daily sadhana & yoga practices

Devotional Navratri practices & Tantric ritual

Meditation, Pranayama & Chanting

Mythic yoga flow

Naadi Parikshan (pulse diagnosis) & consultation with in-house doctor

4 sessions of Ayurvedic treatments

One-to-one Ayurvedic advice on lifestyle & diet

One group session on Ayurvedic Wellbeing by in-house Vaidya (doctor)

Visits to powerful temples (as a group, and accessible by foot so available to visit in your free time!)

Moutain hikes

Additional group activities and excursions during the trip, to be revealed once you arrive!

NOT INCLUDED:

International and domestic flights

Transfers to and from the retreat, although I can assist in booking these for you.

Hotel stays in Delhi

Additional ayurvedic treatments or medicines

Meals taken outside of the retreat

Donations at temples and sacred sites

Visas & travel insurance, please check requirements in advance.

Personal shopping

TRAVEL

Arrival: Please arrive in Delhi by 2nd October Evening (Delhi Accommodation not included, however once you confirm your booking, I will connect you with the group and make suggestions so that, if you wish, you can gather and travel together).

TRAIN

There is an Express Train which departs from Delhi to Kathgodam approx 6 AM on 3 October. I will arrange your tickets and recommend travel as a group, unless you are planning to arrive in the mountains at an earlier date. You will be met by a minibus at Kathgodam Station for travel from Kathgodam to Kasar Devi.

Departure: There are trains departing Kathgodam both AM and PM on Saturday 12th October. I would advise travelling on the PM train and booking your return flight on Sunday 13th October to keep your travel spacious.

DOMESTIC FLIGHTS

You may also fly from Delhi to the closest airport, Pantnagar, from which it is about 4 hours taxi drive.

VISAS & TRAVEL INSURANCE
Your are responsible for arranging your visas and checking any additional travel requirements from your country.

More details coming very soon. If you have questions or would like to claim your Super Early Bird space (limited availability until 1 April or sold out), send me an EMAIL and I can’t wait to welcome you to this magical corner of India for a transformative journey together.

OTHER

Are you an Indian National or Resident? Please contact me individually for the price.

PAYMENT

SUPER EARLYBIRD VALID UNTIL 1 APRIL, 2024. SOLD OUT.

EARLYBIRD VALID UNTIL 1 JUNE, 2024. Shared £1195 | Single Occupancy £1595

STANDARD. Shared £1345 | Single Occupancy £1745

A DEPOSIT OF 25% confirms your booking. The remaining balance is due 2 months before by 2 August, 2024.

CANCELLATION POLICY

ALL DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

THE REMAINING BALANCE IS DUE 2 MONTHS BEFORE THE RETREAT START DATE.

BOOKINGS WITHIN THE LAST 2 MONTHS MUST BE PAID IN FULL AT TIME OF BOOKING.

50% BALANCE (NOT INCLUDING THE DEPOSIT) WILL BE REFUNDED 30-60 DAYS BEFORE THE RETREAT START DATE.