Spring Vitality Day Retreat

"In Spring the energy that has been accumulating beneath the ground in Winter explodes above the ground. The qualities often associated with Spring are - birth, rapid growth, vibrancy, vitality, creativity renewal, fresh opportunities and new beginnings. There is a power and insistence that is associated with this new life. Spring is assertive"

- Dru yoga for all seasons by Padma McIntyre & Helena Waters

 

Welcome in the vibrant Spring energy with this day retreat. Learn yoga practices to re-energise and rejuvenate so that you can feel refreshed and ready to enjoy life to the full.

 

Spring flowers

Over the day you will:

  • have time away from your daily routine to nurture and support your own wellbeing
  • immerse yourself in yoga practices which supports the transition from Winter into Spring so that you can feel more energised, connected and balanced in your body, mind and emotions
  • have space to listen deeply to your own intuition
  • connect with nature and the seasonal rhythms allowing you to be more grounded, steady and unshakable in your mind and emotions
  • have time to reflect on how to sustain your energy levels in your life. Which projects or priorities do you want to place your energies on in the coming growing season? How will you achieve this?

 

You will leave the day feeling connected to the earth and in harmony with the seasonal flow. You will also have had an opportunity to nurture your body and mind so that you feel energised and rejuvenated. With this sense of revitalisation you can enter the Spring with a sense of enthusiasm and direction for the coming months.

 

  • This day would make an ideal introduction if you always had a desire to try yoga but are unable to make a regular class commitment
  • The retreat is also for you if you already experienced yoga and want to take your knowledge to the next level
  • Away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, this is for you if you want to spend time nurturing yourself and support your own wellbeing

What to expect:

Upon arrival at Mellor Parish Centre you will be offer a morning drink and refreshment. There will be a morning yoga session combining soft flowing movements of Dru yoga with breathwork. We will also use affirmations and mudra to cultivate a sense of vitality and purpose for this years growing season.

A lunch of seasonal homemade soup and bread will be provided. All food will be vegetarian. Tea and cake will be available later in the afternoon.

After lunch we will take a walk around the countryside Mellor Church, pausing to connect with nature and practicing a little yoga outside too. The walk will be just under 2 miles long across fields and tracks.

The afternoon yoga session will be focused on relaxing deeply with a gentle yoga sequence, guided yoga nidra practice and meditation to finish.

Day retreat programme

10.00 - 10.30 am   Arrive and welcome - tea and refreshment

10.30 - 12.30 pm   Morning yoga session

12.30 - 1.30 pm     Lunch

1.30 - 2.30 pm       Walk through the beautiful Mellor countryside

2.30 - 3.00 pm       Tea and cake

3.00 - 4.00 pm       Afternoon yoga session including yoga nidra and meditation

 

N.B. This programme is subject to change in the event of adverse weather conditions

Details

Date: 2nd April 2022

Time: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Where: Mellor Parish Centre, Church Road, Mellor, Stockport. SK6 5LX

Investment: £65.00

Places are limited so please book here to reserve your place.

All food is included. If you have any special dietary requirements please let me know in advance. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket with you. You might also like to bring a yoga block if you have one and a small cushion for extra comfort if you wish.

 

If you have a yoga mat and blanket please bring it with you. I have spare mats available for anyone who needs one.

All yoga abilities are welcome. However please note that as walking is an inherent part of the day you must be fit and mobile enough to walk approximately 2 miles over fields and track.

Mellor Parish Centre

Why choose me?

Susan Rodway-Hall

Hello I'm Susan.

I am a registered yoga therapist, Thai yoga massage practitioner and Dru yoga teacher. While I love I love yoga, I also I love being out in nature and connecting with the seasons. Connecting with our natural world can benefit our health and wellbeing greatly. I believe that yoga and nature are the perfect way to recharge ourselves from the stresses of modern day life.

I run weekly Dru yoga classes as well as seasonal yoga and walking events in the Romiley and Marple area.