8 Day Yoga and Meditation Basic Retreat: A Journey through the Chakras in Antugnac, France
Meditation and Yoga Retreat France "A Journey through the Chakras"
A beautiful retreat for beginners as well as experienced yogis, with profound asana instruction, meditation training and an introduction into the rich ancient yoga philosophy. On this inspiring retreat, you’ll get acquainted with the basic philosophy of yoga, which is about the Art of Living. Yoga is more than just doing exercises! It is a way of life, leading towards inner joy and freedom.
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Highlights
- Deepening meditation training
- Solid yoga instruction for all levels
- Insight to classic and timeless yoga philosophy
- 7 nights accommodation in a spacious and most charming single or double room
- Partial certificate upon completion acknowledged by IYF
- 3 daily meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Types
8 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Domaine de Mournac is a beautifully restored 14th-century stone coachhouse nestled within more than 15 acres of woodland and vineyards in the stunning Occitanie region of southern France.
The large heated outdoor pool is available for you to enjoy a swim at any time. Relax, unwind, and take in the beautiful natural surroundings.
All rooms have been recently renovated and feature modern en-suite bathrooms. With great views and charming interiors, you will be sure to enjoy your stay at Domaine de Mournac.
The retreat house offers flexible spaces, including a four-bedroom main house with a large semi-professional kitchen, dining room, two living rooms, and a separate activity space. Two additional self-contained studio apartments provide extra privacy, ideal for teachers or guests seeking a quiet area.
In total, there are six bedrooms, each with its own modern en-suite bathroom.
Program
Their basic retreats give you a fundamental training in your practice of asanas, meditation and an introduction to the ancient and universal yoga philosophy in a most accessible and practical way. These basic retreats are suitable for beginners as well as advanced practitioners in yoga. They form the preliminary modules for their International Raja Yoga Teacher Training, but can also be attended separately as a wonderful retreat for yourself.
Raja yoga is one of the oldest and most complete forms of yoga, where the asanas (physical practices) are considered to be a preparation for meditation. Thus Raja yoga includes Hatha yoga and all modern styles alike.
Meditation training is central to Raja Yoga, which is a training of the mind, nowadays also called: 'mindfulness'. Classic meditation training, however, goes beyond mindfulness, leading to higher states of consciousness. The philosophy they discuss is supportive to their meditation training and very applicable to manage your modern daily lives.
A Journey through the Chakras
In this retreat you’ll get acquainted with the subtle dimensions of your human being. You’ll go an inner journey through the chakras, or energy centers. In doing so you’ll focus on color, symbolism, psychology, and physical aspects and how to create a healthy inner balance.
Program
There are two yoga and meditation sessions a day, a longer and active morning session, completed with philosophy and dialogue, and a shorter, relaxing evening session. All afternoons are free to relax, to swim, to walk and to enjoy the wonderful nature surroundings.
Certification
This 50 hours training is part of La Borde Blanque's 500 hours International Raja Yoga Teacher Training, which will be indicated on the certificate.
Upon completion of this yoga teacher training, students will receive a 50-hour yoga federation partial certificate affiliated with IYF, EYA, and AFY. Registration with IYF, EYA, and AFY meets the identified standard set by the organization.
Day program
- 08:00 Tea and fruit
- 08:30 Asanas
- 09:45 Meditation
- 10:30 Breakfast in silence
- 11:00 Sharing and philosophy
- 13:00 Lunch
- Afternoons free
- 18:00 Dinner
- 19:30 Asanas
- 20:45 Meditation
- 21:30 Closing
Yoga asanas and relaxation
They offer various modern styles of Hatha yoga. Their approach is a mindful way of practicing yoga. This means, a quiet, attentive, and meditative approach. Although, they will also introduce dynamic flow series and be mindful in action! Everyone can participate at his or her level and there is plenty of room for personal variations and modifications.
Pranayama
Breath and energy practices. Learning to work and play with the physical breath, subtle prana flows and mental energy.
Pratyahara and Concentration and Meditation
To withdraw the senses and the attention within towards focus and meditation, in gradual steps and using different techniques, you will explore higher realms of consciousness under professional and experienced guidance.
Participation
No prior experience with yoga or meditation is required. Their Basic modules, or an equivalent experience, are a requirement to participate in their International Raja Yoga Teacher Training.
Preparation
No preparation is required, but familiarity with 'The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali' and some of the recommended reading is beneficial.
Recommended Reading:
- 'The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali'', Elleke van Kraalingen
- ‘Light on Life’, B.K.S. Iyengar
- ‘Light on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali’, B. K. S. Iyengar
- ‘Meditation and Imagination', Elleke van Kraalingen
Instructors
Elleke Van Kraalingen
Elleke's journey in yoga and meditation began when she was a child. In her early teenage years, she spontaneously started to meditate, following an inner guideline and set off on the path of yoga. Yoga and meditation became a way of life. For more than 35 years now she has been teaching the ancient form of Raja Yoga with love and passion and for 25 years she has been training yoga teachers. In your daily life at La Borde Blanque lies an invitation and challenge to practice the yoga way of life, each day, every minute.
Location
This retreat will take place at Domaine de Mournac, a charming property set in Mournac, Antugnac, France. Surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills, it offers a peaceful environment perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Food
They serve vegetarian food and organic food as much as possible and a major part of their meals is vegan. Their cooks specialize in all health diets.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Organic
- Other dietary requirements on request
Exclusive Gifts
Borde Blanque Retreats has prepared a few special surprises for you, including unique experiences and thoughtful extras to make your journey even more memorable.
A book as a gift
Things to do (optional)
The unique environment of Borde Blanque offers a wide range of activities. During your free time, you can make beautiful walks along the rivers, through the hills, forests, and mountains with stunning views. La Borde Blanque is directly situated on the lakeside with its private beach, where it’s lovely to swim in the crystal clear water. There are facilities in the nearby area to go horse riding, canoeing, or rafting.
You can taste the culture of France during a visit to colorful local markets. The area has a long and moving history, which you’ll find back in the old Cathar castles and picturesque medieval villages.
What's included
- 3 daily vegetarian meals
- 7 nights accommodation in a spacious and most charming single or double room
- Coffee, unlimited herbal teas, and snacks
- Daily meditation sessions
- Daily yoga classes
- High quality yoga philosophy and practice
- 50-hour Yoga Federation partial certificate
Included Exclusive Gifts
A book as a gift
As a participant in this retreat you'll receive a beautiful book, on yoga philosophy and meditation, written by Elleke
What's not included
- Additional activities
- Airfare
- Airport transportation
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Barcelona–El Prat Airport
185 km away from your destination
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Toulouse–Blagnac Airport
102 km away from your destination
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Carcassonne Airport
28 km away from your destination
By train and bus
Domaine de Mournac can also be reached by (international) trains to Toulouse and Carcassonne. International buses like Eurolines and Flixbus can take you to Toulouse Matabiau, the central train station of Toulouse.
The nearest train station is Espéraza station, 10 minutes from Domaine de Mournac. It's on the Carcassonne–Rivesaltes line and is served by TER Occitanie bus services to Limoux and Quillan. If you're traveling from Carcassonne Station to Espéraza, you can take a direct bus operated by liO – Service Public Occitanie Transports (Aude) from Carcassonne - Gare SNCF to Espéraza, which takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Shared transport
On request, La Borde Blanque tries to connect participants who travel through the same route and times, in order to share the transfer time and travel costs. This is usually from Toulouse.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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