Wednesday 28th December 2011 to Sunday 1st January 2012

Yoga and meditation connect us with our deepest presence, the part of ourselves that is already awake, spacious, open and intimately connected with all of life. Through an integrated practice of yoga flowing sequences, breathing, chanting and meditation, we will use this retreat to prepare the terrain for a deep inquiry into our lives.

Hepburn Retreat Centre Gardens & Accommodation

What is your deepest calling? What is your next step?

Our yoga and meditation practice can deepen our capacity to actually embody our ongoing awakening. Using deep and natural alignment principles and the breath, we can rest into this essential ground of beingness or consciousness in an authentic way. Paradoxically, as we rest in the silence of our own being, our inner voice becomes clearer and our deepest life can unfold.

Of course we all have times of pain and confusion. We can explore all our emotions as messages we need to listen to - not as obstacles. This retreat will be a special opportunity to listen deeply to ourselves, just as we are. From this deep listening, our deepest path can emerge. Imagine living a meaningful, fulfilling life, integrating your emotional exploration, with your experiential awakening, with your work in the world. Using the springboard of deep practice, times of silence and contemplation, the inspiring teachings of yoga and remembering our deep connection to the wold, this retreat will inspire you to find your direction and your gift to this world.

Accommodation, Yoga Class and Vegan food at Hepburn Retreat Centre

What is your love song to the world?

This retreat is ideal for those who have some yoga experience and want to integrate their inner practice with their work in the world. Yoga students, social workers, activists, community development workers - all those who want to create a better world, from all walks of life - are welcomed.This will be a deeply nourishing and inspiring retreat and a perfect way to start the new year!

Accommodation & Meals

The Retreat will be held at the Hepburn Retreat Centre in Hepburn Springs, near Daylesford which has simple, homely accommodation in peaceful surroundings near bush, mineral springs and walks. Accommodation will be shared with one or two others, with shared toilet and bathroom facilities.

Delicious, healthy and abundant vegetarian meals, beverages, fruit and snacks will be provided. Our chef for this retreat, Jase McDonald, has inspired past retreat participants with his amazing, beautiful meals. We are happy to cater for any special dietary requirements. You are welcome to bring your own (vegan) snacks.

Please note: as Hepburn Retreat Centre is a vegan sanctuary, on this retreat all food will be vegan - so no meat, eggs or dairy products are to be on the premises. Please feel free to discuss your needs further with Anahata.

Cost and Registration

The cost for the 5 Day Retreat is $685 full price, $650 concession. Cost includes extensive yoga tuition each day, delicious and abundant catering and shared accommodation. There is a $50 discount for those who have been on a retreat with Anahata before. Please book early as it is expected that this retreat will book out.

To register for this Retreat please email or phone Anahata Giri (see contact details below) and she will email or post a registration form. To secure your place, please send a deposit of $100 or the full payment by cheque or money order made out to Anahata Giri and sent to 86 Blair St Coburg 3058. Full payment is due by 15 December 2011. Please see my website for the refund policy.

For bookings and more information, please contact Anahata Giri on 0410 950 606 or email: anahatagiri@gmail.com or see website: www.yoga-with-anahata.com.au

About Anahata

Anahata Giri has been practicing yoga and meditation for more than 20 years and teaching for 7 years. She currently teaches at The Gertrude Street Yoga Studio and Prana House.

Registration

For more information please contact Anahata
www.yoga-with-anahata.com.au

Phone: 0410 950 606