3 Day Iyengar, Hatha, Vinyasa and Meditative Arts Yoga Retreat in Ávila, Sierra de Gredos
Non-Dual Kashmir and Iyengar Yoga Retreat in Spain
Matrika Yoga and Personal Development invites you to join one of their Non-Dual Kashmir and Yoga Retreats. This is a weekend dedicated to your practice from the integration of Iyengar, Hatha, and Vinyasa Krama yoga and the philosophical weight of Shivaism from Kashmir, a philosophy of life without dogmas for the exploration of the nature of the Being. Supported by the amazing natural environment that the Sierra de Gredos offers, the professional experience of Pablo Ferrero, and the delicious vegetarian food, this retreat will leave you completely renewed.
Instructions will be offered in English and/or Spanish.
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Highlights
- Sound and vibration
- Dance and ecstatic arts
- Pranayamas and conscious breathing
- Iyengar and restorative yoga sessions
- Tantric meditations and Tibetan Buddhism
- Group dynamics and consciousness
- 2 nights accommodation
- Vegetarian full board
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Accommodation
Facilities
- Hot spring
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Temazcal
- Barbeque facilities
- Café
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Meditation garden
- Picnic area
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- Conference room
- Free parking
- Laundry
- Library
- Meeting room
- Tour assistance
El Pagano Retreat House has an occupation for approximately 25 people. It is a retreat center built through bio-construction techniques, noble materials from the area of Arenas de San Pedro and Candeleda, Ávila.
The rooms have all the comforts such as hot water, sheets, towels, soap, one toilet, and a shower per room.
Program
Entrance to the center from 6:00 p.m. (flexible to organization).
Arrival day
- 16:00 - 18:00 Entry to the retreat center
- 18:30 - 20:00 Yoga Class – Asana and Pranayama
- 20:30 Dinner
- 21:30 to 22:00 Meditative space
- 23:00 Rest and silence
Regular days
- 07:00 - 08:30 Activation, Pranayama, and Meditation
- 08:45 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 12:00 Outdoor activity
- 12:00 - 14:00 Yoga Class (Asana and Pranayama)
- 14:00 Lunch
- 17:00 - 18:00 Yoga Philosophy and Tantra yoga
- 18:30 - 20:00 Restorative yoga and pranayama
- 20:15 Dinner
- 21:30 - 22:00 Meditative space
- 23:00 Silence and rest
The program is provisional. In the afternoons, group dynamics such as Ecstatic Dance, Gong Baths, Meditative Dances, etc. might be included.
Last day
- 07:00 - 08:30 Yoga Class – Asana and Pranayama
- 08:45 Breakfast
- 10:45 - 11:45 Integration circle and closing
- 12:00 - 14:00 Ayurvedic Massage and Tandava (The Dance of Shiva).
- 14:30 Lunch
- 16:00 Retreat departure
The meditative arts encompass the vibration of sound, the use of the voice, and spiritual dances such as Sufi whirling, free movement, and ecstatic dance. Ask to find out if the retreat you book on Saturday afternoon will be a restorative yoga and pranayama class or a meditative arts monographic workshop.
Instructors
Pablo Ferrero
Born in Spain, Pablo is a yoga teacher, Ayurvedic masseur, and life coach. He has a Degree in Journalism and Communication Sciences and a Master's in Coaching and Personal Leadership from the University of Barcelona. His interests go from the power of human relationships to music, singing, and sound for healing purposes. Pablo integrates the traditions of B.K.S. Iyengar, Hatha - Vinyasa and the Tantric Shivaism of Kashmir. After more than 10 years of Iyengar practice, he got his training as an official Iyengar professor in Nice with Christian Pisano. Pablo hosts journeys around the world.
Retreat location
Located Arenas de San Pedro, Sierra de Gredos; El Pagano is a rural center aiming to integrate the traveler into an ideal natural space for observing birds, mammals, and multiple floral species.
Complement of the place are the multiple energetic activities carried out (Yoga, Tai-Chi, Reiki). These activities are an exercise that completes the connection with the location.
The insistent work of recovering the floral variety carried out by Manolo is an example that man and the environment can and must coexist.
Welcome to El Pagano, an oasis for the soul.
Unique features
Activities
- Hot spring
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Temazcal
General
- Barbeque facilities
- Café
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Meditation garden
- Picnic area
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
Services
- Conference room
- Laundry
- Library
- Meeting room
- Tour assistance
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Homemade vegetarian meals will be served. The diet consists of fruits, vegetables, and cereals.
Food allergies and intolerances can be catered. However, you need to inform Matrika Yoga one week in advance so they can take them into account in your menu.
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
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Lactose Free
Things to do (optional)
Ayurvedic massages
Private life coaching sessions
Spa treatments
- 1-hour life coaching session - 50 EUR
- 1-hour and 15 minutes Ayurvedic massage - 80 EUR
- 2-hour Ayurvedic Tantra massage - 180 EUR
- 1 -hour and 15 minutes osteopathy and craneosaral treatment - 60 EUR
What's included
- Activities in the program
- Full-board meals
- 2 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Ayurvedic yogic massage
- Individual life coaching sessions
- Transfer to the retreat
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
138 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD).
Arrival by bus
Take a bus from Madrid or anywhere else to Arenas de San Pedro. In Arenas de San Pedro, Matrika Yoga organizes a pick-up at 6:30 p.m. every Friday and Tuesday.
Arrival by car
The retreat is located in the mountains between the towns of Arenas de San Pedro and Candeleda. Once you make the reservation, Matrika Yoga will provide you with all the instructions to get to the retreat center without problems.
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 on arrival.
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