4 Day Meditative Yoga Retreat in Mērsrags, Courland, Latvia
Meditative Yoga Retreat in Latvia
This 4-day yoga retreat in the beautiful Courland region of Latvia offers a unique blend of yoga, meditation, and personal growth activities. Participants will enjoy daily yoga sessions including Ashtanga yoga, back bends, balancing exercises, breathing, and strengthening exercises. In addition to yoga, the retreat offers free time for relaxation, individual walks, and collecting natural objects to create a personal mandala of memories. Join this retreat for a transformative and unforgettable yoga retreat in Latvia.
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Highlights
- Ashtanga yoga class
- Daily meditation
- Learn breathing, balancing, and strengthening exercises
- Free time for individual walks
- Daily meals (lunch and dinner)
- Beverages and snacks
- 3 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Yoga styles
4 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Kitchen
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
The guest house is located in the town of Mērsrags, Latvia, on the coast of the Baltic Sea, just 30 meters from the shore. There are four rooms on the second floor.. On the first floor, the living room is combined with the kitchen. The accommodation is suitable for up to seven people.
The rental includes bed linens, towels, a yoga mat, and WiFi. The house has two small twin rooms and a master bedroom for two people, complete with a balcony and a stunning sea view. Additionally, there is a single room with a balcony and forest view. All of the bedrooms are situated on the second floor, where one toilet is available. On the first floor, you will find a shower, toilet, and washing machine, as well as a kitchen area. And space for yoga classes is situatedin other house, just next to.
When you step outside, the sea is right at your feet, always changing and wonderful. While the immediate area is rocky, a fabulous, sandy, clean, and quiet beach is just a kilometer away.
Program
Day 1
- 14:00 - 18:00 Entry
- 18:00 - 19:00 Dinner
- 19:00 - 20:00 Free time
- 20:00 - 21:00 Meditation and talks
Day 2
- 07:00 - 07:45 Morning walk to the beach and joint exercise on the beach sand
- 08:00 - 08:45 Morning tea/coffee, nuts, and fruits
- 09:00 - 10:30 Asanas, stretching, strengthening exercises
- 10:30 - 12:00 Free time for individual walks, reading, and collecting natural objects that will be needed to create a mandala of memories
- 12:00 - 13:00 Lunch
- 13:00 - 15:00 Free time for relaxation
- 15:00 - 17:00 Asanas (for improvement and retention)
- 17:00 - 18:00 Free time
- 18:00 - 19:00 Dinner
- 19:00 - 20:00 Free time
- 20:00 - 21:00 Meditation and talks
Day 4
- 07:00 - 07:45 Morning walk to the beach and joint exercise on the beach sand
- 08:00 - 08:45 Morning tea/coffee, nuts, and fruits
- 09:00 - 10:30 Asana, breathing, balancing, and strengthening exercises
- 11:00 - 12:00 Free time for individual walks, reading, and collecting natural objects that will be needed to create a mandala of memories
- 12:00 - 13:00 Lunch
- 13:00 - 15:00 Free time for relaxation
- 15:00 - 16:30 Asanas (for improvement and retention)
- 16:30 - 18:00 Free time
- 18:00 - 19:00 Dinner
- 19:00 - 20:00 Departure
Included excursions
The retreat includes morning walks to the beach and joint exercise on the beach sand.
Instructors
Ilona Sproģe
2004.y. Diploma Agricultural University of Latvia Bachelor of Social Sciences in Economics. According to the USUI REIKI RYOHO traditional system of natural healing certificate to certify that Ilona Sproģe has completed "Sjoden" 2009.y, "Okuden" 2009.y and "Shinpiden" 2011y. levels. 2017.y Diploma The second professional qualification of a cook at the restaurant service school. 2018.y certificate "Wave relaxing therapy massage". 2021.y certificate advanced teachers training course (900 hours) in yoga education proficient to teach yoga concepts and techniques.
Retreat location
Mērsrags is a charming harbor town situated in the Courland region of Latvia. Surrounded by vast woodlands and adjacent to Lake Engure, the town boasts an array of beautiful landscapes, including seaside, lake reservation, everglades, lagoons, sand dune forest, and rural and urban landscapes. With a rich history that dates back to the 15th century, Mērsrags is a popular destination for birdwatchers and anglers, offering a developed infrastructure for tourism. Visit the birdwatching tower, explore the museums, and indulge in the local specialty of smoked fish. Mērsrags is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking to experience the beauty of Latvia's Courland region.
Distances
- Shore, 30 meters
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
This retreat serves delicious vegetarian food, following the Sattvic diet in the yoga tradition.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
Things to do (optional)
You will have free time for individual walks, reading, and collecting natural objects that will be needed to create a mandala of memories.
What's included
- All yoga classes
- Daily meditation
- Free time for individual walks
- Daily meals (lunch and dinner)
- Beverages and snacks
- 3 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Cleaning of the premises
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Riga International Airport
70 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Riga International Airport (RIX). Transfer from and to the airport is not included.
To get from Riga International Airport to Mērsrags, you can take a bus from the Rīgas SAO bus terminal.
Arrival by bus
There are two bus routes available, Route 7946 by SIA NORMA-A or Route 7947 by AS Talsu Autotransports, both leading to the same destination.
- Route 7946 starts at 07:30 from Rīgas SAO and stops at Dubultu Stacija and Mazirbe before reaching Mērsrags. The trip costs 4.25 EUR and takes around 1 hour and 59 minutes to reach the location.
- Route 7947 by AS Talsu Autotransports has stops at Dubulti, Roja, and Talsi before arriving at Mērsrags. This route also costs 4.25 EUR and takes around 1 hour and 55 minutes.
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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