7 Day Yoga Retreat for Beginners in Knysna, South Africa
Yoga Retreat for Beginners in South Africa
The retreat is designed to give attendees a broad introduction to yoga asana, pranayama, mudra, bandha, meditation, and philosophy in a relaxing and beautiful setting. You also go on coastal and forest hikes, swim in the sea, and eat amazing vegan food! This is not just about learning yoga, but about giving yourself the opportunity to heal, grow, and begin a beautiful new journey into a world of self-care and inner exploration.
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Highlights
- Daily meditation
- Morning and evening yoga sessions
- Private one-to-one coaching session
- Robberg Nature and Knysna forest hike
- 6 nights accommodation in a private room
- All in-house meals
Skill level
- Beginner
Yoga styles
7 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Dining area
- Kitchen
- Lounge
Upmarket, clean, and spacious rooms
Vala House has a selection of beautiful rooms either ensuite or with shared amenities. The rooms are clean and comfortable and are serviced daily. Large rooms with balconies overlooking the expansive gardens are available. All rooms have either a queen or king-sized bed.
Program
Overview
The retreat is designed to give attendees a broad introduction to yoga asana, pranayama, mudra, bandha, meditation, and philosophy in a relaxing and beautiful setting. You will also go on coastal and forest hikes, swim in the sea, and eat amazing vegan food!
This is not just about learning yoga, but about giving yourself the opportunity to heal, grow, and begin a beautiful new journey into a world of self-care and inner exploration.
This yoga immersion retreat in the beautiful Garden Route builds the practical foundations of yoga in a systematic way for beginners who want to establish a daily home practice. Intermediate students who have been doing yoga but have not established themselves well enough in their practice can equally benefit from this yoga retreat for beginners.
Senior citizens and students who are not comfortable practicing yoga in regular city classes find this yoga retreat a perfect opportunity to explore their body, breath, and mind in a safe environment. They welcome all students and customize the classes to their abilities and needs.
This yoga immersion retreat for beginners covers the daily practice of meditation, two yoga sessions, and one theory class. You will also have free time allowing you to relax, go for a walk in mother nature, read inspiring books from the library or just relax and reflect. They also offer private coaching or consultations with expert teachers during afternoon breaks.
In Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra, the eightfold path is called ashtanga, which literally means “eight limbs” (ashta=eight, anga=limb). These eight steps basically act as guidelines on how to live a meaningful and purposeful life. They serve as a prescription for moral and ethical conduct and self-discipline; they direct attention toward one’s health, and they help you to acknowledge the spiritual aspects of nature.
Day 1
- 14:00 Welcome and settle in
- 16:00 Yoga
- 18:30 Dinner
- 20:00 Free time/conversations by the fire
Day 2
- 07:00 Yoga
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Workshop – What is yoga?/The eight limbs of yoga
- 12:30 Lunch
- 14:00 Free time
- 16:00 Yoga
- 18:30 Dinner
- 20:00 Free time/conversations by the fire
Day 3
- 07:00 Yoga
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Workshop – asana, pranayama, Mudra Bandha
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30 Beach trip
- 16:00 Yoga
- 18:30 Dinner
- 20:00 Free time/conversations by the fire
Day 4
- 07:00 Yoga
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Free time
- 12:30 Lunch
- 14:00 Biomimicry forest hike
- 17:00 Yoga
- 18:30 Dinner
- 20:00 Free time/conversations by the fire
Day 5
- 07:00 Yoga
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Free time
- 12:30 Lunch
- 14:00 Inspirational breathwork session
- 16:00 Yoga
- 18:30 Dinner out
- 20:00 Free time/conversations by the fire
Day 6
- 07:00 Yoga
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Reiki
- 12:30 Lunch
- 16:00 Yoga
- 18:30 Dinner
- 20:00 Free time/conversations by the fire
Day 7
- 07:00 Yoga
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Farewell
Included excursions
- Robberg Nature hike
- Knysna forest hike
- Biomimicry guided hike in Knysna forest
Instructors
Peter Townshend
Peter is the founder of Vala House and a registered 500RYT with Yoga Alliance. Peter teaches Classical yoga using the Vinyasa Krama system and Hatha yoga principles for all levels from beginners to advanced yogis. His teaching is rooted in both the lineage of Krishnamacharya and Swami Sivananda. His specific concentration is on yoga Nidra as taught by by Swami Satyananda Saraswati. Peter is also a registered RTT therapist, breathwork counsellor and life coach.
Retreat location
Vala House is set in a beautiful setting with lush gardens, fields, and views of the mountains. It sits on the edge of Knysna Forest, just twenty minutes to Knysna. It is also located twenty minutes to the sea at Brenton-on-Sea. Forest and coastal hikes nearby
Distances
- Knysna - 20 minutes
- Sea at Brenton-on-Sea - 20 minutes
Food
All in-house meals, snacks, and drinks are included.
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:
- Vegan
Things to do (optional)
Optional Reiki, energy balancing, kinesiology, and massage sessions
What's included
- 6 nights accommodation in a private room
- All in-house meals
- Snacks and drinks
- Daily meditation
- Morning and evening yoga sessions
- Yoga Philosophy
- Video shows
- Chanting once a week
- Private one-to-one coaching session
- Robberg Nature hike
- Knysna forest hike
- Biomimicry guided hike in Knysna forest
- Inspirational Breathwork Session
What's not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
George Airport
55 km away from your destination
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% 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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