7 Days Yoga, Meditation and Ayurvedic Retreat in Ibiza with a Guru from Bihar School of India

Facilities

You will be learning a lot in this unique yoga retreat in Ibiza, the ancient techniques of yogic cleansing called Shatkarmas, these techniques have been developed by ancient yogis to cleanse the toxins of the body. Neti (nasal flush), Vaman Dhauti (cleaning of the stomach and esophagus track), Laghoo Shankhaprakshalana (intestinal wash), and Trataka are some of the techniques you will be learning as part of Shatkarma practices.

Chanting of mantra and being part of a special Tantric fire ritual practice at the beginning and at the end of the yoga meditation retreat in Ibiza are some of the unique features.

Besides this, massage therapists will be available to give you massages in the traditional Ayurveda yoga massage technique. You may book your session on a direct payment basis if desired.

Who can join

If you are a beginner to yoga, this is a great opportunity to introduce yourself to the life-changing science of yoga. If you are an experienced practitioner, you can deepen your practice and also learn many new things that will be taught by a very experienced teacher.

What will you learn

• Introduction to asana (physical postures)
• Pranayama (breathing exercises), mudras (psychic gestures), Kriyas (yogic cleansing techniques)
• Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation technique), meditation and the philosophy of yoga, sacred Tantric fire rituals, and mantra chanting

You can expect to learn yoga and Tantra in their totality, how to incorporate the age-old wisdom of yoga and Tantra in your daily day to day life. Shiva's approach is making people know that yoga is not limited to the practice of asana (physical postures) only, and it does not start and finish on your yoga mat. The retreat will be lead by Gyanmitra Saraswati a senior and experienced teacher from the tradition of Bihar School of Yoga/Satyananda Yoga.

• You will feel regenerated, reconnected, rebalanced
• Everything you learn, you can bring in your new life
• You will experience joy, gratitude, relaxation, and fullness

In this retreat, you will be introduced to the traditional yogic cleansing practices from the tradition of Hatha yoga. Introduction to yoga Nidra (psychic sleep) a practice having its roots in the tantra, deep relaxation techniques, and various other experience which are unique and rare. The typical daily schedule will be as below however there will be minor changes to fit in the different practices of yoga that will be introduced and practiced during the retreat. This is a serious yoga retreat and Shiva encourage people to come with an open mind and heart to embrace the beautiful life-changing experience.

The retreat schedule

Day 1

Arrival at the retreat check-in at 3 p.m., welcome drink/ snacks, dinner followed by a group meeting. Opening sacred Tantric fire ceremony with chanting of mantras for an auspicious beginning.

Day 2-Day 6

• 06:30-07:15 Morning meditation
• 07:15-08:00 Tea and fresh fruits
• 08:00-09:30 Asana pranayama (physical practice and breath exercises)
• 10:00-11:30 Yoga philosophy
• 13:00-13:45 Buffet lunch
• 14:15-15:00 Yoga Nidra
• 15:15-16:30 Tea
• 16:30-18:00 Asana pranayama
• 19:00-20:00 Dinner

You will experience different events during the evening, dance, Tantra, kirtan, and music healing therapy. You can choose to go out and explore Ibiza. Shiva can organize tailored excursions

Day 7

Morning meditation, brunch, group meeting and check out at 10 a.m. An optional day spent on an ancient vessel from 1934 is available. If you take this optional activity, you will experience meditation, a sailing trip in the Ibiza sea; from San Antonio, you will explore the best zone of the north of Ibiza, and enjoy a Paella (vegan option available) and cava. You are a yogi but you can also enjoy life!

This retreat takes place on the magical island of Ibiza. It's common knowledge that Ibiza is the home to the best parties in the world, but Ibiza has its own very strong spiritual side. Since the Phoenician and Punician conquered the island, they were fascinated by its mysteries. The legend speaks about UFO sightings, sirens, apparitions, and of course lot of good energy.

Join in and discover how deep your connection with the island during the retreat can become, and this may become the turning point in your life.

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The concept and guidelines

Shiva sees the food we eat as the primary way of gaining and maintaining a healthy body and mind. Each ingredient forming a part of their recipes and their dishes ends up forming a part of their bodies.

In their kitchen, they use vegetarian, and to the biggest extent organic, local, and seasonal ingredients. They avoid processed food in favor of ingredients that still have their natural properties intact.

They cook their food with maximum respect, to avoid destroying enzymes and nutrients. For this reason, they usually use the dehydrator, slow heat, or a wok. They always keep the different macronutrients in mind, to create dishes and combining the ingredients that are easy on the digestive system, and that will flood your system with live food.

They can offer vegan options, as well as diets adapted to gluten-free or dairy-free diets or keeping in mind other food intolerances.

Chef Mar from Soulkitchen

Her name is Mar. She has a degree in Therapeutic Cooking from the Macrobiotic Institut of Cataluña (recognized by the prestigious Kushi Institut- Boston) and has trained in raw food with professionals like Mimi Kirk, Javier Andrés Medvedovsky and Chistine Mayr to whom she expresses all her gratitude.

Her project is called Mar Soulkitchen and her path has taken her towards a natural, energetic, conscious, and medical diet.

• Natural - selecting highest quality whole food, of ecological origin, avoiding any treatment and giving priority to the fresh, local and seasonal food this marvelous island has to offer.
• Energetic - taking into account the energy of each food, with the consideration that every food has an effect on our physical as well as mental, emotional and spiritual body. Through being aware and conscious of what we eat and why we are eating it, we are able to receive the best therapeutic and medicinal benefits of the food.

For the last 5 years, she has worked extensively with the top retreat companies in Ibiza, including Ibiza Retreats, Zen and Sound Healing Ibiza, Art of Movement Amsterdam as well as many private groups and returning clients. Besides working closely with retreats and private groups, she also offers personalized nutritional coaching and workshops. She is passionate about working with and supporting people to change their lives through wellness practices, nutrition and tailored detox programs.

She loves her work. Cooking is for her medicine and an art. It ́s necessary to accomplish the highest nutritional value as well as give pleasure to the sight and the taste, she really likes to take care of it. One of her greatest rewards is to see how you can feed the hearts. A meal cooked with love creates happiness and the soul feels cared for.

• Massages and therapies of any kind
• Excursions
• Transport

Massages and therapies of any kind are available during this retreat at extra cost. Sauna and swimming pool are also available. Don't hesitate to ask, Yoga Retreats Ibiza - SHIVA are here to support and help you.

• 6 nights accommodation
• All meals
• All yoga classes are included
• Extra evening events with music and dance
• Extra walking meditation
• Ayurvedic consultants
• Shatkarma
• Yoga materials
• Concierge

• Transportation from the airport and any other transportation which you may require is not included
• Last day spent on the vessel
• Massages
• Extra therapies

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• 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.