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MORE ABOUT THE RETREAT

International Yoga Day and World Music Day fall on the same day on the 21st of June, the summer solstice, a special day when the Earth is at maximum tilt, causing the Sun to travel its longest path and give the Earth its longest hours of daylight. To celebrate this we are bringing together the two themes of Yoga and Music into a Nada Yoga retreat, outdoors in nature over the prior weekend.

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made.

Gospel of John 1 v1-3

The Sanskrit words Nada and Yoga mean “the flow of sound” and “union” respectively. Nada Yoga therefore is the yoga of sound. The process of union of the individual mind with cosmic consciousness through the flow of sounds.

This ancient Indian metaphysical system is a philosophical system, a form of medicine, and a form of Yoga. The system's theoretical and practical aspects are based on the premise that the entire cosmos and all that exists in it, including human beings, consists of vibrations, called nāda and that the energy of vibrations rather than of matter, form the building blocks of the cosmos.

Nada Yoga works as medicine and therapy, helping a person to lead a healthy, happy and balanced life in the world. On the path of Nada Yoga, the body is healed, the mind recovers its balance and the person becomes a fully functional individual, living with a sense of well-being. The benefits of music and sound as a medium to help improve wellbeing are increasingly becoming as well known, practiced and recognised as Yoga is.

This retreat will consist of a series of yoga workshops Yoga and music participation giving participants practical experiences of some of the traditional techniques used in different cultures around the world including; a gong bath sound journey, (a holistic immersion in healing sound waves), Kiritan (a call-and-response style song), vedic chanting, vocal toning, African drumming and dance.

The Gong Bath is a combination of sound healing meditation and transcendent chants to elevate mind body and soul and awaken and ignite your dormant energies. In a sound journey deep relaxation and stress release happens.

Tom has some incredible gongs which will amaze and inspire you plus crystal and Himalayan singing bowls that will awaken mind, body and soul. Sometimes other instruments are used such as chimes, bells, didgeridoo, shamanic drums, Tibetan ritual instruments and many others, to weave a rich tapestry of sacred healing to take you on a profound journey of awakening and self discovery.

Kirtan is a part of yogic practice and is an easy and very accessible way to experience some freedom from the turbulence of the monkey mind. Tom is an experienced Kirtan leader and musician who will lead the Kirtan session and often plays harmonium, guitar, tabla drums and other instruments to create a sacred space to connect with our spiritual essence and create some divine vibes. Kirtan is non-denominational, the Universal language of Spirit, the song of the Soul.

Even if we can’t play an instrument, or sing, somehow, we can connect with rhythms and melodies.

Feel free to bring an instrument, drum, rattle or a song if you would like to but no prior musical ability is required in order to benefit from the weekend.

ABOUT THE RETREAT LEADER

Tom Shanti is a qualified Kundalini Yoga instructor with over 12 years experience teaching Kundalini and Hatha Yoga in a wide range of situations across the UK including Tan-y-Garth Hall. He has studied various forms of tradition music from around the world including Tibetan muisc under Tibetan masters.

COSTS

Residential costs assume 2 people sharing a room.

However, a few rooms can be made available for single occupancy, for which a single room supplement of £35 per night is charged i.e. £70 for the weekend). Please enquire about availability before booking by calling 0300 302 1936 during our normal office hours of 10.00 AM - 6.00 PM Wed-Sun or by e-mail to admin@tanygarthhallretreat.co.uk.

Residential participant - Full price £295 (includes all vegetarian meals and refreshments plus 2 nights accommodation in a shared room)

IHS Members £280 with discount

We also have one discounted residential space for a camper van for £255 which includes the pitch, all meals and use of bathrooms.

IHS Members £230 with discount

Non-Residential participant £225 (includes vegetarian meals and refreshments only)

IHS Members £210 with discount.

PAYMENT

 You can pay online by debit or credit card via PAYPAL (you do not need to have a Paypal account for this). Subject to status Paypal may also give you the option to pay in 3 interest free instalments.

If you have any problems doing this please contact us on 0300 302 1936 during our normal office hours of 10.00 AM - 6.00 PM Wed-Sun or by e-mail to admin@tanygarthhallretreat.co.uk.

Once you have booked you will get an automatic confirmation e-mail. Reply to this if you have any special requirements e.g. single room, vegan, etc.

We will then invoice you for the balance within a few days. This will be due for payment no later than 1 week before the event takes place.

COVID PRECAUTIONS

In order to minimise any ongoing risk from Covid 19 we have a range of policies in place depending on the prevailing circumstances.

Please phone 0300 302 1936 for the latest information.

Fees fully refundable in event of new government imposed Covid restrictions.