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SUMMARY:Finland Ashtanga Summer (family friendly) Retreat in July 5-18 2021
DESCRIPTION:Summer retreat at Houtskar July 5th – 18th 2021:\nWeek 1: 5.-11.7.\nWeek 2: 12.-18.7.\n\n\nPrereservations of Lodging and boarding at:\nhttp://www.joinup.fi/registration/\n\n\nIf you have any questions about lodging or boarding\, please contact info@skargardsskolan.fi. \n\n\nPrice list is not yet offiacially launched\, but it will follow the Summer 2020 priceplan for Kustavi:https://astangajooga.fi/summer/prices/\n\n\nPlease note: Yoga program registrations are not yet open! We will announce when the program is ready for registrations. If you have any questions about yoga program\, please contact us info@astanga.fi.\n\nWith hugs\, \nPetri\, Wambui and Juha (Ashtanga Yoga Helsinki) \nPhoto from 1994..Petri and Juha drumming in Kadermo island\, Finland.
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/finland-ashtanga-summer-family-friendly-retreat-in-july-2021/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210505
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
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SUMMARY:Himalayan Kingdom of Mustang Retreat\, April 28-May 4 2021 CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:We are sorry to inform that the Retreat had to be cancelled and we don’t know about the possible 2022 retreat. Please stay connected and we will see how things will proceed! \nDue the Covid-19 cancellation in May 2020\, we are announcing here the new retreat date for 2021. Welcome to the most amazing Kagbeni in Himalayas! \nBecome one of an intimate handful of participants to join Petri Raisanen on a once-in-a-lifetime yoga retreat in Kagbeni at the Nepal’s ancient Himalayan kingdom of Mustang.  \nThere\, step out of daily life and out of this world to experience something spectacular!!!
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/himalayan-kingdom-of-mustang-may-3-9-2020/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210426
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
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SUMMARY:Tibetan Buddhist Monastery Retreat in Pharping\, Nepal\, April 16-25 2021 CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:We are sorry to inform that the Retreat had to be cancelled and we don’t know about the possible 2022 retreat. Please stay connected and we will see how things will proceed! \nDue the Covid-19 cancellation in April 2020\, we are announcing here the new retreat dates for 2021. Welcome to the amazing Neydo Monastery! \nIn April 2021\, Petri and Wambui return to Nepal for an extraordinary 10-day Ashtanga retreat. Join them in a spectacular and welcoming Buddhist monastery in the foothills of the Himalayas. The retreat is an incomparable and inspiring opportunity to deepen your relationship to the practice and yourself. \nAmongst the energy of the Himalayas and by one of the most sacred sites in Tibetan Buddhism\, join Petri and Wambui for a very special immersion into the Ashtanga Vinyasa practice. \nThe 10-day retreat combines the powerful practice of Ashtanga Yoga with a unique setting. This is complemented with technique discussions\, pranayama\, healing techniques\, chanting\, meditation with the monks\, Dharma (Buddhist) philosophy\, visits/hikes to pilgrimage points nearby\, and time for quiet contemplation and joyful connection with like-minded others.
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/tibetan-buddhist-monastery-in-pharping-nepal-april-19-28-2020/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210228
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
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SUMMARY:Ashtanga Yoga Retreat in Purple Valley\, Goa\, India\, January 30 - February 27\, 2021 POSTPONED TILL 2022
DESCRIPTION:We are sorry to announce that our Purple Valley\, Goa 2021 retreat had to be cancelled due the heavy Covid-19 situation and uncertain traveling restrictions in India.\nWe are happy to see you back in PV in 2022 and in other workshop and retreat destinations!\nMuch love\nPetri and Wambui\n  \nGOA2021 NEW_A6 \nWelcome to the Ashtanga Yoga Retreat with Petri and Wambui! \nPurple Valley Retreat is made in two week sessions. Fist on January 30-13 and second on February 13-27. One week options and Drop-in classes are available if the retreat is not fully booked. \nPurple Valley Retreat is a beautiful Yoga resort in the most amazing Assagao area. \nThe Retreat is designed for all Ashtanga practitioners; beginners\, intermediate and advanced levels. \nMore information at www.yogagoa.com \nNOTE: We will be checking the Cover-19 situation and make sure that the retreat will be safe to organize. Hope we will see you in Goa! \nStay healthy and safe! \nPetri and Wambui \n 
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/ashtanga-yoga-retreat-in-goa-purple-valley-goa-india-february-1-march-1-2020/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200803
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
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SUMMARY:Frantsila Organic Herb Farm\, Finland July 29 - August 2 2020
DESCRIPTION:July 29 – August 2\, 2020\n\n\nAshtanga Yoga Retreat\nFrantsila Organic Herb Farm \n\nHameenkyro\, Finland\n\nwww.astangashala.fi\n\n 
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/ashtanga-yoga-retreat-hameenkyro-finland/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200718
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
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SUMMARY:Summer Retreat in Kustavi Archipelago\, Finland June 27 - July 17 2020 POSTPONED TILL 2021
DESCRIPTION:The Retreat has been postponed till June-July 2021 due the Corona-19 pandemia. Stay healthy and safe and..Welcome back in 2021!\nWe will be back in Kustavi (archipelago) Lomavalkama Resort in the West-Coast of Finland. Enjoy the yoga\, philosophy\, sauna\, sea\, yummy vegetarian meals\, friends and the sunny nights of the Finnish summer. This is a great retreat with lots of interesting program and teachers. \nAdults and Children (families) welcome! \nThe registration and schedule will be up at the www.astangajooga.fi in Finnish and English as soon as we will be sure that we will be able to make it. \nBig hugs\, \nPetri\, Wambui\, Juha & Astanga Yoga Helsinki
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/summer-retreat-in-kustavi-archipelago-finland-june-27-july-17-2020/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200627
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
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SUMMARY:Yoga in Salento\, Puglia (Zollino)\, Italy\, June 13-26 2020 (Family Yoga Retreat)Postponed till June 2021
DESCRIPTION:       \nThis Retreat has been postponed till June 12-26 2021 due the Corona-19 pandemia. Stay safe and healthy and..Welcome back in 2021!\nAshtanga Yoga Summer Retreat with Petri Räisänen and Pauliina Merisalo (more info about Pauliina at www.astangashala.fi/astanga-shala-ja-opettaja) \nThe retreat is based on Traditional Ashtanga Yoga practice in a quiet\, gentle and therapeutic environment in beautiful and warm Puglia region. Yoga in Salento is a great place for yoga\, culinary delight\, good company and relaxation.  \nThe days start with Mysore style practice. Beginners are also welcomed. We will have a guided first two mornings only for beginners on the both weeks. In the afternoons we will do asana techniques\, pranayama (breathing)\, yoga philosophy and discussions. The evenings after the dinner are dedicated for relaxation\, meditation and special programs (music etc.).  \nThere will be time to explore the surroundings in the mornings and afternoons. The afternoon programs will start at 4pm (technique classes) or at 6pm (pranayama). On Wednesdays we will have a full afternoon off for a longer day trips. The retreat will be relaxing and informative Ashtanga experience.  \nChildren yoga \nIn addition to the adults Ashtanga program we will have a daily yoga and activity program for children. We have a two yoga shalas which gives a good opportunity to teach children’s yoga also in the morning. Our local children yoga teachers are well educated for Gioka Children Yoga. Please ask more about the Family and children yoga options from YIS. \nWelcome all level of yogis\, yoginis and yoga families!   \n(Please keep in touch about the retreat! Due the Covid-19 we are checking the situation and want to keep it safe for everyone)
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/yoga-in-salento-puglia-zollino-italy-june-13-26-2020/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190805
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
CREATED:20180330T131605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T073603Z
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SUMMARY:Frantsila Organic Herb Farm\, Finland July 31 - August 4 2019
DESCRIPTION:July 31 – August 4\, 2019\n\nAshtanga Yoga Retreat\nJuly 31 – August 4\, 2019\n\nFrantsila Organic Herb Farm \nHameenkyro\, Finland\nwww.astangashala.fi
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/ashtanga-yoga-retreat-finland-2019/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190727
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
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SUMMARY:Ashtanga Yoga Summer Retreat\, Kustavi\, Finland June 29 - July 26 2019
DESCRIPTION:Kustavi Ashtanga Yoga Summer Retreat for the adults and kids in the beautiful peninsula (west-coast) of Finland. \nMore info at www.astangajooga.fi/summer
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/kustavi-ashtanga-yoga-summer-retreat-kustavi-finland-june-29-july-26-2019/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190623
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
CREATED:20190206T065553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T154718Z
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SUMMARY:Ashtanga Yoga Family Friendly Retreat\, Salento\, Italy\, June 8-22 2019
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/ashtanga-yoga-retreat-salento-italy-june-8-22-2019/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190416
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
CREATED:20180227T122549Z
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SUMMARY:Nepal Ashtanga Retreat\, Pharping\, Nepal\, April 6-15 2019
DESCRIPTION:April 6.–15. 2019\n\nMahalaya Nepal/Tibetan Buddhust Monastery\nPharping\, Nepal\n  \nRetreat summary \nAmongst the energy of the Himalayas and by one of the most sacred sites in Tibetan Buddhism\, join Petri and Wambui for a very special immersion into the Ashtanga Vinyasa practice. \nThe one-week retreat combines the powerful practice of Ashtanga Yoga in one of the world’s most unique settings\, with technique discussions\, pranayama\, healing techniques and Yoga Therapy\, chanting\, optional morning meditation with the monks\, Dharma philosophy\, visits/hikes to some of the great pilgrimage points nearby\, and plenty of time for quiet contemplation and joyful connection with like-minded others. \nThe retreat is an opportunity to adjust your pace and perspective\, to slow down\, to experience life more fully through mindfulness\, and to feel supported in your practice by dedicated teachers\, by the sacredness of the place and by teaching in the complementary philosophies of Yoga and Buddhist Dharma. \nThe retreat is aimed at those with an existing Ashtanga Vinyasa practice (newer practitioners are welcome\, but the retreat isn’t suitable for absolute beginners). We expect to be a splendidly full community\, so the practice space will be “Mysore-style”\, both in terms of the practice and in the occupation of the space! \nEach day will begin with optional meditation with the monks\, under the calming and inspiring gaze of the temple’s 60-foot Buddha. Mysore-style self practice will bring us together each morning\, followed by a varied schedule each day to share ideas\, philosophies\, techniques and places that add texture and depth to your practice and personal journey. We will also protect time for your own space to restore\, connect and simply be. \n  \n  \nMore info at:\nwww.mahalaya-nepal.com
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/nepal-ashtanga-retreat-2/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190303
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
CREATED:20180227T123057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T122802Z
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SUMMARY:2019 - Ashtanga Yoga\, Purple Valley\, Goa\, India
DESCRIPTION:February 2.– March 2\, 2019\n\nPurple Valley Centre\nWelcome to the one month (minimum of one week) Ashtanga Yoga Retreat with Petri\, Wambui and their great professional assistants. \nPurple Valley Yoga Retreat is located in a peaceful valley in Assagao\, North Goa\, between the Arabian Sea at Anjuna beach and the small market town of Mapusa. Set in landscaped tropical gardens there are communal areas for eating and relaxing and private spaces for contemplation and meditation\, it is quiet and safe\, and the ideal place for a yoga retreat holiday. \nThe morning walk to the yoga shala is through the tropical gardens of the yoga retreat with the scent of frangipani in the air\, the sun rising over the field of palm trees and the birds and cicadas singing. The shala itself is an amazing temple like space with a peaceful energy. It is a perfect place to deepen and explore your yoga practice. \nMore info at.. \nhttp.//www.yogagoa.com \n 
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/purple-valley-goa-india-2/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181210
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
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SUMMARY:Eco Babanal Resort - Ubatuba\, SP\, Brazil
DESCRIPTION:Ashtanga Yoga Retreat\nDec 3-9\, 2018 \nEco Babanal Resort \nUbatuba\, São Paulo\, Brazil \nMore info.. \nrosenthal.helena@gmail.com \nwww.ecobananal.com.br
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/eco-babanal-resort-ubatuba-sao-paulo-brazil/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180806
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
CREATED:20180102T143434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180330T200918Z
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SUMMARY:Frantsila Organic Herb Farm - Hameenkyro\, Finland
DESCRIPTION:Ashtanga Yoga Retreat\nAugust 1-5\, 2018 \nMore information: Here \n  \nFrantsila Organic Herb Farm\nHameenkyro\, Finland \n www.astangashala.fi
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/frantsila-organic-herb-farm/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180729
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
CREATED:20180102T143140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180508T174038Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga in Salento - Salento\, Puglia\, Italy
DESCRIPTION:Ashtanga Yoga Retreat\nJuly 21-28\, 2018 \nMore information: Here \nYoga in Salento\nSalento\, Puglia\, Italy \nwww.yogainsalento.com
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/ashtanga-yoga-intensive-salento-italy/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180722
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
CREATED:20180102T142718Z
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SUMMARY:Ashtanga Yoga Summer Retreat\, Kustavi\, Finland
DESCRIPTION:Ashtanga Yoga Summer Retreat\nJune 30 – July 21\, 2018 \nKustavi\, Finland \nwww.astangajooga.fi \n\nLomavalkama\, Kustavi\nMornings include Mysore-style Ashtanga practice\, guided beginner’s classes\, a beginner’s course for those new to Ashtanga or guided Yin yoga classes. Afternoons are filled with thorough technical analysis\, in-depth discussions\, yoga philosophy\, pranayama and meditation. \nExtra workshops with visiting teachers are also offered; to be announced soon! \nFamilies with kids are welcome to join: children can take part in kids’ yoga and other fun activities designed just for them! \nKustavi County is located in the archipelago of the South-Western Finland. The driving distance from Turku to Kustavi is 69 km. The retreat takes place at Lomavalkama Holiday Resort. The site (10 ha.) is located at an island peninsula between two shores in the most beautiful Finnish archipelago. There are several different accommodation types available in Lomavalkama. Cottages for 2-6 persons\, terraced apartments for 3-4 persons and a camping site for caravans and tents. For more information about the retreat site\, please visit: http://lomavalkama.fi/en/ (but please ignore the prices on their website; we will have special prices for the retreat that cover accommodation\, sauna and vegetarian (mostly vegan) meals) \nDuring the retreat we will enjoy the most amazing vegetarian food carefully designed and prepared by Tero Valtonen and Fredrik Gabrielsson.
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/ashtanga-yoga-summer-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180625
DTSTAMP:20260419T140623
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SUMMARY:Melderstein Midsummer Retreat. Råneå\, Sweden
DESCRIPTION:Melderstein Midsummer Retreat\nJune 17-24\, 2018\nMelderstein managers/owners: Gunnar and Göran Thingvall \nYoga Teachers: Petri Räisänen\, Wambui Njuguna-Räisänen\, Aksana Kurola\, Ida Ruyter \nKitchen chef: Gunnar and Göran Thingvall (breakfast)\, Fredrik Gabrielsson (lunch\, snack and dinner) \nKitchen assistants: Janine Kollée\, Ida Ruyter \nEverybody needs a little time away. Escape daily routines and outer demands\, and encounter the joy of Ashtanga Yoga\, Meditation and Self-discovery in nature’s perfect setting: Swedish Lapland. Here\, in the Land of the Midnight Sun\, you will find the ultimate combination of relaxation and adventure\, letting you deepen your knowledge and enhance your connection to practice. Encounter wilderness and possibly the purest air you’ll ever breathe; indulge in plenty of the things that are in scarce supply elsewhere: time\, space\, tranquillity\, silence\, clean water and bright\, magical midsummer nights. \nThis 7 day retreat offers Ashtanga Yoga classes for all levels (beginners\, intermediate and advanced)\, under the guidance of Petri Räisänen. Petri will be accompanied in the shala with Wambui Njuguna and Aksana Kurola. Passionate about yogic food\, Fredrik Gabrielsson will be the retreat chef\, specializing in super delicious Western\, Indian and Thai food! All recipes are vegetarian or vegan with plenty of raw food options. \nWe invite you to enjoy your Yoga practice in one of the most quietly healing Yoga shalas around\, a wooden chapel with large windows which display the natural beauty of the surroundings\, with the midsummer sun radiating its goodness for all. \nREGISTER HERE \n\nThe perfect relaxing yoga holiday\, a retreat with a difference!\nYoga can be an effective and beneficial tool for reaching a more peaceful state of mind\, managing stress better and getting physically fit. Our workshops and retreats are designed for people with normal physical and mental conditions. If you are on medication\, are currently taking (or have taken) therapy and/or counseling\, or have any known mental condition(s) that would in any way hinder your participation in a workshop or retreat\, please let us\, and your doctor/therapist know before registering. We do not provide any specialists at our workshops/retreats who would be able to help\, should the need arise. If a student’s behavior causes disruption for other workshop participants and the teachers\, it is requested that he or she stop participating in the workshop and seek appropriate help. In such a situation\, we do not offer refunds\, but are available to provide any documents necessary for insurance claims. \n\nAccommodation\nCheck out accommodation here. \nMelderstein Herrgård is situated at the beautiful river valley of Råneå river\, about 12 kilometers North-West of Råneå\, in the far North of Sweden. Råneå river is Sweden’s largest woodland river and one of the few rivers that has not been exploited for hydroelectric power. \nThe manor house was founded in 1740\, and is still owned and run by the same family. It has an interesting history\, which you can read more about on www.meldersteinherrgard.se. \nA perfect combination \nHere you can have the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure. The surroundings are very calm and quiet\, and the unspoiled nature is always present. You decide how to spend your days… on beautiful and gentle nature walks or energising hikes; challenging yourself with the thrill of river rafting; quietly laying down with that book you have been waiting to read; taking part in the classes offered; experiencing a hot and cleansing sauna; or simply sitting and taking in the views. \nAll activities are optional so you can do as little or as much as you like\, taking time out to reflect and relax. \nAbout the rooms\nThere are 28 beds available\, in 11 spacious shared bedrooms\, all of them (except Bagarstugan\, small cabin and single rooms) having their own toilet and shower. Half of them (comfortable) are in the main building (mansion)\, and the other half (standard) are in Annex\, big cottage (Bagarstugan) and small cabin (Habre). Check out accommodation here. \nMansion\, Comfortable stay  \nThe main building (built in 1740) has two bigger twin bed rooms (R2 and R3)\, five normal size twin bed rooms (R4-8)\, two single rooms (R1 and R9) and one conference room (R10) with four beds. Single rooms has toilet en suite\, and the shower can be found just across the corridor or at the sauna. \nTwin bed means two separate beds\, but they can be moved together. \nThe mansion has a 18th century decoration and very beautiful rooms with nature views. \nAnnex\, Bagarstugan and Habre (Cabin)\, Standard stay \nThese three houses are built in the 20th century. They follow the local Swedish country side architecture. Wooden house with red natural hand made paint. \nAnnex has left and right side. Both sides has three rooms. Five of them (R11-16) are twin bed rooms and R17 is a double bed room\, which fits well for the couples. \nBagarstugan has two twin bed rooms with toilet and shower. \nHare (Cabin) has one room with twin beds. Shower and toilet are at the sand building about 30 meters walk away. \nTent \nThere is plenty of space for tents (please bring your own!) on the grass field next to the yoga shala and main buildings. The summers in the North are usually warm and pleasant\, but there is also possibility of rain and colder days\, with night temperature dropping anywhere between 5-15 C. In case of heavy rain we are ready to offer the yoga shala or mansion’s upstairs room as accommodation for those nights. The shala should be empty for the early morning practice. The bathroom and shower facilities are available at the sauna building. \nMelderstein Summer Retreat June 17-24\, 2018 Schedule\n  \nDaily meals: \nTea available 24h \n08:30-10:30  Breakfast (Special schedule on Wed\, Fri & Sat) \n12:45-13:30  Lunch (Special schedule on Wed\, Fri & Sun) \n15:30-16:00  Afternoon snack (Special schedule on Tue\, Thur\, Wed\, Fri & Sun) \n18:10-19:00  Dinner \nSauna every day: \n08:00-10:00 \n20:00-22:00 \nSunday June 17 \n18:00                        Dinner \n19:00                        Welcome \n20:00-22:00           Sauna \nMonday June 18 \n05:45-08:30            Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style (locals start at 07:00-07:30)  \n08:30-09:30            Led Class for Beginners (for the first two days) \n15:45-16:45              Introduction to the workshop program and trips \n17:00-18:00             Ashtanga Yoga Technique Class \n19:30-20:15              Meditation \nTuesday June 19  \n05:45-08:30             Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style (locals start at 07:00-07:30) \n08:30-09:30             Led Class for Beginners (for the first two days) \n13:30-17:00              Nature Trip: Walk to the Snow Mountain with a Nature Guide  \n                                    (50SEK) \n17:00-18:00              Chanting/Pranayama (Breathing Practice)  \n19:30-20:15              Meditation \nWednesday June 20 \n05:45-08:30             Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style (Beginners join to Mysore Class\, locals start at 07:00-07:30) \n09:30-18:00             Nature Trip: Stora Forsen Waterfalls (150SEK) \n19:15-20:30              Yoga Film \nThursday Juna 21 \n05:45-08:30             Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style (locals start at 07:00-07:30)  \n13:00-17:30              Nature Trip: Easy Canoeing with a Nature Guide (600SEK) \n17:30-18:15               Pranayama (Breathing Practice)  \n19:30-20:15              Meditation \nFriday June 22       (Midsummer Eve) \n05:30-07:15             Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style \n07:15-09:00             Ashtanga Led Class (Primary series\, good also for beginners) \n09:00-10:30             Breakfast / Brunch \n10:30-15:00              Traditional Midsummer Celebration in Old Town Luleå and    \n                                    Luleå Town (50+30 for entrance SEK) including snack \n17:00-18:00             Midsummer Chanting/Meditation (Melderstein or Luleå shala) \n18:00-19:00             Midsummer Dinner  \n19:30-21:00             Midsummer Sauna and Bon Fire by the River                          \nSaturday June 23 (Midsummer Day) \n06:45-09:00             Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style (locals start at 08:00-08:30)  \n09:00-10:30             Breakfast \n16:30-17:30              Ashtanga Yoga Technique Class \n17:30-18:15               Pranayama (Breathing Practice)  \n19:30-20:15              Meditation \nSunday June 24      \n05:45-08:30             Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style (locals start at 07:00-07:30) \n09:00-10:30             Breakfast / Brunch \n11:00-11:45               Discussion \n12:00                         Good bye..! \nPrices (per person)\nConfortable\nSingle 940€  // FULLY BOOKED \nDouble\, big 870€  // AVAILABLE \nDouble 840€  // ONLY FEW ROOMS AVAILABLE \nStandard\nDouble 810€  // ONLY FEW ROOMS AVAILABLE \nBagarstuga 1) 770€  // AVAILABLE \nConference Room 2) 770€  // ONLY ONE ROOM AVAILABLE \nCabin Habre 3) 660€  // FULLY BOOKED \nTent 490€  // AVAILABLE \nThe prices above are per person and include yoga\, accommodation in shared bedrooms (except single rooms) and meals\, as well as all the classes in our daily schedule (meditation\, pranayama\, discussion groups\, technique classes)\, sauna and more. \nPeople staying for the full period have priority\, but if there is space left you may also choose to come for only a portion of the retreat. It’s possible to take part only in the morning practice (check Drop-In option below). \nDue the limited number of rooms\, we can only accommodate those who are participating in the yoga retreat. We can\, however\, provide space for a yogi couple and a child in the same room (extra beds available for the Comfortable rooms). Please let us know if you are coming with a child and we will check the extra bed price. \nComfortable single rooms are the only ones available for a single stay. \n1) two 2 person rooms with 2 beds each; shared bathroom and WC.\n2) 4 person room\, 4 beds.\n3) 2 person room\, 2 beds. Shower and toilet in sauna which is next door. \nYoga VAT (Finnish tax office) is included in all of the prices above. With accommodation VAT is paid through Swedish tax office. \nTrips: Day trips and other activities are optional and will be charged separately. Please check the prices from our schedule. \nThe nature trips on Sunday and Tuesday will cost about 60 euro/person (600 Swedish Kronor)\, nature walks with a professional biologist nature guide on Monday and Saturday will be free (petrol cost about 5 euro)\, Storaforsen Waterfalls trip on Thursday will be about 30 euro; (or petrol cost if you have an own car) and Midsummer celebration in Luleå 10 euro + 3 euro for ticket (or petrol cost + 3 euro for ticket if you have an own car) \nDrop-in Yoga students\nYou are welcome to join us for morning Mysore classes and/or the full-day program. Recommended starting time is 7:00-7:30am. The cost for morning Mysore is 300 kronor (Swedish Kronor) and full-day program is 400 kronor. \nDrop-in classes can be paid through bank transfer to Petri’s account or in cash in Melderstein before or after your classes. If you take part of many classes and paying in cash\, please pay after your last class. \nDrop-in Meals \nSingle meals are available. With the breakfast talk with Gunnar or Goran at Melderstein Herrgård and with lunch/dinner Petri or Wambui. \nInformations regarding How to pay \n\n\nDelicious vegetarian meals\nThe retreat will also provide you all the nourishment your body needs: three delicious vegetarian meals and a afternoon snack every day will nourish and help cleanse your body. \nSpacious and airy shala\nThe shala\, our space for yoga\, is a beautiful and spacious chapel with lovely wooden floor. Unique midsummer light gently pours in through generous windows\, creating the perfect atmosphere for both focused yoga practice and relaxation. Having the purest air in Europe\, we believe this retreat will give you a renewed sense of wellbeing and inspiration for your own yoga journey. \nGood connections\nTraveling here is nice and comfortable. Melderstein is well connected: the airport of Luleå/Kallax is about 45 kilometers away\, Luleå train station about the same. Buses go frequently from Luleå to Råneå. From Råneå it’s less than 10 minutes by car (about 10 kilometers) to Melderstein. If you arrive to Råneå with bus\, usually there will be someone picking you up. There is also taxi in Råneå (+46 924 100 00)\, to make sure you will get to Melderstein (+46 924 510 37 or +46 920 25 70 17). \nRåneå is about 90 kilometers from Tornio (Torneå) and about 120 kilometers from Kemi airport (Finland) and train station. Buses go from Torneå/Haparanda bus station to Råneå. \nFor more information\, please refer to the Getting here page. \nStunning sights and inspiring activities\nThe sea is only 15 minutes away by car\, and there are several seaside resorts to go visit and plenty of boat-trips from Luleå\, if you would like to spend a day in the archipelago. Several easily reached nature reserves can be found in the area\, with rich animal and bird life as well as unusual and impressive sights like for example traces of the ancient inland ice (still visible!). The stream that runs next to the mansion is very good for canoeing and there is plenty of excellent sightseeing to do in area. \nStorforsen is one of our personal favorite attractions. Situated not far from Älvsbyn\, Storforsen boasts massive rapids amongst fantastic\, smooth rocks. It’s the largest free-flowing rapids in Scandinavia\, a truly breathtaking view\, with a drop of over 82 meters. During the spring flood around Midsummer the volume of water can reach 870 m3 per second! \nAnother must-see is the world heritage site Gammelstads kyrkstad (Gammelstad church town)\, a unique site found on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. \nHowever\, don’t worry about finding yourself totally lost in the wilderness\, without any connection with the “real” world. Less than 30 minutes away by car\, central Luleå offers a large selection of shops\, restaurants as well as a vibrant cultural and entertainment scene. Read more about stunning sights\, thrilling adventures\, pristine wilderness (and even a couple of secrets!) on our page about Swedish Lapland. \n 
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/melderstein-midsummer-retreat/
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SUMMARY:Nepal Ashtanga Retreat\, Pharping\, Nepal
DESCRIPTION:Nepal Ashtanga Retreat\nMay 5-12\, 2018 \nMahlaya Nepal / Buddhust Monastery\nPharping\, Nepal \nwww.mahalaya-nepal.com \n\nTibetan Buddhust Monastery\nPharping\, Nepal\nRetreat summary \nAmongst the energy of the Himalayas and by one of the most sacred sites in Tibetan Buddhism\, join Petri and Wambui for a very special immersion into the Ashtanga Vinyasa practice. \nThe one-week retreat combines the powerful practice of Ashtanga Yoga in one of the world’s most unique settings\, with technique discussions\, pranayama\, healing techniques and Yoga Therapy\, chanting\, optional morning meditation with the monks\, Dharma philosophy\, visits/hikes to some of the great pilgrimage points nearby\, and plenty of time for quiet contemplation and joyful connection with like-minded others. \nThe retreat is an opportunity to adjust your pace and perspective\, to slow down\, to experience life more fully through mindfulness\, and to feel supported in your practice by dedicated teachers\, by the sacredness of the place and by teaching in the complementary philosophies of Yoga and Buddhist Dharma. \nThe retreat is aimed at those with an existing Ashtanga Vinyasa practice (newer practitioners are welcome\, but the retreat isn’t suitable for absolute beginners). We expect to be a splendidly full community\, so the practice space will be “Mysore-style”\, both in terms of the practice and in the occupation of the space! \nEach day will begin with optional meditation with the monks\, under the calming and inspiring gaze of the temple’s 60-foot Buddha. Mysore-style self practice will bring us together each morning\, followed by a varied schedule each day to share ideas\, philosophies\, techniques and places that add texture and depth to your practice and personal journey. We will also protect time for your own space to restore\, connect and simply be. \nMore info at:\nwww.mahalaya-nepal.com
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/nepal-ashtanga-retreat/
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SUMMARY:Purple Valley\, Goa\, India
DESCRIPTION:Purple Valley Centre\nPurple Valley Yoga Retreat is located in a peaceful valley in Assagao\, North Goa\, between the Arabian Sea at Anjuna beach and the small market town of Mapusa. Set in landscaped tropical gardens there are communal areas for eating and relaxing and private spaces for contemplation and meditation\, it is quiet and safe\, and the ideal place for a yoga retreat holiday. \nThe yoga is mainly of the Ashtanga yoga tradition. The morning walk to the shala (Sanskrit for yoga school) is through the tropical gardens of the yoga retreat with the scent of frangipani in the air\, the sun rising over the field of palm trees and the birds and cicadas singing. The shala itself is an amazing space with a peaceful energy and the perfect place to deepen and explore your yoga practice. \nMore info at: Here \nhttp.//www.yogagoa.com \nThe schedule for the both weeks will be as follows:\nMornings\nSunday to Thursday: Mysore style self practice Friday: Full led Primary Series. \nAfternoons\nSunday 4.00 – 5pm: Ashtanga vinyasa techniques; going through the Primary and the Intermediate series vinyasas with focus on bandhas\, dristis\, breath and techniques to make the practice lighter\, deeper and more beneficial.\n5.00 – 6pm: Philosophy and Pranayama \nMonday 4.00 – 5pm: Ashtanga vinyasa techniques and philosophy 5.00 – 6pm Calming down the mind\,meditation and discussion. \nTuesday 4.00 – 5.30pm: Energy healing and Ashtanga Yoga 5.30 – 6pm: Healing meditation \nThursday 4.00 – 5pm: Yoga philosophy + discussion 5.00 – 5.30pm: Pranayama\, learning about the breathe \nThe first and second weeks will have the same schedule but different subjects\nNote: During full moon\, the morning yoga class will be replaced with chanting and Pranayama or Pranayama and meditation.
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/purple-valley-goa-india/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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SUMMARY:Ashtanga Yoga Retreat\, Frantsila\, Finland
DESCRIPTION:Frantsila Organic Herb Farm\, Hameenkyro\, Finland\nYOGA PROGRAM INCLUDES \n\nLed practice on wednesday\nMysore style practice thurstday- sunday morning\nAstanga technique class\nMeditation\nPranayama\nChanting Meri Tiitola\nJoogafilm\nRetreat Program\nPhotos from retreat\nPhotos from retreat at Facebook\n\nMore info at:\nwww.astangashala.fi/petri-raisanen-ashtanga-yoga-summer-retreat-frantsila-2.–6.8.20173
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/ashtanga-yoga-retreat-frantsila-finland/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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SUMMARY:Ashtanga Yoga Summer Retreat\, Kustavi\, Finland
DESCRIPTION:Lomavalkama\, Kustavi\nMornings include Mysore-style Ashtanga practice\, guided beginner’s classes\, a beginner’s course for those new to Ashtanga or guided Yin yoga classes. Afternoons are filled with thorough technical analysis\, in-depth discussions\, yoga philosophy\, pranayama and meditation. \nExtra workshops with visiting teachers are also offered; to be announced soon! \nFamilies with kids are welcome to join: children can take part in kids’ yoga and other fun activities designed just for them! \nKustavi County is located in the archipelago of the South-Western Finland. The driving distance from Turku to Kustavi is 69 km. The retreat takes place at Lomavalkama Holiday Resort. The site (10 ha.) is located at an island peninsula between two shores in the most beautiful Finnish archipelago. There are several different accommodation types available in Lomavalkama. Cottages for 2-6 persons\, terraced apartments for 3-4 persons and a camping site for caravans and tents. For more information about the retreat site\, please visit: http://lomavalkama.fi/en/ (but please ignore the prices on their website; we will have special prices for the retreat that cover accommodation\, sauna and vegetarian (mostly vegan) meals) \nDuring the retreat we will enjoy the most amazing vegetarian food carefully designed and prepared by Tero Valtonen and Fredrik Gabrielsson. \nMore info at:\nastangajooga.fi/kesaleirit-kustavissa/
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/ashtanga-yoga-summer-retreat-kustavi-finland/
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SUMMARY:Ashtanga Yoga Summer Retreat\, Wijlre\, Netherlands
DESCRIPTION:Yoga Place\nInformation \n\nAshtanga Yoga Retreat in Wijlre\, NL with Petri Räisänen\nUnique opportunity for Yoga as a lifestyle\nMornings include Mysore-style Ashtanga and guided beginners classes\nAfternoons are filled with thorough technical analysis\, in-depth discussions and extra workshops in Energy healing\, Yoga Philosophy. Pranayama\, Thai yoga massages and relaxation\, meditation sessions are offered in the evenings.\nQuiet surroundings\, green nature in beautiful Limburg!\nLimited spaces available | All levels welcome\nYoga can be an effective and beneficial tool for reaching a more peaceful state of mind\, managing stress and getting physically fit.\nComplete lodging in private accommodation incl. three vegetarian meals a day\nSaturday arrival & welcome | Sunday start program | Friday morning practice & end of retreat\nLocation: ‘Hof de Brulle’\, Wijlre\, Limburg\n\nMore info at:\nshop.yogaplace.nl
URL:https://petriraisanen.com/event/ashtanga-yoga-summer-retreat-wijlre-netherlands/
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SUMMARY:koh mak
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LOCATION:Koh Mak\, Thailand
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