Yoga Retreat in Trentham, Victoria
September 14 – 16, 2018
Only 15 spots available for this intimate retreat on the cusp of spring. The perfect time to reground and reset
Ready for a break? Need some downtime to reflect and regroup?
Have you always wanted to do more to nurture yourself, love yoga but not quite sure how to be more consistent and devoted to a practice?
We’ve got the complete solution!
Join us for a luxe yoga getaway weekend exploring the depth of yoga through asana, breath work, meditation and insightful talks on the meaning of yoga and what it means to be happy and completely free in the 21st century.
Our setting is in two beautiful nourishing homes called Casa & Co. Casa & Co accommodation is located in the town of Trentham. Just a short drive from Melbourne, these two adjacent properties with beautiful gardens and stylish French interiors will be our home for what promises to be a weekend of nourishment, relaxation conversation, and growth.
Alongside the traditional yoga practices the daily schedule will include informative activities like ayurvedic cooking, bush walks, and group singing (called Kirtan and Bhajan) and nurturing whole food plant-based meals from our expert chef Emma James. Onsite massage will also be available upon request.
Our yoga teachers Rachel Zinman and John Weddepohl both started Yoga in their teens and have a combined experience of over 40 years.
John Weddepohl (Siddharthan) has always been blessed with teachers. One of few English speakers teaching Self Knowledge, John joins two of India’s time-honored traditions dating back to Indias great revivalist Adi Shankara and great Guru Boghanathar Siddha one of the 18 Tamil Siddhas. A talented musician from the age of seven, John found success as a singer, songwriter and later composing music for film and television. In 2004, John journeyed across India as a western sadhu. It is through the grace and blessing of his Master H.H. Sri Pujya Suddhananda Swamiji and the blessings of the Boghanathar Siddha tradition of Palani that John has been able to assimilate the wisdom of the Upanishads and share the secrets of Asta Yoga, the Yoga of Agastya. Self Knowledge by breaking the barrier of time has been uplifting humanity and resolving the problem of human suffering in India for countless generations.
John teaches the philosophy component on the Ishta System Mentorship Teacher Training, the Yoga Synergy teacher training and for Air Yoga in Munich. He has been featured on the Bali Spirit Festival, The Byron Spirit Retreat, The Berlin Yoga Festival, Bhakti Yoga Summer, Yoga Fest and taught workshops and retreats in the USA, India, Bali, Japan, Europe, South Africa and Australia since 2010. You can find out more about John at www.theyogaco.com/teacher
I was so lucky to experience my first mini yoga retreat at Casa Allegra led by inspirational duo Rachel and John. Rachel was very gentle, encouraging and inclusive of a complete yoga novice like me and John’s philosophical teachings showed much wisdom and compassion. Casa Allegra provides an idyllic and tranquil setting in delightful Trentham. With its beautiful furnishings and spacious workshop room set in extensive gardens, it is simply perfect for a retreat.
Rachel is passionate about the deeper aspects of yoga and its ability to heal and inspire. She has spent the last 35 years practicing enthusiastically as well as teaching nationally (in Australia) and internationally since 1992. She has studied with some of the most influential teachers in the west as well as immersing herself in the study and assimilation of the classical system of knowledge called Vedanta, in the lineage of Adi Shankara. While living in New York from 2000–2004 Rachel met and mentored with ISHTA yoga founder Alan Finger which led to teaching in his studios for four years. There she co-created and coordinated their Teacher Training Program, becoming a senior facilitator and mentor. Rachel was diagnosed with diabetes in 2008 at the age of 42. Her book “Yoga for Diabetes, How to Manage Your Health with Yoga and Ayurveda is available from Amazon or where all good books are sold. Her classes are often described as a fluid mix of creative playful sequencing, meaningful insights and lighthearted fun. www.rachelzinmanyoga.com and www.yogafordiabetesblog.com
I just want to thank you both for an incredible couple of days. You both give so much of yourselves. In your desire to teach and help others there is enormous generosity and love. It is always an amazing and uplifting experience to be in the company of passionate people and both Chris and I felt very privileged to spend this time with you. We both feel equipped with some really valuable ideas and knowledge to take home and think about.
Our Accommodation in Trentham, Victoria: Casa & Co.
Both homes are owned by Anna and Miguel Meirelles of Meirelles Antiques in Malvern. They are furnished with elegance, comfort, and timeless simplicity of a French interior. Miguel regularly travels to France to find pieces with personality, his criteria being whether he “would happily put each piece in his own house”. Miguel hand-picks French antiques as well as decorative and quirky items.
The beds and linen are of high quality, the lounge spaces are warm and cozy, and the kitchen areas are conducive to small gatherings and fun. Wood fires, reading, rejuvenation, nutrition, conversation, and movement come together over your week at the retreat creating a truly memorable and restorative experience. To get a feel for the property visit www.casaandcoaccommodation.com.au
Our retreat cost includes yoga tuition, accommodation, 3 gourmet meals per day, cooking classes and more.
You may choose from the following.
A Single Room with a King size bed and an EnSuite: $1200 (inc GST)
A Single Room with a King size bed and a Shared bathroom: $1100 (inc GST)
A Twin Room with King size single beds and an EnSuite: $950 (inc GST)
A Twin Room with King size single beds and a Shared bathroom: $910 (inc GST)
Retreat numbers are limited
We are accepting 15 people
3 days of yoga practice, self-knowledge classes, time for contemplation, journaling, bushwalks, cooking, massages and more
Accommodation is first in best dressed so book now to secure your room.
Please contact info@rachelzinmanyoga.com for more details
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