ALCHEMY & INTUITION
LATE AFTERNOON SAMHAIN & FULL MOON RETREAT
ALCHEMY & INTUITION
LATE AFTERNOON SAMHAIN & FULL MOON RETREAT
YOGA • NATURE • FIRE
SATURDAY 28th OCTOBER, 14:00-19:00
DAMSON HILL COTTAGE, UPPER SWANMORE, HAMPSHIRE. SO32 2QR
OPENING MEDITATION & BREATHWORK • WELCOME CIRCLE WITH AUTUMNAL TEA • FULL MOON FLOW & RESTORE YOGA • ECOTHERAPY NATURE CONNECTION • NOURISHING SEASONAL SOUP • FIRE & DRUMMING SAMHAIN CIRCLE • YOGA NIDRA & SOUND BATH
• OPENING MEDITATION & BREATHWORK •
• WELCOME CIRCLE & AUTUMNAL TEA •
• FULL MOON FLOW & RESTORE YOGA •
• ECOTHERAPY NATURE CONNECTION •
• NOURISHING SEASONAL SOUP •
• FIRE & DRUMMING SAMHAIN CIRCLE •
• YOGA NIDRA & SOUND BATH •
ALCHEMY & INTUITION
LATE AFTERNOON SAMHAIN & FULL MOON RETREAT
An afternoon of reconnection; to yourself, to each other, and to the natural world.
Alchemy & Intuition is an afternoon / early evening retreat, connecting yoga, nature, fire & sound. This event will take place on the closest Saturday to Samhain, (a Cross-Quarter festival, from which Halloween takes it origins). The 28th October is coincidently October’s full moon, and also a partial lunar eclipse – so should make for a very unique & special day!
Under October’s Samhain Full Moon, come and immerse yourself in the potency of the cycle at this time of year. Held in the unique and beautiful Damson Hill Cottage – an idyllic woodland hideaway in the picturesque countryside of the Meon Valley.
Everyone is warmly welcomed – all ages, genders & abilities – no previous experience needed!
Only £65pp with Early Bird discount until 16th October
£70pp from 17th October
Includes nourishing seasonal meal, teas, water, snacks & all yoga equipment.
ACTIVITIES & ITINERARY
14:00 OPENING MEDITATION & BREATHWORK
We’ll start our afternoon together with space to arrive, settle and relax. Supported by a short breathwork practice and guided nature connection grounding, we’ll make space to land in ourselves, with each other and amongst the beautiful woodland venue we’ll be held by for the afternoon.
14:15 WELCOME CIRCLE & AUTUMNAL TEA
To continue our arrival and landing, whilst still immersed in the elements, we’ll then gather together with some warming seasonal autumnal tea to share a little more about the themes of this Samhain Full Moon and time of year.
14:30 FLOW & RESTORE YOGA
60min full moon inspired flowing yoga practice with Melissa, linking breath with movement. To gently build strength, fitness and flexibility.
The first part of the class will focus on gradually building upper body and core strength, and hip and hamstring strengthening and opening poses. We will then continue into a restorative yoga practice, with restful and relaxing asanas to soothe, find stillness, release tension, create space in the body & gently promote mobility.
15:30 ECO THERAPY & NATURE CONNECTION
Space to pause, rest, reconnect with yourself and your intuition in the nourishing woodland of Damson Hill Cottage, guided by Ecotherapist Emily. Infused with seasonally themed invitations, this time is an opportunity to come back to the wholeness of your natural self, of all that you are, allowing space to hear what needs to emerge.
16:30 NOURISHING MEAL WITH SEASONAL SOUP
We’ll then take a break to be nourished by some warming homemade seasonal soup and collection of other healthy sides and snacks. A choice of hot teas and water will also be available. Plenty of vegan, gluten free & dairy free options available.
17:10 FIRE & DRUMMING SAMHAIN CIRCLE
Gather around the full moon fire & be supported by the beat of the drum to reconnect with your intuition. Reflecting on the magical energies of Samhain; establish, then release & alchemise your intentions into the fire!
18:10 CANDLELIT YOGA NIDRA & CRYSTAL SOUND BATH
We’ll then close our time together with a deeply restorative and recalibrating Yoga Nidra. Yoga Nidra is practiced lying down for total relaxation. It is an ancient form of guided meditation – translating as ‘Yogic Sleep’. It takes you towards a ‘hypnagogic’ state; the magical place between waking & sleep.
This time of nourishing rest will then continue into a deeply relaxing and mesmerising Crystal Sound Bath. Allow your awareness to be guided by the beautifully hypnotic sounds of the crystal healing bowls, for total relaxation & expanded awareness.
19:00 OPTIONAL GATHERING AROUND THE FIRE
At the end of our time together you may feel ready to make your way home, or you may like to stay a little longer to regroup, integrate & share. If you’d like to continue your evening, please join us for a chat & marshmallows around the fire.
Tucked away on the edge of the South Downs, near the Hampshire village of Swanmore, Damson Hill combines steep slopes, glorious views & wonderful dappled woodland. With secret shady glades, sun baked decks, grassed areas and plenty of sky, it’s the perfect spot to work-out in, relax in, begin a walk or run from… or retreat to.
All the buildings have been created in harmony with the landscape, so whether you’re in a studio, under a canopy or in the outdoors, there’s always a fabulous view. The environment provides us with a unique & beautiful backdrop.
EMILY CHISWELL – ECOTHERAPY
Emily Chiswell is an ecotherapist & community facilitator with a deep passion for facilitating spaces and conversations that invite us to come back in to community; with ourselves, each other and the natural world. Making room for true and authentic connection and conversation, welcoming the things we’re so often told not to think or feel; reconnecting ourselves to all that we are.
Emily is trained in Ecopsychology and Ecotherapy with 20 years experience holding space as a broadcaster; she also weaves in other embodied focused trainings in Well Woman Yoga Therapy, Yoga Nidra and Shiatsu.
£65pp with Early Bird discount until 16th October. £70pp from 17th October.
Includes nourishing seasonal meal, teas, water, snacks & all yoga equipment.
£65pp with Early Bird discount until 16th October.
£70pp from 17th October.
Includes nourishing seasonal meal, teas, water, snacks & all yoga equipment.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
If cancelled from our end, for any reason, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel for any reason, you will receive the following refund:
Over 7 days before:
Full refund, minus a £5 admin fee. Or option to transfer full amount to a future retreat.
7-3 days before:
50% refund, or transfer 50% to a future retreat.
(Or option to pass your ticket onto another appropriate person. £5 admin fee applies)
2 days before or less:
Strictly no refund or transfer
(But option to pass your ticket onto another appropriate person. £5 admin fee applies)