Pure Yoga Cheshire

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2015 Yoga Retreat at Samye Ling Buddhist Monastery
2015-06-06 16:07
Yoga retreat at Pureland Retreat Centre – Samye Ling Buddhist Monastery.
From Saturday 6th to 13th of June 2015.
Experience serenity, calm and restoration with Andrew’s annual Yoga retreat set in the grounds of the oldest Buddhist Monastery in Europe. This retreat has been run successfully for about 9 years, and this year extended to a full week.
New for this year, additional evening activities such as Mandala drawing and meditations, candle gazing, Mantra and Prana (energy) work.
Looking out over the River Esk in the peaceful hills of the Scottish borders, ‘Purelands’ at Samye Ling is an ideal setting to inspire, exhilarate and offer time for reflection in our busy lives. The retreat will offer asana, pranayama, meditation and mantra. There will be time and opportunity to walk around the meditation garden, venture up the fairy hill or talk a stroll along the river bank, maybe catching a glimpse of the otters in the unspoiled natural surroundings.
Every morning will be silent as well as one full day of silence (mouna).
Friends are also welcome to observe or participate in the meditations and puja performed in the very colorful traditional Tibetan Buddhist temple.
All accommodation is in basic but comfortable single rooms with three (excellent!) home cooked vegetarian meals a day, drinks available throughout the day.
Price £ 595 which includes all tuition, a single room per person and all meals. Arrival 4 pm, depart 4 pm.
Bookings are now being taken, £150 deposit (non refundable) secures place.
The monastery is about three and half hours drive (from Macclesfield).
Car sharing may be available.
Address: Samye Ling Buddhist Monastery Eskdalemuir Langholm, Dumfriesshire, Scotland
NB this is a yoga retreat not a Buddhist retreat and is open to everyone from beginners to advanced students.

Kirtan with Bhavana - Narayani and Mat Baker
2015-05-08 19:00
Friday 8th of May 20157 – 9pm
Take a journey through sound and mantra…
Bhavana’s kirtans, like their own voices and music, are dynamic and colourful, serving up a full range of chants, easy to follow and join in, for a powerful experience that takes you to the essential stillness inside.
Tickets and more information: Phone Andrew and Francesca on 07909 144 414
email: info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk
Cost for Kirtan: £10 prepaid, £12 on the door

Yoga workshop with Gill Slater - Open Yoga
2015-03-28 14:00
Saturday March 28th 20152pm – 4pm
Unravelling the Belly
A chance to spend some time using your yoga practice, your breath and, maybe even your intuition to soothe away some of the tension, stress and dis-ease that we all hold in our bellies.
In my massage work I am aware of how negative many of us feel about our belly! It’s too big, it’s bloated, it’s really painful and the list goes on….
To place our hands on our bellies is alien as we simply want them to disappear or behave themselves.
If any of this resonates with you please pop along and spend some time simply nurturing this incredible centre of personal power and energy.
Cost: £20
About Gill Slater:
I became interested in yoga during my teenage years. I was 41years old before I returned to yoga.
I spent 9 years being taught Iyengar Yoga by Julie Brown of The Manchester Iyengar Institute. I then chose to move on to an Astanga practice and trained with Brian Cooper.
The strong foundations of Iyengar alignment and then the progressive series of postures and synchronized breathing of Astanga Yoga fed my passion for yoga. Teaching small groups and individuals gave me a better sense of how yoga needed to be adapted so that its benefits could be experience by everyone.
To that end I have attended workshops with Sandra Sabatini who was one of Vanda Scaravelli’s students, and I also found it a delight to be taught by Jenny Beeken and Pauline Sawyer of The Inner Yoga Trust.
My own personal need to experience a strong and emotionally healing yoga practice took me to Forrest Yoga and I completed Ana Forrest’s Foundation Teacher Training in June 2012.
I use my massage/bodywork training to better understand and explain the amazing effects of a yoga practice. I now teach a weekly Forrest Yoga class and two of my own Open Yoga classes.
Read more about Gill Slater on her blog: gillsopenyoga.blogspot.co.uk
To book phone 07909 144 414 – a deposit secures your spot.

Surya-Chandra Yoga With Andrew and Francesca in Whittle-le-Woods
2015-03-22 10:00
Join us on Sunday 22nd of March 2015 from 10 to 4 pm for a Special Equinox themed yoga day in lovely Whittle-le-Woods, near Chorley.
SURYA NAMASKAR (SUN SALUTATION) and YIN YOGA with Francesca from 10.30 to 12.45
Enjoy a revitalising practice, bringing the physical and emotional body into balance. Yin Yoga will stimulate the joints and the bones whilst Sun Salutations will energise the muscular system in a powerful blend of action and stillness.
The practice includes chanting the traditional Sun mantras in a dynamic and uplifting sequence, connecting with the body in a moving meditation.
CHANDRA NAMASKAR (MOON SALUTATION) and Inverted Postures with Andrew from 13.45 to 16.00
Andrew will guide you through the Moon sequence. The pacifying nature of the session is ideal to set the mind and the body for being “upside down”.
The class will guide you to experience yourself and your world from a different perspective, working gently on releasing fear and anxiety that are commonly associated with being “upside down”, and embracing the countless benefits coming from an inverted practice.
Please contact Feel Now Yoga for bookings and more information.

Shiva Shakti Yoga Day with Francesca and Andrew
2015-02-22 16:43
Sunday 22nd of February 2015 from 10.30 to 16:00 (lunch break between morning and afternoon session)
Join us upon our return from our intense retreat and travels in India for an exploration of Classical and Authentic Yoga practices. We follow our heart in this inspired and creative Yoga day where we will explore Shakti principles – creativity, energy, delight and deep connection with our body and mind to transcend our physical plane – and Shiva principles – stillness, centeredness, mindfulness and deep insights.
There will be Asana (yoga postures flow and still), Mantra (chanting), Pranayama (breathing) and philosophy.
Andrew and Francesca share their experiences on Yoga from the heart and guide you to explore the deepen connection with your own Inner teacher.
Cost for the day: £40
A £10 deposit secures your spot – limited spaces available for this popular Sunday event, please book with a deposit to avoid disappointments.
www.pureyogacheshire.co.uk
phone 07909 144 414

Open from Within - Yoga for Christmas with Francesca
2014-12-07 10:00
Sunday 7th of December 2014- 10.30 am to 12.30 pm
A special yoga practice with Francesca where we will explore the subtle qualities of chest opening postures – leading to Ustrasana (Camel posture – in the picture) and Urdhva Dhanurasana (Full Wheel posture).
Suitable for all, a non competitive and very mindful journey to open up our Self through the different layers of our being, from the body to more subtle energies. We will be starting gently with some restorative work, using gravity to help us to find the areas where we feel there is a potential to release. Moving onto asana to establish a relief for the hips and deep tissues around the groins, this is essential work to then embrace our full potential in the spine, upper chest, shoulders and neck. Chest opener postures can then follow organically…
A unique opportunity to treat yourself and open up to a calming and yet energizing yoga practice. This time of the year calls out for nourishing and opening up to be fully available to giving – love yourself first to be able to give love to everyone else!
The workshop includes restorative postures, active asana work, Yin yoga (deep stretches working on connective tissues), pranayama (balancing breathing work) and some meditation. Individual attention is given, with adaptations on postures and practices.
Cost: £20
10 Class Pass Members: £12 plus a stamp on the card
Unlimited Members: £17

The Inner Voice with Bhavana - Narayani and Matt Baker
2014-11-30 13:30
The Inner Voice Sunday 30th November
1:30-5pm
As we head into winter, a time for contemplation and quietness, explore the inner voice. This voice is our voice of wisdom, our voice of peace, our voice of intuition.

This workshop will explore the relationship between this inner voice of wisdom and our outer singing voice, using mantras, movement, rhythm, sound and song.

By learning to express ourselves authentically we can deepen the connection our voices and the wisdom at our centre.
Cost for Voice Workshop: £30
Special: Voice Workshop and evening Kirtan (starting at 19:00) £35
More information and bookings: phone Andrew and Francesca 07909 144 414 – email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk

A Weekend of Yoga with Andrew and Francesca
2014-11-21 15:14
Two experienced teachers, wonderful and easy to reach location, beautiful historical building, great value for money… this is a not to be missed Yoga event!
Hartington Hall, Derbyshire, from Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd of November 2014
This weekend yoga break is designed for everybody, from the complete beginner to the seasoned yogi. As we move into the darkest months of the year, why not treat yourself to the benefits of Yoga, breathing and Meditation.
Replenish and restore your energies practicing in the embrace of Mother Nature. Take advantage of the full program offered by experienced and dedicated Andrew and Francesca and enjoy the peaceful location, stunning countryside and the charming village of Hartington with its lovely shops and ancient pubs. Hartington Hall in the Derbyshire Dales is surrounded by some of the UK most beautiful countryside with plenty of gorgeous walks available…. or if the weather is not inviting, enjoy some time by the fire in the beautiful Hartington Hall.
Numbers are limited so you will enjoy a cozy and friendly group with 2 teachers available. This is a real treat and we suggest you book your space as soon as possible to secure your spot. Here’s a sample of the programme:
Arrival Friday 21st of November by 6 pm. Evening Meal from 6.30 to 7.30. Introduction and unwind session from 8 to 9 pm.
Saturday 22nd of November:
7.15-8.15 am: Meditation and Pranayama
10-11.30 am: Asana
4-5.30 pm: Asana and Pranayama
8 pm onward: Meditation, movement and more….
Sunday 23rd of November:
7.15-8.15 am: Meditation and Pranayama
10-11.30 am: Asana
2 – 3 pm: Yin Yoga Special
Prices and bookings:

Cost: £225 per person
Very limited amount of single rooms available to those who book in first – 2 and 3 bedroom rooms available. All rooms have shower, some rooms are ensuite.
Contact Andrew / Francesca at info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk – phone 07909 144 414.

Stillness and Motion - a Yoga event with Alison Faith.
2014-11-16 14:22
Welcome to Alison Faith who will be visiting us again in November! A wonderful opportunity to practice a creative Fluid Yoga Flow and some stillness in her special yoga event. Read more about Alison here.
Sunday 16th of November 2014 from 10 am to 3 pm.
10:00-12:00 Motion
This morning’s session will be an energising exploration of creative, fluid movement. Building upon solid foundations of secure technique this relatively active practice will ebb and flow with our breath, with the rhythms of the body. We will generate some heat and dare to get ‘into our groove’ shedding the shackles of conformity and inhibition to express our true creative joyfulness
13:00-15:00 Stillness
Luxuriating in a more mellow, gentle and restorative physical practice we will dive deeply into stillness. Feeling what we feel, accepting where we are, breathing into tension, resistance in order to free and release blockages. A massage for the soul.
One practice £20
All day £35
For more information and bookings: phone 07909 144 414 – email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk

A Journey to Oneself - an exploration of Body, Breath, Mind and Tantra
2014-11-02 13:18
Sunday 2nd of November 2014 – 17:30 to 19:30
Join Andrew for this intensive which will explore our physical, mental and emotional approach to life around us. We will be using postures, breathing, mantra, and meditations (using fresh flowers and chocolate!). During the intensive we will be practicing with our eye on the psychological aspect of asana (postures). We will also be exploring boundaries, physically and emotionally, to give us more of an insight into our practice and relationships with ourselves and people around us.
Suitable for all – please book in advance so I know how many chocolate and flowers to buy 🙂

Cost: £20
10 class pass holders: £12 plus a stamp on their card
Unlimited pass holders: £17

Sun Salutations event for Charity
2014-10-12 09:19
Thanks to all who joined us on Sunday 29th of June for our first Charity event! We practiced 108 Sun Salutations – an auspicious number in Yogic tradition and we raised £330 to help young people dealing with cancer. It was a fantastic fully attended event and everybody enjoyed the wonderful sense of achievement!
Join us for the next one on 12th of October 2014 from 10.30 to 12.00.
Pure Yoga is delighted to invite you all to a Sun Salutation event in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust and Christie Children’s Hospital.
This event is opened to all, regardless of yoga experience or practice. Andrew and Francesca will lead this refreshing mildly dynamic practice ending with a lovely long relaxation. Sun Salutation is suitable for everybody and it stretches and tones the whole body, energizing and calming the mind as well.
All money will be donated to the Teenage Cancer Trust operating from Christie Hospital – check their website
Donation £ 10 – 15 or as much as you can afford to spare…
Please let us know if you are planning on coming so we have an idea about numbers. Om Shanti.

Fluid & Delight - Yoga Workshop with Andrew and Francesca.
2014-09-28 13:17
Sunday 28th of September 2014 – 10.30 to 4 – one hour break to explore the lovely Treacle Market in Macclesfield Town.
On the “Fluid and Delight” Yoga Day we are going to deepen the practice of “stillness”. We will have the opportunity to share what really Yoga is about, with time for questions and answers to clarify some of the practices…
The day will include fluid sequences of postures (Continuous Flow), Pranayama and Meditation. All practices will be explored with playfulness and a deep sense of self inquiry. You will be challenged and delighted and you will find your “edge” in this juicy event that promises to be profound and fun.
10.30 – 12.30: Asana, Bandha, Mudra, Mantra. Bandha, Mudras and Mantras are powerful tools to plug into deeper awareness. Asana (yoga postures) will be fluid and will include inversions – or preparation for inversions, according to one’s level. Prana (vital energy) will be stimulated in this revitalizing practice – perfect to support body and mind during the change of season.
13.30 – 16.00 – Asana, Pranayama, Mantra, Meditation. Complementing the revitalizing nature of the morning’s practice, we will move into more introverted practices including classical Pranayama (breathing) to awaken the flow of our inner energy (Shakti). Some long held postures to prepare the body and to settle the mind into a guided Meditation. Finishing with Relaxation and some time for questions and answers.
Yoga is better practiced on an empty stomach. We suggest you have a moderate breakfast one and half hour before starting the practice and a light snack at lunch time, planning to have your main meal after the workshop.
Cost: £40 for the whole day
A deposit secures your space – email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk or phone 07909 144 414
We want to say a big THANK YOU to all the wonderful people from Macclesfield and Cheshire, and to those who travelled from as far as Wales and Chester, who made our previous event a real success. Your presence is making Pure Yoga what it is – a place to share the benefits and the truths of Yoga in its many forms. We are delighted with the warmth of those who enjoy sharing their yoga practice with us and who make the hard work of running a yoga studio well worth it! THANK YOU from the bottom of our heart…

Kundalini Yoga Workshop 31st August 2014
2014-08-31 15:23
Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan is known as the yoga of awareness. It’s a complete science that includes yogic postures (asanas), sound, chanting (mantra) and meditation so that we can merge with our inner light! Come and experience this for your self!
This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who is new to kundalini yoga, and would like to find out more. A day of dance, kundalini yoga and meditation to open the heart and gain a deeper awareness of who we are. As we have just entered the Aquarian Age, it’s vital that we activate our naval centre, build our inner strength and connect to our unlimited self.
Please bring:Yoga mat or sheepskinHead coveringBottle of water to sip through the dayBlanket for relaxation.Wear loose fitting clothesA vegetarian lunch to share
Kundalini Yoga WorkshopSunday 31st of August10am – 3pm£35/£25 concessionTo book please contact Claire/ Sat Nadar 07547138700 or email clairecampbell2000@hotmail.com or please go to www.kundaliniyogamanchester.com to book through paypal
If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to get in touch on the above number or email.Love xxx

Yoga Workshops with Peter Roussel
2014-08-10 14:56
Introducing a yoga workshop by dedicated Yogi and friend Peter Roussel who will be visiting us this summer. Originally from South Manchester, Peter spends most of the year in India and teaching yoga in different countries, including Japan and Europe. He will be sharing his deep knowledge of asana (yoga postures) in this workshop that is suitable to all levels. Visit his website Byoga.
Sunday 10th of August from 10.30 to 17.00 ( break between 13.30 to 14.30).
Step by Step: Developing leg function with asana from 10.30 to 13.30.
Improve strength and alignment of the legs. Develop ‘habits’ in the leg function that support joints and bring lightness to the body.
This workshop will focus on joint actions and the muscles that stabilise them to begin to build a improved walking pattern. Looking specifically at ankle and knee action to protect joints (like our precious knees that help us navigate this life). We also work with actions of the legs that are supportive to the upper body. Functional habits from the feet up can even effect neck issues and eye sight! Includes slow start and breath work.
Lighten the Load: Improved muscle function and freedom in upper body from 14.30 to 17.00.
Shoulders can accumulate tension associated to mental stress as well as physical disfunction. In this workshop we will take a closer look at the way the shoulders function to discover ways to make them powerful and free.
Building upper body strength and functional muscle patterns keep tension away from the neck. Residual neck tension lowers ‘brain power’ and feeling of energy. If you feel a bit low this workshop is likely to lighten the load!
Special offer for both Workshops: £45
Morning Workshop only: £30
Afternoon Workshop only: £25
About Peter:
Peter draws on Iyengar yoga and ‘Scaravelli inspired’ practice to present techniques and ideas to create safe practice. He gives specific directions to explore but also directs your attention to the reactions in the body so you can find what works in your circumstance.
Learning to feel the response to what happens as you apply techniques in the practice, you develop power for self determination.
Detailed instruction and challenges will be included in this workshop but it is strictly non-competitive and open to all levels.

Yoga Playshop ‘Going with the Flow’ with Alison Faith
2014-07-13 14:33
Our lovely friend and ispired Yogini Alison Faith will be back from the 10th to 22nd of July to share her insight at Pure Yoga – join her in this brand new workshop (or like she likes to call it “playshop”) where the water element will be explored. Alison is a deeply committed Yogini who will be travelling from Ireland this summer to teach in different locations around Europe…
Yoga Playshop
‘Going with the Flow’ on Sunday 13th of July from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm
Inspired from a second scrumptious dose of Fluid Power training with Simon Park, this time in Utrecht, Netherlands I am looking forward to sharing with you this creative, flowing, liquid style of practice.
The emphasis is upon self expression, building from solid foundations of safe technique and inner listening we will develop a sequence of movement (asana) together and then start to add a layer of individual interpretation, softening the boundaries between poses, following the fluid internal rhythms of our intuitive bodies.

The ‘playshop’ will include
• Grounding, centring meditation
• Pranayama
• Development of a sequence of movement
• Creative self expression
• Guided relaxation
Price £20
Please bring your body, an open mind and a sense of humour. Please leave your inhibitions at home!
This practice will be relatively active. Some experience of Yoga is beneficial but not essential.
For more information or book your place, contact info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk or phone 07909 144 414 – Alison’s email: alisonfaith.yoga@gmail.com

Slings and Yin Yoga.
2014-06-28 16:22
Yoga Workshop – Saturday 28th of June from 11.30 to 13.45
Swing your way in this unique workshop limited to just 10 attendees. Half the group will take to the air using slings for inversions, core and balancing postures, whilst the other half will enjoy a deep fascia releasing practice.
We’ll swap around for the whole group to have a balanced practice on both aspects – the strength building Yoga Slings and the calming and balancing Yin Yoga. We will end the session with a grounding relaxation for all. Join the bliss with Andrew and Francesca…
Strictly booking only, £15 deposit required to secure your space. Phone Andrew or Francesca on 07909 144 414 or email us on info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk
Cost £25

A day of Yoga with Jenny Beeken
2014-06-22 15:26
Jenny Beeken is founder of the Inner Yoga trust & author of ‘Ancient Wisdom’, ‘Yoga of the Heart’, ‘Your Yoga Body Map’ & ‘Don’t hold Your Breath’
Summer Solstice celebration
A time to signify new beginnings, the Summer Solstice heralds the beginning of Summer and represents the time of fulfillment. Come and share this day of Yoga Asana, Meditation and Pranayama.
Sunday 22nd June 2014, 10am-5pm, £35 for the day
Pure Yoga Cheshire, 29 Charlotte Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6JB
For more information and to reserve a place please contact
Vicky Carr. Tel: 07869 142210 – email: yogawithvicky@gmail.com

Midsummer Yoga Retreat in Scotland.
2014-06-17 16:00
6 Days Yoga retreat at Pureland Retreat Centre – Samye Ling Buddhist Monastery.
From Tuesday 17th to Sunday 22nd June 2014.
Experience serenity, calm and restoration with Andrew’s annual Yoga retreat set in the grounds of the oldest Buddhist Monastery in Europe. This retreat has been run successfully for about 8 years.
Looking out over the River Esk in the peaceful hills of the Scottish borders, ‘Purelands’ at Samye Ling is an ideal setting to inspire, exhilarate and offer time for reflection in our busy lives. The retreat will offer asana, pranayama, meditation and mantra. There will be time and opportunity to walk around the meditation garden, venture up the fairy hill or talk a stroll along the river bank, maybe catching a glimpse of the otters in the unspoiled natural surroundings.
Every morning will be silent as well as one full day of silence (mouna).
Friends are also welcome to observe or participate in the meditations and puja performed in the very colorful traditional Tibetan Buddhist temple.
All accommodation is in basic but comfortable single rooms with three (excellent!) home cooked vegetarian meals a day, drinks available throughout the day.
Price £ 495 which includes all tuition, a single room per person and all meals. Arrival 4 pm, depart 4 pm.
Bookings are now being taken, £100 deposit (non refundable) secures place.
The monastery is about three and half hours drive (from Macclesfield).
Car sharing may be available.
Address: Samye Ling Buddhist Monastery Eskdalemuir Langholm, Dumfriesshire, Scotland
NB this is a yoga retreat not a Buddhist retreat and is open to everyone from beginners to advanced students.

A Day of YogAsana and Meditation with Granville Cousins on Sunday 11th of May.
2014-05-11 10:30
Join Senior Yoga and Meditation Teacher Granville Cousins on Sunday 11th of May 2014 at Pure Yoga Cheshire.

We are thrilled to host Granville again in this special event where he will share some of his immense knowledge of yoga. One of the most renowned and respected teachers in the North of England, Granville has been teaching Yoga for over 20 years in Britain, Ireland and internationally. We are very lucky to have him with us in Macclesfield.
Sunday morning
10:30am to 12:30pm
During this morning session Granville will be guiding you through a sequence of postures to bring freedom to the spinal column, build strength, stamina and co-ordination. These postures are mainly standing poses and are practiced in a particular way of stepping into and out of the postures. This particular method is designed to create less loading on the muscles and joints in the back and have proved to be very beneficial to those who enjoy a strong yoga practice but who may have developed some postural issues in this area. The morning session will conclude with inverted poses including Headstand and Shoulderstand.
Sunday afternoon
13:30pm – 15:30pm
For the afternoon session we will be practicing a more gentle form of yogAsana postures. These are done in a more passive way and the asanas are held for a period of 3 to 5 minutes. We will be working on the Hip Series of postures which prepare the pelvic area and lower spine for sitting postures and meditation. There will be a guided meditation period with an opportunity to ask questions at the end of the session.
Cost is £35 for the whole day.
A deposit is required to secure your space, please contact Pure Yoga on 07909 144 414 or email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk.
More information about Granville:
Granville teaches Yoga Classes and Workshops in the Manchester area. He has practiced yoga for over 40 years and studied with Yogacara Mr. B.K.S. Iyengar at the Ramamani Institute in Pune, India, and the late Derek Ireland at The Practice Place in Crete. He teaches yogAsana and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Classes also on a private basis in Manchester and the Rochdale areas. Amongst his clients are sports oriented individuals and groups from the fields of Football, Tennis, Cricket, Golf etc. He also leads Yoga Holidays and Workshops in such countries as Ireland, Turkey, Portugal, Tobago, Jamaica, Sri Lanka and the Middle East

Winter Yoga Retreat in Lanzarote with Andrew Wrenn
2013-10-31 18:00
Yoga in the Sun, one week yoga retreat in Lanzarote from Thursday 31st of October to Thursday 7th of November 2013
A unique setting for a Yoga retreat aimed at personal transformation through your yoga practice in a wonderful natural
environment.
Enjoy the quiet location, the superb views over the Ocean and the Volcanoes. A perfect place for deepening the practice of Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, Bandha and Meditation.
This is an intimate retreat for the dedicated practitioner.
Lanzarote has fascinating landscape of volcanoes and gorgeous beaches. This week long retreat will allow some time to enjoy the amazing artistic displays and lovely markets as well as swims in the pristine clear waters of the Ocean.
Please contact us if interested, very limited availability.
Price: £585 includes
Accommodation in residential Villa overlooking the Ocean, quiet location;
Full board (except one dinner that will be taken at a local restaurant) with delicious home cooked vegetarian food;
Three yoga classes a day (including Meditation – Pranayama early morning, Asana late morning, Asana and Pranayama in the evening).
Car hire to be added to the cost once bookings have been finalized.
A deposit of £200 is required to secure your booking.
FB us or email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk or phone us 07909 144 414

Chanting and Meditation Event
2013-09-28 19:00
Chanting and Meditation
Saturday 28th of September 2013 from 7 to 9.30 pm.
Join our alternative evening with uplifting chanting to open the heart and meditation to find stillness, clarity and delight. This is one of our regular events and everybody is welcome, no experience is needed. Enjoy being in our beautiful and welcoming studio and chant with us (if you like…)
Minimum donation: £5 per person (including tea and biscuits).
