Therapeutic Yoga & Restorative Voice
We invite you to a very special Weekend Immersion, with Katie and Nessi Gomes, at the prestigious La Fregate Hotel, Guernsey.
We will engage in a variety of experiences, designed to release tension, cultivate mindfulness and support overall wellbeing.
During the weekend we will explore therapeutic movement; creating a sense of freedom and space, whist participants can also expect a harmonious blend of passive and active vocal practices, aimed at restoring the nervous system and leaving you feeling more resourced.
Benefits include improved breath control, reduced stress, heightened self-awareness, and a sense of deep relaxation. No previous experience is required for any part of this retreat.
Our retreats are an open and safe space for all participants, from beginners through to the experienced. We have just 21 spaces available, with this stunning boutique hotel all to ourselves, to fully recalibrate and reset.
We will be offering optional treatments, or you may also choose to simply rest and restore in the wonderful hotel grounds, where you will find the time to read or have the space to journal, enjoy sea swims, stunning views, and revitalizing walks, all in the reflective and safe space of this Retreat.
What is included?
- Two nights accommodation in private rooms at La Fregate Hotel. We have mainly single rooms available, and 4 twin/double rooms. We also have a Deluxe Suite, for double occupancy. (Single rooms are available, at a supplement of just £100 for the entire weekend, and are with double/queen beds).
- Delicious breakfasts, vegetarian lunches, and healthy nourishing evening meals at the Award-winning Le Fregate Restaurant, overlooking St Peter Port.
- All classes and workshops with Katie and Nessi, including Gentle Hatha Yoga Flow, Yin Yoga, Candlelit Restorative Yoga and Guided Meditations/Yoga Nidra with Katie.
Joining us will be Angele Plimley (Heart Yoga Therapies) & Kristine Garlan-Hando (Chill-Om Holistic).
Additional information: –
- All yoga classes and workshops are optional, and can be taken at your leisure
- Rooms will be offered at first come first serve basis, and spaces are limited.
- All treatments will be at an additional cost ~ payable directly to Kristine, our wonderful and talented complementary therapist, offering a variety of treatments.
- Please note treatments will run throughout the Saturday. (Available timings will be emailed to you, 3 weeks prior to the retreat, so please book these ASAP to get your preferred time slot)
- The retreat commences with the first class at 5.15pm on the Friday, (hotel check in from 3pm), and finishes after brunch, on the Sunday morning at 11am (hotel check out time).
- A pre order of the evening meals, will be requested prior to the retreat commencing.
- Terms and conditions will be sent with booking forms, for completion at the payment of deposit; it is essential that you have full travel insurance in place for any of our retreats.
- A non-refundable deposit of £200 will be required to secure your booking; the remaining balance will be required 6 weeks prior to the retreat.
COST:
Single Room ~ £695
Shared Room ~ £595pp
Deluxe Suite ~ £895pp
Who For: Everyone, from beginners through to the experienced
What should I wear? Super comfy clothes to move, and relax in! We actively encourage comfort during our retreats
What do we need to bring ? A yoga mat, blanket,
Optional; Yoga bolster, eye pillow, yoga block & strap
Please note, once your deposit is paid, and your booking form is completed and returned, we will send you further information, such as how to book treatments etc.
Please note as below;
Fundamentally anyone and everyone can benefit from using sound in a therapeutic way. However, there are certain conditions and circumstances that makes certain forms of sound work inappropriate as detailed below.
* A voice bath is not recommended for pregnant women under 12 weeks, due to the delicate nature of any pregnancy during this first trimester.
* Conditions such as Menieres and Epilepsy, which are sound sensitive, may be triggered by sound; metal implants, pins and screws may be affected by the vibrations; and the rhythm of a pacemaker may also be affected.
* An altered state of consciousness requires a certain amount of mental stability in order to ensure safe practice. Anyone with a serious mental health condition that is experiencing unmanaged symptoms i.e. suicidal, psychosis or diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia are not recommended to partake in the Voice Bath sessions.
Retreat Facilitators:
Katie has been running retreats for 10 years, teaching for 13, and practicing for 25 years. During which, she has developed a very inclusive practice for all, an approach which aligns with mindful movement, and focusing on the present moment, which can help disolve tension, and release the mental chatter. It’s designed to bring a sense of calm and grounding, which can be especially beneficial in today’s fast-paced world.
Nessi Gomes is an international musician, and group facilitator with a BA (Hons) in Creative Expressive Therapies in Music (2007), and a certified Holistic Voice Practitioner with The British Academy of Sound Therapy (BAST) in Group Voice Therapy (2014).
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Those who have joined us for previous retreats have used the below words to describe their experience:
Le Fregate Hotel - rated 9/10 by the Telegraph;
