St. James’ Park
An Alternative Campsite and Hostel in Bulgaria
Yoga Camp
Yoga and Wholeness of Living
Price: £300 for single tent or £270 for shared room in a big tent.
Dates: June 28th - July 5th and Sept 20th - 27th 2008
The Course
Yoga literally means “unity” and through the practice of yoga we are aiming to unite our mind with our body and spirit. With conscious breathing we calm the mind enhancing our experience of present time and through yoga asanas we cleanse and revive our selves in gently releasing stored tensions and toxins. With silent meditation we ground ourselves and invite in our spirits. In general most of us are almost always living in projected time zones (past or future), feeling rushed we loose our ground and we are often disconnected from our souls as modern living allows no space for them.
Course Rhythm
We will begin every morning with a session of yoga followed by breakfast. After lunch we will meet again for group council. This time will be spent sharing and tuning into the other aspects of holistic living. We will discuss the use of plants as medicine, living respectfully with the earth and environmental issues, diet and health. We can seekguidance from the spirits using tarot cards, take walks together and explore our inner selves through active meditations and dance. We then meet again in the early evening for a pre-dinner mindful meditation (sitting in stillness) progressing over the week from half an hour to a full hours sitting.This course will give time and space for you to relax, harmonise, cleanse and learn. It is a space for you to rid or take break from badhabits and addictions. We aim for you to become truly connected to your own energy and discover your true potential it is therefore advisable to gently wean yourself from caffeine, cigarettes, alcohol and a diet heavy in meat prior to the course. However your free choice is respected and there are no rules for attending the course. We can provide a supportive space for those wishing to make lasting changes in their lives but it is for each individual to choose their own timing.
The course is open to everyone. No prior experience is necessary in yoga or meditation. We ask that you bring your own yoga mat (a proper yoga mat is recommended) and please e-mail me in advance if you have any health problems or injuries. Teaching is conducted in English, you may wish to bring a note book and pen.
The Teacher
My name is Tamahine. I grew up in England and have had a relationship with yoga for the past 8 years. For the last 5 years I have lived in the Turkish country side on a small organic olive farm with my husband and daughter teaching yoga, studying herbal medicine and living and teaching in sustainable living techniques. For bookings please contact Kathy,00359884595174 or call 0035960386286 for general inquiries regarding the course please contact me.tamahinealemdar@hotmail.com
The Camp
My name is Kathy and I come from Newcastle, England. I am a nomad and I have lived in a number of different places around the world. I currently have the wonderful pleasure of managing a beautiful little corner of Bulgaria with just about every European fruit tree you can imagine. I am learning about Biodynamic growing methods, sustainable technologies and trying to make enough jam and chutney to keep up with the fruit.Life here is simple and endlessly interesting. The goats go by the house everyday on their way up to the pasture and people live as they have for generations. Fields are ploughed with horses and everything is reused and recycled.I’d like to invite you to share my life and camp amongst the fruit trees as part of a holistic healing week.
Practicalities
Accomodation is camping. We have a large room and large tent with 3 compartments that are available for sharing at a reduced rate of £270 pp. Private tents are £300 pp.We use compost toilets and solar showers and you can wash your clothes at the spring with my neighbours. Food is vegetarian and mostly organic. Please bring a sleeping bag and sunscreen. A torch would be useful and binoculars to have a closer look at the stars.
There are no particular dress code concerns but you’ll need walking shoes and probably a sun hat. You don’t need a visa if you are a citizen of the EU.
Getting here
Fly to Sofia or Varna then train or bus to Popovo – around 20 leva.
Train website www.bdz.bg .
Text me 00359884595174 or call 0035960386286 with your arrival time in Popovo and I’ll organise a taxi to meet you – 12 leva.
Booking
Places are limited –to confirm your booking, please send me an SMS (i dont have internet in Voditsa and it may be a couple of days before i can check my emails)to 00359884595174 or call me on 0035960386286.
Could you please complete the booking form below, cut and paste it and email it to mcgowankathy@gmail.com and to complete your booking, please make a deposit of £100 through PayPal to secure your place.
Yoga Camp Booking form.
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