Join us for this special re-connecting and re-centering yoga retreat,  in the beautiful nature of Istrian peninsula, among the quiet green hills, unspoiled nature and old stone houses. Guided by two renomated and inspiring teachers, rejoin with your innermost self, deepen and enrich your practice, and purify all your senses through intense ashtanga & vinyasa morning practice, restorative evening asanas, pranayama & meditation, delicious fresh local veggie food, energetic healing, sauna and incredible massages.
Pure yoga - pure pleasure!

LOCATION:

Istria is the green heart of Croatia, where mass-tourism is still unknown, and the air is pure and vibrant. The possibilities that Istria offers are unlimited: whether you want to discover the small stone villages of the Istrian mainland and its amazingly tasty food (and wine), or the gorgeous Mediterranean variety of the coast and nearby islands, or simply enjoy the diversity of the peninsula’s beautiful nature, you're in an ideal starting point.

ACCOMODATION:

Dvori od Škrapi, secludedly located in the center of Istria, is only 60 km away from Trieste, and 240 km from Venice (Italy). 
It consists of  four traditional stone villas surrounded by green park and forest. Each house offers superior quality accomodation: spacious bedrooms with bathrooms and terraces, comfortable living rooms and luxurious kitchens and dining rooms - all the furnishings and privacy needed for a pleasant and relaxing holiday.
Each villa has its own style and shape, and has its own sauna and two shared pools with a sunny patio, ideal for sunbathing.

You can choose a superior double bedroom accomodation with private bathroom & terrace or single / double / twin occupancy bedroom with shared bathroom.

RETREAT INCLUDES:

Superior a/c Accommodation
Morning and afternoon Yoga practice
Gourmet Vegetarian Meals
One energetic healing general treatment
Pranayama, Meditation and Yoga Nidra sessions
Swimming, Sunbathing, Laughter & Rejuvenation
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Special individual approach for advanced and TT yoga students

Not included in the fee (optional): transport to and from Dvori od Škrapi, Chavutti Thirumal massages, private yoga coaching, trips to Rovinj, Opatija or Brijuni Islands

TEACHERS:

Marco and Sandra Bianco, partners in Yoga and in life, are both experienced certified teachers (E-RYTs). Their knowledge and love for yoga are contagous, and their friendly and supportive nature will make you feel at home.
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PRICES* (in euro):

Superior double / twin bedroom accomodation with shared bathroom:
 **early bird 800 € / late bird 900 €

De Luxe Double bedroom with its own bathroom and terrace:
**early bird 850 € / late bird 950 €

Single room (only 3 rooms available):
**early bird 1100 € / no late bird!

€ 300 non-refundable deposit holds your space. Places are limited.

*Special extra discounts for GaiaYoga / GaiaTree / Sangha students, and 1 space for assistant / karma yogi.
* *Early bird discounts for booking prior to 15th of April, 2010.

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TYPICAL DAILY SCHEDULE:

  7:30 Pranayama & meditation (optional)
  8:00 Ashtanga Mysore class with individual instructions and adjustments
10:00 Ashtanga Led class / Fruits and tea break
11:30 Brunch and free time
17:00 Philosophy lecture (optional) & tea time
18:00 Restorative Vinyasa Flow class
19:00 Dinner
20:30 Yoga Nidra / Yoga Movie night / Chanting / or simply enjoying yourself

TT 500 (ADVANCED TEACHER TRAINING):

For the certified Yoga Alliance 200-hr yoga teachers, this retreat counts as 500-hr advanced training (50 hrs / week). They will be supported during adjusting, advanced kriyas and pranayama (breathwork).

CHAVUTTI THIRUMAL (traditional Indian massage)

With Chavutti Thirumal massage, an ancient Indian tecnique from Kalari warriors of Kerala,  the entire body is smoothed with healing ayurvedic oil and then for 75 minutes receives deep, firm, flowing strokes quite literally from head to toe. Chavutti has exceptional power and reach because it’s delivered by foot. It irons out muscular-skeletal problems, squeezes out toxins and then reaches into the emotional and postural patterns, which have created pain or woe. Soothing and regenerating after yoga practice.

PEM (Paris Energy Method)

Unique and powerful tecnique of energetic re-allignment and re-vitalising of the energy body. One general treatment (20-30 minutes) is included in the fee.

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