In our only non-yoga week, Philippa’s creative writing course is a fantastic and popular event that has been held at Huzur Vadisi for several years.

The Book Doctor writing course offers a week of inspirational and practical exercises for freeing creativity, advice for crafting your book and exclusive insider information on how to get published.

Philippa offers a unique course of inspirational exercises for freeing creativity, for getting started on the book inside you and professional tips for getting published. During her 20 years experience as a commissioning editor with one of the major publishing houses in Britain, Philippa has worked with some of the biggest names in the business, including Stephen King, for whom she is British publisher.

"I have worked with Phil Pride for some twenty years, and know of no one in the writing and publishing business who is better equipped to talk about and teach the art and craft of writing" - Stephen King

Philippa is also an executive life coach, with a great deal of experience in helping writers of all kinds, from newcomers to veterans, to find the voice and shape they are looking for in their work.

Full board, accommodation and course:
£650 (single occupancy);
£550 (twin yurt);
£450 (shared room for writing partners without course)

For further details and booking please contact: philippa_pride@yahoo.co.uk
www.thebookdoctor.co.uk

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Gerry began the practice and study of yoga as a teenager. He trained at the Rathdowne Yoga Room in Melbourne Australia and at the Edinburgh Iyengar Yoga Institute for 2 years. Gerry qualified as an Iyengar teacher in 1995, and in 1997 he also studied intensively at the Iyengar Institute in Pune India.

Gerry's interest in Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga began in 1995, his first teacher being David Svenson. He also studied with Richard Freeman in Boulder, Colorado, and has studied with BKS Iyengar and Shri. K. Pattabhi Jois.

During his study time, which still continues, Gerry began teaching in 1993. He has been challenged by many different teaching environments and has worked independently with athletes, dancers, performers, medical professionals and actors, as well as teaching regular classes and courses. He currently co directs balance in Glasgow and conducts workshops and retreats around the United Kingdom and internationally.

For further information and booking please go to www.balance.co.uk

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Last minute £100 discount on the stated price, a great opportunity to join Ram and Clio's beautiful, restorative and fun week in the lovely warm sunshine, spring flowers everywhere, bliss.

Yoga, somatics, meditation and healing with Clio Fotiyadis and Ram Charan.

The focus of this workshop is to assist participants to unwind psycho-somatic blockages to well-being through movement, asanas, and stillness. Freeing the body-mind of past conditioning allows us to effortlessly abide in a state of natural ease and wellness. The programme will include daily yoga classes, Somatic Movement Education, pranayama, silent meditation periods, guided meditations, explorations of holistic/energy healing theory and techniques, and mantra chanting/kirtan.

The meditative focus will be on simple, non-dogmatic awareness practices which help to free practitioners of patterns of unease and stress based on misidentification. This week is an opportunity for deep rest, core relaxation, inner exploration, and restoration of wellness. There will be ample free time for participants to enjoy the beauty of Huzur Vadisi and the surrounding area.

Clio Fotiyadis has been studying yoga, meditation and healing for the past 15 years. Her classes combine a variety of classical hatha yoga styles and are suitable for all levels of practitioners. She is a certified Reiki master and practices ayurvedic and chakra healing massages. She is based in Istanbul where she has a thriving practice.

Ram Charan has been involved in meditation and healing for the past 20 + years, studying primarily in India with a variety of teachers. He has extensive experience in Vipassana meditation and in the traditions of non-duality and bhakti (devotional yoga). He is a certified instructor of Somatic Movement Education from the Living Somatics Institute (www.livingsomatics.com), and is Certified in Craniosacral Biodynamics by the International Institute of Craniosacral Balancing (www.craniosacralbalancing.com).

Somatic Movement Education is a highly effective movement therapy based on the work of Moshe Feldenkreis and Thomas Hanna. Through gentle, repetitive motions done with a high degree of awareness, practitioners release chronic muscle contractions which cause pain and structural imbalances. Participants will be led through a series of 4 classes and taught a simple daily practice, which, practiced regularly, can significantly lower pain levels and improve quality of life.

Both Clio and Ram will be available for private healing sessions (cost not included in retreat price).

For further information and booking please contact Jane at huzvad@aol.com

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The week will give guests the opportunity to practice yoga and Pilates in a beautiful environment with two highly experienced teachers. For the morning session there will be two classes. The first yoga class will be gentle and restorative, the second yoga class will be a dynamic vinyasa flow class. Guests can either take one or both yoga classes. The Pilates class in the evening will be structured to complement and balance both yoga sessions.

Susanne Lahusen teaches yoga (British Wheel of Yoga certified), Pilates and gyrotonic. Whilst respecting the unique characteristics of each discipline, her approach to teaching has evolved from an awareness of the elements that are fundamental to all movement.

Important influences include Derek Ireland with whom she began Astanga yoga in 1991, the release based work of Vanda Scaravelli, Jivamukti yoga, her training as an Alexander teacher, and the rhythmic and energetic qualities of gyrokinesis. Her classes are creative and fluid, yet precise and carefully sequenced to allow for individual progression.

She trained as a Pilates teacher in 1982, is a founder member of the Pilatesfoundation and an experienced teacher trainer. Susanne enjoys teaching at all levels while she also works with dancers and acrobats at The Place, Laban and The Circus Space. She is a mentor for Yogacampus and runs a studio in Battersea.

Leonidas Mezilis graduated from the Athens School of Drama in 1995. In 2001 he moved to London where he continued his study of dance at The Laban Centre. He then completed the Pilatesfoundation matwork Certificate at The Place which he later complemented with equipment training. In 2003 he trained as an Astanga yoga teacher with Elizabeth Connolly. He also is a certified Holistic massage practitioner. He has been a highly popular teacher of Pilates and yoga at Triyoga for many years.

For enquiries and booking please contact: susannelahusen@mac.com
www.susannelahusen.com

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This is Simon’s sixteenth year teaching yoga at Huzur Vadisi, he likes it that much!

Simon Low, one of the UK’s leading teacher trainers, has been teaching yoga internationally for over 17 years and has developed a unique and personal teaching style, keeping classes diverse, focused and fun. Simon’s teaching reflects his training and ongoing studies with international teachers in many forms of Hatha and Classical yoga.

Simon’s Yin and Yang Yoga teaching is a balanced and thorough approach to yoga practice, on and off the mat, incorporating practices that address the seen physical body and the unseen, yet equally felt energetic being.

Simon is the Principal of The Yoga Academy, one of the UK’s leading yoga teacher training schools and was the original Director and a co-founder of Triyoga, the UK’s most renowned yoga studios.

Simon is assisted at all his yoga events by experienced Yoga Academy teachers, ensuring that all students are effectively guided and supported throughout his classes.

The price includes full board, accommodation in one of our beautiful yurts, 6 hours of Yin & Yang yoga each day, a full day boat trip, but not flights.

For further information or to book please contact 07824 600619
or yoga@simonlow.com
www.simonlow.com
www.theyogaacademy.org

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Simon Low, one of the UK’s leading teacher trainers, has been teaching yoga internationally for over 17 years and has developed a unique and personal teaching style, keeping classes diverse, focused and fun. Simon’s teaching reflects his training and ongoing studies with international teachers in many forms of Hatha and Classical yoga.

Simon’s Yin and Yang Yoga teaching is a balanced and thorough approach to yoga practice, on and off the mat, incorporating practices that address the seen physical body and the unseen, yet equally felt energetic being.

Simon is the Principal of The Yoga Academy, one of the UK’s leading yoga teacher training schools and was the original Director and a co-founder of Triyoga, the UK’s most renowned yoga studios.

Simon is assisted at all his yoga events by experienced Yoga Academy teachers, ensuring that all students are effectively guided and supported throughout his classes.

The price includes full board, accommodation in one of our beautiful yurts, 6 hours of Yin & Yang yoga each day, a full day boat trip, but not flights.

For further information or to book please contact 07824 600619
or yoga@simonlow.com
www.simonlow.com
www.theyogaacademy.org

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Catriona has been teaching yoga for 15 years and acknowledges among her many influences, Shandor Remete, Clive Sheridan and John Scott.

In London she teaches at The Life Centre and Triyoga, as well as one-to-one coaching. She is a Board Member and part of the teaching faculty for the highly acclaimed Yoga Campus Teacher Training programme. Her teaching style is creative and spontaneous, reflecting the range of teachers and forms of yoga she has worked with over 3 decades. She has studied meditation with a master from the Himalayan Institute, and completed a three year S.I.T. (subtle integration therapy) course to develop healing through the energy body.

Without adhering strictly to any one particular style, her aim is to encourage students to experience and explore the richness and diversity of the yogic tradition - to challenge themselves physically, mentally and spiritually, while maintaining a sense of joy and enthusiasm in their practice.

This week will be an opportunity for students of all levels to discover different approaches to familiar postures, and explore some of the more subtle aspects of yoga through pranayama, meditation, yoga nidra and deeper internal practices. There will be three sessions a day (all optional), with plenty of opportunity for relaxation and reflection.

To make an enquiry or a booking please contact Catriona at cat.b1@blueyonder.co.uk or 0207 267 5675.

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Julie has been practising yoga since 1993 and is a BWY qualified teacher. Her studies began with roots in Iyengar Yoga, and over the years have moved towards the idea of natural body movements, and posture work related to the alignment and well being of the body with particular attention to human anatomy. Her personal yoga development is now with teachers such as Peter Blackaby and Gary Carter. She also created and runs The Yoga for Harmony Studio in Windsor.

Julie teaches at the studio and at several local Health Clubs and Sports Centres. She also teaches corporate classes and ‘one to ones’. Her classes are suitable for beginners, as well as for more experienced students, and while conducted in an atmosphere of dedicated practice are also warm and friendly.

For more information please contact Julie on julievpotter@googlemail.com

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Naomi teaches Yoga in London and Brighton and leads retreats and workshops all over the world. She is well known for her passionate and joyful, dynamic and inspirational style of teaching.

Her classes incorporate both the physical and spiritual aspects of the yoga practice, with a strong emphasis on deep vinyasa flow and meditation. Often the focus is on exploring the natural and graceful flow of the body and breath, moving from action to stillness and eventually towards gratitude and acceptance.

She has been a committed practitioner for the last 14 years, returning to India yearly and drawing upon many different styles and teachers to reach a deeper understanding of yoga in her own life. She takes a great interest in all her students and is deeply passionate about sharing this knowledge so that people may begin to lead happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives!

On this retreat you will practice twice daily. Our morning session will consist of fun, soulful, rhythmic and flowing asana sequences. In these sessions we'll concentrate on increasing prana and vitality within the energetic body; our overall aim to get the bad stuff moving out and encourage a sense of joy, lightness and liberation to emerge!

Afternoon sessions will take a more restorative approach aiming to get the good stuff moving in! Yin postures, deep relaxation, massage, pranayama, Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep), meditation and lots of time to unwind, nourish and rejuvenate on all levels. It is within this space that the body finds time to heal naturally and the mind begins to quieten and unload.

For further details about Naomi's teaching and her yoga at Huzur Vadisi please visit her website: www.soulstrength.co.uk

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Joey has been practicing yoga for ten years. During this time he spent three years as an apprentice with Hamish Hendry. He travelled to Mysore on four occasions to study with Pattabhi Jois and Sharat and was authorised to teach by Guruji in 2004. For the past four years Joey has been teaching the Mysore classes at Triyoga in Primrose Hill, London. He has recently relocated to Yorkshire where he now teaches at The Yoga Space in Leeds. This is his third time teaching at Huzur Vadisi.

The schedule for the week consists of guided morning sitting meditation, followed by Mysore Ashtanga style self practice. In the Mysore style each student receives individual attention appropriate to their practice, rather than a 'led' class. In the afternoon classes we will cover asana technique (deconstructing the practice), restorative asana and pranayama.

The week is open to all except complete beginners. During the week we will practice twice daily, with one afternoon off to allow for excursions.

For further information or to book please contact Jane on huzvad@aol.com

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Yoga teaches us how to live a life of balance in a world of constant change. A week of dedicated yoga practice in the heart of nature makes Huzur Vadisi the perfect antidote to 21st century living. We will learn how to combine the physical aspects of posture work with an exploration of yoga's potential for cultivating self-awareness through asanas, breath work, movement enquiry, mindfulness practices and relaxation techniques. As you learn to understand your thoughts, feelings, physical habits and reactions on the yoga mat, you can begin to apply what you discover to everyday life.

Gary Carter has over 25 years of experience in movement physical training, anatomical study and bodywork practices. With a background in athletics, competition cycling, bodybuilding, martial arts, yoga and manual therapies, he has studied with many inspiring teachers, trainers and masters in their fields.

Gary's sessions aim to help students discover a way of practising that leads them towards wholeness and freedom of movement; wholeness because the whole body becomes involved in every movement, and freedom because when the body moves in an integrated way, it experiences no block or limit and no part of the body is put under stress. Only then can we actively release tension and unblock the deep, alive movement of the spine.

Tuesday has been teaching for 17 years and practicing for 22. Her open and down to earth approach makes the practice accessible to everyone. Her main influences are from Iyengar, Scaravelli and Sivananda traditions of yoga. Her sessions will focus on asana work to encourage ease of movement and freedom for the breath in preparation for the subtle practices of pranayama and meditation.

The price includes all accommodation (single room supplement of £60 applies), 3 meals a day and all yoga. It does not include flights, insurance, transfers or day trips.

For more information on Gary go to www.naturalbodies.org.uk

For bookings and information contact Tuesday McNeill: tuesday@urbanyogi.co.uk
www.urbanyogi.co.uk

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Your guides for the holiday will be two of the most popular teachers from the Breeze Yoga studio, Naomi Clark and Anna Lempriere. They bring a wealth of experience and knowledge, combining their expertise to offer sessions daily to ensure that you are rejuvenated, relaxed and refreshed throughout your holiday.

Naomi believes strongly that a teacher’s responsibility lies in continual study. Originally trained by Bikram Choudry, Naomi taught internationally, and was a former senior teacher/owner of the first hot studio outside London in Brighton. Informed by teachers such as Sri K Pattabhi Jois, Ted Grand, Yoga Master Kumar, Uma Dinsmore Tuli and Rusty Wells, and having passed on her studio, Naomi felt inspired to explore diverse ways of practicing, particularly Yoga Nidra (sleep) which led her to study Yoga Therapy with the Yoga Biomedical Trust and eventually to expand upon her own personal practice teaching retreats in Egypt and Morocco. Naomi’s classes are suitable for all levels; dynamic, uplifting and informative, leaving you cleansed and connected.

Anna has been studying/teaching Kundalini yoga for 6 years, recently she’s deepened her practice specializing in The Mind & Meditation & Conscious Communication. She works as an executive coach enabling clients (BSKYB, Apple Mac, Turner broadcasting) to develop as leaders & communicators and find their individual style. A healer - Reiki master, she has studied Vedic philosophy for many years. Her down to earth and accessible style makes yoga and meditation possible for all.

For further details and booking please call reception on 0208 658 1990
or email info@breezeyoga.co.uk
www.breezeyoga.co.uk

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Marlene is an experienced certified Iyengar Yoga and Prana Flow teacher from the Netherlands. In her classes she combines her knowledge of Vinyasa and Iyengar yoga, teaching with a clear eye on body alignment and giving precise guidance on how to work intelligently with yoga. She also incorporates the influence of her dance background where she lets students move the body through its entire range of motion on the wave of breath.

Vinyasa is a term that means “breath-synchronized movement”. It is a principle that when applied with intent and intelligence, can create a powerful experience of flow and strength, stability and freedom. In this week we will explore a range of approaches to practice which will encompass both softness and ease, and power and challenge. Each day we will explore morning meditations, breathwork and asana classes. We will also practice more challenging postures such as arm balances, inversions, and delve into a variety of backbends, integrating core, alignment and bandhas into the practice.

This holiday retreat is suitable for all students, from beginners level to experienced practitioners. Classes will be multi-level, offering a gentle pace to start and progressively building up to more challenging - and fun - yoga practices every morning.

On this week it is also possible to include in your booking, advance payment for two planned group excursions (a boat trip and a sightseeing/shopping trip to Fethiye) and a 2-way transfer from/to Dalaman airport at an extra cost of £95.

For further information or to book please contact Jane at huzvad@aol.com
or have a look at www.seedsofyoga.com

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Bikram Yoga is a system developed by Bikram Chaudhury, described as ‘the best yogi of the 20th century’ by Swami Shivananda. It is a fun and challenging series of 26 postures, which are normally practiced in a hot room - at Huzur Vadisi the August weather will supply the necessary heat which allows muscles, ligaments and joints to perform at their optimum, and allows deep changes and healing to take place. It also promotes sweating to flush toxins from the body. The class is suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced, as each student works to their own level, and is aided by the famous Bikram ‘posture clinics’ in which students are guided individually to deepen their practice, or to heal particular injuries.

Michele came to Bikram Yoga when, as a martial arts instructor living in Los Angeles, she seriously injured her knee. She was so impressed by her recovery using the method that she went on to study with Bikram Choudhury himself for four years, and has been teaching for nine years. Michele has opened the first three Bikram centres in London. This is her eighth year at Huzur Vadisi.

The two weeks with Michele can be booked separately or consecutively.

Contact: kam@bikramyoga.co.uk

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Bikram Yoga is a system developed by Bikram Chaudhury, described as ‘the best yogi of the 20th century’ by Swami Shivananda. It is a fun and challenging series of 26 postures, which are normally practiced in a hot room - at Huzur Vadisi the August weather will supply the necessary heat which allows muscles, ligaments and joints to perform at their optimum, and allows deep changes and healing to take place. It also promotes sweating to flush toxins from the body. The class is suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced, as each student works to their own level, and is aided by the famous Bikram ‘posture clinics’ in which students are guided individually to deepen their practice, or to heal particular injuries.

Michele came to Bikram Yoga when, as a martial arts instructor living in Los Angeles, she seriously injured her knee. She was so impressed by her recovery using the method that she went on to study with Bikram Choudhury himself for four years, and has been teaching for nine years. Michele has opened the first three Bikram centres in London. This is her eighth year at Huzur Vadisi.

The two weeks with Michele can be booked separately or consecutively.

Contact: kam@bikramyoga.co.uk

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To fill the remaining places on Carol's wonderful week, we are offering a late booking discount of £45. Don't miss this chance to enjoy a fabulous week at a great price.

Carol has been teaching yoga on the Isle of Wight for almost twenty years and is committed to serving others on their own path of yoga, whether that involves a once a week class or exploring more deeply into the joy of a retreat or holiday.

Having spent many years trotting around the globe to practice with some of the world’s most influential teachers, her vast experience of yoga influences and her love of nature are interwoven into the most integral, intuitive and joyful classes available today.She specialises in running holidays and retreats all over the world and has assisted hundreds of people on their yoga journey back to the heart. Her love of life and yoga is contagious and all are welcome from beginner to advanced practitioners. Her style of teaching is intuitive and insightful, guiding students to approach their own practice with integrity and joy. She facilitated the opening of the only two yoga studios on the Isle of Wight where she lives with her three sons whom she maintains have and continue to be her biggest teachers.

This sparkling yogini invites you to join her on the most wonderful journey you can take.

For further information and booking please contact Carol at cananda13@hotmail.com or Jane at huzvad@aol.com

www.carolmacartneyyoga.co.uk

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This is Simon’s sixteenth year teaching yoga at Huzur Vadisi, he likes it that much!

Simon Low, one of the UK’s leading teacher trainers, has been teaching yoga internationally for over 17 years and has developed a unique and personal teaching style, keeping classes diverse, focused and fun. Simon’s teaching reflects his training and ongoing studies with international teachers in many forms of Hatha and Classical yoga.

Simon’s Yin and Yang Yoga teaching is a balanced and thorough approach to yoga practice, on and off the mat, incorporating practices that address the seen physical body and the unseen, yet equally felt energetic being.

Simon is the Principal of The Yoga Academy, one of the UK’s leading yoga teacher training schools and was the original Director and a co-founder of Triyoga, the UK’s most renowned yoga studios.

Simon is assisted at all his yoga events by experienced Yoga Academy teachers, ensuring that all students are effectively guided and supported throughout his classes.

The price includes full board, accommodation in one of our beautiful yurts, 6 hours of Yin & Yang yoga each day, a full day boat trip, but not flights.

For further information or to book please contact 07824 600619
or yoga@simonlow.com
www.simonlow.com
www.theyogaacademy.org

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Simon Low, one of the UK’s leading teacher trainers, has been teaching yoga internationally for over 17 years and has developed a unique and personal teaching style, keeping classes diverse, focused and fun. Simon’s teaching reflects his training and ongoing studies with international teachers in many forms of Hatha and Classical yoga.

Simon’s Yin and Yang Yoga teaching is a balanced and thorough approach to yoga practice, on and off the mat, incorporating practices that address the seen physical body and the unseen, yet equally felt energetic being.

Simon is the Principal of The Yoga Academy, one of the UK’s leading yoga teacher training schools and was the original Director and a co-founder of Triyoga, the UK’s most renowned yoga studios.

Simon is assisted at all his yoga events by experienced Yoga Academy teachers, ensuring that all students are effectively guided and supported throughout his classes.

The price includes full board, accommodation in one of our beautiful yurts, 6 hours of Yin & Yang yoga each day, a full day boat trip, but not flights.

For further information or to book please contact 07824 600619
or yoga@simonlow.com
www.simonlow.com
www.theyogaacademy.org

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This will be a glorious week of slow and gentle explorations of the body, mind and spirit, focusing on gently awakening our physical awareness. Together we will explore elements of the teachings of Vanda Scaravelli, including breath, and the flow of gravity through the body to reveal and release the natural freedom of the body, particularly the spine. This approach to yoga gradually enables us to reveal long-held patterns, helping us find a new lightness and suppleness.

To complete the experience, we will also be joined by Robert Annis, a very talented and intuitive massage therapist, who will be on hand to soothe aching muscles and help everyone to simply wind down, and enjoy the simplicity and beauty of this lovely space.

Catherine runs popular classes at Triyoga, and is well known for her imaginative and light hearted approach to teaching. She was originally a professional dancer and has been practicing yoga for over 25 years. She holds a Masters degree in ballet studies and is a qualified Thai massage practitioner, and it is this interest in the body which informs and inspires her teaching. She has studied Sivananda, Iyengar, Ashtanga and various forms of Hatha yoga before gravitating to the teachings of Vanda Scaravelli, particularly as expressed by John Stirk.

For further information, or to book, please contact Catherine by phone: 07747 196914, email: catherine.annis@yahoo.co.uk or visit her website: http://www.relaxandrelease.co.uk/

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This will be a glorious week of slow and gentle explorations of the body, mind and spirit, focusing on gently awakening our physical awareness. Together we will explore elements of the teachings of Vanda Scaravelli, including breath, and the flow of gravity through the body to reveal and release the natural freedom of the body, particularly the spine. This approach to yoga gradually enables us to reveal long-held patterns, helping us find a new lightness and suppleness.

To complete the experience, we will also be joined by Robert Annis, a very talented and intuitive massage therapist, who will be on hand to soothe aching muscles and help everyone to simply wind down, and enjoy the simplicity and beauty of this lovely space.

Catherine runs popular classes at Triyoga, and is well known for her imaginative and light hearted approach to teaching. She was originally a professional dancer and has been practicing yoga for over 25 years. She holds a Masters degree in ballet studies and is a qualified Thai massage practitioner, and it is this interest in the body which informs and inspires her teaching. She has studied Sivananda, Iyengar, Ashtanga and various forms of Hatha yoga before gravitating to the teachings of Vanda Scaravelli, particularly as expressed by John Stirk.

For further information, or to book, please contact Catherine by phone: 07747 196914, email: catherine.annis@yahoo.co.uk or visit her website: http://www.relaxandrelease.co.uk/

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Lisa has been a practicing yoga teacher and sports massage therapist for 10 years. She began her training at the Sivananda Vedanta Ashram in India and deepened her knowledge of yoga and the human body by completing the 2-year Yoga Therapy Diploma in London. She is also a pregnancy and restorative yoga teacher. She has since joined many workshops and been inspired by Francoise Freedman, Judith Lasater and John Stirk. Lisa runs classes, 1-2-1 sessions and workshops in East Sussex.

Lisa will integrate her knowledge of yoga, relaxation, breathing, writing, chanting and visualisation to help relieve physical and mental tension, release emotional blocks and bring back a sense of connection to the Self.

The morning yoga session will include dynamic postures to warm and invigorate the body and mind, pranayama (breathing exercises) to cleanse the lungs and increase the vital energy of the body and deep relaxation to release tension and stress. Each morning there will be time given to practice a ‘stream-of-consciousness’ style of writing and to create an affirmation or sankalpa for the week. The late afternoon yoga session will include longer held poses, which will bring about a state of inner contemplation and deep peace. The session will end in a long 20-30 minute guided yoga nidra (deep sleep).

Website: www.lisapowell.co.uk
Email: info@lisapowell.co.uk
Tel: 01424 445653
Mobile: 07733 395065

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Sue and Kate present a unique week of yoga postures, pranayama, meditations, voice, movement, group singing and creativity, in the beautiful, nurturing surroundings of Huzur Vadisi.

Combining the wisdom of ancient yogic practices with contemporary creative tools, the week offers you an opportunity to deepen your practise, clear your mind, ignite your expression and renew your energy on every level.

Mornings for the early risers will begin with meditation & pranayama, followed by a dynamic, flowing asana class. In the late afternoons we will explore different yogic and creative practises from, chakras, authentic movement, chanting, mudras and mantra to techniques for deep relaxation.

For enquiries please contact Jane at huzvad@aol.com

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Please see Katy's website for details www.appleyoga.com

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This week of yoga and walking in October will give people a flavour of 'out of season' Turkey with lovely warm and sunny daytime temperatures, but with that autumnal sparkle in the air which makes it perfect for walking and for great views without the summer haze. The shops and restaurants are all still open, but it's quiet, more a time for the locals. The sea is still warm, and we can do a boat trip, or a beach trip.

Julie's yoga sessions will be twice daily, one in the morning and one late afternoon. (On walking days the times of the yoga sessions may vary.) Julie has been practising yoga since 1993 and is a BWY qualified teacher. Her studies began with roots in Iyengar Yoga, and over the years have moved towards the idea of natural body movements, and posture work related to the alignment and well being of the body with particular attention to human anatomy. Her personal yoga development is now with teachers such as Peter Blackaby and Gary Carter. She also created and runs The Yoga for Harmony Studio in Windsor. She teaches at the studio and at several local Health Clubs and Sports Centres. She also teaches corporate classes and ‘one to ones’. Her classes are suitable for beginners, as well as for more experienced students, and while conducted in an atmosphere of dedicated practice are also warm and friendly.

There will be three guided walks led by the Huzur Vadisi staff in this beautiful unspoiled mountain location. One will be to the top of the mountain behind Huzur Vadisi, where views from the firewatch station are stupendous - you can see the mountain ranges rolling into the far distance, and looking towards the sea you can see the Greek island of Rhodes; another is down a spectacular gorge into Gocek our local seaside town, with great views again, and one through the forest following the old footpaths used by the villagers to take their animals to the higher pastures. The first two need a reasonable level of fitness, around 4 hours with steep stony paths on parts. The third walk will be shorter and easier. People can opt to do all three walks, some, or none. It's also possible to do shorter local walks on your own from Huzur Vadisi if you wish.

Walking boots or good shoes are needed. You should also bring warm clothes and socks, including a waterproof jacket (just in case), as well as shorts, swimming costume, jeans, T-shirts, yoga clothes etc. It's really a matter of dressing for two seasons - summer by day, and autumn by night! Despite the outdoor aspect of life at Huzur Vadisi, we are well set up to keep you cozy should the nights be cool, with woodburning stoves, quilts, and a yoga sala which can be enclosed if necessary.

For enquiries or to book please contact julievpotter@googlemail.com or Jane at huzvad@aol.com

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