Yoga and the secret of joy

The secret of joy lies in understanding the roots of suffering.

Joy is always present: it is our inner nature; it does not need to be striven for or acquired.
There is a key word in Sanskrit which is klesha, it means "cause of affliction". According to yoga tradition, due to klesha we experience sorrow, confusion and frustration.

The five basic klesha are: ignorance, identification with ego, attachment, aversion, and will-to- live (fear of death).

During the retreat we will study them as a framework for the practice of asana, pranayama and meditation.

Each yoga session will strike a balance between softness and intensity: soft, to cater to beginners and advanced practitioners alike; intense, because the "body work" helps us dive into silence, the true abode of joy.

Every session concludes with a seated meditation, a treasured jewel of yoga practice.
To complement the work on the mat, there will be lectures and dialogues, and leisure time to enjoy the many treats Mandali offers.

The total cost of the retreat ranges from €1050 (shared accommodation) to €1550 (premium single room).

For more information about the content of the retreat pls contact Daniele at: danielerabozzi@gmail.com

This retreat will be held in English.

Agenda

Friday – February 9^th

From 14:00 Arrival and Check-in

17.45 - 18.45 welcome practice

19:00 - 20:00 dinner

20:30 - presentations and introduction to the retreat

Saturday to Tuesday – 10^th to 13^th

07.30 – 08.15 practice

08.30 – 09.30 breakfast (social silence)

10.30 – 13.00 practice / break / talk

13.00 – 14.00 lunch

14.00 – 16.45 free time

16.45 – 18.45 practice

19.00 – 20.00 dinner

20.30 – 22.00 free time / evening talk / video

Wednesday 14^th – departure day

07.30 – 08.15 practice

08.30 – 09.30 breakfast

9.30 – 10.00 check out

10.30 - 12.30 practice and closing meeting

12.30 – 13.30 lunch