ROOTS TO RISE
RETREAT
YOGA, FITNESS & WELLNESS
KOH SAMUI, THAILAND
3-9 MAY 2020
On the island of Koh Samui, perched on a hill over looking the sea, is a spectacular oasis for yoga, wellness, & relaxation.
Join us, for 6 nights and 5 days in this tropical paradise.
We are only as strong as our foundation- it’s our roots that enable us to rise.
Often it is only when things go wrong that we start to question the integrity of the base, but really the ability to cultivate and nurture our roots is available at any time.
Our week together will be focused on creating awareness, strength, and integrity in both body and mind, to set the ground work that enables us to rise in ways we never believed possible. It doesn’t matter whether you are a new student or an experienced practitioner- the deeper and wider the roots go, the greater the potential for growth.
With the luxury of longer practices, we will have the opportunity to break down the practice in ways that wouldn’t be possible in the confines of an hour, weaving in pranayama and meditation to go beyond the physical. Rewiring and breaking habits to move better, deeper, & with greater purpose.
Besides our twice daily yoga practices we will also gather for a few mat-based training sessions that will give you tools you can use with your practice, to cultivate more stability within your body & mind.
For recovery we’ve planned a visit to a jungle spa with steam caves, plunge pools, and natural, self-applied body scrubs.
And finally, because we can, we’ll take a private sailing and snorkelling day trip through Ang Thong Marine park.
You will leave this week feeling deeply connected, stable yet soft.
The Retreat experience includes -
Daily 2hr morning meditation, pranayama, and vinyasa yoga practice
3 delicious & nourishing buffet meals a day-locally sourced, homemade, organic & refined sugar free (with options for all dietary requirements)
2 x 45 min sessions of mat based stability training
1.5hr each evening of yin/therapeutic practice and/or myofascial release
Access to all resort facilities including infinity pool, private beach, cardio equipment, & lounge areas
Sailing trip to Ang Thong Marine park with snorkelling, beach exploring, & island hopping
Afternoon spa excursion to herbal steam caves and plunge pools, self-applied natural body scrubs & refreshments in a jungle oasis
Time to complete self-study & reflection, journal, rest, read, and enjoy the beach
Massage and spa treatments available on site, overlooking the sea, for an additional cost
our hostS - VIKASA YOGA RETREAT CENTRE & Coral Cliff BEACH Resort
Vikasa and Coral Cliff Beach Resort are on the East Coast of Koh Samui, a tropical island in the Gulf of Thailand about an hour away from Bangkok by air. Both stretch down to the waters edge, both have far reaching views of turquoise ocean, and are located just 500 metres apart.
We will spend our nights (and free time) at the newly renovated Coral Cliff Resort, which offers modern luxurious rooms all with balconies boasting sea views. The resort has 2 pools dotted with cushioned lounge beds & umbrellas - the most impressive is the infinity pool sprinkled with palms overlooking the sea. Our favourite though are the private beaches- shrouded by giant stone boulders at either end with clear water perfect for swimming and snorkelling, as well as a wide band of palm fringed sand for relaxing & soaking up the sun. There is also a small gym with cardio equipment, free to use.
Each morning we will start with yoga & meditation at Vikasa in our sea view Shala, followed by a healthy buffet breakfast at Vikasa’s Life Cafe, an open-air café serving up delicious meals with a sweeping view of the ocean and East coast of the island. After breakfast the time will be yours to explore the area or relax (apart from when we are at our spa day or sailing). Lunch will be simple and healthy, provided by Coral Cliff. We will return to our Shala at Vikasa for our restorative/theraputic evening sessions followed by a buffet dinner also provided by Vikasa’s Life Cafe.
All of the food served is fresh and homemade with care, catering to a wide variety of diets. Dishes are primarily vegetarian with any possible allergens like nuts disclosed. There are always raw and vegan options but meals will also cater to those who like to eat non-plant based food.
Vikasa and Coral Cliff are easily accessible- located about 20 mins from the airport and a short hop away from Silver Beach- a stunning cove perfect for swimming or a beach front Thai massage.
ROOM OPTIONS
Please note pricing is inclusive of all the retreat activities listed above.
Deluxe room- sea view
The Deluxe Sea View Rooms have large windows & balconies with sea & infinity pool views.
Ensuite modern bathroom with retractable privacy screen over the glass wall should you be sharing a room.
Air conditioner / TV / Hair dryer / Telephone / Wifi
6 NIGHT RETREAT
inclusive of all the retreat activities
$2,300.00 single person queen/king bed
$1,750.00 pP shared room king/queen bed or 2 single beds
Deluxe Sea view Bungalow
Deluxe Sea View Bungalows are self contained and closest to the beach, these rooms offer added privacy and comfort.
Balcony with seating area with tropical garden and sea outlook
Modern ensuite bathroom
Air conditioner / TV / Hair dryer / Telephone / Wifi
6 NIGHT RETREAT
inclusive of all the retreat activities
$2,660.00 single person queen/king bed
$1,950.00 per person shared room QUEEN/KING bed or 2 single beds
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Flights, airport transfers, and travel insurance (required to attend) are not included in the price.
Flights from Sydney usually arrive at night and stop briefly in Singapore or Bangkok before you arrive in Samui- please plan your travel accordingly so you are able to be attend the retreat in its entirety.
Check-in is from 3pm on May 3rd, plan arrive by 4pm for the opening ceremony and practice.
The retreat ends with a group breakfast after our final morning practice on the 9th of May.
A deposit of $650 is required to secure your spot.
Payment schedule as follows: 50% of the balance (full amount less deposit) is due by Jan 25th, the remaining balance is to be paid by March 25, 2020.
All retreat deposits and payments are non-refundable. We will gladly work with you to create a payment plan if required.
This retreat will cater to all levels of experience in both yoga and training- anyone 18 yrs or older is welcome to attend.
There are many people that attend on their own while others choose to come with a friend or partner- please note that we are unable to accommodate anyone that is not participating in the retreat.