Journey into the Self - 4 Days Retreat with Ayurveda (June 2024)

'Ayurveda' is a journey into the wisdom of being connected and in tune with Nature. And 'Yoga' facilitates a beautiful union of Us with Nature. Tapping into this ancient wisdom, which is innately a part of our being, there will be 4 days of reconnection and rejuvenation!

Located in the heart of the Forest of Dean, ASHA Centre is an idyllic space with an abundance of nature within and around it. Hosting the perfect harmony of the natural environment and beautiful ethics, it is an inspirational space to experience the beauty of Ayurvedic life over 4 days. 

You will be welcomed here into a community of like-minded people, each trying to find their own unique balance. 

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The whole schedule for the retreat will be designed and customised with you in the centre for where you are in your life. 

With plenty of offerings, nourishing care offered by a loving and kind team of people and an abundance of nature, you will be able to find your space and quiet flowing through the day! 

This Ayurveda and Yoga Retreat weekend will be a celebration of the SELF and a return to nature. 

"This was my first experience of an Ayurvedic retreat and it was an absolute treat!  We experienced several Ayurvedic practices and daily rituals which were individualised to our constitutions. We had yoga sessions which were therapeutic in nature and were given postures which could help our individual imbalances. Sashi is an exceptionally caring, nurturing and attentive clinician. She guided us to practices that we could consider incorporating into our daily routines which are very helpful to manage the daily stresses and strains of life.  The food was the highlight! Local, seasonal and freshly cooked- it was nourishing and warm. All in all, a highly restorative experience!"

 ~ Payal Mittal Dayal 

Who is this Retreat for:

This retreat is designed for anyone -

- who is looking to find a little 'reset' button in their lives

- who is trying to incorporate healthier lifestyle practices

- who is seeking to learn more about incorporating  Ayurveda and Yoga into their lives 

- who would like to be cared for, looked after and be nourished

- who would like to disconnect from the rut and busyness of life and take back tools to reconnect 

What's Included:

• Four Days of Living in Harmony with Self and Nature

• Flowing schedules for the entire day 

               - with personalized guided sessions and 

               - a choice of activities/therapies or rest for unguided personal time 

• Ayurvedic Personalized Care Regime for Sensory Restoration (All 5 Senses) Daily

• Personalized Yoga Therapy 90 mins*3 (in a group) including breathwork, movements and flow

• Individualized Ayurvedic Treatments  (Jala Shirodhara, Nabhi Chikitsa, Agni-Viddha karma)

• A three-hour talk (split into parts) on understanding the Seasons through the perspective of elements 

• Nine Ayurvedic Meals (Thursday dinner until Sunday Lunch)

• Plenty of scrumptious treats, snacks, drinks and teas!

• Sound Bath with a professional Sound Therapist including Yoga Nidra (Guided Meditation) for 90 mins

• Meditation and Chanting sessions every day

"The Ayurvedic retreat was really wonderful. It was great to be among a community of like-minded people who are enjoying learning about Ayurveda. It was also great to witness Sashi's gracefulness and effortless joy as she looked after everyone with ease. It was inspiring to see such an example of health in action. The food was also great, the treatments were lovely and it was very useful to learn more and get some new insights into an Ayurvedic approach to life."

- Timothy Funnell 

The Location

ASHA Centre

Gunn, Mill House, Lower Spout Ln, Flaxley, Mitcheldean GL17 0EA, UK

Located in the heart of the Forest of Dean, ASHA Centre is an idyllic space with an abundance of nature within and around it. Hosting the perfect harmony of the natural environment and beautiful ethics, it is an inspirational space to experience the beauty of Ayurvedic life over 4 days. 

The ASHA Centre has been specifically designed to include spaces of inspiring, natural beauty and quiet contemplation.

ASHA Centre comprises a main house, a beautifully refurbished Georgian Home with a large dining room, modern kitchen, drawing room, office, library and elegant en-suite bedrooms. Within the main house is ASHA library, which has over 2,000 books on topics ranging from poetry and religion to agriculture and self-development. 

The Peace Pavilion, right across the main house, is a stunning educational and training space with inspiring views of the rose garden with over 2000 English roses and grounds. This is where we will host our group sessions during the retreat. 

At a 5-minute walk from the Centre is St Anthony's Well, an ancient sacred spring and holy well.

ASHA's bedrooms are individually decorated with Chinese embroideries, antique furniture and high-quality mattresses. All the rooms come with en-suite facilities. 

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Contribution 

The Total Contribution for the entire Retreat is 

            - £775 per person in a shared room with an en-suite

            - £945 per person in a private single room with an en-suite 

            - £600 per person for retreat access without stay 

Deposit: A £300(for shared room or day retreat)/£400(for single room) non-refundable deposit is to be paid at the time of booking and the remaining amount is to be paid a minimum of 3 weeks before the retreat.

Payment plans are available, please contact us for details