Yoga Retreat: The Practice gets personal - with Bill Walsh

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Yoga: The Practice gets personal - with Bill Walsh

Ninety minutes north of Melbourne in the King Parrot Valley, Clearview Retreat backs onto the Tallarook forest and ranges, with immense views 100 kilometres across to Mount Buller and other spectacular mountain ranges. Clearview is located on ninety acres of bush with bluegums, a tea tree forest, grasslands and majestic granite rocks.

“The mastery of yoga must not be measured by how well you do yoga asanas, but rather by how well it influences your relationships in life in a positive manner,” T.K.V. Desikachar. Our weekend will begin with Yoga Mudra - a flowing series combining breath and movement, where under the broad umbrella of respect, we examine our relationship with ourselves, with others and with all that exists. With this as our agama (starting point) and foundation, we will engage asana practice (indoor and outdoor), pranayama, relaxation and yoga sutra to explore the wonderful possibilities of yoga beyond the mat, enriching every aspect of our lives. Supported by delicious food and a soothing environment, this weekend will suit every body.

The retreat includes 5 yoga classes, some periods of silence and two guided walks. Free time between yoga sessions allows guests to rest and explore. Optional massage can be booked separately. Class sizes are kept small and students of all levels of experience are welcome. If there are areas of particular interest or specials needs, i.e. injuries or pregnancy, please let us know in advance so we are able to better tailor the program to suit you.

Home-cooked, delicious, inspiring vegetarian meals are provided beginning with Friday night dinner. Special diets are catered for.

Bill Walsh graduated from Gita Yoga in 2007 with a commitment to honouring the student and the time they had set aside to practise. Bill has gone on to teach thousands of hours everywhere from health and yoga studios and sporting clubs to adult and youth prisons. With a strong belief in creating community through yoga, he runs programs for several councils. Yoga has been a source of transformation in his own life. Bill employs static and balance postures supported by a flowing vinyasa style with an emphasis on each student being guided by their own breath. Bill is currently continuing his studies in the Krishnamacharya lineage at Agama Yoga Centre.

Other 2012 retreats

6-8 January 2012: Yoga Retreat: Summer Reboot - with Michele Maselli

20-22 January 2012: Yoga: The Practice gets personal - with Bill Walsh

3-5 February 2012: Yoga Retreat: Stepping Up To Your Edge - with Michelle Jayne

24-26 February 2012: Yoga: The Practice gets personal - with Bill Walsh

9-12 March 2012: Yoga Retreat: Balancing Activity & Rest - and the Transitions between - with Antonia Pont

16-18 March 2012: Nature Meditation Retreat: Autumn Equinox - with Paul Macgregor

27-29 April 2012: Yoga Retreat: Autumn - Grounding & Connecting in… - with Claire Heywood

15-17 June 2012: Yoga: The Whole Creative Story - with Fiona Cairns

27-29 July 2012: Yoga Retreat: Winter - rest, restore, renew… - with Claire Heywood

 

More retreats will be scheduled for 2012 - check the website later for updates or ask to be put on our email list.