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“This is the real deal. If you are looking for a true expression of the essence of Yoga you don’t need to look further. I have had the warmest of genuine welcome, been nurtured, eaten amazing food which is prepared and served with love. The teachings and course leadership are authentic and based in deep understanding of yoga. The setting is perfect, an oasis of nature unspoilt on the bank of the splendid Thames. The sweat lodge is authentic and transformative. I can’t recommend this any more highly.”

By Bob S on 03 Jun, 2023

Sadhama retreats are probably the best independent spiritual retreats about currently. I love where the grounds are located, and I think Karen and Dmitry have created a loving and safe place for people to come and rid themselves of the rat race.

By Terry D on 28 Nov, 2023

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“This was one of the most LIFE CHANGING experiences ever. Dmitry is such an incredible knowledgable and humble teacher. He really embodies the practices and is able to tailor the approach to suit each unique persons needs.”

Anna L.

“Just wanted to say that my life has changed since I began working with you guys. Wanted to digest it all as I’m still welcoming a lot of new things in because of the practises.

Been really vibing high this last week and wanted to say your teachings are still helping me every day. Fortunate to have you as a teacher.”

Zoe K.

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I reached the point where too many life difficulties and challenges started piling up, there was too much stress and anxiety I couldn’t bear it any longer. A retreat can give you the time you really need to disconnect from everyday life and see everything from a different perspective. After the retreat positive events started to unfold in my life, everything started to “click” perfectly into place. I started regular mediation practice, my marriage got back on tracks, my family relationship and work improved. I can’t prise the retreat and organisers enough, attending the event was a life changing experience. Dmitri, Karen and a team are really passionate about what they do and you can feel their love every single day of a retreat and I am so grateful for meeting them all and attending retreat.

Dawid K

This was a lovely weekend in beautiful surroundings, bathed in a loving and caring atmosphere generated by the Karen and Dmitri and the other facilitators. It had a lasting impression on me because you don’t often come by such a high quality of authenticity. The sun shone, the river was sparkling, warm and refreshing to swim in; the evenings were filled with drumming, chanting, and community. I took away a number of things that the weekend inspired in me, small changes and new daily habits that I believe will be good for my wellbeing on all levels. It shows the impact that the weekend had because it is easy to be inspired in a setting away from home, another thing to actually ground and put into action the things learned or the changes made. But I’ve followed through on them all, so I guess it is accurate to say that the weekend was life-changing.

Lesley R

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About Sadhama

Sad // Dhama = True // Nature

Saddhamma, (Pali) sad (= sant) + dhamma. Saddharma (sanskrit): the true dharma or Nature, the “doctrine of the good”.

We have learned that the uniform application of yogic practices – standardised for the mass market – is not serving people.

Not everyone fits the mould. 

That’s why we have developed personalised programmes in yoga, nutrition, and Ayurveda – designed to fit your unique constitution, lifestyle, and needs. 

Sadhama is a husband and wife team who have been running wellbeing retreats and events for nearly fifteen years – and at Hardwick Estate for the past five years. 

Dmitry Glazkov

Dmitry is an experienced meditation, yoga, and pranayama teacher with over a decade of experience. His workshops offer a profound and transformative toolkit, blending ancient yogic practices with meditation and mindfulness principles. Dmitry’s journey includes intensive training in both Hatha and Kundalini yoga and certification as a Vedic Institute Ayurvedic Practitioner.

He specialises in Vipassana meditation, Yoga, Ayurveda and multidisciplinary breathwork, drawing on his Siberian roots to incorporate Slavic shamanism and Vedic well-being. His dedication to spiritual growth has been deepened through years of studying and practising Satipatthana Vipassana, the meditation technique taught by the Buddha.

A passionate scholar of original sacred texts, Dmitry is devoted to uncovering the purest sources of wisdom. His teaching approach highlights the unique qualities of each individual, offering bespoke practices that resonate with the inherent nature and wholeness of every student.

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Karen Buckland

Karen Buckland is a passionate plant-based chef with over fifteen years in the industry. She has led kitchens for some of the biggest names in vegan fine dining, product development and festival catering. Karen fell in love with the ayurvedic approach to culinary art after discovering the way it combined a deep understanding of flavour, the healing nature of ingredients and a developed sense of intuitive eating – resulting in the ultimate holistic wellbeing practice.

Dishes from Karen use chef-trained techniques and methodologies along with locally grown, seasonal ingredients to produce nourishing, plant-based food which hits all the bliss points. Nutritionally complete, flavoursome food which is light and energising for the body and gentle on the planet.