What’s included:

• Sweat Lodge Ceremony – A profoundly transformative process of cleansing led by experienced ceremonial practitioners.
• Morning Yoga – to help us connect to our natural state of body/mind – relaxed awareness, presence, peace. Exploring mindful embodiment through the depth of asanas, breathwork and cleansing practices.
• Pranayama – A combination of morning pranayama and activating up regulating breathing practices combines with cooling & calming breathwork techniques to awaken the nervous & breathing system.
• Tree Meditation – This is a great opportunity to learn effective methods of meditation with the help of the the embodied stillness and living wisdom of the trees which are our traditional and powerful supporters.
• Yoga Ayurveda Workshops – Transformational workshops in the stunning location with experienced teachers will allow to breath new life into our essence of being and create a lasting connection to a sense of inner contentment.
• Mantra Meditation – Learn the power of sound to revitalise your inner spirit and find your true voice through chanting sacred mantra.
• Personal Ayurvedic Assessment – Understanding of your own nature provides enhanced tool set for self healing and wellbeing.
• Singing – Proven to boost our sense of wellbeing, singing allows for a deep connection to the self and those we sing with. Enjoy nature inspired, elemental songs around the campfire that’ll soothe your soul.
• Live Music – Sacred sound round the campfire will be heart-warming songs about nature, green futures and what it is to be human, lead by specially invited renowned musicians.
• Meals and Ayurvedic Teas – All our food is organic and locally sourced and lovingly prepared with your health and satisfaction in mind. We are so lucky to be surrounded by passionate and ethical growers!
• Nature Connection – Connect to the sacred land around you through immersion into the generous wild at Hardwick Estate.
• Wild Swimming – We are blessed to have a clean and pure section of the Thames on our doorstep. Listed as one of the best wild swimming spots in UK.

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Sweat Lodge Ceremony

The lodge during the retreat will be hosted by Buzzard Medicine.

It is an honour to be able to share this sacred ceremony with you in such beautiful organic surroundings. The lodge calls you to gather in circle to honour our ancestors, our grandmother the earth, the sacred fire, grandfather rocks, water and air – bringing them together to create a powerful cleansing medicine. 

This traditional lodge is made from bent hazel poles, smudged and blessed and covered with blankets and insulated to make a dome. Special stones that have been heated in a wood fire are brought inside and herbs and water are applied to release an aromatic cleansing vapour. Participants engage in several cycles of sweating and chanting with the opportunity to rest and cool down in between each cycle.

The lodge has a strong purification and transformative power for many people; so do give yourself time after the lodge to integrate. The lodge is a powerful place for prayers and healing. 

Testimonials

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This was my fourth visit to Sadhama and hopefully it won’t be my last. For anyone out there who may feel a little anxious about joining in a retreat, I would say’ go for it’. Karen and Dimitri have created a safe haven where no judgements are cast, where kindness and acceptance are the only directives. Join in as little or as much as you want. As a 53 year old woman I am never happier than arriving at this beautiful site.

By Emma B

I never knew how much I needed this until I went. What a beautiful, accepting and safe space Dimitry and Karen have created. I don’t think I have the words to fully convey my experience and my appreciation. But what I can say is thank you! I definitely intend to return in the future, and have already been sharing the word. Amazing location, amazing people, and amazing experience x

By Sarah C.

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