Sri Lanka Yoga Retreat:
Your questions answered...
What is a yoga retreat?
It's a chance to take a break and step away from the usual pattern of daily life. It's an opportunity to relax and unwind in beautiful and peaceful surroundings with like-minded people. You can use your retreat as an opportunity to focus on you and regain your internal peace.
What can I expect on my yoga retreat?
The opportunity to take part in two yoga classes or workshops every day. A free boat ride on Koggala Lake. You will get free use of all the facilities at the private villa (listed below) and three nutritious meals daily prepared by the chef. The opportunity to explore the local area and spend time at the beach. There are also additional treatments and excursions you can choose to take part in if you wish.
What yoga styles are taught on the retreat?
We will explore a range of yoga styles including vinyasa flowing classes during the morning which will be an uplifting and invigorating form of yoga. In the evening classes we will explore restorative yoga and yin yoga and yoga nidra which will focus on longer relaxation. For two evening sessions we will explore a workshop which include chakra balancing and meditation and intention setting.
All yoga classes are suitable for all abilities. Adjustments will be given to anyone working with an injury and any conditions which limit mobility. Complete beginners and seasoned practitioners are all welcome.
What facilities are there?
An infinity pool with views of Koggala Lake. Enjoy open living areas designed for relaxation and cozy hideaways perfect for unwinding. A spacious yoga shala is nestled among the trees. Lush gardens to wander through and relax in. Take a stroll along the jetty that extends onto the lake, where peace and beauty await you.
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Who else will be using the facilities?
This is a private yoga retreat, so we have exclusive use of the whole villa. There will be a maximum of 23 people coming on this retreat.
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What are the rooms like?
You can choose between four-bed, three-bed, twin or solo bedrooms.
four-bed room - these spacious rooms are equipped with twin beds and two upper beds integrated as a mezzanine. They have a huge bathroom, which has a separate toilet, two showers, and two sinks. Additionally, these rooms have a massive balcony that overlooks the lake. (beds can be booked individually or as a group)
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three-bed room - this room is located downstairs, next to the pool, and features a double bed and single bunk beds. It features an indoor/outdoor bathroom so you can shower under the stars and has a private garden area that you can access straight from your room. (beds can be booked individually or as a group)
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twin room - these spacious rooms feature twin beds with large bathrooms. An expansive balcony or garden with lake views. (beds booked as a pair)
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solo occupancy - these rooms have king size beds with private bathrooms and a garden in front with lake views
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What food and drink is available?
The retreat's catering team will prepare healthy, organic and fresh vegan food. A lot of the food is grown within the gardens at Lanka Yoga. You will receive breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, plus complimentary fruit, water, garden blend tea, and assorted tea bags.. If you have any food intolerances just let me know and the Lanka team can accommodate these when preparing your meals.
Additionally, there is a small cafe and shop for snacks.
What else is available on the yoga retreat?
You can opt to choose from a variety of additional extras whilst on your retreat. These include onsite Ayurvedic and specialised massages and cookery classes. Plus a range of excursions including surfing, whale watching and exploring the national park. All extras will incur an additional cost, a full range of services and prices will be sent to you prior to your retreat.
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What is the schedule for a typical day?
Timings may differ slightly day to day depending on what is planned but one example of a day is set out below...
8am - flowing yoga
9.30am - breakfast
1pm - lunch
5.30pm yin yoga and yoga nidra
7.30pm - dinner
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Do I have to participate in everything offered?
No, this retreat is for you and therefore you can choose to be involved in the number of yoga classes, meals and activities that suit you and do as much as or as little as you wish to do.
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Who can join the yoga retreat?
Love the Journey Yoga welcomes people from all over the world looking for a relaxing yoga retreat. Many people travel alone and some people book in pairs or small groups. Love the Journey Yoga believes in equality and welcomes everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, economic status and other diverse backgrounds.
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I'm worried about getting there / travelling alone...
I can provide you with suggested flights times and organise group transfers from the airport which can be shared with other people attending the retreat. There will be a group WhatsApp set up two weeks before the retreat and closed within a few weeks of returning from the retreat to allow you to connect with other people going on the retreat, this is completely optional and there is no pressure to join the group if you would prefer not to. Also, feel free to join in any yoga classes in the run up to the retreat so that you can get to know Lucy and some of the other people attending. Finally feel free to give Lucy a call or a message any time with any questions you have on 07881 781354.
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What if my retreat gets cancelled?
Full refunds will be given for any monies received at the time of cancellation. If a retreat is cancelled we will endeavour to re-book the retreat at a later date, however if the new date is unsuitable you will be given a full refund.
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