Yoga Retreat with Sandra Carson in Gredos Mountains, Spain.

Gredos, España

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SHAMA RETREATS
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Sep 1 - 8, 2019
Group size: 1 - 30
Yoga Retreat with Sandra Carson in Gredos Mountains, Spain.
Gredos, España

SHAMA RETREATS
  • Email address verified
94 reviews

Sep 1 - 8, 2019
Group size: 1 - 30

About this trip

Are you interested in your own growth and getting everything out of your life that you desire? Do you feel there is more to you but you just don’t know how to access that?

Are you tired of dramas playing out in your life and ready to take charge? Are you looking for ways to come into your power?

This retreat is for you if you are curious to see how to “live” philosophy and transform knowledge into embodied wisdom. If you want to experience how you can use different flavors of energy to nurture, support and strengthen your power. If you are ready to let go of the things that are holding you back from being yourself completely.

This week will give you the chance to step up for your true self, to take responsibility for your life, drop the stories that keep you trapped in limiting beliefs, to forgive, to speak your truth and to let go of the past.

Are you ready to come into your power and freedom? The freedom to completely be who you are, to love fully and to be present in all aspects of your life is in your own hands!

During this week everything is geared to support your journey; you will stay in a beautiful venue in natural surroundings.

You will be away from the business and enter into stillness, enjoy mountains , do treekings and having renewing baths in natural pools with fresh water from the mountains.

You will be served delicious vegetarian foods that are low in sugar and carbs so that you enjoy your natural energy, feel relaxed and increase your clarity.


THE TEACHER - SANDRA CARSON

Sandra Carson is a knowledgeable and insightful yoga teacher who has been teaching internationally for the last 18 years.
Her teaching style is rooted in alignment and the cultivation of body awareness through the sensory body. Sandra’s background is Vinyasa Flow, Anusara yoga, therapeutics and Tantra.

She became a Yoga Alliance certified teacher in the USA in 2001. She is also a Anusara® certified teacher and an Experienced Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance (E-RYT500). She teaches workshops and retreats in different countries, Yoga Teacher trainings and Advanced Yoga Teacher trainings.

Her unique yoga classes are a mix of flow and alignment and mostly dynamic and energizing in nature. They invite you to step up and curiously explore your abilities while respecting your boundary. Sandra encourages you to listen intimately and choose what serves you in every moment by offering modifications and variations throughout the practice.
Over the past years, Sandra has been specializing more in the pelvis and psoas.

Sandra teaches classes in Amsterdam and for online yoga studio EkhartYoga.com, with more than 800.000 students all over the world.
You can find her on LivingAlignmentYoga.com and EkhartYoga.com

WHERE

Located in the Tiétar valley, on the south-east side of the Gredos mountains,  we can fully immerse ourselves in nature .

We will stay in a large property with rural houses made of stone and wood, in harmony with the landscape, with double and single rooms, all with private bathrooms.

A place with dozens of unique corners, to listen to the water, the wind and observe the magic of the growth of life.

The classes are taught in a room of 140 m2 with wooden floor hidden in the forest and with views to the outside.

In September we can still enjoy the outstanding mountains views swimming pool, cleaned with sea salt instead of chlorine.

You can reach this magic place in just one an hour and a half from Madrid (transport from the airport included).

A unique space to practice, reflect, connect, feed consciously and rest.

THE PROGRAM

This retreat invites you to come into deep contact with yourself and help you to move and shift things in your life that are not serving you and move you towards more freedom and fullness in life.

Sandra’s yoga teaching is a real mix of movement (flow and intuitive or free movement) and alignment. Her alignment work is knowledge and sensory based. Sandra will offer techniques so you can find and feel the alignment that fits your body.

There will be daily yoga classes with Sandra, stress release practices and meditation.

You will also dive a bit deeper into philosophy and coaching exercises (written and sharing) and partner exercises. Part of the day will be in silence, giving you a chance to go deeper into yourself.

At the end of this week, you will have a good sense for what is right for you and where your energy flows and your body feels stable and free.

THE EXCURSIONS

We will have time to discover this pure part of Spain, a freshwater paradise during the late summer time.

We will explore the area and enjoy beautiful hikings, bathing in different secluded natural baths with water that comes down from the mountains and comtemplating a unique clear starry sky at night.

All excursions and transport during the trips are included.

What’s included

  • Accommodation
    Accommodation in double rooms, with ensuite bathroom (7 nights). Single room available with a 120 € suplement).
  • Healthy vegetarian food
    Using fresh and local ingredients prepared by an experienced chef (3 meals per day).
  • Coffee, teas and water
    Available all day long.
  • Swimming pool
    Use of the mountains view swimming-pool.
  • Yoga classes
    Yoga classes with Sandra Carson in a beautiful dome in the forest.
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    Tension release excercises.
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    Yoga philosophy discussions.
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    Conscious energy connections and coaching exercises.
  • Excursions
    Trips to some of the most pure, tranquil and beautiful natural places.
  • Transport
    On the excursions.
  • Airport transport
    Private transport from Madrid ‘s airport to the retreat center, round trip. (Please ask the timetable of the transport before purchasing your flight tickets)

What’s not included

  • Flights tickets
  • Massages
    Several types of massages and energy healing (on request at arrival)

Available Packages

Double shared room
€1,170
Deposit: €250
Single room
€1,290
Deposit: €250


Itinerary

Sample Daily Schedule
Sample Daily Schedule

7.30- yoga practice, meditation/breath work
9.15- breakfast
11.00- morning session or excursion
13.00- lunch
14.00- free time/ contemplation/assignments time
17.00- afternoon session or excursion
19.00- yoga nidra/restorative yoga
20.00- dinner

(*) The daily schedule can change depending on the weather conditions and the duration of the trips.

Check in: Sunday September 1, from 7.30 pm.

Check out: Sunday September 8, before 1 pm.

Your Organizer


SR
SHAMA RETREATS
94 reviews
Shama Retreats creates inspiring experiences to reconnect with inner calmness and to favor well-being through yoga and meditation retreats. After more than 15 years of taking part in and coordinating retreats, we are aware of the keys to providing unique getaways of health, nature and yoga that allow you to regenerate completely in a few days, improve your practice, and discover yourself and the world. Yoga opens a door to transformation.

Reviews

Un sueño hecho realidad. Un viaje maravilloso, una experiencia única y unos recuerdos para toda la vida. Gracias Paloma por estos 7 días en Marruecos, por tus clases, tus palabras y por aproximarme a un país mágico en todos los sentidos. Namaste.
By Nuria B for Viaje a Marruecos y Retiro de Yoga en el Desierto on Jan 11, 2024
Another wonderful retreat with Paloma. This is my fourth one. I love the real love Paloma do her retreats with, all the details, the places, and food, food is really nice. Thanks Paloma & Alicia for this experience. ❤️
By Esther M for Retiro de Yoga y Meditación en el Puente de Diciembre on Dec 19, 2023
Great experience. Fantastic food, acomodation and people.
By Maria José M for Retiro de Yoga y Meditación en el Puente de Diciembre on Dec 12, 2023
It was an unique experience. All that happened there was a gift for me. Sky's way of teaching is very special, simple, deep, and light. The venue is perfect for this purpose, spacious and very comfortable, with trees and sea views all around. The food was always healthy, fresh and varied. Thanks Paloma for making this happen! The organization was exceptional.
By Raquel G for Sama Yoga Autumn Retreat with Sky Akasha on Nov 06, 2023
Beautiful and very well taken care of!
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DC
I just returned from Tarifa, Spain! Everyday and for breakfast, lunch and dinner, we watched from across the shores, the different changing sceneries of the spectacular African Coast! The experience was just extraordinary -from the gorgeous venue, to the expansive surroundings to the incredible beautifully prepared gourmet vegetarian meals! We bathed in alot of wonderful yoga with our beloved teacher Jeanne Heileman, took in moonlight sightings, the Mediterranean Sea, fabulous massages, new lovely friiendships et al. It was so wonderful, healing and so deliciously romantic that I felt I married myself! 🥰 Definitely a must do for people needing self care and practicing self love. Thank you Paloma and SHAMA for such an amazing experience! This was so special. 🙏
By Dulce C on 24 Jun, 2023
I recently had the pleasure of attending Shama Retreats Yoga in Nature, and it was truly an exceptional experience. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere that set the tone for the entire retreat. One of the standout aspects of the retreat was the amazing teacher, Jeanne Heileman. Her deep wisdom and knowledge of yoga philosophy and anatomy were evident in every class. Jeanne has a unique ability to connect with her students on a profound level, guiding us through transformative yoga practices that went beyond the physical postures. Her teachings left a lasting impact on me, and I felt a deeper understanding of yoga and its principles. The retreat was beautifully organized, thanks to the incredible hostess, Paloma. Her attention to detail was exceptional, and she ensured that every aspect of the retreat was taken care of. Paloma's passion for creating a memorable experience was evident in the carefully planned excursions throughout Tarifa. Exploring the stunning surroundings, from the picturesque beaches to the charming town, added an extra layer of magic to the retreat. Now, let's talk about the food. The meals provided at Shama Retreats were unlike any other retreat I have experienced. Not only were they vegan, but they also incorporated Ayurvedic principles. The dishes were not just nourishing but presented with such artistic flair that each meal felt like a feast for the senses. The attention to detail in the flavors, textures, and overall presentation was simply outstanding. I left each meal feeling satisfied, nourished, and amazed by the culinary creations. Overall, my experience at Shama Retreats Yoga in Nature was nothing short of exceptional. The combination of Jeanne Heileman's insightful teachings, Paloma's impeccable hosting, and the incredible food made this retreat a truly transformative experience. I would highly recommend Shama Retreats to anyone looking to deepen their yoga practice, connect with nature, and indulge in a truly remarkable retreat experience. I know that this won’t be the last time I traveled with this group. Thank you lots - Nathalie
By Nathalie B on 18 Jun, 2023