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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Yoga and Meditation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Summer Solstice Retreat\n  \n19th - 22nd June 2025  Clare Island\, Co. Mayo Ireland\n \nJoin us for this special yoga and meditation retreat at the Summer Solstice\nExploring embodied energy: how energy manifests in our own bodies as well as how we are affected by that which surrounds us\, culminating in a solstice bonfire (that we all help to make) on top of Macalla!\n\n\n\n\n\nThe longest day of the year provides a unique opportunity to explore how embodied energy manifests\, transforms and alchemizes within our bodies and minds through yoga\, breathwork\, meditation and chakra practices\, connecting us directly to the natural world. \nThe word ‘solstice’ literally means ‘sun standing still’. For three days\, at the highest point (Summer solstice) and the lowest point (Winter solstice) the sun appears to stand still in the sky. How interesting amidst the immense power of the sun that there is momentary stillness\, a pause\, allowing us to collect ourselves for the transformational shift back towards darkness as the sun's power declines. We'll be exploring that stillness within postures\, the breath\, meditation as well as the energy of movement\, through the power of sun salutations and other dynamic practices as we engage with the natural rhythm of midsummer. \n\n\n\n\n\nOUR TIME TOGETHER\n\nOur exploration of embodied energy will involve both traditional teaching methods alongside innovative and interactive approaches\, creating a supportive environment in which students can explore their practice including in-depth chakra work. Practice sessions will combine yoga\, meditation\, interactive exercises and in-depth chakra work. There will be opportunities for feedback and group dialogue throughout the retreat\, providing an important pathway to connection and deeper learning.  \nThere will also be practice sessions outdoors - taking full advantage of the island's wild and elemental nature (we'll remind you to bring appropriate clothing - just in case!)  \nPlease note that this course involves periods of shared silence. To truly gain the benefits of being on retreat\, we encourage students to turn off phones and any other electronic devices while you are here on the farm. \nTEACHERS \nCiara Cullen and Stefanie Schaad\nI am delighted to be joined in the teaching of this retreat by Stefanie Schaad from Zurich\, a yoga teacher and energy medicine facillitator\, as well as a dear friend and former student.  \nShe will be offering one-to-one energy medicine treatments involving deep relaxation during the retreat for an additional cost. \n\nPRICE \nIn line with our three tier pricing policy: \n\nStandard cost of this retreat is €620\, please pay this price if you can\nSupported rate is €520 for those who can't afford the full fee\nSupporter rate of €720 is available for those who would like to support our work and encourage us to continue offering a supported rate on our courses.\n\nA 50% deposit\, payable online by Paypal or by bank transfer\, is required at the time of booking. \nWHAT’S INCLUDED\nThese prices include: \n\nThree nights in shared accommodation. Single rooms are available on a limited\, first come - first served basis and the extra charge is €120.\nAll meals (delicious organic vegetarian food\, all vegetables grown on our farm)\n5 yoga and 2 meditation sessions plus practice in nature equivalent to more than 14 hours of tuition\n\nACCOMMODATION\nPrice is based on shared accommodation. Single rooms available on a limited\, first come first serve basis at an additional cost of €100.  Click here to view our Accommodation Page \nSCHEDULE\n19th June5.30 pm Leave Roonagh pier with ferry for Clare Islandaround 6.00 pm Arrive at the centre\, settle in to accommodation7.00 pm Dinner followed by introductions and outline of the retreat9.00 pm Evening meditation \n20th - 21st 8.00 am Morning session11.00 am Brunch then free time for hill walking\, reading\, relaxing4.30 pm Afternoon session7.00 pm Dinner8.30 pm Sitting meditation \n22nd June8.00 am Morning meditation11.00 am Brunch12.40 pm Depart centre for 1.00pm ferry back to Roonagh Pier \nDISCOUNTS & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE\nIf you think that attending one of our retreats would be of great benefit to you\, no matter what your particular financial situation may be\,  we are very happy to explore various options for discounted prices. Please contact us! \n  \nFully Booked - contact us to be put on waiting list\nBack to the Sati yoga retreat page
URL:https://macallafarm.ie/course/summer-solstice-yoga-and-meditation-retreat/
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