Welcome to our unique Yoga retreat in Mauritius, a haven of peace where the soul and body find their balance.
In the heart of lush and preserved landscapes, this immersive experience invites you to reconnect with yourself and the essence of nature.
In addition to daily Yoga sessions, you will have the opportunity to visit an exceptional place,
the Vortex, a site known for its powerful energies.
This energy vortex, located in a breathtaking natural setting, will offer each participant a profound encounter with serenity and inner well-being.
Throughout this retreat, we offer you a true escape, away from the daily hustle and bustle,
to recharge and rediscover inner peace. Surrounded by nature, nourished by well-being practices,
and guided by experts, this stay is much more than just a getaway: it’s an invitation to personal transformation
in an environment where each moment brings you closer to your true essence.
The practice of Yoga during your stay
Our different yoga practices
Yoga Yin
Yin yoga is a style of yoga focused on holding poses for extended periods, typically between 3 to 5 minutes,
in order to promote deep relaxation, stretching of connective tissues, and joints.
Unlike dynamic yoga styles, such as Vinyasa, which primarily engage the muscles, Yin yoga focuses
more on the deeper areas of the body, including ligaments, tendons, and fascia.
The poses are often practiced on the floor and are performed with a passive attitude, meaning
the practitioner seeks to completely relax the muscles to allow deeper tissues to stretch.
This helps release accumulated tension, stimulates the flow of energy (or "prana"), and promotes mental relaxation.
Yin yoga is also an excellent way to work on patience, presence, and meditation, as it requires great
concentration and allows for a state of deep calm.
Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidra, often referred to as "yogic sleep," is a guided meditation practice
that allows for deep relaxation while remaining conscious. The goal is to reach
a state between wakefulness and sleep, where the body is completely relaxed, but
the mind remains alert. This technique is often used to reduce stress, improve
sleep quality, and promote mental and physical healing.
During a Yoga Nidra session, the practitioner is typically lying on their back in a comfortable position,
and guided by an instructor through various stages: progressive relaxation, body awareness,
visualizations, and sometimes positive affirmations or personal intentions (called *sankalpa*).
The aim is to release all physical and mental tension in order to enter a state of deep relaxation,
which can have effects similar to those of REM sleep (the stage of sleep where dreams occur).
It is a very accessible practice, even for beginners, as it requires no flexibility or
specific physical ability. It is therefore particularly valued for its simplicity and profound benefits
on overall well-being.
Yoga Vinyasa
Vinyasa is a style of yoga characterized by a fluid sequence of postures (asanas),
linked together by the breath. The word "Vinyasa" can be broken down into "vi" (which means "in a specific manner")
and "nyasa" (which means "to place" or "to put"), implying a practice where movements are synchronized with the
breath to create a harmonious sequence.
In Vinyasa yoga, each movement is generally coordinated with an inhalation or exhalation,
giving the practice a dynamic and fluid quality.
This approach is often compared to a dance, as the body moves in harmony with the breath, creating a continuous flow
and a sense of fluidity. Vinyasa can include varied sequences, and each teacher can adjust the flow based on the
intention of the class or the level of the practitioners.
It is an accessible practice, but it can also be very intense, depending on the intensity of the movements and the pace chosen.
Hatha Yoga
Hatha yoga is a traditional form of yoga that emphasizes body alignment and focus on the breath.
The word "Hatha" comes from the Sanskrit roots "ha" (meaning "sun") and "tha" (meaning "moon"),
symbolizing the balance between the opposing energies of the body and mind.
This practice aims to harmonize the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of the practitioner by cultivating
stability and inner clarity.
In Hatha yoga, the postures (asanas) are typically held longer than in other styles of yoga,
allowing for a deeper exploration of body alignments and a greater awareness of physical sensations. The breath
is integrated with each movement, but the pace remains slower and more controlled,
promoting relaxation and introspection.
This style is perfect for beginners, as it provides a solid foundation for developing strength, flexibility, and
balance while deepening the mind-body connection. Hatha yoga is also an excellent way to reduce
stress and calm the mind, all while staying grounded in the present moment.
Tibetan bowl ceremony
Tibetan bowl ceremonies are spiritual and healing practices that use Tibetan singing bowls.
These bowls are typically made from a metal alloy and emit a unique sound when struck or
rubbed with a stick. The sound and vibrations are believed to have beneficial effects on
the body and mind, promoting relaxation,
meditation, and sometimes even energy healing.
In a Tibetan bowl ceremony, the practitioner uses several singing bowls. Participants are
positioned in a semi-circle, with their heads oriented towards the bowls,
in order to fully benefit from the sound field that affects both the body and mind. The
vibrations of the bowls can help rebalance the chakras, release energy blockages, and
promote deep relaxation.
These ceremonies are often incorporated into Buddhist or spiritual practices, but they
can also be used in a more secular context to promote general well-being.
The sounds produced by the Tibetan bowls are sometimes accompanied by mantras or prayers,
and the ceremonies may also include chanting or meditation to enhance the spiritual or therapeutic experience.