Ashtanga Yoga retreat with philippa asher

October 05 - 12

 

A week-long Ashtanga yoga retreat with Philippa Asher (KPJAYI Certified) on the stunning island of Mallorca, just a short distance from some of the best beaches on the island. Set in a glorious antique finca with acres of landscaped gardens, the atmosphere is of exceptional beauty, space and seclusion.

Delicious vegan food, luxury accommodation, breathtaking views, nature, elegant yoga space, inviting swimming pool. Daily Ashtanga guided self-practice, afternoon workshops on asana technique, concepts of the practice, pranayama, meditation, philosophy and Counted Primary Series.

All levels of Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome, small group for optimum attention and guidance. www.ashtangaphilippa.com


SCHEDULE

09.00 Mysore practice
11.00 Brunch
Free time
17.00 Workshop
19.00 Dinner

Check in at 4pm
Check out at 9am

Location

Prices from €1,750

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ABOUT Philippa

Philippa Asher

From London, Philippa Asher is one of a few Ashtanga yoga practitioners in the world (and the only British woman), to be Certified by Sri K Pattabhi Jois, to teach the Ashtanga yoga method in his tradition.  She has learned the Primary, Intermediate, Advanced A and Advanced B Series directly from Pattabhi Jois and Sharath (at the Krishna Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute in Mysore, India) and shares the Ashtanga yoga system Internationally (in studios and on retreats) and also Online (Sanskrit Counted Led classes and One-to-Ones).  

After a vocational ballet school training from age twelve and twenty five years of studying and teaching dance at universities and ballet companies all over the UK, Philippa randomly walked into an Ashtanga yoga class in London. It was a life-changing incident, that made complete sense.

From the late 1990s, she began learning/practising the Ashtanga yoga system, daily before work (in the media, film and music industries). For twenty years she has studied for several months each year at KPJAYI in Mysore (and on tour), practising under the guidance of guru Pattabhi Jois and his grandson Sharath Jois.

In 2006, Philippa established and ran Triyoga Soho’s Ashtanga self-practice programme in London. She taught there for five years before relocating to South India, to build her own shala (on a coffee estate in the Western Ghats). ASHTANGA NIRVRTA is a stunning homestay yoga retreat, which aims to bring Ashtanga yoga to all levels of practitioners, in nature, without distraction.

As well as teaching Mysore-style Ashtanga guided self-practice, led classes and workshops at ASHTANGA NIRVRTA, Philippa also leads workshops and self-practice residencies at studios in London, Europe and on retreats worldwide. When not in the studio, she teaches Online One-to-Ones and Sanskrit Counted Primary, Intermediate and Advanced A Series classes and pranayama.

Her approach to sharing yoga asana (from beginners to more seasoned practitioners) is serious, yet light-hearted and joyful.  Her emphasis is on good technique, safe alignment, the synchronisation of vinyasa (Sanskrit-counted, coordinated moving/breathing sequences) with tristhana (alignment of breath, gaze points and movement), passing on the exact method as taught by Pattabhi Jois from the late 1990s and embracing the essence of Patanjali’s sutras on yoga and asana.

Philippa’s dedicated passion for Ashtanga yoga, background as a trained dancer and experience as a qualified teacher (Post Graduate Certificate in the Education of Adults), gives her an intuitive and  sound understanding of bodies, yoga asanas, people and how they learn.

 
“Great week, incredible food and instructor! I would highly recommend to this to yoga practitioners of all levels!”
— Mark O.
 

ACCOMMODATION

Situated in the south of Mallorca, is an authentic Mediterranean style retreat finca set in luscious gardens which naturally create their own private spaces and corners ideal for resting, meditating or reading… to the sound of running water from the fountains or the singing of the birds at sun set.

The finca offers a generous space with diverse terraces, swimming pool, barbeque area and chillout with sunbeds and hammocks under the trees in the fresh breeze and shade. A palm tree courtyard connects the main house to the terraces and the yoga shala which is fully equipped with yoga materials such as yoga mats, blankets, blocks, bolsters, belts and chairs for 25 people. 

 

the island of mallorca

Mallorca, the biggest of the Balearic Islands, is known for its beautiful beaches, dramatic landscapes, picturesque mountains and charming little towns. It´s always been an inspiration to international artist that made the island their home. It has the rare combination of being a very cosmopolitan island, with residents from all around the world, while maintaining its roots and traditions, and its now famous peculiarity of “slow living lifestyle”.

Mallorca has 300 days of sun per year and offers activities and diversity all year round making it ideal to live in.

Let us show you our island!

 

YOGA RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS

 
“Had the best time. The location, the food, the practice.. all were above and beyond.”
— Aviv S.
 

food

During our retreats we serve delicious and fresh meals prepared with love by our talented team of chefs, who go around the island to find the best, organic and locally grown ingredients.

We prepare a balance menu to support your practice and nourish your body, adapting it to personal needs and dietary requirements.

 

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US

 

    • Morning yoga classes and afternoon workshops

    • 7 night accommodation in a stunning location

    • All meals prepared with love by our talented chefs

    • Coffee/tea, snacks and fruits throughout the day

    • Yoga equipment, we have Manduka Pro mats available for you so you can travel light

    • Welcome presents

    • Aeroplane tickets

    • Pick up from the airport

    • Transport during the week. We highly recommend you rent a car to have freedom in your spare time and discover the island’s most beautiful beaches and small towns. We will put you in touch with other guests willing to share the cost of a car

    • Alcoholic beverages

    • Your best energy

    • Water bottle to avoid using plastic

    • A notebook and a pen. You may feel inspired to journal during the retreat

    • Yoga clothes and a yoga towel

    • Comfortable shoes to walk in nature

    • Beach clothes and something warm for the cool nights

    • Mosquito repellent

    • Travel insurance