Return to the Heart
Following the joy of my first Cornish retreat iast September, I invite you to gather for Return to the heart - a 4 day yoga and shamanism retreat for women, to celebrate the Autumn Equinox.
Let’s embrace the opportunity to gather together again after such a long spell of limited contact and join me on the stunning Tresilian Estate in North Cornwall for 4 blissful days of dynamic and restorative yoga, shamanic rituals & a closing fire ceremony. This extra long weekend invites us to deepen our connection to ourselves, each other, our beloved Mother Earth and the divine energy that holds us all. Our wonderful chef & house host Jonny will be cooking up healthy treats from the garden and delicious food to nourish our senses and our soul.
The Venue
Set in 22 acres of stunning gardens, Tresillian Estate is an 8 bedroom Georgian Manor house and 6 bedroom barn located near some of North Cornwall’s best beaches. The venue can accommodate 30 people but in order to give everyone their own space there will be a cap of 16 guests on the retreat. Most of the rooms will be allocated as single occupancy with 2 ensuite twins and 2 family rooms suitable for friends who are coming together. The houses and studio are all stunning and spacious allowing everyone plenty of expand , breathe and spread their wings.
The Land and local area
Located near Newquay and some of the most beautiful beaches in the country, the estate is situated in 22 acres of stunning grounds housing a lake, tennis courts and a Victorian walled garden growing fruit and vegetables for the house. Watergate bay and the beautiful beaches of Crantock and Watergate bay are all only 6 miles away with temperatures, all perfect for a cleansing dip in the sea.
Yoga
Tracey is an intuitive, warm and supportive teacher who thrives on helping people realise their potential on and off the mat. Morning sessions will be dynamic and nourishing with strong alignment principles, focusing on building core strength from deep within. Classes can be challenging but are always held with love and humour.
The afternoon sessions are more therapeutic and restorative in nature (supported by gorgeous Shanti Sundays props) and incorporate hands on healing (if welcomed) scent and sound.
Shamanism
Tracey practices shamanism and incorporates these teachings throughout the weekend with beautiful rituals for ourselves and the Earth and a celebratory closing fire ceremony. Fire ceremonies are powerful healing rituals celebrated in Indigenous cultures across the world. Using sticks (one for letting go and one for calling in), we will release all that no longer serves us to the fire before calling in what we want to manifest for this next cycle of life, for ourselves and the world.
The Autumn Equinox
The Autumn Equinox or Mabon as it is known in Celtic traditions, is when we celebrate the equilibrium of day and night, the balance of masculine and feminine energies within and without. The theme around of the Autumn Equinox is one of gratitude and sharing as we offer thanks to the Earth ,and the life forces that sustain us and celebrate the second harvest of the year. We also begin reflecting on how hopes and intentions set at the start of the year have manifested and get clear on what we need to shed or complete before planting seeds of intention for the following Spring. It’s a beautiful time of year to gather and feast on the fruits of harvest and share songs and stories around the fire.
Sample Schedule
Friday - arrive after 3 pm
Settle in
5.30pm Practice - Flow & Restore
7.00pm Dinner
Saturday & Sunday
8.30 Light breakfast
10.00 Morning Yoga & meditation
12.30pm Lunch
Free time to relax and explore the beautiful coastline
4.30pm: Evening practice (Restorative yoga 7 meditation supported by Shanti Sundays bolsters)
6.30pm: Dinner
Sunday after dinner: Fire Ceremony
Monday
8.00am Yoga
9.30am Breakfast
Free day - You are welcome to stay this night and spend the day relaxing in the grounds or exploring the local area or with the option to join us for a simple dinner in the evening.
Getting there
Tresillian House is 15 minutes by car from Newquay Airport, 20 minutes from St Austell Railway and 25 minutes from Bodmin Parkway stations.
Tresillian is 270 miles from London by road travelling on motorways and dual carriageways all the way except the last three miles. Take the M4 to Bristol, then M5 South to Exeter and A30 towards Bodmin. Turn off the A30 at Summercourt and take A3058 north for 3 miles following signs for Newquay and Dairyland. The entrance to Tresillian is 200 yards after Dairyland on the left.
Cost (per person)
Twin room (en suite) £550 (based on 2 friends sharing)
Single occupancy - luxury (ensuite) £695
Price includes:
4 nights accommodation
6 yoga sessions & rituals
1 fire ceremony
All food, (excluding Monday lunch & dinner), teas, coffee, some snacks
Not included: Travel & Transfers to the venue, Insurance
£200 deposit to secure your place with the balance payable 6 weeks before the start date
To book or for further information contact: Tracey at tracey@shantisundays.com
T & Cs - CANCELLATION POLICY
As we are living in uncertain times, should we experience another nationwide lockdown, the retreat will be rescheduled to a later date or payments will be refunded. However if you have booked a place and your circumstances change, whether due to Covid or otherwise the following conditions apply:
60 days or more prior to the retreat date: Your payments will be refunded, less £200 which is your non-refundable deposit.
• 59-30 days prior to the retreat date: payments are not refundable, but are transferable (less a £200 holding deposit) to a future retreat.
• 29 days or less prior to the retreat date: payments are not refundable but if the retreat is full and we do find someone to take your place we will transfer you to another retreat (minus a £200 non refundable deposit).
Please email tracey@shantisundays.com with any further questions or to book.