The first retreat, scheduled for April 12th, 13th, and 14th, will focus on the sense of smell, in relation to the first chakra, Muladhara, also known as the root chakra. Smell is the oldest sense we have; it is closely linked to memories and ancient conditioning that often influence our behavior unconsciously. The root chakra, Muladhara, governs the earth element within our being, establishing a strong connection with our inner self. This chakra radiates positivity and joy in our lives and addresses our primary needs for survival, stability, and support, serving as the foundation for our existence. A balanced Muladhara can provide emotional strength in the face of fear and anxiety, making us feel grounded and secure. The color associated with the first chakra is red, while its Bija Mantra is OM LAM.
The Sankalpa, the intention of the retreat, is linked to the sense of smell, connected to the first chakra where we find grounding, security, habits, and the associated emotion is acceptance. We are connected to our planet through the first chakra, where we reconnect with the Earth beneath us.
Morning Practice: Kundalini Yoga and Meditation
Kundalini Yoga combines form, breath, movement, meditation, and relaxation. It is the art of sequence, rhythm, and sound, known as the Yoga of awareness.
Evening Practice: SAH Method™
The SAH Method™ is an innovative practice that allows releasing emotional baggage, processing traumas, and building resilience through a combination of ecstatic dance, breathwork, vocal release, and dynamic meditation.
Sound Healing, one of the oldest forms of therapy known to humanity, assists in healing by producing powerful vibrations that influence and transform our bodies as vibrational beings. Alchemy Crystal Bowls create pure tones that can restore and retune the subtle energy field of our body and brainwaves. Benefits include stress and anxiety relief, cellular regeneration, emotional and energetic cleansing, reconnection to purpose, recovery from illness and trauma, peaceful transitions through life challenges, increased vitality, creativity, and motivation, promotion of detoxification, and enhanced immunity.
The retreat will open with a sharing circle, a sacred space, followed by a "Yang to Yin" practice aimed at grounding, rooting energy, balancing Muladhara, and embodying the Sankalpa, making it intimate and personal. On Sunday, there will be an energizing Vinyasa practice where we move to the rhythm of our breath, "we root so we can rise." The retreat will conclude with a closing circle ceremony.
Chef Matteo Febbraio's culinary proposal will be 100% plant-based, using organic and seasonal ingredients to offer the best possible taste experience.
