WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
WORKSHOPS & events TO ENCOURAGE SLOWING DOWN, LISTENING IN AND LETTING GO …
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FULL DAY YOGA & QIGONG RETREAT
SATURDAY 05 APRIL 2025, 9.30AM TO 4.30PM
THE DEER PARK, HOAR CROSS
*** just one space remaining! ***
In these uncertain and challenging times it’s more important than ever to ensure that we take time to rest and replenish.
Treat yourself and join me for a wonderful day of yoga, qigong and great company at the gorgeous venue of the Deer Park (https://www.deerpark.farm), located in the National Forest at Hoar Cross, near Abbots Bromley.
This Spring day retreat begins with a welcome drink and an optional light snack before we settle in for a mindful yoga practice, designed to encourage us to slow down and take time to nourish and nurture ourselves.
After a mid-morning break (with snacks and drinks available), you’ll enjoy a qigong practice exploring how we might draw strength and inspiration from and harmonise with the natural world around us as we move through the Spring months (if you’d like to learn more about qigong, have a look at the qigong page on the website: https://www.mariasyoga.co.uk/qigong)
You’ll then be treated to a nutritious, seasonal lunch, which will be served in the Deer Park’s fabulous on-site cafe.
After lunch, we’ll pull on our walking shoes or wellies and head out together for a walk through the woodland and beautiful countryside surrounding the Deer Park estate, which has fantastic views over the Staffordshire hills.
And to round off this special day, Jen (from Serenity Sound & Soul with Jen) will create a blissful Sound Bath for us. All you need to do by this point in the day is lie down, snuggle up under a blanket or two and allow Jen to take you on an immersive sound experience designed to create a deep sense of peace and wellbeing.
Places are limited and booking is essential.
Cost: £95 (includes all hot drinks and snacks and lunch in the cafe). Payment by instalments is available on request.
To reserve your spot, please click on the ‘Book Now’ button at the bottom of the page to email me for booking details. Before booking, please ensure that you read the cancellation policy below.
You will need to bring with you a yoga mat, a blanket or two (or sleeping bag) for the Sound Bath and perhaps a pillow for your head.
Please Note: This event is only open to those aged 18 or over. The Sound Bath is NOT suitable for those in the first trimester of pregnancy; those with sound induced epilepsy or anyone who wears a pacemaker or other electronic fitted device.
Disclaimer: Sound therapy is a natural method of energy balancing for the purpose of stress reduction and relaxation. It is not meant as a substitute for medical or psychological diagnosis and/or treatment.
Cancellation Policy for Day Retreats
I appreciate that plans can sometimes go awry and that circumstances may arise which mean you need to cancel your booking. I will do my best to fill your place and fully refund you if you need to cancel. If I am able to fill your space (or you are able to fill your place yourself), you will receive a full refund. However, in the event that you cancel AND your place cannot be filled, the following cancellation fees will apply:
i) if you cancel 14 days or less before the day retreat, you will be charged 100% of the total day retreat price and there will be no refund;
ii) if you cancel 15-30 days before the day retreat, you will receive a refund of 50% of the total day retreat price;
iii) by booking and paying the deposit for your day retreat, you are agreeing to this policy.
If, for any reason, I am forced to cancel the day retreat, you will have the option of receiving a full refund or transferring your booking to another day retreat or day event (where available).
YOGA AND QIGONG WOODLAND WORKSHOP
AT
BUZZARDS VALLEY VINEYARD, NEAR TAMWORTH
SUNDAY 25 MAY 2025, 10AM TO 12 NOON
*** Booking now open ***
Immerse yourself in nature this Spring and join me for a 2 hour yoga and qigong workshop in our own private outdoor retreat area nestled within 60 acres of woodland and lakes at Buzzards Valley Vineyard, Drayton Bassett, near Tamworth.
We’ll begin the day with a meditation practice designed to cultivate a deeper sense of awareness of and appreciation for the natural world around us. We’ll then enjoy a playful qigong practice encouraging us to remember that we are part of the natural world and not something separate from it before we move into a mindful yoga practice aimed at helping us to cultivate a greater sense of harmony in body, mind and spirit. (If you’d like to learn more about qigong, take a look at the qigong page on this website: https://www.mariasyoga.co.uk/qigong)
Afterwards there will be time for a chat over a hot drink and snack. You’re also free to stay on after the workshop and explore the lovely nature trail, including several fishing lakes; have a bite of lunch at the bistro; or taste some wine and stock up on goodies at the on-site artisan shop.
All you need to bring with you is a yoga mat.
COST: £25
Places are limited and advance booking is essential. Click on the ‘book now’ button at the foot of this page to reserve your spot. Please ensure you read the cancellation policy before booking.
Please note, this event is only open to those 18 or over. The event is suitable for complete beginners as well as those who have practised yoga and/or qigong for many years.
Cancellation Policy: If you cancel before Friday 16 May 2025, I will be happy to refund your payment in full or transfer it to another workshop or event if available. If you cancel after Friday 16 May, then unless your place can be filled by someone else, your payment will not be refunded.
YIN YOGA & SOUND BATH
AT
THE HUB AT ST MARY’S, LICHFIELD
MONDAY 23 JUNE 2025
***booking opens in april***
Join Maria and Jen at the stunning venue of the Hub at St Mary’s, Lichfield, for an evening of Yin yoga followed by a blissful Sound Bath.
We’ll begin with an hour’s restful Yin practice aimed at calming both body and mind. Our Yin session will be focused on the element of Fire (which is associated in Five Element Theory with the season of Summer and the organs and meridians of the Heart, Small Intestine, Triple Heater and Heart Protector), during a mindful practice in which the invitation will be to consider how we might support our Heart by cultivating greater tranquility and calm.
You’ll then be invited to snuggle up under a blanket or two while Jen takes you on an immersive sound experience designed to create a deep sense of peace and wellbeing.
cost: £20
Places are limited and advance booking is essential. Once booking opens, click on the ‘book now’ button at the foot of this page to reserve your spot. Please ensure you read the disclaimer and cancellation policy before booking.
You will need to bring with you a yoga mat, a couple of warm blankets (or sleeping bag) for the Sound Bath and, if you have them, a couple of yoga bricks.
Please note, this event is only open to those 18 or over. It is not suitable for those with sound induced epilepsy; those in the first trimester of pregnancy; or anyone who wears a pacemaker or other electronic fitted device.
Disclaimer: Sound therapy is a natural method of energy balance for the purpose of stress reduction and relaxation. It is not meant as a substitute for medical or psychological diagnosis and/or treatment.
Cancellation Policy: If you cancel before 5pm on Friday 20 June 2025, we will be happy to refund your payment in full or transfer it to another of our Yin & Sound Bath events. If you cancel after 5pm on Friday 20 June 2025, then unless your place can be filled by someone else, your payment will not be refunded.
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