Activities & Workshops
Enhance your holiday by taking part in a creative / healing / spiritual activity or workshop. Experience something new, unexpected , something you never knew you wanted to do :
- Meditate on the Universe
- Release the artist in yourself
- Let everything go with a massage
- Practice yoga in the meadow as the sun goes down
- Meet the beat of your soul through African drumming
The possibilities are endless. You can choose from our growing list of practioners below, unless stated otherwise, the minimum group size to book a practitioner is 3 people :
Kundalini Yoga Retreat
The Art and Lifestyle of
Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan
3-Days-Retreat: Thu 9th - Sun 12th Sept 2010
with Sat Siri Singh & Shakta Kaur
When Yogi Bhajan came to the West, he proclaimed a very simple but daring statement: ”It is your birthright to be happy, healthy and holy.“ He pointed out that we are all holy by nature, most of us are also quite healthy, but the real problem is to be happy.
True happiness never comes from achievements of doing or having, but from a state of being in our true nature. To live happily and fulfilled, we need to learn to drop our past, bless our future, live in awareness and grow beyond any limits. An everyday experience of our divinity gives us the strength and devotion to master all challenges with grace, purpose and victory.
Kundalini Yoga & Meditation connects you very efficiently with your divine nature, and gives you this taste of soul and self, contentment and bliss beyond conditions.
This retreat is suitable for beginners as well as advanced yogis. We will discuss various aspects of the teachings and go into deep practice of Sadhana, Kriya, meditation, pranayama, singing, dancing, silence, nature, seva, and a delicious yogic diet. The retreat also includes an Aromatherapy Massage treatment.
Price: £280 all inclusive. To book, please send a cheque of £100 deposit (payable to O M MAYROCK) to Sat Siri Singh, 37a Cranleigh Gardens, Southall UB1 2BU. For more info, contact Sat Siri Singh, 07502 330 120, sss@kundalini-khalsa.com. Arrival is Thursday evening (dinner at 6pm), departure is Sunday afternoon.
Come and join us for an intensive retreat in the company of like-minded souls in the wonderful Idyll of Cerrig Llwyddion, West Wales
Massage, Reflexology and Aromatherapy
Whilst on holiday you and your group could treat yourselves to some healing pampering . The Holistic Health therapists who come to Cerrig Llwyddion are Hannah Mackie and Cheryll Grover
Hannah Mackie IIHHT MAR
Hannah has successfully trained in Aromatherapy and Remedial Massage to an advanced Diploma level, she is also trained in Relexology.
Cheryll Grover MBSR MAR
Cheryll has many years experience as a therapist and has worked as a Reflexologist for the past 15 years, having trained with Ann Gillanders one of the pioneers of the therapy in Britain fron the early 1960's.
Therapies to choose from :
Indian Face Massage
Facial massage is one of the most important forms of facial rejuvenation, it's like the therapist is ironing with her fingers...a natural facelift. The main techniques used come from the Ayurveda - an ancient healing system. Benefits include:
- It eases tension and induces suppleness in the skin and the underlying superficial muscles.
- Wrinkles and expression lines are reduced
- Skin becomes softer, complexion and skin tone improves , sagginess and puffiness is reduced.
- It releases tension from facial muscles, headaches and other tension related symptoms are relieved.
Indian Head Massage
The ancient art of Indian Head Massage is almost as old as massage itself. A 30 minute routine effectively tackles the upper back, shoulders, neck, head and face and is particularly beneficial to people who are desk bound and experience pain and tension in these areas.
The benefits include:
- Relaxation of the entire person
- Reduced muscular tension and improved joint mobility in the upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp and face.
- Relief of stress, anxiety, eyestrain, nasal conjestion, jaw ache and tension headaches
- A more restful, refreshing sleep
- Improved concentration and clarity of thought
- Improved circulation and increased oxygen absorption
- Breakdown of fibrous adhesions - knots and nodules
- Revitalized and rebalanced energy flow throughout the body
- Improved drainage of lymphatic system helping remove toxins and strengthen the immune system
- Scalp stimulation helping improve circulation and promote hair growth
Reflexology
Reflexology is the application of pressure to different parts of the foot which then affect different parts of the body. It treats the whole self; mind, body and spirit and encourages the body to restore and maintain it's balances naturally. It relieves stress related problems, back pain, migraines and sports related injuries.
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is a massage using essential oils to suit individual needs. The treatment is a relaxing lymphatic massage, letting the oils do the work once applied to the body relaxing the physical and psychological.
Remedial Massage Therapy - a deep tissue treatment to help treat painful muscles, joint problems and posture correction incorporating basic forms of Swedish and Sports massage
You can book yourself a combination of therapies for a full on pamper day or pick a range of therapies for yourself and a group, please contact us for prices as as they will vary so much depending on the number of people in your group. We will need two weeks notice before your arrival to be able to book the therapists
Meni Farkash
Yoga and Meditation
Meni Farkash is a qualified teacher of yoga, registered with the British Wheel of Yoga and Yoga Alliance. He is an experienced practitioner of Hatha and Shadow Yoga with a strong background in martial arts.
Offering tuition in Hatha Yoga - the ancient science of using body and breath to still the mind. For men and women, for all levels of ability and for all levels of fitness.
Meni offers personal tuition; one-to one and couples or group sessions designed to accommodate differing levels of fitness within the group.
You can book a yoga session in the Studio or, weather pending, in the meadow or a yoga session followed by breathing exercises and meditation for complete relaxation.
1 - 1 1/2 hour Yoga Individual / Couple £25
1 - 1 1/2 hour Yoga Group £7.50 per person ( min group size 7 or min group fee £50 if you still want to book a group session with less than 7 people )
2 hour session of Yoga, Breathing and Meditation £15 per person ( min group size 4 or min group fee £60 if you still want to book a group session with less than 4 people )
Michael Henly
Tai Chi and Qigong
Michael Henley has trained in Qigong, Buddhist and Taoist meditation and Chinese internal martial arts since 1986. He has lived and taught in wales since 1994 and is the founder of the Infiniteway school of Tai chi, Qigong & Kung Fu. He is a registered instructor with the Buqi Institute, the Tai chi Union of Great Britain and the A.M.A.
You can book sessions of 1 - 2 hours of Tai Chi and or Qigong for a small group , or arrange a three day retreat such the retreat detailed below
Biddy Wells
'A Day for Your Life ' A One-day Workshop of Voice work & Relaxation
This is an opportunity to take time out of your usual routine and get in touch with your self!
We will work together to nurture and de-stress ourselves with songs, group exercises, sharing circle, chanting and relaxation, all in the beautiful surroundings of Cerrig Llwyddion. We will do some visualization and appreciation exercises, and build a positive creative atmosphere that you can take home with you!
- I will lead the group in simple warm ups to wake up the body, breath and voice.
- We'll learn and sing simple chants and songs together, have a wonderful 'Sound Bath' and relaxation session
- The aim is to connect and find harmony with ourselves and as a group and to open our hearts a little through sharing beautiful harmonies.
- No previous experience is necessary.
Please wear loose comfortable clothes.
Rachael Hargrave
Drumming and Percussion Workshops
Experience the excitement and rush of playing with rhythm in a group. Rachel's sessions are fun for the beginner or the experienced.
Hand drumming and percussion workshops - African, Latin and improvised rhythms.
2 Hrs £120 group session. Drums provided
Perryn Butler
Discovering Your Creativity Workshops
Perryn is a Welsh sculptor who has exhibited widely in Wales and England, and has work in private collections from Berlin to New York. Perryn also runs a range of sculpture courses for experienced artists or total beginners. Using her experience of teaching sculpture to mental health patients she has discovered the invaluable use of sculpture as a form of therapy and self awareness
"this can be a little trip or a great expedition, depending upon how much time and energy you wish to give yourself"
You can choose any or all of the following to do whilst you are here , we need three weeks notice to set up the courses.
- "How to access your creativity" meditation and relaxation class. Using Yoga breathing, guided fantasy and breathing to Alpha 7 you plug into the creative unconscious
- Loosening up Drawing - Timed 2 min drawings with large brush on newspaper to free your hand
- Blind modeling - Modeling objects from touch, again used to create without confines
- Stone Carving - using soft thermalite blocks or Bath stone
- Life Sticks - based on Aboriginal Art work, carve and paint a "life stick" with images from your life.
Healing at Malindi
The Malindi Centre is 10 mins from us and offers many healing therapies, you can book directly with the centre.
Healing Options At Malindi Centre
Coming away from your usual routine and taking a break from the stressful life you lead, requires organising yourself and partner/family to go to a place of your choice, it is a wonderful opportunity to try different things, out of the norm things that help you regain your zest for life.Let us help you to balance activity with de-stressing to give you a feeling of well being.
INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS
Omni Healing - this universal energy heals you and activates your body's natural ability to heal itself. Omni goes to the deeper levels of your being, where many illnesses have their origins. It heals on all levels including the Physical, Mental, Psychological, Emotional, Spiritual and Auric and Karmic levels. It works wherever you need it most, releasing blocked energies, cleansing the body of toxins and working to create a state of harmony and balance.
It reinforces your own ability to take responsibility for your life and helps to make the necessary changes in your attitude and lifestyle in order to promote a happier and healthy life.
Omin is a very simple, non intrusive and extremely powerful process. A treatment session lasts approximately 50 mins, the patient usually lies down, fully clothed on a treatment couch covered with a blanket or can be seated on a chair. The practitioner gently places her/his hands in various positions over the body. Each position is held for a short time, there is no pressure: making it ideal for treating the very young, the elderly, pregnant women and those recovering from surgery.
Energy Massage Therapy - gives all the usual benefits, is totally non invasive but is without the manipulation and contact normally associated with massage. Using light, circular, sweeping movements, it can take about 50 mins for back and front of the body. This is a massage for head, face, digestive system, legs, feet, arms, hands and back. It leaves one feeling light, refreshed and as if the whole of one's insides have been massaged.
You can book a single session of either of the above therapies at any time for £25
QUIET DAY RETREAT AT MALINDI
10am - 4pm or 11am - 4.30pm £25 per person
The day aims to provide a quiet, retreat - like atmosphere to encourage and focus on relaxation. It should leave you feeling refreshed and invigorated. It will also help you to be more " in tune" with the needs of yourself and others.
Be guided through this day: allow your own feelings and intuitions to surface to help you clear some of the "debris" of life as it may be at the moment. A series of planned relaxation and meditation sessions will awaken your senses and you will become more aware of the fullness and richness of life.Speech will be minimal throughout the day.
The day can include the following sessions:
A short meditation to still and calm the mind
Colour Breathing Relaxation
Spiral Sweep and Energy flow
Walking meditation (outside if weather is fine)
Inspirational tape or CD
Relaxation meditation
Then time to go, leaving as quietly as you can to preserve the peaceful energies you have acquired during your day.
It truly is a wonderful life.
- Refreshment teas and coffee are provided.
- Please bring a packed lunch for yourself
- Wear loose and comfortable clothing and suitable warm outdoor clothing for the outdoor meditation.
- Bring a blanket and/ or mat and a cushion
ONE DAY RELAXATION AT MALINDI
It is our aim to relax you: help to re balance your body and your state of mind thereby encouraging you to feel good about yourself and your world.
9.30 am Omni Healing 1 hour
12.30 pm Massage therapy 1 hour
3.30 pm Omni Healing 1 hour
Weekday or weekend - for 1 person £70
For more information contact Stephanie on :
TEL : 01559 371511 EMAIL : info@malindi.co.uk
VISIT: www.malindi.co.uk