“Discover the healing power of words with yoga, qi-gong, nature and more on the magical island of Corsica”
Tuesday 10 May – Saturday 14 May 2023
5 Days/4 Nights
Spoken Language English
Maximum 10 participants
Yoga Suitable for beginners +
Highlights
Ancient energy practices
Yoga- Qi gong
Tapping
Free dance
Breath work
Meditation techniques
Fresh veggie cuisine
Expression through words
Healing in nature
Hiking
Co-creation and so much more…
Invitation
Charisse Louw in collaboration with Destination Namaste invites you to reflect on yourself and your story on the magical island of Corsica. Through gentle movement, meditation and writing practices you will gain insight into your life and discover how to re-imagine your story. Using the gorgeous natural setting of Corsica as an opportunity to ground and inspire, we will embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. This is the perfect time and space to meet yourself face to face and gently fall in love with what you see. The most important thing you can do with your life is to love it so you can really live it!
Benefits
Return to your life invigorated with healing methods that can be easily incorporated into your daily schedule. Experience the power of shaking, dancing, breath and meditation to shift your perception and tap you into energy & creative living. You will write a personal account of your own story, you may develop into memoir or keep as the secret book of your heart. This will serve as a guide and key to understanding your own soul for years to come. Come as you are and leave as you long to be — in harmony with yourself and the world.
About Charisse
Eternal student and teacher Charisse has studied medicine, theatre, languages and just about every healing modality out there. She has a BA in English and Theatre as well as an MA in Cinema Studies from New York University, the common thread is an abiding love for storytelling in all its forms. A yoga teacher for 20 years she spent time in ashrams in India, Buddhist temples in Japan and has worked for NGOs in Afghanistan and her native South Africa. She has taught at universities and schools across the world in theatre, film, art, philosophy, creative writing and critical studies. Her first and greatest love is the written word and she particularly cherishes the power of narrative to heal. Website : https://charisselouw.wixsite.com/flow
Daily Program
Tuesday
15h Introductions and settling in
Relaxation, visualization, free writing
Introduction to the Hero’s Journey, archetypes and other less conventional methods to access our story
Fresh vegetarian supper
Opening Circle – setting intentions & deep listening exercise
Wednesday
8h Herbal tea &Gentle yin yoga for healing & restoration
Brunch -Finding the poetry within & without
Afternoon Teatime & snacks -Walking meditation
Dinner
Dance your own dance
Thursday
8h Tai Chi & Qi Gong & Brunch
Writing your Story / Embrace the Shadow
Hike & Co-create Natural Sculpture
Dinner
Breathe & Relax – Pranayama & yoga nidra
Friday
8h Healing movement techniques to de-stress, reenergize and tap into creativity
Brunch – Rewriting your Story / Celebrate the Light
Free Afternoon to explore, play, rest/ one-on-one consultations
Dinner
20h30 Release Ceremony
Saturday
Morning Herbal tea/biscuits
Shake & tap it out
Brunch
Bringing it all together
12h Retreat close
Starting Rate 1250 € for a single bed in a shared room
1750 € for one person in a private room with a double bed
All meals and activities in the outline are included in these rates
This unique retreat will take place in a charming private villa, in the South of the Island close to Porto-Vecchio (Figari airport). Rates are all inclusive excluding flights and airport transfers from Figari/airport or the Port of Porto-Vecchio but can be arranged at an extra cost.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at destination.namaste@gmail.com
SEE YOU IN CORSICA!
