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SPRING RETREAT: Joyful New Beginnings
17 September, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 19 September, 2021 @ 1:30 pm UTC+2
This Spring weekend retreat will be held in a contained and nurturing atmosphere of contemplative (Noble) silence at the stunning Mont Fleur retreat venue, nestled in the mountains near Stellenbosch. It is suitable for beginners who have never attended a silent retreat, as well as experienced meditators who want to deepen their practice. To maintain the safety of social distancing, the numbers will be limited to 12-14 retreatants only and the required Covid-19 protocols will be followed.
Through the practice of meditation and the wisdom of Buddhist psychology, we will welcome the season of Spring and the possibility of new beginnings with joyful and compassionate awareness. Supported by the beauty of Nature around us, we will ground our awareness, establishing a calm and unified inner refuge from which to explore new and courageous ways of being, which awaken us to life and its possibilities in the midst of uncertainty.
To enhance the integration of body, heart and mind, daily sessions of qigong movement meditation will be offered and optional yoga or mindful movement and massages. as an optional extra. There will be time for restorative rest, as well as silent walks or mindful runs in the vineyards and mountains. Short, individual check-ins which provide additional emotional containment and insight during the retreat. Mont Fleur’s well-known exceptionally delicious vegetarian and vegan food will be savoured in silence, as part of our integrated practice.
A once-off, pre-retreat individual session is required if you haven't yet had one with Sue. This provides greater containment and enhances and deepens the silent retreat experience for yourself and for the group. The additional session fee of R950 is fully covered by Medical Aid and can be reduced if necessary.
CPD accreditation to be confirmed.
Bookings: admin@stillmindretreats.com
Total Cost for weekend: R6300/R5900
Venue fee:
Single en-suite: R3800 for food and accommodation
Shared en-suite (available to couples only): R3400 per person for food and accommodation
Teacher's Fee: R2500 As always, further reductions and payment plans are available on request.
A deposit of R750-R1000 confirms your place, R750 of which is non-refundable if cancelled less than a week before and your place is not filled. The balance is due before the retreat, unless you have a pre-arranged payment plan with Sue.
Optional Extras:
Massage: R575 for 60 mins
Yoga with Victoria Albrektsen: R180 - R200 for 1 class; R250-300 for 2 classes
Account Name: Stillmind Retreats
Cheque Account: 62506345637
First National Bank, Rondebosch
Branch Code: 201509
Reference: Your name & 10 Sept
Please email proof of payment to admin@stillmindretreats.com.
Although individual circumstances will be taken into account the following applies to all bookings.
Please note that the refunded amount/percentage is calculated based on the full retreat fee.
4 – 6 weeks prior to retreat:
If your place is filled, there will be a refund less R1500.
If it is not filled there will be a refund less 30%.
2 - 4 weeks prior to retreat:
If your place is filled, there will be a refund less R2000, but in the event, your place is not filled a refund less 75%.
2 weeks or less prior to the retreat:
If your place is filled, and the retreat is fully booked, there will be a refund less R2500 (non-refundable deposit).
If your place is filled, and the retreat is not fully booked, then the accommodation and food only will be refunded, but individual circumstances will be taken into account.
If your place is not filled, then no refund is possible, but individual circumstances will be taken into account.
Details
- Start:
- 17 September, 2021 @ 6:00 pm UTC+2
- End:
- 19 September, 2021 @ 1:30 pm UTC+2
- Event Category:
- Residential Retreats
Venue
- Mont Fleur Conference Centre
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Upper Blaauwklippen Road
Stellenbosch , Western Cape 7600 South Africa - Phone
- 021 880 1112
- View Venue Website