Yoga and a healthy mind

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Those who become aware of their thoughts and control them actively derive great strength and positivity from them.
Yoga and a healthy mind

Sun., 12 February 2023 – Fri., 17 February 2023

In Reith, Tyrol, Austria


Once you become aware of your thoughts, you can actively channel them, deriving great strength and positivity.

 

Balanced practice sessions with focus on:

  • Reducing stress hormones in the asanas
  • How movement affects the brain
  • Effects of yoga on body and mind
  • From physical relaxation to mental peace
  • Mind, body and breath
  • Relaxed back, shoulders and neck
  • Visualizations in Hatha Yoga
  • Cleansing the energy channels
  • A steady gaze in the asanas
  • Yoga and fascia

 

Lectures and inspiration

  • Understanding the mind
  • Laws of thinking
  • From random thinking to a strong mind
  • Principles of a yogic life
  • Concentration, meditation and serenity
  • Psychology of mantra repetition
  • Exercises in positive thinking
  • An interesting study of the senses
  • Dealing with anger and fear
  • Brain, mind, consciousness
  • Preventing new thought patterns and cultivating higher forms of thinking

 

Recommended reading

Sadhana by Swami Sivananda

Thought Power, Swami Sivananda

 

Registration is possible at any time. Arrival and departure dates can be fixed according to your preferences.

 

DAILY RATES

Yoga:

€58

ACCOMMODATION & MEALS
In a smoke-free eco-hotel
Single room: €81
Double room: €66
Shared room: €48
Dormitory (for ladies only): €42

Minimum stay: 2 nights

Triple rooms on request for 3 people staying for the same dates.

All rates include VAT and are subject to a €1.80 visitor's tax per person per night.


Daily schedule
6:00 – 7:30 am Morning meditation, mantra chanting, talk
Twice a week and weather-permitting, the meditation takes place as a silent walk.
8:00 – 9:30 am Asanas and pranayama, sometimes followed by a short lecture on the different aspects of yoga
10:00 am Vegetarian brunch

from 11 am

Time for an invigorating sauna visit or a relaxing massage; occasionally a walk or excursion. The time for the workshop/lecture on the yoga theme will be communicated after you arrive.
4:00 – 5:30 pm Asanas and pranayama
6:00 pm Vegetarian dinner
8:00 – 9:30 pm

Evening meditation, mantra chanting, talk

Occasionally the meditation takes place as a silent walk.

Programmes are subject to change or cancellation.

Participation in the afternoon lecture/workshop is optional.

Accommodation and meals

Accommodation and meals are in the non-smoking eco-hotel serving wholesfood organic vegetarian meals.

All guest rooms have wooden floors and furniture, health mattresses, shower, toilet, hairdryer, telephone and radio. Most rooms have a balcony.

What you will need for your stay

A meditation pillow for the morning and evening meditation sessions is recommended. A meditation shawl is also advantageous.

To practice the yoga poses you will need a non-slip yoga mat or wool mat. You will need a blanket to cover yourself at the end of the yoga class during the so-called final relaxation.

Pillows, shawls, blankets, mats and much more can be purchased in our online shop or in our boutique after arrival.

For your stay you should bring comfortable clothing, slippers, walking shoes, rain gear, torch (flashlight), bathing suit and towels. Eyeglass wearers should bring a hard case for safe storage during the yoga classes.


Event application form for yoga vacation in Reith, Tyrol, Austria

Kindly complete the following form carefully. Please do not use all caps.

Please list the yoga retreat theme(s) that you are interested in, which will be taking place at the time of your stay.

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Asana and Pranayama Level *
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Next steps

Once you have submitted this form, you will receive a confirmation from the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House.