Bianca Oliveira
01st - 07th September
Come to practice Ashtanga Yoga with Bianca Oliveira
We invite you to immerse yourself in a week Ashtanga retreat with Bianca Oliveira, Authorised teacher level II, whilst you enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the French countryside, resting in a stunning and beautiful Chateau.
Sunday, 01st September | 2024
· Check in after 15.00
· 19.30 – Welcome dinner with a few guidelines about the retreat
02nd September – 06th September | 2024
· 07.00 – 08.30 – Mysore Practice
· 08.30 – 09.30 – Break for fresh snacks, tea, coffee and juice
· 09.30 – 11.00 – Workshop* to deepen your Ashtanga practice
· 11.30 – Brunch will be served by the pool, depending on the weather, cooked with organic vegetables picked straight from our garden or bought from one of our local farmers
· Afternoons will be free for relaxing, swimming, walks in the woods or in the vineyards, massage, sightseeing
· Fruits, tea, coffee and nuts will be freely available throughout the day
· 19.00 - Dinner
Saturday, 07th September | 2024
· 07.00 – 8.30 – Led class
· Check out: we kindly ask students to vacate their room by 10am, although they can stay at the property longer if their flights are in the afternoon or early evening
· 11.30 – Goodbye brunch
*Workshops will be run every other day, so students can have time to explore the region, sightseeing or just relax by the pool
Schedule
Our Accommodation
At Ashtanga France we have two houses within the same grounds. You can either choose to stay at the Château or at the Cottage. Both have their own swimming pool, common areas to sit, relax and enjoy nature and both are available for everybody to use.
If you are looking to escape to tranquility and surround yourself in never-ending vineyards and countryside then you have found the right place. Wake up to birdsong and gaze at the stars at night, marvel at the Eagles and Buzzards soaring on the updrafts in the late afternoon heat and walk through our extensive grounds to watch the heron’s patrolling the lake.
If you want to venture further afield then we are surrounded by pretty villages, many dating back to medieval times. The impressive river Garonne is a few kilometers away as is the famous Canal du Midi here you can hire canoes or take a boat trip. Bicycle hire is available locally.
As you’d expect, there are numerous wine tasting Châteaux in the area and we are happy to organise visits. Bordeaux and Toulouse is worth a visit if your have time, it’s about 1.15 hour by train
Location
Our food
During Bianca’s retreat, we will follow the principle of wholesome, nourishing and freshly prepared vegetarian food. Our garden provides a selection of organic vegetables and herbs that are picked daily according to the season.
We also support our local farmers who grow organic vegetables and fruits. We believe the best meals are those prepared with the highest quality ingredients we can find.
About Bianca
Bianca is an Authorized Level II teacher by the Paramaguru R. Sharath Jois. It's the traditional authorization to teach the full Primary and Intermediate sequences. Currently she is learning the Advanced A series in Mysore and has had the opportunity to assist her Guru twice. She took her first Yoga class at the age of 18 when she still lived in Brazil and felt a deep connection to the practice within body and soul. In 2009 she moved to USA to work as a performer for RBBB Circus and few years later the seed that was planted years ago sprouted and she sincerely felt the calling to dedicate herself to the practice of Yoga. She finished her first YTT in Boone,NC. Her first Ashtanga Class was with Guruji Sharath Jois during a USA tour in 2013. She started traveling to Mysore, India in 2015 and since then has been dedicating her life entirely to the practice and studies of Ashtanga Yoga. Over the years, Bianca has taught in many countries. She is also a mother and truly understand how family duties and practice affects one another. How discipline, commitment, devotion and dedication are the base of the practice and also the non attachments for results. Believing she is an eternal student of yoga, her joy is to share all the benefits this practice can bring to people's lives, both on and off the mat. Bianca is currently teaching an online Mysore program and also traveling the world for workshops and retreats.
Cottage Price
€1,300
per person
Shared bedroom, with 2 Single beds, shared bathroom with maximum 2 other rooms
Private bedroom, Double sized bed, shared bathroom with maximum 2 other rooms
€1,700
€1,900
Private bedroom, King sized bed, shared bathroom with maximum 2 other rooms
Château Price
€2,000
per person
Shared bedroom, 2 Double sized beds, luxurious ensuite with shower and bathtub
Private bedroom, King sized bed, shared bathroom with 1 other room
€2,100
€2,300
Private bedroom, King sized bed, luxurious ensuite with shower and bathtub
Make your reservation
To reserve your room, please complete the form below. The deposit to confirm your reservation is €500 related to the teaching’s fees. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable. The rest of the payment is due in full no later than 60 days before the retreat starts
Request your room
Bianca Oliveira 1st - 7th September 2024
Other informations
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Mysore Classes
Workshops
Fruits, tea, coffee and nuts available all day
Delicious and organic meals twice a day
Comfortable and beautiful accommodation
Wifi (StarLink 200MBS connection speed)
Time to explore the beautiful French countryside
Yoga equipment (Manduka Yoga mats, blocks, belts and blankets)
Group pick-up and return from/to Agen station
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Massages and other therapies (available on request)
Train tickets
Flights
Sightseeing (available on request)
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Toulouse and Bordeaux are the closest airports.
1) From Bordeaux airport there are two choices:
• Hire a car at the airport and drive to Ashtanga France/ Château de Gueyze (1h15 min journey)
• Or from Bordeaux airport, get a taxi to the train station Bordeaux St Jean and hop on the train to Agen Station (1h30 min journey). From there we can arrange pick-ups
2) From Toulouse airport, there are also two choices:
• Hire a car at the airport and drive to Ashtanga France/ Chateau de Gueyze (1h30 min journey)
• Or get a taxi to the train station Toulouse Matabiau and hop on the train to Agen Station (1h30 min journey). From there we can arrange pick-ups
3) If you are coming from Paris:
• There are direct trains from Paris Montparnasse station to Agen train station (3h11 min journey). From there we can arrange pickups.
*Train tickets can be easily be purchased in advance on www.trainline.com
