Lu Andrade
SYC Certified Teacher
1st - 6th May
Lu Andrade - SYC Certified Teacher
1st - 6 May 2024
Join us for a 6 day Ashtanga Yoga retreat with Lu Andrade, certified teacher by Sharath Yoga Centre, set in beautiful French countryside and surrounded by far-reaching views over woods and vineyards. Our shala is nestled within acres of natural grounds that creates a quiet and peaceful atmosphere aiding your practice and promoting introspection.
Daily Ashtanga practice, followed by workshops on the elements of asana, breathing work exercises, yoga philosophy and meditation, deepening and supporting the knowledge of each student.
Delicious and nourishing Ayurvedic Vegan food will be served, with a selection of vegetables freshly picked from our garden. The comfortable and elegant accommodation is complemented by two swimming pools, set in extensive grounds that can be explored after the classes.
We welcome all levels of practitioners at this retreat.
Price starting from €1,250
Schedule
Tuesday, 30th April | 2024
· Check in after 15.00
· 19.30 – Welcome dinner with a few guidelines about the retreat
1st May – 5th May | 2024
· 07.00 – 09.00 – Mysore Practice
· 09.00 – Break for fresh snacks, tea, coffee and juice
· 09.30 – Workshop to deepen your Ashtanga yoga practice
· 11.30 – Nourishing and freshly cooked 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
· 18.30 - Dinner
Monday, 6th May | 2024
· 07.00 – 9.00 – 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
Ashtanga France is based in a 16th century Château, fully renovated with very comfortable and spacious bedrooms, cozy and warm living areas and a sumptuous dinning room.
The house sits in 30 acres of grounds comprising woodlands, ancient trees, a beautiful lake and singing birds every morning. The Château also provides 2 swimming pools, sun-lounges and plenty of space to rest and relax.
ACCOMMODATION
Location
If you are looking to deepen your Ashtanga yoga practice and 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 kilometres away as is the famous Canal du Midi. Here you can hire canoes or take a boat trip. Bicycle hire is available locally. Bordeaux and Toulouse is worth a visit if you have time - it’s about 1.15 hour by train.
OUR FOOD
During Lu’s retreat, we will follow the principle of wholesome, nourishing and freshly prepared vegan and Ayurvedic 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.
Lucia Andrade began her journey when she was very young due to a medical recommendation. It was at the University that she learned about the Ashtanga Yoga method and from there it became her daily practice for more than two decades. She is graduated in Communication and Body Arts from the Catholic University of Sao Paulo since 2003. Studied with Sri K Pattabhi Jois and authorized/ certified teachers (Regina Ehlers, Matthew Wollmer, Rolf Naujokat). Her guide for more than decades is paramaguru Sharath Jois.
Lu is one of the handful certified teachers in the world, having received her teacher's blessing in 2014, and is currently learning advanced B serie. Her mission is to transmit the teachings, which transformed his life and person, in a pure and loving way.
She taught in many shalas of Brazil, Mexico, Peru, Argentina, Chile, Germany, Holland, Spain, Portugal, Norway, India, Taiwan, Bali and others sharing his experiences in the path of Yoga.
She currently teaches in Ibiza, where she lives with her husband Davide and their little Zion.
ABOUT LU ANDRADE
Cottage Price
€1,250
per person
Shared bedroom, with 2 Single beds, shared bathroom with maximum 2 other rooms
€1,650
Private bedroom, Double sized bed, shared bathroom with maximum 2 other rooms
€1,850
Private bedroom, King sized bed, shared bathroom with maximum 2 other rooms
Château Price
€1,900
per person
Shared bedroom, 2 Double sized beds, luxurious ensuite with shower and bathtub
€2,050
Private bedroom, King sized bed, shared bathroom with 1 other room
Private bedroom, Double sized bed, private bathroom with bathtub and shower attachment
€2,150
€2,250
Private bedroom, King sized bed, luxurious ensuite with shower and bathtub
Request your room
Lu Andrade 1st May - 6th May 2024
Other information
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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 oes here
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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