Have you never done yoga before, or have you perhaps attended Ashtanga led classes but didn't dare to try Mysore style (private practice)? Then, this is the course for you!
We will introduce the basic principles of Ashtanga Yoga and we will practice breathing techniques, focus points and techniques to remember the sequence so that you can easily participate in classes in the traditional Mysore style (private practice). This week you have the opportunity to try a bit of both places.
If you think that your body is too stiff to do yoga, we are more than ready to prove you otherwise. Yoga is for absolutely everyone, and by modifying the positions where necessary, you will build up a stable, safe and highly nourishing practice.
This beginner's course runs parallel to Sadhana Intensive (immersion in yoga with Alexander Medin) and you are welcome to attend one or more Mysore classes if you wish. The philosophy classes are with Alexander Medin.
The philosophy classes will focus on the old Sankhya system which laid the foundation for the entire Yoga tradition and many other Indian traditions. We will look at the origins of this in the Upanishad scriptures, the Sankhya Karika and how this discipline was instrumental in the development of the Yoga Sutras and all practical yoga philosophy.
We serve delicious, nutritious vegetarian food for all meals. Three meals per day are included in the price together with accommodation in a double or triple room. If you want a single room, there will be a small addition to the price.
Nøsen is located in magnificent, undisturbed natural surroundings and there is plenty of time every day to go for walks, enjoy the silence, swim in mountain water, cycle, paddle or just lie in the grass and relax.
Program
Sunday 2
15:00 – 17:00 Arrival
17:00 – 18:00 Welcome. Brief overview of the week. Breathing, movement and relaxation
18:00 – 19:00 Dinner
Monday 3
07:00 – 08:30 Beginner/Guided class
08:30 - 09:15 Meditation and breathing exercises
09:15 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 12:00 Free time
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 16:00 Free time
16:00 – 16:30 Yoga Technique
16:30 – 17:15 Practical Yoga Philosophy
17:15 – 18:00 Pranayama: Breathing exercises that cleanse the body and mind
18:00 – 19:00 Dinner
Tuesday the 4th
07:00 – 08:30 Beginner/Guided class
08:30 - 09:15 Meditation and breathing exercises
09:15 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 13:00 Free time
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 16:00 Free time
16:00 – 16:30 Yoga Technique
16:30 – 17:15 Practical Yoga Philosophy
17:15 – 18:00 Pranayama: Breathing exercises that cleanse the body and mind
18:00 – 19:00 Dinner
Wednesday the 5th
07:00 - 08:30 Beginner/Guided class
08:30 - 09:15 Meditation and breathing exercises
09:15 – 10:00 Breakfast
10.00 - 11.00 Yoga philosophy
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 18:00 Free time
18:00 – 19:00 Dinner
Thursday 6
07:00 – 08:30 Beginner/Guided class
08:30 - 09:15 Meditation and breathing exercises
09:15 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 13:00 Free time
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 16:00 Free time
16:00 – 16:30 Yoga Technique
16:30 – 17:15 Practical Yoga Philosophy
17:15 – 18:00 Pranayama: Breathing exercises that cleanse the body and mind
18:00 – 19:00 Dinner
Friday the 7th
07:00 – 08:30 Beginner/Guided class
08:30 - 09:15 Meditation and breathing exercises
09:15 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 11:00 Check-out
11:00 – 12:00 Summary and Rounding off
12:00 – 13:00 Lunch and departure
About Ruth Elin
Ruth Elin Simonsen has practiced ashtanga yoga for almost 20 years and has had a daily practice for the last 15 years. Her teacher is primarily Alexander Medin, but she has also practiced for long periods with Ellen Johannesen and Basia Lipska Larsen. On travels in India, Ruth Elin has practiced in Mysore with Sharath Jois, in Goa with Rolf Naujokat and Sharmila Desai, and in Rishikesh with Louise Ellis.
"Developing a physically demanding practice at the same time as you get older is both challenging and very exciting. It's about presence, strength and balance. That's why I started with wave surfing as well, so now I go to Portugal as soon as I have the chance - there I can combine both parts in a perfect way.”
Price for the retreat
Shared room: NOK 5,950 per person
Twin room: NOK 7,450 per person
Single room: NOK 8,450 per person
Double room: NOK 8,950/for 1 person)/13,900 (for 2 people)
Price includes:
Accommodation for 5 nights in shared, double or single rooms at Nøsen Yoga and Fjellhotell (or cabins)
Yoga practice and technique sessions
Three healthy vegetarian meals a day
Complementary tea and coffee
Linens and towels
The price does not include:
Our barista coffee, specialty teas, extra snacks and drinks.
Extra towels / bed linen *
Pickup to/from Fagernes or Gol (see separate prices under directions)
*Please keep in mind that as an eco-friendly hotel, we only provide one set of towels/bed linen during your stay.