Yoga Sadhana Intensive: a week deepening into Yoga
1. – 6. July 2018
This week is specialised for you who wish to go deeper into your Yoga practice. You will have an introduction to classical Yoga philosophy, learn breathing exercises to clear the mind and balance the body.
Early with the sunrise we start with Japa meditation, followed by a led Ashtanga Yoga class, pranayama, technique and introduction to classical Yoga philosophy. At daytime you have personal time to be outdoors, explore the beautiful surroundings and breathe in fresh mountain air. Before dinner we finish the day with a softer Yoga practice and pranayama for balancing the mind and healing the body.
Nature - Nøsen is located in a remote nature environment, and you will have plenty of time every day to go hiking, enjoy silence, swim in the mountain lake, bike, paddle or just relax in the grass.
Food - We serve exquisite vegetarian dishes following healthy, Ayurvedic principles. The price include 3 meals a day,
Accommodation - Double room/standard room is included in the price. If you wish for a single room, count an extra charge in the price.
This intensive course is especially for you who seek a deeper insight and understanding of Yoga as a foundation in life. With this comes a lasting wellness and balance helping you in the daily challenges in life.
Program:
Sunday 01.07
15:00 – 18:00 Arrival
18:00 – 19:00 Soft Yoga practice, pranayama, movement and relaxation.
19:00 – 20:00 Dinner
Monday 02.07
06:30 – 07:00 Japa meditation
07:00 – 09:00 Ashtanga Yoga, pranayama
09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 12:00 Relax and enjoy the surroundings
12:00 – 13:00 The basics of Yoga philosophy
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 18:00 Nature experience
18:00 – 19:00 Pranayama/Breathing exercises that cleanse the body
19:00 – 20:00 Dinner
Tuesday 03.07
06:30 – 07:00 Japa meditation
07:00 – 09:00 Ashtanga Yoga, pranayama
09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 12:00 Relax and enjoy the surroundings
12:00 – 13:00 The basics of Yoga philosophy
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 18:00 Nature experience
18:00 – 19:00 Pranayama/Breathing exercises that cleanse the body
19:00 – 20:00 Dinner
Wednesday 04.07
06:30 – 07:00 Japa meditation
07:00 – 09:00 Ashtanga Yoga, pranayama
09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 12:00 Relax, enjoy nature
12:00 – 13:00 Yoga Sutras (Classical Yoga philosophy)
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 18:00 Nature experience
18:00 – 19:00 Pranayama/Breathing exercises that cleanse the body
19:00 – 20:00 Dinner
Thursday 05.07
06:30 – 07:00 Japa meditation
07:00 – 09:00 Ashtanga Yoga, pranayama
09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 12:00 Relax, enjoy nature
12:00 – 13:00 Bhagavad Gita (Classical Yoga philosophy)
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 18:00 Nature experience
18:00 – 19:00 Pranayama/Breathing exercises that cleanse the body
19:00 – 20:00 Dinner
Friday 06.07
06:30 – 07:00 Japa meditation
07:00 – 09:00 Led class
09:15 – 10:15 Breathing exercises
10:30 – 11:30 Hatha Yoga Pradipika (Classical Yoga philosophy)
11:30 – 12:00 Check out
12:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 16:00 Departure
Teacher, Alexander Medin
In 2015, Alexander took over what was then known as “Nøsen Fjellstue”, and started to transform it into Nøsen Yoga Mountain Retreat. The building was, at the time, in ruins. Today, the lodge can host up to 100 guests, and combines a distinct mountain feel and Norwegian touch, with a Yogic style and value-set.
Alexander has been teaching Yoga around the world for over 20 years. In 2002, he became certified by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois from Mysore, India. Pattabhi Jois (1915-2009) developed the style of Vinyasa Yoga known as Ashtanga. Only 35 people worldwide have obtained the certification as Ashtanga teachers by Pattabhi Jois, Alexander being one of them.
With a Master’s degree in Sanskrit and Indian religions and spending many years studying in India, he regularly writes about Yoga and many of his articles have been published in leading, international journals about Yoga. He translated the Yoga Sutras and Bhagavad Gita to Norwegian.
Running the foundation “Yoga for Life”, he has launched and continues running projects, such as “Gangster Yoga” and “Back in the ring”, helping people who have “fallen out” of society and giving them the opportunity to build themselves up again, through a solid Yoga practice, heightened sense of responsibility and social work.
Price includes:
- Accommodation 5 nights at shared room* at Nøsen Yoga Retreat & Fjellhotell
- 3 nutritious, well tasting vegetarian meals a day
- 22 hours introduction
- Tea, infusion, snacks during workshop
- *Single room is an extra charge of 300 NOK/night to pay on arrival.
(VAT is included in price)
Price does not include:
- Our café menu, such as special coffee and teas, raw cakes etc.
- Extra towels and bed linen
- Pick-up to/from Fagernes or Gol