This course highlights the practice, history and development of yoga. From the classical sources to our contemporary approach. An investigation into why we stretch the body in order to expand our mind and how to focus on breath-work that goes deeper than just taking in oxygen. A course that highlights what yoga is, what is a good practice that supports it, and finally; how do we awaken to a greater clarity of yoga from within?
This course is a unique opportunity to study with Alexander Medin distinguished yoga teacher and Sanskrit scholar in classical yoga philosophy.
The daily focus is: What is yoga? … and what is all the extra fuzz? What gives clarity of mind, insight, and understanding and what is everything else that distracts the body and mind? Our main focus is simply to light a torch that will provide a deeper insight into your own mind and promotes experiences of clarity and well-being. Something that gets clearer and better the more you approach it.
The days will begin with an early morning meditation / japa, followed by a yoga practice, breathing exercises, technique, studies and introduction to classic yoga texts. Before dinner every day, we will end with a light yoga practice, followed by philosophy and breathing exercises.
Between classes you can relax in front of the fireplace or enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery. There are great ski trails with panoramic views and it is just to buckle on the skis right outside our doorstep.
Nøsen is located in a magnificent natural resort area surrounded by high mountains and overlooking a beautiful lake. There will be plenty of time every day for hiking and outdoor activities.
We serve an exquisite vegetarian food and three meals a day are included in the price together with accommodation in a double room. If you want a single room, a small extra fee will be added. We do not serve alcohol.
This course is suitable for those seeking deeper wisdom in yoga and how to build a stronger personal practice to attain that. We are open to all levels, beginners and advanced. Some people come to deepen their practice other people just come to get a relaxing holiday in a beautiful environment. Nøsen is open for everybody.
Welcome to Nøsen. Enjoy the tranquillity of the mountains and indulge in wholesome experiences that will provide you with an ease of mind, relaxed body and persistent well-being.
Thursday April 18th
15:00 - 18:00 Arrival
18:00 - 19:00 Soft Yoga, breathing, movement and relaxation
19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
Friday April 19th
06:30 - 07:00 Japa / Meditation
07:00 - 09:00 Ashtanga Yoga, breath and deepening in practice
09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 - 13:00 Time to relax or go skiing
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 17:00 Time to relax or go skiing
17:00 - 18:00 Soft Yoga and Breathing exercises that cleanse the body
18:00 - 19:00 Basic Yoga Philosophy
19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
Saturday April 20th
06:30 - 07:00 Japa / Meditation
07:00 - 09:00 Ashtanga Yoga, breath and deepening in practice
09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 - 13:00 Time to relax or go skiing
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 17:00 Time to relax or go skiing
17:00 - 18:00 Soft Yoga and Breathing exercises that cleanse the body
18:00 - 19:00 Yoga's modern history and development
19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
Sunday April 21st
06:30 - 07:00 Japa / Meditation
07:00 - 09:00 Ashtanga Yoga, breath and deepening in practice
09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 - 13:00 Time to relax or go skiing
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 17:00 Time to relax or go skiing
17:00 - 18:00 Soft Yoga and Breathing exercises that cleanse the body
18:00 - 19:00 Yoga Sutras (classic yoga philosophy)
19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
Monday April 22nd
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
About the teachers
Alexander Medin:
Alexander Medin has been teaching yoga for 22 years. He was certified by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois In 2002, an award obtained only by 33 people. He has an MA in Sanskrit and Indian Religions and has had the privilege of traveling the world teaching yoga. Alexander is the founder of the "Yoga for Life" foundation, which has been responsible for the two projects "Back in Ring" and "Gangster Yoga". In 2015, Alexander took over the operation of Nøsen, which has subsequently been transformed into a beautiful Yoga Retreat Center and Mountain Hotel.
Price:
Group room: 4400 kr (without VAT: 4062 kr)
Double room: 5400 kr (without VAT: 4955 kr)
Single room: 6400 kr (without VAT: 5848 kr)
Price includes:
Accommodation for 4 nights at Nøsen Yoga og Fjellhotell
3 nourishing vegetarian meals a day
18 hours of tution
Tea, infusion and snacks within workshop
Price does not includes:
Café-menu, for instance specialty coffee or tea
Extra towels/linen
Pick-up from Fagernes/Gol