Autumn Equinox
A Yoga & Ayurveda Workshop
🍂 The Autumn Equinox marks a sacred time of balance, between the seasons. We leave behind the high energies of Summer and begin to transition to the slower pace of Autumn. As the Earth begins its gentle turn inward, we are invited to gather the fruits of our year, channel this grounding energy into gratitude, release, and a deep sense of inner peace.
🌿 Ayurveda, often referred to as the "sister science of Yoga," is one of the world's oldest holistic healing systems. Originating in India and practiced for over 5,000 years, it teaches us how to live in harmony with the shifting seasons. The word Ayurveda translates from Sanskrit as "the science of life."
🍁 This half-day workshop weaves together grounding Yoga practices, an Ayurvedic tea ceremony, and an exploration of how to balance the rising Vata dosha. As Autumn can often leave us feeling scattered and ungrounded, this session is the perfect opportunity to restore your inner balance.
🍁 The Equinox Altar: We will bring together the 5 elements (Pancha Mahabhuta), Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Ether. Honouring each and the part they play as we move throught the Autumn equinox.
🍁 Leave feeling deeply centred, nourished, and beautifully aligned with the rhythms of nature as we transition into the colder months.
Yoga
Grounding Flow: To connect with the Earth. Autumn is the time when nature begins to slow down and as part of nature, so should we.
Restorative Integration: We end our time together with a deeply restful Restorative Yoga practice incorporating Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep).
What to Bring
Yoga Mat
Water Bottle ~ Please no plastic
Wear comfortable clothes you can move in
Pillows, cushions, blanket.
Something you would like to add to our Mandala ~ *optional
Notebook and pen
Ayurveda
Ayurvedic Wisdom: Explore seasonal rituals to calm Vata dosha (air), keeping you grounded during Autumn.
We will explore simple, practical ways to support ourselves through movement, breath, rest, and everyday lifestyle choices.
Venue
Marwell Hotel situated next to Marwell Zoo, close to Winchester with easy access from the M3.
The light filled Maplethorpe Room has double aspect windows and looks out over a courtyard to woodland beyond.
There is plenty of free parking in the hotel car park.
Refreshments
Herbal teas and homemade Ayurvedic treats are included.
Location
Marwell Hotel
Thompson’s Lane
Colden Common
Winchester
SO21 1JY
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