AWAKEN
Three-day Sword & Yoga Mountain Retreat
30 th - 01 st August 2021
The Sword & Yoga retreat is a unique experience that features two beautiful holistic yoga and sword practices, and is hosted at the fabulous hilltop Hi Hekate retreat centre in the Bakony-Balaton geopark. Here, you will be able to hike through the forests, appreciate the breathtaking scenic views from the eight surrounding volcanic mountains/hills, savour our plant-based menu, refresh yourself at our tea tastings, and wind down with glorious sunset walks.
As a token, you will receive your very own sword which you can keep.
This retreat is open to all, no matter your experience. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced yogi, you’ll have a profound and wonderful experience at our beautiful hilltop retreat surrounded by the breathtaking hills and valleys of the Balaton Uplands (UNESCO) National Park.
Highlights
Yoga sessions – Vinyasa & Restorative (4 x 90 mins)
Evening Yoga stretching with meditation Session (3 x 60 mins)
Opening ceremony of fire
Daily organised forest walk
Delicious plant-based meals
Evening inversion classes or assisted self practice
Certified yoga instructor
Free time for your own personal activity
Accommodation for 2 nights
Awareness . Gratitude . Appreciation . Practice
30 th - 01st August 2021
Day 1
· Arrive any time from 12.00 and settle into your stunning hilltop home. Enjoy the surroundings with tea and meet the other guests.
· Vinyasa yoga session with meditation.
· Evening opening ceremony of fire session followed by plant-based dinner.
Day 2
· Morning Yoga followed by delicious organic breakfast.
· After that, you can join us for more beautiful Vinyasa flow yoga practice.
· Enjoy some time to yourself and then have a plant-based lunch, grab a book and relax in the stylish lounge.
· You are invited to reconnect with nature during an easy forest walk. Delicious vegan cake and organic coffee served on your return.
· Welcome the dusk with a restorative yoga session followed by meditation.
· Evening community discussion with another delicious plant-based dinner and tea.
Day 3
· Morning sunrise yoga followed by breakfast.
· Join us again for another beautifully built focus and balance yoga session
· Plant-based lunch followed by another walk along the mountain valley.
· Yin yoga session followed by farewell afternoon cake and coffee.
What’s Included
3 day retreat at fabulous Hi Hekate hilltop retreat centre.
2 x nights accommodation at Hi Hekate.
Three plant-based meals per day plus afternoon tea and coffee.
Access to meditation centre, yoga studio and outside practice areas.
Outside seating, library, and fabulous Hi Hekate common area.
Opening ceremony of fire.
3 x Vinyasa Flow classes.
1 x Yin Yoga class.
3 x Restorative Yoga class.
2 x Meditation sessions.
2 x Forest walks.
All instruction in English (the organiser also speaks Hungarian).
Dates
30 th - 01th Aug 2021
Participants limit 12
Retreat location
Hi Hekate retreat centre
Outdoor practice area / forest
Hi Hekate Lounge
Hi Hekate Yoga / Meditation room
This retreat will take place at the Hi Hekate retreat centre, located amongst the volcanic hills of the Balaton Uplands (UNESCO) National Park which forms part of Bakony-Balaton Geopark! Escape the crowds in a stunning part of Hungary.
Since the retreat is on top of a hill and at the edge of a forest, don’t be surprised to meet game. You may see roe, deer, boar, rabbit, fox, golden jackal. Always keep in mind that despite the fact that they may come close to us in the evenings, they are not domestic animals. Keep a comfortable distance with them, also as a sign of respect.
Diana Krausz originates from Budapest, but has studied, lived and worked all over the world. Her passion for martial arts and yoga quickly developed into a career. As an instructor who specialises in Vinyasa Flow and Restorative yoga, Diana is the founder of Sword and Yoga and is registered with the Yoga Alliance.
Attendance Fee
€ 350 Euros
Fee includes
Accommodation cost, Daily meditation centre donations, Offerings for the yoga teachers, Practice Sword, Food & drinks,Offerings for the private chef, Offerings for the cleaning lady,
Accommodation
Arrive any time after 12.00 and settle into the stunning hilltop retreat.
Enjoy the surroundings with tea and meet other guests.
Sleeping arrangements
Lounge
** Private accommodation options available on request !!
Facilities
Dormitory style shared accommodation with luxury bedding
Kitchen
Dining area inside and outside
Lounge
Terrace
Yoga studio
Meditation room
On-site parking
Free wifi
The in-house yoga studio has a hilltop view and is the perfect place for an active start to the day with some energizing yoga or a relaxing session of Restorative yoga in the afternoon. You will be accommodated in stunning alpine-style dormitory room, finished to a high standard.
Food
We are passionate about healthy living and sustainability. Therefore, we have provided a dedicated chef to make entirely plant-based meals throughout the retreat.
The following meals are included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks
The following drinks are included:
Water, Coffee and Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
Vegetarian, Vegan, Organic and Gluten free and other dietary requirements on request.
Cancellation Policy
A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
The deposit is non-refundable if the booking is cancelled.
The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
Health & Hygiene
Hi Hekate retreat centre is constantly updating its health and hygiene measures to keep inline with current Hungarian regulations.
Cleaning
Uses cleaning products that are effective against coronavirus.
Use of personal linens & towels due to hygienic reasons.
Guest accommodation is disinfected following local authority guidelines.
Activity areas are disinfected before and/or after use.
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available.
Physical distancing is maintained.
Instructors maintain a distance from the client at all possible times.
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by the local government.
Hand sanitizer available in key areas.
First aid kit available.
Protective masks are available for all staff.
Protective masks available for clients.
