We are delighted to be collaborating with Nikki & Hugh at the stunning Chalet Savoie Faire to offer you a nourishing retreat in the heart of the magical French Alps surrounded by breathtaking views and lush stunning forests as we transition from autumn to winter.

Together, we have prepared a beautiful nurturing retreat where we will work to harmonise your energetic, physical, emotional and mental self with Yin Yoga, Sound Healing, Reiki and aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine whilst nourishing you with life at altitude, delicious meals, a half day vegetarian cooking course and some deep, powerful and transformational sessions. Our intention is to leave you feeling rested, balanced, rejuvenated, inspired and gain some tools to take back home.

According to traditional chinese medicine (TCM) theory, late autumn is the optimal time to stimulate the Kidney and Urinary Bladder organs and meridian channels in order to protect and rebalance as they are likely to be weakened over the winter season. We have created a programme to boost, balance and stimulate energy (chi) flow using a combination of Yin Yoga, Acupressure, Meridian Tapping, Meditation, Sound Therapy and Energy Work as we prepare ourselves for the winter season. Imbalances and deficiencies in the Kidney and Urinary Bladder meridian channels include (but not limited to) exhaustion, adrenal fatigue, lowered immunity, low sex drive, insomnia, night sweats, lower back pain, joint pain, bone issues, blood imbalances, menstrual problems and hot flushes - if you feel you need a boost and gain some tools to maintain balance throughout the year, come and join us in the magical French Alps.

Friday12th - Sunday 14th Nov 2021 - FROM €595 in shared room

Whats included…

• 3 days and 2 nights in the luxury of beautiful Chalet Savoie Faire (or Gite)

• Delicious carefully prepared vegetarian food including 2x breakfasts, 1x picnic, 2x 3 course lunch and 2x 3 course dinners (dietary requirements are catered for)

• Daily morning stroll, forest walk and mountain hike can be enjoyed during your stay

• 2 x Morning Meditations, 3 x Yin Yoga Sessions accompanied by Singing Bowls and Reiki Drum or Walking Gong, 1x Gong Bath, 1 x Reiki Drumming Journey, 1 x Cacao and Sound Ceremony and Closing Circle

• 1/2 day vegetarian cookery course including lunch with Nikki

• Option to book private sound healing, reiki or massage treatments and extend your stay at Chalet Savoie Faire

  *please note Nikki and Hugh have a lovely little puppy called Opi who lives with them*

YIN YOGA

Yin Yoga is a slow and soft style of yoga which allows you to stress, hydrate and nourish the deeper connective tissues such as ligaments, bones and joints which are harder to target in more dynamic (yang) styles of yoga. There will be a specific focus the meridian pathway and organ health to harmonise your energetic system and to bring balance physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. The practice will be accompanied by our Nepalese singing bowls so that the sound and vibrations will enter your body at a cellular level to calm your body and mind and promote healing.

SOUND HEALING

Sound Healing helps the body generate a positive flow of energy and offers vibrations ion a cellular level into the body which stimulates the blood vessels, lymph, nerves, veins and muscles to open up blockages and loosening tension in the body, relaxing the body and releasing pain. They can helps with stress, depression, insomnia, menstrual pain, ear problems, sinusitis etc and offer a sense of peace and calm. On retreat you will experience a gong bath, singing bowl therapy and reiki drumming during and you will have the opportunity to book a private treatment (extra charge)

REIKI

Reiki is the Japanese word for universal life force. By channeling energy from the universe (generally through the hands), It can be a deep relaxation technique that reduces stress and promotes healing. Reiki re-activates the body’s natural energy system, bringing you back into balance on every level, physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Reiki Drumming for healing and meditation is an ancient practice. Scientific research confirms that drumming can influence brain activity, bringing you into the meditative alpha state, reduce stress, help control pain and enhance healing.

Chalet Savoie Faire is a beautiful 1900s farmhouse in the tranquil village of Fontaine Naves, in the heart of the French Alps which has been transformed by Nikki & Hugh into a luxury & bespoke accommodation.

The main house provides accommodation for up to 7 people, with a beautiful open-plan living area, vaulted dining hall and walled terrace with views across the valley. Luxury bathrooms with gorgeous toiletries, flat screen televisions in every room and a cosy open fireplace make it a perfect retreat.

1k up the road we have the beautiful Chez Milo which offers an additional 2 x sole or twin occupancy double rooms for you to enjoy which is below the yoga barn or across the road a shared gite.

Fontaines Naves is a picturesque mountain village, with stunning views across the valley. It is situated at 1300 altitude and is perfect for escaping the main summer resorts so we can enjoy the peace and tranquility in the comfort of Chalet Savoie Faire and Chez Milo. If you did want to extent your stay, the nearby market town of Moutiers is only 15 mins away and 30 minutes from the main hiking and mountain biking resorts of Meribel/ Courchevel There are plenty of other beauty spots to explore including Annecy, many stunning drives and even the medieval town of Conflans.

Spaces are limited due to Covid Regulations so please do book your spot quickly

Fri 12th Nov 2020

ARRIVAL DAY

• 09:15 – Arrival tea and settle in

• 10:15 - 10:30 Morning stroll up to the Yoga Barn and take in the local views

• 10:30 - 12:00 Yin Yoga practice working with the kidney and urinary bladder organs and meridian channels accompanied by singing bowl sound therapy and reiki drumming

• 13.00 - 14:30 Delicious vegetarian lunch back at Chalet Savoie Faire (dietary requirements available)

• 14:30 – 17:00 Forest walk and free time

• 17:00 – 18:30 Relaxation Gong Bath at the Barn

• 19:00 – 20:00 Nourishing 3 course dinner

• 20:00 - Relax by the fire, read a book or chat with like minded souls

Sat 13th Nov 2020

SUNDAY

• 07:00 – 07:20 Optional morning meditation

• 07:20 - 07:45 Morning stroll or drive to the Yoga Barn

• 07:45 – 09:15 Kidney and urinary bladder meridian pathway mapping, tapping and yin Yoga accompanied by singing bowls and walking gong

• 09:30 – 10:30 Breakfast

• 10:30 – 15:00 Explore the mountains by foot or snowshoe (weather dependant) including picnic

• 15:00 – 16:30 Free time

• 16:30 – 18:30 Cacao and Sound Ceremony

• 19:00 – 20:00 Nourishing 3 course dinner

• 20:30 - 21:30 Reiki drumming journey around the fire

Sunday 14st Nov 2020

DEPARTURE DAY

• 07:00 – 07:20 Optional morning meditation

• 07:20 - 07:45 Morning stroll or drive to the Yoga Barn

• 07:45 – 09:15 Yin yoga practice for the kidney and urinary bladder organs and meridian lines with singing bowl therapy and reiki drumming

• 09:30 – 10:30 Breakfast

• 11:00 - 14:30 Vegetarian Cookery Course inc Lunch

• 14:30 – 15:30 Closing Circle

• 15:30 - 18:00 Option to book a sound healing, reiki session or massage treatment. You can sit back and relax, explore the local area until check out

• 18:00 Check out or extend your stay at Chalet Savoie Faire or maybe on to beautiful Lac d’Annecy, Switzerland or Italy

You will have the care and attention from a level 3 yin yoga teacher and sound healer/reiki master who will take you on a wonderful healing journey sure to leave you feeling fully refreshed, deeply relaxed and rejuvenated.

YIN YOGA | SOUND | CACAO

NATALIE BRADSHAW

Yoga has changed my life. For years I suffered with Adrenal Fatigue and an Autoimmune Disease, that combined with being a workaholic in the corporate world often meant choosing to work 13-hour days and using all my energy up at work that often meant that I had nothing left for me, let alone time for my family or friends. After becoming dependent on steroid injections, western medication and coffee just to get through the day I decided to come back to Yoga and explore a more holistic lifestyle. Rather than continue to book holidays in a desperate attempt to recharge, I started to go on Yoga retreats and train to become a Yoga teacher which soon became a huge turning point in my life because it gave me the space to rest, spend time with like minded people and also learn tools that I needed to make changes in my life. Very quickly I found that a more regular Yoga practice offered me much more than the physical benefits and in fact the actual physical poses were only a small part of ‘doing’ Yoga. As I continued to dig deeper, not only did I become stronger and more mobile in my body but I had reduced pain, raised my energy levels, improved my mental health and my whole perspective significantly changed. I said goodbye to my corporate life and set out on a new path find a solution other than a lifetime on western medication and guess what - I haven't taken western medication for over 4 years and have managed to keep my autoimmune issues at bay (unless I fall into old habits!) Even now with over 1000 study hours with many global master teachers and reading hundreds of books, I continue to search for and experience alternative ways to live at optimal health in this modern world. Going deeper into the layers is my passion, specifically in conjunction with traditional Chinese medicine, organ health, the energetic body and breath work. Sound and Reiki has also been a huge influence in my healing path which is why James (my husband) and I love to work together and create healing and transformational experiences which we can offer on a private basis, group classes, workshops or retreats.

REIKI | SOUND | ENERGY WORKER

JAMES BRADSHAW

Working in the fire and rescue service was my dream job and after making the difficult decision to leave after 12 years service I lost my way a little. I missed helping other people and felt something was missing. I proceeded to spend another 12 years building up my own renovations and maintenance company and whilst really enjoying meeting new people, the practical side of working with my hands and being creative I still felt I had more to offer. In 2011 I injured my spine in a car accident and the doctors said that I would need to start saving for a £20k operation to remove some of my spine which would manage the pain. The injury was affecting my life and somedays I couldn’t walk – this is where my journey started in looking for alternative ways to heal. I started regular yoga classes and very soon I regained strength, mobility and reduced pain. It was actually in the yoga studio that I saw a leaflet for Reiki and became very curious in how I could tap into my own healing potential. In the back of my mind I knew this was the tool I could use to help myself and others. It has been quite a journey working towards my Reiki master degree and digging deeper into the potentials of Sound Therapy. Collectively it has taken my own healing ability and what I can offer to a whole new level which in fact has recently helped me fight cancer for the 2nd time. Understanding Cancer triggers, how to prevent, slow down, and potentially cure with lifestyle and alternative healing methods has become a big area of interest for me and Natalie - we continue to research, experience and explore ways to help ourselves and others live at optimal health in this modern world.

And guess what… I no longer need the spinal operation!

All rooms are stunning, luxurious, lovingly designed and prepared in CSF.

€695 per person in shared room (Twin) at Chalet Savoie Faire (please contact direct for Private room options) OR €595 in large shared room across the road in the Gite (bring your own linen)

CLICK HERE TO READ THE TERMS & CONDITIONS

You must arrange your own travel insurance as part of the booking agreement. You must not attend this retreat if you display any Covid-19 symptoms.

We hope you can join us!

Namaste x