CHARLOTTE ANDERSON SUMNER
YOGA | CREATIVE
GATHER WEEKEND RETREAT
Thursday, 21st to Sunday, 24th November 2024
Optional healing treatment with Laura
The Yoga Room
a bedroom
Optional healing treatment with Laura
Join me this November to Gather...
...for 3 nights and 4 days of yoga in the beautiful New Forest.​
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This Gathering will be at Arnewood Manor, a manor house situated in beautiful grounds near Sway in the New Forest. The house is wonderfully spacious but also cosy, with a very homely feel.
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Our weekend begins on Thursday with a leisurely arrival at anytime after 4pm, there will be some yoga then dinner on the first night will be at 7pm followed by our welcome circle.
Friday and Saturday are our full and immersive days of yoga. There will be lots of offer from gentle meditative practices to more dynamic movement, as well as philosophy and deep rest. There will also be daily walks on Friday and Saturday, one on the beach (or a swim if you fancy it) and one in the forest with the ponies. There is the opportunity to book in for a 1-2-1 healing treatment with Laura (details below). Sunday morning is for more yoga and a light breakfast. Departure will be at 10.30am.
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This is your retreat, you can do as much or as little as you wish.
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All rooms are located on the 1st floor of Arnewood Manor. They are spacious and light and have wonderful views of the grounds from their windows. There are three bathrooms, one is a 'jack and jill' with a bath and there are also two brand new shower rooms - these will be shared between the bedrooms. One twin room comes with an ensuite. The rooms are warm and welcoming, with crisp linens on each bed. Towels are provided.
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The timing of this retreat is potent, it falls just after the November full moon. The pagans called this moon the Mourning Moon as it was considered an optional time to let go of unnecessary things yet with the time and permission to mourn their passing. So often in our busy lives, time for this kind of processing is sadly lacking. Our weekend will honour that energy with a schedule designed for Self reflection, letting go, resting and restoration.
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Sample Itinerary:
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Thursday
4pm arrival - tea and treat
5.30-6.30pm - Flow to Restore yoga to unwind from your journey
7pm - supper
8.30pm - welcome gathering in the yoga room
Friday
From 7.15am - herbal teas and fruit
8am to 10am - Dynamic yoga
10.30am - brunch
free time or walk
afternoon tea and treats
5pm to 6.30pm - workshop
7pm - supper
Saturday
from 7.15am - herbal teas and fruit
8am to 10am - Dynamic yoga
10.30am - brunch
free time or walk
afternoon tea and treat
5pm to 6.30pm - workshop
7pm - supper
after supper - candle gazing and guided deep rest
Sunday
7.30am to 9am - yoga followed by cacao ceremony
9am - breakfast
10.30am - departure
WHAT’S INCLUDED
* 3 nights accommodation at our stunning country home located deep in the New Forest with its own extensive grounds.
* Daily Yoga / Meditation sessions - all of which are optional. I am an experienced teacher and will guide you through these practices in a way that will suit your current ability, together we can also work towards any goals you might have. You will enjoy energetic classes as well as more gentle practices, relaxation, pranayama, philosophy and meditation.
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* Delicious, nourishing & healthy meals - the day will start with an offering of herbal infusions, tea and coffee alongside fruit and a light nibble - for those that need a little something before morning practice. After our morning session we will enjoy a hearty brunch. There will be an afternoon treat to keep us going until we sit for a delicious dinner. All meals will be prepared by our own retreat chef Natalie. Natalie is passionate about food, vibrant living and yoga - she also teaches - you can read more about her here.
The food on this retreat is vegetarian. If you require vegan options or have any other specific dietary requirements please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you.
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WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
* Your transport to and from the retreat
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1-2-1 HEALING SESSIONS
I will once again be joined on this retreat by the amazing Laura Routh-Parsons. Laura will be offering one to one sessions during the retreat - these sessions are a blend of Reiki & Seichim energy work, sound healing, intuitive channeling, Earth medicine and ritual.
Laura Routh-Parsons is a Reiki Master Healer and Teacher, Sound Alchemist, Meditation guide, Breath Work teacher, Energy Worker, Soul Storyteller, Yoga guide, Somatic practitioner, and Spiritual mentor. Read more about Laura here.
* 60 minutes £55
Laura will be with us on both Friday and Saturday. If you would like to book a treatment with her then let me know and I will schedule you in. This can be done nearer the time.
to book please email me here
there are 12 places available on a first come first served basis
2 / Twin Room single occupancy
£675 pp - sold out
3 / Twin Room ensuite shared occupancy
£575 pp - sold out
4 / Twin Room shared occupancy (single room supplement £200)
£495 pp - 3 rooms/5 spaces available
1 / King Room single occupancy
£675 pp - sold out
DEPOSIT A deposit of £125 is required to hold your place with the balance due by te 16th September. Please get in touch if you would like to do a payment plan as this can be arranged. CANCELLATION You may cancel your retreat providing that it is communicated to me in writing. Cancellation charges are as follows: - In all cases of cancellation the booking deposit will be forfeited. Cancellation 6 - 12 weeks before the event: 75% of your retreat cost Cancellation less than 6 weeks: 100% of retreat cost