7-day introduction to the foundation of Yoga in France
7-day introduction to the foundation of Yoga in France
Centre Lothlorien, A place where beautiful encounters belong to daily life, Frankrijk, France
Up to 12 in group
April 20 - 26, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Yoga as it is taught in India;
- Asana’s, adjusted to your possibilities and limitations;
- Yoga concepts which are not taught elsewhere;
- Practical tips on how to make your life better with Yoga;
- Implementation of Yoga philosophy;
- A beautiful peaceful French estate, surrounded by nature.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Pinky More was born in India. Here she has completed her Yoga education at The Yoga Institute in Mumbai, the Oldest Organized Yoga Center in the World. After a few years of working and traveling over the world she has settled down in the Netherlands to introduce Indian Classic Yoga, the traditional style of Yoga. In Kerala, India, Pinky has studied Ayurveda and started giving ayurvedic massages.
Since 2012 Pinky organizes Yoga retreats at Centre Lothlorien in France. In 2019 she started the affiliation between Centre Lothlorien and ‘The Yoga Institute’. Currently, besides leading her own Teacher Training Courses in France she teaches in several other European countries and participates to Yoga programs in Ghana, Dubai and India.
Details of this retreat
Nowadays yoga is a well-known concept. the attention is mainly focused on the body postures and the practice often does not go beyond the classroom. In this course we teach Indian Classical Yoga, Yoga as it is taught in India. Here Yoga is “A Way of Life”.
This course focuses on a number of fundamental principles of Yoga and you will receive practical tips on how you can use Yoga to stay closer to yourself in the hectic daily life. You will learn about topics that are not taught elsewhere including Bhavas, Four Pillars of Yoga and Patanjali Yoga Sutra.
The activities are spread over 5 mornings and includes workshops and group sessions, but also practical exercises such as Asanas, Pranayama and Meditation.
The week is organized at Centre Lothlorien, a beautiful natural setting where relaxation comes naturally. In addition to the yoga classes, attention goes to a healthy daily routine and matching nutrition. Here Yoga is ‘A Way of Life’. Read More
This course focuses on a number of fundamental principles of Yoga and you will receive practical tips on how you can use Yoga to stay closer to yourself in the hectic daily life. You will learn about topics that are not taught elsewhere including Bhavas, Four Pillars of Yoga and Patanjali Yoga Sutra.
The activities are spread over 5 mornings and includes workshops and group sessions, but also practical exercises such as Asanas, Pranayama and Meditation.
The week is organized at Centre Lothlorien, a beautiful natural setting where relaxation comes naturally. In addition to the yoga classes, attention goes to a healthy daily routine and matching nutrition. Here Yoga is ‘A Way of Life’. Read More
Schedule
07:30 - 08:30 Early Morning Asana's
08:30 - 09:30 Breakfast
09:30 - 12:30 Retreat program, including Yoga workshops, group sessions and teachings
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 18:30 Time to be spent at will
18:30 - 19:30 Dinner
08:30 - 09:30 Breakfast
09:30 - 12:30 Retreat program, including Yoga workshops, group sessions and teachings
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 18:30 Time to be spent at will
18:30 - 19:30 Dinner
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Read MoreGetting Here
Heart of India - Indian Classic Yoga, Centre Lothlorien, A place where beautiful encounters belong to daily life, Frankrijk, France
Directions
By Flight:
Book a flight to Paris, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Orly Airport (ORY).
By train:
From Paris, you can take a train to the city of Chaumont (52). Please check the SNCF website for timings. From Chaumont, a free pick-up can be arranged.
By Flixbus:
You can make arrangements to arrive at Langres-Nord FlixBus stop. From here a free pick-up can be arranged.
By Car:
Reachable within a day from many countries, such as the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and Spain.
The location is near the junction of the motorways A31 (Route du Soleil) and A5 at Langres. You can exit the motorway at Langres-Nord. Read More
Book a flight to Paris, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Orly Airport (ORY).
By train:
From Paris, you can take a train to the city of Chaumont (52). Please check the SNCF website for timings. From Chaumont, a free pick-up can be arranged.
By Flixbus:
You can make arrangements to arrive at Langres-Nord FlixBus stop. From here a free pick-up can be arranged.
By Car:
Reachable within a day from many countries, such as the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and Spain.
The location is near the junction of the motorways A31 (Route du Soleil) and A5 at Langres. You can exit the motorway at Langres-Nord. Read More
Accommodation
Spacious guestrooms in the chateau Single, double, twin or triple. Each with their own characteristic French furniture and marble fireplace. Use of a shared bathroom. Ample place at the green campsite for your own campervan or caravan. Centre Lothlorien has a green campsite with spacious pitches. Connection to electricity is possible on the caravan and camper pitches on the courtyard. The camping sanitary facilities include toilets, hot showers, spacious kitchen, refrigerator and washing room.
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Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Terrain with 14 hectares of free space in the middle of nature
French chateau with guestrooms
Green campsite
Gras-covered dam in front of the lake as a spacious exercise platform
Colombier with small meditation chapel
Dining room and salon in the chateau
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French chateau with guestrooms
Green campsite
Gras-covered dam in front of the lake as a spacious exercise platform
Colombier with small meditation chapel
Dining room and salon in the chateau
Activityroom at the Campsite Read More
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
You can enjoy vegetarian meals 3 times a day, including a healthy, tasty, 3-course menu every evening on the terrace or in our lounge. We use organic products, often from our own vegetable garden.
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What's Included
- Accomodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Coffee and tea
- Early morning Asana's
- Retreat program from 09:30 to 13:00
What's Not Included
- Airfare
- Tourist Tax
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