The goal of the course is to stimulate the imagination, unlock creativity and to get people writing something every single day of the course, no matter how large or how small. A popular Swedish children's writer recently explained how, without publishing deadlines, she would be totally lost and would just endlessly write and re-write the same page – even paragraph – even sentence! – again and again. She blessed her deadlines. This course will apply its own mild deadlines too.

Each day will begin with a session of yoga, followed by a creative “warm up”. So both body and mind will be awakened and relaxed, opening the space for the day's creative activities.

Course work will include daily creative assignments, supported by processes, “games”, practical tuition and suggestions. There will also be a regular schedule of short “inspiration sessions”. Each of the participants will be required to lead at least two of these: the goal to inspire the other participants with (a maximum of) five minutes of their writing. These sessions will of course be additional to other sessions in which participants will read their writing to the rest of the group.

The course will also include some “Literature sessions”, in which we will read and discuss some short English texts from English and American literature, texts we believe to be “well written” for whatever reason. Participants are asked to earmark some passages, preferably both old and new, and bring them to the course.

The course will not involve iron-fisted criticism and analysis of the participants' writing. The goal is to encourage and support creativity and the ability to write. The course will also include a “support” session, a chance to share and discuss any problems or obstacles in an attempt to discover solutions and helpful tips.

By “writing” we mean fiction, fact, poetry or drama – the choice is yours.

Come armed with at least one sturdy little notebook (for example, a hard-backed Moleskine or similar) for note taking in sessions and leisure time. Also bring plenty of paper – or a laptop – for your writing assignments. Pens and pencils too of course!

£490
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This yoga holiday comprises of one yoga sessions in the morning and one active meditation session in the evening. Level of yoga accomodates all levels and style is an ecclectic Hatha Yoga influenced by Sivananda, Vinyasa and Iyengar traditions. A variety of active meditations will be introduced every session influenced by Osho meditations.

£460

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Invigorating and challenging, this retreat offers a complete journey for the body and mind. Designed for beginners through to advanced practitioners, classes will consist of Vinyasa (flowing asana sequences), hands-on adjustments, Sanskrit chanting, philosophical teachings, uplifting & soothing music, meditation and deep relaxation. Classes will introduce beginners to the basics of vinyasa flow yoga by gently awakening and warming the body which will lead to flowing sequences investigating the connection between breath, movement and the mind. We will also explore more advanced inversions & arm balances and playfully combine these complex poses as we flow in fun, powerful & sweat-drenching classes cultivating stamina, focus, and strength. Modifications for beginners and options for advanced practitioners will be provided throughout.

Daily Program:
9am-12pm: Asana class; focusing on rigorous Vinyasa and detailed break-down of Asanas, meditation, interspersed with Yoga philosophy and chanting.
12pm-6pm: Free time to explore the many activites offered on site & out of sight.
6pm-8pm: Visual Flow Yoga

£425

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