BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Amisha Tala Oak // All That We Are - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://amisha.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Amisha Tala Oak // All That We Are REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20140330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20141026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20150329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20151025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20160327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20161030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20170326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20171029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20180325T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20181028T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20190331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20191027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Singapore BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:+08 DTSTART:20200101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20160101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Lisbon BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:WEST DTSTART:20150329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:WET DTSTART:20151025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:WEST DTSTART:20160327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:WET DTSTART:20161030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:WEST DTSTART:20170326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:WET DTSTART:20171029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240705T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240706T213000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20240509T090156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T102102Z UID:6497-1720207800-1720301400@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Devon All That We Are Weekend - Live Podcast & Day Retreat DESCRIPTION:+ RSVP \nJoin All That We Are for a weekend of events to bring together community in Devon. This is really exciting as Amisha and All That We Are has been based in Devon for many years and this is the first in person offering! \nWe are hosting two events: \nFriday 5th Evening – a live podcast episode with Helena Norberg-Hodge\, Anthea Lawson and Jae Spencer-Keyse \nSaturday 6th – Day Retreat of movement\, stillness and ritual with Amisha \n(The Pilgrimage on Dartmoor has been postponed to August 3rd daytime- more details to come) \n  \nVenue: These events will take place at Devon Co-Working which is a riverside space\, with parking. \nIt’s near Buckfastleigh and not too far from Ashburton or Totnes. When you book your ticket\, will be sent a ride share place to connect. \nRiverview\nDart Mills\nOld Totnes Road\nTQ11 0NF \n  \n+ Go here for tickets and more info \n  \nabout ‘all that we are’ \nall that we are explores the weave between activism\, the sacred\, creativity and regeneration. The spaces where our inner and outer worlds dance. From healing trauma to nature connection to new technologies to ancient wisdom – it’s time for us to move beyond silos and into an integrated way of being. Every one of us has ideas and personal experiences to share that can lead us to a more beautiful future. Despite the challenges we face as a global community or the pressures we meet in our daily lives\, when we stop and dare to listen\, to ask ourselves the big questions and to share what we are already doing and envisioning\, we create the futures of our wildest dreams. And we begin to embody all that we are\, all that we are becoming and all that is possible. This podcast takes us out of the mainstream narrative\, into deep\, long\, authentic\, unedited conversations. We work towards decolonising the process of which voices are heard and the tone in which the media operates. We offer spaces of deep listening\, where we come into our hearts so we are more receptive to understanding different perspectives and integrating what we hear into our own bodies and lives. \nAlongside the podcast\, we have our collaborative book\, learning journeys and our membership offering.all that we are celebrates all that we are already and the untapped potential that lives inside us. It invites the full power of the more than human world\, nature\, the unseen\, our ancestors and our future generations. It reminds us that we never exist in silo through borders\, timelines or polarity. That in each and every moment – all that we are is here. \nInspiring and Refreshing! Anyone interested in original\, creative\, groundbreaking ideas should be listening to every episode of this podcast. not only is it a joy to listen to because Amisha’s hosting\, flow\, and perspectives are refreshing\, relatable\, and enlightening\, but also the guests are all interesting and doing exciting things. Overall after every episode I feel inspired with new ideas and also importantly\, creative ways to implement them in my own life.” Greg\, USA \nwww.allthatweare.org \n\n  \nAbout Amisha Ghadiali \nAmisha Ghadiali is a facilitator and host of the globally acclaimed podcast All That We Are . She is interested in where our inner and outer worlds dance. The podcast weaves together activism\, the sacred\, creativity and regeneration – to inspire us each to rise up\, move beyond silos and Co-Create a Beautiful Future. The show offers deep\, insightful\, unedited conversations with inspiring guests\, calling forth a challenging and open ended narrative for our expanding worlds. \nAmisha is an experienced facilitator and has a gift of bringing people into connection with themselves\, each other and the earth. She has hosted many retreats. workshops and rituals around the world. She creates brave\, tender and inclusive spaces for our hearts unfolding\, healing and embrace of our wildness. \nAmisha is the author of INTUITION and collaborative book The Future Is Beautiful. \nwww.amisha.co.uk \n\n  \n+ RSVP URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/devon-all-that-we-are-weekend/ CATEGORIES:All That We Are,Community,Retreats,Ritual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2a3505_62dd8e375ce14a179dc0041d8006d0e5mv2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240614T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240616T160000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20240318T094954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T153913Z UID:6462-1718380800-1718553600@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Summer Retreat (Forest of Dean\, UK) - Theme REMEMBERING DESCRIPTION:+ RSVP for this retreat \nThe theme of this retreat is to REMEMBER. \nAt a time of rapid change and peak duality – it feels deeply important to gather together in community where we can transform. The theme of remembering is to remember who we are – our soul’s essence\, to remember how much is possible (both within our own lives and the collective)\, to remember the power of our prayer\, our grief and our joy. \nWe will be hosted in a beautiful retreat centre in the Forest of Dean – the lands which inspired the writing of Lord of the Rings. The ASHA centre is a special place founded on values of Inspiration\, Connection and Purpose. It was founded by Zerbanoo Gifford\, who you will know from podcasts episodes 6 and 100. We will be next to an ancient spring and forest and held by the rose gardens. \nThis is an invitation for you to come and weave with other listeners of “all that we are” podcast and their friends and spend an unforgettable weekend with like hearted souls. You are welcome if you are new to the podcast and interested in what we are sharing and the weave between activism\, the sacred\, regeneration and creativity. \nOver our time together we will experience: \n* daily attunements with meditation\, breathwork\, embodiment and mantra (with amisha) \n* an opening and closing circle \n* a collective prayer and grief temple \n* a community celebration of gift sharing (with music\, poetry and sharings) \n* space for personal contemplation including the labrinyth\, meditation hut\, and ponds \n* time in nature – rose gardens and ancient forest \n* rebirth ritual with a sacred spring \n* collective action for a more beautiful future \n* healthy nourishing meals (with many ingredients from the land) \nThis is the kind of retreat where you can come on your own\, and you will leave with new friends and collaborators – or come with your partner or friends. Community and inclusivity is at the heart of All That We Are. \n+ More information and reservations \n  \n“I left the retreat with a feeling of ease\, a softened way of moving and a stillness I have not felt for some time. Since leaving I have noticed the deep and powerful work through mantra\, meditation\, movement and discussions\, led sensitively and skilfully by Amisha\, permeating my thoughts\, way of being\, and moving in the world. The time with Amisha and all others on the retreat was deeply magical and transformational. My heart feels lighter and my vision for the future clearer.” Briony\, Beautiful Leadership Retreat 2023 \n“I strongly encourage you to lean in with Amisha\, she has developed a gift for bringing out of her guests and out of herself the truths that are most authentic within an individual and when you feel the vibration of authenticity it up levels your capacity to presence\, and in that presence you get to really embody power\, and in your power you start to follow this extraordinary into the natural law of attraction\, abundance\, polarity\, gifting\, and ultimately pleasure on levels you can’t imagine. Follow Amisha onto this journey and I guarantee this will nourish your soul and spirit on levels beyond words\, and will prepare you for a richer journey into your life.” Dr Zach Bush \n  \n \n  \n+ More information and reservations \n  \nThe details:  \nFor this retreat\, the accommodation is in shared ensuite rooms (each with your own single bed). Single occupancy is available on request (for an extra £250). You may request to share rooms with friends or based on gender and we will do our best to accomodate. More information will be shared about this after booking. The price for the weekend including all food and the full programme is £495. (£380 early bird until April 10th (or when the 10 spots sell out) and for All That We Are members who have been a member at least six months).  (Members code has been sent directly to all members) \nThere are 5 partial scholarships available at £380 for people of colour to bring more diversity to these spaces. You can access these first come\, first serve. \nFor full transparency in the pricing\, the costs are £250 for food\, accommodation and venue\, and £245 (£130 discounted) for the workshops\, organisation and facilitation. We want to make our retreats as accessible as possible and this is why we have space for an additional donation if you can give one. \nWe will assist with connecting you for ride shares either from different parts of the UK or from Gloucester Train Station or the nearest bus station (Gun Mill – accessed by the 781 from Gloucester station). \n \n \n \n \n \n  \nabout ‘all that we are’ \nall that we are explores the weave between activism\, the sacred\, creativity and regeneration. The spaces where our inner and outer worlds dance. From healing trauma to nature connection to new technologies to ancient wisdom – it’s time for us to move beyond silos and into an integrated way of being. Every one of us has ideas and personal experiences to share that can lead us to a more beautiful future. Despite the challenges we face as a global community or the pressures we meet in our daily lives\, when we stop and dare to listen\, to ask ourselves the big questions and to share what we are already doing and envisioning\, we create the futures of our wildest dreams. And we begin to embody all that we are\, all that we are becoming and all that is possible.This podcast takes us out of the mainstream narrative\, into deep\, long\, authentic\, unedited conversations. We work towards decolonising the process of which voices are heard and the tone in which the media operates. We offer spaces of deep listening\, where we come into our hearts so we are more receptive to understanding different perspectives and integrating what we hear into our own bodies and lives. \nWe hope to bring real diversity to the show\, both in terms of people from different cultures and backgrounds as well as people that you have heard of and unsung heroes you have not. All created without sponsorship or mainstream backing – so totally independent and listener supported. We have an all female multi-cultural team working on the production of the show. Our community is growing\, we have listeners in 160 different countries. We have hit the iTunes charts at Number 1 in the US for Philosophy and Number 3 in the UK\, as well as in the top 50 for Society & Culture. The podcast was launched in 2017\, from a project we started in 2010. You may know this work under the names Think Act Vote\, The Future We Choose or The Future Is Beautiful.Alongside the podcast\, we have our collaborative book\, learning journeys and our membership offering.all that we are celebrates all that we are already and the untapped potential that lives inside us. It invites the full power of the more than human world\, nature\, the unseen\, our ancestors and our future generations. It reminds us that we never exist in silo through borders\, timelines or polarity. That in each and every moment – all that we are is here. \nInspiring and Refreshing! Anyone interested in original\, creative\, groundbreaking ideas should be listening to every episode of this podcast. not only is it a joy to listen to because Amisha’s hosting\, flow\, and perspectives are refreshing\, relatable\, and enlightening\, but also the guests are all interesting and doing exciting things. Overall after every episode I feel inspired with new ideas and also importantly\, creative ways to implement them in my own life.” Greg\, USA \nwww.allthatweare.org \n \n  \nAbout Amisha Ghadiali \nAmisha Ghadiali is a facilitator and host of the globally acclaimed podcast all that we are (fka The Future Is Beautiful). She is interested in where our inner and outer worlds dance. The podcast weaves together activism\, the sacred\, creativity and regeneration – to inspire us each to rise up\, move beyond silos and Co-Create a Beautiful Future. The show offers deep\, insightful\, unedited conversations with inspiring guests\, calling forth a challenging and open ended narrative for our expanding worlds. \nAmisha is an experienced facilitator and has a gift of bringing people into connection with themselves\, each other and the earth. She has hosted many retreats. workshops and rituals around the world\, and designed programmes including The Heart of Transformation\, Wild Grace\, and a five month residential fellowship in community facilitation leadership. She creates brave\, tender and inclusive spaces for our hearts unfolding\, healing and embrace of our wildness. \nAmisha hosts the ‘all that we are’ community membership\, for Creative\, Connected and Courageous Living. It’s a space of care and practice – offering guidance and wisdom for embodied sacred activism\, diving deeper into the themes explored in the podcast. It’s focus is on what it means to be a human at this time\, a “university” fit for the 2020s which covers many of the core skills we need that are not taught in our education and cultural systems. \nShe also works one to one with her Leadership Mentoring programme which supports the transforming of unconscious patterning\, opening up new qualities within and anchoring daily practice and rituals which support a lifestyle that recognises the sacred\, the importance of intuition and creates deeper connection and embodiment of what this time calls forth in us. This is accompanied by The Beautiful Leadership Immersion which covers themes including decolonisation\, vision and edgewalking. Her own training has included yoga teacher training\, meditation teacher training\, energy medicine\, priestess initiation and deep time learning with mystics\, teachers\, swamis and nature. This deep commitment to understanding truth combined with over 15 years of experience working in Politics\, Design\, Tech and Sustainable Fashion gives Amisha a strong base of Community Weaving\, Sacred Activism and Innovation. She had key roles in visionary projects and social enterprises including: Ethical Fashion Forum\, Impact Hub\, Provenance\, Fashion Revolution and Compass. She created the collaborative book\, The Future Is Beautiful – A Collection from Think Act Vote. Upon leaving university\, she set up her own ethical jewellery label\, with the tagline “elegance rebellion” which received several awards and accolades. Amisha brings this creative vision with social justice and the healing arts to everything she does. \nAmisha’s words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre and she has spoken at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Bali Spirit Festival\, Sunday Papers Live and UnBox. \nAmisha wrote a book called “INTUITION” during the global lockdown of 2020 which was recently published by DK Books. \n+ Reserve Your Place URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/summer-retreat-forest-of-dean-uk/ LOCATION:ASHA Centre\, GL17 0EA CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/remember-title-image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230330T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230402T140000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20221128T164648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T085206Z UID:6179-1680192000-1680444000@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Beautiful Leadership Retreat DESCRIPTION:The Beautiful Leadership retreat invites you to be a leader of your own life\, and have the courage to live with intentionality and vision and soul. \nAs we live through these complex times\, we are invited to connect more deeply to who we are and our relationship to nature. The Beautiful Leadership retreat invites you to be a leader of your own life\, and have the courage to live with intentionality and vision and soul. \nBeauty is what stirs us as humans\, what brings meaning to our lives\, and what invites us to leave a legacy for future generations. \nWe are all leaders\, as each one of us and the choices we make – impacts the future. \nIn these times of uncertainty\, we need to lead with creativity\, intuition and rest – so we may bring something new into this world\, that moves us away from burnout and extraction culture. \n  \n+ For full details and booking – visit here \nBelow is the schedule and this is a film that we made together about Beautiful Leadership and this retreat. \n  \n \n  \n \n  URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/beautiful-leadership-retreat/ LOCATION:42 Acres\, Somerset\, BA11 5HL CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/unnamed-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220627 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20220426T114723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T115036Z UID:6072-1655683200-1656287999@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Summer Weave Retreat DESCRIPTION:Come and be in community as we co-create this beautiful gathering\, with others who have also been moved and inspired by what has been shared on the podcast over the years. This will be a non pretentious space for us to share our gifts with each other\, share meals and be in held in the powerful embrace of nature. The programme will come from those who are attending\, and what you want to offer\, and we will offer also free and open time to simply enjoy conversations and walk across this beautiful land in Somerset. We will dance and weave together threads of presence and the future…. \nWe know this has been a longing in so many of your hearts\, and so we are so pleased that is is happening over the magic time of the Summer Solstice and on the sacred lands of Avalon. \nPlease fill in this form to express your interest (by the 28th April) \n+ Find out more URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/summer-weave-retreat/ CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/manish-jain-quote-weave.heic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20211125T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20211202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20200218T230041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T150448Z UID:5408-1637841600-1638446400@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Wild Grace: A Heroine's Journey - Bali DESCRIPTION:WILD GRACE \nA Heroine’s Journey  \nDo you as a woman ever feel that you have been put in a box? Maybe you are the nice one\, or the sexy one\, or the intelligent one? As you have grown more into a narrow image of who you are – do you feel that parts of you have been shut down or left unexpressed\, unattainable. Wild Grace is a women’s retreat to reclaim these lost parts of yourself so that you can live in a fuller sense of wholeness\, power and responsibility. \nThe Dalai Lama famously said “The world will be saved by the western woman” – whether or not we can save the whole world – we are certainly in a unique position in history where we have freedom and resources to cultivate our feminine aspects\, use our voice and inspire others. We can’t stay in our boxes\, and we must help each other rise. \nThis means we need to fully honour the masculine in ourselves and in society\, and at the same time tap into our feminine nature – and deep capacity we have to love\, to listen\, to birth\, to create\, to play\, to channel wisdom\, to bring sensitivity\, to live through our intuition\, to transform and be connected to nature. \nTo do this\, we must also understand our shadow and the patterns we may have fallen into\, from victimhood to insecurity to manipulation to passive aggression. \nThis is our heroine’s journey. We will explore and embody many different aspects of the feminine experience allowing them to fully come alive in us. \nFor this retreat\, it will be an intimate small group. Powerful things happen when us women come together\, leaving behind for just a week the stresses and routines of our daily lives. A lot can shift in just seven days and you can bring that back to your relationships\, and your business or workplace. \n \nAbout the week:  \nEach day will be themed on a different aspect of the feminine – and the element and deity associated with it. We will start each day with meditation\, the mythological story of the deity\, mudra\, mantra and a deep yoga asana class which will take us deep into the myth. \nAfter lunch we will have time to “workshop” the qualities of the theme of the day\, including the ‘shadow’ elements. And then after dinner we will take part in a ritual where we are able to fully celebrate and embody this feminine energy. \nMeet within the Goddesses Lakshmi\, Sawaswati\, Durga\, Kali and Green Tara as we will awaken their potent qualities inside of ourselves through this experience. With mythology\, mantra\, mudra\, yoga\, dance\, energy healing\, creative workshops and ritual we will discover our connection to each of these goddesses and the Shakti that they represent in us and in the world. \nWe will move through any blocks holding us back from our power and awaken our divine feminine in the form of beauty\, wisdom\, courage\, fierceness and compassion. This retreat will give you a grounded understanding and forever expand your connection to these Goddesses\, as well as your relationship with your own feminine power and it’s balance with your inner masculine. \nIn the tantra worldview\, the masculine (shiva) is consciousness and the feminine (shakti) is energy. Each of us whether male or female has both so this understanding isn’t about the difference between men and women. Likewise\, this system is different to the system of Yin and Yang which comes from Taoism\, where the Yin (feminine) is the listening\, soft aspect and the Yang (masculine) is the active\, logical aspect. \nWe will start and end the week with this understanding of this divine union of Shiva and Shakti – so the Shiva energy will be present and holding us through our process throughout the week. \n \nWe use the Hindu goddesses as a map\, but you don’t have to believe in Hinduism or in yourself as a goddess to take part. It’s a language that helps us to uncover different aspects. These are deities that are often referred to in modern yoga. To understand more about this you can listen to Amisha interviewing Sally Kempton on The Future Is Beautiful podcast\, here. \n“What really is a ‘deity’? The word deva in Sanskrit (or the feminine form\, devī) comes from a Sanskrit root √div\, meaning both ‘shine’ and ‘play’. So deities are the shining playful ones. They are icons of our own essence-nature in its many aspects. The deities are real as patterned forms of consciousness that exist both within you (as an aspect of your essence-nature) and as patterns of energy-flow in the wider universe (of which you are\, of course\, a microcosm). Therefore deities are not reducible to either ‘gods’ (divine persons) or to ‘archetypes’ (aspects of our psyche)\, though in a sense they partake of the qualities of both.” Hareesh Wallis \n\nThis is about understanding the heroine’s journey and what it means to be a woman at this time – from menstrual cycles to activism to fire to water\, to finding our softness\, to finding our voice. We will explore and embody many different aspects of the feminine experience. These practices will open up connections to our female ancestors and future generations. \nAlthough the feminine is part of all of us\, man or woman\, this is only for those who identify as women to come together in sisterhood and experience the collaborative supportive side of women being together. \nIf you need some woman to woman time and want to explore different aspects of yourself in a fun and loving way – come! \nDon’t be put off by what have become buzz words of the modern priestess and new age world – ritual\, sisterhood\, moon\, etc – but please know that this will be a grounded\, rich and deep week – full of laughter and probably some tears\, rest and realisations. It’s a week of personal development\, transformation and action. \n \n\n  \nWhere Wild Grace came from: \n“Four years ago\, I was standing out in the cold night in the British countryside under the November full moon. I was howling as I was embarking on a great transition. Putting my belongings in storage\, leaving a very comfortable nest and taking a chance on a less stable but fuller lifestyle that I felt in my heart was where I needed to go – India. As I howled at the moon\, the words Wild Grace came to me and I immediately pictured this gathering. I saw the women gathered and the different elements from the rituals to the mantras to the sisterhood. I saw the women discovering an aspect of freedom in themselves and qualities and gifts that they hadn’t yet unwrapped in themselves. It was so beautiful and it felt so strong. And yet every time I started to plan it\, something didn’t feel right. I had to go on a deeper adventure to be able to hold this space. As my intention was that we would fully embody these five aspects of our feminine energy throughout the week. Two years ago I taught a three hour version in Bali at Yoga Barn which was my favourite workshop I have ever done. Then I taught a short version in Goa at a beautiful women’s healing festival. The long version is an all woman week designed to take us out of any boxes we have been put in\, put each other in or put ourselves in and discover different and perhaps unknown aspects of our feminine energy through mythology\, yoga\, mantra\, dance\, ritual and creativity. I can’t wait to share this very special adventure with you.” Amisha Ghadiali \n“Thank you for holding this beautiful space for us. Your presence is a true inspiration! One of the most intense workshops I have attended. I feel even stronger in my power as a woman. And I was able to let go of some old programming that holds me back from connecting with my divine feminine. I feel this is only the start of a deeper journey.”  Alisa\, participant of Wild Grace three hour workshop at The Yoga Barn\, Bali.  \n  \n \n  \nThe Details: \n25th November to 2nd December as we wane towards the new moon. \n No experience necessary\, all are welcome.  \n \n  \nOur Home: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis retreat will take place in a special place that is very dear to Amisha’s heart. We will stay in these special gardens tucked away in the rice paddies\, where our shala is down by the river and each day we will be amongst the butterflies and the flowers. The energy of this place will support us in connecting us to our creativity and our life force. \nThis space is a sanctuary of beauty\, located on a completely magic piece of land. Surrounded by lush jungle\, open rice-fields and winding walks with views of the mountains you are welcomed into a genuine sense of Bali. The houses stand out as a design fusion of Scandinavian simplicity and Balinese antique intricacy. The experience is an immersion into the wild mystery of the Island of the Gods. \nYou will have your own bedroom in one of the six beautifully designed\, yet perfectly wild houses. We will be looked after by the kindest team\, and we will eat delicious\, local and nutritious food. \nAmisha has been spending time in Bali over the past four years\, and in these gardens in particular. She is delighted to be sharing this special home and the Balinese culture with you. The energy of the island\, and the Hindu culture make this a wonderful place to awaken the goddesses. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \nWhat’s Included: \nThis retreat is £1850 including luxury jungle villa accommodation\, all tuition\, workshop materials\, plant based delicious meals & snacks\, visit from a high priestess\, and a trip to the water temple and a social project (and some surprises!). The Deposit is £400 and payment plans are available to pay in instalments at no extra cost. For those that book before August 24th\, there is an early bird offer which brings the total to £1650. \nThis price doesn’t include flights to Bali and airport transfers. \nAll the bedrooms are beautiful and each unique. If you are coming with a friend you may be able to share a two or three bedroom house with them. There are also one bedroom spaces\, as well as individual rooms in the bigger villas. After you have booked\, we will let you choose from the available rooms! We have six stunning houses to chose from. \nThis is a course rather than a retreat/yoga holiday. We will have a long deep practice each morning (including meditation\, asana\, myth\, mudra and mantra)\, an afternoon workshop or trip and an evening Ritual. \nThe Replenish Effect: \nIt is important that our retreats bring benefit and expansion to all who are involved. We don’t just want you to fly in\, taxi straight to the retreat centre and then leave the country. We make our retreats meaningful in the local community by building partnerships\, supporting independently run businesses and doing all the little things that make a big difference\, like helping you offset the carbon for your travel. \n \n  \nAbout Amisha: \n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice of YOGA. She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She is warm\, wise and lovely.” Aemilia\, Film Producer \n“Amisha is a gifted yoga teacher that shows her knowledge of both the spiritual and the physical side of yoga\, and teaches both brilliantly. This retreat was life changing and I still hear her voice singing mantras in my head!”  Paul\, Entrepreneur \n“Amisha is a breath of fresh air!! She is kind\, gentle\, loving and full of light energy. Taking her mantra workshop at Bali Spirit Fest genuinely changed my practice and I thank her everyday for how she has helped me grow!” Ally\, Entrepreneur \n \nAmisha Ghadiali\, is an award-winning social entrepreneur whose career has included demanding roles in the political\, sustainability and tech start-up worlds. She combines this experience of managing a high pressure lifestyle with her deep knowledge of sustainable living\, mindfulness and yoga. \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, her own “burn out” whilst “trying to save the world” led her into training as a yoga and meditation teacher\, which in turn opened a giant rabbit hole deeper into the mystical realms. In addition to over 1000 hours of teacher training in Yoga & Meditation\, she has trained as a priestess\, reiki master and intuitive energy healer. She brings all this depth and her fascination with the relationship of our inner and outer worlds\, to her work. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful city life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made things much more rewarding and balanced. She set up the leadership programme – Presence Mentoring to assist you in creating space to show up for yourself each day and to facilitate the formation of lifelong habits that will support and nurture your inner and outer connections. \nHer teachers include Sianna Sherman and Sally Kempton\, as well as annual trips to her motherland of India\, learning from Swamis and Sadhus. Amisha is of Indian origin\, with a Hindu mother and a Jain father. She has grown up influenced by both these traditions and their practices and rituals. \n\nAmisha is a writer and speaker on all aspects of conscious and green living. Her words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre. She edited the collaborative book\, The Future Is Beautiful – A Collection from Think Act Vote\,  coining the term Creative Activism and bringing together ideas and artwork from over two hundred contributors to inspire a brighter future. Amisha has spoken or facilitated workshops at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & Burning Man. \n\nAmisha hosts The Future Is Beautiful Podcast which explores the weave between politics\, spirituality\, sustainability and creativity\, so we can come out of our silos – and bring more of who we are to our lives. These inspiring conversations also look into the darkness and difficulties of modern life and challenging the status quo\, providing comfort and a grounded optimism. Previous guests have included Charles Eisenstein\, Samantha Roddick\, Satish Kumar\, Sally Kempton and Bruce Parry. \n  \nMore About Wild Grace: \nWatch Amisha sharing about Wild Grace (please note this will take place in Bali not in Devon!) \nhttps://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/amisha-wild-grace.mp4\n  \nHow to Book: \nIn order to secure your place\, email interest to takeamoment(at)amisha.co.uk either pay your deposit or make the full payment. This is an intimate retreat and there has been a lot of interest\, especially as Amisha hasn’t offered a live retreat in over two years\, so please do make your booking if you want to guarantee your place. \n***This has been postponed due to the pandemic\, new dates are 25th November to December 2nd 2021. Please book if interested and then we can assess together in the Autumn if it’s viable depending on the state of play with international travel*** URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/wild-grace-a-heroines-journey/ CATEGORIES:Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/amisha-5-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190908T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190913T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20190512T104449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190806T154742Z UID:5211-1567944000-1568376000@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Wild Grace at Embercombe - Devon UK DESCRIPTION:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/amisha-wild-grace.mp4\nBook via Embercome here \n  \nIn this week of meditation\, yoga\, myth\, ritual and study\, we work closely the female deities of the Hindu tradition to awaken our feminine powers and come into balance with the divine masculine within. \nEmbercombe is a beautiful and wilding 50 acre valley on the edge of Dartmoor. It is place to find a deep connection with nature – wild nature around us and wild nature within us. It is a place to breathe\, to reconsider\, to regenerate and to relearn. It is a place to get clear on what it is you have to offer the world and become passionate about who you are and what you do. It is a place to join the conversation\, pick up the skills and get started. \nWe live in troubled times. The news is not good\, rapid decline in biodiversity\, accelerating climate change\, an uncertain future for our children and wild nature around us. We could despair. Or we could step up to the challenge with hope – with the courage to dig deep and find the gifts that we have to offer right now\, regardless of what the future holds. \nBook via Embercome here \n\n\n\nTimes: 1 pm Sun. 8th September – 1 pm Fri. 13th September \nFee: £595 (Bursary’s available)  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWild Grace is an experience to reclaim these lost parts of yourself so that you can live in a fuller sense of wholeness\, power and responsibility. \nIn the tantra worldview\, the masculine (shiva) is consciousness and the feminine (shakti) is energy. Each of us\, whether male or female\, have both inside us and we are working towards a more balanced sense of being. \nThis means we need to fully honour the masculine in ourselves and in society\, and at the same time tap into our feminine nature – and deep capacity we have to love\, to listen\, to birth\, to create\, to play\, to channel wisdom\, to bring sensitivity\, to live through our intuition\, to transform and be connected to nature. \nTo do this\, we must also understand our shadow and the patterns we may have fallen into\, from victimhood to insecurity to manipulation to passive aggression. \n  \n\nWhat To Expect\nEach day will be themed on a different deity taken from the Hindu mythology – the word deity translates as shining playful ones.  We will start the day with meditation\, the mythological story of the deity\, mudra\, mantra and a deep yoga asana class which will take us deep into the myth. \nAfter lunch we will have time to “workshop” the qualities of the theme of the day\, and then after dinner we will take part in a ritual where we are able to fully celebrate and embody this. \nWe will move through any blocks holding us back from our power and awaken our divine feminine in the form of beauty\, wisdom\, courage\, fierceness and compassion. This retreat will give you a grounded understanding and expand your connection to these Goddesses\, as well as your relationship with your own feminine power and it’s balance with your inner masculine. \nWe use the Hindu deities as a map\, but you don’t have to believe in Hinduism or in yourself as a goddess to take part. It’s a language that helps us to uncover different aspects of ourselves. These are deities that are often referred to in modern yoga. \nOver the week we will be exploring multiple themes of this time including: our true nature and relationship with our shadow\, sacred activism\, our relationship with our body and our self. \nIs It For You?\nThis course is for you if you wish to expand your awareness of your inner dynamics in a grounded way\, using the mythology and practices of a well-established tradition. No previous experience is required. \nBook via Embercome here URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/wild-grace-at-embercombe-devon-uk/ LOCATION:Embercombe\, Higher Ashton\, Devon\, EX6 7QQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wild-grace-a-heroines-journey-1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190516T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190522T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20180912T233307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190306T123811Z UID:4996-1558022400-1558526400@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Wild Grace - Retreat for Women DESCRIPTION:WILD GRACE \nA Heroine’s Journey  \nDo you as a woman ever feel that you have been put in a box? Maybe you are the nice one\, or the sexy one\, or the intelligent one? As you have grown more into a narrow image of who you are – do you feel that parts of you have been shut down or left unexpressed\, unattainable. Wild Grace is a women’s retreat to reclaim these lost parts of yourself so that you can live in a fuller sense of wholeness\, power and responsibility. \nThe Dalai Lama famously said “The world will be saved by the western woman” – whether or not we can save the whole world – we are certainly in a unique position in history where we have freedom and resources to cultivate our feminine aspects\, use our voice and inspire others. We can’t stay in our boxes\, and we must help each other rise. \nThis means we need to fully honour the masculine in ourselves and in society\, and at the same time tap into our feminine nature – and deep capacity we have to love\, to listen\, to birth\, to create\, to play\, to channel wisdom\, to bring sensitivity\, to live through our intuition\, to transform and be connected to nature. \nTo do this\, we must also understand our shadow and the patterns we may have fallen into\, from victimhood to insecurity to manipulation to passive aggression. \nThis is our heroine’s journey. We will explore and embody many different aspects of the feminine experience allowing them to fully come alive in us. \nFor this retreat\, it will be an intimate small group. Powerful things happen when us women come together\, leaving behind for just a week the stresses and routines of our daily lives. A lot can shift in just seven days and you can bring that back to your relationships\, and your business or workplace. \n \nAbout the week:  \nEach day will be themed on a different aspect of the feminine – and the element and deity associated with it. We will start each day with meditation\, the mythological story of the deity\, mudra\, mantra and a deep yoga asana class which will take us deep into the myth. \nAfter lunch we will have time to “workshop” the qualities of the theme of the day\, including the ‘shadow’ elements. And then after dinner we will take part in a ritual where we are able to fully celebrate and embody this feminine energy. \nMeet within the Goddesses Lakshmi\, Sawaswati\, Durga\, Kali and Green Tara as we will awaken their potent qualities inside of ourselves through this experience. With mythology\, mantra\, mudra\, yoga\, dance\, energy healing\, creative workshops and ritual we will discover our connection to each of these goddesses and the Shakti that they represent in us and in the world. \nWe will move through any blocks holding us back from our power and awaken our divine feminine in the form of beauty\, wisdom\, courage\, fierceness and compassion. This retreat will give you a grounded understanding and forever expand your connection to these Goddesses\, as well as your relationship with your own feminine power and it’s balance with your inner masculine. \nIn the tantra worldview\, the masculine (shiva) is consciousness and the feminine (shakti) is energy. Each of us whether male or female has both so this understanding isn’t about the difference between men and women. Likewsie\, this system is different to the system of Yin and Yang which comes from Taoism\, where the Yin (feminine) is the listening\, soft aspect and the Yang (masculine) is the active\, logical aspect. \nWe will start and end the week with this understanding of this divine union of Shiva and Shakti – so the Shiva energy will be present and holding us through our process throughout the week. \n \nWe use the Hindu goddesses as a map\, but you don’t have to believe in Hinduism or in yourself as a goddess to take part. It’s a language that helps us to uncover different aspects. These are deities that are often referred to in modern yoga. To understand more about this you can listen to Amisha interviewing Sally Kempton on The Future Is Beautiful podcast\, here. \n“What really is a ‘deity’? The word deva in Sanskrit (or the feminine form\, devī) comes from a Sanskrit root √div\, meaning both ‘shine’ and ‘play’. So deities are the shining playful ones. They are icons of our own essence-nature in its many aspects. The deities are real as patterned forms of consciousness that exist both within you (as an aspect of your essence-nature) and as patterns of energy-flow in the wider universe (of which you are\, of course\, a microcosm). Therefore deities are not reducible to either ‘gods’ (divine persons) or to ‘archetypes’ (aspects of our psyche)\, though in a sense they partake of the qualities of both.” Hareesh Wallis \n\nThis is about understanding the heroine’s journey and what it means to be a woman at this time – from menstrual cycles to activism to fire to water\, to finding our softness\, to finding our voice. We will explore and embody many different aspects of the feminine experience. These practices will open up connections to our female ancestors and future generations. \nAlthough the feminine is part of all of us\, man or woman\, this is only for those who identify as women to come together in\, dare I say it\, sisterhood and experience the collaborative supportive side of women being together. \nIf you need some woman to woman time and want to explore different aspects of yourself in a fun and loving way – come! \nDon’t be put off by what have become buzz words of the modern priestess and new age world – ritual\, sisterhood\, moon\, etc – but please know that this will be a grounded\, rich and deep week – full of laughter and probably some tears\, rest and realisations. It’s a week of personal development\, transformation and action. \n \n\n  \nWhere Wild Grace came from: \n“Two years ago\, I was standing out in the cold night in the British countryside under the November full moon. I was howling as I was embarking on a great transition. Putting my belongings in storage\, leaving a very comfortable nest and taking a chance on a less stable but fuller lifestyle that I felt in my heart was where I needed to go – India. As I howled at the moon\, the words Wild Grace came to me and I immediately pictured this gathering. I saw the women gathered and the different elements from the rituals to the mantras to the sisterhood. I saw the women discovering an aspect of freedom in themselves and qualities and gifts that they hadn’t yet unwrapped in themselves. It was so beautiful and it felt so strong. And yet every time I started to plan it\, something didn’t feel right. I had to go on a deeper adventure to be able to hold this space. As my intention was that we would fully embody these five aspects of our feminine energy throughout the week. This year I taught a three hour version in Bali at Yoga Barn which was my favourite workshop I have ever done. Last year I taught a short version in Goa at a beautiful women’s healing festival. The long version is an all woman week designed to take us out of any boxes we have been put in\, put each other in or put ourselves in and discover different and perhaps unknown aspects of our feminine energy through mythology\, yoga\, mantra\, dance\, ritual and creativity. I can’t wait to share this very special adventure with you.” Amisha Ghadiali \n“Thank you for holding this beautiful space for us. Your presence is a true inspiration! One of the most intense workshops I have attended. I feel even stronger in my power as a woman. And I was able to let go of some old programming that holds me back from connecting with my divine feminine. I feel this is only the start of a deeper journey.”  Alisa\, participant of Wild Grace three hour workshop at The Yoga Barn\, Bali.  \n  \n \n  \nThe Details: \nThursday May 16th – Wednesday May 22nd – over the full moon. \nArrival for 4pm on the Thursday we end at noon on the Wednesday. No experience necessary\, all are welcome.  \nIt is possible to stay additional nights if you wish. \nThe stunning Finca is close to Almeria Airport (45 mins away) and Murcia Airport (90 mins away) and just 20 minutes from a lovely town called Mojacar.  We would be delighted to organise a transfer to La Finca Paradiso\, should you require. \nWe will arrange a mini bus from Almeria for certain flights and send you these details when you book. \n  \nThe Venue: \nOur home is the eco-luxury La Finca Paradiso. All the rooms are designed with style and comfort. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNestled on the edge of a valley in our own 33 acres of stunning landscaped gardens and open vistas\, it is secluded and magical with no light or sound pollution and a multitude of birds\, tortoises and other wildlife. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExceptional in their variety of form and colour\, the gardens are exciting to both explore and spend time in quiet contemplation in one of the many hidden and beautiful spaces. \nThroughout the gardens you hear the sound of gentle running water\, with fountains and even a small rill leading to a waterfall where the water flows into our natural pool in the Water Garden. \nThere are also local healers\, and practitioners for massages\, healing treatments and other ways to help you unwind. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThe Food: \nAll of the food is organic or sustainably sourced\, much of it grown in the gardens. Local cheeses\, organic eggs\, homemade chutneys and jams\, our own olive oil and fresh fruit and vegetables are always readily available. \n  \nThe Price: \nTuition: £550 \n(Sliding scale between £200-350 offered for nurses\, teachers\, artists\, creatives\, single mothers and other women in much needed but lower paid work) \nLuxury Accommodation and three delicious meals a day: \nShared Room – £700 \nSingle Occupancy – £950 \nSingle Occupancy in a luxury suite – £1300 \n  \nThe Replenish Effect: \nIt is important that our retreats bring benefit and expansion to all who are involved. We don’t just want you to fly in\, taxi straight to the retreat centre and then leave the country. We make our retreats meaningful in the local community by building partnerships\, supporting independently run businesses and doing all the little things that make a big difference\, like helping you offset the carbon for your travel. \n \n  \nAbout Amisha: \n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice of YOGA. She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She is warm\, wise and lovely.” Aemilia\, Film Producer \n“Amisha is a gifted yoga teacher that shows her knowledge of both the spiritual and the physical side of yoga\, and teaches both brilliantly. This retreat was life changing and I still hear her voice singing mantras in my head!”  Paul\, Entrepreneur \n“Amisha is a breath of fresh air!! She is kind\, gentle\, loving and full of light energy. Taking her mantra workshop at Bali Spirit Fest genuinely changed my practice and I thank her everyday for how she has helped me grow!” Ally\, Entrepreneur \n \nAmisha Ghadiali\, is an award-winning social entrepreneur whose career has included demanding roles in the political\, sustainability and tech start-up worlds. She combines this experience of managing a high pressure lifestyle with her deep knowledge of sustainable living\, mindfulness and yoga. \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, her own “burn out” whilst “trying to save the world” led her into training as a yoga and meditation teacher\, which in turn opened a giant rabbit hole deeper into the mystical realms. In addition to over 1000 hours of teacher training in Yoga & Meditation\, she has trained as a priestess\, reiki master and intuitive energy healer. She brings all this depth and her fascination with the relationship of our inner and outer worlds\, to her work. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful city life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made things much more rewarding and balanced. She set up the leadership programme – Presence Mentoring to assist you in creating space to show up for yourself each day and to facilitate the formation of lifelong habits that will support and nurture your inner and outer connections. \nHer teachers include Sianna Sherman and Sally Kempton\, as well as annual trips to her motherland of India\, learning from Swamis and Sadhus. Amisha is of Indian origin\, with a Hindu mother and a Jain father. She has grown up influenced by both these traditions and their practices and rituals. \n\nAmisha is a writer and speaker on all aspects of conscious and green living. Her words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre. She edited the collaborative book\, The Future Is Beautiful – A Collection from Think Act Vote\,  coining the term Creative Activism and bringing together ideas and artwork from over two hundred contributors to inspire a brighter future. Amisha has spoken or facilitated workshops at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & Burning Man. \n\nAmisha hosts The Future Is Beautiful Podcast which explores the weave between politics\, spirituality\, sustainability and creativity\, so we can come out of our silos – and bring more of who we are to our lives. These inspiring conversations also look into the darkness and difficulties of modern life and challenging the status quo\, providing comfort and a grounded optimism. Previous guests have included Charles Eisenstein\, Samantha Roddick\, Satish Kumar\, Sally Kempton and Bruce Parry. \nHow to Book: \nIf you have any questions or would like to reserve a place\, please contact Amisha on takeamoment@amisha.co.uk  URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/wild-grace-retreat-for-women/ LOCATION:La Finca Paradiso\, Mojacar\, Spain CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wild-grace-a-heroines-journey-1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190313T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190320T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20180905T090018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190225T111026Z UID:4983-1552492800-1553083200@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Into the Heart of Yoga - Seva Retreat with Ramana's Garden in Rishikesh India DESCRIPTION:March 13-20th 2019  \nYoga. Service. Pilgrimage   \nHave you ever wanted to travel to India and actually make a difference? Here is an incredible opportunity to visit the birthplace of yoga where the holy river Ganga runs through\, nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas in Northern India and actually give back in a real and needed way. \nWe will be working with Ramana’s Garden which is an incredible children’s home\, refuge\, school and organic cafe which provides support\, care and education to over 200 of India’s most vulnerable children giving them unbelievable opportunities to break the cycle of poverty\, abuse and homelessness and bring their gifts into the world. \nIf you feel a longing in your heart to serve\, and want to go on an adventure – this is for you. Rise up as a spiritual activist and join us in India. \n \n  \nIt will be a small and intimate group\, and we will spend seven days in the children’s home in Rishikesh – supporting the kids\, playing\, helping out with the opportunity to also explore the city. This whole journey will be supported by other aspects of yoga as well karma yoga including asana\, meditation\, mantra\, spiritual teachings and sharing circles so that it is a fully held process and journey of discovery. This is an incredible opportunity to understand the true depths of yoga as well as visit India in a meaningful\, eye and heart opening way. This will be a life changing experience for everybody who takes part. \n  \n \n  \nWhat is Karma Yoga? \nKarma yoga is the yoga of action – it is an important aspect of the yogic path which means giving in service to the world as a form of devotion to something bigger than yourself. It means doing something beautiful just because – not for any reward or personal gain. Seva in sanskrit means selfless service. Although the reality of seva in my experience (Amisha) is that it never is truly self-less although you may have that intention as giving to others feels good and is a very healing and transformative action. There is an innate heart opening and feeling of satisfaction which often occurs with service. Gandhi famously said “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” This is yoga – volunteering your time\, and giving your energy and love to these amazing kids. \n \nWhy are we doing this?  \n“I have been interested for a long time in how we travel and make a difference. Travel is such a perspective changing adventure that can literally bring down walls inside of us and in the world as it challenges us to meet ourselves and redefine our understanding of race and borders. As yoga continues to grow and spread in the world\, more and more people want to visit India as part of their spiritual journey\, it brings about questions and cultural appropriation and the effects of spiritual tourism. I have for some time wanted to make my retreats more sustainable and impactful in the local communities – so that as well as our inner transformation work\, we can make a difference. We have to understand that we are of a “travelling class” that not everyone in the world is and so it’s important that we use this in a way that really holds respect. \nI feel that with our overloaded western lifestyles\, retreats are an important way of going deeper and re-setting our patterns\, and from spending much time in India I feel that there are experiences that you can only have there. Being in India and surrounded by the culture that yoga came from\, brings the inner understanding to light in a more intense and beautiful way. And yet many travel to this and neighbouring countries and live a lifestyle that is actually quite selfish\, failing to engage with the reality around them. In India it is estimated that over one billion people live below the poverty line – there are many children that do not have access to our basic human needs such as somewhere safe to live\, clean water to drink and access to education. If you love yoga\, and you want to understand more about India\, this is an incredible way to give back to those that really need it\, in a safe and supported way. I love this notion showing up with our head\, heart and hands. It’s with our hands that we give.” Amisha Ghadiali \n \n  \nAbout Ramana’s Garden: \nRamana’s Garden is a children’s refuge\, home\, school and organic café situated in the beautiful North Indian city of Rishikesh. Located between mountains at the bank of the holy River Ganga (Ganges)\, Ramana’s was founded by Prabhavati Dwabha more than 20 years ago as a refuge for children at risk of poverty and abuse in India and Nepal. Approximately 70 kids live full time at Ramana’s Garden\, and more than 200 kids attend school at Ramana’s each day during the school year. \nThe children who live in Ramana’s Garden have been determined to be ‘at risk’. Each child that comes through this gate arrives because they would be at risk of either being murdered\, forced into prostitution\, child labour\, begging\, starvation or total neglect otherwise. Ramana’s Garden takes these children in and gives them a loving home\, family and education so they have the opportunity to become independent and functioning adults\, securing themselves a valuable position in society. \nStill today\, millions of Indian children are in dangerous circumstances due to having been born into the cycle of poverty\, ignorance\, and homelessness. Ramana’s Garden is working to rescue as many of them as possible and the need is prominent. With your help\, we believe that we can make a difference one child at a time. \nTheir goals are to: \n\nEmpower and encourage every child growing up at Ramana’s to be able to take risks and grow into an integrated unique human being.\nInstill in every child at Ramana’s Garden a sense of well-being and compassion for their fellow travellers on this journey through life.\nEnsure every child studying or living in Ramana’s Garden will enter the job market with sufficient skills to secure a valuable position for themselves.\n\n \nThe Details: \nWe arrive and meet in Rishikesh on March 13th. (We have had to cancel the part up on the farm in the mountains due to extreme snow). \nIf any of you wish to volunteer for longer\, we can discuss this with Dwabha and make it happen\, just let us know! \nEach day we will practice yoga and mediation together\, and spend time volunteering. You can take your practice off the mat\, and into the world. \nThis will include: \n\ndaily yoga asana sessions (including mythology\, mantra and mudra)\ndaily mediation\nsharing circles\nsatsung\nkarma yoga\ndelicious nutritious organic local farmed meals\nadventure time to explore\na community of like-minded volunteers from across the world\n\n \nRishikesh:  \nFrom March 13th-20th we will be staying in Rishikesh\, where our focus will be sharing our love and attention with these beautiful children at Ramana’s Gardens. We will ask you to bring an activity that is close to your heart and is creative and engaging. For example you might teach them a dance or a song\, share yoga with them\, bring your favourite games from your country\, or make some beautiful art. \nWhilst we are in Rishikesh\, we will also: \n\nvisit The “Beatles” Ashram (ashram of Yogi Maharishi Mahesh)\nbathe in the Holy River Ganga\nattending Satsung and Kirtan with world renowned teachers\ntake part in the Aarti Puja on the River Ganga\nexplore temples\, ashrams\, shops and cafes\nperhaps take a day or even an overnight trip to a beautiful organic nature village nearby\n\n \n \n \n  \nThe Food: \nAll of the food is organic or sustainably sourced\, much of it grown in the gardens. Local cheeses\, organic eggs\, homemade chutneys and jams\, our own olive oil and fresh fruit and vegetables are always readily available. \n  \n \n  \nThe Price: \nTo join this retreat the cost is £555 (this is for all whether you wish to stay with us or have you own accommodation in Rishikesh already). \nYou will need to organise your own travel to India\, visa\, and internal travel to Rishikesh. Although we will help arrange taxis and airport meet ups to make this as easy as possible. \nYou will also pay for your own accommodation in our local guesthouse which is roughly £20 a night for single room and £10 to share\, and your lunch and dinner which are approx £5 a meal. \nIf you are able to make a donation to Ramana’s\, you can do this by sponsoring a child or making a larger donation to Ramana’s Garden. You will also be asked to bring various simple things that Ramana’s need such as clothing and medical supplies. So expect to be asked to buy these things and save half of your suitcase space for this! \n \n  \nAccommodation: \nIf you wish to stay with us\, we will be in a local guesthouse called Hotel Grace Ganga\, close to the Children’s Home with views of the mountains and River Ganga. \n \n \nThe Details:  \nWe will be able to check into our rooms in the afternoon of the 13th and will then meet as a group around 4.30pm. We will finish around lunchtime on the 20th\, but you may wish to stay that night for Holi celebrations. \n  \nThe Replenish Effect: \nIt is important that our retreats bring benefit and expansion to all who are involved. We don’t just want you to fly in\, taxi straight to the retreat centre and then leave the country. We make our retreats meaningful in the local community by building partnerships\, supporting independently run businesses and doing all the little things that make a big difference\, like helping you offset the carbon for your travel. This retreat is run fully as a seva retreat with the utmost care taken in terms of our impact in the local community and cultural appropriation. \n  \nThe International Yoga Festival (optional): \n \n  \nMarch 1-7th. The International Yoga Festival is a beautiful seven day immersion held on the banks of the River Ganga at Parmath Niketan Ashram. You have the opportunity to learn from both Indian swamis\, teachers and masters as well as revered international teachers in amongst a community of around 2000 yogis. You stay in the ashram\, getting a taste of the beauty of ashram life as well as being uplifted\, inspired and awakened by the practices\, ceremonies and musical performances. \nMore information here – www.internationalyogafestival.org \nHoli – Festival of Colour (optional): \nHoli this year will also be right at the end of our retreat! This will take place on the 21st March but the fun will start on the evening of the 20th. \nHoli is a spring festival that essentially celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Coinciding with the end of winter and the beginning of a new season\, it is treated as a time to give thanks for a good harvest. It is also considered a time to come together and end any conflicts you might have in your relationships with others. \nEveryone will be out on the streets\, throwing colours and playing. It’s something beautiful to see and be part of – especially with the kids! \n \nPrabhavati Dwabha on The Future Is Beautiful Podcast: \n \nEarlier this year\, Amisha interviewed Dwabha (the founder of Ramana’s Garden) about her story and the importance of giving. \n“Life is better if you are honestly doing your best to make a difference for another being. If you know that in living your life – however you are – you are also making a significant  difference for others who would otherwise have no chance… You live different\, you feel different\, you are different.”~ Prabhavati Dwabha \nE34 – Prabhavati Dwabha on Child Poverty\, Education and Philanthropy \nBreaking the cycle of poverty\, ignorance\, and homelessness \nHow can one person make a difference to overwhelming poverty and suffering? \n \nYou can find out more about this interview and the podcast\, here. \n  \nAbout Amisha: \n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice of YOGA. She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She is warm\, wise and lovely.” Aemilia\, Film Producer \n“Amisha is a gifted yoga teacher that shows her knowledge of both the spiritual and the physical side of yoga\, and teaches both brilliantly. This retreat was life changing and I still hear her voice singing mantras in my head!”  Paul\, Entrepreneur \n“Amisha is a breath of fresh air!! She is kind\, gentle\, loving and full of light energy. Taking her mantra workshop at Bali Spirit Fest genuinely changed my practice and I thank her everyday for how she has helped me grow!” Ally\, Entrepreneur \n \nAmisha Ghadiali\, is an award-winning social entrepreneur whose career has included demanding roles in the political\, sustainability and tech start-up worlds. She combines this experience of managing a high pressure lifestyle with her deep knowledge of sustainable living\, mindfulness and yoga. \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, her own “burn out” whilst “trying to save the world” led her into training as a yoga and meditation teacher\, which in turn opened a giant rabbit hole deeper into the mystical realms. In addition to over 1000 hours of teacher training in Yoga & Meditation\, she has trained as a priestess\, reiki master and intuitive energy healer. She brings all this depth and her fascination with the relationship of our inner and outer worlds\, to her work. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful city life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made things much more rewarding and balanced. She set up the leadership programme – Presence Mentoring to assist you in creating space to show up for yourself each day and to facilitate the formation of lifelong habits that will support and nurture your inner and outer connections. \nHer teachers include Sianna Sherman and Sally Kempton\, as well as annual trips to her motherland of India\, learning from Swamis and Sadhus. Amisha is of Indian origin\, with a Hindu mother and a Jain father. She has grown up influenced by both these traditions and their practices and rituals. \n\nAmisha is a writer and speaker on all aspects of conscious and green living. Her words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre. She edited the collaborative book\, The Future Is Beautiful – A Collection from Think Act Vote\,  coining the term Creative Activism and bringing together ideas and artwork from over two hundred contributors to inspire a brighter future. Amisha has spoken or facilitated workshops at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & Burning Man. \n\nAmisha hosts The Future Is Beautiful Podcast which explores the weave between politics\, spirituality\, sustainability and creativity\, so we can come out of our silos – and bring more of who we are to our lives. These inspiring conversations also look into the darkness and difficulties of modern life and challenging the status quo\, providing comfort and a grounded optimism. Previous guests have included Charles Eisenstein\, Samantha Roddick\, Satish Kumar\, Sally Kempton and Bruce Parry. \nAmisha is delighted to be offering this retreat in her motherland of India\, where both her parents are from. She has grown up learning to understand the bridge between Indian and Western culture. Amisha has spent extensive time in India since she was a child learning about her heritage\, this combined with growing up in the UK and working in the US\, she is able to offer an international perspective to yoga\, combined with a native heart. \nHow to Book: \nIf you have any questions or would like to reserve a place\, please contact Amisha on takeamoment@amisha.co.uk URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/service-retreat-in-rishikesh-india/ CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/screenshot-2019-02-25-at-14.50.08.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190123T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190130T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20180221T124931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T135354Z UID:4777-1548244800-1548849600@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:The Heart of Transformation Goa Retreat & Tamil Nadu Pilgrimage DESCRIPTION:THE HEART OF TRANSFORMATION INDIA PILGRIMAGE \nPondicherry – Auroville – Tiruvannamalai\, Tamil Nadu 18-23 January\, 2019 \nSamata Holistic Retreat Centre\, North Goa 23-30 January\, 2019 \nYoga . Meditation . Healing . Ritual . Dance \nSacred Sound & Earth Prayer \nwith Mischa Varmuza & Amisha Ghadiali \n  \nJoin us in the beautiful sun drenched Goa\, India\, where we will dive deep into the heart of transformation\, exploring movement\, stillness and healing practices. We have designed this retreat to reawaken our connection with ourselves\, each other and the earth. \nThe journey of transformation calls for us to make time and space to nurture and strengthen our body and be boldly curious of our inner world. Over the week the practices will be both deep and challenging\, quiet and nurturing\, as well as joyful and light to strengthen\, open and harmonise the body\, mind and heart. We will go deep into the exploration of yoga asana\, meditation techniques and conscious breath to guide us towards more presence\, connection and freedom. \nVenturing beyond the yoga practices to find greater awareness and understanding we will share stories and intention\, join in sacred ceremony and ritual. January is a  perfect time for new beginnings and to sow seeds and prayers of intention. We will be gathering just after the Full Moon in Leo\, a time to journey into your heart and allow yourself to shine. Supporting us with strength and courage to be our most authentic self and follow our deepest heart desire. We will work with these energies to reflect on our journey so far and burn away anything that no longer serves us. We will open ourselves to our greatest dreams and possibilities\, blazing a new trail to where we have never dared go before. \nA retreat offers a safe and supported environment to open new spaces within your practice and it is always a dream come true for Mischa and Amisha to have the opportunity to offer the work that they themselves have found so extraordinarily powerful. We will be treading upon the sacred land of Maha India from where these traditions were born; it is a perfect opportunity to connect to the deeper ways of yoga and dive further into ourselves and the Great Mystery in a guided\, held and joyful way. \nWe will be further supported by our hosts Samata in this beautiful retreat\, not just a retreat centre but a place where you will learn about food\, ayurvedic herbs\, and be truly nourished. The Heart of Transformation offers a week of discovery\, healing\, new friends and delicious food in a safe and beautiful space. \nWe hope you will join us to dance in the heart-fire and under the sun and moon and beneath the stars. \n \n \n \nThe retreat includes: \n\nMorning meditation\nDaily yoga sessions including mantra & chanting\, mudra\, pranayama and asana\nRestorative yoga\nYoga nidra\nGuided journaling and self-inquiry practices\nEnergy healing with Amisha\nYoga assist and massage workshop with Mischa\nCacao and sound Healing Ceremony\n\n\nHanging out by the pool\n2 organic home cooked ayurvedic meals each day and a communal kitchen with snacks available throughout the day\nTour of the organic garden\nSpace to relax\, read\, write\, rest \n\n  \n* Optional: Ecstatic dance in Goa\, shopping and sunset in Arambol\, afternoon trip to Anjuna hippie market\, massage\, intuitive energy healings and other treatments \n \n \n \nExample of a typical day (subject to change): \n8 am Meditation \n8.30 am Morning tea and snack \n9am Yoga practice \n11.30 am Brunch \n1.00 pm Free time for exploring\, relaxing\, healing\, treatments or group excursion \n4.00 pm Afternoon workshop \n7 pm Dinner followed by free time under the stars\, around the fire evening sharing circle\, group healing\, singing circle or yoga nidra \n  \nThe Pilgrimage: \nBoth Amisha & Mischa have spent a lot of time in India\, and are happy to share the experiences of the wilds of India in a safe and supported way. For this pilgrimage we will go to Tamil Nadu\, flying into Chennai and then travelling by car to Pondicherry\, the old french colony seaside town. Here we will spend time in Sri Aurobindo’s ashram\, and visit Auroville the intentional community created on the principles of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother. It is a beautiful town build around a stunning temple which is home to many interesting sustainable projects which we will visit. After this we will venture to Tiruvannamalai\, home of Arunachala the mountain which is said to be Shiva himself\, we will walk around the mountain with other pilgrims under the light of the full moon\, visit caves and Ramana Maharshi’s ashram. We will enjoy great food\, experience the beauty of the many temples\, and open up our adventurous hearts under the leo full moon.  \nFor more about Sadhana Forest (one of the projects we will visit) and Auroville – you can listen to these two episodes of The Future Is Beautiful podcast with Aviram Roizin and MARTI. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nThe Details: \nThe Pilgrimage: 18th Jan to 22rd January 2019. (We fly Chennai to Goa on the 22nd – where we rest a night before the retreat starts). Please arrive in Chennai on the 17th or before\, so we can meet early on the 18th in Pondicherry.  \nRetreat: 23rd January – 30th January\, 2019.  Arrival for 4pm on the Wednesday we end at noon the following Wednesday. No experience necessary\, all are welcome. \nYou can join for the whole journey or for one part if you prefer. \n  \nThe Accommodation & Shala: \nOur home for the week will be the beautiful Samata Holistic Retreat Centre which is set in a peaceful village near Arambol in North Goa. This is one of the most stunning retreat centres we have experienced with care\, love and grace laced through every detail. The cottages are built in traditional Indonesian style from recycled teak wood with a rustic but elegant feel and all the rooms rooms have AC\, en suite bathroom\, hot water\, wifi\, and a safe for your valuables. \nThere is a beautiful teardrop pool to swim in and relax by and a number of quiet shady areas around the property to rest and just be. \nIt is a perfect place to unwind\, breathe in the air\, space and nature. The environment invites you to reconnect to the simplicity of natural living and dissolve the hardness and stresses of work life. \nWe will have the retreat space exclusively to ourselves. \nSamata is a Sanskrit word which translates as balance or equilibrium. The centre has been created as to raise funds for The Dungari Foundation\, a non-profit whose goal is to find sustainable solutions to preserve a growing list of endangered species solely endemic to high altitude Alpine Himalaya. There work includes researching the herbs\, conserving them for future generations and empowering and educating villagers to cultivate these herbs. They also discourage illegal wild-harvesting practices to protect this fragile ecosystem and these ancient and important medicines that have been birthed from these sacred mountains. \n \nThe Food: \nThe vegetarian food is exquisite; the ingredients are mostly home grown and organic from the retreat garden and Tess\, the chef and ayurvedic specialist carefully designs a delicious and healing ayurvedic menu to nourish us during our stay. The women of the village spend four hours preparing each meal with care.  Vegan and gluten free options will be available on request. \nTeas and light snacks are available in the communal kitchen throughout the day. \n \nThe Price: \nResidential Retreat at Samata \nTuition & Deposit: To secure your place on this retreat we ask for a £350 (Earlybird) or £400 (Standard) deposit. This is the cost of the course teaching fee. \nAccommodation & Food: The accomodation and food price will depend on your choice of room and is shown below. Please note this cost is in dollars and will be paid directly to Samata Holistic Resort. \nSimple Single Room $910 \nDeluxe King Room (Single Occupancy)  $1120 \nDeluxe King Room (Shared) $840 per person \nDeluxe Twin Room $840 per person \nTriple Room $700 per person \nMaster Suite $1750 \nMaster Suite (Shared) $1225 per person \nThis price includes accommodation\, food and listed activities above. Transport to the retreat centre is not included. We can help coordinate taxi shares from Goa Airport to reduce costs and our environmental impact. Money shouldn’t come in the way of wellbeing and fun\, if you would like to pay in instalments this is possible\, please write and let us know. \nEarly bird offer is until 13th July. Special solstice offer of £75 off until June 21st. \nOptional Pilgrimage in Tamil Nadu \nThe pilgrimage is £420 – which is payable by the 1st November. (Please pay sooner if you can). \nThis includes all transport\, accommodation\, one group meal\, and a couple of surprises! We will travel from Pondicherry to Auroville to Tiruvanmalai and then to Chennai airport to travel to Goa. It doesn’t include your taxi from Chennai to Pondi on the 17th Jan (approx £20) or your flight from Chennai to Goa (please book on Spicejet SG3105 on the 22nd Jan) if you want to travel with the group). These costs are based on sharing a double room. Please let us know if you require single occupancy. Breakfast is included every day\, and two big group meals. Then for the other meals we have kept it more flexible so that you don’t have to order off set menus and we can break off into smaller groups if we please. \nPlease arrive in Chennai/Tamil Nadu on or before Jan 17th. We will be book accommodation in Pondicherry on the 17th\, so we can start early on the 18th. And we will arrive in Goa one night before the retreat\, you can either stay an extra night at Samata or somewhere else in Goa. \n  \nThe Replenish Effect: \nIt is important that our retreats bring benefit and expansion to all who are involved. We don’t just want you to fly in\, taxi straight to the retreat centre and then leave the country. We make our retreats meaningful in the local community by building partnerships\, supporting independently run businesses and doing all the little things that make a big difference\, like helping you offset the carbon for your travel. \n  \nYour Hosts \n \nAmisha & Mischa met through an advanced teacher training with Sianna Sherman and teaching in London studios. They first bonded over nearly having the same name\, and then as their journeys unfolded found a mutual love and motivation towards the discovery of yoga and transformation as both dedicated teachers and students. They have spent time in India together visiting temples and deepening their practice and continue to inspire and compliment one another with their passion and curiosity to challenge themselves\, each other and their students towards growth. They are true kalyanamitras\, which is the sanskrit word for friends on the spiritual path – and their teaching styles complement each others. \n“I have been on retreats with Mischa and Amisha both individually and together. They are each unique yet have similar teaching backgrounds which I find compliment one another. I love the fact that Mischa’s practise is physical\, strong and deep spiritually. I always come away having learnt something new. Amisha is wonderful and again with her wisdom and teaching structure I have found myself over the past year or two developing my own spirituality and yoga practice.” Bobana\, Creative \n“Mischa and Amisha are an amazing\, beautiful pair. They both live their teachings in a new and inspiring way and have a deep knowledge and understanding of yoga. I spent a weekend with them last year and found it nourishing\, fascinating and joyful\, we were all taken on a mystical journey through some of the practices of yoga\, old and new. I would wholeheartedly recommend spending time with them on a retreat\, it will be a magical and uplifting experience!” Charlotte\, Consultant \n  \n \nAbout Amisha: \n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice of YOGA. She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She is warm\, wise and lovely.” Aemilia\, Film Producer \n“Amisha is a gifted yoga teacher that shows her knowledge of both the spiritual and the physical side of yoga\, and teaches both brilliantly. This retreat was life changing and I still hear her voice singing mantras in my head!”  Paul\, Entrepreneur \n“Amisha is a breath of fresh air!! She is kind\, gentle\, loving and full of light energy. Taking her mantra workshop at Bali Spirit Fest genuinely changed my practice and I thank her everyday for how she has helped me grow!” Ally\, Entrepreneur \n \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, Amisha Ghadiali’s own “burn out” led her to train as a teacher\, which in turn opened a giant rabbit hole into the mystical realms. Her classes are strong yet relaxing\, focused on clear alignment and moving from the heart. She has a calming presence and uses playful theming\, mantra and experience of exploring world wisdom traditions\, to leave her students with inspiration\, grounding and joy they can bring into their daily lives. \nAmisha is a 500 hour certified Yoga teacher after completing her advanced teacher training with Sianna Sherman\, and is a modern day priestess\, reiki master and intuitive energy healer. Her background is in politics and sustainable fashion\, and since 2006 she has been designing jewellery for her own label with the tagline “elegance rebellion.” She creates meaningful pieces such as malas for chanting\, made with precious gemstones. She brings all this awareness and her fascination with the relationship of our inner and outer worlds\, to her work. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful city life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made things much more rewarding and balanced. She recently founded Replenish\, where she leads retreats and works one-on-one through her mentoring programme to assist you in creating space to show up for yourself each day and to facilitate the formation of lifelong habits that will support and nurture your inner and outer connections. \nAmisha is also a writer and speaker on all aspects of conscious and green living. A big part of her ‘yoga’ is exploring how we relate to the world around us and embody our values.  She hosts the podcast and edited the collaborative book\, The Future Is Beautiful\, coining the term Creative Activism and bringing together ideas and artwork from over two hundred contributors to inspire a brighter future. Her words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre and she has spoken at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & Burning Man. \n  \nAbout Mischa: \n“The retreat was a sweet breath of fresh air. Mischa is a truly inspiring teacher who in four short days has helped me deepen my relationship to yoga and further the spiritual connection to my physical practice.” Loren\, Music Producer \n“I can’t express the transformation I experienced in both body and mind the retreat with Mischa.  She truly is an inspirational teacher. What a blessing to have a whole week with her! As a teacher myself\, I recognise the hard work and dedication that goes into these retreats and I can only say that Mischa has a true gift for sharing her strong\, soulful yoga in a way that truly connects you back to your root and to the universe as a whole.  I learnt so much about myself and about the beautiful gift that is Yoga. Her energy is so nurturing and her passion and dedication to the practice shines through. I cannot wait for the next one! Thank you Mischa\, for continuing to inspire me on my journey.” Sally-Anne\, Yoga Teacher \n \n  \nMischa’s yoga journey began over a decade ago and slowly began to weave its way through her life; she is continually humbled and inspired by the potential of yoga to transform\, expand and heal and is devoted to sharing the practice with others.  She is a 500 hour trained teacher having finished her 300 hour training with her teacher Sianna Sherman. She is also in apprenticeship with Sianna and part of teh Rasa Yoga Teaching team and she regularly assists on workshops and advance trainings around the globe. Mischa has spent over a year in India studying\, practicing and visiting sacred sites and it holds a special place in her heart. \nHer teaching is heartfelt and creative with a deep focus on breath and alignment and a combination of strong steady flow and longer holds to both uplift and tap into the stillness. She has a diverse and deep practice and is most inspired to share the creativity of vinyasa and hatha flow which allow the freedom to explore the infinite possibilities of the practice. She draws her understanding from a number of styles and traditions\, particularly inspired by the philosophy and practices of the Tantric lineage. Her classes are woven with philosophy\, myth and stories and include music\, chanting and ritual.  She is also influenced by her studies and training in the Priestess tradition and extensive travels to both Asia\, Indonesia and South America. \nMischa works with Ayurvedic Yoga Massage\, a beautiful combination of deep tissue massage with assisted yoga stretches and alignment\, and Reiki to support the physical and energetic healing process. She is also fully trained in Naturopathy and Nutritional Therapy which she integrates into her holistic approach in practicing and sharing the teachings and supporting individuals on their journey towards greater wellbeing. \nMischa is currently based in London teaching across some of the leading studios but continues to travel for study\, practice and teaching. Her teaching is passionate and knowledgeable\, her intention is to both challenge and restore\, holding a space for individuals to awaken and reveal their highest Self. Expect to  be taken on a journey of self inquiry and unfolding. \nFacebook Live:  \nYou can also watch our facebook live talking about the retreat and pilgrimage – https://www.facebook.com/amisha.ghadiali/videos/1938280072893242/ \n \n  \nHow to Book: \nIf you have any questions or would like to reserve a place\, please contact Amisha on takeamoment@amisha.co.uk or Mischa on info@mischavarmuza.com \n  URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/heart-transformation-mischa-varmuza-goa-retreat/ CATEGORIES:Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/the-heart-of-transformation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181014T144500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181014T154500 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20181014T093029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181014T220410Z UID:5103-1539528300-1539531900@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:The Heart of Transformation - Facebook Live DESCRIPTION:The Heart of Transformation – Facebook Live\nSunday 14th October\, 2.45pm BST\n\nJoin us to discuss our upcoming pilgrimage and retreat in India this coming January. We will share a meditation and mantra practice\, tell you about the places in Tamil Nadu we will visit on the pilgrimage and more about the retreat in Goa. We will also share our favourite practices for this time of year\, and a little about Navaratri the goddess festival we are in right now.\n\nBring your questions and come hang out with us.\nYou can watch it here – https://www.facebook.com/amisha.ghadiali/videos/1938280072893242/ \nLove Mischa & Amisha URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/the-heart-of-transformation-facebook-live/ CATEGORIES:Retreats,Speaking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/img_0966.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180902T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180902T204500 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20180820T093413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T095247Z UID:4956-1535882400-1535921100@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Alchemy & Activism: turn your wounds into something beautiful DESCRIPTION:Book Tickets Here \nAlchemy & Activism: turn your wounds into something beautiful \nHow lucky are we to be alive in the 21st Century?   \nWe have access to all the greatest\, most magical\, potent spiritual practices and teachings from across time and space. And in the last century\, we have had incredible knowledge literally pouring into every orifice from schools of Western psychology and the human sciences. \n  \nOur biggest challenge now is this: \nHow can we take this kaleidoscope of wisdom and knowledge\, and use it in a practical\, playful and grounded way to build a more beautiful future? \nHow can we alchemise our individual and collective wounds into the gold of compassionate action? \n  \nWe feel this is a pretty important question in a world obsessed with SELF-help. We want to build a sturdy\, inspiring bridge between ‘self’ and ‘other’. \nWe want to move from blame culture to empowered\, creative\, and hopeful action. We want to transform our grief and shame at the state of the world into a super-inspiring\, practical vision. \nWe want to move beyond spiritual bypassing\, narcissism\, tourism and materialism – and instead really embody our values\, starting with the community we find ourself in. \nThis is not easy work\, it’s the road less travelled. If you are looking for escapism\, this isn’t for you. We ain’t getting high. But we are showing up with rolled up sleeves and a sense of humour as we unlearn what we think we know and explore these questions together. \n‘We are the ones we’ve been waiting for.’ (Hopi Elders) \nBook Tickets Here \n  \nDay Retreat – 10am til 5pm \nOur backdrop is the stunningly beautiful\, deeply sacred chapel in Fitzrovia\, London – the perfect place to spend a Sunday. \nThe day is split into two halves: inner and outer. We will start and finish the day with a circle where we’ll each have the opportunity to share what is present for us\, and explore the question together with open hearts and minds. \nWe begin going inside. Amisha will lead an alchemical yoga session guiding us to bring love to our personal and collective wounds as they present themselves in our bodies. Louis will then guide an extended transpersonal meditation which will allow us to connect with the deep healing intelligence of Life\, and kindle our fiery activist hearts. We’ll then hold a grief ritual that will allow us to release our wounds – both personal and collective.   \nIn the afternoon\, we will build a golden bridge from the inner to the outer\, tapping into the creativity and compassion of our activist hearts. We’ll be taking our personal insights and revelations from the morning and using them to create practical\, beautiful tools that we can use to make a radical difference in the world around us. \n  \nThis day is for you if you at times get fed up by the state of the world\, if you feel that the time is ripe to translate our spiritual work into practical\, compassionate action\, and if you want to find a more empowered way to contribute\, connecting with an amazing bunch of people who can support and hold you in this process. \n  \n“It is always from our deepest wound\, from the thing that breaks our heart the most\, that our yearning\, our calling\, our purpose in life emerges.” ~Vera de Chalambert \n  \nRough programme: (this might evolve & change on the day) \n10-11am: Opening Circle \n11-12pm: Yoga with Amisha \n12-12.45pm: Meditation with Louis \n12.45-1.15pm: Grief Ritual \n1.15-2.15pm: Lunch \n2.15-4.30pm: Sacred Activism Workshop \n4.30-5pm: Closing Circle \n  \nEvening Event – 6.15pm til 8.45pm \nBring your songs and words of hope\, freedom and grief. For the evening we are opening up the chapel to a bigger group to share music\, poetry\, and our activist creations from the day. This will be a co-created participatory event open mic style\, so bring anything you would like to share as we jam together on the theme of Alchemy & Activism. \n  \nTickets: \nFull Day: Beautiful Day Retreat (£100 per person including a healthy delicious lunch and evening event) \n £80 for members of Radical Alchemists or Patrons of The Future Is Beautiful (email for discount code)  \nWe have a few places available that are subsidised\, if you would like one of these\, write to us at takeamoment(@)amisha.co.uk \n(Come in comfortable clothing for the morning that you can move in. Yoga mats will be provided. But bring a blanket and a water bottle). \nEvening Event: £12 \nWe are very excited about this event. There has already been a lot of interest so we recommend booking very soon to avoid disappointment. \nBook Tickets Here \n  \nAbout us: \nAlchemy & Activism is hosted by Amisha Ghadiali (The Future is Beautiful) and Louis Weinstock (Radical Alchemy). \n \nAmisha is the founder of The Future Is Beautiful\, a community that weaves together politics\, spirituality\, creativity and sustainability through the collaborative book and the podcast she hosts – to inspire us each to rise up\, move beyond silos and create a beautiful future. Fascinated by the connection between our inner and outer worlds\, she facilitates retreats\, workshops and one to one sessions. Her “Presence Mentoring” leadership programme uses intuitive therapy to clear subconscious patterning and awaken new qualities within\, as well as focusing on integration and maintaining a daily practice. Her retreats and workshops are deep and playful dives into the practices\, intimacy and the self – with mantra\, yoga asana\, meditation\, mudra\, energy healing\, contemplation\, pranayama\, ritual\, dance and activism. Amisha’s words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre and she has spoken at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & UnBox. \nIn addition she has been part of pioneering projects and social enterprises including: Ethical Fashion Forum\, Impact Hub\, Provenance\, Fashion Revolution and Compass. Amisha brings activism into everything she does\, and through her project Think Act Vote (which became The Future Is Beautiful) coined the term Creative Activism. Her background is in politics where she worked in parliament and the US congress – working on many campaigns including Make Poverty History\, The Yes Campaign (for AV)\, Fashion Revolution. She has volunteered on projects all over the world including facilitating UNA-Exchange projects working with kids in valleys of Wales\, to working with teenage orphans in Bulgaria to hosting retreats in India that combine service with spiritual practices. In fact she is taking a group to an orphanage and farm in India next year if you wish to join. \nwww.amisha.co.uk \n \nLouis Weinstock is a Transpersonal Psychotherapist\, Meditation Teacher\, and Social Entrepreneur. He runs an inclusive spiritual community called Radical Alchemy\, and is cofounder of Bounce Works\, a social enterprise that uses playful design and digital technology to resolve the growing crisis in young people’s mental health. \n\nLouis first discovered meditation aged 10\, when he sat cross-legged on his spiderman duvet and realised that by focusing on his breath he could exert mind over matter. In his early 20s\, after reaching a crisis point\, he dedicated his life to service. His mission has been to empower people trapped on the edges of society\, from homeless young people\, to drug addicts in the criminal justice system. For four years\, he ran a therapeutic education provision for some of London’s most troubled teens. He went on to develop a mindfulness programme for kids with complex trauma\, was invited to consult Headspace on their mindfulness for kids offering\, and has in the last few years specialised in working with grief and people at the end of life.\n\nLouis has travelled extensively\, studying wisdom traditions from around the world\, including both personal and academic studies of Postcolonial Political Psychology\, Surrealist philosophy\, indigenous wisdom traditions\, and studying with meditation masters\, yogis and indigenous wisdom-keepers in Asia\, South America and Europe. However\, he has learned the most from the clients he has worked with\, those human beings that found the courage to transform their suffering into compassionate action-in-the-world\, often in spite of extreme\, traumatising\, soul-restricting environments. \n\nLouis’ work and writings have featured in the BBC\, The Guardian\, You Magazine\, ITV News\, Evening Standard. He co-wrote a bestselling book about rituals with his wife called The Inner Beauty Bible\, published by Harper Collins\, and now translated into 3 languages. \nwww.louisweinstock.com \n  \nFitzrovia Chapel: \n \n \nBook Tickets Here URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/alchemy-activism/ LOCATION:Fitzrovia Chapel\, London\, W1T 3BF CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Speaking,The Future Is Beautiful,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/alchemy-activism-at-fitzrovia-chapel.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Future Is Beautiful":MAILTO:connect@thefutureisbeautiful.co END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180212T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180219T110000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20170623T182626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T142501Z UID:4718-1518444000-1519038000@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Goa Replenish Retreat and Hampi Adventure DESCRIPTION:“If you are ready to expand your horizon\, coming to this retreat is the greatest gift to yourself.” ~ Vijay\, Photographer (who went on this retreat last year). \n*** This retreat was sold out but due to a cancellation\, there are now two huts available if you would like to be a little spontaneous and join us *** \nDo you need some time and space to reconnect to yourself – your heart\, your body\, your mind and what you want from life? \nCome replenish in India’s sunshine with yoga\, myth\, meditation and the shimmering waters. \nOur home will be a stunning beachside retreat centre in South Goa. It’s a truly special private spot\, where you can relax\, and give yourself a soulful and energising break\, as you sleep on the seafront with the sounds of waves crashing around you. This is the last year we are doing our retreat here\, so if you wish to experience this place this retreat is for you. \nThis is a very intimate retreat as we have just five huts\, so you will get plenty of time to yourself and our sessions will be small. \nEach day we delight in sunrise and sunset yoga & meditation by the sea\, eat delicious Indian\, chill out\, and connect. \nOver the week we will nourish our souls\, detox our bodies and light up our hearts. \nFor those of you that wish for a deeper experience of India\, you can join me on an adventure to the sacred site of Hampi where we will visit temples and delve into the mythology of Hanuman. \n \n  \nThe retreat includes: \n* Time to wake up with the sound of the waves and enjoy the sunrise \n* Morning meditation \n* Morning Yoga (2 hour session) \n* Mythological stories of the Indian Gods and Goddesses (each day is themed with a different one) \n* Meditation\, Mantra (chanting)\, Mudra (hand positions)\, Pranayama (breathwork)\, Asana (physical poses) \n* Afternoon workshop (this is a 2 hour session of yoga and other transformative practices) \n* Dance and creative writing \n* An evening ritual \n* New Moon Ritual \n* Shivratri Celebration \n* A group energy healing \n* Energetic Tune Up on arrival \n* Learning to meditate if this is new to you \n* A takeaway yoga sequence that you can do at home \n* A range of different practices\, games and tools for healing and transformation. \n* A Boat trip to see the Dolphins (depending on the waves) \n* Delicious Indian Vegetarian food (see below) \n* Plenty of time to chill out (read\, write\, relax) \n* Beach time \n* An evening of traditional Goan Dance performance \n* Optional: Trips to nearby special places including waterfalls and jungle spots \n* Optional: Massages\, energy healings and ayervedic treatments \n* A holiday with awesome people leaving you refreshed and energised \n  \n\n \n  \nThe dates that we will be there include Shivratri (a special night celebrating Shiva)\, Valentines Day and a New Moon. Each of these occasions will be honoured and marked with ritual and celebration. \n  \nTypical Day \n\n7am  Sunrise \n8am  Fruit & Chai \n8.30am  Morning Meditation and Yoga \n11am Brunch \n12.30pm Free time for beach\, exploring\, relaxing\, healing\, treatments \n4pm Afternoon Workshop \n6pm Sunset \n7pm Dinner followed by free time under the stars (some evenings live music\, satsung\, ritual) \n\n  \nThe Yoga: \nThis isn’t a retreat for perfecting your asana poses. We will do a lot of yoga asana\, but we will be immersing in Yoga in a bigger sense of the word. Through the week we will be doing many different types of yoga including Meditation\, Mantra\, Myth\, Self-Inquiry\, Ritual and more. This is open to anyone\, it doesn’t matter about your experience. Just that you have a desire and curiosity to discover more about yourself\, try new things and meet new people. Come with an open heart and open mind. We will go deep\, but everything will be explained well. \n\n \n  \nThe Food: \nWe will have two vegetarian Indian meals daily (brunch and dinner)\, with on-going tea/coffee/filtered water available. The food is made with only local organic ingredients whenever possible and is home cooked by the owners family. It’s truly delicious Indian food – a real treat. \n  \n\n \n \n  \nThe Accommodation: \nStay in double beach-front\, sea-facing cottages set amidst coconut palm trees on a semi-private beach overlooking the Arabian Sea. The cottages are constructed of local wood\, have an en-suite washroom with Western-style toilets\, and come with a fan\, electric sockets\, towels and very comfortable spring mattresses. There is complimentary wireless internet available if you need to stay in touch with those back home. You can hear the waves from your hut\, this is truly a special spot. \n  \n \nOptional Adventure to Hampi: \nFor those of you that wish to experience an Indian adventure after the retreat\, we will head to Hampi together on the train (an experience in itself!). Hampi is a stunning UNESCO heritage site\, located on the banks of River Tungabhadra. \n“Unreal and bewitching\, the forlorn ruins of Hampi dot an unearthly landscape that will leave you spellbound the moment you cast your eyes on it. Heaps of giant boulders perch precariously over miles of undulating terrain\, their rusty hues offset by jade-green palm groves\, banana plantations and paddy fields.” \nThis ancient and magical place has Hindu and Jain temple ruins. We will dive deep into the mythology and trek up to the Hanuman temple\, which is said to be the birth place of the monkey god of courage. \nWe will visit temples\, take place in sunrise prayer\, and enjoy the bustle of India. \nPlease let me know as soon as possible if you would like to join the adventure so that accommodation and a tour guide can be booked. \n \nThe Details: \nRetreat // Monday 12th – Monday 19th February. Check in 2pm\, check out 11am. No experience necessary\, beginners welcome. \nAdventure // Monday 19th – Thursday 22nd Feb . After the retreat we head to Hampi for a few days adventure. (These dates could change slightly as we know numbers for this part and book accommodation). \n  \nThe Price: \nRETREAT // \n£770 for one person sharing a hut (£670 early bird) \n£1050 for one person with your own hut and kingsize bed (£950 early bird) \n£1400 for two friends sharing a hut that book together (£1300 early bird) \nBooking can be secured by paying full price or a non-refundable £150 deposit. \nEarly Bird discount from now until 15th October. \nMoney shouldn’t come in the way of wellbeing and fun\, if you would like to pay in instalments this is possible. \nThis price includes accommodation and food. Flights\, airport transfer and car hire not included however as a group we will coordinate this to keep the costs down. Flights are often available from London to Goa for £400. \n** Please make sure that you have a valid visa for travel to India. \nADVENTURE // \nCosts will depend on the demand for this. Please indicate as soon as possible if you would be interested in this so that I can find us the best accommodation and a knowledgeable tour guide. I imagine this will cost £300 maximum but probably much less. \n  \nThe Replenish Effect: \nIt is important that our retreats bring benefit and expansion to all who are involved. We don’t just want you to fly in\, taxi straight to the retreat centre and then leave the country. We make our retreats meaningful in the local community by building partnerships\, supporting independently run businesses and doing all the little things that make a big difference\, like helping you offset the carbon for your travel. You can also make a voluntary contribution to The Replenish Project. Find out more about it here. \n  \n  \nAbout Amisha: \n“Amisha isn’t a new age yogi. She’s traditional in her teachings and practice and I feel like through her teaching my practice has deepened and I have made more of a connection with my divine self. The impact of this retreat you can’t even describe. Taking a week to go deep into yourself and learn about the connection is life changing and uplifting.” Bobana\, Make-Up Artist  \n  \nAmisha is delighted to be offering this retreat in her motherland of India\, where both her parents were born and raised. Amisha has spent extensive time in India since she was a child learning about her culture. Having grown up in the UK\, she is able to offer an international perspective to yoga\, combined with a native heart. This is her third year teaching in India. \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, Amisha Ghadiali teaches yoga that is influenced by the anusara tradition\, flowing with nature. Her classes are strong yet relaxing\, focused on clear alignment and moving from the heart. She has a calming presence and uses playful theming\, mantra and experience of exploring world wisdom traditions\, to leave her students with magic\, grounding and joy they can bring into their daily lives. \nShe is a 500 Hour certified teacher since completing her advanced teacher training in Rasa Yoga with Sianna Sherman\, and has also trained as a priestess. There will be mudra\, mantra\, mythology\, pranayama\, ritual and play in the yoga sessions on the retreat. Each day will be themed with a different indian god or goddess\, learning their story and what they represent inside us. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful busy london life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made living in the city much more joyful\, rewarding and balanced. This inspires her to teach in London and offer retreats and workshops for a deeper experience. \nShe is a reiki master and intuitive healer who works with clients to clear blockages for greater freedom and empowerment. Amisha has been designing jewellery for her own label with the tagline “elegance rebellion” since 2006 working with semi-precious stones. She brings all this awareness to offer a holsitic approach to her clients and students. \nAmisha is also a writer and speaker on all aspects of conscious and green living. A big part of her ‘yoga’ is about how we relate to the world around us and make a difference. How we embody our values. Her words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre. She has spoken at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & Burning Man. Her collaborative book\, and podcast The Future Is Beautiful weave together politics\, sustainability\, creativity and spirituality – bringing together these communities to inspire action\, awaken hearts\, and raise consciousness to guide us to a brighter future. \n“I attended Amisha’s yoga retreat in Goa. It was amazing! Amisha has a great style of teaching that blends the spiritual and the physical to get the complete yoga experience. I got so much out of it and was able meet my intentions and then some.” James\, Entrepreneur \n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice YOGA.  She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She’s a warm\, wise and lovely person”. Aemilia\, Film Producer \n“Amisha is a gifted yoga teacher that shows her knowledge of both the spiritual and the physical side of yoga\, and teaches both brilliantly. This retreat was life changing and I still hear her voice singing mantras in my head!” Paul\, Entrepreneur \nHow to Book: \nIf you have any questions or like to reserve you place\, please contact Amisha on takeamoment@amisha.co.uk URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/goa-replenish-retreat-and-hampi-adventure/ LOCATION:South Goa\, Goa\, India CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/DSC6749-kopiekopie.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20170704T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20170709T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20161204T144844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170217T155926Z UID:4601-1499184000-1499601600@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Surf & Soul Yoga Retreat - Portugal DESCRIPTION:Yoga. Surfing. Meditation. \nCome adventure into the sea and soul for five nights on the cliffs of the Peniche peninsula with yoga\, meditation and surf. \nEach day we delight in sunrise and sunset yoga & meditation out on the terrace overlooking the water\, and in the afternoon venture out into the surf with an excellent surfing school to guide us. \nThis retreat is beginner friendly\, perfect if you are a yogi who wants to try surfing\, or vice versa\, or if you are new to both! \nOver the week we will nourish our souls\, strengthen our bodies and light up our hearts. \n“If you are ready to expand your horizon\, coming to this retreat is the greatest gift to yourself.” Vijay\, Photographer (participant in previous retreat)  \n \nThe retreat includes: \n* Morning mindfulness meditation (beginner friendly) \n* Daily Yoga Sessions (beginner friendly) \n* A two hour surf lesson per day (optional and beginner friendly with an experienced surf school) \n* Surfing equipment rental (surf board and wetsuit) \n* Transport to the best surf spots (7 are in walking distance) \n* Delicious healthy meals \n* Time in nature\, by the sea \n* A holiday with great people \n* A group energy healing \n* Full moon ritual \n* Sea Views from your bedroom \n* Optional: intuitive energy healings \n* Optional: bicycles that you can explore the surrounding area on \n* Optional: a place to decompress from Being Gathering \n  \n \n\n \n \n  \n \n  \nThe Details: \nWe are limited to a small group of 12 maximum for this retreat. \nArrival & Departure: \nArrive at 4pm on Tuesday 4th July\, and leave at 12pm on Sunday 9th July \nAccommodation & Location: \nYou will be sharing double\, twin or triple rooms in the Surfcastle\, which is located just 1.5 hrs from Lisbon on the beachfront 5 km from Fort of Peniche and 9 km from Praia da Consolação beach. \nBaleal is a unique place because it has surf spots facing north and also facing south. This special geographical situation makes it excellent for surfing \, with any wind direction you will always have a surfable spot. The village of Baleal is very picturesque with its small cafés\, narrow streets and beautiful houses. There is an old fortress in ruins which is pretty cool to visit during a sunny day. \nThe Price: \n850 Euros or £750 per person \nEarly bird discount is 795 euros or £695 (book by 1st March) \nBooking can be secured by paying full price or a non-refundable £150 deposit. Full balance due by 25th June. \nThis price includes accommodation\, activities and food. Transport from Lisbon not included. However we will coordinate with the group\, so that people arriving at the same time can share taxis to and from the airport. \nIf you don’t wish to surf\, or you wish to do a trial surfing lesson (and then decide)\, you can still come and enjoy extra chill time and a discount too. \nOptional adventure // transformative festival: \nBeing Gathering is taking place in Portugal 28th June til 2nd July. You may want to come early for this festival which spans across 4 days of workshops\, yoga\, meditation\, massages\, dance\, martial arts\, conferences\, spirituality\, wellness\, temazcal and watsu all designed to help nurture your own health\, well-being and happiness. More info can be found on their website\, here. \nAbout Amisha \n\n\n\n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice of YOGA. She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She is warm\, wise and lovely.” Aemilia\, Film Producer \n“Amisha is a gifted yoga teacher that shows her knowledge of both the spiritual and the physical side of yoga\, and teaches both brilliantly. This retreat was life changing and I still hear her voice singing mantras in my head!”  Paul\, Entrepreneur \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, Amisha Ghadiali’s own “burn out” led her to train as a teacher\, which in turn opened a giant rabbit hole into the mystical realms. Her classes are strong yet relaxing\, focused on clear alignment and moving from the heart. She has a calming presence and uses playful theming\, mantra and experience of exploring world wisdom traditions\, to leave her students with inspiration\, grounding and joy they can bring into their daily lives. \nAmisha is a 500 hour certified Yoga teacher after completing her advanced teacher training with Sianna Sherman\, and is a modern day priestess\, reiki master and intuitive energy healer. Her background is in politics and sustainable fashion\, and since 2006 she has been designing jewellery for her own label with the tagline “elegance rebellion.” She creates meaningful pieces such as malas for chanting\, made with precious gemstones. She brings all this awareness and her fascination with the relationship of our inner and outer worlds\, to her work. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful city life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made things much more rewarding and balanced. She recently founded Replenish\, where she leads retreats and works one-on-one through her mentoring programme to assist you in creating space to show up for yourself each day and to facilitate the formation of lifelong habits that will support and nurture your inner and outer connections. \nAmisha is also a writer and speaker on all aspects of conscious and green living. A big part of her ‘yoga’ is exploring how we relate to the world around us and embody our values.  She edited the collaborative book\, The Future Is Beautiful – A Collection from Think Act Vote\, coining the term Creative Activism and bringing together ideas and artwork from over two hundred contributors to inspire a brighter future. Her words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre and she has spoken at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & Burning Man. \n\n\nTo Book: email takeamoment@amisha.co.uk  URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/surf-soul-yoga-retreat-portugal/ LOCATION:Surfcastle\, Av. do Mar 186\, Ferrel\, Peniche\, Portugal CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Surf-Soul.png ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20170327T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20170402T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20161204T143953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161218T210156Z UID:4597-1490616000-1491134400@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:The Heart of Transformation - Yoga Retreat in Bali\, Indonesia DESCRIPTION:THE HEART OF TRANSFORMATION \nBALI 2017 \nYoga . Meditation . Healing . Ritual . Dance \nSacred Sound & Earth Prayer \nwith Mischa Varmuza & Amisha Ghadiali \n  \nJoin us in the beautiful and sacred land of Bali where we will dive deep into the heart of transformation\, exploring movement\, stillness and healing practices. We have designed this retreat to reawaken our connection with ourselves\, each other and the earth. \nThe journey of transformation calls for us to make time and space for ourselves to nurture and strengthen our body and be boldly curious of our inner world. Over the week the practices will be both deep and challenging and quiet and nurturing as well as joyful and light to strengthen\, open and harmonise the body\, mind and heart. We will go deep into the exploration of yoga asana\, meditation techniques and conscious breath to guide us towards more presence\, connection and freedom. \nVenturing beyond the yoga practices to find greater awareness and understanding we will share stories and intention\, join in sacred ceremony with the medicine of cacao and sound and enter ritual under the new moon. The new moon is a perfect time for new beginnings and to sow seeds and prayers of intention. This particular new moon will be in Aries\, the first sign of the zodiac and a fire sign\, supporting us with strength and courage to be our most authentic self and follow our deepest hearts desire. We will work with these energies to reflect on our journey so far and burn away anything that no longer serves us. We will open ourselves to our greatest dreams and possibilities\, blazing a new trail to where we have never dared go before. \nA retreat offers a safe and supported environment to open new spaces within your practice and it is always a dream come true for Mischa and Amisha to have the opportunity to offer the work that they themselves have found so extraordinarily powerful. Nestled in the foothills north of Ubud with views of rice fields and the ocean\, we will be on the tip of an ancient valley. This is the perfect place to let go and truly connect. We will be supported by our hosts in this beautiful eco-boutique hotel\, and will take time to explore the nearby water temple and other sacred sites. The Heart of Transformation offers a week of discovery\, healing\, new friends and delicious food in a safe and beautiful space. We hope you will join us to dance in the heart-fire and under the sun and beneath the stars. \n \n  \nThe retreat includes: \n\nMorning meditation\nDaily yoga sessions including mantra\, mudra\, pranayama and asana\nRestorative & yin yoga\nYoga nidra\nGuided journaling and self-inquiry practices\nEnergy healing with Amisha\nYoga assist and massage workshop with Mischa\nCacao and Sound Healing Ceremony\nNew Moon Ritual\nEcstatic dance party in Ubud\nDay trip shopping and exploring Ubud\nTrip to the water temple\nTrek to stunning hot springs \nTime to explore sacred sites and nature\nHanging out by the spa pool with views of the valley and ocean\nSpace to relax\, read\, write\, rest\nOptional: Massages\, intuitive energy healings and spa treatments\n\n \nExample of a typical day: \n7.30 am Meditation \n8.30 am Morning tea and fruit \n9am Yoga practice \n11.30 am Brunch \n1.00 pm Free time for exploring\, relaxing\, healing\, treatments or group excursion \n4.00 pm Afternoon workshop \n6.15 pm Sunset \n7 pm Dinner followed by free time under the stars or evening sharing circle\, singing circle\, yoga nidra \n \nThe Details: \nMonday 27th March til Sunday 2nd April\, 2017.  Arrive for 3pm on the Monday we end at noon on Sunday. \nNo experience necessary\, all are welcome. \n  \nThe Accommodation: \nOur home for the week will be a beautiful eco-boutique hotel village nestled in the foothills of Munduk Andong Kelod\, just one-hour northwest of Ubud. The ‘village in the clouds’ is perched on the tip of an ancient valley sprinkled with terraced fields of rice\, flowers and vegetable gardens and breathtaking views all the way to the Indian ocean. It is a perfect place to relax and unwind\, breathe in the air\, space and nature and enjoy the nearby hot springs\, bamboo forest and water temple. The environment invites you to to reconnect to the simplicity of natural living and dissolve the hardness and stresses of work life. \nWe will have the retreat space exclusively to ourselves. \n \nThe Price: \nPrices start at just £850 per person as we have done our best to create something more affordable than most Bali retreats without compromising on the experience and beauty. If you are coming in a group of four or more\, please contact us as we may be able to reduce the costs further with extra beds in your room.   \n  \nDouble Room (2 sharing): Earlybird £925 per person / Standard £995 per person \nDouble Room (1 person):  Earlybird £1425 / Standard £1495 \nKingsize Loft Double (1 king bed): Earlybird £925 per person / Standard £995 per person (2 sharing) \nKingsize Loft Triple  (1 King bed & 1 single bed\, 3 sharing): Earlybird £850 per person / Standard £920 per person \nBungalow Loft Twin (1 King bed\, 1 single bed\, 2 sharing): Earlybird King £925 per person / Standard £995 per person & Earlybird Single £895 per person / Standard £965 per person \nBungalow Twin (2 single beds\, 2 sharing): Earlybird Single £895 per person / Standard £965 per person \nEarly bird prices until 15th January 2017. \nBooking can be secured by paying full price or a non-refundable £250 deposit. \nThis price includes accommodation\, food and listed activities above. Transport to the retreat centre is not included. We will help arrange for people to share taxis from either Ubud or the Airport to reduce costs and our environmental impact. Money shouldn’t come in the way of wellbeing and fun\, if you would like to pay in instalments this is possible. \n  \nThe Food: \nEach morning there will be tea and fruit served between meditation and yoga practice and then we will sit to share a delicious brunch around 11.30 am. There will be a light snack and refreshments during the afternoon and dinner will be served after sunset at 7 pm. The vegetarian meals will be prepared by the kitchen team and abundant with fresh local ingredients\, fruits\, salads and traditional indonesian dishes. There will be vegan and gluten free options available. \n \nThe Replenish Effect: \nIt is important that our retreats bring benefit and expansion to all who are involved. We don’t just want you to fly in\, taxi straight to the retreat centre and then leave the country. We make our retreats meaningful in the local community by building partnerships\, supporting independently run businesses and doing all the little things that make a big difference\, like helping you offset the carbon for your travel. You can also make a voluntary contribution to The Replenish Project. Find out more about it here. \n  \nOptional Adventure // Transformative Festivals in Bali: \nThis retreat is timed perfectly between Bali Spirit Festival (19th-26th March) and the very first New Earth Festival (5-9th April)\, if you wanted to come early\, stay after or go to both festivals! \n  \n \nYour Hosts \nAmisha & Mischa met through an advanced teacher training with Sianna Sherman and teaching in London studios. They first bonded over nearly having the same name\, and then as their journeys unfolded found a mutual love and motivation towards the discovery of yoga as both dedicated teachers and students. They have spent time in India together visiting temples and deepening their practice and continue to inspire and compliment one another with their passion and curiosity to challenge themselves\, each other and their students towards growth. \n \nAbout Mischa: \n“The retreat was a sweet breath of fresh air. Mischa is a truly inspiring teacher who in four short days has helped me deepen my relationship to yoga and further the spiritual connection to my physical practice.” Loren\, Music Producer \n“I can’t express the transformation I experienced in both body and mind the retreat with Mischa.  She truly is an inspirational teacher.  What a blessing to have a whole week with her!  As a teacher myself\, I recognise the hard work and dedication that goes into these retreats and I can only say that Mischa has a true gift for sharing her strong\, soulful yoga in a way that truly connects you back to your root and to the universe as a whole.  I learnt so much about myself and about the beautiful gift that is Yoga.  Her energy is so nurturing and her passion and dedication to the practice shines through. I cannot wait for the next one! Thank you Mischa\, for continuing to inspire me on my journey.” Sally-Anne\, Yoga Teacher \n  \nMischa’s yoga journey began over a decade ago and slowly began to weave its way through her life; she is continually humbled and inspired by the potential of yoga to transform\, expand and heal and is devoted to sharing the practice with others.  She is a 500 hour trained teacher\, most recently finishing a 300 hour training with her teacher Sianna Sherman who is of enormous influence and inspiration to her. She has now stepped into apprenticeship with Sianna and assists on her workshops and trainings. Mischa has spent over a year in India studying\, practicing and visiting sacred sites and it holds a special place in her heart. \nHer teaching is heartfelt and creative with a deep focus on breath and alignment and a combination of strong steady flow and longer holds to both uplift and tap into the stillness. She practices both the Astanga Mysore method and Iyengar to support her asana practice\, but is most inspired to share the creativity of vinyasa and hatha flow which allow her the freedom to explore the infinite possibilities of the practice. She draws her understanding from a number of styles and traditions\, particularly inspired by the philosophy and practices of the Tantric lineage. Her classes are woven with philosophy\, myth and stories and include music\, chanting and ritual.  She is also influenced by her studies and training in the Priestess tradition and extensive travels to both Asia\, Indonesia and South America. \nMischa works with Ayurvedic Yoga Massage\, a beautiful combination of deep tissue massage with assisted yoga stretches and alignment\, and Reiki to support the physical and energetic healing process. She is also fully trained in Naturopathy and Nutritional Therapy which she integrates into her holistic approach in practicing and sharing the teachings and supporting individuals on their journey towards greater wellbeing. \nMischa is currently based in London teaching across some of the leading studios but continues to travel for study\, practice and teaching. Her teaching is passionate and knowledgeable\, her intention is to both challenge and restore\, holding a space for individuals to open\, reflect and absorb and you will be taken on a journey of self inquiry and unfolding. \n  \n \nAbout Amisha: \n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice of YOGA. She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She is warm\, wise and lovely.” Aemilia\, Film Producer \n“Amisha is a gifted yoga teacher that shows her knowledge of both the spiritual and the physical side of yoga\, and teaches both brilliantly. This retreat was life changing and I still hear her voice singing mantras in my head!”  Paul\, Entrepreneur \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, Amisha Ghadiali’s own “burn out” led her to train as a teacher\, which in turn opened a giant rabbit hole into the mystical realms. Her classes are strong yet relaxing\, focused on clear alignment and moving from the heart. She has a calming presence and uses playful theming\, mantra and experience of exploring world wisdom traditions\, to leave her students with inspiration\, grounding and joy they can bring into their daily lives. \nAmisha is a 500 hour certified Yoga teacher after completing her advanced teacher training with Sianna Sherman\, and is a modern day priestess\, reiki master and intuitive energy healer. Her background is in politics and sustainable fashion\, and since 2006 she has been designing jewellery for her own label with the tagline “elegance rebellion.” She creates meaningful pieces such as malas for chanting\, made with precious gemstones. She brings all this awareness and her fascination with the relationship of our inner and outer worlds\, to her work. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful city life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made things much more rewarding and balanced. She recently founded Replenish\, where she leads retreats and works one-on-one through her mentoring programme to assist you in creating space to show up for yourself each day and to facilitate the formation of lifelong habits that will support and nurture your inner and outer connections. \nAmisha is also a writer and speaker on all aspects of conscious and green living. A big part of her ‘yoga’ is exploring how we relate to the world around us and embody our values.  She edited the collaborative book\, The Future Is Beautiful – A Collection from Think Act Vote\, coining the term Creative Activism and bringing together ideas and artwork from over two hundred contributors to inspire a brighter future. Her words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre and she has spoken at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & Burning Man. \nHow to Book: \nIf you have any questions or like to reserve your place\, please contact Amisha on takeamoment@amisha.co.uk or Mischa on info@mischavarmuza.com \n  URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/heart-transformation-retreat-bali-indonesia/ LOCATION:Bali\, Indonesia CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Ritual,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/15442136_10154142622537283_6514974663368910258_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20170201T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20170208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20170126T201453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170126T201752Z UID:4663-1485936000-1486573200@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Open Sessions for Goa Soul DESCRIPTION:During my Goa Soul retreat (1-8th Feb)\, I have a few options to come and join in for friends and students who live locally or are visiting Goa. If we haven’t met but you would like to come\, you are very welcome. \nThe exact theme and topics of each session are not set as they will change with the flow of the retreat. They will likely all include some mythology\, mantra\, meditation\, mudra and asana. \n  \nFriday 3rd Feb – Day Retreat  \nJoin at sunrise for meditation or 8.30am for morning practice followed by Lunch\, afternoon practice and dinner. Possibly some chanting or dancing after dinner \n6.45-7.30am Sunrise meditation \n8.30-10.30am Morning Practice \n11am Brunch \n12-3.45pm Beach time/Healings/Massages \n4.15-6.15pm Afternoon Practice \n4000 rupees for whole day including lunch and dinner. \n2500 rupees for half day either morning practice and lunch (7/8.30am til 1pm)\, or afternoon practice and diner (3-9pm). \n  \nSaturday 4th Feb – Afternoon Practice  \n4.15-6.15pm then sunset \n2000 rupees or 2500 with dinner. arrive by 4pm. \n(we will have brunch at 11am if you wish to join us and then hang out on the beach\, this is an additional 500 rupees. also it may be possible to join the morning practice if you are making a weekend of it) \n  \nSunday 5th Feb – Afternoon Practice  \n4.15-6.15pm then sunset \n2000 rupees or 2500 with dinner. arrive by 4pm. \n(we will have brunch at 11am if you wish to join us and then hang out on the beach\, this is an additional 500 rupees.also it may be possible to join the morning practice if you making a weekend of it) \n  \nSunday 5th Feb – Evening Ritual & Group Healing \n9-11pm: A moonlit ritual of mantra\, dance and group healing. \n2000 rupees or 2500 with dinner. arrive by 7pm for dinner. \n  \nTuesday 7th Feb – Morning Practice \n8.30-10.30am then brunch \noption to arrive for sunrise meditation \n2000 rupees or 2500 with brunch. option to stay and hang at beach with us for a bit after \n  \n** To book any of these please email me (don’t just turn up). We need to give numbers for any meals in advance. Little Cove Yoga is lovely and quiet\, a delightful place to visit and practice by the sea and an unspoilt beach just for us. It’s 15/20 mins north of Agonda. There is a 24 hour taxi service on site that can take you wherever you need to go. email takeamoment@amisha.co.uk to book your place. URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/open-sessions-goa-soul/ LOCATION:Little Cove Yoga\, Little Cola Beach \, Canacona\, South Goa\, India CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/16142913_10103060922485579_6579865171465120808_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20170201T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20170208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20161125T204550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161218T095349Z UID:4563-1485936000-1486573200@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Goa Soul // Yoga Retreat and Hampi Temple Adventure DESCRIPTION:Looking for a space to re-charge\, heal and get in touch with your creativity? \nCome and bliss out for a whole week in Goa with yoga\, meditation and basking in the sunshine. Escape the winter and bathe in the light of the sun\, with the shimmering waters. \nOur home will be beachside retreat centre on the paradise of Cola Beach\, South Goa. A stunning quiet spot\, where you can relax\, and give yourself space to start the new year in the most soulful and energising way. \nEach day we delight in sunrise and sunset yoga & meditation by the sea. \nOver the week we will nourish our souls\, detox our bodies and light up our hearts. \n \n  \nThe retreat includes: \n* Morning meditation \n* Two daily yoga sessions (2-3 hours per session) \n* Mythological stories of the Indian Gods and Goddesses \n* Meditation\, Mantra (chanting)\, Mudra (hand positions)\, Pranayama (breathwork)\, Asana (physical poses) \n* Dance and creative writing \n* An evening ritual \n* A group energy healing \n* Learning to meditate if this is new to you \n* A takeaway yoga sequence that you can do at home \n* A Boat trip to see the Dolphins \n* Vegetarian food (see below) \n* Plenty of time to chill out (read\, write\, relax) \n* Beach time \n* An evening of traditional Goan Dance performance \n* Optional: Trips to nearby special places including waterfalls and jungle spots \n* Optional: Massages\, energy healings and ayervedic treatments \n* Optional: Cookery classes \n* A holiday with awesome people leaving you refreshed and energised \n \n  \nTypical Day \n\n7am  Meditation\, pranayama\, mantra \n8am  Fruit & Chai \n8.30am  Morning Yoga \n11am Brunch followed \n12.30pm Free time for beach\, exploring\, relaxing\, healing\, treatments \n4pm Afternoon Workshop \n6pm Sunset \n7pm Dinner followed by free time under the stars\, live music\, satsung \n\n \n  \nThe Food: \nWe will have two vegetarian Indian meals daily (brunch and dinner)\, with on-going tea/coffee/filtered water available. The food is made with only local organic ingredients whenever possible and cooked with non-hydrogenated oils (mostly olive oil & ghee). The spices are freshly ground in house. There is a beach-front restaurant just three steps away where we can take complimentary cooking classes. \n  \n\n \n \n  \nThe Accommodation: \nStay in double beach-front\, sea-facing cottages set amidst coconut palm trees on a semi-private beach overlooking the Arabian Sea. The cottages are constructed of local wood\, have an en-suite washroom with Western-style toilets\, and come with a fan\, electric sockets\, towels and very comfortable spring mattresses. The cottages are cleaned everyday and hot water is available at your request. There is complimentary wireless internet available if you need to stay in touch with those back home. \n \nOptional Adventure to Hampi: \nFor those of you that wish to experience an Indian adventure before the retreat\, you can arrive a few days early. We will meet in Goa and head to Hampi together on the train (an experience in itself!). Hampi is a stunning UNESCO heritage site\, located on the banks of River Tungabhadra. \n“Unreal and bewitching\, the forlorn ruins of Hampi dot an unearthly landscape that will leave you spellbound the moment you cast your eyes on it. Heaps of giant boulders perch precariously over miles of undulating terrain\, their rusty hues offset by jade-green palm groves\, banana plantations and paddy fields.” \nThis ancient and magical place has Hindu and Jain temple ruins. We will dive deep into the mythology and trek up to the Hanuman temple\, which is said to be the birth place of the monkey god of courage. \nPlease let me know as soon as possible if you would like to join the adventure so that accommodation and a tour guide can be booked. \n \nThe Details: \nRetreat // Wednesday 1st Feb – Wednesday 8th Feb. Check in 2pm\, check out 11am. No experience necessary\, beginners welcome. \nAdventure // Tuesday 26th Jan – Wednesday 1st Feb. Arrive in Goa and settle\, then head to Hampi on the 27th early morning for four-six days before heading to the retreat on the 1st Feb. (These dates could change slightly as we know numbers for this part and book accommodation). \n  \nThe Price: \nRETREAT // \n£700 for one person sharing a hut (£650 early bird) \n£850 for one person with your own hut and kingsize bed (£800 early bird) \n£1250 for two friends sharing a hut that book together (£1111 early bird) \nBooking can be secured by paying full price or a non-refundable £150 deposit. \nEarly Bird discount from now until 5th December. \nMoney shouldn’t come in the way of wellbeing and fun\, if you would like to pay in instalments this is possible. \nThis price includes accommodation and food. Flights\, airport transfer and car hire not included however as a group we will coordinate this to keep the costs down. Flights are available from London to Goa for £400 if you book soon. \n** Please make sure that you have a valid visa for travel to India. \nADVENTURE // \nCosts will depend on the demand for this. Please indicate as soon as possible if you would be interested in this so that I can find us the best accommodation and a knowledgeable tour guide. I imagine this will cost £300 maximum. \n  \nThe Replenish Effect: \nIt is important that our retreats bring benefit and expansion to all who are involved. We don’t just want you to fly in\, taxi straight to the retreat centre and then leave the country. We make our retreats meaningful in the local community by building partnerships\, supporting independently run businesses and doing all the little things that make a big difference\, like helping you offset the carbon for your travel. You can also make a voluntary contribution to The Replenish Project. Find out more about it here. \n  \n \nAbout Amisha: \n“I attended Amisha’s yoga retreat in Goa. It was amazing! Amisha has a great style of teaching that blends the spiritual and the physical to get the complete yoga experience. I got so much out of it and was able meet my intentions and then some.” James\, Entrepreneur \n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice YOGA.  She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She’s a warm\, wise and lovely person”. Aemilia\, Film Producer \n“Amisha is a gifted yoga teacher that shows her knowledge of both the spiritual and the physical side of yoga\, and teaches both brilliantly. This retreat was life changing and I still hear her voice singing mantras in my head!” Paul\, Entrepreneur \nAmisha is delighted to be offering this retreat in her motherland of India\, where both her parents are from. Amisha has spent extensive time in India since she was a child learning about her culture. Having grown up in the UK\, she is able to offer an international perspective to yoga\, combined with a native heart. This is her second year teaching in India. \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, Amisha Ghadiali teaches vinyasa style yoga that is influenced by the anusara tradition\, flowing with nature. Her classes are strong yet relaxing\, focused on clear alignment and moving from the heart. She has a calming presence and uses playful theming\, mantra and experience of exploring world wisdom traditions\, to leave her students with magic\, grounding and joy they can bring into their daily lives. \nShe is a 500 Hour certified teacher since completing her advanced teacher training in Rasa Yoga with Sianna Sherman\, and has also trained as a priestess. There will be mudra\, mantra\, mythology\, pranayama\, ritual and play in the yoga sessions on the retreat. Each day will be themed with a different indian god or goddess\, learning their story and what they represent inside us. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful busy london life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made living in the city much more joyful\, rewarding and balanced. This inspires her to teach in London and offer retreats and workshops for a deeper experience. \nShe is a reiki master and intuitive healer who works with clients to clear blockages for greater freedom and empowerment. Amisha has been designing jewellery for her own label with the tagline “elegance rebellion” since 2006 working with semi-precious stones. She brings all this awareness to offer a holsitic approach to her clients and students. \nAmisha is also a writer and speaker on all aspects of conscious and green living. A big part of her ‘yoga’ is about how we relate to the world around us and make a difference. How we embody our values. Her words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre. She has spoken at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & Burning Man. Amisha is Co-Founder of 108 London\, a yoga studio without walls that curates events across London. \n  \nHow to Book: \nIf you have any questions or like to reserve you place\, please contact Amisha on takeamoment@amisha.co.uk URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/goa-soul-retreat-temple-adventure/ LOCATION:Cola Beach\, Goa\, India CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Goa-Soul.png ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20161114T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180701T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160225T042824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180707T221635Z UID:4223-1479110400-1530464400@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Hold A Private Retreat DESCRIPTION:Would you like a private retreat for you and your group. It could be for a hen do\, a birthday celebration\, a work away weekend\, or a getaway with friends. We can decide on the perfect place\, and schedule of activities for you and make it happen. \ne-mail takeamoment@amisha.co.uk to discuss your needs URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/hold-a-private-retreat/ CATEGORIES:Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/11050758_10153042748687283_8029512971796820977_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Lisbon:20161102T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Lisbon:20161107T110000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160403T110912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160928T134513Z UID:4298-1478102400-1478516400@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Web Summit Slow Up DESCRIPTION:Going to Lisbon for the Web Summit? Come and slow up with other tech entrepreneurs first. \n“slow up” = slowing down to up your energy\, productivity and purpose \nAs you know running a business and travelling around the world to network is exhausting and high pressure. This Slow Up is designed to give you time to enjoy Portugal for a few days\, connect to other entrepreneurs and make time for yourself so that you can show up to the conference and your business as your best self. \nWe will spend the first few days getting to know each other\, learning meditation and yoga\, & sharing wisdom tips for entrepreneurs. This will be followed by two days of co-working so that you can get on top of everything before we travel to web summit. \n \nThe retreat includes: \n* Morning mindfulness meditation (beginner friendly) \n* Yoga Sessions (beginner friendly) \n* Sessions on Wisdom Leadership including purpose\, communication and health \n* Delicious healthy meals \n* Time in nature\, by the sea \n* Deep networking with people like you \n* Co-working days \n* Optional: intuitive energy healing \n* Optional: Daily Surf Lessons \n* A break with awesome people leaving you refreshed and energised ready for Web Summit \n\n \n \n \n \nThe Details \n  \nWisdom Leadership: \nWisdom Leadership brings together contemporary and ancient wisdom to inspire brilliant entrepreneurs. Most of us operate at less than half of our human potential. These tools and exercises shake us up\, to find more depth and skill within ourselves. This includes mindfulness\, effective communication\, understanding our purpose and stepping more fully into our power. \n  \nArrival & Departure: \nArrive at 4pm on Wednesday 2nd November\, and leave at 11am on Monday 7th November to get back to Lisbon and settled before the Web Summit Opening Ceremony at 6.30pm. \n  \nSchedule: \nWed – Arrive and Connect \nThurs & Fri – Wisdom Leadership \nSat & Sun – Co-working (with morning yoga\, meditation and optional surfing) \nMon – Head to Web Summit \n  \nLocation: \nThe Surfcastle is located just 1.5 hrs from Lisbon on the beachfront 5 km from Fort of Peniche and 9 km from Praia da Consolação beach. \n  \nAccommodation: \nYou will be sharing twin or triple rooms in the main house of the Surfcastle and in a small house next door. \n  \nThe Price: \n750 Euros or £650 per person \nBooking can be secured by paying full price or a non-refundable £150 deposit. Full balance due by 17th October. \nThis price includes accommodation\, activities and food. Transport from Lisbon not included. \nIf you wish to enjoy surf school\, it is an additional 100 Euros for a daily two hour lesson. \n  \nAbout Your Facilitator: \nThis retreat are led by Amisha Ghadiali\, an award winning social entrepreneur whose career has included demanding roles in the political\, sustainability and tech start-up worlds. She combines this knowledge of what is realistic and what makes the difference in a serious working environment\, with her deep knowledge of sustainable living\, mindfulness and yoga. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful busy london life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made living in the city much more joyful\, rewarding and balanced. This inspires her to teach in London and offer retreats and workshops for a deeper experience. \nIn particular she likes to support entrepreneurs as she knows too well the pitfalls of burnout\, and the pressures of forging a path untravelled. \n  \nThere are only twelve places available on this Slow Up. Please apply here if you would like to join us\, or email takeamoment@amisha.co.uk with any questions.  \n  \n \n\n \nPowered byTypeform URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/web-summit-slow/ CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Web-Summit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20161014T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20161016T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160626T054537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160706T090240Z UID:4407-1476457200-1476637200@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:The Heart of Transformation - Yoga & Meditation Retreat DESCRIPTION:  \nYoga . Meditation . Healing . Sound . Ceremony \nOctober 14-16th 2016 \n \n  \nJoin us for the October full moon weekend on a beautiful countryside estate in Norfolk\, where we will dive deep into the heart of transformation\, exploring movement\, stillness and healing practices. We have designed this Autumn yoga and meditation retreat at the turning of the seasons\, to nourish your body\, calm your mind and brighten your spirit for the Winter months ahead. \nThe journey of transformation calls for us to make time and space for ourselves to nurture and strengthen our body and be boldly curious of our inner world. Over the weekend the yoga practice will be both deep and challenging as well as quiet and nurturing. To strengthen\, open and harmonise the body\, mind and heart. We will explore meditation techniques and conscious breath to guide us towards more presence and freedom. \nVenturing beyond the yoga practices to find greater awareness and understanding we will share stories and intention\, join in sacred ceremony with cacao and sound healing and enter ritual under the full moon. Cacao is a potent yet gentle plant that helps us to open up the heart and offers a loving space through which explore ourselves more intimately. This full moon in Aries is the perfect opportunity to let go of tensions or old patterns and clear space for growth and manifestation. \nThe Heart of Transformation offers a weekend of discovery and healing\, new friends and delicious vegan food in a safe and beautiful space. We hope you will join us to dance in the heart-fire and under the moonlight. \n \nThe retreat includes: \n* Morning meditation \n* Four long yoga sessions including mantra\, mudra\, pranayama and asana \n* Learning to meditate if this is new to you \n* Delicious Vegan meals \n* Time in nature \n* Cacao and Sound Healing Ceremony \n* Full Moon Ritual \n* Optional: Massages and intuitive energy healings \n* A break with awesome people leaving you refreshed and energised \n \n \n \nThe Food: \nDelicious vegan meals will be served throughout the weekend. Healthy locally sourced and organic wherever possible. Wholesome and nutritious\, cooked with love and without compromising on flavour. \n  \nThe Venue: \nWest Lexham is a unique and wonderful place\, 2 hours from London\, 75 minutes from Cambridge and 45 minutes from Norwich. It is a work of passion and is crafted out of the heritage building that are the legacy of over 1000 years of farming and stewardship of nature. Set in a protected valley with the UK’s cleanest chalk stream it is verdant and bursting with nature. It has floating water meadows\, ancient trees\, lakes and formal gardens for you to explore. It is 90% run on renewables with solar panels for power and a woodchip boiler for heat. All the water is fresh from the chalk aquifer making it rich in minerals and taste delicious. They have created an oasis in which to actually live that creative\, healthy and empowered future\, to bring out the best in everyone. \n  \nThe Accommodation: \nThe luxury ensuite bedrooms are nestled in a courtyard around the barn\, combining rustic charm with contemporary innovations. Reclaimed wood and original farm doors have been used along side the original timber beams to add splashes of colour and authenticity to the rooms. Each bedroom has original artworks and handmade curtains and cushions. All of the bedrooms and bathrooms have under floor heating and super comfortable mattresses with high quality cotton linen.\n \nThe Details: \nFriday 14th til Sunday 16th October. Arrive for 3pm on the Friday\, we end at 4.30pm on Sunday. \nNo experience necessary\, beginners welcome. \n  \nThe Price: \n£360 per person sharing a double or twin room\, £335 per person sharing a triple. \nEarly bird prices\, if booking before July 31st\, £310 for double\, £285 for triple. \nSingle rooms available on request\, please contact us to discuss your needs. \nBooking can be secured by paying full price or a non-refundable £150 deposit. \nMoney shouldn’t come in the way of wellbeing and fun\, if you would like to pay in instalments this is possible. \nThis price includes accommodation and food. Transport to West Lexham not included. We will organise a lift share and arrange for people coming on the train to share taxis from Downham Market to reduce costs and our environmental impact. \n \nYour Hosts: \nAmisha & Mischa met through an advanced teacher training with Sianna Sherman. They first bonded over nearly having the same name\, and then as their journeys unfolded found a mutual love and motivation towards the discovery of yoga as both dedicated teachers and students. They have spent time in India together visiting temples and deepening their practice and continue to inspire and compliment one another with their passion and curiosity to challenge both themselves and their students towards growth. \n“The mountain light retreat was a sweet breath of fresh air. Mischa is a truly inspiring teacher who in four short days has helped me deepen my relationship to yoga and further the spiritual connection to my physical practice.” Loren\, Music Producer \n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice YOGA.  She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She’s a warm\, wise and lovely person”. Aemilia\, Film Producer \n“I can’t express the transformation I experienced in both body and mind the retreat with Mischa.  She truly is an inspirational teacher.  What a blessing to have a whole week with her!  As a teacher myself\, I recognise the hard work and dedication that goes into these retreats and I can only say that Mischa has a true gift for sharing her strong\, soulful yoga in a way that truly connects you back to your root and to the universe as a whole.  I learnt so much about myself and about the beautiful gift that is Yoga.  Her energy is so nurturing and her passion and dedication to the practice shines through. I cannot wait for the next one! Thank you Mischa\, for continuing to inspire me on my journey.” Sally-Anne\, Yoga Teacher \n“Amisha is a gifted yoga teacher that shows her knowledge of both the spiritual and the physical side of yoga\, and teaches both brilliantly. This retreat was life changing and I still hear her voice singing mantras in my head!” Paul\, Entrepreneur \nAbout Mischa: \n \nMischa teaches a heartfelt practice with creative sequencing\, a deep focus on breath and alignment and a combination of strong steady flow and longer holds to both uplift and tap into the stillness. She draws her understanding from a number of styles and traditions\, particularly inspired by the philosophy and practices of the Tantric lineages. Her classes are woven with philosophy\, myth and stories and include music\, chanting and ritual.   \nMischa also works with Ayurvedic Yoga Massage\, a beautiful combination of deep tissue massage with assisted yoga stretches and alignment\, and Reiki to support the physical and energetic healing process. She is inspired by the potential of these practices to transform\, expand and heal and is committed to her own study and practice as the foundation of her teaching. \nHaving been based in London teaching across some of the leading studios she is now a travelling yogini who spends her between Asia and Europe studying\, practicing and teaching. Mischa’s teaching is passionate and knowledgeable\, her intention is to both challenge and restore\, holding a space for individuals to open\, reflect and absorb and you will be taken on a journey of self inquiry and unfolding. \n  \nAbout Amisha: \n \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, Amisha Ghadiali teaches vinyasa style yoga that is influenced by the anusara tradition\, flowing with nature. Her classes are strong yet relaxing\, focused on clear alignment and moving from the heart. She has a calming presence and uses playful theming\, mantra and experience of exploring world wisdom traditions\, to leave her students with magic\, grounding and joy they can bring into their daily lives. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful busy london life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made living in the city much more joyful\, rewarding and balanced. This inspires her to teach in London and offer retreats and workshops for a deeper experience. \nShe is a reiki master and intuitive healer who works with clients to clear blockages for greater freedom and empowerment. Amisha has been designing jewellery for her own label with the tagline “elegance rebellion” since 2006 working with semi-precious stones. She brings all this awareness to offer a holsitic approach to her clients and students. \n  \nAbout Gavin: \nGavin Kendrick is a sound therapist\, healer and kitchen alchemist whose spiritual path includes depth explorations of meditation\, ceremonial magic and herbalism. For several years he has been crafting exquisite elixirs from Guatemalan cacao and guiding shamanic sound journeys through the elements. This weekend\, Gavin will be preparing a high vibration menu to support our retreat\, using organic and locally-sourced ingredients. \nHow to Book: \nIf you have any questions or like to reserve your place\, please contact Amisha on takeamoment@amisha.co.uk or Mischa on info@mischavarmuza.com URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/heart-transformation-yoga-meditation-retreat-mischa-varmuza/ LOCATION:West Lexham\, West Lexham Manor\, Nr Kings Lynn\, Norfolk\, PE32 2QN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Retreat-The-Heart-of-Transformation.png ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20161011T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20161031T230000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20161011T082953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161011T082953Z UID:4511-1476172800-1477954800@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:October London Classes DESCRIPTION:I am not teaching regular weekly classes at the moment. Here is where you can find me for the rest of the month including some cover at The Life Centre (mostly Notting Hill) and some moon stuff in Highbury. Always lovely to see friendly faces.\nTues 11th * 12.45-2pm : Yoga at The Life Centre\, Islington\nThurs 13th * 9.45-11am: Yoga at The Life Centre\, Notting Hill\nFri 14th – Sun 16th * Weekend Retreat: The Heart of Transformation at West Lexham with Mischa Varmuza\nMon 17th * 9.45am-11am: Yoga at The Life Centre\, Notting Hill\nMon 17th * 5.30-6.30pm: Yoga at The Life Centre\, Notting Hill\nTues 18th * 7.30-9.30pm: Full Moon Ritual at Shiva in the Sky\, Highbury\nWed 19th* 9.30-10.45am: Yoga at The Life Centre\, Notting Hill\nTues 25th* 7.30-9.30pm: The Art of Anointing Ritual at Shiva in the Sky\, Highbury\nSat 29th* 10am-12pm: Diwali Yoga Workshop at Shiva in the Sky\, Highbury\nMon 31st * 9.45am-11am: Yoga at The Life Centre\, Notting Hill\nMon 31st * 5.30-6.30pm: Yoga at The Life Centre\, Notting Hill\nMon 31st* 7.45-9.45pm: New Moon Ritual at Shiva in the Sky\, Highbury URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/october-london-classes/ LOCATION:Shiva In The Sky\, Highbury\, London\, N5 1BA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Retreats,Ritual,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/14670696_10153964938862283_7014272170965637397_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160923T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160925T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160905T102325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160905T102325Z UID:4449-1474617600-1474822800@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:West Lexham Convergence DESCRIPTION:I am looking forward to sharing and taking part in this. \nWe have made the perfect micro festival to bring together those who want to explore the deeper aspects of life and optimise their wellbeing. Come and meet like minds and experience a holistic range of practices from dance\, meditation\, yoga\, painting\, walking in nature\, massage\, coaching\, art & nutrition. We are building a community to those who want to bring more of this into their lives and loves. Please come and join us. \nMore information here URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/west-lexham-convergence/ LOCATION:Shiva In The Sky\, Highbury\, London\, N5 1BA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Festivals,Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/b9c112ef20fd999f63e58ebce7b627a1_f1302.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160906T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160906T213000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160830T174601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160905T100444Z UID:4439-1473188400-1473197400@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Yoga & Daal with Mischa Varmuza DESCRIPTION:An evening of yoga practices\, meditation and food at Shiva in the Sky. \nJoin Amisha and Mischa for a 90 minute practice followed by a guided meditation and sweet relaxation. \nAfterwards we will share food and tea together. \nIf anyone is interested in joining us for the weekend retreat in October this will also be a perfect opportunity to experience some of the practices and ask us any questions. \nSuggested donation – £15 \nBook here URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/yoga-daal-mischa-varmuza/ LOCATION:Shiva In The Sky\, Highbury\, London\, N5 1BA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community,Meditation,Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/yoga-daal.png ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160903T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160403T104421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160701T000719Z UID:4296-1472904000-1473508800@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Greek Island Soul - Yoga & Meditation Beach Retreat DESCRIPTION:Come and bliss out for a whole week on the magical isle of Paros with yoga\, meditation and basking in the sunshine. \nEnjoy the crystal clear waters\, a slow pace of life\, and breathtaking views. A place where we can come and rest\, heal and fully re-charge. \nOver the week we will explore our relationships with the elements and dive into mythology. \nEach day we delight in sunrise and sunset yoga & meditation by the sea. Over the week we will nourish our souls\, detox our bodies and light up our hearts. \n \nThe retreat includes: \n* Morning meditation \n* Two daily yoga sessions (2-3 hours per session as we dive into asana\, mantra\, mudra and myth) \n* Learning to meditate if this is new to you \n* A takeaway yoga sequence that you can do at home \n* New Moon Ritual \n* Adventures to a stunning mud therapy beach \n* Vegetarian nourishing food \n* Plenty of time to chill out (read\, write\, relax) \n* Beach time (we are right by the beach) \n* Pool time (the hotel has a pool) \n* Optional: water sports including scuba diving\, surfing\, sailing \n* Optional: trips into the town centre \n* Optional: trip to local monasteries \n* Optional: massages and healings \n* A holiday with awesome people leaving you refreshed and energised \n \nThe Food: \nDelicious vegetarian brunch and dinner. Healthy locally sourced and organic wherever possible. Wholesome and nutritious\, cooked with love. \nThe Venue & Accommodation: \nWe are hosted by the beautiful Okre Blue Retreat centre\, where we will be doing our yoga and enjoying our meals. We are staying in the stunning Kalimera Paros hotel which is just next door and has a swimming pool. We are just a two min walk from both a quiet secluded beach and a more developed one where there are restaurants\, cafes and water sports. \n \n  \nThe Details: \nSaturday 3rd September – Friday 9th September 2016. \nYou are welcome to arrive on Friday 2nd\, or stay through the weekend of the 10th and 11th if you wish to have a longer trip. \nYou can get to Paros by flying to Athens or Mykonos. From Athens you can fly to Paros or take the ferry from either Pireaus port and Rafina port which takes 3-5 hours. From Mykonos it is a 45 min ferry over. \n \nThe Price: \n£777/ £666 with Early Bird if booked by July 31st. (Sharing a twin room). Single rooms available on request. \nBooking can be secured by paying full price or a non-refundable £150 deposit \nMoney shouldn’t come in the way of wellbeing and fun\, if you would like to pay in installments this is possible. \nThis price includes accommodation and food. Flights\, ferry\, taxis are not included however as a group we will coordinate this to keep the costs down. \n  \n  \nAbout Amisha: \n“I attended Amisha’s yoga retreat in Goa. It was amazing! Amisha has a great style of teaching that blends the spiritual and the physical to get the complete yoga experience. I got so much out of it and was able meet my intentions and then some.” James\, Entrepreneur \n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice YOGA.  She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She’s a warm\, wise and lovely person”. Aemilia\, Film Producer \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, Amisha Ghadiali teaches vinyasa style yoga that is influenced by the anusara tradition\, flowing with nature. Her classes are strong yet relaxing\, focused on clear alignment and moving from the heart. She has a calming presence and uses playful theming\, mantra and experience of exploring world wisdom traditions\, to leave her students with magic\, grounding and joy they can bring into their daily lives. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful busy london life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made living in the city much more joyful\, rewarding and balanced. This inspires her to teach in London and offer retreats and workshops for a deeper experience. \nShe is a reiki master and intuitive healer who works with clients to clear blockages for greater freedom and empowerment. Amisha has been designing jewellery for her own label with the tagline “elegance rebellion” since 2006 working with semi-precious stones. She brings all this awareness to offer a holsitic approach to her clients and students. \nAmisha is also a writer and speaker on all aspects of conscious and green living. A big part of her ‘yoga’ is about how we relate to the world around us and make a difference. How we embody our values. Her words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre. She has spoken at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & Burning Man. Amisha is Co-Founder of 108 London\, a yoga studio without walls that curates events across London. \nHow to Book: \nIf you have any questions or like to reserve you place\, please contact Amisha on takeamoment@amisha.co.uk URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/greek-island-soul-yoga-meditation-beach-retreat/ CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Greek-Island-Soul.png ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160707T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160707T131500 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160617T105503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160617T105503Z UID:4392-1467885600-1467897300@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Home: A Half Day Retreat at Deptford Lounge DESCRIPTION:When was the last time you took the time to go on a half day retreat? No need to go into the countryside\, come and do it right here in Deptford! To begin the retreat\, we will consider the question\, what is home? Is it the place where we live or is it a feeling within ourselves? We will explore our idea of home and the very nature of our identity through simple meditation\, gentle movement and journaling with yoga teacher and author of ‘The Future is Beautiful’\, Amisha Ghadiali. \nWelcome Home.\n\nA festival of arts and wellbeing events brought to you by NOW Live Events\n\nWe are back at Deptford Lounge with a programme of arts and wellbeing activities for all ages. Our events stimulate the senses and lighten the mind with some of the UK’s most inspiring artists and speakers. \nThis year we are focusing on ‘home’; what home really means to you\, how you might feel more at home in yourself\, and how we can take these feelings with us everywhere we go. \nOn offer will be activities spanning live literature\, craft\, poetry\, visual arts\, spoken word\, mindfulness meditation\, wellbeing events\, workshops for families and children and more. \n‘(NOW Live Events) rid us of the myriad modern-day distractions that stop us from embracing the fullness of the present moment… using unconventional artistic methods.’  – The Independent \n\nTICKETED –£7\, £5 concessions\, or as part of your daily / festival pass\nAges 16+ \nBook tickets here – http://www.thealbany.org.uk/event_detail/1843/Deptford%20Lounge/NOW-Live-Events-2016:-Home:-A-Half-Day-Retreat URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/home-half-day-retreat-deptford-lounge/ LOCATION:Deptford Lounge\, 9 Giffin St\, Deptford\, London\, SE8 4RJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Speaking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/DeptfordLounge_HeadGraphic_2016.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160630 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160704 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160403T103819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160509T100829Z UID:4290-1467244800-1467590399@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Yoga in the Forest - Portugal Retreat DESCRIPTION:This one is in a magical spot\, surrounded by forest\, with lakes and waterfalls to swim in. This retreat will connect you deeply to nature and we will explore our inter-connectedness and awareness through yoga\, meditation and spending time on the land. \nA retreat is an opportunity to take some time out of your life for a reboot. They are relaxing\, empowering\, and most importantly\, fun. \n \nThe retreat includes: \n* Morning meditation \n* Two daily yoga sessions (2-3 hours per session) \n* Learning to meditate if this is new to you \n* Three vegetarian home cooked meals per day \n* A group healing ritual \n* Spending time in nature – the gardens\, the spring valley\, the private river swimming beach… \n* A weekend away with great people \n* Star Gazing \n \nThe Venue: \nWe will be staying in a truly magical and transformative place. A partially restored hamlet in its own private valley with a gorgeous river running through it. Here we are surrounded by oaks\, alders\, hawthorns\, wild cherry\, pines and eucalyptus trees\, the hills are covered with heather\, gorse and a multitude of wild flowers and plants. There is an idyllic swimming spot on our land too. We are off-grid\, producing our own electricity and hot water\, we drink from our beautiful spring and use the water from the river. We produce our own organic vegetables and we work with bees. It is a non-profit organisation which promotes reforestation of native trees and conscious awareness. \nThe gardens have been designed in a way that will enhance your practice and enjoyment. We have two practice places\, a very large authentic yurt from Kyrgyzstan (50m2) with an elevated wooden floor\, and an organically shaped outdoor wooden platform shaded under the trees (150m2). There are numerous magical spots on the land like the root circle\, meditation garden\, holy spring valley\, private river swimming beach and more… We have stunning views all around and vast clear skies to marvel at the milky way. \n  \nThe Details: \nA long weekend Thurs 30th June til Sunday 3rd July. \nNo experience necessary\, beginners welcome. \nYou can fly into either Lisbon or Porto\, it’s a two hour journey from here. We can help you with trains\, coaches and transfers.\n \n  \nThe Accommodation: \nYou will be staying in comfortable decked tipis. Each tipi has lovely views\, is set on an individual terrace and is usually shared between 4 guests.  The guest bathroom has 3 showers and a veranda overlooking the permaculture garden and there is a spiral compost toilet with a view. \n  \nThe Price: \nEarly bird £320 (book before May 25th) or £400 (if booking after May 25th). This is based on four people sharing a tipi. \nFor sharing a tipi with two people: £370 (early bird) or £450 \nFor your own tipi: £420 (early bird) or £480 \n  \nHow to book: \nIf you have any questions or would like to book your place\, please contact me (takeamoment(at)amisha.co.uk) \n  \n \n \nAbout Amisha: \n“Amisha has a great style of teaching that blends the spiritual and the physical to get the complete yoga experience. I got so much out of the retreat and was able meet my intentions and then some.” James\, Entrepreneur \n“I came to Amisha’s retreat to learn more about the practice YOGA.  She taught me how to open up more and be in the moment. I loved how she created a space for the whole group to feel at home and safe. She really made me fall in love with Yoga. I will take her knowledge with me for the rest of my life. She’s such a warm\, wise and lovely person”. Aemilia\, Film Producer \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, Amisha’s classes are strong yet relaxing\, focused on clear alignment and moving from the heart. She has a calming presence and uses playful theming\, mantra and experience of exploring world wisdom traditions\, to leave her students with depth\, grounding and joy they can bring into their daily lives. Amisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma and burnout. Her love of teaching comes from experiencing the benefits in herself\, and witnessing the empowerment\, freedom and wellbeing that yoga can bring. She is also a reiki master and intuitive healer. She brings this holistic approach to her classes\, creating space for inner healing and understanding in how we interact with the world around us. Amisha’s teaching style is grounded in Anusara\, her teachers include Sianna Sherman\, Leila Sadeghee and Tara Judelle. \nAs well as teaching Amisha is a creative soul\, and has her jewellery label which makes beautiful pieces with crystals such as malas for chanting mantras. She is the author of The Future is Beautiful and the upcoming Style & Presence. She loves building community which she does though 108 London\, and organises retreats around the world with her new project Replenish. Amisha’s creative work focuses on how we can give back and live sustainable lifestyles\, bringing beauty and global citizenship together. URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/yoga-forest-portugal-retreat/ LOCATION:Gravito\, Portugal CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Yoga-in-the-Forest.png ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160416T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160416T183000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160225T184016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160403T112826Z UID:4227-1460800800-1460831400@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:108 London Day Retreat: Body to Mat + Pen to Paper DESCRIPTION:For our April Day Retreat\, we welcome brilliant guest teachers Tanya Lee Markul and Susanna Harwood Rubin bringing together yoga and writing. \nIf you put your fears aside\, how would you live your life?\nIf there was nothing to lose\, what would you create? If you had an obligation to unleash your creative self in order to truly live\, would you take the leap? Come and find answers to these questions! Join us for a very special one-day creative immersion in London! We’ll blow our minds and grow our hearts through the practices of yoga\, writing\, meditation and ritual. \nCome and move\, stretch and breathe deeply in order to loosen trapped words. Write like crazy to create a fearless openness within your mind\, body & heart. Sit still to ignite intuition & to connect with what is real. And experience rituals that will help you to let go of what no longer serves\, and to manifest what does. \nWe’ll align stars\, connect the dots\, and follow the breadcrumbs back to your creatively wild heart. \nFor more information and to book your place – http://www.108.london/events/2016/4/9/108-london-day-retreat-april URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/108-london-day-retreat-yoga-creative-immersion/ LOCATION:Ace Hotel\, 100 Shoreditch High Street\, London\, E1 6JQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/fearless-flyer-front.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160213T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160213T183000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160202T185312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160202T185312Z UID:4209-1455361200-1455388200@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:108 London Day Retreat: LOVE DESCRIPTION:a 108London day retreat\n\nyoga\, meditation\, food and love guaranteed \n11am LOVE your mind: Mantra and meditation. A favourite 108 London practice to set the tone for the day (every day) and connect to your heart centre. \n11:45am LOVE your body: Yoga to connect with your breath\, open your heart and begin to move with effortless grace and ease. \n1:45pm LOVE your belly: Lunch of heart nourishing food (low cholesterol obviously) \n3:15pm LOVE your soul: Learn to see your life through rose-tinted glasses\, at will\, as if everything were conspiring to shower you with blessings. \n5:15pm LOVE your community: make friends\, drink tea\, eat cake and feel loved. \n5:45pm LOVE 108 London: closing circle \n6:30pm end (all times are approximate) \n\n\n\n\nThe Afternoon: Being Our Own Valentine – An immersive Adventure into Love with Tiu de Haan\nThis 2 hour experiential workshop is all about learning to see your life through rose-tinted glasses\, at will\, as if everything were conspiring to shower you with blessings – and then\, once you’ve got the knack\, going out into the world to spread the joy through covert random acts of love\, kindness and beauty. We will have a magical adventure out on the streets\, leaving love letters for strangers and leaving a trail of sparkly deeds as we go.\nTo close\, we will seal the deal with a very special ritual\, committing to keeping your love alive – for yourself\, for others and for the world. \nTiu de Haan is a celebrant\, creative facilitator\, writer and coach. She has been running magical workshops for over a decade\, reminding people of all ages how to see the magic in the mundane. She also creates non religious ceremonies including weddings\, funerals\, baby naming and other rituals that touch the heart and connect us to ourselves and each other. \nThe Morning: Yoga & Love Healing with Amisha Ghadiali & Carley Small\nOpen your heart to the joy and magic within yourself and shine the light of love on every being. See only the love in every situation. Delicious heart flow yoga with Carley Small. Connect with your breath\, open your heart and begin to connect with the effortless grace and ease of movement your body is so yearning for. We will find a stable grounding and connection to the earth and reality through strengthening poses then from here our hearts will open into magnificent backbends where we discover that when we open our hearts the world is limitless and ever abundant. \nAmisha Ghadiali will then lead us into a group healing on the theme of love\, clearing patterns that are holding us back from experiencing the fullness of our own hearts and opening more space to feel the vibrant beauty of love. \nCarley Small‘s qualifications include a 200 hour teacher training with Tara Judelle\, Leila Sadeghee and Bridget Luff and a further 200 hour teacher training with Tara Judelle and Scott Lyons in Embodied Flow™. Her classes are tailored to meet the students and the class however generally they consist of a strong flow with emphasis on alignment. Carley is dedicated to her own practice and to serving her students and has so much gratitude for all of her teachers and students. \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, Amisha Ghadiali’s classes are strong yet relaxing\, focused on clear alignment and moving from the heart. She has a calming presence and uses playful theming\, mantra and experience of exploring world wisdom traditions\, to leave her students with depth\, grounding and joy they can bring into their daily lives. She is also a reiki master and intuitive healer. Just in time for this retreat she will be launching her new collection of malas. \nFor more information and tickets\, head to www.108.london URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/108-london-day-retreat-love/ LOCATION:Coate Studios\, 37 Coate Street\, London\, E2 9AG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/static1.squarespace.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160120T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160127T110000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20151022T194157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160110T172720Z UID:4011-1453298400-1453892400@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:Goa Soul // Yoga Retreat - India January 2016 DESCRIPTION:Looking for a space to re-charge\, heal and get in touch with your creativity? \nCome and bliss out for a whole week in Goa yoga\, meditation and basking in the sunshine. Escape the winter and bathe in the light of the sun\, with the shimmering waters. \nOur home will be Bamboo Yoga\, a beachside retreat centre in South Goa. A stunning quiet spot\, where you can relax\, and give yourself space to start the new year in the most nourishing and energising way. \nEach day we delight in sunrise and sunset yoga & meditation by the sea. Over the week we will nourish our souls\, detox our bodies and light up our hearts. \n \n  \nThe retreat includes: \n* Morning meditation \n* Two daily yoga sessions (2-3 hours per session) \n* Learning to meditate if this is new to you \n* A takeaway yoga sequence that you can do at home \n* A Boat trip to see the Dolphins and do a silent meditation \n* Vegetarian food (see below) \n* Plenty of time to chill out (read\, write\, relax) \n* Beach time \n  \n* Optional: massages\, energy healings and ayervedic treatments \n* A holiday with awesome people leaving you refreshed and energised \n \nTypical Day \n\n7am  Meditation\, pranayama\, mantra \n8am  Breakfast (fruit\, fresh juice\, chai) \n8.30am  Morning asana practise \n11am Brunch followed \n12.30pm Free time for beach\, exploring\, relaxing\, healing\, treatments \n4.30pm Afternoon asana practice \n6pm Sunset \n7pm Dinner followed by free time under the stars\, live music\, satsung \n\n  \n \nThe Food: \nDelicious vegetarian menu made with attention for international guests. Healthy locally sourced and organic wherever possible. Wholesome and nutritious\, cooked with love and without compromising on flavour. \n• Sunrise breakfast: Fresh power juices\, tropical fruit salads\, teas \n• Lunch and dinner: Goan inspired\, vegetarian delicacy buffet with fresh salads \n• Optional extras: sea food\, smoothies\, healthy snack \n \n  \nThe Venue: \nBamboo Yoga Retreat is situated on the quiet corner of Patnem Beach\, in South Goa\, India. They are known for their friendly team and welcoming atmosphere\, where an international clientele feel at home. An unspoilt part of Goa\, the centre is built on fine\, white sand between the relics of a sacred Hindu site and the ocean. Accommodation is in beautiful ensuite bamboo beach bungalows with ocean & mountain views that are built every season after the monsoon rains\, using local organic materials\, our bungalow style beach huts are simply stylish\, comfortable\, private and eco-friendly. Attached bathrooms with western style toilets are open to the sky for the magical experience of showering under the stars. \n  \nThe Details: \nWednesday 20th January – Wednesday 27th January. Check in 2pm\, check out 11am. No experience necessary\, beginners welcome. \n  \nThe Price: \n£620 for one person sharing a hut \n£795 for one person with your own hut \n£1111 for two friends sharing a hut that book together \nBooking can be secured by paying full price or a non-refundable £150 deposit. \nMoney shouldn’t come in the way of wellbeing and fun\, if you would like to pay in instalments this is possible. \nThis price includes accommodation and food. Flights\, airport transfer and car hire not included however as a group we will coordinate this to keep the costs down. Please make sure that you have a valid visa for travel to India.\n  \n \nAbout Amisha: \nAmisha is delighted to be offering this retreat in her motherland of India\, where both her parents are from. Amisha has spent extensive time in India since she was a child learning about her culture. Having grown up in the UK\, she is able to offer an international perspective to yoga\, combined with a native heart. \nWith a love of yoga and meditation that has spanned over a decade\, Amisha Ghadiali teaches vinyasa style yoga that is influenced by the anusara tradition\, flowing with nature. Her classes are strong yet relaxing\, focused on clear alignment and moving from the heart. She has a calming presence and uses playful theming\, mantra and experience of exploring world wisdom traditions\, to leave her students with magic\, grounding and joy they can bring into their daily lives. \nAmisha has used these practices in her own life to work with trauma including recovering from being run over by a pick-up truck. She has lived that typical stressful busy london life\, and found that bringing a soulful healthy approach to her every day made living in the city much more joyful\, rewarding and balanced. This inspires her to teach in London and offer retreats and workshops for a deeper experience. \nShe is a reiki master and intuitive healer who works with clients to clear blockages for greater freedom and empowerment. Amisha has been designing jewellery for her own label with the tagline “elegance rebellion” since 2006 working with semi-precious stones. She brings all this awareness to offer a holsitic approach to her clients and students. \nAmisha is also a writer and speaker on all aspects of conscious and green living. A big part of her ‘yoga’ is about how we relate to the world around us and make a difference. How we embody our values. Her words have appeared in publications including The Huffington Post\, Rebelle Society & Ecouterre. She has spoken at events and festivals around the world such as TEDx Oxbridge\, Sunday Papers Live & Burning Man. Amisha is Co-Founder of 108 London\, a yoga studio without walls that curates events across London. \n  \nHow to Book: \nIf you have any questions or like to reserve you place\, please contact Amisha on takeamoment@amisha.co.uk URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/goa-soul-yoga-retreat-india-january-2016/ LOCATION:Bamboo Yoga Retreat\, Patnem Beach\, Goa\, India CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Goa-Soul.png ORGANIZER;CN="Amisha Yoga & Meditation ":MAILTO:takeamoment (at) amisha.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160103T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160103T173000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20160103T031205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160103T031205Z UID:4199-1451831400-1451842200@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:108 London Day Retreat: 2016 DESCRIPTION:108 London Day Retreat: 2016 – New Year…New Intentions… New Vision \nCome together and spend the last afternoon of your holidays with beautiful people for a bright beginning to 2016. \nAn afternoon of mantra\, meditation\, yoga\, intention setting\, tea and cake! \nMove your body\, raise your voices and connect to community. \nWith 108 London’s Amisha Ghadiali\, Jessica Green and Nikki Levitan. \nThis is a time of year we begin to feel motivated to bring new goals and dreams into our life. So how can we make our goals and dreams become more of a reality? And how can we get clear on what it is we really want and then keep our visions alive all year round? \nAmisha & Jessica will guide the mantra and yoga and of course the tea and cake ceremony. \nNikki will guide us though a mediation and visualisation to explore the vision we want to create in 2016 for ourselves\, our communities and our world. \nThis is taking place in a beautiful sky high private home in Islington. A short walk from Highbury & Islington tube station. Full address will be sent to you upon booking. \nTickets available here – http://www.108.london/events/2016/1/3/108-london-new-year URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/108-london-day-retreat-2016/ LOCATION:Shiva In The Sky\, Highbury\, London\, N5 1BA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/108-London-Call.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20151120T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20151122T183000 DTSTAMP:20260503T111840 CREATED:20151029T103126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151029T103126Z UID:4023-1448046000-1448217000@amisha.co.uk SUMMARY:108 London Winter reTREAT DESCRIPTION:We are creating a special Winter reTREAT for the 108 London community. It will be an opportunity for us to come together and nourish our souls before everything goes mental with Christmas parties and the boozy lead into the holidays.. \nAs ever\, 108 London is all about you and what you want to contribute and experience. So we held an open call for people to come forward and share what they wanted to offer. The only criteria was that it came from the heart. \nRESERVE YOUR PLACE \nHere is the schedule: \nFriday 20 November:\n7pm – Scared Singing and Pot Luck Dinner \nSaturday 21 November:\n10-10.45am – Welcome Mantra with 108 Amisha Ghadiali & Jessica Green\n10.45-12.45pm – Creating Space for Grace with Zenia Bond\n12.45-2pm Lunch and Off The Mat into the World Conversation\n2-3pm – Happy Feet! with Sophie Clyde\n3-4pm – Story Workshop: The Crescent Moon Bear with Laura Francis\n4-4.30pm – Tea Break\n4.30-6.30pm – Body & Soul – Vinyasa Flow with a Soulful Soundscape with Bridget Luff & Mara Simpson\n6.30-8.30pm – Sacred Songbath: A Dive into Stillness with Vaishnavi Brassey\n8.30pm – Dinner and with presentation of  Zena Hitchin’s artwork Seeing The Light \nSunday 22 November\n10.30-11: Welcome Mantra with 108 Amisha Ghadiali & Jessica Green\n11-12.30pm: Gratitude – A Mindfulness tool for Transformation with  Nikki Levitan\n12.30-1.30pm: Freeing the Throat Chakra with Katie Hayward\n1.30-3pm: Lunch with Abby Dixon sharing her poem A letter to a Mother from a Daughter on the Road\n3-4.30pm: Become a Super Foods and Spice Shaman with Heather Umlah\n4.30-6.30pm: The Art of Rest – Restorative Yoga & Reiki with Niki Brown. \nFriday Night – Free (booking a ticket is required as space is limited) \nSaturday & Sunday – £150 (including all meals) \nSaturday – £108 (including lunch and dinner) \nSunday – £64 (including lunch) \nIf you would like to come and soak up the magic\, book your tickets here. \nMore Details on www.108.london URL:https://amisha.co.uk/event/108-london-winter-retreat/ LOCATION:Coate Studios\, 37 Coate Street\, London\, E2 9AG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amisha.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/12065908_692618560837959_262996912659116055_n.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR