Autumn/Winter 25/26
Living in tune with the rhythm of nature and internal seasons is a key value at Viveka Gardens,
Autumn into winter has a sense of rest, quiet reflection and going deeper.
With restorative yoga, yoga nidra, meditation walk on the land, journalling, circle and yummy vegan soulfood, a day retreat at Viveka Gardens gives nourishment and new perspective. There’s nurturing vegan soulfood, a warm and welcome space, and experienced and intuitive holding from Fiona, owner and host.
December 7th: Embracing Elderhood the gift
At the feast of St Nicholas – Sinterklaas – we examine the gifts we have to give, and the gifts we want in this season of our lives. For women 55+, some perhaps returning from previous Elderhood retreats, to build on our wisdom, insight and intent.
In the menopause season of our life there are changes in our body, changes in how we are seen and heard, changes in our spirit and our aims. Let’s explore our elderhood, and embrace it.
December 21st: The Resting Point of the Year Winter Solstice Day Retreat
As the sun comes to a stop, we stop too. With yoga practices, journalling and circle we’ll relax and gather poise, as the year poises. We’ll feel into the sensation of the still point, and the wisdom that can flow there, to have it with us in days to come.
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January 2nd: New Year Hopes and Plans Online
Explore and embed your good intentions. With an alternation of cognitive reflection (journalling, circle) and dreamy space for intuition (gentle yoga, yoga nidra), this day will be transformative and empowering.
February 1st: Imbolc and Candlemas
Imbolc: the Celtic cross quarter festival between winter solstice and spring equinox. The sun takes a little extra leap in day length. The land has the first intimations of spring. We’ll tune into the story of Brigid with her crown of flame, and the blessed new light of Candlemas. Let’s ground ourselves and get an intimation of what is flickering in us this season.
March 22nd: Spring Equinox
The vital force is gathering with the first flowers and brave bees. It’s a threshold moment and a chance to take stock: where are we up to and what is our heart’s prayer for the next stage?
Why not consider a personal day retreat? Or a bespoke retreat for you and friends or fellow practitioners.
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Feedback from recent retreats
The quiet day retreat at Viveka was utterly wonderful. I’ve been to yoga retreats and workshops all over the world and I feel so grateful to have found such a special place on my doorstep in Devon. Fiona held space beautifully for the group and we were able to relax into deep practice at the physical and emotional level. It was also wonderful to be fed such beautiful nourishing food. It was a much needed day of repose and rest and I will be back as soon as possible! V, North Tawton
I booked a quiet day at Viveka Gardens so I could prioritise myself and find time for peace and contemplation. Viveka is a special place: so restorative and peaceful. Fiona was warm and compassionate and made me feel so cared for. The yoga was nourishing, and the food was superb. I left feeling rested, loved and restored. I’ll definitely be booking again, and I’m keen to try more yoga nidra – sleepy yoga is my kind of yoga! E, North Tawton
“The most lovely retreat day with embodiment, but also wonderfully wise words and practices were offered so it was indeed a holistic retreat. I had some insights that have been very helpful so am really grateful for the day.” O, Bath
Viveka… a calm sanctuary to restore balance, a safe space to feel heard and reconnect to yourself. Fiona has a wealth of knowledge and supported me to deeply relax and give myself some much needed inner focus. Wholesome food, nurturing space. Highly recommend x L, Okehampton
Day Retreats
10 – 4 includes lunch, teas, practice
£75
Viveka Gardens is keen to make yoga available to all – bursaries for those on low/no income. Please contact to discuss
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