winter into spring
Living in tune with the rhythm of nature and internal seasons is a key value at Viveka Gardens, and winter into spring has a sense of rest, new beginnings and quiet reflection.
A day retreat at Viveka Gardens gives you rest and perspective. With restorative yoga, yoga nidra, meditation walk on the land, journalling, yummy vegan soulfood and experienced and intuitive holding from Fiona, owner and host.
Sunday afternoon workshops include restorative or gentle yoga, nidra and a tasty teatime treat.
December 21 Solstice Day Retreat: The Resting Point of the Year
As the sun comes to a stop, we stop too. With yoga and nidra we’ll relax and gather poise
January 2 New Year Hopes and Plans – Online Day Retreat
Explore and embed your good intentions with yoga practices and rest that is both transformative and empowering. Special offer on coaching programme for participants
February 1 Imbolc & Candlemas Day Retreat
Imbolc: the Celtic cross quarter festival between winter solstice and spring equinox. The sun takes a little extra leap in day length. We’ll tune into the story of Brigid with her crown of flame, and the blessed new light of Candlemas.
February 9 Cooking with Pulses – practical and tasty workshop
It’s World Pulses Day on 10th February, a celebration of beans and lentils, easily grown and nutritious. Arrive in time for a light lunch and we’ll be cooking, snacking and learning through the afternoon.
March 9 ONLINE Pranayama Workshop
Explore yogic breathwork for improved physical and mental wellbeing. Expand your yoga practice and support meditation This workshop will explain and develop your pranayama.
March 22 Spring Equinox Day Retreat
Mid Spring, equal days and nights. The vital force is gathering with the first flowers and brave bees. It’s a threshold moment and a chance to take stock
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
possibility of staying either night – contact to discuss
Afternoon Workshops
2.30 – 5.30 or 6pm includes practice and snack
