Yoga in Turkey with Catherine Annis

Catherine was originally a professional dancer and has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. Catherine Annis She holds a Masters degree in ballet studies and is a qualified Thai massage practitioner, and it is this interest in the body which informs and inspires her teaching. She has studied Sivananda, Ashtanga and various forms of Hatha yoga before gravitating to the teachings of Vanda Scaravelli, and now teaches popular classes and workshops at Triyoga and her private practice.

Turkey yoga holidays

Huzur Vadisi

The feeling at Huzur Vadisi is very much of being a houseguest - the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and particularly welcoming to people holidaying on their own. Huzur Vadisi has a beautiful natural stone swimming pool for you to relax by and a traditional wooden kosk, which is not unlike an exotic tree house, and is a favourite spot for siestas!

Accommodation is in nomadic yurts, circular domed "tents", made on a wooden trellis frame. Comfortable and spacious, in hot weather the apex of the roof is left open to the sky, the so called "Eye of Heaven" - at night you can see the stars from your bed. Equipped with "proper" beds, electricity, wooden floors and home comforts, it is definitely not camping!
Groups average about twenty people.

Food at Huzur Vadisi is delicious, mainly vegetarian and based on fresh local produce - fruit, vegetables, pulses, nuts, cheeses and yoghurt.

Accomodation at the retreat

Yoga at Huzur Vadisi
We will have two, two hour sessions each day, with one day off for free time, relaxing, and exploring the local area. In Huzur Vadisi, we can take a full day’s boat trip along the coast. (Not included in cost).

Scaravelli inspired yoga encourages slow and gentle explorations of the body and mind, focusing on gently awakening physical awareness. Based on her dance training and interest in smooth functioning of the body, Catherine’s approach is gentle and intuitive. Each session becomes a journey into alignment, breath, and the effect of gravity, to reveal and release the natural freedom of the body, particularly the spine. This approach to yoga gradually enables us to reveal long-held patterns and begin to shift blocks and improve our overall relationship with our bodies.
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Getting there ...
There are regular charter flights to Dalaman – which is a four hour flight from the UK.
The airport is about half an hour from Huzur Vadisi, and minibus transfers can be arranged for those arriving on selected flights for £15 per person, to include both journeys. Those arriving on different flights will need to make their own arrangements to arrive by local taxi, which is around £30 one way. You will receive full details, including directions, upon receipt of your final payment.

Summer 2008
Huzur Vadisi - 2nd - 9th June 2008
Yuva - 1st - 8th September, 2008

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£575.00 -

Spring 2008
Duncton Mill,
Friday 28th - 30th March

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£245.00 -

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Programme

We arrive on Monday, and start yoga sessions on Tuesday morning.
There are two, two hour long yoga sessions each day, one in the morning, the other in the late afternoon - but of course, if you prefer to laze by the pool, or indulge in a supremely relaxing massage, then that's fine! There will be one day "off", (usually Thursday) during which you are free to explore the local area, or join us for a full day's boat trip around the beautiful bay of Gocek (£35 approx each, for a minimum of 10 people), anchoring in quiet coves for lunch, tea and swimming. The local village of Gocek which is only a twenty minute taxi ride away has a pretty marina with shops, little bars and restaurants, providing all amenities.

Price and what is included

The price for one week is £575.00 (inc. online booking fee). Excluding flights, insurance and excursions. The price is inclusive of accommodation on a twin share basis, full board (mainly vegetarian), all yoga tuition. Single rooms are available for a £100 supplement, but availability is always limited and dependent on group numbers.
Massage treatments from Robert (see below) are available throughout your stay. Payments should be made directly to him.

Massages on both trips
Robert Annis will be coming with us to provide the massages. He is a really gifted therapist and has been described as “an outstanding practitioner …a necessity in my quest to keep my ailing body intact! I can't recommend him highly enough." Damian Hopley, ex England Rugby player
He also comes with a warning:
"Beware: using Robert makes all other massage seem second rate. So, if you don't want to ruin the experience in five star resorts everywhere else in the world, throw away his details immediately!" Katie Rowen, MD, 360˚ Communications Ltd

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DUNCTON MILL - Dye House Lane, Duncton, West Sussex

This will be a wonderful opportunity to explore our yoga practice for a whole weekend.
With great food, good company,and beautiful surroundings,
we can truly relax and indulge our senses.

Accommodation

Accommodation is shared in twin or double rooms.
There are two single rooms, available on a first come, first served basis,
for a supplement of £50.
There is also one private cottage, with its own sitting room and
twin/double bedded room available for £295 per person.

Price Sharing

£245 per person sharing in a twin room.
There is also one private cottage with its own sitting room
and twin/double bedded room available at £295 per person.

Price Single

Two single rooms are available for a £50 supplement.
First come first served!
Included - All food, yoga and accommodation.

Food

Duncton is famous for its tasty vegetarian meals.
Main meals will be eaten together in the dining room of the farmhouse
with its wonderful refectory table which seats 20 people.
Breakfast is a "help yourself" affair with lovely ingredients
to make the type of breakfast you prefer.
These will include tea, coffee, herb teas, cereals, muesli,
porridge oats, yoghurt, fruit juice, a variety of fruits, eggs and bread.

Sample Program

Friday		Sample Menu
Arrival	5pm	Hot and sour soup with mushrooms, watercress and sesame fried tofu Indonesian rice pancakes stuffed with a spicy aubergine and cabbage filling Ginger roasted squash Green bean salad with toasted peanut-citrus dressing Fresh pineapple chutney Sour cream Thai style jasmine and lemongrass rice pudding
Yoga	5.30-7.30pm
Dinner	8pm
Saturday
Breakfast	8.30-9.30am
Yoga	10-12 noon
Lunch	1pm
Free time to explore, walk, chill out or for a massage	2-5pm
Yoga	5.30-7.30pm
Dinner	8pm
Sunday
Breakfast	8.30-9.30am
Yoga	10-12 noon
Lunch	1pm
Departure	2.30pm

Getting there ...

Take A3 south for about 30 miles by-passing the city of Guildford. About 5 miles south of Guildford on the A3 bear off left following the signs for the A283: Milford & Petworth . Then take the A285 direction Chichester and continue for about 3 miles to and through the village of Duncton. Pass Seaford College on your right and at the foot of the Downs take the left hand turn. This is the road to Sutton, but is not signed from this direction. Then take the first turning left, ("Bridleway Only") steeply down to Duncton Mill

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DUNCTON MILL - Dye House Lane, Duncton, West Sussex

This will be a wonderful opportunity to explore our yoga practice for a whole weekend. With great food, good company,and beautiful surroundings, we can truly relax and indulge our senses. Accommodation

Accommodation is shared in twin or double rooms. There are two single rooms, available on a first come, first served basis, for a supplement of £50. There is also one private cottage, with its own sitting room and twin/double bedded room available for £295 per person.