MORNING Mid Spring Yoga & Art Retreat
Bloom, Breathe, Create
Available spots
Service Description
Join me for a grounding and gently uplifting mid-spring retreat. This is a joyful morning of movement, quiet creativity, and time to pause as the spring season shifts towards warmth, light, and growth. What to expect: + A cup of delicious herbal tea on arrival to welcome you. + A 'gentle flow' yoga class, inspired by spring time themes of blossoming, blooming and turning our faces towards the sun. We’ll explore gentle 'heart-opening' poses and other spacious shapes that invite ease, lightness, and a sense of expansion, without rushing or strain. + A break for tea and biscuits and easy chat with your fellow 'retreaters' before transitioning into... + A guided art activity using acrylic paints to create your own beautiful spring-inspired piece. No experience is needed here - just a willingness to have a go and enjoy the process! Tea and sweeties available throughout! + Time on your mat to embellish your work, which will be inspired by a spring poem that will be shared with you. +A second yoga class, which is a slow, floor-based 'soothing stretch and meditation' class. This class will draw on Traditional Chinese Medicine’s understanding of spring, with attention to the liver and gallbladder meridians. Expect longer-held, supported poses, calm pacing, and plenty of time to rest and settle. This class ends with a guided meditation, aromatherapy oils and eye pillows to help you feel truly looked after. This retreat is suitable for all levels, including beginners. It’s a warm, welcoming morning of movement, rest, creativity, and gentle reflection. There is no pressure to perform, produce, or be anything other than exactly where you are and who you are! What I will provide: Yoga mats, yoga blocks Welcoming herbal tea Hot drinks and biscuits and sweeties to keep you fueled during your retreat All art resources needed Eye pillows and aromatherapy oils for the guided meditation What you need to bring and wear: Your lovely self! Bring an extra layer (jumper, trackies, socks) for the second class A blanket and your bed pillow for the second class Your own mug or coffee cup Wear something comfortable and easy to move in - please don't feel you need to wear anything flashy. In fact, it is worth mentioning that acrylic paints can stain if it gets on your clothes, so just in case of accidents, please don't wear your very best clothing!
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
CANCELLATION POLICY: ALL bookings for ALL of Michelle's yoga classes are non-refundable & non-transferable to any future sessions. With regards to 6-week beginner’s yoga courses, at Michelle's discretion, a full refund will be made only if she is able to fill your space before the start of the course. ALL PAYMENTS must be made in advance for all yoga classes. PARTICIPATION IN ANY CLASS IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. You are responsible for your own well -being & physical condition during any class. By taking part in Michelle's classes you agree that you will work within your own comfortable capacity, you will never force or strain & you will stop if something doesn’t feel good to you. You agree that you will seek medical attention & advice as appropriate. If you feel dizzy, light headed, faint or if you experience any other discomforts, stop exercising immediately & inform Michelle. After class, consult a medical doctor. All students are responsible for disclosing any medical conditions, injuries, or medications that could affect their practice before taking part in any class. This can be done verbally or through completing an information and consent form, provided by Michelle. Avoid drinking/taking drugs before practice. Wise not to eat heavy meals 2 hours before your class. Keep yourself well hydrated during class. All students must be 18 years and over to take part in my classes, workshops and/or courses. Michelle Burrows is not liable for injuries or accidents. Students agree to take responsibility for their health and well-being. You are responsible for your own belongings and property at all times during and after classes. Please enter the room quietly. Conversation after class is very much encouraged! No phones in class please. No photography or filming by any student during any class. Michelle may ask for your consent to be photographed. You have the right to agree or disagree. Bullying, harassment, abusive language and/or abusive comments during any class will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Michelle's yoga classes are a safe space for everyone regardless of colour, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief or ability/disability. Should you express views or make comments that could be deemed as derogatory, offensive or excluding of any community, you will kindly be asked to leave. Class &/or course content is for personal use only and is not to be shared. Michelle does not guarantee outcomes from the yoga classes.
Contact Details
Great Bentley Methodist Church, Forge Lane, Great Bentley, Colchester, UK
07786374010
yogawithmichelleburrows@gmail.com