Weekend Rounding Retreat in Somerset
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Residential Rounding Retreats at 42 acres, somerset
The dates for our next Weekend Rounding Retreat have been confirmed and we encourage you to make time for a few days of deep rest and purification. These weekends are extremely popular and book out quickly. This is one of the best ways to fast-track your development — one weekend retreat can deliver the benefits of three to six months of regular meditation.
The Meditation Programme
The weekend focusses on a technique called ‘Rounding’. Rounding is a simple series of yoga poses, followed by a breathing technique called Pranayama. This is easy to learn and can be practised by anyone. When you add this combination to your meditation, the result is an ‘industrial-strength’ programme that enhances the restfulness of meditation and increases the release of deep stress.
The Lectures
One of the highlights of a weekend retreat is the opportunity to explore in more depth the Vedic knowledge that accompanies our meditation practice. These lively talks delve into practical topics like relationships, managing change, and finding balance in life.
The Venue
Set in the beautiful countryside of Somerset, 42 Acres is surrounded by hundreds of acres of ancient woodland. The building was originally built as a dairy in the 1800s, and now operates as a blissfully peaceful residential retreat space.
The Meals
Delicious vegetarian meals will be served, to support and enhance your meditation programme. Time shared socialising around the table is some of the most enjoyable of the weekend.
Prerequisite
This retreat is open to those who have learned Vedic Meditation in-person with a qualified instructor.
Location
42 Acres, Witham Friary, Frome, Somerset
Cost
Private single occupancy (ensuite bathroom) – tba
Private single occupancy (shared bathroom) – tba
Shared room (for two people – couples/friends/family) – tba
Shared female dorm (shared bathroom) – tba
– Payment by instalment available –
Dates
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Praise for past retreats...
It’s been the most amazing weekend. The fatigue I have released is incredible, and I feel physically and mentally lighter. In turn this is opening me up to new ways of thinking, being and doing. -Nicola
I feel deeply, powerfully rested; several years younger; skin, eyes, mind, and heart, all clearer and sharper; and like I’ve given myself a wonderful gift. Thank you – a perfect rounding retreat. -LB
I had a fantastic weekend which was completely unique to anything I had done before. It was great spending time with so many interesting and different people and I found the rounding a profound and special experience. -Jo
I have never felt so rested in a few days away. The perfect weekend – I am relaxed, energised, and educated for a lifetime of change. -Paul
Incredible knowledge, fantastic company and luscious food, in an amazing place. A sublime and nourishing weekend. -Kate
The retreat was beautifully organised and I loved the venue, the food, the tranquility and being cut off from the rest of the world for 3 days was absolute bliss. -Petra
The rounding weekend was utterly transformative. I went to it, feeling scattered and full of nervous energy and anxiety. I left feeling grounded, calm and more self-contained than I had felt in a very long time. There are several elements to the weekend that make it so restorative. The meditation practice is significantly deepened by the rounding exercises that we learned; the talks from Michael and Jillian, which are wise, hilarious, practical and profound, helped me to take stock of my life so that afterwards I had a clearer intention of what I wanted from life and how to achieve it. The beautiful scenery on the farm also helped to still the mind and I’m sure the utterly delicious and original cooking helped me to feel better. Michael and Jillian are the best guides for this kind of retreat; they tailor each person’s practice to their own needs and lifestyle, so that the appropriate amount of “detox” takes place. They are deeply compassionate and extremely entertaining. This weekend is a gift. -Nicki