Cultivating Resilience Retreat With Kamalaya At Estelle Manor

Arrive at Estelle Manor for the beginning of your transformative retreat. Discover your home-from-home for your stay in the midst of the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside, before your first afternoon at Eynsham Baths with your hosts.

Afternoon Tea
Enjoy a light tea overlooking the spectacular mezzanine tepidarium hall of Eynsham Baths. Meet your hosts for the retreat including the experts from Kamalaya, as well as your fellow guests.

Chakra Meditation
A transformative meditation from Kamalaya focusing on the body’s subtle energy centres, known as chakras. This practice will enhance the flow of energy, fostering emotional balance, healing and a heightened awareness from within. By opening and harmonising the chakras, expect to experience a deeper alignment and an enhanced sense of well being.

Chanting With Keli Woods
Led by the former monk, Keli will be drawing on his experience and a diverse range of influences such as Vedic kirtan, to lead a soulful composition of chanting. With thought-provoking lyrics encouraging us to ask the most meaningful questions, his warm and expressive music is an enchanting reminder that music can be so much more than a mere escape… expect a transformative force that touches the very core of your being.

Dinner At Estelle Manor
Dine on a menu filled with fresh, seasonal produce for a restorative evening before heading to bed.

The first full day of the retreat will begin in the midst of nature, supporting you in managing anxieties with a mindful meditation. The day will continue with a restorative yoga practice, Kamalaya’s bespoke workshop and a healing treatment. Enjoy nourishing dishes throughout the day, before ending with a convivial dinner in The Brasserie.

Walking Meditation
Experience the healing power of nature through a grounding walking meditation. This practice will combine mindful walking with grounding techniques, one step at a time to connect with the earth’s energy. Experience the rhythm of your steps alongside the serene surroundings restore harmony to your mind and body.

Yoga Led By Suyash SIngh
With a deep-rooted mission to inspire positive change, Suyash will be leading a spiritual practice, showcasing the transformative power of yoga. Suyash’s journey has encompassed a diverse range of experiences, from a corporate career in technology to his profound immersion in yoga and spirituality. As a disciple of renowned spiritual leaders and having completed his first 12- year phase of monkhood in 2015, he has dedicated his life to sharing ancient wisdom and transforming the lives of individuals and communities worldwide.

Kamalaya's Mentor Workshop With Sujay Seshadri
Discover the practical tools to cultivate resilience in the face of life’s uncertainties – navigate anxiety, adapt to rapid change and restore balance to your body and mind. With the guidance of Life Enhancement Mentor, Sujay Seshadri, we’ll explore the brain’s natural responses to fear and stress, delving into the origins of anxiety and its physical and psychological manifestations. Sujay will bring greater awareness and enrichment from his time as a monk, sharing his insights into the intricacies of the human mind through grounding exercises, visualisation and affirmations, practicing techniques to regain your calm and confidence during the most challenging moments.

Treatment Of The Day
The first of your included 90 minute treatments from Eynsham Baths and Kamalaya.

Dinner At Estelle Manor
With south-facing views over the grounds and hand-painted motifs adorning the walls, Estelle Manor’s lively Brasserie will serve a convivial supper.

Commencing with an ancient practice in breath control; Pranayama, building on your daily intention to support a mindful lifestyle. The second workshop of the retreat will take place, this time exploring Ayurvedic wisdom on a journey of empowerment, as well as your second treatment. A delicious menu will be served from The Tea Lounge throughout the day, with supper served alfresco within the grounds of Estelle Manor overlooking the Oxfordshire countryside.

Pranayama
The ancient art of breath control, set your intentions for the day by balancing the body’s energy flow and enhancing mental clarity. Through guided breathing techniques, this practice will calm the mind and reduce stress; a powerful tool to deepen self-awareness and support a healthier, more mindful lifestyle.

Yoga Led By Suyash SIngh
With a deep-rooted mission to inspire positive change, Suyash will lead another spiritual practice, sharing the transformative power of yoga.

Ayurvedic Workshop - Ayurvedic Wisdom For Inner Balance
A transformative workshop designed to immerse guests in the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda — an age-old science of life and health that emphasises harmony between the mind, body and spirit. This enriching experience will guide you through the key Ayurvedic principles and hands-on practices to empower you to take charge of your holistic wellness. The workshop will also explore a number of recipes and teas crafted to strengthen your resilience and understand your personal Ayurvedic body type.

Treatment Of The Day
The second of your included 90 minute treatments from Eynsham Baths and Kamalaya.

Dinner At Estelle Manor
Dine alfresco on Estelle Manor’s South Lawn, taking in the spectacular views looking back over the Grade II-listed Manor House.

The final day of the retreat will by no means be the end of your journey to resilience. With the mindful practices and teachings learnt, you’ll leave with a new skillset to handle future anxieties, tensions and challenges. Following a Vipassana Meditation and Chanting with Keli Woods, you’ll be saying goodbye in The Tea Lounge ahead of check out.

Vipassana Meditation
An “insight meditation”, Vipassana is a profound practice for cultivating self-awareness and inner peace. By observing your thoughts and sensations without judgment, this practice develops mindfulness and fosters a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you. It is a journey toward clarity, equanimity and spiritual growth.

Chanting With Keli Woods
As the retreat draws to a close, it’ll finish with a final chanting session to reconnect with yourself, setting another reminder on how music can bring us back to the most important lessons you have learnt in finding your way to resilience.

A Farewell Tea
As you say goodbye to this very special experience, you’ll depart with meaningful connections, enchanting memories and most importantly, the tools to cultivate resilience day after day.