RE-INSPIRE & RE-INVIGORATE
Deepen your yoga practice, a retreat in Nozawa onsen.
**2024 japanese autumn retreat dates to be confirmed**
Facilitated by Rowie Geraerts @spiritualpretzel
A weekend retreat in the mountains of Japan. A place and a practice for you to rediscover yourself and explore the potential of your yoga practice.
Designed to re-energise and re-inspire, together we’ll move with intention, strength, and intelligence, so that you can understand and reach a greater potential in yourself and your yoga practice. A retreat that extends beyond the mat, leave with the confidence, connection and knowledge to have a practice that feels more independent, holistic and nourishes all parts of you in the years to come.
Together we’ll explore: Twice daily yoga asana flows & workshops; Daily breathwork and meditation; 2hr theory and discussion class; Time in nature with like-minded individuals; and time to yourself to reflect.
RETREAT DETAIL:
Dynamic daily 2 hour morning yoga asana workshops focused around particular anatomical themes designed to progress your practice and re-inspire how you move.
90 minute afternoon myofascial elasticity and Yin yoga workshops, providing you with new movement tools to enhance flexibility, release tension, and restore your energy.
2 hour Theory based workshop and discussion- Dive into the intricacies of yoga asana, gain valuable insights into crafting a personal home practice that resonates with your individual needs and develop the skills to create sequences that you can continue in your own space long after the retreat concludes.
Daily breath work and meditation sessions
Guided Nature hike connecting you with the surrounding landscape, embracing the meditative qualities of being outdoors.
Healing natural hot spring baths (onsen); bathe in the calming and restorative natural waters of Nozawa onsen in the abundant hot spring baths.
Retreat Welcome Dinner- Experience the local flavors of Nozawa Onsen with this group welcome dinner. Connect with your fellow retreaters and like-minded individuals over a delicious meal that showcases the best food of the season, and welcomes you on this weekend retreat.
Daily group brunch- After morning yoga practice, re-fuel and reflect on the morning movement practice. Nourish your body and treat your tastebuds to this healthy, hearty and very delicious brunch.
Time and space to yourself to reflect in this calm, beautiful and traditional Japanese village.
If you’re curious about the potential of your yoga practice, want to learn more about the anatomy and traditional teachings, or if you want to be able to confidently practice on your own at home, or perhaps you just feel the need to give back to yourself.
Whether you’re a new yoga student, a seasoned Yogi or yoga/movement teacher, this retreat is a deep dive that will re-invigorate and re-inspire your practice.
Choose to join the retreat activities while organising your own accomodation OR choose from an all-inclusive package including retreat activities and accomodation.
ENQUIRE/BOOK NOW: Email Rowie to book your spot on this retreat now. spiritualpretzel@gmail.com or contact via Whatsapp/Line +81 907 1625 816
RETREAT ITINERARY*
DAY 1 (FRIDAY)
1pm ~ Arrive & check in. Guest leisure time: optional onsen/optional massage/free time.
4.00pm. Welcome drink & chat with Rowie
4.30pm-6:00pm Grounding Slow Stretch Yin Yoga and meditation with Rowie @Shizen Collective
6.30pm Group Welcome dinner at local restaurant.
DAY 2 (SATURDAY)
7:30am-9.30am Morning Breath work, Yoga flow w/ Twists & Hips workshop w/ Rowie.
9.30am-11.00am Group Brunch (healthy and hearty including coffee/tea.).
11.00am-1.00pm Nature walk and meditation with Rowie
11.00am-4.30pm Guest leisure time: optional onsen/optional massage/free time.
4.30pm-6:00pm Myofascial Elasticity workshop and Yin Yoga with Rowie
6.00pm Guest Free time.
DAY 3 (SUNDAY)
7:30am-9.30am Morning Breath work, Yoga flow w/ Backbends workshop w/ Rowie
9.30am-11.00am Group Brunch (healthy and hearty including coffee/tea.)
11.00am-1.00pm Creating a home practice theory based workshop with Rowie
1.00pm-4.30pm Guest leisure time: optional onsen/optional massage/free time.
*2night retreat guests check out.
4:30-6.00pm Myofascial Elasticity workshop & Yin Yoga with Rowie
6.30pm Guest Free time.
DAY 4 (MONDAY)
7:30am-9.30am Morning Breath work, Yoga flow w/ arm balance & inversion workshop w/ Rowie
9.30am-11.00am Farewell Brunch including coffee/tea
11.00am Room check out (option to leave luggage at Hotel)
*Please note that there may be slight changes to the itinerary.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
3 x 2hr Breathwork and Yoga asana workshops (mornings)
3 x 90 minute Yin Yoga & myofascial elasticiity workshops (afternoons)
Daily meditation sessions
1 x 2 hour Theory and discussion based workshop: Dive into the intricacies of yoga asana, gain valuable insights into crafting a personal home practice that resonates with your individual needs and develop the skills to create sequences that you can continue in your own space long after the retreat concludes
1 x 2 hour Guided Nature hike
3 x Group brunch—Vegetarian or Vegan, Healthy & hearty breakfast after the morning yoga class. Includes coffee/tea.
Group Welcome Dinner at local restaurant.
COST:
All inclusive Retreat WITH accomodation at Alpine Villa Nozawa:
3 night/ 4 day
Twin share room (sharing with 1 other person) with shared bathroom ¥80,000p/p + 10% consumption tax
Twin share room (sharing with 1 other person) with ensuite ¥85,000p/p + 10% consumption tax
Single occupancy (private room all to yourself) with ensuite ¥90,000p/p + 10% consumption tax
2 night / 3 day
Twin share room (sharing with 1 other person) with shared bathroom ¥70,000p/p + 10% consumption tax
Twin share room (sharing with 1 other person) with ensuite ¥75,000p/p + 10% consumption tax
Single occupancy (private room all to yourself) with ensuite ¥80,000p/p + 10% consumption tax
Alternative option: Retreat Activities only (ORGANISE YOUR OWN accomodation):
3 night/ 4 day: ¥72,000 + accomodation + 10% consumption tax
2 night / 3 day: ¥60,000 + accomodation + 10% consumption tax
RECOMMENDED ACCOMODATION:
Alpine Villa Nozawa; Peaceful rooms with nice mountain views in a comfortable lodge with friendly staff. Ensuite rooms or budget friendly rooms available.
Akari Swiss House Apartments; Modern, self contained apartments for singles, groups/families
Nozawa Holidays has many different options to choose from: www.nozawaholidays.com
Shimataya View Hotel: Simple, Traditional rooms in the hotel which our yoga studio, Shizen Collective is on the 2nd floor of.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED/ OPTIONAL ADD ON’S :
Transport to and from Nozawa onsen/accomodation (see ‘getting here’ below)
If you choose the ‘retreat activities only’ option, accomodation is not included. See ‘Accomodation recommendations’ below.
Massage. Massage appointments are available to book at your own expense. There are quality Thai/Shiatsu/Balinese Oil local massage therapists that Rowie will happily recommend and help you organise.
Additional private yoga classes/workshop/mentoring session with Rowie are available.
E-bike rental to ride around/up/through the mountain and town.
Gondola ride up the mountain.
GETTING TO NOZAWA ONSEN
Closest International Airport: Tokyo Haneda/Narita
Shinkansen (bullet train): Iiyama station is the nearest stop on the Shinkansen from Tokyo.
The Shinkansen (Bullet train) from Tokyo or Ueno, to Iiyama station is about 90-120 minutes. It’s fairly easy to get here, and there’s usually a shinkansen train once every one or two hours.
From Iiyama to Nozawa Onsen. From Iiyama train station, there is a direct bus (private coach transfer) to Nozawa onsen, The Nozawa onsen liner. The Nozawa Liner can be found to the left of the exit and will drop you off at the central bus stop in the village. It costs ¥600p/p. The village is compact so it is just a short 5-10 minute walk to the hotel from there.
Private Transfer/Taxi from Iiyama to Nozawa Onsen. Private transfer taxis can be arrange for you from Iyama to the hotel. Please let us know in advance if you would like to book these services. The transfer price starts from ¥6000-¥7000.
Driving: The journey from Tokyo will take from 4-5 hours by tollway/car. It costs about ¥10,000 for highway tolls. The highway speed limit is usually 100kph but please look out for exception signs. Please note that there is zero tolerance for driving under the influence. During the green season there is free parking available in the village. Please let us know in advance if you will require a parking space and we will direct you to the parking.