WELCOME TO A BHAKTI IMMERSION…
We warmly invite you to join us for a unique June Weekend Retreat. This special event offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in Bhakti Yoga through Yoga Classes, Kirtan, Philosophy, and Meditation sessions. The retreat has been created with care to help you engage in spiritual practices and delve into discovering your purpose and identity.
FRIDAY 12TH JUNE - MONDAY 15TH JUNE 2026
THE LOCATION
We have discovered the ideal location for our Bhakti Getaway.
Deep in the Dorset countryside yet just a skip hop and a jump to the stunning Jurassic Coast. Set in its own private gardens, snuggling into the beautiful Dorset landscape. This beautiful house blends, all the luxury of a country spa retreat with the true comforts of home. Enjoy a swim in the heated indoor pool. Relax in the outdoor hot-tub. Enjoy the decking and BBQ area surrounded by beautiful private gardens. Then spend long wonderful evenings under the stars, around the fire pit toasting marshmallows and just enjoy being together creating memories for years to come.
Merkabah Retreat Ltd
Downview Farm, DT11 0BE
THE WORKSHOPS
This weekend, we will delve deep into the practice of Bhakti Yoga. Exploring its essence, significance in our lives, and ways to integrate Bhakti into our daily routines.
> Commencing with an opening ceremony and Kirtan to set the tone.
> Delving into the concept of having an altar and rituals in Bhakti Yoga.
> Evening gatherings around the fire for sharing and connection.
Each day will feature:
> Morning Japa Meditation, and a morning Asana practice.
> A wholesome brunch followed by relaxation time at the spa, sauna, and Icebath.
> Studio sessions on Philosophy, focusing on the Bhagavad Gita and its themes.
> Evening sessions with Yin Yoga and post-dinner Kirtan.
On the final day:
A closing ceremony to conclude our time together, allowing for relaxation and appreciation of the surroundings.
YOUR HOST
EMILY COBIE
Emily, a community yoga instructor based in Buckinghamshire, embarked on her yoga journey during travels in India. She delved into Ashtanga yoga, earning her 200-hour teacher training certificate. Privileged to receive one-on-one instruction in Hatha Yoga from her teacher, Praveen Somu, Emily visits India annually to deepen her Ashtanga studies with her mentor, Guruji Ajay Kumar. Dedicated to expanding her yoga knowledge, Emily has pursued courses in Anatomy, Pregnancy Yoga, Yin Yoga, Mantra, Kirtan, and Hindu Philosophy.
She has shared Mantra and Kirtan, guided by esteemed mentors like Sheela Bringi, a renowned Indian devotional singer, and has learned from leaders such as Sivani Mata, Radhika Das, and Ahisha Dasi. Emily's values revolve around love, kindness, compassion, and community service. Through yoga practices, she aims to foster presence and promote a healthier lifestyle. Yoga has played a pivotal role in her healing journey, providing continuous growth and learning opportunities.
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
BALARAM DAS
Jay Subal Balaram das (Balaram for short!) comes from a family that always practiced Bhakti Yoga and therefore is a life-long practitioner. Balaram’s family Guru and personal Guru both requested him to share Kirtan-yoga and Bhakti philosophy for the betterment of society at large. Therefore, Balaram has been giving workshops up and down the country for 20 years in different communities and universities. He participates in kirtan regularly and professionally is an Implant Dentist and University Lecturer. We find that Balaram has an individual & real-world approach that leaves the choice of how to apply Bhakti philosophy with the practitioner. He takes a coaching approach that values dialogue autonomy & authenticity.
MEET NISHI
Nishi is an Integrative Self Leadership Coach taking into account all parts of a person & the systems within which they exist. She blends the coaching modality with spiritual influences. She takes a needs based approach to coaching, focussing on using feelings as messengers with regards to our needs and then coaching can be directed towards helping individuals to make requests of themselves or others to get needs met.
She believes in working towards understanding the core self and the various parts that exist in us and holding that in awareness as we coach.
Nishi has almost 1000 hours of direct contact coaching & trained at Warwick University. She is a member of the Association for Coaching.
FOOD
We take pleasure in preparing nutritious and wholesome meals for our retreats, from morning fruit platters to evening Turmeric Lattes. Your retreat experience will include daily brunch and dinner, along with light refreshments throughout the day. We enjoy creating healthy snacks during your stay and providing unlimited warm beverages to keep you hydrated and comfortable. Any dietary needs will be catered to; just inform us in advance.
ROOMS & PRICING
SINGLE BED IN QUADRUPLE ROOM EN SUITE
£650
SINGLE BED IN TRIPLE ROOM EN SUITE
£675
SINGLE BED IN TRIPLE ROOM SHARING BATHROOM (WITH ONE SINGLE ROOM)
£650
SINGLE BED IN TWIN
£725
SINGLE ROOM WITH SHARING BATHROOM (WITH ONE TRIPLE ROOM)
£850
INCLUDED
ACCOMADATION
USE OF ALL SPACES ON SITE
FOOD (DAILY BRUNCH, DINNER AND LIGHT REFRESHMENTS)
ALL WORKSHOPS
NOT INCLUDED
TRAVEL INSURANCE
TRAVEL
TO BOOK
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To book and secure your room we ask for a non-refunable deposit of £200 with the final payment due by 20th March 2025
Email emily@theopenshala.com or WhatsApp 07917644369 to request your room. Once availability is confirmed we will send you payment details.
Please check retreat T’s & C’s at www.theopenshala.com