9-11 September 2022, Ladánybene

During the three days of this meditation and yoga retreat at the pristine farm of Napmajor, among trees and next to the pool, we will guide our attention to what is really here, and investigate how we can become kinder to ourselves. Through mindful movement, vinyasa yoga, deep relaxation and guided meditation sessions, we’ll peel layers off ourselves — perhaps starting to let go of old ways of thinking.

At the center of your being, you have the answer; you know who you are and you know what you want. (…) Search your heart and see the way to do is to be.

– Lao-Tzu
The small group allows for an intimate experience to ask ourselves questions and perhaps arrive at sensations, a sense of knowing, that has been there all the way. A retreat offers the gift for careful inquiry, and Eszter and Niki will be happy to support you on this journey.

Are you ready to start exploring and growing your self-compassion?

(…) the sharing circle was absolutely amazing. It felt so liberating to finally be vulnerable and let out a lot of pent up emotions. I don’t think I’ve ever been so honest with a group of strangers essentially.

– former particpant Nura
While observing the main hygiene rules to keep ourselves safe, we will offer you a safe space to explore and play with the help of mindful movement, aquacontact, sauna sessions, sharing circle and simply being in nature.
PRICE:
From 244 EUR, including room and board, use of the pool and sauna, and all yoga and meditation sessions and workshops.*
REGISTRATION:
Book at this link now as the places are limited to 12 people. We accept bookings until 19 August.
Your spot is secured by paying the entire amount.
Questions? Email Eszter at info@soundlightyoga.com
TIMING:
Friday to Sunday, 9-11 September 2022
Please aim to arrive between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Friday and leave by 17:30 on Sunday, Budapest time.
LOCATION:
A large farm with a traditional house and a swimming pool in Ladánybene, about one hour away from Hungary.
Accommodation
During this meditation and yoga retreat, you will stay at the farm of Napmajor Farm in Ladánybene, about one hour away from Budapest. The farm is surrounded by a large forest, has a gorgeous yoga practice space and a heated pool for your use. It’s also equipped with a sauna for your relaxation.
You can stay in one of the shared rooms or choose to bring your tent. Instead of high-end accommodation, picture a friendly, cosy space with lots of trees and quietude.
How to get there
You can reach Nap Major in Ladánybene in about one hour by car. You can also take a bus from Népliget, Budapest and get to the town in 1 hour 45 minutes, then walk to the farm.
If you have a car and are willing to share your ride, please indicate that in the sign up sheet. You can find Napmajor on Google maps at this link.
Please book soonest, and if you have questions, let us know by emailing Eszter.
Food
The retreat serves delicious vegan meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Snacks and fruits during the day will be provided, as well as tea and coffee. The first day starts with a late lunch and the last day ends with lunch too.
*Dietary requirements can be accommodated with prior arrangement at an extra cost.
Retreat cost

In your own tent: €244 or 95,000HUF per person

In a shared room: €303 or 119,000HUF per person

PLEASE FILL THE REGISTRATION FORM HERE to book your spot on the retreat.

Registration and cancellation policy
The meditation and yoga retreat takes place with at least 6 and maximum 12 participants. To ensure health and safety, most activities take place outdoors. We observe a high level of hygiene and ask that you use your own mat and if you can, bring your blanket/yoga block for practice, and regularly wash your hands with soap.
As retreat spots are limited, you can ensure your place by paying the entire sum of the retreat. Cancellation is fully refundable until 21 days ahead of the retreat. For cancellations between 20-10 days before the retreat, we keep a cancellation fee of 20,000 HUF (50 EUR). Within 10 days of the retreat, there are no refunds.
What is included:
  • 5 guided meditation sessions
  • at least 4 yoga sessions
  • reflections/journaling
  • optional asana workshop
  • optional Thai yoga massage workshop
  • 7 delicious vegan meals
  • fruits and tea, coffee
  • board in shared rooms or in own tent
  • use of swimming pool and sauna
  • optional aquacontact session at extra cost
What is aquacontact?
It is like a moving meditation and subtle massage practiced in water. Anyone can participate in it; you will be guided by a certified facilitator (Niki, Napmajor’s owner) who takes you on a journey of floating, dance and stillness in a pool. As the water surrounds the body, you may feel embraced, supported and weightless.

I think the aqua contact was fantastic. It’s hard to put into words but it was such a unique experience of mindfulness. Niki was a trusting guide throughout this process.

former participant Jenny
Aquacontact can be very helpful in relieving stress and anxiety both on a physical and mental level, and arriving at wholeness and rejuvenation. You can book sessions with Niki at an extra cost.
A sample schedule
06:00-08:00 Optional early floating
08:00-09:30 Morning yoga and guided meditation
09:30-10:30 Breakfast
10:45-14:00 Individual aquacontact sessions or asana lab
13:30-15:00 Lunch, rest
15:00-16:00 Walking meditation
16:00-18:00 Thai massage workshop, or aquacontact session, optional
18:30-19:30 Sauna
19:30-20:45 Dinner
21:00-22:00 Stargazing