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AYURVEDIC RETREAT Jan 2024

Ayurveda, Yoga and Cultural Retreat

Kerala, South India
Relax, heal and rejuvenate your body, mind and soul
January 2024

Come and join us for this 18 day escape to the tropical paradise of Kerala, a land of coconut palms, warm sandy beaches, traditional villages and quiet backwaters, a part of India known as “God’s own country.” During the retreat, you will be staying at Greens Ayurveda and Yoga Health Retreat where you will be nourished by warm oil massages, lovingly prepared, delicious vegetarian food made from fresh local ingredients and the richness of ancient Keraliyan culture – all the right ingredients to calm your mind and relax your body.

On arrival you will meet your Ayurvedic physician and be given an individually tailored 16 days Ayurvedic treatment plan. A plan designed to promote both detoxification and rejuvenation and treat any health imbalances you may have. Each day begins with a blissful, gentle yoga and meditation class followed by a delicious breakfast. Afternoons include cultural experiences, Ayurvedic cooking classes, educational talks to help you integrate Ayurvedic principles into your daily life back home, swims at the local beach or quiet time to rest and reflect depending on your inclination. Be assured that Greens Ayurveda and Yoga Health Retreat will do their very best to make sure all your needs are met!

The retreat provides an assortment of local cultural experiences including a temple festival, a craft village visit, an in-house South Indian dance performance and many more. The back water cruise in a houseboat and a two-day trip to the mountainous forest area of Wayanad in the Western Ghats gives a unique experience to soak in the tranquillity of nature. You can visit Ayurvedic spice farms, nature reserve and even walk up to an ancient Neolithic cave with 6,000- year-old rock engravings.

Package Attractions

  • A 16 day individually customised Ayurveda treatment plan
  • Morning meditation and Yoga classes
  • Morning or afternoon swim at local beach*
  • Ayurvedic self-care and cooking classes
  • Delicious vegetarian South Indian and western cuisine
  • Cultural experiences and/ or sightseeing for most days
  • Spice farm and tea plantation visit
  • UNESCO listed hill station tour
  • Houseboat cruise
  • Local art and craft village visit with great shopping opportunities

DAily Programs

  • Yoga and Meditation session
  • Breakfast
  • Morning or afternoon swim at local beach*
  • 10 minutes walk from Greens Ayurveda and Yoga Retreat
  • Ayurvedic self care and cooking classes
  • Lunch
  • Ayurvedic detox and rejuvenate programs (as per treatment plan)Local sight seeing/cultural experiences/shopping opportunities**
  • Dinner

*Note there will be some treatment days when swimming will not be permitted by your attending physician.
**Timing can vary according to day programme

Early bird rates and companion rates are available Cost begins from $4599* Last day for early bird registration:22/07/2023

The tour price is inclusive of all your accommodation, food, treatments, cultural experiences and bus outings and transfers (except airfare and your shopping!). You can choose to travel with Shaun to and from India and we can organize your air tickets for additional cost.
*Conditions apply

Info nights
Want to know more about the retreat? Come and join us for the free info nights. You can join via zoom as well!

INFO SESSIONS

1

    • Friday 16/06/23 6.30-8 pm
    • At Liv Ayurveda, 24 Grose Street, Parramatta(Available on zoom as well)
    • RSVP essential by 14/06/2023 to Rafeena by text or email

2

    • Friday 04/08/23 6.30-8 pm
    • At Liv Ayurveda, 24 Grose Street, Parramatta
      (Available on zoom as well)
    • RSVP essential by 02/08/2023 to Rafeena by text or email
Dr Shaun Matthews
Dr Shaun Matthews Ayurveda Doctor Sydney
M.B.B.S (National University of Ireland),Cert. Ayu Med (Gujarat, India),Cert. Yoga Teacher Training (Bihar, India),Cert. Somatic Integration,Cert. Iridology. Cert. Astrology
One of the highly sought-after holistic GP, Ayurveda Practitioner, Yoga therapist and Author from Sydney. Being practicing holistic medicine for more than 25 years and visited India many times, Dr Shaun is well versed with the needs of Australians and what India has to offer for Australians.
Rafeena Kidavintavida
Rafeena Kidavintavida Ayurveda Practitioner Sydney
BAMS (Kannur University), PD Dip in Yoga, Cert Gynaecology and Obstetrics
Ayurveda Physician, Yoga therapist and Educator. Rafeena is originally from Kerala, India and practicing Ayurveda from Sydney since 2013. With Dr Rafeena’s intimate knowledge of this part of India, you will get the unique opportunity of a behind the scenes experience of Kerala culture and its rich history.
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Highlights of Ayurveda, Yoga And Cultural Retreat

Each day in our Ayurveda, Yoga and Cultural Retreat began with revitalizing yoga sessions designed to awaken the body and mind of attendees, followed by guided meditation to cultivate inner peace and clarity. The experienced practitioners developed individualized detox and rejuvenation plans, incorporating traditional Ayurvedic treatments, designed to restore balance and vitality to your being, addressing your specific health concerns and wellness goals. Participants had the opportunity to indulge in the flavours of Ayurvedic vegetarian cuisine, infused with healing herbs and spices.

The major highlights of the retreat were the captivating Theyyam performances and the traditional martial art of Kalaripayattu. Additionally, the rhythmic beats of Chendamelam added vibrant energy to the retreat while the graceful performances of Indian classical dance illuminated the retreat with cultural grandeur. All in all, these experiences provided participants with a deep connection to the traditions of the region.

The serene houseboat cruise created a mesmerizing experience for the participants as it offered them a peaceful escape and stunning views of the surrounding natural beauty. The visits to local spice farms and tea plantations allowed participants to explore the rich agricultural heritage of Kerala and why it was a major stop for the spice route. Moreover, adventures to ancient caves and the awe-inspiring giant waterfalls at Wayanad, a UNESCO-listed heritage site further enriched the retreat experience, providing a journey to the natural and historical wonders of the area.

Our retreat also offered Ayurvedic self-care classes to help the participants to learn practical techniques to integrate Ayurvedic practices into their daily routines. Whereas, Ayurvedic cooking classes offered hands-on experience in preparing nourishing meals, teaching them the principles of Ayurvedic nutrition and the use of healing spices. Ultimately, the retreat inspired the participants to continue their journey towards wellness and wholeness long after they returned home.

Apart from everything; the energy of the land, generous smile and kindness of the people and love and pampering by the group and staff healed everyone deeply and nourished and changed them in a way that they haven’t expected or experienced before!

Heartfelt Thanks to All

Thank you all for joining us for the Ayurveda, Yoga and Cultural Retreat 2024 by Liv Ayurveda. Your presence and participation were essential in making this journey of healing and rejuvenation truly special. We are sure that the experiences you had, have left you feeling refreshed, balanced, and inspired and trust that the practices and knowledge you gained will continue to support and enhance your daily life.

Stay tuned for more details, and we hope to see you once again for another enriching and transformative experience. Feel free to contact us for any updates.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Everything was organised with precision, promptness and with a SMILE. All communications/queries were prompt and clear. No request was considered too much and doctors, therapists and staff went out of their way to do their utmost to help and make the whole experience as smooth, enjoyable and in a very happy and caring atmosphere.
Sylvie Fernandes
In December 2019 my husband and I attended an Ayurveda Yoga and Cultural Retreat in Kerala, India, expertly and efficiently organised by Dr Rafeena and Dr Shaun. Dr Rafeena had in the past worked as an Ayurvedic practitioner at the particular retreat in India and so was well informed and qualified to recommend the high-quality care that was delivered by the doctors and therapists, resulting in beneficial health results for all members of the group.
Angela Hayson
Firstly, Rafeena, you were so incredibly helpful and accomodating right from the beginning . As I had not travelled much, I was a bit anxious and you made things so easy . Having the flights booked for me was so helpful.The flight was great going direct to Bengaluru and I was just amazed by everything , the sights and sounds and smells and culture . When we arrived at Greens, to be greeted so warmly was wonderful after a long flight .I loved the way we were all made part of the family and I felt so loved and connected to everything and everybody . The Greens life is so peaceful and conscious and I did not want to leave, I felt that I had come home , not just at Greens but Kerala itself .I came out of my shell after a couple of days and loved my treatments and being part of the daily life , walks to the beach, swimming , the food , going to the supermarket , cultural performances and our outings were mind blowing . I particularly enjoyed our trip to Wayanard and could have done with another 2 days up there at least as there is much to do and see .I could not fault anything and my life is so much richer for the experience .The trip has sparked a deep desire to return for much longer to take in Anna’s Ashram, to explore more of Kerala, to study at Greens and to dive deep into Yoga and Yogic philosophy and to learn about Hinduism and Muslim way.I miss the call to prayer in the morning and miss India so very much .I am so grateful to you and Shaun and everyone at Greens and can’t wait to return back home to India .Now, I do have some people that are interested in going so I look forward to being able to share the details once you have announced everything .Thank you so much Rafeena , there is so much more that I would like to say but still find it hard to put into words .
Jane
What a great time we had on our Kerala trip organised by Rafeena and Shaun. Travelling to India for the first time we met up with a lovely group of likeminded Australians staying at Greens Ayurveda. The staff at Greens are amazing. It’s a simple place but the people are so friendly and kind and they do really make you feel at home. A special occasion for us was where a casual comment made about it being our wedding anniversary was turned into a truly unique experience with surprise cake, celebrations and dancing. We certainly felt the love that day. It was great to have Rafeena and Shaun showing us around and explaining all things from the simplest observation of our new environment to the more complex topics on Ayurveda, religion and culture. A wonderful experience.
Donita Sheridan
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