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Suitable for all…
Mind ‘N’ Soul Retreat
If this is your first time on a retreat or a repeat guest of ours, you’re in for a treat! Our carefully selected instructors have designed and planned an itinerary with you in mind.
The Mind ‘N’ Soul Retreat is meticulously crafted to cater to all skill levels. We guarantee that every class or activity you engage in will leave you utterly satisfied. We strongly advise you to pace yourself and never push yourself beyond your physical capabilities. By the end of this transformative experience in Northern Cyprus, you will emerge feeling energised, motivated, rejuvenated, and with a profound sense of self-worth!
Never forget we are in this together and we are here to have fun, so let’s do this!
Pilates
Pilates is accessible to everyone, regardless of their fitness levels or abilities. With over 600 variations of exercises, Pilates can be mentally soothing, stimulating, and enjoyable.
Regardless of the size of the movement, you’ll witness the remarkable improvements and incredible benefits of realigning and elongating your posture, strengthening your core and muscles, manipulating and enhancing your mobility. Pilates has also been renowned for its ability to alleviate depression.
Sleep is a crucial aspect of a fulfilling life.
Medical professionals emphasise that sleep is essential for your body’s maintenance and repair. You may suffer with the cycle of pain and sleep if you can’t get a good night’s sleep; you feel intensifying pain; the more pain you feel, the more it seems impossible to sleep!
Pilates can indeed improve sleep and alleviate pain, leaving you feeling refreshed, energised, productive, satisfied, and focused.
Let us teach you how you can practice this invigorating exercise whilst soaking up sunrays over the horizon of the beautiful turquoise sea, engaging in the breathtaking views, and taking in the incredible fresh mountain air.
Yoga
Originated in ancient India, Yoga has been a spiritual, physical, and mental practice for thousands of years.
Over the years, numerous interpretations have emerged, but the core purpose of Yoga is to achieve the harmonious union of the mind, spirit, and body through the remarkable movements, breathing techniques, and postures.
In contemporary times, Yoga has gained widespread recognition as a versatile tool for addressing various ailments, including mental health concerns, stress relief, chronic pain management, anxiety and depression treatment, cardiovascular disease prevention, diabetes control, and numerous other conditions.
While there are diverse Yoga variations, they all converge on fundamental components: breathing, postures, and meditation.
Body Sculpting
Targeting all the major muscle groups of your body, a Body Sculpting workout is a special set of exercises; this full-body workout requires either very short pauses between the exercises or a non-stop workout.
A Body Sculpting workout combines both cardio and strength training exercises. The objective of a cardio sculpt workout is to burn calories and fat while simultaneously toning the muscles. How does this work? Well, increased muscle mass elevates your metabolism, enabling you to burn more calories even during exercise. Consequently, Body Sculpting can assist you in achieving a fit physique, sculpting your body, shedding weight, and fortifying your bones and joints.
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Sound Bath and Gongs
We might think this is a recent invention, but healing the body through sound has been practiced across cultures for thousands of years. Although there’s no water, the idea is that your meditative state of mind and feelings engage your body to bathe in the sound waves of healing instruments like gongs, singing bowls, rattles, chimes, and even the human voice.
Usually, this is done lying on your back and then transitioning to a seated position. It’s an incredibly relaxing experience, and it’s recommended to drink plenty of water afterward. You might also experience a few emotions after this practice.
If you haven’t tried this technique before, now’s the perfect time to experience it with us at Mind ’N’ Soul Retreat.
Meditation
Many meditative techniques originated in Eastern traditions. Meditation encompasses a diverse range of practices that focus on the body and mind, aiming to calm the mind and enhance overall wellbeing. Certain types of meditation concentrate on mental focus and sensations, such as breathing, sound, visual imagery, or repeated words and phrases known as mantras. Others are centred around mindfulness and stress reduction.
Numerous studies have demonstrated the numerous health benefits associated with mindfulness and meditation practices, including improved sleep quality, effective anxiety management, reduced stress, depression, pain, and addiction.
Day Trips and Additional Activities
Your retreat package will comprise 2–3 activities for you to enjoy. Activities selected will be chosen subject to the location of each retreat.
Please ensure you have suitable clothing and adequate footwear for all activities in place, and don’t forget your suncream, cap/hat, and insect repellent.
We have some incredible activities for you to experience that will leave you feeling elated, but please remember that nothing is mandatory.
RELAX ON A PEACEFUL
Traditional Boat Trip
Departing from the picturesque Kyrenia Harbour*, this private boat trip promises a truly relaxing day. The spacious front deck of the boat is perfect for sunbathing, meditation, or simply taking a nap while being gently rocked along the captivating northern coast of Cyprus. Take a dip in the tantalising turquoise waters and feel revitalised, ready to savour a specially prepared healthy Turkish Cypriot Meze Lunch.
*Weather permitted.
Gillham Vineyard – Wine Tasting
Discover the enchanting journey of winemaking, from the tender planting of vines to the culmination of wine production. Sample exquisite wines, immersing yourself in the captivating world of wine culture.
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Challenge yourself and truly engage your inner core while you explore this beautiful coastline as the sun rises. Depending on your experience and capability, full instruction is available for Paddle Boarding*.
*Weather permitted.
Walking Tours
Let’s venture into the diverse terrain, including moderate mountain valleys, where we’ll encounter goats and stroll along natural flower trails adorned with pine and olive trees. The breathtaking Mediterranean Sea will serve as a magnificent backdrop for this serene exploration. Amidst these pine-scented escapades, we’ll take a moment to appreciate the tranquillity of these picturesque surroundings and stunning views by incorporating an invigorating meditation session*.
*Weather permitted.
