Embodying the Elements

Tending the Fire: living yoga, ayurveda, and movement alchemy for vital health

A 4-Day Prana Vinyasa Intensive with Shiva Rea, 23-26 September 2026

About the intensive

Our bodies carry all the elements of life: the nourishment of earth, the sacred water of our fluid nature, the metabolic and electrical fire within our cellular network, the life-giving air that supports every cell, and the space that permeates us all.

In Prana Flow, awakening the elemental body is the central energetic map. It creates the foundation for movement alchemy, for embodying nature, and for cultivating a seamless flow between practice and daily life.

Firekeeping 101 - Know They Self - Soulful Wellness

Our path to daily balance begins with caring for the elemental body through Ayurvedic dinacharya and seasonal rhythms that support a life of flow.

Living Ayurveda

Through the integration of the Prana Flow Living Ayurveda course, we will explore how the elements, gunas, and doshas within Ayurveda support physical and mental well-being. This is an invitation to discover the many layers of your being through the lens of Ayurveda and to apply this wisdom in daily ritual practices that nourish balance and vitality.

As part of this system, which is integral to the teacher training, you will be introduced to Five Elemental Prana Flow Namaskars and Ten Sequences as tools for balancing fire and supporting creative, effective yoga flow sequencing.

Experience the roots and evolution of vinyasa through Shiva’s guidance in the Elemental Vinyasa pathway of the Prana Flow system, including the Elemental Namaskars and Solar-Lunar Waves sequences within the Prana Mandala Vinyasa pathways.

What is Prana Vinyasa®

PRANA VINYASA® is a full-spectrum approach to embodying the flow of yoga, cultivated by Shiva Rea.

Students are invited to experience prana, the universal source of breath, life-energy, and conscious intelligence, as the guiding force of yoga practice and vital living.

Each practice follows one of the five elements, bringing creative variety to the rhythm of the day. Every sequence is an immersion into the element through movement meditation, opening mudra vinyasa, prana flow namaskars rooted in classical traditions, intelligent asana sequencing, breath flow, meditative awareness, body mudra, and ecstatic release into deep relaxation.

What to expect

Learn to embody and teach the Five Elemental Namaskars: Bhumi (earth), Jala (water), Agni (fire), Hridaya (air), and Akash (space).
Practice and receive Ten Solar-Lunar Elemental Prana Flow sequences to embody and learn to teach through Samudra’s Online Pathways of Prana Flow Program for certification.
Explore how solar sequences build toward peak asanas, while lunar sequences cultivate the inner arts: meditation, pranayama, mudra, mantra, and slow flow for flexibility and grounding through hip openers, forward bends, and inversion cycles in the mandala of asanas.
Study the principles of Prana Flow movement alchemy for elemental vinyasa sequencing.
Integrate the inner arts, including Tattwa Shuddhi tantric-based meditation.
Deepen your understanding of the microcosm-macrocosm of the elemental body within yoga and across cultures, and the importance of embodying nature in soulful times.
Return to Firekeeping 101 - Know They Self - Soulful Wellness, with care for the elemental body through Ayurvedic dinacharya and daily and seasonal rhythms for living flow.

Optional Masterclass: Fall Equinox Ritual

21 September 2026

Join Shiva Rea for a Fall Equinox Ritual Masterclass, where ritual and movement meet to honor the seasonal shift. This is an invitation to slow down, release, and align with the transition into the darker half of the year.

You may book this session separately or include it in your weekend at a reduced rate.

The Teacher

Shiva Rea

Shiva Rea is a globally renowned yoga teacher and the founder of Prana Vinyasa and the Samudra Global School for Living Yoga. Her work is grounded in a deep relationship with breath, rhythm, and the innate intelligence of the body, shaped by decades of practice, study, and teaching across cultures and landscapes worldwide.

Her teaching draws from the roots of vinyasa yoga and is informed by long-term study in tantra, Ayurveda, the Krishnamacharya lineage, kalaripayattu, world dance, and somatic movement. Through this lived integration, Shiva offers yoga as a way of life that connects movement, ritual, and awareness, inviting practitioners to experience flow as something that extends into everyday living.

Global Flow x Shiva

Shiva Rea was one of my first teachers. I began practicing with her sixteen years ago, and her work has had a lasting influence on my path as both practitioner and teacher. Through her guidance, yoga revealed itself as a creative, embodied practice that continues far beyond the mat.

What resonates deeply at Global Flow is the way Shiva weaves embodiment and ritual into her teaching, inviting practices that are truly felt and lived. We are excited to share this aspect of her work with our community and to create space for this way of practicing together.

Event details

Dates & Times

Masterclass: 21 September 2026 | 18:00 - 20:30 hrs

Intensive: 23-26 September 2026 | full days, schedule to follow

Location

We welcome you to De Roos in the beautiful Vondelpark for this immersion.

Address: De Roos, P.C. Hooftstraat, BW Amsterdam

Pricing

4-Day Intensive + Masterclass: €605

4-Day Intensive Only: €545

Masterclass Only: €80

All prices include VAT.

Payment in instalments is possible for this event. You may choose to pay 50% at the time of booking and 50% no later than 30 days before the start of the event. For this option, bank payments only are accepted.

If you would like to use this option, please do not book through the website. Instead, email us and we will register you manually and send the payment details. Your place is confirmed after the first payment has been received.

Who is this intensive for

This intensive is open to yoga teachers, teachers in training, and practitioners of all levels who are curious to explore vinyasa as a rhythmic, embodied practice. No prior experience with Prana Vinyasa is required.

The intensive can be taken as part of your teacher training with Shiva, or as a stand-alone training.

The practice is physically engaging, but can be adapted to be more or less challenging where needed. If you want to deepen your relationship with breath, rhythm, your body, and collective flow, this is the right intensive for you.

Practical information

The event takes place at De Roos in Amsterdam. The venue is easy to reach by bike and public transport, with several tram stops within walking distance. Paid parking is available in the area, though it can be expensive. Doors open shortly before the start time, and we recommend arriving a little early so you can settle in comfortably.

Yoga mats are available at the venue, though you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Please bring a reusable water bottle, as Amsterdam tap water is safe to drink. If you rely on specific props in your practice, we recommend bringing your essential items with you.

Location

We gather at De Roos, a unique and historic venue in the heart of Amsterdam, at the entrance to Vondelpark. Originally opened in 1900 as the headquarters of the Theosophical Society, De Roos has a long history rooted in personal development and the exploration of wisdom traditions.

Today, De Roos functions as a contemporary yoga and event space with a calm, grounded atmosphere.

During the lunch break, you may stay at De Roos and enjoy the café, which serves organic salad bowls, sandwiches, juices, ceremonial cacao, and other nourishing options. We allow a long lunch break so you can also enjoy the park on beautiful days.

FAQ

What to bring

Yoga mats are available at the venue, though you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. We recommend bringing a reusable water bottle, as Amsterdam tap water is safe to drink. If you rely on specific props in your practice, please bring your essential items. While we aim to provide the necessary props, we cannot guarantee that all individual needs can be met.

Experience level / prerequisites

The intensives and masterclasses are intended for practitioners with some prior yoga experience who wish to deepen their practice. Participants of different levels are welcome, and when working with an injury the teacher can offer appropriate adjustments and options. If you are unsure whether this immersion is suitable for you, feel free to reach out. We are happy to advise you.

Injuries & modifications

If you are working with an injury or physical limitation, please inform the teacher at the start of the immersion. Adjustments and variations will be offered where possible, but participants are encouraged to take responsibility for their own practice and to work within their personal boundaries. If you are unsure whether this immersion is suitable for your situation, feel free to contact us in advance.

Language of instruction

All events are taught in English.

Accessibility

De Roos is located in the centre of Amsterdam and is easily accessible by public transport, with several tram stops within walking distance. Paid parking is available in the surrounding area, though it can be limited and relatively expensive.

The venue is accessible on foot and by bike, and we recommend using public transport where possible. If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, please feel free to contact us in advance.

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included in the immersion. Amsterdam offers a wide range of options close to the venue, and the best choice often depends on personal preference and budget.

Many participants choose to book an Airbnb, which is widely available in Amsterdam. Staying in the area around Vondelpark is a convenient option, with neighborhoods such as Vondelkwartier, Oud-Zuid, and Oud-West all within walking distance or a short bike or tram ride.

There are also several hotels nearby. For those who prefer a hostel, Stayokay Vondelpark is located just a two-minute walk from De Roos.

Cancellation policy & refunds

All bookings and cancellations are subject to our booking and cancellation policy. We recommend reviewing these policies carefully before booking. You can find the full details on our Booking Policy page and our Cancellation Policy page.

Contact for questions

If you have any questions about the immersion, please feel free to

Ayurveda retreat in Amsterdam

Ayurveda retreat in Amsterdam