A relaxing week dedicated to Ayurveda, this retreat offers an introduction to Indian tradition while helping you understand the factors that influence the cleansing of the body and the different methods used for detox. Guided by Richard Slager, the program combines learning, practical experience, and time to unwind in a calm setting.

Ayurveda is an ancient holistic healing system that looks at the individual as a whole, seeking the root cause of imbalance and supporting restoration through the removal of excess and the replenishment of what is lacking. During this retreat, you will follow a half-day program designed to explore Ayurveda and detox in a gentle, accessible way, while also taking the first steps toward cleansing your body yourself. The aim is to give you the knowledge and confidence to begin a safe detox at home or follow a simple detox routine.

Today, Ayurveda is often associated with massage, vata, pitta, or kapha diets, and Ayurvedic cooking. While these practices can certainly be beneficial, they are only part of the picture. If you truly want to support your health, it is important to look closely at your physical and mental habits. A detox can bring temporary benefits, but lasting results come from addressing the underlying causes of imbalance. This retreat focuses on the foundational principles of Ayurveda that are often overlooked, helping you build a stronger basis for a healthy and happy life.

Yoga and Ayurveda as taught in India
A preview of a liver detox
An Ayurvedic massage and steam treatment
Discovering detoxifying herbs in nature
Cooking with Indian and Ayurvedic detox herbs
Outdoor activities whenever possible

Personal circumstances and concerns are taken into account throughout the retreat. The program runs Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Morning yoga classes are also available from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The entire week is taught in English.

An Ayurvedic massage with steam treatment is included in the retreat. This session will be arranged in consultation with you at a time outside the scheduled program hours.

Richard Slager leads the retreat. Together with Pinky More, he is responsible for organizing the yoga retreats and yoga teacher training courses at Centre Lothlorien, The Yoga Institute France. He has spent much time at Centre Lothlorien since 2002 and knows the area’s special places well.

Richard studied the basics of Ayurveda and herbology in Kerala, India, and completed the Yoga Teacher Training Course at The Yoga Institute in Mumbai. He has been studying traditional yoga for many years. Today, he teaches the Yoga Teacher Training Course at Centre Lothlorien, organizes courses on yoga philosophy and Ayurveda, and leads practical workshops on balanced eating, the use of local herbs, and the preparation of oils and other herbal remedies.

About the organisers

Richard Slager guides the Ayurveda Wellness retreat. Together with Pinky More, he organizes the yoga retreats and yoga teacher training courses at Centre Lothlorien, The Yoga Institute France. Since 2002, he has spent considerable time at Centre Lothlorien and is familiar with the area’s hidden places.

Richard studied Ayurveda and herbology in Kerala, India, completed the Yoga Teacher Training Course at The Yoga Institute in Mumbai, and has been devoted to traditional yoga for many years. He now teaches at Centre Lothlorien and offers workshops on balanced eating, local herbs, and the preparation of oils and herbal blends.

Accommodation

Courses at Centre Lothlorien are generally held from Monday morning through Friday. Longer stays or earlier arrival are possible. Arrival for a course week is on Sunday, and departure is on Saturday.

Accommodation costs depend on the type of stay you choose. A shared double room with full board starts from €420 per person per course week (6 nights).

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