Gentle Awakenings
August 7 @ 6:00 PM - August 10 @ 2:00 PM SAST
Awaken your body and spirit from winter’s embrace with a weekend of gentle restorative and somatic yoga, taking place over the long weekend of 7–10 August. This weekend coincides with Woman’s Day, a celebration of strength, compassion, and renewal, as well as the 25th of the lunar month, known as Dakini Day, a time traditionally associated with wisdom, inspiration, and the awakening of inner potential. All participants — women and men alike — are warmly invited to connect with this energy and bring it into their own practice.
This retreat is designed for practitioners of all levels, offering a nurturing space to reconnect with your body, calm the mind, and restore your natural vitality. Through mindful movement, guided relaxation, and visualization exercises, you will release tension held in both body and mind, enhancing mental clarity, improving sleep, and cultivating a deep sense of well-being.
Beyond the yoga mat, immerse yourself in the peaceful beauty of the pristine Bushveld with gentle walks, and allow yourself the luxury of time — to sleep, read, birdwatch, stargaze, or simply soak in the quiet. This is a weekend to slow down, restore your energy, and awaken fully to the present moment, honoring your body, mind, and spirit.
Facilitator:
Pippa Cope offers mindful movement, including somatics and Donna Farhi-inspired yoga. She has been involved with the Tara Rokpa Therapy process for 20 years as a senior helper in South Africa and Zimbabwe and has offered workshops in Canada. Pippa has been resident at TRC for over 15 years as jack of all trades. She previously spent her professional life working as an Occupational Therapist, Social Worker and Community Development manager.
Cost:
The cost for the weekend includes the accommodation of your choice, all meals from supper on Friday to lunch on Sunday, and a voluntary environment fee of R60. It excludes staff tips and dana for the facilitator. Dana is an expression of gratitude for the guidance over the weekend.
| Accommodation Type | Cost per person |
| Camping (own tent) | R1,400 |
| Dormitory | R1,700 |
| Twin/double room with shared bathroom (per person): | R2,000 |
| Twin/double room with en suite bathroom (per person): | R2,300 |
| Single room with shared bathroom: | R2,600 |
| Single use ensuite room: | R2,900 |
Bookings:
Please book using our user-friendly online booking form.
A 50% deposit will confirm the accommodation of your choice.