Retreats and Teacher Training are an opportunity to live deeper into the teachings of Mindfulness Meditation, Insight Yoga, Depth Psychology & Buddhism.
Cancellation Policy: Money will be refunded, if I can fill your place, which I will always endeavour to do. When signing up, a cancellation policy will be sent out.
Dates: October 1st-4th 2026
Costs: £498 plus £45 for shared lunches.
Venue: An intimate, live onsite training, at a private venue, on the Monmouthshire / Welsh border, between Abergavenny and Monmouth.
Lots of space for onsite parking. Please enquire if you need accommodation.
Suitable for: Anyone who wants to take a deeper dive into Path & Practice than weekly classes allow. An in-depth study of Yin Yoga, Meridian Theory, Five Elements, TCM and Buddhist Mindfulness. Meditation is an integral part of this training. The training is ideal for anyone who thrives best in a small, intimate group, where we circle round, learn from each other and enjoy face to face connection with both teacher and fellow students. On a recent training, a powerful Sangha was created, deep spiritual friendship forged, in person gifts shared, as well as hands on adjustments (which one cannot receive with online training). The offering of props, exchanging of collective wisdom and visual cross referencing, that we all have different bodies and levels of pliability, creates a rich learning environment. Yin shapes look different, depending on who is practicing. We learn from each other's bodies.
Olivia loves to guide people into the depths of Winter. Wintering is an invitation to deepen, hibernate, rest as the Earth does, gather collectively and intimately around roaring log fires, as we winter together and enjoy the nourishing beauty of silence, deep yin and wisdom of Maitri. We will explore how to "go beyond" and cultivate 6 exceptional qualities that express the Essence of Human Character. What does it mean to be "a standing stone for the world" and how do we aspire and actualise Bodhicitta, in our lived experience?
Venue: Wonderful Escapes, Monmouthshire, South Wales, UK https://www.wonderfulescapes.co.uk/
A stunning venue in the heart of the Black Mountains National Park with sauna, treatment rooms, wild swimming, roaring log fires and 16 -18 beautiful bedrooms. The Great Barn, at the heart of this venue, is where we gather collectively, backed by the quiet presence of Skirrid Mountain. Those who love mountains, wild places and warm hearths will enjoy the spirit of this place.
Cost: £1150 for Private Room with ensuite bathroom or £1100 for private room with shared bathroom (you would only share with one other). Rooms will be offered on a first come, first serve basis. If you would like to share your room, that is also an option. Shared Rooms cost: £945 with ensuite bathroom or £895 with shared bathroom. All meals and teaching inclusive. A list of optional therapeutic treatments will be sent out.
How to book: Please contact Olivia Clarke direct at oliviahealing@aol.com This retreat will be held in silence, with an opportunity to connect and gather our first night over dinner. Silent Retreat can be powerful and transformative, beautifully intimate, connecting and insightful. It is a restful, loving and spacious way to be in community, with fellow practitioners on the path. You will be well supported.
Dates & Venues to be confirmed.
A combination of Insight Yoga, Walking Tours & Deep Ecology, with Sri Lankan Naturalist Isuru Dilhan & Insight Yoga Teacher Olivia Clarke, both practising Buddhists, with a deep, wild Love of the Earth.
Isuru Dilhan will rivet your attention towards Nature. He has a rare form of deeply refined perception & will encourage you to slow down & pay attention. He is an encyclopaedia of knowledge, someone who lives and breathes the natural world with every fibre of his Being. He has deep heart and deep knowledge about the cultural heritage of Sri Lanka & Indigenous Cultures. He is passionate about sustainable tourism. "Attention is the beginning of devotion" (Mary Oliver) a quiet form of prayer. "Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it." (Mary Oliver).
Olivia will teach on themes of Conservation, through Yin Yoga, Buddhist Mindfulness and Insight Training. How can we conserve energy, nourish and support all our internal systems, so we can Be Earth, recognising our intrinsic Oneness with Creation. Isuru Dilhan often says, Earth and Buddhism are One, not separate. Olivia now calls this Earth Dharma. It is a wild, soul calling, to Come Back to Life, to be part of a Great Turning, in these precarious and uncertain times. Do reach out, if this aligns. We would love you to join us. We are still in the early stages of visioning & planning. Olivia can send you venue information, costings and dates.
Please call for more information: Tel: 07816 512563 or Email: olivia@oliviahealingyoga.co.uk
If you are interested in Private Retreat, please see: thecoachhouseretreat.co.uk
or email: contact@thecoachhouseretreat.co.uk
