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5 Day Yin Yoga and Chinese Medicine Wellness Retreat in Magical Cappadocia, Turkey
Cave Suites, Goreme, Caddesi No:28, Tekelli Mahallesi, Uchisar/Nevsehir, Turkey
Yoga and Wellness Retreat in Turkey
Welcome to a retreat where the ancient meets the awe-inspiring. In the heart of Cappadocia's mesmerizing landscapes, join Aylin for a transformative journey infused with the healing essence of Yin Yoga and the wisdom of Chinese Medicine. In the heart of Cappadocia's captivating landscapes, you are invited to a transformative retreat where ancient healing practices converge with the natural beauty that surrounds you. The focus is on the profound synergy between Chinese medicine, acupressure, and Yin yoga, a harmonious blend designed to address blockages, alleviate stress, and promote holistic well-being. Embrace the extraordinary in a place where the healing powers of Chinese Medicine and the enchantment of Cappadocia converge, inviting you to rediscover balance, serenity, and the inherent beauty within you. Your healing odyssey begins here. Welcome to Yin and Qi Harmony in enchanting Cappadocia.
5 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Turkish
Group size: Maximum of 6 participants
Airport transfer included:
NevÅŸehir Kapadokya Airport
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
14:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
Facilities
- Shopping
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Café
- Dining area
- Garden
- Lobby
- Luggage room / storage
- Multilingual staff
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- ATM / banking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ironing / ironing board
- Wireless internet
You will stay in the stone room with a terrace, garden view, and landmark view. It is a boutique property in the town of Uçhisar, whose views from the upstairs are outstanding. You will stay in the Uchisar area which offers a trendy environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
Program
This is a wellness retreat that combines the power of Yin yoga and the healing art of Chinese Medicine but also includes tapping movement meditation, and Gua Sha Chinese Medicine treatment for the face and head.
Discover the art of healing through Chinese Medicine as you delve into the science of acupressure points. These energy pathways, known as meridians, are pivotal in maintaining balance within the body. By understanding and activating these points through targeted pressure, you unlock the body's natural healing potential, releasing tension, and promoting energy flow. Join in for a retreat that transcends the realms of the ordinary - a sanctuary for your body, mind, and soul.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, there are 361 acupoints in the body along with meridians. They are important to effectively unlocks areas where stress tends to accumulate, promoting a free flow of vital energy throughout the body. During this wellness retreat, you will learn the main acupoints that can be easily understood and later practice on your own.
What makes this retreat unique is the integration of acupressure with Yin Yoga, creating a powerful synergy. As you engage in the yoga postures, massage balls on acupressure points enhance the release of tension, unblocking areas of stagnation, and fostering a profound sense of relaxation. The approach addresses not just physical tension but also targets emotional and energetic blockages. The combination of Yin Yoga and acupressure effectively unlocks areas where stress tends to accumulate, promoting a free flow of vital energy throughout the body.
During this wellness retreat you will be practicing
- Morning tapping and meditation with movement: Each morning, awaken your senses with invigorating tapping and meditative movement sessions.
- Yin Yoga with acupressure points: Immerse yourself in the healing power of Yin Yoga practiced in various enchanting locations - valleys, ancient castles, and serene landscapes.
Chinese medicine experience: Gua Sha and massage:
As part of the program there will be a 40-minute massage offered focusing on the face and head, using Gua Sha tools to stimulate energy flow, release tension, and enhance the natural glow of your skin
During the 5 days retreat:
- You will focus on acupuncture points on the head, face, arms, and legs
- You will practice the power of Yin yoga and learn how to combine Yin yoga practice with acupressure points
- You will practice Yin yoga with massage balls
- You will learn acupressure massage on yourself
- You will learn how to tap to correct points on your body and head
- You will practice walking meditation and meditation with movement
- You will have 40 min Gua Sha treatment ( Chinese Medicine treatment on the face and head focusing blood and Qi circulation
- You will practice in the different valleys and castles
- You will enjoy walking in the Pigeon and Love Valleys
Sample daily schedule
Day 1
- After check-in, meet on the terrace: Introduce yourself and give gifts (the host has prepared gifts for the participants, it is something like tradition)
- Evening: Sunset Yin yoga session on the terrace
Day 2
- Walking in the valley: Opening body and mind with tapping body and meditation with movement
- Breakfast (traditional Turkish breakfast)
- Afternoon - Gua Sha massage for face and head (40 minutes)
- Evening - Yin yoga combined with acupressure massage
Day 3
- Getting up with sunrise practicing Yin yoga under ballons
- Breakfast time
- Afternoon: Learning main acupoints on the body and face ( You will use here a cloured pen, acupoints tools, and stickers)
- Evening: Practicing movement meditation and coherent breathing
Day 4
- Morning: Practicing Yin yoga with acupressure points
- Breakfast
- Afternoon: Walking in the valley
- Evening: Movement meditation and Yin yoga
Day 5
- Full body Yin yoga and closing circle
- Breakfast
- Check out
Included excursions
- Walking in the valleys
- Visiting around
Instructors
Aylin Genc
Aylin is a certified yin yoga and Breath-Body-Mind (breathwork) instructor around the world. She got her training from well-known teachers and doctors from the UK and the US. She has worked on a breathing project for Ukranian refugees and earthquake victims in Turkey. Aylin has taught mostly Yin yoga and combined practices with Meridian Theory which is coming from Traditional Chinese Medicine. Currently, she is studying Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture at the Open Shenzhou University in Amsterdam. She joined many Chinese Medicine clinic internship in Warsaw, Italy, and Netherlands.
Location
The retreat boasts a garden, terrace, and views of the mountains. The property is in the historical district, within 100 meters of Uchisar Castle.
Distances
- Zelve Open Air Museum, 10 kilometers
- Nikolos Monastery, 12 kilometers
- Urgup Museum, 13 kilometers
Every morning you will enjoy watching hot air balloons on the terrace. The property is within walking distance of Göreme, Güvercinlik, and Love Valley, as well as restaurants, cafes, and shops.
Features
Activities
- Shopping
General
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Café
- Dining area
- Garden
- Lobby
- Luggage room / storage
- Multilingual staff
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
Services
- ATM / banking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ironing / ironing board
Food
During the retreat, you will be served with dinner and traditional Turkish breakfast. This are included price
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Whole food
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
- Face massage (Tuina and Bojin ) based on Chinese Medicine by Instructor - Aylin Genc
- Moxa therapy for face and body by instructor: Aylin Genc
- Balloon tours
- Ceramic course
- Visiting museums
- Visiting monasteries and churches
- Body massages
Spa treatments
Acupressure massage by instructor Aylin Genc.
What's included
- 4 nights accommodation in the stone rooms
- Dinner and traditional Turkish breakfast
- Learning acupoints and acupressure massage
- Yin Yoga with acupoints
- Gua Sha treatment for face and head ( Chinese Medicine massage)
- Energize body and mind with tapping and movement meditation
- Walking in the valleys
- Coffee, tea, water
- Gift bag
- Airport pick-up from NevÅŸehir Kapadokya Airport (NAV)
What's not included
- Airfare
- Visa if needed
- Insurance if needed
- Private expenses
How to get there
Recommended Airports
NAV
NevÅŸehir Kapadokya Airport
28 km
Transfer included
Airport: NevÅŸehir Kapadokya Airport
Airport transfer included: NevÅŸehir Kapadokya Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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