Embark on a Transformative Journey: Iyengar Yoga Meets Ayurveda

Welcome to a unique experience where the precision of Iyengar Yoga seamlessly intertwines with the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, creating a holistic path to balance, strength, and inner harmony.

Location: Pranayama Garden, Koh Phangan - Srithanu

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Date: 26/2 - 01/3/2024, 5 days, 5 hrs daily

A wonderful fusion of Iyengar Yoga and Ayurveda Wisdom with two experienced teachers

Regular price: 15000 THB Early Bird: 13500 THB (ends 31.12.2023)

Iyengar Yoga, founded by B.K.S. Iyengar, is renowned for its emphasis on detail, precision, and alignment in the execution of postures, as well as the use of props to aid practitioners at all levels in achieving the asanas safely and effectively.

Complementing this practice, Ayurveda, a 5,000-year-old system of natural healing, offers a profound understanding of the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit, guiding us toward holistic well-being.

This intensive is designed to offer you the best of both worlds: the strength, flexibility, and mindfulness cultivated through Iyengar Yoga, paired with the rejuvenating and balancing principles of Ayurveda. Together, they create a powerful synergy, paving the way for transformative healing and self-discovery.

Whether you are looking to deepen your yoga practice, embrace a balanced way of living, or immerse yourself in the holistic teachings of Ayurveda, this journey promises a nurturing space to explore, learn, and grow.

JOIN US as we dive deep into the art of precision, explore the science of life, and awaken the healing power within.

What To Expect From This Intensive?

  • Precision and Alignment: Dive deep into the mastery of alignment in Iyengar Yoga, enhancing your body awareness and ensuring safe practice.
  • Balancing Act: Discover the synergy of balancing your body using both Ayurvedic knowledge and Iyengar’s innovative use of yoga props.
  • Strength and Flexibility: Experience a transformation in your physical strength and flexibility through Iyengar Yoga, complemented by rejuvenating Ayurvedic daily routines.
  • Personalized Wellness: Learn how to tailor your yoga practice and lifestyle choices to suit your individual needs for a holistic approach to well-being.
  • Empowered Self-Care: Immerse yourself in practices that promote self-care, empowering you to take charge of your health and wellness journey.
  • Sustainable Lifestyle Changes: Adopt sustainable lifestyle changes with the combined wisdom of Iyengar Yoga and Ayurveda, paving the way for long-term well-being.
  • Mind-Body Harmony:  Cultivate a harmonious connection between mind, body, and emotions, integrating the physical precision of asana with the holistic wisdom of Ayurveda. This approach not only enhances physical alignment but also promotes emotional balance, leading to a more centered and peaceful state of being.

Yoga is like music. The rhythm of the body, the melody of the mind, and the harmony of the soul creates the symphony of life.

– BKS Iyengar –

What Will You Get?

  • Comprehensive Guide: Learn and incorporate Iyengar Yoga and Ayurvedic principles, tailored for all experience levels.
  • Personalized Attention: Practice safely and effectively with guidance from certified and experienced teachers.
  • Tools for Balance: Learn techniques to harmonize body, mind, and spirit.
  • Enhanced Physical Wellbeing: Boost strength, flexibility, and body awareness through precise asanas.
  • Holistic Health Insights: Understand your unique constitution and enhance your well-being with Ayurveda.
  • Daily Routines for Vitality: Adopt Ayurvedic routines and dietary practices for lasting vitality.
  • Empowered Self-Care: Take charge of your health with skills for daily self-care.
  • Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded individuals on a shared journey of wellness.
  • Transformative Experience: Embark on a holistic journey with lasting benefits.
  • Resources for Continued Learning: Leave with extensive resources for ongoing practice and learning

TESTIMONIAL

“When you practice Iyengar, you bring consciousness to different parts of your body. Besides, Ayelet is so dedicated to her students, to the practice. You come and you really learn.”

– Ayelen Vittori –

The Daily Schedule 

Monday – Friday
09:00 - 12:00                          Iyengar Yoga
12:00 - 14:30                          Lunch Break
14:30 - 16:30                          The Wisdom of Ayurveda 

Saturday (optional)

Community activity                Hiking

TESTIMONIAL

“Nancy is a wonderful personality with a real passion and comprehensive knowledge about Ayurveda, general well-being and helping other people to reach their real well-being in their everyday lives. I got to know Nancy during the month I spent with my wife at Koh Phangan joining her lecture about Ayurveda as well as through Shirodhara-treatments, yoga classes and genuine discussions that were part of her approach to help people to reach their full potential.
Her warmth and caring personality combined with her knowledge of things that affect people’s overall well-being made it very easy to enjoy time spent with her as well as to get some concrete benefits and good inspiration to take into one’s own life.”

– Joonatan Voltti –

Ayelet Shilgy

Ayelet Shilgy is a certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher from the RIMYI Institute in Pune since 2015.
Originally from Israel, she has been a practitioner of Iyengar Yoga for over 15 years and teaching for almost 10 years.
​Her passion for yoga brought her to India, first as a student and for the past years as a resident, from which she is the founder of Mountain View Yog Studio in Dharamshala. She holds a deep connection with the location as her first ever yoga class took place in Dharamshala, in 2003.​
All these years and still today, Ayelet studies with senior teachers all over the world including Iyengar family. As a dedicated student of Yoga, she teaches from her own experience. Her journey with yoga started from a physical need as it helped her to ease the back and shoulder pain she suffered from as a result of sitting in front of the computer screen for long hours.
​Nowadays yoga practice is much more than a physical practice for her as she was able to change her complete perspective of life through it.

As a teacher, what has been inspiring for her the most, is the positive change she can help bring into the lives of her students. In classes she teaches heartfully giving attention to each of her students, correcting and motivating them to better their practice in a precise yet joyful and loving way.

 

“When you practice Iyengar, you bring consciousness to different parts of your body. Besides, Ayelet is so dedicated to her students, to the practice. You come and you really learn.”  –

-Sarah Baylere-

Nancy Huettig

Nancy’s Ayurveda journey began more than 8 years ago when she started studying with Indian Ayurvedic doctors in India. With over 10 years of experience in practising Yoga, she was drawn to the holistic principles of Ayurveda and the powerful impact it can have on one’s overall well-being. Through her studies, Nancy has gained a deep understanding of the human body and the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit. She has honed her skills as an Ayurveda Lifestyle Practitioner, Educator & Therapist, and Yoga Teacher, using her knowledge to guide others towards a more balanced and fulfilling life. Nancy’s commitment to her client’s well-being is evident in her dedication and passion for teaching the wisdom of Ayurveda and Yoga.

Her mission is to teach body-mind awareness and guide her clients towards higher levels of self-awareness and mindset by utilizing Ayurvedic wisdom and universal guidance.

Nancy is the founder of AyuForLife Koh Phangan. Koh Phangan’s exclusive Ayurveda Health Center – where ancient wisdom naturally blends with modern well-being, supporting you to live a healthy, balanced life in harmony with nature.

 

“Besides her knowledge and professionalism I loved her energy and personality! I learned a lot about myself. She introduced me to Ayurveda and thanks to her I’m planning on going to study it some more! Thank you!”

- Melody Cohen-

5- DAY IYENGAR YOGA & AYURVEDA INTENSIVE

Feb 26 – Mar 1, 2024

Investment: 15000THB

EARLY BIRD – 13500 THB (ends 31.01.2024)

Includes:
5 hrs daily (3 hrs Iyengar, 2 hrs Ayurveda)
Lunch – Indian vegan thali
Filtered water
Handouts
10% Discount on all AyuForLife Ayurveda Treatments

 

Embark on your transformative journey with us!


Our intensive offers a comprehensive blend of Iyengar Yoga and Ayurveda, tailored to enrich your body, mind, and spirit. To ensure a spot in this life-changing experience, we encourage early registration.

Important note: Please contact us before signing up if you have any injuries. We require participants to have a minimum of 3 months of yoga experience to attend the intensive. For the Ayurveda component, no prior knowledge is necessary, welcoming all to explore its profound wisdom.

Pricing & Registration:

What’s Included: Enroll in our 5-day intensive and receive 5 hours of daily instruction, comprehensive learning materials, personalized guidance, communal lunches and 10% off at AyuForLife for Ayurvedic treatments. 

Morning:                         3 hours of Iyengar Yoga
Lunch:                             Enjoy a communal India Vegan Thali
Afternoon:                      2 hours of Ayurveda
Saturday:                        Optional group activity

Location: Pranayama Garden Koh Phangan – Srithanu

Investment:  15000 THB / Early Bird 13500 THB

Early Bird: Secure a reduced rate by registering before 31.12.2023.
Standard: Open until 23.02.2024 or until spots are filled (limited to 20 people).

Read our cancellation policy below at the end of the page.

Register Now: Click below, complete the form, and secure your spot for a transformative experience.

Questions?: Contact Nancy for any assistance. Spaces are limited, so register today to ensure your participation! You can contact Nancy on her contact page or direct on WhatsApp +66 612270010.

Pranayama Garden

Nestled in the heart of Koh Phangan, Pranayama Garden stands as a sanctuary of serenity, offering a blissful escape for our Iyengar Yoga and Ayurveda Intensive. This magical haven is the epitome of tranquillity, surrounded by lush gardens that create a cocoon of peace and calm.

The yoga shala, a magnificent structure at the centre of the garden, is where our practices come to life. Spacious and welcoming, it is adorned with all the necessary props for Iyengar Yoga, ensuring a session of deep focus and precision. The surrounding garden, rich with vibrant plants and flowers, invites a sense of awe and wonder, encouraging participants to connect with nature’s beauty.

Pranayama Garden is more than just a location; it is a retreat, a space to surrender, recharge, and truly immerse oneself in the transformative practices of Iyengar Yoga and Ayurveda. Every corner of this enchanting garden whispers an invitation to let go, to breathe, and to find balance within. It is, undoubtedly, the perfect backdrop for an intensive experience that promises not just learning, but a journey of self-discovery and holistic rejuvenation.

ABOUT IYENGAR YOGA

Considered by many to be “the father of modern yoga”, B.K.S. Iyengar developed his innovative and inspired approach to yoga through intense practice and self-study. His famous book, Light on Yoga, has been continuously in print since originally published in 1966.

Structured towards gradual and steady progress rather than quick and fleeting results, each class is a unique sequence developed by our Iyengar certified teacher, to guide students through a safe and systematic progression.
Your experienced and highly-qualified teacher will help each student find their own level for each pose, and props may be used to make poses accessible and ensure correct execution.
“It is through the alignment of the body that I discovered the alignment of my mind, self, and
intelligence.” B.K.S. Iyengar

ABOUT AYURVEDA

Ayurveda, originating in India over 5,000 years ago, is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems. It is based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit. Ayurveda emphasizes good health and prevention and treatment of illness through lifestyle practices (such as massage, meditation, yoga, and dietary changes) and the use of herbal remedies. Key to Ayurvedic medicine is the idea that each person is made of a combination of five basic elements found in the universe: space, air, fire, water, and earth. These combine in the human body to form three life forces or energies, called doshas: Vata (space and air); Pitta (fire and water); and Kapha (water and earth). Everyone inherits a unique mix of the three doshas, but one is usually stronger than the others. Each one controls a different body function, and your chances of getting sick—and the health issues you develop—are linked to the balance of your doshas. Ayurveda seeks to treat the root of disease and to help maintain balance in the body, mind, and spirit.

Cancellation Policy

We understand that sometimes plans change, and we aim to be as flexible as possible. Here is our cancellation policy to ensure fairness to all participants and organizers:

More than 30 days before the Intensive start date:
Full refund, minus a 5% administration fee.

15-30 days before the Intensive start date:
50% refund of the total amount paid.

Less than 15 days before the Intensive start date or no-show:
Unfortunately, we cannot offer a refund as we have reserved this spot for you, and it’s unlikely that we could fill it on short notice.

In the Unlikely Event of the Intensive being cancelled:
If the intensive is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances (such as natural disasters, pandemics, etc.), participants will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer their registration to a rescheduled date or another event (if applicable).

To cancel your registration:
Please send an email to wholistic@nancyhuettig.com with your full name, registration details, and reason for cancellation. Cancellations are only accepted via email to ensure they are properly documented.

Processing Time:
Refunds will be processed within 15 working days of receiving your cancellation notice.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with our cancellation policy. We aim to provide a fair and straightforward process for all participants. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us.

By placing this information on your website, participants can easily find and understand your cancellation terms, helping to prevent any potential misunderstandings.

Questions & Answer

1. What is Iyengar Yoga, and how does it differ from other yoga styles?
Iyengar Yoga is a form of Hatha Yoga founded by B.K.S. Iyengar, emphasizing precision, alignment, and detailed asana practice. It utilizes props like belts, blocks, and wall ropes to help students perform poses they would otherwise find difficult to do. This approach makes Iyengar Yoga accessible to people of all ages and physical conditions. It differs from other yoga styles mainly in its use of props and its focus on alignment and holding poses for extended periods, as opposed to flowing quickly from one pose to the next. Additionally, Iyengar Yoga has a strong emphasis on pranayama (breath control) and uses a systematic approach to cover a wide variety of postures for holistic development.
2. I am a beginner in Yoga/Ayurveda. Is this intensive suitable for me?

The Yoga classes are suitable for practitioners from all levels with a minimum experience of 3 months. No prior knowledge is required for the enriching Ayurveda lectures.

3. What should I bring to the intensive?
If you like to use your yoga mat, bring it but we also have mats, a notebook and a water bottle.
4. What does the all-inclusive package include?
The all-inclusive package includes 5 hours of daily instruction, comprehensive learning materials, access to all workshops and sessions, personalized guidance, and communal lunches, ensuring a full and immersive experience in both Iyengar Yoga and Ayurveda.
5. How does Ayurveda fit into this intensive, and what will I learn about it?
Ayurveda is integrated into the intensive to complement the Iyengar Yoga practice, enhancing overall well-being. You will learn about Ayurvedic principles, your unique constitution, and practical ways to balance your daily life through diet, lifestyle, and holistic practices.
6. What is the Early Bird Special, and how do I qualify?
The Early Bird Special offers a discounted rate of 13,500, available to participants who register and complete payment by 31st January 2024. Ensure to secure your spot before this date to take advantage of the reduced pricing.
7. Is food provided during the intensive, and can dietary restrictions be accommodated?
Lunch is included. We will serve an Indian Vegan Thali. If you have any restrictions inform us in advance.
8. What is the maximum number of participants, and why is it limited?
Limited to 20 participants to ensure personalized attention and a better learning experience.
9. I have a specific health condition/injury. Can I still participate, and how can the instructors accommodate my needs?

We recommend contacting us beforehand to
discuss your specific health condition or injury. After understanding your situation, we will be able to decide together if the intensive is suitable for you and how we can best support your experience.

10. Can I get a refund if I need to cancel my registration?

Cancellation Policy
We understand that sometimes plans change, and we aim to be as flexible as possible. Here is our cancellation policy to ensure fairness to all participants and organizers:

More than 30 days before the Intensive start date:
Full refund, minus a 5% administration fee.

15-30 days before the Intensive start date:
50% refund of the total amount paid.

Less than 15 days before the Intensive start date or no-show:
Unfortunately, we cannot offer a refund as we have reserved this spot for you, and it’s unlikely that we could fill it on short notice.

In the Unlikely Event of the Intensive being cancelled:
If the intensive is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances (such as natural disasters, pandemics, etc.), participants will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer their registration to a rescheduled date or another event (if applicable).

To cancel your registration:
Please send an email to wholistic@nancyhuettig.com with your full name, registration details, and reason for cancellation. Cancellations are only accepted via email to ensure they are properly documented.

Processing Time:
Refunds will be processed within 15 working days of receiving your cancellation notice.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with our cancellation policy. We aim to provide a fair and straightforward process for all participants. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us.

By placing this information on your website, participants can easily find and understand your cancellation terms, helping to prevent any potential misunderstandings.

11. Will there be any resources provided for post-intensive practice?

Yes, post-intensive, we provide a range of resources including book recommendations, practices, and materials on Ayurveda. We also offer suggestions for private or group online classes and consultations to support your continued learning and integration of the practices into your daily life.