The objective of this gathering is to share ancient breathing meditation techniques to promote emotional empowerment and inner clarity. Incorporating these practices into your daily routine will allow you harmonize the nervous system in a very precise way, which not only improves your perception of reality, but also helps you move more freely within it.
At the gathering we'll explore breathing habits from the oldest era of yoga and taoism, as well as meditative tools suitable for all people.
We train the breath to connect ourselves to an internal source of inexhaustible energy.
Some breathing patterns are practiced together with physical movements to channel the breathing chemical components through different parts of the body. The intensity of these exercises is adapted to the physical capacity of each person.
Other patterns work more with the lung and diaphragmatic capacity in total physical, meditative stillness, without body-movements. In these, what is adapted is the breathing power of each person, based mainly on their ability to suspend their breath after exhaling.
To anyone willing to learn about breathing meditation according to the oldest culture of that yoga that few know.
"...but I don't know anything about meditation, I'm a beginner"
It's ok. Both the breathing and meditative techniques of this program are a very good option to start meditating and bring order to the mind.
"...I'm a regular practitioner, I already have experience"
It's ok. Our approach to meditation and yoga is totally different from what is generally known out there as such.
– Comfortable clothing for meditation and breathing exercises.
– Yoga mat. If you need a cushion to meditate, bring it. If you don't feel comfortable meditating on the floor, you can use our benches.
– Optional: if you have a personal issue around which you seek clarity, this is a safe space to work on it.
"Let your mind wander in the simple. Be one with the infinite. Let all things take their way"
– Chuang Tzu –
Each participant brings their lunch. There are kitchens with refrigerators and basic utensils - no microwaves.
It is recommended to bring simple food to prepare, and easily digestible to avoid discomfort in the afternoon breathing meditation.
Recommendation: avoid red meat, dairy products, legumes and bread; On the other hand, fruits, non-starchy vegetables, salads, brown rice, tuna, oatmeal... go very well.
All styles are welcome: vegetarians, vegans and non-vegetarians.
8:00AM – Doors open
8:30AM-9:00AM – Presentation
9:00AM-12:00PM – Ancient Yoga & breathing meditation
12:00PM-1:00PM – Free time for lunch
1:00PM-3:30PM – Relaxation & breathing meditation
3:30PM-4:00PM – Closing Circle
4:00PM-6:30PM – Sunset (optional)
I'm Antonio, and I have more than 20 years of experience in meditation and ancient yoga, in India, Nepal and Costa Rica. Here you can read more.
UPCOMING DATE
January 25 – Registration from January 25.
TIME
From 8:00AM to 4:00PM.
VENUE
Modo Elefante is on a 3-hectare property surrounded by nature in Atenas Costa Rica.
FEE, US$120 p/person.
* Keep in mind that the gathering is in Spanish, but the instructions for the practices can be translated into English if necessary; not so the consultations of the participants in the closing circle, or topics considered as non-essential.
* The space is reserved via bank transfer, PayPal or SINPE-Costa Rican-mobile, by paying the entire rate. Tell me to send you the payment information only if you have already decided that you will come, please.
* If you pay in colones, use the sale rate according to the Central Bank of Costa Rica here.
– Ask before payment to check availability.
– I recommend a limited use of electronic devices to have a more organic experience. Modo Elefante does not provide wifi or internet service.
– Please avoid photos or videos during the gathering (once it is finished, is ok)
– Event not suitable for children, teenagers or pets.
– Cancellation policy: If cancellation is requested, 50% will be returned during the days after payment. IMPORTANT: seven days before the date of the event no refunds will be done. The date of the event is non-transferable to any other event.
– Here you can read about the Modo Elefante concept.
– Here you can see photos of the place.
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