SIX SENSES YOGA RETREAT IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE

A JOURNEY OF YOGA, MEDITATION, FOOD & WINE, AND THE WONDERS OF NATURE

11-18 May 2019

A JOURNEY OF YOGA, MEDITATION, FOOD & WINE, AND THE WONDERS OF NATURE

Awaken all of your senses on this 7-day retreat that energizes your soul and refocuses your attention on living the good life, following your bliss. Your home for this guided journey is a special villa in the center of Vence, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France. Surrender to your heart’s intentions and desires as you create balance and harmony with meditation and yoga sessions in stunning settings. Awaken all of your senses - sight, smell, sound, taste, touch and intuition - as you learn the teachings of ancient wisdom traditions and explore each sense in the magical way France offers them.

Your journey through the six senses takes place in and around Vence, a town on the French Riviera set in the hills of the Alpes Maritimes in the southeast corner of France, near the border with Italy, on the Mediterranean coast, between Nice and Antibes. You enjoy gentle hikes in the hills and forests; indulge in the delicious local foods, cheeses, seafood, and wine; visit the world's capital of perfume, in Grasse; explore famous art galleries and basically remind yourself how beautiful and alive you can feel when living life paying attention to its simple pleasures.

This sensational journey offers a wonderful opportunity for self-reflection and rejuvenation surrounded by the natural wonders and energies of the South of France, in the company of your specialist facilitator, Dr. Tanya Pergola.

The Six Senses Yoga Retreat in the South of France is specially designed with wellbeing enthusiasts, quality-of-life aficionados and cultural enthusiasts in mind.

What we love about the Six Senses Yoga Retreat in the South of France:

• Experience the joy, peace and mindfulness of this yoga retreat with daily meditations and classes from The Pergola Method™.

• Enjoy the flexibility and privacy of your home in the villa with a small like-minded group of just 4 to 8 guests.

• Balance body, mind and spirit with Dr. Tanya Pergola, a specialist yoga and meditation instructor.

• Vence is famous for its spring water, which you will collect from the fountain next to the villa.

• Explore the stunning Côte d’Azur and its blend of historic architecture, natural beauty and culinary delicacies with a local, French-speaking resident.

• Learn how to cook with more ease and joy in a class themed “Delicious AND Healthy”.

• Enjoy a massage, winery visit, picnic in the forest and plenty of free time to chill and reflect on la joie de vivre.

EXCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATION

AU SOULEU

Provençal for “Au Soleil” - Let’s Go to the Sun - Au Souleu is a special Provençal villa in the center of Vence, only a 4 minute walk from the historical center. The villa was designed in 1936 by Arthur Teisseire, a well-known architect in Vence. In the center of Vence center is a quartier by the name of “A. Teisseire” and the main parking area is named after his wife Marie-Antoinette. Arthur was the grandfather of Vincent Teisseire who now lives with his family at Au Souleu. His wife Hanneke will be your co-host during the retreat.

When you are ready to book your retreat, you will choose among the available rooms at the villa, each having its own flavor and character. Au Souleu has a large garden, a real piece of paradise in the center of Vence. In the back garden is a small, nicely designed swimming pool. Breakfasts and some of our lunches and dinners are prepared in the spacious kitchen of the villa.

EXPECT THE SENSATIONAL

11-18 May 2019 Vence, France

Saturday, 11 May - Arrival Welcome to the Côte d’Azur! Upon arrival at Nice International Airport you will be met by a member from our team who will drive you to Au Souleu, a historical villa located in Vence, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. You will drive along the seaside of Cagnes-sur-Mer and in the distance, you will see the sweet town of Antibes. You will turn north and head slightly inland to reach Vence, built against the baoux de blanc (pre-Alps). Behind the four baoux is the beginning of the French Alps. The drive is about 25 minutes. Upon arrival at the villa, we will begin the retreat with an opening ceremony and share our first meal together.

Sunday, 12 May - Seeing Your day begins with a morning meditation and yoga session. During breakfast together, we discuss the first sense ‘Seeing’ and you learn about the importance of ‘consuming’ beautiful images and what it means to really “see”. On this relaxing Sunday, we take in the sights around Vence, walk to see the stunning vistas, and enjoy a picnic lunch and late afternoon yoga overlooking Vence and the coastline. Dinner is a home-cooked meal at the villa.

Monday, 13 May - Tasting After morning meditation and yoga, we discuss the sense of ‘Taste’ over a light breakfast and the concept of “food as medicine”. Later in the morning, Dr. Tanya teaches a cooking class including how to design meals, shop with ease and cook delicious AND healthy meals in the European-Ayurvedic tradition. Lunch is the meal we prepared together in class. After lunch, we visit a local winery to enjoy a French wine tasting. In the evening, you are on your own to explore the quaint town of Vence and eat in one of its local restaurants.

Tuesday, 14 May - Hearing During morning meditation and yoga, we focus on the sense of ‘Hearing’ and learn about mantra-based primordial sound healing techniques and chakra toning. Over breakfast, we discuss the importance of taking in nourishing sounds - sounds of nature, music, mantras, chakra sounds. After breakfast, we walk around the Cap d’Antibes to enjoy the sounds of the sea. After a picnic lunch, you are free to explore the afternoon in Antibes. In the evening we will dine together and enjoy the sounds of local musicians.

Wednesday, 15 May - Smell After morning meditation and yoga, we discuss the sense of ‘Smell’ over breakfast and how aromas can trigger the healing power within us. We then travel to the world’s capital of perfume - Grasse. Home to three world-famous perfumeries — Fragonard, Galimard, and Molinard — and surrounded by fields of lavender, rose, and jasmine, Grasse is a hilltop medieval town just north of Cannes. In Grasse, we tour a perfumery before heading to Tourettes-sur-Loup for lunch. Known as the ‘violet village’ we enjoy an amazing lunch together at a local restaurant before you are free to explore the town in the afternoon. There is an option to walk back to Vence or travel by vehicle. Dinner is on your own back in Vence.

Thursday, 16 May - Touch After morning meditation and yoga, we discuss the sense of ‘Touch’ over breakfast and recognize the skin as a portal to the inner pharmacy of healing chemicals in the body. A massage therapist will come to the villa today and you will receive a full-body massage. Lunch is at a local vegetarian café in Vence. There is time today to relax at the villa and enjoy time to yourself. Dinner cooked by a local chef is at Au Souleu.

Friday, 17 May - Intuition Today, after morning meditation and yoga, we talk about the ‘sixth sense’ of ‘Intuition’. What is it and how do you cultivate it? As artists seem to have that ‘6th Sense’ we head to the artists’ village of St Paul de Vence. On our walk through the forest to the village, we stop for a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, you are free to explore the galleries and museums in St Paul de Vence. Our last dinner together will be out on the town.

Saturday, 18 May - Departure Depending on the time of your departing flight or onward journey, morning activities will vary.

EXPECT THE SENSATIONAL

RETREAT LEADER

Dr. Tanya Pergola is an internationally acclaimed award-winning author, inspirational speaker, community development orchestrator, healing safari guide, and yoga and meditation instructor. For twenty years she has been sharing timeless indigenous wisdom tailored to help individuals with modern day stresses. Her approach to health and well-being encourages true transformation in people and in the communities they touch.

Born in the United States, Tanya holds a PhD in Sociology and Social Psychology. She is a Chopra Certified Vedic Educator, a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) and has apprenticed with traditional Maasai healers in East Africa for over ten years. Dr. Tanya’s insight into these ancient wisdom traditions gives her a different perspective when it

comes to applying these methods in modern times. Dr. Tanya holds public and private yoga and meditation classes all over the world. Dr. Tanya is the author of Time is Cows: Timeless Wisdom of the Maasai and the founder of THE PERGOLA METHOD™.

During this retreat, you will be introduced to THE PERGOLA METHOD™. The surname ‘Pergola’ means a garden structure that gives climbing plants a structure, and provides support during times of growth and transformation. The method is Dr. Tanya's very own combination of Ayurvedic/Maasai holistic wisdom, knowing that the implementation of the elements of this method helps create a healthy structure in your life.

Dr. Tanya Pergola and co-host Hanneke van de Ven in Vence

BOOKING

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 7 nights accommodation at Au Souleu villa • All delicious breakfasts and some lunches and dinners including most wine • Transport to and from all scheduled activities, including airport transfers • Entrance and activity fees included in itinerary • All group Yoga & Meditation sessions • A full-body massage • Teachings on The Pergola Method™ for health and wellness by award-winning author Dr. Tanya Pergola

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

• Flights from home country into Nice International Airport • Some meals on your own • Additional spa services • Personal phone calls, laundry, some premium alcohol and tips • Additional transport for personal activities • Personal, medical or trip cancellation insurance

For Six Senses Yoga Retreat May 11-18, 2019: From 3525 EURO ($4025 USD) (please note this retreat is FULLY inclusive! Exact cost varies by room selection) • A non-refundable deposit of 525€ ($600 USD) is needed immediately to hold your place as spots are

extremely limited! • 50% of the balance is due 60 days before departure. • Full amount per person is due in full 30 days before departure.

*Cost per person sharing double room. Single supplement added for those wanting own room.

Please note: Any cancellation will result in a total loss of the 525€/$600USD deposit. Any cancellation received in writing 30 days before departure will result in a loss of 50% of the trip price. Any cancellation made between 30 days before departure and the trip departure will result in a total loss of funds. We reserve the right to cancel the trip if it is not meeting the trip minimum (if we do so your deposit is refunded in full). Trip cancellation insurance is always recommended whenever making travel plans. You can use our suggested Travel Guard Insurance online and choose from several policy options.

 For questions and to book, contact tanya@tanyapergola.com and 305 213 7106 (US code +1)