Retreat: Music to Lift the Spirit - Kirtan, Song and Mantra in Eryri-Snowdonia

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Join the Dru kirtan team for an in-person summer retreat in some of the world’s most beautiful scenery - the landscape of Eryri - Snowdonia.

Uplift the spirit, heart and mind with the healing power of kirtan!

Join the Dru Kirtan International Team at Snowdonia Mountain Lodge for this joyful three day immersion in kirtan, song and mantra.

Accessible to all, kirtan is a living experience of call-and-answer singing of Sanskrit mantras. When we create connection through our combined voices singing as one, we experience a sense of unity. The word 'kirtan' comes from Sanskrit and means to 'praise the divine'. Originally practiced as a way for Yogis to communicate with the divine, the ancient art of kirtan is as old as the practice of yoga. 
 

Here's what you will learn and experience: 

  • Immerse in the natural joy of singing together
  • Touch the depth of your inner stillness after chanting
  • Gain insight into the meaning and relevance of different mantras
  • Learn simple techniques to strengthen your lungs, project your voice and empower your authentic expression
  • Connect with nature and feel revitalised on walks in beautiful Snowdonia National Park 
  • Relax with old and new friends at Snowdonia Mountain Lodge 

What this retreat includes: 

  • A magical journey in which we will together express and experience energising devotional love through our voices
  • Bringing joy to our hearts, ease to our minds and inspiration to our lives 
  • Sessions of kirtan and mantra with many of Dru's experienced musicians playing harmonium, tablas and other instruments
  • Led by the Dru Kirtan Team including Petra Opsteeg, Susan Kulas and team

Practical details:

  • This retreat will take place at the Dru Centre at Snowdonia Mountain Lodge, Nant Ffrancon, Bangor, LL57 3LX              (non-residential).
  • Lunch, a light supper, tea and coffee are included.
  • Bed and breakfast are not included - we will provide a list of local accommodation of varying types from hotels to bunk houses.

 

When
28th Jul 2023, 11:00 to 30th Jul 2023, 14:00
Location
Dru UK
Snowdonia Mountain Lodge, Nant Ffrancon
Bethesda
Snowdonia, LL57 3LX
United Kingdom
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Event Fee(s)
Standard £350.00
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Global region UK & Eire
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DATES
28-30 July 2023

Standard: £350


Accommodation
This is a non-residential retreat. Please email hello@druworldwide.com for accommodation options.

 
For more information:
Email hello@druworldwide.com

For attending on Saturday Only:
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Saturday Only (in-person): £99
Saturday Only (online): £75
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Preliminary timetable:

Friday 28th July
11.00 - Session: Relax with kirtan, song and mantra
13.00 - Delicious hot vegetarian lunch
15.00 - Session: Immerse in kirtan, song and mantra
18.30 - Light supper (nutritious soup, salads and bread)
19.00 - Optional mentoring or therapies

Saturday 29th July
11.00 - Session: Immerse in kirtan, song and mantra
13.00 - Delicious hot vegetarian lunch
15.00 - Session: Insight into the meaning and benefits of mantra chanting
18.30 - Light supper (nutritious soup, salads and bread)
19.00 - Optional mentoring or therapies

Sunday 30th July
11.00 - Session: Immerse in kirtan, song and mantra
13.00 - Delicious hot vegetarian lunch
14.00 - Departure

Remember that is a non-residential retreat. Please email hello@druworldwide.com for accommodation suggestions in the local area.

 
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I’m new to kirtan... Is that OK?
Absolutely yes! Our retreats are suitable for beginners as well as for experienced practitioners.

I've been to this retreat before - will I benefit by coming again?
Absolutely!!! We carefully craft our timetable to match the needs of the people and the time of the year. So, most of the time you'll be learning new techniques from one retreat to another and even when we do repeat a technique you'll discover it in a whole new depth.

What about mentoring?
You can also book a personal mentoring with one of our expert tutors on topics such as chakra analysis, vedic astrology, sound and mantra, and much more.

What’s the food like?
Meals on the retreat will have vegetarian and vegan options.  Please discuss other dietary requirements with your chosen accommodation.

 
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Here's our accommodation suggestion:

There are many B&Bs and hostels around the area. We suggest Bethesda, Capel Curig, or Betws-y-Coed as the best places to start your internet search.
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Cancellation Policy

If your cancellation is received by us, in writing, more than 28 days before the start of the course, you will receive a full refund of the paid balance, minus the non-refundable deposit. 

For cancellations received between 28 and 21 days before the start date, we will refund 75% of the paid balance. For cancellations received between 21 and 14 days, we will refund 50% of the paid balance.

Unfortunately we cannot give a refund for cancellations made less than 14 days before a course. T&Cs All information included in any of our publicity is correct at the time of going to print and is subject to change. Whilst every effort is made to provide the programmes and services as advertised, we do not accept liability for any changes we may have to make. All dates, prices, programmes and specified tutors are subject to change without prior notice. If you have any queries regarding the courses, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Please note that by booking on a retreat, you agree to these terms and conditions.

If you have Covid, or any of its symptoms, we ask you to consider everyone's health and choose not to come. In this case we will refund your full payment.
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