We are very happy to welcome Diana Shangguan back at Nøsen in 2024 and host this unique opportunity to study with her for 5 days!
This retreat will provide a rich context for each individual with a diverse level of practice. The interconnectedness among different traditions, the philosophical and contemplative background of the tradition, and its intelligent application to real-world practice will be emphasized. We will start the day with morning meditation.
The asana practices will be based on the Ashtanga vinyasa style, with full support for practitioners from other styles. The philosophy session will focus on the highlights in the Yoga Sutra and Bhagavad Gita, about other sutras and classic stories. Adaptive variations, hands-on adjustments, pranayama explication, sound healing, etc. will be integrated and explored, especially during the afternoon-themed workshops.
About Diana
Diana has been exploring her life journey with yoga since 2003 and sharing/teaching along the way of learning since 2013. She graduated from Lund University (Sweden) with a Master degree in Social Science and her cross-industry work experience covers banking, educational tourism, philanthropy and social innovation.
Besides, she is also a freelance camerawoman and interpreter.
She started daily Ashtanga practice introduced by Kino MacGregor & Tim Feldmann in 2014 and her main teachers are Richard Freeman & Mary Taylor. Besides teaching bilingually (Chinese & English) both offline and online, she leads yoga retreats in Europe and China annually.
Also, she has creatively integrated yoga with management training in cooperation with world- renowned companies. Her class is soothing yet refreshing, and is guided in a meditative and experimental way. She respects the traditional yoga lineage as well as the uniqueness of the individuals and would love to share the insightful wisdom of the spiritual path of yoga with everyone who is inspired to practice.
Program
Sunday 18th August- Arrival day
15:00 - 18:30 Arrival & Check-in
19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
20:00 Opening ceremony & briefing
Monday - Thursday: 19 - 22th August
6:45 – 7:00 Morning meditation
7:00 – 9:00 Ashtanga vinyasa led or Mysore & pranayama
9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
11:45 – 13:00 Philosophy (study sutras) & chanting
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
14:00 – 16:00 Leisure time
16:00 – 18:15 Themed workshops（tailor-made for the group）
18:00 – 19:00 Dinner
20:00 – Winding down
Friday 23th August
6:45 – 7:00 Meditation
7:00 – 9:00 Ashtanga vinyasa led or Mysore & pranayama
9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 - 11:00 Check-Out from the rooms
12:00 – 13:00 Closing ceremony
13:00 – Lunch
14:00 - Dearture
About Nøsen
Nøsen is situated in magnificent undisturbed natural surroundings and there will be plenty of time each day to go hiking, enjoy the tranquility, bathe in mountain lakes, cycle, paddle or just lie in the grass to relax.
We serve an exquisite vegan food and three meals a day are included in the price together with accommodation in a shared room. If you want a twin room or a single room, there is a small extra charge.
This course is suitable for those seeking a deeper peace of mind, greater clarity of being, meaning and connection with life. We welcome you to Nøsen. Please enjoy our tranquility of the mountains, enjoy great yoga and indulge in wholesome taste experiences that provide a lightness of the body and peace of mind.
Price includes
Workshop lectures and classes (At least 26 hours in total)
Accommodation at Nøsen Yoga og Fjellhotell for 5 nights
Delicious Vegetarian meals during the entire stay
Sheets, blankets, and towels
In case of an international crowd, there is a possibility of bi-lingual teaching during the retreat (English & Chinese)
For further inquiries or booking, please contact
diana.shangguan@gmail.com