Yoga Creatives Writers Workshops

Editing Workshop

Learn the invaluable technique of editing without attachment giving you the ability to highlight the gems within your work. In this workshop we review a segment of a published manuscript pre and post editing and evaluate the decision-making process behind the editing choices helping us to get in touch with your own inner editor and go on to apply these techniques to your own body of work.

Short Story Workshop

In this class we get into the flow of writing a short story in a set time based upon a word, number or colour chosen by our fellow classmates. This workshop encourages us to complete a creative project within a specific timeframe, engaging a balance between our creative flow and editing techniques.

Manuscript Makeover Workshop

Our industry professional gives you the practical and functional tools required to get your manuscript ready for submission to agents and publishers. In this workshop we explore the industry dos and don’ts for manuscript submissions from the basics such as manuscript length, spacing, grammar and mail outs to the more complex subjects such as copyrighting, follow up contact etiquette and agent commissions. An invaluable workshop designed to get you in the know.

Free Flow Workshop

From our unrestricted flow of consciousness often appear the gems of our subconscious. After a guided meditation class designed help you tap into your inner author we begin to write in a free flow “left side” style of writing. This class is designed to give a free rein to your inner thoughts and feelings without time or your inner editor constricting your work. In keeping with the non-judgemental and non-editing philosophy of this class this work is not shared amongst the group. This meditation technique is invaluable for both your time at the retreat and in the future when you need grounding and a creative boost.

Scriptwriting Workshop

In this workshop we explore scriptwriting techniques for television series’, short film and children and adults animations. Get your creative genius on the screen by learning pitching techniques, editing styles and maximising your work through sharp editing skills.

Writing therapy Workshop

Through the use of prose we quantify the expressive journey that our yoga and writing retreat has taken us on. Using techniques from symbolic art therapy we find an object that represents in one word how we are feeling. We draw out the prevailing emotion and write a poem, short story or essay based on this “one word object” and the feelings around it. This is an eye opening and highly cathartic experience.

Retreat Prices

2008
June 1st to June 14th Goa Monsoon June Retreat 1400 Pounds Sterling including all meals, accommodation, yoga classes and workshops.
June 22nd to July 7th October 1st to October 14th Goa Arabian Sea Retreat

1500 pounds Sterling including breakfast, luxury beach side accommodation all yoga classes and workshops.
October 15th to October 29th - December 1st to December 15th

2009
January 1st to January 15th Bali 1500 pounds Sterling including breakfast, luxury accommodation all yoga classes and workshops.
January 16 th to January 30 th 2009

November 1st to November 15th Goa Arabian Sea Retreat 1500 pounds Sterling including breakfast, luxury beach side accommodation, all yoga classes and workshops. November 16th to November 30th

Retreats in India

Goa

Our “Monsoon June” retreat in the magnificent riverside retreat home provides the perfect opportunity to get away from the daily interruptions that hamper creative flow and experience the wonder that is monsoon time in India. Nestled away beautiful natural surrounds this riverside retreat house encapsulates old world charm with all the comforts of home to ensure your optimum relaxation. Adorning the walls are artworks from residents past who have used the space as a place to reflect and create in peace. Have a Chai by the riverside, explore the lush surroundings or simply soak up the charisma. This retreat has proven highly popular with writers and photographers.

Our “Arabian Sea” retreat takes place on a quiet stretch of sandy beach surrounded by palm trees with amazing views of the ocean. Accommodation consists of luxury beach huts with all western amenities and access to all modern facilities within walking distance. We offer a range of relaxation and healing services such as traditional Ayurvedic treatments, massage and Reiki treatments. This “Arabian Sea” Yoga retreat has proved highly popular with clients looking for an opportunity to create and relax in a beach holiday environment.

Retreats in Bali

Ubud

Our “Bali Bliss” package is a luxurious retreat incorporating Balinese and Indian spiritual practices and meditation styles and daily yoga practice. Set in the lush Balinese forest surrounded by traditional temples this is the ultimate rejuvenation and relaxation retreat. We offer traditional Balinese massage and healing treatments at our luxury poolside accommodation. This retreat has proven especially popular with our dance and writer clients.