Stress Relief and Relaxation through Yoga

When: 23 – 25 October 2026

Where: Sivananda Yoga Centre, 51 Felsham Road
Putney, London SW15 1AZ

Join us for a relaxing weekend in the oasis of peace of the Sivananda Centre.

Stress has been determined to be a significant cause of illness and disease. Using ancient techniques, we will work with the body, breath and mind to effectively relax and connect to inner peace.

Learn practical relaxation techniques to improve your wellbeing, recharge body and mind and respond positively to the circumstances and challenges of daily life.

We look forward to having you with us.

Course Outline

  • Practice of asanas, pranayama and relaxation to counteract the stress response
  • Learning to slow down the mind with meditation
  • Eating better, sleeping better
  • Letting go: the art of mental relaxation
  • Incorporating positive lifestyle choices to overcome stress

Daily Programme

Friday, 23 October 2026

4:00 pmAsana class: Gentle arrival class with focus on relaxation
6:00 pmVegetarian Dinner
7:30 pmSatsang: Yoga, a path to peace

Saturday, 24 October 2026

6:30 amSilent meditative walk along the Thames
8:00 amLight breakfast
9:15 amKarma Yoga
10:30 amMeditative asana and pranayama class
12:00 pmVegetarian lunch
1:30 pmWorkshop Stress relief and relaxation though yoga I
4:00 pmAsana & pranayama class
5:30 pmTea & snack
6:00 pmSilent meditation, chanting and talk
7:30 pmVegetarian Dinner

Sunday, 25 October 2026

6:30 amSilent meditation, chanting and talk Silence, its health benefits and how to practice
8:15 amAsana and pranayama class
9:45 amLight breakfast
10:45 amKarma yoga
12:00 pmVegetarian lunch
1:30 pmWorkshop Stress relief and relaxation though yoga II

Participation

Residential Retreat

Shared room£255
Twin room£305
Single room£360

One Day Retreat Only

Full day programme£65
Includes: Asana classes, workshops, satsangs and meals

Workshop Only

Workshop£25

Book for one day or a workshop only