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Hello friends
It's fair to say we are now fully into Autumn. I always enjoy the energy of transition at this time of the year.
There is a yoga sūtra from Patañjali that always springs to mind for me at this time of year:
निर्विचारवैशारद्येऽध्यात्मप्रसाद:, or
nirvicāra-vaiśāradye ‘dhyātma-prasādaḥ
or in English (!) :
Upon attaining clarity (the word for clarity here relating to Autumn light - isn't it always just magnificently clear?!) of superrelfective absorption there is lucidity in the inner-self.
This sūtra really makes me take those little moments and let in that incredible autumn light as part of my practice. I find that taking a pause to take it all in, to feel the warmth of the soft autumn sun and the light penetrate my skin gives me an internal luminescent boost! Try it (if it's not cloudy of course!) - you don't even need to sit for it. Step outside, turn to the sun, close your eyes and simply feel yourself absorbing that beautiful autumn light. When you open your eyes, just take a little look around and see the quality of clarity in that light and let it inspire your day!
I am very fortunate enough to have just returned from our annual Morocco yoga holiday which was absolutely sublime! If you didn't see the pics on social media have a little look here. If holidays are calling you we have 3 huts remaining for our Goa trip in January and I have 4 spaces remaining for my Florence House weekend in Seaford also in January. If you are keen for something sooner, Jim has some spaces on his Florence House weekend retreat over the Samhain weekend of 30th Oct-1st Nov.
I have several events coming up including workshops and retreats so have a scan below and I'd love to see you on the mat somewhere soon!
Regarding my Zoom yoga classes you may join a whatsapp group to get time and link reminders if you wish. No one else can post in it and the posts disappear after 24 hours so you won't be bombarded. It is a useful way to find times and links though so please click here to join.
Please note some class time changes. On Thursdays my morning zoom is now 7-7.45am and my lunchtime class at the Buddhist Centre is now a morning class from 9.30-10.45am. Also, my monthly Friday evening zoom yoga and yoganidrā will remain on the 3rd Friday of the month now at 6.15pm-7.45pm so it's on this Friday!
I really hope to see you soon :)
Much love and respect to you all,
Khadine xx
PS. Jim, along with some other musicians are putting on a gig for Free Tibet this month on 21st October. It's for a great cause - Tibet are still under occupation from China (since 1951) so come and support. There are some great acts and it's only a tenner! Book here.
Monthly yoga and yoganidrā workshops at Luna Wave
Monthly yoga and yoganidrā workshops at Luna Wave
The next session is Friday 6th November, 6.45-8.45pm.
The theme is The embodied, empowered and divine means of yoga
practice that explores the embodied, empowered and divine means of yoga through yogic philosophy and non-dual practice as a route into presence and wholeness.
The upāyas (means) of tantric yoga are methods or skillful means to take us to full realisation of our essence. We will explore how these three means are utilised in practise through a physical yoga practice of the body and breath and a receptive experience that opens us to experience our essence. You can expect both movement and stillness in this workshop alongside energetic and restful practices that ultimately guide us back home to our true nature of consciousness. As always this session closes with a deep, expansive yoganidra to seal the deal! These monthly Fridays are now a 2 hour workshop so we can go DEEP!
Don't forget, you can make a real evening of it and book in a sauna at Luna Wave too!
You can have a 15% off discount off the workshop too with code KHADINE15
The Subtle Body workshop
The Subtle Body workshop
Sunday 29th November, 2pm-4.30pm
Sunday 29th November, 2pm-4.30pm
Unity Studio, Lewes
Unity Studio, Lewes
Beyond the physical body lies a rich and intricate inner landscape - the subtle body. In yoga philosophy, this is understood through prāṇa (life-force energy), chakras (energy centres), nāḍīs (channels), vayus (winds), granthis (knots) and bindus (points), all experienced through the tanmātras - the subtle senses through which we perceive our inner world.
In this immersive workshop, we’ll explore the nature of the subtle body and discover how it can be experienced through practice.
Through āsana, prāṇāyāma, meditation and yoganidrā, we’ll cultivate a deeper awareness of the energetic dimensions of our being, moving beyond the purely physical to explore what lies beneath the surface.
Winter Solstice day retreat with Jim and Khadine
Sunday 20th December in Barcombe
This will be lush! A full day of yoga practices with us both - food, juices, teas, cake, friendliness and a nice walk around the lake. This will be a an extended day so longer than the usual yoga day as we want to really honour this special time of year
Longer holidays and retreats
Florence House
Florence House
8th - 10th January 2027
Bookings are open - just 4 spaces remain!
This winter retreat is usually fully subscribed so I recommend reserving your space soon!
I have been leading retreats here since 2012 and it really is a home from home for me!
Please get in touch if you’d like to join us at this wonderful nurturing venue set next to the gorgeous Seaford Head and Seaford beach. It's a full immersion into rest, delicious food and good company!
Payment plans are available if required. I hope you can join me!
Goa, India
Goa, India
21st Jan - 30th Jan 2027 - 9 days
Only 3 huts left!
This trip is really special for many reasons. Of course it's in India! It's located on the most southern beach of Goa (it actually borders the state of Karnataka) so is beautifully quiet, and the accomodation and yogashala are on the beach! Who doesnt want to break up the European winter with some Indian sunshine and delicious food?
Jim Tarran and I will lead this 9 day yoga holiday to include two yoga classes a day, accommodation and delicious food. There will be a day off in the middle to explore further afield - It's going to be wonderful. This trip has already booked to 3/4 full off the back of one social media post so I would get in quickly if you're thinking about it!
Tigmi, Morocco
Tigmi, Morocco
4th-11th Sept 2027 - 7 days
Another of my absolute favourite places in the world! Tigmi is really special, set in a Berber village with the Atlas mountains as the backdrop. In fact the picture above is the view looking out from the yoga terrace. If you looked the other way you'd see the Atlas mountains!
It's only 30 minutes in a car to Marrakech so you can completely retreat or you can nip into Marrakech and enjoy the bustle of the souk! There are also Atlas mountain trips available and an on-site hammam! There is a reason we return here again and again!
This is co-led with the brilliant Jim Tarran and includes accommodation and all meals and yoga tuition.
Trainings and courses
Trainings and courses
1 year Daśa Mahāvidyā (10 wisdom goddess) meditation immersion
1 year Daśa Mahāvidyā (10 wisdom goddess) meditation immersion
This immersion is for anyone wanting to dive into a year of regular meditation practices through the tantric and haṭhayoga traditions. The wisdom goddesses are our support for this so the structure of the course involves a 2-hour live meet (in-person or on-line as you choose) for each goddess (10 goddesses) where I take you through various aspects including iconography, symbolism, characteristics, mantras and meditations. These sessions are then supported by practices that I send to you (a minimum or two per week) for you to do in your own time that range from meditations, reflection practices, yoganidrā, chanting or life integration practices. We also have two 30-minute live dial-in meditations with each goddess over the month or so we are working with them. You will receive over 100 practices throughout the year! You can find more info and the meet up dates below.
We re-start in January 2027 and this will be the 13th group I have taken through this course, having guided around 150 people through this and many people several times over (some even repeat the course annually!). Come and meet the goddesses!
Yoganidrā Teacher Training 50 hour YAP accredited
This year's course is underway but will be running this again next Autumn 2027. Dates to be released soon!
I love running this course and I think it's just getting better and better. It is resulting in some great yoganidrā teachers, including previously experienced teachers who have found a new level of confidence with this practice. We dive deep into the subject from all angles and the course will give you confidence to develop your own yoganidrā style. The course runs between September - November 2027 so it's a really lovely time to have something that is deeply nourishing for you and you get to learn to share this wonderful practice. Honestly it's the best homework (yes you do have to do personal yoganidrā practice - what a hardship!). This is a very rounded complete training, so not only will you learn the techniques that other training courses offer, but you will learn about the rich history of sleep-based practices in South Asian yoga and meditation traditions and modern neuroscience in order to put this practice into the context of yoga philosophy and traditional and modern yogic aims. This course is suitable for yoga and conscious body-work teachers and people working in one to one therapeutic disciplines who might want to offer therapeutic one-to-one guided yoganidrā. Please enquire regarding partial bursary spaces if you require a discount.
Vajrasati Teacher Training 500+ hour YAP accredited
Vajrasati Teacher Training 500+ hour YAP accredited
Again this year's intake has closed with a gorgeous group of trainees! It's not too soon to start having a look at the website thouogh if you may be interested in joining us next year...
If this is something you've thought about for a while or maybe you've just been struck by the idea to do a teacher training it's never too early to talk to me or Jim about the training so please do get in touch if this September sounds like your time. I hope it is!
Did you know that following a deposit the course is only £120 per month so it’s probably more affordable than you think! You don’t even need to become a yoga teacher. Many people undertake the course who simply want to deepen their yoga practice and understanding. Others of course do want to be a yoga teacher, so whatever your reason we will help you realise your hopes. The course is structured around school term times so it is very conducive to family life if you have childcare commitments.
This is a really fully integrated teaching training course that includes a full comprehensive understanding of yoga āsana (posture) with the tools you need to teach, anatomy, philosophy, Sanskrit, prāṇāyāma, meditation and mantra. But best of all, what Vajrasati excels in is community. The school is founded on a philosophy of shared learning and respect so joining this teacher training means you are joining a supportive community of heart-centered teachers, with support for the whole of your yoga journey even after the course is complete. Your training is delivered Jim Tarran (the founder of Vajrasati yoga) and me, who between us have over 5 decades of teaching experience. We are also supported by 2 very experienced senior teachers of the school so you will be in good hands!
Monthly Friday evening yoga and yoganidrā zoom class is now on the 3rd Friday of the month. You can next join on 16th October.
Please note new time!
6.15-7.45pm
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