Aman Spiritual Keksel Yoga Retreat
6 night Spiritual Keksel Yoga Retreat at Amantaka in Laos, led by internationally renowned Buddhist Monk, Geshe Chaphur Rinpoche
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Only ten minutes by car from Luang Prabang International Airport, Amantaka is a sublime blend of French Colonial elegance and time honoured Buddhist tradition. Set within the capital of Laos, a well-preserved Unesco World Heritage Site, it simple oozes old school luxury.
Learn how to practise Keksel to identify and alleviate physical discomfort or pain and emotional trauma. These easy to perform yet powerful healing exercises can be used as a support to other meditation practices or to clear obstacles caused by disease or strong negative emotions, and to clear, balance and harmonize.
This spiritual healing retreat is for those who are interested in ancient Asian healing techniques. Willing to learn in the sacred space of this renowned Buddhist Rinpoche, an open mind and heart is required. Movement, balanced breathing and meditation all form part of this healing journey
This Aman Spiritual Healing Retreat is led by internationally renowned Buddhist Monk, Geshe Chaphur Rinpoche and will be in-house from 29th September to 7th October at the luxury resort Amantaka in Luang Prabang, Laos. Embark on a 6 night, healthy holiday experience with this revered Rinpoche to learn the Tibetan practice of Keksel Yoga.
The five elements of fire, wind, space, water and earth, are the foundation of Tibetan medicine, with the core belief that everything in this universe is made of these five elements and therefore they are responsible for the formation of each cell in our bodies. Expect group, morning breathing exercises, twice daily training sessions and evening chanting and mantra sessions with Geshe Chaphur Rinpoche.
Learning Keksel Yoga in this exclusive retreat, you will be able to identify and alleviate physical discomfort or pain, as well as release emotional trauma. These easy to perform, yet powerful healing exercises can be used in conjunction with other meditation practices or practised alone to clear obstacles caused by disease or strong negative emotions, leaving one’s energy field both clear and balanced.
Amantaka is within walking distance from cute boutiques, bakeries and restaurants, as well as the Mekong River and the town’s night market. It has a 26-metre swimming pool, fitness and yoga studio, and tennis court located nearby. The Aman Spa has four treatment rooms, steam and sauna facilities, and hot and cold plunge pools. We can also organise cultural activities including walking tours of Luang Prabang, a visit to the Mandalao Elephant Sanctuary, and Mekong River cruises upon request.
If you can’t make these dates, the same retreat runs at Amanpuri before this one too, or simply get in touch and we’ll source a similar experience.
Make an Enquiry6 nights accommodation at Amantaka in a Pavilion Suite
Return Airport Transfers
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, healthy mini bar and non-alcoholic beverages as prescribed for the program)
One 90-min Aman Grounding Massage on arrival day
Daily 60-min group morning breathing exercise and Tumo (inner fire) practice with Geshe Chaphur Rinpoche
Two daily 90-min group Keksel training sessions with Geshe Chaphur Rinpoche on the 5 chapters, held in the late-morning and afternoon
Daily 60-min group evening chanting and mantra meditation with Geshe Chaphur Rinpoche
Government Tax and Service
Single Occupancy: USD$9360
Double Occupancy: USD$6480pp
Airport Transfer Time: Amantaka is only a 10-minute drive from Luang Prabang International Airport
Local Currency: Lao Kip but USD are widely accepted. Credit card payments are accepted at the resort (Visa, Mastercard and American Express)
Eco conscious: *****
Children: The is an adult only retreat but kids are welcome at the resort and we can tailor in activities for the kids too. Kids below six go free
Tips: Be prepared for change and allow yourself time to relax for a few days after program if possible. Light, comfortable clothing is key