Daoist Flow Retreat: THE BOUNDLESS Heart
With Jean and Mimi Quo Deemer
East Sussex Coast
JUne 28 - JULY 2, 2027
LOCATION
Mimi and Jean are delighted to another Daoist Flow retreat near the beautiful cliffs of England's south coast in East Sussex. Any retreat is an opportunity to go into more depth personally, away from the normal demands and routines of daily life. In this retreat, we'll be offering you space to unwind, reset, and rebalance yourself through restoring practices of meditation, somatic-based yoga, movement and qigong. Jean will offer morning meditations and somatic yoga/movement, and Mimi will share qigong practices. Therapies will also be available to book, and you'll have plenty of space for some rest, good times and laughs. We hope you can join!
PRACTICES AND DAILY SCHEDULE
Each morning, you will have a guided meditation session, breakfast, a qigong practice, and then either a gentle yoga, somatics, or longer qigong session. After lunch, there is free time for therapies, walks on the beach, time in the sauna, and/or naps. In the late afternoon, you will be offered another movement practice of qigong, gentle yoga and somatics. Following dinner, weather permitting, we will come together for a summertime bonfire. Everything is optional, and all levels are welcome.
About Daoist Flow
Daoist Flow explores the interconnectedness of yoga, qigong, somatics and natural movement with the underlining intention to touch in on our natural compassion and inner joy. It begins from the idea that everything is part of the whole, a belief found within both Yoga and Daoist traditions. From this starting point of interconnectedness, our practices will align us with this sense of wholeness. This opens us to discover our full potential and inherent wisdom, fluidity and ease within ourselves.
Accommodation
Within the main house there are 14 rooms, 7 bathrooms (one ensuite). There are also two separate garden rooms ensuite. Most rooms are shared twins or triples, there are however a limited number of single rooms available, so be sure to book early if you’d like a single! All rooms are comfortable with clean simple decor.
The practice space is spacious with a view of the garden and grounds.
CUISINE
The meals at Florence House are vegetarian with vegan options. All their dairy, bread and dry goods are organic and where possible produce from their own organic garden. The chefs are happy to offer special meals for anyone with dietary requirements or allergies; please make sure to let us know if you have any special needs and we’ll be happy to accommodate. There is unlimited tea, coffee, fresh water, a fruit bowl and biscuits available all day long.
Price & bookings
Includes four nights accommodation and meals, but not transportation to/from Florence House
Triple shared room (three twin beds): £1065 per person
Twin shared room (two twin beds) or double room (one queen bed): £1165 per person
Twin shared ensuite room: £1275 per person
Small single room (with single bed): £1285 per person
Standard single room (with double bed): £1395 per person
A £300 deposit is required to confirm your space. The balance will be due two months (8 weeks) before the retreat begins.
Getting there
By train:
Trains run from Victoria station every 30 minutes. Change at Lewes for Seaford. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes. There will be taxis at the station. Florence House is up by Seaford Head golf course.
The telephone number for National Rail Enquiries is: 08457 48 49 50.
Local taxi hire firms include:
· Terry's Taxis 01323 899444 (mob: 07745307227)
· Martello Taxis: 01323 492929
· Day-Night Taxis: 01323 896666
· Beacon Taxis: 01323 898888
By car:
Travelling east on A27 from Worthing/Brighton, follow signs to Newhaven/Lewes. At roundabout after the rail crossing you have a choice between Lewes and Newhaven; take A26 to Newhaven / Seaford.
http://www.florencehouse.co.uk/contact-us/location-map/
What to bring
Comfortable, casual clothing – it will still be cold, so bring warm layers!
Your own yoga mat
Any other yoga props such as bolsters, blankets, straps or blocks (Florence House does not provide these).
Comfortable clothing
Toiletries
Ear plugs, just in case
Comfortable walking shoes
Notebook and pens/pencils
Any medications needed
An open mind and heart, and willingness to have fun
