Five Elements Retreat
24 April 2026 - 28 April 2026
Leader: Nicola Riddick, Christine Dewar
Cost Information: Accommodation cost: £264 single room, £392 for two people sharing a twin, £148 dorm. Full board and lodging costs.
Course fee: £200
Course outline
This experiential course will investigate the Five Elements, which make up the Universe and our own bodies: Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Space.
Contemplations of the Five Elements form an important component of Tara Rokpa Therapy, developed by Dr. Akong Rinpoche, according to his knowledge of traditional Tibetan medicine and his own spiritual tradition. It is a unique system which can transform the way we deal with suffering; either by overcoming difficulties or by being able to accept and face them. Tara Rokpa Therapy offers ways to help us face the difficulties we experience in everyday life.
There is great value in exploring and coming to understand the Elements in our complete environment; especially their interconnection with ourselves at a physical, emotional and mental level. Through this exploration we will see how the Five Elements are constantly ‘at play’, continually moving and changing to find the natural balance that is essential for our health and wellbeing.
During our time together there will be specific guided contemplations, using visualisation for a deeper inner enquiry and self-healing relaxation, while making good use of the beautiful Holy Isle landscape to further explore and work with the Elements. Please bring a few simple art materials, such as paper, water colours/paints or crayons. Comfortable warm clothing is good to bring and something to lie down on, such as a yoga mat/ roll.