By Vanessa Fleming, Summersalt Yoga teacher 

Imagine floating on the blue and turquoise sea, with the sun sparkling on the waters and nothing but the sky is above you, and not a worry or care in the world is with you.

Imagine embracing the same relaxation you feel after a yoga class, and falling deep into your savasana in this setting.

Now imagine it as a reality.

This is one of the wonderful benefits of SUP yoga. Being able to practice warriors, headstands, shoulder stands, wheel pose, all while being challenged in balance and composure. Or even coming into the fish pose and seeing the sky and sea meet along the horizon, it’s a new vision and takes on “traditional” yoga. The chance to utilize the Hatha and vinyasa poses in a completely different environment is just another opportunity to reconnect with the present.

But it isn’t just about bringing your mat practice to the board. It’s about bringing a new perspective, and perhaps challenging the ego. Paying attention to the transitions a little deeper and closer, looking at the poses from a very symmetrical and asymmetrical point of view. And? Maybe ending up in the water when that balance is challenged. All moments of letting go, letting things unfold.

And now for the (superficial yet noteworthy) bonus: your summer glow is going to be on point!

Fun in the sun, a new perspective, and a challenge for the mind, body, and soul. What else could there be?!

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As you can imagine we feel pretty honoured, humbled and additionally energized (if that’s possible) to show your our love and bring the best experience ever in our upcoming  Balance and SUP yoga retreats.  We’ve already started selecting the best recipes, finding new stories about Vis island even us haven’t heard before, and practicing our best yoga poses. As time passes so fast, we won’t even notice when the spring will come and we’ll be finally meeting you! Or maybe we will notice, because we’re too excited and can’t wait for you to come, and we guess you know how time passes slowly when you wait for something.

If you’re wondering what is waiting for you in the best yoga retreats, we can give you a few more small hints.  Our beautiful retreat includes everyday yoga, meditation. Food at our retreat is delicious and healthy, bought from only local suppliers. And our trips to the beautiful Vis island… On one side breathtaking nature, and on the other – Mario telling stories about island’s history and routine. I can assure you, you won’t forget these trips as he is the best when it comes to telling stories and showing around.

Connecting with yourself and your new yoga family – this is what we’re all about. Add some little adventures as well as wine and cheese and you’ve got it all!

Namaste,

Summersalt yoga retreats team

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