European Ayurveda in the Heart of the Alps
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European Ayurveda in the Heart of the Alps
European Ayurveda in the Heart of the Alps Programmes & Rates 2012/2013 I Feel Good – Sign by Jwala Gamper Each and every one of our guests at the Sonnhof will bask in the energy and love that pervades our facility. Only if we feel truly good about ourselves will we be able to do good things for others. We see ourselves as the helping hands that open the door through which this change can be ushered in. ‘I Feel Good’ is our essential message. Its positive impact works on the frequency of our thoughts and emotions. It opens the way to pure being and stands for the beginning of the change we are looking for – whether we know it or not. Table of Content Detox & Weight Loss • AyurDetox – ‘Short Cleansing’ 21 • AyurDetox – ‘Intensive programme’ 21 Decelerate & Breathe Deeply Strength, Regeneration, Wellbeing 22 5 • Ayurveda Relax & Wellness Days 22 5 • Rejuvenation Week 22 • AyurvedaCentre 5 • Rasayana – Build-Up Intensive Cure 23 • Garden of the five elements 7 Ayurveda Programmes 25 • Ayurveda Taster 25 • Royal Ayurveda 25 Centre for European Ayurveda Overview of the Resort • Accommodation • Common Rooms & Restaurants 3 5–7 21 Three Pillars for Your Health 8 The Art of Healing & Philosophy 9 • Ayurveda de luxe 25 • VATA, PITTA, KAPHA 9 • Intensive Back Treatment 25 27 Sonnhof Teas & Spice Blends 10 Treatments with Dr (ind) Sharma Ayurvedic Nutrition 11 Ayurvedic Massages Diagnosis & Treatment 13 Classic Treatments 30 • Dr (ind) Sharma 13 • Christina Mauracher 13 New Therapy Forms 31 • Lisa Mauracher 13 28 – 29 Ayurveda – Beauty PHARMOS NATUR® 32 – 33 Yoga 14 – 15 Yoga Weeks & Specials 34 – 35 Pancha-Karma Cleanse & Detoxify Start Afresh & Continue to Grow • Pancha-Karma-Cure ‘LIGHT’ 17 – 19 Ayurveda Arrangements 36 – 37 • Ayurveda Relax & Feelgood Days 36 17 • Ayurveda Taster 36 18 • Royal Ayurveda 37 • Pancha-Karma-Cure ‘CLASSIC’ 18 • Pancha-Karma-Cure ‘DE LUXE’ 19 Room rates 2013 38 • Pancha-Karma-Cure ‘SUPERIOR’ 19 General information 39 2 | Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof Centre for European Ayurveda In one of the most stunning locations of the Alps, on the high plateau of the Thiersee Valley at an altitude of 900 metres, a place of unique harmony and wellbeing awaits you. Nestled within this natural paradise, at the Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof we have dedicated ourselves to the Far Eastern philosophy of Ayurveda, gently integrating it into European culture with the utmost care. Here, at the heart of the Tyrolean Alps, guests may experience the power of the holistic Ayurvedic philosophy without having to travel all to the way to the Indian subcontinent where Ayurveda originates. Our Sonnhof team of experts and our specialists from India, Dr (ind) Gaurav Sharma and Chef de Cuisine Balvinder Walia, will make sure that you are looked after with authentic competence and professionalism, as well as promoting a deeper understanding between eastern and western culture. Tirol meets India In June 2012, the Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof was reopened after comprehensive extension and renovation measures. The design concept of the facility is entirely based on the motto ‘Tirol meets India’: local woods and highquality materials create a perfect synergy with Indian colour schemes and creative elements from the Indian subcontinent. The entire resort was cleansed according to a traditional ceremony and fumigated according to the Vastu teachings to allow divine energy, also called Prana, to flow freely, thus creating the basis for health and wellbeing. In our chosen field, we are true pioneers in Austrian health tourism – we have raised the bar considerably with our holistic approach and are prepared to live up to the most stringent international standards. Yours truly, the Mauracher family Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 3 View of room ‘Veda Spirit’ Overview of the Resort Accommodation 30 rooms & suites • ‘Sonnhof’ single room • ‘Tirol’ standard double room • ‘OM Spirit’ superior double room • ‘Tirol’ junior suite • ‘Alpienne’ junior suite • ‘Harmonie’ Imperial suite • ‘VEDA Spirit’ suite Public Rooms & Restaurants • Spirit lounge Dedicated to the planets and the elements, the Spirit lounge is a retreat that presents itself in a different light on a daily basis, addressing different body chakras. This is where our guests sample Ayurvedic teas at the tea bar and delight in the all-pervading sense of healing harmony. The oak floor made from old barn wood creates a pleasing, down-to-earth contrast to the joyful multi-coloured Indian theme. • Anapurna buffet This is where breakfast and afternoon tea are served. • Buddha’s Place The restaurant also has a solid oak floor and follows on to the Spirit lounge, thus creating a unity with the Indra Garden, the conservatory dedicated to the Indian god of war, thunder and rain. AyurvedaCentre In Ayurvedic philosophy, the body is the temple that houses our spirit. To live up to this ideal, we have created spaces in the AyurvedaCentre that are solely dedicated to pampering our guests and their bodies. This is where all the senses are soothed in a relaxed, positive atmosphere and gently stimulated through soothing sounds and the encounter with natural elements. The names of Indian gods were chosen for the treatment rooms – for instance, that of Lakshmi, the goddess of beauty. Our three themed saunas also follow Ayurvedic categories: the Kapha colour therapy room (earth/water), the Pitta herbal clay sauna (fire/ water) and the Vata gemstone salt water therapy room (air/ether). Before and after the treatment, the Swasthya peace room (literally: ‘self-dependence’) provides the perfect setting for rest and leisure. The Vishuddha (literally: ‘source of energy’) cleansing bath aims for purification and beauty. The jewel in the crown of the AyurvedaCentre is the panoramic indoor pool with direct access to the garden and the find your energy fountain dedicated to restoring your strength. The OM meditation room and the Shaktis (‘power’) fitness room invite you to experience an intense encounter with the energies of your body and spirit. • Panoramic indoor pool • ‘Find your energy’ fountain • Finnish sauna • Eucalyptus steam bath • Heat therapy • Three themed saunas: - Kapha colour therapy room - Pitta herbal clay sauna - Vata gemstone salt water therapy room • Shaktis fitness room • Swasthya peace room • OM meditation room • Vishuddha cleansing bath (separate charges apply) • Ayurveda lounge • 12 treatment rooms • Medical room Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 5 Ayurveda shop in the hotel Overview of the Resort Garden of the five elements on more than 1,000 sqm The Sonnhof itself is a place of spiritual strength. Similar to acupunctural points along the human body, such places of spiritual strength are special locations where strong forces concentrate. The ‘Shiva Shakti’ energy garden, designed according to the ancient Indian teachings of Vastu and based on the five elements, boasts several such places where energy flows in a particularly effective manner. Anyone who enters these places of strength consciously and respectfully will be rewarded by their intense energy: • The door to the path of the heart – the rose garden: The roses that arch across this section stand for unconditional love. This spot supports the dissolution of pain and widens the consciousness of love. • Ganesha (elephant god) and Buddha: We must pass the statues of Ganesha, son of Shiva & Parvati, and of Buddha in order to make our way into our very own heaven in the energy garden. • Shakti fire place: This is where the female aspects of creation make themselves felt in all their intensity. It is a place of transformation that is dedicated to a sense of letting go and to meditation. The fire in the copper cauldron creates the perfect setting for intense Yoga experiences. • Chakra places: The seven Chakra places are arranged around the fire place in ascending order, from the Root all the way to the Lotus Chakra. When we enter these places, we touch upon the energy of the chakras, causing it to flow freely. • Place of blissfulness: This place of strength unites what is meant to be together. The awareness of divine perfection in creation brings about a sense of bliss. Against the stunning backdrop of the Wilder Kaiser mountain range, inner peace will come to you during a meditation session in this high Alpine setting. • Place of Buddha and of compassion: This central point of the Energy Garden gives the gift of peace and helps us find our sense of inner harmony. Regional herb garden Especially when it comes to food, the Sonnhof lives up to its motto ‘Tirol meets India’. Regional herbs are lovingly grown in our herb garden and used for seasoning Ayurvedic dishes in our kitchen. Bird table Ayurvedic teachings provide space for all of god’s creatures. While observing the birds feeding at the bird table, guests can let their thoughts roam freely and enjoy the magnificent natural setting accompanied by the sound of birdsong. Biotope Naturally designed garden pond where guests may experience water as the source of all life and restore their inner peace. Places for quiet meditation Throughout the Garden of Elements, generously spaced resting areas and Yoga sites invite you to enjoy a sense of regeneration. Underground car park with 40 spaces – included in the room rate! Ayurveda shop Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 7 Three Pillars for Your Health Ayurveda is so much more than just a healing method or a culinary trend – it is a self-contained path through life. The Ayurvedic way of life means embracing new happiness, improving your health and developing a profound understanding of yourself, your personal development and inner peace. In the Ayurvedic view of the world, body and nature correspond. Health is a state of dynamic balance between the body’s elements; illness means that these elements are in disharmony. Based on the three pillars ‘Ayurvedic Nutrition’, ‘Diagnosis & Treatment’ and ‘Yoga’, we can counteract such imbalances using a holistic approach towards our health. This means that we do not just look at the symptoms of illnesses, but also their roots, thus paving the way for an effective method to restore harmony between body, soul and spirit. Ayurvedic Nutrition as the Foundation of a Healthy Life European Ayurvedic cuisine as a culinary brand 8 | Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof The hectic rush, fast pace and stress that characterise today’s world constitute the main challenges for our society and leave many of us feeling overburdened and weakened. The consequences are modern-day lifestyle diseases such as burnout, metabolic disorders, allergies and food intolerances, cardiovascular diseases, migraines, etc. At the Sonnhof, we offer our guests the opportunity of a medically supervised Ayurveda break that is perfectly in tune with western lifestyle requirements. Illnesses are not just treated on the surface – rather, the balance of the Doshas is restored using targeted treatments and cures. In-depth regeneration, new energy and inner balance can thus become the new companions for your life. Diagnosis & Treatment Authentic competence & well-founded professionalism Yoga The journey towards my inner self Healing & Philosophy Ayur Veda – the Science of Life … To strengthen what is healthy and to gently counteract disorders at the same time forms the basis of all Ayurvedic treatments. At the centre is always the person in all his or her uniqueness. Based on a comprehensive diagnosis by Ayurveda consultant Dr (ind) Sharma, your individual treatment and nutrition programme will be compiled according to your constitution and supervised by our experienced team. » Contrary to efforts centred around fighting symptoms, Ayurvedic medicine works with a holistic concept that treats the roots of imbalances in a sustainable manner. « Ayurveda differentiates between three types of constitution and allocates different treatment methods to each type. These regulatory principles are also referred to as the three ‘Doshas’ and determine our physical, spiritual and mental characteristics. If the Doshas are in harmony with each other, we are healthy and happy in the eyes of Ayurvedic medicine. VATA. People who are slim and light and tend to be constantly on the move are the Vata type. They are quick thinkers, but also tend to forget things quickly and are prone to anxious reactions. PITTA. Pitta types have an average figure, are agile and good at decision-making. They are born leaders who, however, easily lose their temper and are prone to angry reactions. KAPHA. Kapha types are corpulent and take things calmly. Such people keep their head in stressful situations, are not prone to hectic reactions and have a tendency towards idleness. Their outstanding characteristics are patience, inner strength and gentleness. Your individual constitution type results from the ratio between these three Doshas in your body and is at the centre of your nutritional and treatment plan. The goal is to balance these three forces, thus achieving a higher degree of health, performance and happiness. » A tip for you « To determine the interplay of your Doshas, send us an e-mail to request a questionnaire or download it on our homepage. Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 9 Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof Teas All our tea blends are compiled by Brigitte Mauracher and Dr (ind) Sharma and are available exclusively at the Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof. Our teas are not only highly effective, but also taste delicious: we provide five different blends of regional and western herbs that ensure constant, outstanding quality. We do not use artificial aromas or additives but rely solely on natural substances and aromas. •VATA tea for inner peace & balance • PITTA tea to combat excessive acid & irritable bowel syndrome • KAPHA tea activates the metabolism and stimulates the circulation • • Liver detox tea to treat gastrointestinal disorders, excessive wind and bloating TRIDOSHA tea promotes vitality and joy NEW! Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof spice blends Visit our in-house Ayurveda shop or order teas, spice blends and much more in our online shop at www.sonnhof-ayurveda.at. Ayurvedic Nutrition as the Foundation of a Healthy Life European Ayurvedic cuisine as a culinary brand With ‘European Ayurvedic cuisine’, we have taken the principles of Indian healing and amended them to suit western taste buds, thus creating our very own culinary brand. It takes into account the principles and recipes of Ayurveda for restoring the balance of the life energies while also pleasing European palates through the use of first-class products, locally sourced from the markets and farms in the region. In addition to classic Indian herbs such as coriander, ginger, cardamom or cinnamon, European herbs such as thyme, basil or fennel are also given the opportunity to unfold their healing powers. » The combination of the individual spices, the way they work and blend into each other has a balancing and cleansing effect and also stimulates the metabolism. « We all have different dietary requirements. For this reason, Ayurvedic cuisine is based on the three constitution types of Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Depending on your individual treatment plan, we will recommend the right menu for your constitution type. Our international dishes are prepared by Chef de Cuisine Gordon Hildebrandt and his team. Your day starts … with a generous breakfast buffet combining regional and Ayurvedic specialities. At lunchtime … we invite you to sample our Pitta buffet, served from 12 noon until 1.30pm and containing soups, colourful salads, appetisers and desserts. In the afternoon … let us treat you to a Vata teatime, complete with tea ceremony and healthy delicacies. In the evening … we offer you a choice between three different menus: Pancha-Karma & detox menu, Ayurvedic Rejuvenation menu and the classic Sonnhof menu. Guests following the Pancha-Karma-Cure plan and adhere to an Ayurvedic diet will be given detailed instructions by Dr (ind) Sharma as to which meals they should consume and in what form. Guests who suffer from impaired health or otherwise feel out of sorts will receive medical treatment using precious healing plants. All meals are included in our full board and are served in the ‘Buddha’s Place’ restaurant and in Indra’s Garden. Our meals are prepared using mostly regionally sourced, natural organic products. Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 11 Diagnosis & Treatment Authentic competence & well-founded professionalism The Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof offers a comprehensive programme ranging from the short AyurDetox break all the way to intensive detoxification programmes, Rejuvenation weeks and Rasayana cures. The queen of Ayurvedic treatments, however, is ‘Pancha-Karma’, a two-part cure consisting of a preparatory and main part. Our Ayurvedic physician, Dr (ind) Sharma, will assist you with advice and guidance throughout your stay, supported by his assistant Christina Mauracher. Ayurvedic beauty treatments following the ‘Pharmos Natur® Green Luxury’ method complement our comprehensive treatment range. Christina Mauracher Head of the AyurvedaCentre & Assistant to Dr (ind) Sharma • Master of Science in Ayurvedic Medicine Lisa Mauracher • Trained Yoga instructor • Consultant for energetic Vastu fumigation Pulse diagnosis conducted by Dr (ind) Sharma • Fully trained Ayurveda physician (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) The pulse diagnosis is not just an essential component, but also the starting point for many of our treatments. At the Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof, this highly sophisticated diagnostic method is applied solely by Dr (ind) Sharma. His many years' experience has taught him how to interpret the pulse on both wrists to arrive at important information on the overall energetic condition of the body. To do this, he applies his index, middle and ring fingers to the inside of your wrist, feeling your pulse by applying different amounts of pressure. In addition to the pulse diagnosis, Dr (ind) Sharma will ask detailed questions on your nutrition and digestion, sleeping habits and general lifestyle context. All this information combined will enable him to categorise you as a Vata, Pitta or Kapha constitution type and to draw up an individual treatment and nutrition programme based on this categorisation. Dr (ind) Sharma is happy to speak to our guests in English. Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 13 Yoga The Journey towards My Inner Self. Gentle exercise for the body – relaxation and regeneration for the spirit. Yoga can support you on your way towards inner peace and balance and sustainable health. Our exercise programmes are characterised by competence and individual variety. Yoga is a holistic philosophy and stands for much more than an effective physical training programme. Just like Ayurveda, Yoga takes the psyche into account, helping to ease symptoms such as insomnia or migraine just as much as mood swings or anxiety. Yoga exercises, in conjunction with outdoor physical exercise, are an integral part of the daily routines of all Sonnhof treatment plans. We also offer special Yoga packages several times a year. For details, see pages 34/35. What does Yoga mean? Literally translated, Yoga means ‘union’ or ‘joining together’. Figuratively speaking, you are being joined to a way of life and the unity of all things. » Yoga brings about an incredibly strong feeling of joyfulness, inner peace and beauty. « Yoga is more The essential point of Yoga is to create a balance between body and soul, using concentration, contemplation and meditation. We are talking about targeted practice using the correct movements and their respective techniques for breathing in and out. What Yoga can do for you • Develop your own strength • Help with weight loss – either overall weight loss or targeted weight loss in certain areas of your body • Help you improve your figure • Ease symptoms such as migraine, insomnia, headaches, asthma • Help you be more open with yourself and others • Help you accept yourself • Promote the unity between body, soul and spirit » Yoga can help prevent diseases, stimulates blood circulation, stabilises the circulatory system and promotes overall health. « The importance of breathing – Pranayama Breathing should be deep and calm. Only the link between physical movement and breathing enables the body to release tension. Negative thoughts, stressful situations and unpleasant feelings make breathing irregular and shallow. Today our thoughts are constantly jumping from one thing to another; the Indians would say like monkeys in a tree. As a result it is often truly difficult to remain focussed – we are distracted by people, noises, images and smells. This constant dialogue takes place without us even noticing and only becomes evident when we have the peace and time to make a conscious effort at collecting our thoughts. Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 15 Pancha-Karma – the Queen among Ayurvedic Treatments Cleanse & Detoxify Start Afresh & Continue to Grow Encounter your true self – release your inner glow. The Pancha-Karma-Cure is unique in its healing and preventative health benefits. Pancha-Karma – the ‘five treatments’ – encompasses all five pillars of Ayurvedic cleansing and is the most effective method for in-depth detoxification, both on a physical and spiritual level. Like no other detoxification treatment, it removes toxins and waste products from the body, focusing not just on water-soluble waste, but also on the much more important fat-soluble toxins. This means that the body's self-healing powers are once again able to work at full capacity, thus restoring our ability to perform even at an advanced age. It increases physical and spiritual wellbeing, promotes spiritual clarity, has anti-aging properties, strengthens the immune system and helps prevent disease. Its vital energy helps restore your inner balance. All Pancha-Karma-Cures start with a medical examination, including a pulse diagnosis, performed by Dr (ind) Sharma and are completed in two steps: the preparatory treatment creates the basis for the detoxification process, while the main treatment helps unfold its in-depth harmonising effects, supported by the unrivalled soothing properties of Ayurvedic massages. Heat therapy, hot water drinking cures, herbal medicine as well as Yoga, Qi Gong and meditation are all parts of the Pancha-Karma-Cure that is available as a 7-, 10-, 14- or 21-day package. The treatment is particularly recommended for chronic disorders such as rheumatism, gastrointestinal disorders, metabolic disorders, insomnia, headaches, migraines, vegetative or psychosomatic disorders, unspecific pain or allergies. » What you should know « For our Pancha-Karma-Cures, we use exclusively high-quality herbal oil: • Pure, carefully selected ingredients • Prepared according to traditional recipes • Professionally monitored production process Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 17 Pancha-KarmaCures Pancha-Karma-Cure ‘LIGHT’ Pancha-Karma-Cure ‘CLASSIC’ – 7 nights, 6 treatment days Preventive Cure – 10 nights, 9 treatment days To divert toxins, for weight reduction and metabolic disorders, to boost the immune system after illness. To support a change of lifestyle, promote inner peace and help you find the way back to yourself. » Consultation and pulse diagnosis with Dr (ind) Sharma » Nutrition diagnosis and closing meeting » Therapeutic guidance from Dr (ind) Sharma & Mrs Mauracher » Snehana – Ghee application to dissolve toxins » Virechana – cleansing day » Treatments with 11 applications according to anamnesis, such as: · 3 Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage · Udvartana – herbal powder massage · Jambira-Pinda-Sveda – herbal pouch massage or Garshan – silk glove massage · Udanavata© – special abdominal massage · Nasya or Akshi Tarpana – nasal or eye treatment · Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead · Basti – gentle enema · Upana – Himalaya salt and oil scrub & detox bath · Shiromardana – head & face massage » Swedana – heat therapy » Hot water-based drinking treatment, ginger water » Herbal medicine for the duration of your stay » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Pancha-Karma-board TIP: All treatments within the Pancha-KarmaCure ‘LIGHT’ are carried out by a single therapist. If you wish to receive synchronised treatment (2 therapists), please let us know at the time you make your booking. » Consultation and pulse diagnosis with Dr (ind) Sharma » Nutrition diagnosis and closing meeting » Therapeutic guidance from Dr (ind) Sharma & Mrs Mauracher » Snehana – Ghee application to dissolve toxins » Virechana – cleansing day » Treatments with 18 applications according to anamnesis, such as: · 4 synchronised Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full- body oil massage · Synchronised Vishesh – energy massage · Synchronised Udvartana – herbal powder massage · Synchronised Jambira-Pinda-Sveda – herbal pouch massage or synchronised Garshan – silk glove massage · Synchronised Pizzichilli (Sekka) – full-body oil treatment · Udanavata© – special abdominal massage · Nasya or Akshi Tarpana – nasal or eye treatment · 2 Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead · 2 Basti – gentle enema · Upana – Himalaya salt and oil scrub & detox bath · Shiromardana – head & face massage · Whirlpool bath using Alpine gentian and herbs · NEW: Joao de Deus crystal light therapy & STIMULARIUM® for your chakras » Swedana – heat therapy » Hot water-based drinking treatment, ginger water » Herbal medicine for the duration of your stay » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Pancha-Karma-board 6 treatment days 9 treatment days €1,128 per person, excl accommodation €1,948 per person, excl accommodation 18 | Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof BURNOUT PROPHYLAXIS Reconnect with the elemental powers – to divert toxins, promote weight reduction and combat metabolic disorders, weaknesses in the immune system, joint problems, rheumatism and high blood pressure. Pancha-Karma-Cure ‘DE LUXE’ Pancha-Karma-Cure ‘SUPERIOR’ – 14 nights, 13 treatment days – 21 nights, 20 treatment days » Consultation and pulse diagnosis with Dr (ind) Sharma » Nutrition diagnosis and closing meeting » Therapeutic guidance from Dr (ind) Sharma & Mrs Mauracher » Snehana – Ghee application to dissolve toxins » Virechana – cleansing day » Treatments with 25 applications according to anamnesis, such as: » Consultation and pulse diagnosis with Dr (ind) Sharma » Nutrition diagnosis and closing meeting » Therapeutic guidance from Dr (ind) Sharma & Mrs Mauracher » Snehana – Ghee application to dissolve toxins » Virechana – cleansing day » Treatments with 34 applications according to anamnesis, such as: · 5 synchronised Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage · 2 synchronised Udvartana – herbal powder massage · Synchronised Vishesh – energy massage · Synchronised Jambira-Pinda-Sveda – herbal pouch massage · Synchronised Garshan – silk glove massage · Synchronised Pizzichilli (Sekka) – full-body oil treatment · 6 synchronised Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage · 2 synchronised Udvartana – herbal powder massage · Synchronised Vishesh – energy massage · Synchronised Jambira-Pinda-Sveda – herbal pouch massage · Synchronised Garshan – silk glove massage · 2 synchronised Pizzichilli (Sekka) – full-body oil treatment · Udanavata© – special abdominal massage · Nasya and Akshi Tarpana – nasal & eye treatment · 3 Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead · 3 Basti – gentle enema · Upana – Himalaya salt and oil scrub & detox bath · Shiromardana – head & face massage · Ayurvedic foot massage · Whirlpool bath using Alpine gentian and herbs · NEW: Joao de Deus crystal light therapy & STIMULARIUM® for your chakras » Swedana – heat therapy » Hot water-based drinking treatment, ginger water » Herbal medicine for the duration of your stay » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to the weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Pancha-Karma-board · Udanavata© – special abdominal massage · Back treatment with Fango or herb patch · 2 Nasya and 1 Akshi Tarpana – nasal & eye treatment · 4 Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead · 4 – 5 Basti – gentle enema · Upana – Himalaya salt and oil scrub & detox bath · Shirovasti or heart Dhara · Shiromardana – head & face massage · Ayurvedic foot massage · Whirlpool bath using Alpine gentian and herbs · 2 of our NEW Joao de Deus crystal light therapy & STIMULARIUM® for your chakras » Swedana – heat therapy » Hot water-based drinking treatment, ginger water » Herbal medicine for the duration of your stay » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to the weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Pancha-Karma-board 13 treatment days 20 treatment days €2,499 per person, excl accommodation €3,430 per person, excl accommodation Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 19 Lighten the load Detox & Weight Loss Get in shape & stay in shape! AyurDetox – ‘Short Cleansing’ AyurDetox – ‘Intensive programme’ Minimum stay of 4 nights 7 nights, 6 treatment days Discover sustained weight loss with an individual diet programme and experience a new lightness of being! Through specific detoxing measures and targeted treatments as well as gentle exercise, waste and toxins are discharged from your body – you will feel relieved in the truest sense of the word. These positive physical changes will manifest themselves after just a short period of time: energy, vitality and mobility will be your new companions. » Consultation and pulse diagnosis with Dr (ind) Sharma » Upana – Himalaya salt and oil scrub & detox bath » Udvartana – herbal powder massage » Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full- body oil massage » Udanavata© – special abdominal massage » Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead » Virechana – cleansing day » Hot water-based drinking treatment, ginger water » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Closing meeting with lifestyle assessment €528 per person, excl accommodation* *Accommodation includes an Ayurvedic diet targeted at weight reduction that combines the knowledge of modern nutritional science with ancient wisdoms of traditional dietary forms. » Consultation and pulse diagnosis with Dr (ind) Sharma » Nutrition diagnosis » Udanavata© – special abdominal massage » Chinese foot reflexology massage » Garshan – silk glove massage » Jambira-Pinda-Sveda – herbal pouch massage » Trigger point massage » Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Infrared sauna » Virechana – cleansing day » Basti – gentle enema » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to the weekly programme » Detox diet – acid-alkaline balance » Hot water-based drinking treatment, ginger water » Use of the AyurvedaCentre 6 treatment days €698 per person, excl accommodation* Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 21 Slow down & take a deep breath Strength, Rejuvenation, Wellbeing Find inner harmony & peace Ayurveda Relax & Feelgood Days Minimum stay of 5 nights Our zest for life is not determined by the things we experience, but rather by how we experience them. Constructive days using Ayurveda techniques have a revitalising effect for body, mind and soul. » Ayurvedic energy massage with strengthening effect on the nervous system » Synchronised Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Upana – Himalaya salt and oil scrub & detox bath » Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead » Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic cuisine TIP: Why not book a medical consultation with this package? ‘Ayurveda Relax & Feelgood Days’ €439 per person, excl accommodation Rejuvenation Week Minimum stay of 7 nights The goal of this rejuvenation package is to slow down, stop or reverse signs of premature aging. This customised health-promoting package improves the immune system, strengthens the nerves, promotes and regulates physical strength and digestion. Carefully selected oils promote a clear complexion and soft, smooth skin. This in-depth treatment warms the whole body and stimulates the removal of waste products. » Consultation and pulse diagnosis with Dr (ind) Sharma » 2 Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Udanavata© – special abdominal massage » Mukabhyanga – head & face massage, Lepa (facial pack), heart Dhara, foot massage » Padabhyanga – Ayurvedic foot massage » Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead » Prista – back treatment » Udvartana – herbal powder massage » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic cuisine ‘Rejuvenation Week’ €662 per person, excl accommodation 22 | Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof Rasayana – Build-up Intensive Cure 10 nights, 9 treatment days The main goal of the Rasayana Cure is the regeneration of the body and its organs. The immune system will be strengthened – perhaps after a prolonged illness – and your internal stability is adjusted, helping you to overcome exhaustion and physical strain. But Rasayana not only has health-promoting effects – it also supports rejuvenation. Targeted treatments, nutrition based on your individual constitution and gentle exercise effect a sustainable balance for body, mind and soul. » Consultation and pulse diagnosis with Dr (ind) Sharma » Therapeutic guidance from Dr (ind) Sharma & Mrs Mauracher » Strengthening tonic » Virechana – cleansing day » Treatments with 19 applications according to anamnesis, such as: · 3 synchronised Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage · Synchronised Vishesh – energy massage · 2 Anti-stress massages · Udanavata© – special abdominal massage · Synchronised Udvartana – herbal powder massage · 2 Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead · Phizzu – meditative relaxation treatment with warm herbal oil · 2 Kati Basti – ‘Reawaken the Elemental Power’ · Back massage · 2 Basti – gentle enema · Padabhyanga – Ayurvedic foot massage · 2 of our NEW Joao de Deus crystal light therapy & STIMULARIUM® for your chakras » Swedana – heat therapy » Hot water-based drinking treatment, ginger water » Herbal medicine for the duration of your stay » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic build-up diet ‘Rasayana – to strengthen and rejuvenate’ €1,868 per person, excl accommodation Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 23 Ayurveda Programmes Ayurveda Taster Ayurveda de luxe Minimum stay of 3 nights Relax & switch off Minimum stay of 3 nights » Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage followed by gentle oil treatment for the forehead » Mukabhyanga – head & face massage, Lepa (face pack), heart Dhara, foot massage » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic cuisine ‘Ayurveda Taster Package’ €219 per person, excl accommodation Royal Ayurveda Minimum stay of 5 nights » Shiva-Shakti whirlpool bath » Tibetan singing bowl massage » Jambira-Pinda-Sveda – herbal pouch massage » Synchronised Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead » ‘Royal Tibetan’ – Fango pack » Ayurvedic back massage (Kundalini massage) » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic cuisine » Green-Luxury-Detox body massage » Garshan – silk glove massage » Mukabhyanga – head & face massage Lepa (face pack), heart Dhara, foot massage » Synchronised Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic cuisine €425 per person, excl accommodation Intensive Back Treatment Minimum stay of 5 nights » Upanaha Sveda – Ayurvedic back massage » Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead » Ayurvedic energy massage from Kerala » Dorn-Breuss special back massage » Trigger point massage » Chinese foot reflexology massage » 3 of our NEW Joao de Deus crystal light therapy treatments & STIMULARIUM® for your chakras » Ayurvedic cuisine €618 per person, excl accommodation €482 per person, excl accommodation Tip: Why not book a medical consultation with this package? Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 25 Treatments with Dr (ind) SHARMA Akshi Tarpana Eye bath with Ghee. Especially suited to treat irritated eyes or visual impairments. Treatment time: approx. 45 mins €89 Medical consultation and pulse diagnosis Treatment time: approx. 50 mins € 102 Heart Dhara Oil bath for the chest. Effective treatment for heart disease, tachycardia, high blood pressure and depression. Strengthens the heart and helps process emotional experiences. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €95 Dr (ind) Sharma short programme Minimum stay of 3 nights » Consultation and pulse diagnosis with Dr (ind) Sharma » Customised treatment based on Dr (ind) Sharma’s diagnosis » Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Ayurvedic back massage (Kundalini massage) » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic cuisine €303 per person, excl accommodation Kati Basti Oil treatment of the lower back. The treatment loosens deep-seated tensions and harmonises the chakras. Treatment time: approx. 45 mins €95 Nasya Intensive treatment of the nasal sinuses and head area. Particularly recommended to treat migraines, stress, lapses of concentration and allergies. Treatment time: approx. 45 mins €95 Shirovasti Warm oil bath for the head. Hands, feet, head and face are briefly massaged. The Shirovasti cap is filled with warm oil. This treatment stimulates the centres of the brain and has a positive effect on eyes, nose and ears as well as being helpful in the treatment of insomnia, vegetative disorders, anxiety and lack of concentration. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins Dr (ind) Sharma de luxe Minimum stay of 5 nights » Consultation and pulse diagnosis with Dr (ind) Sharma » Ayurvedic energy massage » Synchronised Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Upana – Himalaya salt and oil scrub & detox bath » Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic cuisine €530 per person, excl accommodation €110 Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 27 Ayurvedic Massages Abhyanga Gentle full-body oil massage customised for the individual constitution type of Vata, Pitta or Kapha. Subtle energy work and warm herbal oils seep deep into the skin and release fat-soluble toxins from the tissue. The treatment has a stimulating effect on the skin, muscles, veins, heart & circulatory system as well as the nervous system. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €86 Garshan (silk glove treatment) The Garshan treatment uses special techniques to activate the lymphatic flow and eliminate retained fluid, thus preparing the body for the ensuing body wrap that activates the fat metabolism. Tip: This treatment is highly effective in reducing cellulite! Treatment time: approx. 85 mins Art-Reum (neck, shoulder & back treatment) €108 This treatment relaxes tight muscles in the neck, shoulders & back by applying pressure to specific energy points, thereby loosening the musculoskeletal system. Combined with Fango, this massage helps to counteract the effects of bad posture and of standing up for long periods of time. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €86 Dorn-Breuss special back treatment Back pain is frequently caused by malpositions of the joints and vertebrae and can have negative effects on the psyche and internal organs. With gentle pressure, such misalignments can be corrected and their negative effects reversed. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €86 Gamathi (leg treatment) Jambira-Pinda-Sveda Full-body problem zone treatment using a warm herbal lemon pouch. Highly effective in treating cellulite. Info: Handmade own production using only top-quality organic ingredients! Tip: Also bookable with two therapists! A refreshing, tautening, revitalising treatment that also helps to remove blockages. The combination of essential oils and Fango also stimulates the blood flow and has a detoxifying effect. The treatment is particularly recommended for tired legs. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €84 Treatment time: approx. 60 mins Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €99 Mukabhyanga Ayurvedic head & face massage followed by a Lepa facial pack, heart Dhara & foot massage. €86 Padabhyanga Ayurvedic foot massage, soothes and strengthens the nervous system. Treatment time: approx. 30 mins 28 | Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof €44 Pizzichilli or Sekka – Royal Full-Body Oil Treatment Udanavata© (special abdominal massage) Warm oil flows continually over the entire body while it is simultaneously massaged by two therapists. The oil has relaxing properties and its warmth promotes detoxification. Ideal for treating rheumatic disorders and weaknesses of the immune system. Specialised massage and energy point treatment to strengthen and detoxify tissue. The venous and lymphatic backflow is stimulated and blockages in the stomach area are released. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €170 Samvahana – Maharani Samvahana is considered the queen of the Ayurvedic Snehana massages. This individual treatment is performed using a silk cloth, fine brushes, rare oils, fragrant essences, precious stones and a rose-milk salt scrub, regulating the body’s energy flow and increasing Ojas, the vital essence of life. The treatment is conducted by two therapists. Please book well in advance! Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €158 Shiroabhyanga Head massage, followed by a 20-minute traditional oil treatment for the forehead. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins € 110 Shirodara (gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead) Traditional head treatment, recommended for relieving stress-related symptoms, insomnia and migraines. Info: This treatment is only available in combination with an Ayurvedic full-body oil massage. Treatment time: approx. 30 mins €57 €86 Udvartana Herbal powder massage and body scrub; actively stimulates the lymphatic flow and clarifies the skin. Tip: Also bookable with two therapists! Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €89 Upana Brush massage, full-body Himalaya salt scrub, detoxification bath to release stressful energy. Detoxifies and strengthens the immune system. Recommended for the treatment of skin ailments, rheumatism and joint problems. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €86 Upanaha Sveda Ayurvedic back massage to help restore mobility using special herbal oils (Tailas) and pastes (Lepas). Massage releases blockages in the Sushuma – the most important Nadi (energy channel), supplying the body with life energy. Particularly recommended for intervertebral disc regeneration, for the treatment of neck tension and lumbago. Please book well in advance! Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €99 Vishesh Synchronised Abhyanga Abhyanga with 2 therapists. Particularly recommended to combat weak circulation & digestion as well as restlessness. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins Treatment time: approx. 60 mins € 154 Deep, energetic massage with stimulating & revitalising effect. Similar to Abhyanga, but applied with greater pressure and at a faster pace. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €86 Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 29 Classic Treatments Full-Body Lymphatic Drainage Alpienne Veda Anti-Stress Massage Full-body massage with focus on the head, neck, shoulders & abdomen. Massage with St John's Wort oil eases and warms the soul. Ideal for treating fatigue, insomnia & nervous disorders. Info: This treatment uses St John’s Wort or marmot oil. €86 Treatment time: approx. 60 mins Alpienne Veda relaxation massage with steam-heated herbal pouches Absolute relaxation of the deep muscles and the digestive system through targeted warming effects achieved through selected linenwrapped herbs. The treatment alleviates tension along the spine and in the shoulder region, stimulates circulation and pampers the soul. €97 Treatment time: approx. 60 mins Alpienne Veda Vacuum Cup Massage Vacuum cup massage with arnica or propolis massage milk to free and detoxify the entire body of waste & fat deposits. The blood flow to the connective tissue and skin is intensified, creating a tightening effect. Knots and tensions in muscles and tissue are released, helping the cells to rid themselves of toxins. €86 Treatment time: approx. 60 mins Chinese Foot Reflexology Massage Foot reflex zones are massaged to stimulate targeted functions and areas of the body. Treatment time: approx. 30/60 mins €45/86 Fango body pack Warm Fango causes a profound, pleasant feeling of warmth. This pack supports the metabolic process and increases blood flow. It also invigorates the immune system and eases pain. Fango packs are especially helpful for back and joint problems. Treatment time: approx. 30 mins 30 | Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof €45 Special pressure techniques stimulate the lymphatic flow, increasing toxin drainage from the tissue. Treatment time: approx. 50 mins € 68 Singing Bowl Massage® according to the Peter Hess method The vibrations of the singing bowl bring about deep relaxation and a sense of complete wellbeing. The vibrations can release blockages in delicate areas, alleviate cramps and bring about a contemplative Alpha state where the body achieves complete relaxation. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins € 79 Ear Candle Treatment Natural treatment passed down from the Hopi Indians that provides a lasting feeling of wellbeing, freedom and lightness. The ear candle is made of bee's wax, herbs, ointment oil, camomile and St John's Wort. Treatment time: approx. 30 mins € 38 Back Massage Relaxes, stimulates the blood flow and strengthens the back muscles. Treatment time: approx. 30 mins € 44 Trigger point massage Ideal for treating tensions in the shoulder and neck area Trigger point massages are a special form of massage therapy. By manually stimulating the trigger points, the energy flow is restored. The so-called ‘trigger’ status is brought about by constant overstraining, overstretching or irritation of muscles and the musculoskeletal system as a whole. The triggers prevent harmonious movements, causing pain and poor posture or malpositions as well as blockages of the fluid transport and nerve system within the muscle. Trigger point massage is especially recommended to provide relief from chronic muscle tension and cramps. Treatment time: approx. 60 mins € 86 New Therapy Forms Crystal light therapy – a treatment for your chakras using energetic crystals from Joao de Deus Joao de Deus is one of the most famous shamans in Brazil. He has dedicated his life to serving and help others. Only the purest hand-cut crystals from the mines of Joao de Deus in Brazil are being used for the crystal beds. These beds are attached to a specially developed apparatus that floods them with light and colour, in direct alignment with the chakras (energy centres). This ‘radiation’ activates and harmonises energy centres and brings about a state of deep relaxation. Crystal bed sessions can be booked and used as often as desired. Energised crystals • Activate and accelerate the healing processes of body, mind and soul • Cleanse, harmonise, clarify and vitalise the entire aura and all chakras • Have a rejuvenating, regenerating and energising effect on our cell system • Activate the energy flow and clear blockages on all levels • Strengthen the love we feel for ourselves and thus also our SELF-ESTEEM Treatment time: approx. 25 mins Stimularium® This universal, holistic therapy was created by decades of investigation and research. This micro-therapy is a cell massage that optimises and boosts the cell metabolism and interactivity, thus supporting the immune system as well as regenerative and energetic processes and significantly enhancing a multitude of therapeutic measures. Application areas: STIMULARIUM® is recommended when conventional therapies for chronic and functional conditions have reached their limits, for instance in cases of: • Chronic aches and pains • Acute chronic shoulder and back pain, pain caused by slipped discs, hernias, etc. • Osteoporosis-related disorders • Tinnitus • Headaches • The treatment accelerates the healing process after fractures, operations, acute illnesses, psychological distress, degenerative conditions • Bowel disorders • Neuralgia, neuropathies • Rheumatic conditions Treatment time: approx. 30 mins €40 €38 Tip: Why not book a medical consultation with this package? TIP: Combine the crystal light therapy treatment with the STIMULARIUM®! Package price €68 Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 31 Ayurveda – Beauty PHARMOS NATUR® Green Luxury ‘FEEL – EXPERIENCE – ENJOY’ Natural perfection They make all the difference: products without alcohol, citric acid, parabens and chemically altered water – in short, products that are completely free from preservatives. They are the secret behind the success of our cosmetic product range using 100% natural active agents. PHARMOS NATUR GREEN LUXURY® is the only brand in Europe that substitutes water with the pure, completely skin-friendly ‘Organic Aloe Vera Gel’ from Central America. Building on this highly effective foundation, selected plants are carefully processed to form unique, healing, natural cosmetics. Products contain the highest possible amount of organically certified, herbal active agents. Truly exceptional! PHARMOS NATUR GREEN LUXURY® offers a relaxing world of comprehensive full-body treatments and specially developed gentle rituals for silky facial skin, a firm cleavage and skin that feels soft to the touch. For many years, PHARMOS NATUR® has made a conscious effort to make sure that its commitment to respecting our natural environment and the wellbeing of the people working with them is reflected in everything they do. Worldwide, they have implemented organic farming projects according to ‘fair trade’ guidelines, enabling the successful cultivation of selected plants to manufacture products of the highest quality with sustainable efficiency. Cultivated in the best places around the world without the use of chemical pesticides – completely in harmony with nature. 32 | Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof COSMETIC TREATMENTS FOR HIM Man Power » » » » » Face, neck and cleavage treatment with intense cleansing and scrub Active agent ampoule Refreshing vitamin pack Special eye massage for relaxation Classic face, neck and cleavage massage Treatment time: approx. 90 mins €100 SESAME ME® ‘Natural Organic Lifting’ for men and women COSMETIC TREATMENTS Green Luxury Facial ‘Joie de Vivre’ Let yourself be enchanted with sensual, relaxing aromas and the supreme power of carefully selected plants. Facial treatment for glowing facial skin, starting with a moodenhancing foot compress. Cleansing, scrub, extraction and eyebrow shaping are followed by a wonderful face, neck & arm massage using precious natural ingredients. A face pack tailored to your individual needs will indulge your skin. The treatment concludes with a foot massage using a fresh, organic Aloe Vera leaf. Treatment time: approx. 90 mins Treatment time: approx. 60 mins €100 €117 MAYA ME® ‘Regenerating Anti-Aging Face & Eye Treatment’ BODY TREATMENTS MAYA ME® is anti-aging in its purest form. The unique cell repair complex acts as a true fountain of youth for your skin and all the senses – it is bound to leave a seductive sparkle in your glowing eyes. During the wellness face massage, fragrant essences and cosmetics using precious active agents provide your skin with rich hydration. The secret ingredients of the final mask – prepared with fresh plants – will leave your face, neck & cleavage looking youthful and fresh. The result: tautened, revitalised skin, glowing, clear eyes and a sense of overall wellbeing. Spoil yourself with this luxury treatment. Tip: The treatment is particularly recommended to combat age spots! Treatment time: approx. 90 mins Tautening treatment for face, neck & cleavage. Experience and enjoy the riches of nature’s treasure chest: a natural organic lifting effect and a deep, thorough cleansing function for your face, neck & cleavage. Tautens and smoothens skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles. The skin is left glowing with new resilience, elasticity and vitality. €135 Green Luxury Detox Body Treatment Your personal all-over body-styling based on exclusive oils from highly effective native plants and the one and only Aloe Vera. An exceptional detox treatment, activating the lymph nodes, clearing blockages throughout the body and visibly strengthening the connective tissue. Your skin will look its best – smooth and vibrant. A new sense of lightness and vitality is within easy reach with this 100% natural organic Green Luxury treatment. Treatment time: approx. 90 mins €112 VEDA ME® ‘Unburden Yourself’ Intensive full-body detoxification treatment – experience a completely new sensation of lightness. The metabolism is stimulated with precious royal oil applied with careful strokes, releasing toxins and blockages from the body as if by magic, leaving you feeling light, exhilarated and full of energy. Treatment time: approx. 90 mins €107 Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 33 Yoga Weeks & Specials Yoga exercises for the back with Corinna Eisenhut Yoga Weekends with Bahar Yilmaz Date 2013 • 25 – 27 Oct 2013 Let Bahar Yilmaz take you on a journey to the world of Yoga & meditation. In addition to the exercises, we will also practise breathing techniques and meditation to calm the mind, energise our body and get in touch with our inner knowledge. The weekend will not only give you the opportunity to recharge body and mind – you will also learn how to listen to your intuition and your higher self. The course is led by Corinna Eisenhut, a certified Yoga instructor (in accordance with the methods of B.K.S. lyengar) who has practiced Yoga since 1996 and started leading her own Yoga courses and meditation evenings in 2003. She has also completed further training courses, for instance in meditative dance (Gabriele Wosien) and Greek dance (Kyriakos and Thomas Charmalidis). The shoulders, back and neck are gently exercised, stretched and relaxed with easy Yoga exercises. In a next step, we strengthen our back muscles and improve the awareness of our posture. The Yoga exercises end with a meditative relaxation session. 2-day course, excl accommodation 3-day course, excl accommodation € 130 € 150 Find out more about our Yoga Specials at www.sonnhof-ayurveda.at Programme Friday 8.30 – 9.30pm – introduction & meditation Saturday 7 – 8am: light (Prana) meditation & Yoga (optional) 10.30am – 12 noon: Yoga (theory & practice) 2 – 3.30pm: meditation & Pranayama (theory & practice) 8.30 – 9.30pm: meditation ‘Karma burning’ Sunday 7 – 8am: Pranayama & Rejuvenating Meditation 10.30am – 12 noon: Yoga flow ‘to awaken the inner strength’ 2 – 4pm: Trance Healing Dates 2013 • 14 – 16 June 2013 • 18 – 20 Oct 2013 € 180 per person, excl accommodation 34 | Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof Yoga Weeks with Marion Grimm-Rautenberg The MediYoga© programme with Marion Grimm-Rautenberg offers an individually tailored exercise programme that is also open to older people whose mobility is impaired. The course is led by Marion GrimmRautenberg, a qualified Yoga instructor (DYL/ EYU) with extensive training and over twenty years’ experience: ‘I teach a sympathetic, western form of HATHA YOGA that I have personally developed into MediYoga©. Fine-tuned body awareness and soothing relaxation exercises are the focus of my class.’ ‘MediYoga© Marion Grimm-Rautenberg’ is a comprehensive harmonising and meditative training programme with a medical slant that can be adapted to suit the needs of each individual participant. A diverse selection of Yoga exercises (Asana) divided into Yoga units and combined with breathing (Pranayama) and relaxation exercises (Savasana) result in a healthy Yoga experience that can help restore your equilibrium and wellbeing. Programme Daily from 8 – 9am ‘Morning Yoga stimulates circulation, improves the blood flow to the inner organs, exercises the muscular system and gets you in the mood for a vigorous day.’ Daily from 5 – 6pm ‘Yoga in the evening has a calming and harmonising effect on the body.’ Daily from 8.30 – 9pm ‘Evening meditation ends the day on a peaceful note and prepares you for a relaxing night’s rest.’ Dates 2013 (subject to change) • Spring awakening with MediYoga© 10 – 17 March 2013 • Active & healthy with MediYoga© 12 – 19 May 2013 • Harmony through breathing & motion 14 – 21 July 2013 • MediYoga © for the best years in life 15 – 22 Sept 2013 • Enjoy the peaceful season with MediYoga © 10 – 17 Nov 2013 €235 per person, excl accommodation Learn more at www.yogaschulemarion.de Men only – Yoga Special with Marion Grimm-Rautenberg This course was specially created to facilitate the access to the world of Yoga for men. Using simple and efficient exercises, Marion Grimm-Rautenberg imparts the basics of Hatha Yoga to beginners in a positive manner and with fast results. The course also teaches small everyday exercises and a more demanding range of exercises for your Yoga sessions at home. Start NOW to create a new, healthy life for yourself and gain vitality, strength and energy for your daily routine in the process! Dates 2013 (subject to change) • 14 – 17 March 2013 • 16 – 19 May 2013 • 18 – 21 July 2013 • 19 – 22 Sept 2013 • 13 – 17 Nov 2013 €155 per person, excl accommodation Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 35 Ayurveda Arrangements Ayurveda Relax & Feelgood Days » Ayurvedic energy massage – Indian massage, invigorates the nervous system » Synchronised Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Upana – Himalaya salt and oil scrub & detox bath » Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead » Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to the weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic cuisine ‘Ayurveda Relax & Feelgood Days’ 5 nights per person Ayurveda Taster Sunday – Wednesday » Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage followed by gentle oil treatment for the forehead » Mukabhyanga – head & face massage, Lepa (face pack), heart Dhara, foot massage » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic cuisine ‘Ayurveda Taster’ 3 nights per person € 949 € 499 in a ‘Tirol’ standard double room in a ‘Tirol’ standard double room € 999 € 555 in an ‘OM Spirit’ superior double room in an ‘OM Spirit’ superior double room € 999 € 555 in a ‘Tirol’ junior suite in a ‘Tirol’ junior suite € 1,039 € 569 in an ‘Alpienne’ junior suite in an ‘Alpienne’ junior suite € 1,035 € 591 in a ‘Harmonie’ Imperial suite in a ‘Harmonie’ Imperial suite € 1,164 € 663 in a ‘VEDA Spirit’ suite in a ‘VEDA Spirit’ suite Surcharge for single occupancy: €30 per night Surcharge for single occupancy: €30 per night 36 | Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof Ayurveda Arrangements Royal Ayurveda Sunday – Friday » Shiva-Shakti whirlpool bath » Tibetan singing bowl massage » Jambira-Pinda-Sveda – problem zone massage with warm herbal lemon pouch » Synchronised Abhyanga – Ayurvedic full-body oil massage » Shirodara – gentle traditional oil treatment for the forehead » ‘Royal Tibetan’ – Fango pack » Ayurvedic back massage (Kundalini massage) » Yoga, Qi Gong & meditation according to weekly programme » Use of the AyurvedaCentre » Ayurvedic cuisine ‘Royal Ayurveda’ 5 nights per person €999 in a ‘Tirol’ standard double room €1,074 in an ‘OM Spirit’ superior double room €1,074 in a ‘Tirol’ junior suite €1,089 in an ‘Alpienne’ junior suite €1,149 in a ‘Harmonie’ Imperial suite €1,239 in a ‘VEDA Spirit’ suite Surcharge for single occupancy: €30 per night Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof | 37 Room rates 2013 All rates are given per person & night including the Sonnhof Signature cuisine, excl local tax (€1.05 per person/night). ‘Sonnhof’ single room 20sqm, oak floor, shower/WC, cosmetic mirror, hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers, telephone, radio, SAT-TV, Internet, safe, balcony, desk, some with Yoga blankets. ‘Tirol’ standard double room 22 – 28sqm, romantic bedroom with canopy bed, shower/WC, cosmetic mirror, hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers, telephone, radio, SAT-TV, Internet, safe, balcony. 06/01 – 22/12/2013 1 night 7 nights €128 €896 €110 €770 €125 €875 €125 €875 €128 €896 €135 €945 €158 €1,106 ‘OM Spirit’ superior double room 30sqm, double room furnished in cosy mature timber, corner seating unit, oak floor, shower/WC, cosmetic mirror, hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers, telephone, radio, flat-screen TV, Internet, safe, balcony, desk, some with mini bar. ‘Tirol’ junior suite 35sqm, double room with lounge area, some with wooden floor, walk-in wardrobe, shower, separate WC, hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers, telephone, radio, SAT-TV, Internet, safe and panorama balcony. ‘Alpienne’ junior suite 35sqm, double room with lounge area, some with wooden floor, walk-in wardrobe, shower, separate WC, hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers, telephone, radio, SAT-TV, Internet, safe, panorama balcony. Bedding and pillows are made using the special Alpienne natural materials and support regeneration and wellbeing through healthy sleep. ‘Harmonie’ Imperial suite 42sqm, bedroom, lounge area, some with wooden floor, walk-in wardrobe, bathtub or shower, separate WC, double vanity unit, cosmetic mirror, hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers, telephone, radio, flat-screen TV, Internet, safe and panorama balcony. ‘VEDA Spirit’ suite 45sqm, separate lounge and sleeping area, corner seating unit & Yoga lounge, silk throws, oak floor, shower, separate WC, cosmetic mirror, hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers, telephone, radio, flat-screen TV, Internet, safe, balcony with a view of the mountain ranges of Wilder Kaiser & Zahmer Kaiser, desk, mini bar. The Sonnhof Signature cuisine includes: Ayurvedic breakfast buffet, lunchtime Pitta buffet, Vata afternoon tea with tea ceremony and fresh fruit, evening menu. We use exclusively organic and regional produce and ‘Grander Water’. Example of junior suite 38 | Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof Please note that all our rooms are non-smoking. Guests may use our underground car park free of charge. Example of ‘VEDA Spirit’ suite General information •Included services: -The Sonnhof Signature cuisine - Participation in Ayurveda Active Weekly Programme - Use of the AyurvedaCentre - WLAN in the lobby, direct Internet access in rooms - Underground car park •Discount for overnight stays with breakfast only: € 7 per person •Surcharge for single occupancy of a double room: € 30/night,‘VEDA Spirit’ suite € 100/night •Surcharge for use of room until 2pm on day of departure: €15 •Taxi from the hotel to Kufstein train station: approx. € 25 •A deposit is required at time of booking, payable to account number IBAN AT84 3633 9000 0005 6416, BIC RZTIAT22339 at Raiffeisenbank Thiersee or via credit card. •Children’s rates in the parents’ room, including the Sonnhof Signature cuisine: Children aged from 0 – 3 € 45/night 4 – 10 years € 65/night 11 – 17 years € 85/night •Please ask us if you want to bring your dog. A fee of €€ 20/night (food not included) applies. A final cleaning fee of €56 may apply. •Payment options: Cash, EC card, Visa, MasterCard, Amex •Arrival & departure: Your room is available from 2pm on your day of arrival. Check-out is by 10am. Early departures will be charged the full price for the booked stay. •Cancellation fee: - No cancellation fee applies up to one month prior to arrival. - Within this period, a cancellation fee of 60% of the room rate applies. •Cancellation fee AyurvedaCentre: In case of short-notice cancellations of massages & treatments at the AyurvedaCentre (within 24 hours prior to the start of the treatment), a cancellation fee of 70% of the booked service applies. Our way of saying thank you for your recommendation For every recommendation that leads to a booking, we would like to thank you with an Ayurveda bonus worth € 50 – so start planning your next break at the Sonnhof now! Vouchers If you are looking for a special surprise for someone close to you, or even a business partner, a Sonnhof voucher might be just the ticket. A piece of pure happiness! (Please notify us that you are using a voucher when making the booking). How to get to us Toll-free route via Inntalautobahn, exit Kufstein Nord or Weyarn, head towards Bayrischzell on the federal highway. Innsbruck Salzburg Munich Airport Vienna Airport Zurich Airport 90km 119km 135km 415km 370km 1 hour 20 mins 1 hour 20 mins 1 hour 30 mins 4 hours 50 mins 4 hours 20 mins We are happy to organise a transfer for you (separate charges apply). 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