The body and mind are inseparably connected, and it is impossible to achieve inner calm without genuine physical well-being. That is why the
banya retreat package includes both self-discovery practices and revitalising procedures.
The path to harmony at La Villa Banya begins with intention. You define a goal or envision the state you wish to reach through the program. Then comes the main ritual of the Russian banya: steaming with herbs and bath brooms. During this session, you feel fatigue and anxiety fade into the background. The subsequent herbal vat amplifies that sense of relaxation and tranquillity. After that, you lie on the hayloft, prolonging these pleasant sensations.
An unusual part of our
women's meditation retreat is creating your own personal tea blend. You inhale the aromas of different teas and herbs, and your intuition guides you to the exact extracts you need in that moment. The culmination of the program is metaphorical cards. They do not provide one fixed answer but help you hear your inner voice. You gain insights and discover unexpected solutions to questions that may have concerned you for a long time.
The final steam session with a chosen oil helps to solidify the benefits of the treatments and the power of your intention. The scent serves as an anchor, linking the pleasant sensations in your body with a sense of mental calm. From that point on, you can reconnect with this resourceful state at any moment simply by inhaling the fragrance you selected during the retreat.