Wisdom of the Second Spring Yoga Day Retreat
Are you a woman and you’re tired of the negative narrative around menopause, our ‘Second Spring’
I have a brand new day retreat for you that will inspire you into this profoundly transformative and empowering time for women.
A new story around menopause
What if menopause wasn’t something to fear, but a powerful new chapter to explore? This retreat will encourage you to turn away from the negative stories surrounding menopause and discover a more expansive, empowering perspective on this natural transition.
Is there another way?
If you’ve ever wondered whether there’s more to navigating menopause than simply managing symptoms, this day is for you. We’ll explore positive, holistic, ancestral and empowering perspectives on this profound transition into our wisdom years.
Did you know that research has shown that around the world, women who are born into cultures where there is a positive story throughout their lives about the coming of menopause will struggle less both physically and mentally during that time?
The Journey of Womanhood
A woman’s life is made up of many beautiful and sometimes challenging transitions. From puberty and fertility to childbirth, menopause and beyond, our bodies and hearts transform again and again.
For some each transition may feel easy and smooth, for, others deeply challenging, but none of us should have to navigate them alone. Let’s create a culture where women feel informed, supported and connected to one another, so that we can meet each stage with awareness, compassion and a sense of possibility.
The Light and the Dark
Menopause isn’t always easy, and this isn’t about pretending that it is. For some women, this stage can be challenging, painful and deeply emotional, bringing feelings of loss, grief or uncertainty. It can be a time of taking stock, of the life we have lived, the choices we have made, the paths we took and perhaps the paths we didn’t.
For women who haven’t had children, this can sometimes bring its own tender feelings of loss, longing and deep grief about what might have been.
There can be both light and dark, joy and sadness, endings and new beginnings
This day makes space for all of it, while gently exploring what can emerge when we begin to turn towards this next chapter.
In Chinese medicine, menopause is sometimes described as the 'Second Spring', a time of renewed energy, wisdom and possibility. We’ll explore what it might mean to approach this stage with curiosity and positivity, while honouring everything that comes with such a profound transition.
Throughout the day, we’ll enjoy a beautiful yoga practice alongside an inspiring workshop exploring how we can embrace the menopause years with a fresh perspective. Expect powerful ideas, meaningful conversation, connection and plenty of space to reflect.
Saira will be joined by our much loved local herbalist, Sarah Burt, who will share natural, affordable and practical ways to support yourself through the menopause years. You’ll come away with ideas and tools you can explore in your everyday life.
You don’t need to be approaching menopause to join us. Perhaps you’re curious about what lies ahead and want to approach it positively, or perhaps you’re already post-menopause and wish you’d had more encouragement and support at the time. Wherever you are in your journey, you’re welcome.
These affordable retreat days bring you the same Mellulah Magic as all our retreats, beautiful yoga flow, blissful sound healing, a gorgeous location and space to reconnect with yourself. The only difference? You simply bring your own lunch.
Join us on Friday 30th October, 6.45–9pm for our Vagus Nerve Reset & Samhain Sound Healing Celebration at the same beautiful venue, then flow into this Saturday retreat day. Stay locally or travel from home and create your own affordable weekend retreat experience.
Schedule
10:00 am Arrive at Moreton Hall in the beautiful Dorset countryside
10:30 am Workshop with Saira on the 'Second Spring' empowering and perhaps radical and rebellious ideas about what this change into the 'wisdom years' means for all women.
11:15 am Yoga flow with Saira for all abilities with beautiful heart opening meditation and breathwork, vinyasa flow yoga, yoga nidra and relaxation.
12:30 pm Bring your own lunch, we will have everything you need, plates, cutlery and tables to sit and enjoy together, just bring your picnic
1:30 pm Much loved local herbalist Sarah Burt will join us and give a talk on finding natural and holistic methods to embrace the change in our bodies. Feel empowered and leave with practical tools to help you going forwards
2:45 pm Sound Bath with seven chakra crystal singing bowls, tibetan bowls, symphonic gong, koshi chimes and more.
3:45 pm Vegan cakes and lovely tea
4:30 pm Goodbyes!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, all my yoga retreats are for mixed ability groups. At larger events Saira always has an extra yoga teacher, working alongside to support anyone who needs a gentler, more beginners flow and every yoga pose has versions that can be adapted for beginners.
If you have physical conditions or health issues that might prevent you from being able to move freely through the yoga flows and sun salutations, its best to get in touch with Saira before booking to be sure you will be comfortable. (serious knee or hip mobility restrictions, pregnancy, serious back problems or pain etc)
There are abundant beautiful places to stay locally in the area close to Dorchester, Wareham and Weymouth, close to where the retreat is held and beyond.
The address for the venue is: Moreton Village Hall, Dorset DT2 8RE Its really easy to find with ample parking.
Nearest station is Moreton on the Waterloo line and you can walk from the station is approx 30 mins.
Sound healing is not suitable for anyone who is pregnant, has pacemaker or who suffers with Epilepsy. Its also advisable not to join us if you have a severe mental health issue.
Please contact us if you have any concerns about whether joining a sound healing workshop is right for you.
Bring a yoga mat, loose comfy clothing and a blanket and pillow for the sound healing. (we have a few spare mats if you forget or don't own one)
Meet your host
Saira Francis has been a healer for over two decades, offering authentic support, compassion, and guidance to those in her community. Based in West Dorset, Saira is an experienced yoga teacher, holistic therapist, and energy and sound healer. Drawing from her own experience treading along the healing path, Saira can offer heartfelt support for those just embarking on or continuing their journey. Her dedication to helping others has guests returning to Mellulah Yoga Retreats over and again for her energetic guidance and practise.