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Escape to the shores of Margate for an unforgettable Summer Solstice Yoga Retreat, where each day unfolds with serenity and connection to nature’s rhythms. Set against the backdrop of a stunning sandy beach, this retreat invites you to immerse yourself in a harmonious blend of daily meditation, invigorating yoga sessions, delicious vegetarian food and enlightening Ayurveda teachings. As the sun reaches its zenith, we’ll harness its vibrant energy, embracing the longest days of the year to rejuvenate our bodies and nourish our spirits. Through guided meditation, find a profound sense of inner peace as you synchronize with the sun’s rhythms and connect deeply with your inner self. The yoga sessions, led by Geny, are tailored to align your body, mind, and spirit. Feel the flow of movement as you practice in harmony with the ocean’s whispers, fostering a sense of balance and vitality within. Immerse yourself in the wisdom of Ayurveda, learning ancient practices to harmonise your lifestyle with the seasons. Discover how to align your diet, daily routine, and self-care rituals with the abundant energy of summer, empowering yourself for optimal well-being. Between sessions, indulge in leisurely strolls along the sandy shores, basking in the warm sun and refreshing sea breeze. Let the beauty of Margate’s coastline replenish your soul, offering moments of serenity and connection to nature. It’s only an hour and a half from London! This retreat is a celebration of the summer solstice, a time to embrace the abundant light, find inner balance, and cultivate a deeper connection with yourself and the natural world. Join us on this transformative journey where each day brings an opportunity to gather the sun’s energy and leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and renewed. Schedule: June 20th Arrive to the house by 15:00 17:00 Open Ceremony (on the beach, weather permitting, otherwise in the house) 18:00 Yoga (on the beach, weather permitting, otherwise in the house) 19:30 Dinner Free time to explore Margate nightlife, with amazing beach-facing bars, Michelin-star restaurants and more! June 21st (Summer Solstice Day) 4:30 am Optional: watch the sunrise on the beach (5 minutes walk) 7:30 Fruits and teas 8:00 Meditation 8:30 – 10:30 Summer solstice Yoga (on the beach, weather permitting, otherwise in the house) 10:30 – Brunch Free time Hiking Yoga by the sea – this is a separate activity that you can book here Optional extra activity: touring the Thanet coast (Margate Caves, Shell Grotto, Broadstairs, Ramsgate Harbour, Pegwell Bay bird sanctuary) June 22nd 7:30 Fruits and teas 8:00 Meditation (at the house) 09:00-10:30 Hiking Yoga (on the beach, weather permitting, otherwise in the house) 10:30 – Continental breakfast at the house Free time Optional extra activity: Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga with Angela (optional extra) 19:30 Dinner Free time to explore Margate nightlife, with amazing beach-facing bars, Michelin-star restaurants and more! June 23rd 7:30 Fruits and teas 8:00 Meditation 9:00 – 10:00 Yoga – Closing Ceremony 10:30 – Brunch 14:00 – Departure Your Investment: £499 CloudZen in Margate is a charming guest house and yoga retreat centre nestled in a serene setting. It offers a harmonious blend of tranquillity and holistic experiences. The guest house boasts a welcoming ambience and comfortable accommodations that promote relaxation and rejuvenation. The architecture embodies a mix of modern aesthetics and natural elements, perhaps utilizing eco-friendly materials and large windows to invite ample natural light. The rooms are cosy yet spacious, adorned with calming decor and equipped with all the necessary amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. CloudZen’s focal point is the yoga retreat centre, which features fully equipped, serene yoga studios designed for practice and meditation. The retreat’s surroundings likely include a patio with a hot tub and scenic landscapes. Guests can partake in outdoor activities, meditation sessions, nature walks, or even holistic wellness workshops aimed at nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. CloudZen in Margate embodies a holistic approach to well-being. It emphasizes physical health through yoga and meditation and fosters a sense of community and mindfulness in a serene and picturesque setting. If you have any questions, please email geny@cheyoga.co.uk *Cancellation Policy: The event is 100% refundable for the participant’s cancellation 60+ days before the event start date. The event is 50% refundable if cancelled 30-59 days before the start date.

The Quintessential Customer Experience (QCx) Forum is a ‘peer advisory’ community of communications and Cx professionals whose primary objectives are: To help members keep abreast of the latest CX developments To share best practice across different industry sectors. To provide individual support, advice and guidance for members Membership includes quarterly meetings, team coaching, 1:1 mentoring and online resource. Benefits The QCx Forum benefits both the CX professional and the organisations they work for. Employer Benefits include: Benchmarking performance against organisations in different sectors Keeping up to date with latest trends Maintaining competitive advantage through exceptional customer experience. Individual Member Benefits include: Inspiration for new ideas and approaches Guidance and advice to implement new strategies Support and reassurance from peers What’s included: The current membership package* includes: Forum Meetings Quarterly ‘Mastermind Group’ gatherings in person at a London venue. Each meeting features a specialist speaker providing insights about new trends and best practice. Team Coaching Attendees have the opportunity to share and solve key CX-related challenges they face.  1:1 Mentoring Support Members have access expert mentors to develop new strategies, gain valuable new knowledge and enhance their professional growth. Online Resource Members have access to a dedicated portal providing access to useful templates, tools and articles. * The first annual conference is planned for 2024 Membership Fees and options Three options are available: Essentials - quarterly Forum meetings, team coaching and online resources. £1,400.00 (ex VAT) pa Standard annual membership - includes quarterly forum meetings, team coaching, 4 x 1:1 mentoring sessions and online resource.  £3,600.00 (ex VAT) per annum Platinum membership - over and above the standard membership, includes an intensive quarterly programme of bi-weekly coaching sessions  £4,700.00 (ex VAT) per annum Credentials The Chair of the QCx Forum is Quentin Crowe MA, FCIM. His CX consultancy journey began in 2001 working with clients in the fitness and education sectors. Using an adaptation of the SERVQUAL methodology, he and his team have worked with clients in the charity, quality assurance, construction and cutout sectors (including ISG). Quentin also mentors entrepreneurs, senior marketers and corporate executives. He also chairs a number of ‘mastermind’ groups.  Brands represented include Shell, Asahi, Reuters and St James’s Place Welsh Management.

Beginners silver clay jewellery class in Edinburgh City Centre

Taking our inspiration from everyday objects, (cups, bowls etc) collections  of natural forms (shells, feathers, leaves) or other types of personal memorabilia as a starting point for developing themes we will create our own layered, collage and stitch ‘Still Life’ or ‘Landscape/Nature Study’

The course is pefect for beginners and more advanced mosaic makers. A perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of mosaics. Learn how to make classic and contemporary mosaics on this six-day residential mosaic workshop in Greece using local stone and marble. The Lagou Raxi Hotel in the mountains of Pelion provides a wonderful backdrop for this relaxing, informative holiday in an unspoilt area of Greece. June 25 – July 2, 2022 Saturday Arrival of participants. Experienced students will meet in the studio to prepare their materials and substrates and to finalise their designs. Meet & Greet for the whole group. Short Introduction to the history of Ancient Greek and Roman mosaics and an overview of contemporary mosaics. Welcome Dinner at the hotel. Sunday Getting started. Discussion of the commonly used approaches to mosaic making with an overview of mosaic tools, materials and techniques. A look at the ‘classic’ mosaic rules and the fundamental skills needed to make a direct method mosaic including how to cut and lay the tesserae and design principles. Students work on a practice coaster. All students finalise their main design and prepare their substrates. Students start work on a 30cm by 30cm mosaic on Jackoboard which is suitable for indoor or outdoor hanging. Afternoon: visit to one of Pelion’s remote and beautiful beaches and Byzantine mosaic relics. Monday Students continue with their own pieces with Helen’s support and direction. Tuesday Students continue with their own pieces with Helen’s support and direction. Afternoon: As before and a PowerPoint presentation on the art of Andamento – the visual flow of the mosaic. Wednesday Students work at different paces so those who are ready may already have started on their second or even third piece. The other techniques covered during the week are mosaics on mesh and using found materials such as pebbles and shells with tile adhesive. Afternoon: As before and a PowerPoint presentation on Contemporary Mosaics. Thursday Students continue with their own pieces. Those who are ready will seal and grout their main mosaics. Demonstration of how to grout. Demonstration of how to apply a mesh mosaic to a fixed surface using tile adhesive. Afternoon: Excursion to visit some Pelion monasteries or other sites of interest. Friday All students finish their main piece and/or their extra mosaics and prepare for an informal exhibition of the week’s work in the studio. Exhibition, group photo and farewell dinner. Saturday Departure of participants, or a rest over the weekend*. * There is a possibility to continue using the studio, tools and materials unsupervised over the weekend for a small extra charge. Please ask if you would like to stay for extra nights and/or make sure of the studio space WHAT’S INCLUDED? Six days of tuition (four six-hour days and two half days of four hours) and transport for related excursions Coffee and tea throughout the day Accommodation Materials* Excursions Time for rest and relaxation on the beach, by the pool or in the village square A full cooked breakfast, five three-course dinners and two lunches (half-board) Flights are NOT included, however there are direct flights to Volos Airport: from London Gatwick on Wednesdays and Saturdays and from Brussels, Amsterdam, Munich, Duesseldorf and Vienna on some other days. (see www.volosairport.gr/en) Alternatively there are regular flights to Athens, Skiathos or Thessaloniki. Lagou Raxi can advise on the easiest/most economical transfers from your chosen airport and will help participants to share taxis if convenient. PRICES PER PERSON INCLUDING TUITION + ACCOMMODATION (HALF-BOARD) MATERIALS* AND EXCURSIONS The 20 spacious and comfortable bedrooms are all named after local beaches. Free WiFi throughout. Single room: E815 Twin double occupancy: E700 Triple double occupancy: E765 If you would like to bring family member(s) or friend(s), NOT participating in the courses, please contact us for the prices of different combinations including double rooms and suites. *There is a E50 supplement per person for materials.  

Love eating fish & shellfish, but not confident when it comes to preparing or cooking it? Join this class to see exactly how to do it perfectly every time...

Mosaic Summer School

This course aims to increase and enhance delegates’ understanding of the various financial crime threats which impact upon the organisations, sectors and regions in which they operate and provide them with the tools to mitigate those threats. It assumes no prior knowledge of the subject but ensures through a high level of interactivity that delegates with any level of experience in the field will be able to share and receive the collective knowledge of the group.

Indulge in an Inspiration Day creative workshop at Beach Gallery to nurture your soul & awaken your creativity

The 2-hour Baby & Child First Aid class covers CPR, Choking, Bumps, Burns, Breaks, Bleeding, Febrile Seizures and Meningitis & Sepsis Awareness and will give everyone who attends the peace of mind they deserve.