Pause and Reset Wellness Experience

I am thrilled to be collaborating with Stanmer Sauna Garden and Urban Forage to bring you a full day’s wellness experience at Stanmer Park, Brighton.

Based upon the yogic concept of Pancha Kosha, we will explore ways of being in the body, through movement, the breath, mindfulness and nutrition. Together, we will journey towards a rediscovery of your essential nature; your most authentic way of being and accepting yourself as you are.

What can I expect from the day?

From Iona.... Throughout the day, I will guide you through yoga practices to reconnect your body with its natural rhythm. These will include asana (postures), breathing (pranayama), meditation (dhyana) and chanting (mantra) - all tailored to suit your needs.

Want to know more about Iona?

I hold a 200hr yoga teaching diploma (distinction) from The Unity School in Lewes. I graduated just after lockdown in 2020 and have been offering affordable, accessible yoga classes for adults, people with reduced mobility and children, since then. I hold space for people of all backgrounds to come together without fear or judgement (of self or others), to experience all that yoga entails.

What else will we do on the day?

Wild sauna with sauna master Bella @ Stanmer Sauna Garden.

This will be a private session (for our closed group). Sauna master Bella Kirkus will treat you to a sauna with whisking and body treatments using seasonal botanicals, followed by a heartwarming tea – all with ingredients foraged from Stanmer Park.

Let me tell you about Bella….

Bella Kirkus is the MD of Stanmer Sauna Garden. She is a level 2 qualified sauna master in Lithuanian tradition and specialises in offering bespoke sauna experiences including steam rituals, body treatments and traditional leaf-whisking – all with truly heartfelt care.

Would you like to see the sauna? Take a look here.

What about food?

Chef Christian Amys of Urban Forage will be serving us a seasonal, foraged lunch.

Christian Amys is a former Michelin-starred chef and Masterchef quarter finalist who found his calling when he established Urban Forage in 2021. When he isn’t stoking the fire at his wild kitchen at Stanmer Craft Museum, you’ll find him leading groups of keen foragers around Stanmer Park and along Brighton’s coastline, or presenting wild nutrition workshops at festivals around the country.

Chef Christian will be cooking up a feast for us, using ingredients foraged from Stanmer Park. Expect comfort foods packed full of seasonal goodness, all prepared with Christian's unique signature.

Want to know more about Urban Forage? You can check them out here.

How do I book?

Click on the ‘Get Tickets’ tab or email me directly and avoid the booking fee! iona.yogaga@gmail.com

You can also find me on Instagram and Facebook.

· Please share details of any food allergies or health issues with me upon booking so we can tailor the day to your specific needs!