Silent Retreat Day

A Silent, Soulful, Simple Experience

Date: Saturday, 22 November 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: YogaSpace Yorkshire
Fee: £80.00 (see terms below)
Booking: Via the Gymcatch app or the studio timetable tab on the YSY website.

Overview

Join us for a day of silence, reflection, and self-compassion in a serene and supportive environment. This retreat, led by Emma Ropner, a senior Kundalini yoga teacher, experienced retreat leader, gong player, and women’s facilitator, offers a unique opportunity to step away from the noise of the world and listen to your inner voice.

“A teacher can lead you to the door, only you can go through.”

This retreat is designed to provide peace, space, and time in a fast-paced world. Rather than promising external healing, the day focuses on fostering self-compassion, kindness, and allowing your inner guide to shine.

Schedule

• 9:30 AM: Welcome and coffee/refreshments (voice permitted)
  Meet fellow attendees and enjoy a gluten-free/dairy-free (GF/DF) snack.

• 10:15 AM: Morning Preparatory Yoga (silence begins)
  A Kundalini yoga session with minimal verbal instruction from Emma, followed by a gong relaxation.

• Lunch: Simple GF/DF soup with a GF/DF salad/vegetable side
  Please bring your own bread preferences. Dairy-free and cow’s milk options are available for teas and coffees.

• Throughout the Day: Studio silence – but – take (optional time) in the front garden
  Feel free to step outside for moments of stillness.

• 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Tea and debriefing session (silence ends)
  A spoken session to reintegrate into the world of sound.

What to Expect

• Silence as a Gift: The retreat is entirely silent (except for the welcome and final debriefing sessions) to help you connect with your inner voice in a noisy, overcrowded world.

• Small Group Setting: Enjoy an intimate experience in a beautiful space at YogaSpace Yorkshire.

• Yoga and Gong Relaxation: Led by Emma, the yoga session includes minimal spoken guidance, followed by a soothing gong bath.

• Self-Compassion Focus: This day is about nurturing your inner light through kindness and reflection, not external promises of healing.

• Props: Bring any props (e.g., cushions, blankets) to support moments of stillness in the studio.

Note: This event is not suitable for pregnant individuals due to the yoga movements and gong bath. Please inform Emma of any medical allergies before booking to ensure your needs can be met.

Practical Information

• Lunch Details: A simple GF/DF soup and salad/vegetable side will be provided. You will receive details about the soup in advance. Bring your own bread preferences.

• Drinks: Dairy-free and cow’s milk options are available for teas and coffees.

• Allergies: If you have a medical allergy, contact Emma before purchasing your ticket to confirm if your needs can be accommodated.

• Booking: Reserve your spot via the Gymcatch app or the studio timetable on the YSY website.

• Fee: £80.00 (non-refundable, transferable only to a waitlist applicant via Emma).

• Gift Purchases: To buy this retreat as a gift, contact Emma for a gift card. Payment will be processed via email and BACS.

First Time at YogaSpace Yorkshire?

New attendees are warmly welcome! If you haven’t attended a class, event, or retreat with Emma before, please email her to introduce yourself and ask any questions before booking.

Contact

For all inquiries, questions, or gift purchases, please email:
📧 yogaspaceyorkshire@gmail.com

The First Law of Life: Listening
Use this precious day of silence to hear the unique song of your yearning soul. We look forward to welcoming you to this transformative experience.