Relax into Peace 
– ashram day retreat with Swami Ganga Mata

The annual International Day of Peace brings the opportunity to find peace within and share that peace through our thoughts, words and actions in the world. This year we are offering you the chance to be in the peaceful atmosphere of our ashram in the Scottish Borders, to immerse yourself in peace and also share peace with the world.

FUNDRAISING
We will donate 50% of your event donation to Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP), to contribute towards medical care and peace of mind for the brave souls suffering under siege in Gaza. 
 
PROGRAM
The program starts with gathering at our Galashiels ashram from 12 noon. Then at 12.30, after group greetings, we'll begin with meditation and chanting of traditional peace mantras.

You'll then receive the nourishment of an organic plant-based lunch, either sitting outside on the warm deck, if it's sunny, or inside in the warmth of the log fire.

After lunch, we'll take a mindful walk through the woodlands opposite the ashram, practise some pranayama conscious breathing in the fresh air, and then return for a session of deep relaxation with yoga nidra

Yoga mats, cushions, blankets and refreshments will be provided.

DATE 
Sunday 21 September 2025
 
TIME
Arrive from 12 noon onwards for 12.30pm start ending at 4.30pm.
 
VENUE
Mahaprabhu Deep Ashram, Doubledykes, Elm Row, Galashiels TD1 3HT
 
BOOKINGS
Advance bookings essential via email, WhatsApp, or in person; only 18 places available.

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CONTRIBUTION PAYMENT*
Suggested donation: £40 - £60 | organic vegan lunch and refreshments provided

*All events held in the ashram are offered by donation, in the spirit of 'dana' a Sanskrit word that means gift/giving. If you can't afford to give the suggested rate, then please feel free to give what you can. Likewise, if you're able to give more, then please consider doing so. Thank you.

You're welcome to pay via:
– cash in person 

or

– direct bank transfer:
Yoga in Daily Life Scotland | 08-92-99 | 65874873
use bank reference: Peace Day

or

– PayPal (no fees), where you can add Gift Aid if you're a UK taxpayer:

TRANSPORT
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.: we will do our best to help facilitate car-sharing. Please let us know if you can offer a lift.
Train: there will be a bus replacement service on the Borders Trainline that day, with delays expected and a 2-hour journey.
Borders Buses: we recommend the X95 from Edinburgh bus station at 10.40am, arriving into Galashiels at 12.15pm. The last bus departs Gala at 4.51pm arriving into Edinburgh at 6.17pm. Free for over-60's and under-22's!

Thank you for your contribution – to the well-being of yourself and others.


 

YOGA IN DAILY LIFE SCOTLAND (SCIO)
Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation Reg: SC049297