It is a perfect place to unwind and recharge our batteries! You tailored our stay which was too short ( I know) perfectly. We felt loved and nurtured.
Thank you James, Kim and Shining Tree
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May 28th, 2012
May 28th, 2012
I have had a wonderful couple of days + appreciate the balance between care and tranquillity to chill and retreat from life for a few days.
your centre is a gift to all who come here and you both have designed and built a beautiful space- thank you for sharing it!
Retreat feedback January 2012
February 6th, 2012
“Dear Kim and James,
It was lovely meeting you. Thank you for providing such a wonderful place for my much needed “me” time. Although brief, my stay here did teach me some valuable concepts that I will incorporate into my home routine. Keep up the good work, and I hope to return one day- perhaps with a friend.
Take care, Julie. ”
” The experience was very personal. James and Kim have a lot of knowledge to offer on more than just what was involved in the workshops and classes. I feel that I learned a lot of very important things. It was so nice to feel at home and taken care of amidst all my travels alone. I felt I was staying with family which was wonderful!! Thank you so much for sharing your home, knowledge and way of life with me, /thanks for taking care of me and making me feel so welcomed in you home! Fiona. “
Shining Tree Retreat feedback December 2011
January 2nd, 2012
- How did you find the accommodation at Shining Tree? Homely,comfortable,warm,real, natural
- a). Did the clinical therapies you received meet with all your needs ? and b). did we tailor make a programme for you specifically? Yes to treatments. Have been exactly what I needed, without my knowing exactly what I needed. I include the food as a treatment. My particular experience has been much bespoke treatment.
- How did you find the Yoga, Qigong & Meditation classes that you at Shining Tree? I wanted a robust yoga retreat when I arrived- and I leave with an enormous gift of meridian yoga. Gentle, strong & harmonious. I have been learning the Qigong stances- Embracing the one, Golden tortoise and Golden plates.
- Do you think that you have gained enough knowledge to continue the practice of Qigong, Yoga and Meditation at home? Its a start and I’ll include what I know into my morning practise. I will definitely seek out more qigong in London.
- How was the food? Awesome.
- Do you think you have gained enough nutrition and cooking experience to continue what you have learnt here? Yes, sprouting, soaking, humus, puddings.
- Did you enjoy our pool and sauna area? Loved it. – Right temperature, – never too busy, -great for relaxing.
- Did you enjoy our woodland gardens? Yes. The tinsel in the tree, the caravan, the incredible sunset while drinking tea in the garden.
- We would be grateful if you would give us a general account of your impression and experience while at Shining Tree. A gentle and healing experience I would like to support and share- especially with my father. Thank you for your wisdom and generosity,
Feedback from October retreat
November 16th, 2011
This for me has been a wonderful experience and an important first step. I have felt loved, respected and cherished- thank you for that.I think that my time at Shining tree has been very important to me and I hope to come back.
Thank you both so very much. L
Feedback from September retreat
September 27th, 2011
“Fantastically amazing! Much more than what I anticipated! The experience was priceless! You both are amazing human beings with so much compassion and love for all things. It was a great part of my journey! Thank you Om Santi xxx ”
“Your passion and knowledge shines through- a truly lovely & educational 4 days x”
Feedback from our last two weekend retreats
September 6th, 2011
“My therapies exceeded expectations- in time, quality and variety of techniques…….each of our treatments wereclearly tailor-made with thought and care for our individual problems”
“Peaceful, agreeable, excellent care. I am particularly impressed by the loving care and concern manifested by both Kim and James throughout our stay (a good 50 hours)- and their understanding of J’s condition and sympathetic treatment of him. Very many thanks, heartfelt to you both”
J & A, Sept 2011
“I recieved a warm welcome and immediately felt relaxed. It was definitely a holistic weekend, wearing together diet,lifestyle, tai chi,yoga, meditation and therapy in a lovely environment.
There was a real positive energy about the place that offered me a space to just be and also a sense that it was important to carry this forward in my daily life.. I came away not just with the resolve to adjust my lifestyle, but with the confidence and understanding of how to do it. Thank you!”
Sally, Aug 2011
Feedback from march retreat
April 1st, 2011
James and Kim are the shining lights and which the whole experience evolves- they are warm, friendly, helpful and really care so they go the extra mile, again very therapeutic. The facilities are excellent and the treatments too. I felt an immediate improvement in my health and was able to begin detoxifying and healing. I got lots of well needed rest and the whole experience was a great balance between activity and rest.
Feedback from February retreat
March 1st, 2011
Very enjoyable, relaxing and calming weekend. Felt very comfortable with the facilities as a positive & welcoming approach. Treatments were brilliant and felt I benefited from them all. Food was also superb and it was great to learn.
Also good that what is advertised on the website & leaflet is true to what you get. Thanks for a great weekend.
