Harmony of the Heart

Harmony of the Heart

About

Retreats

Shiatsu / Hot Stone Massage

Gift vouchers

About

“In a society that says, ‘Put yourself last’ Self-acceptance and self-love are almost revolutionary” Brene Brown

Louise believes in continual personal development and integration. The inspiration of teachers such as Thich Nhat Hanh, Uma Dinsmore Tuli, Sarah Powers, enable her to bring her experiences together with mindfulness and a deeper aspiration for change and evolution for all. It was during a stay at Plum Village that Louise received the name ‘Harmony of The Heart’ from Thich Nhat Hanh.

Louise has a background in contemporary dance and has always been inspired by the body, its wisdom and intricacies. It was through a dance-related injury that she was lead onto the path of therapy work through her own experience of Shiatsu’s power to heal. She graduated in 2005 as a Shiatsu therapist through the Ealing School Of Shiatsu before also qualifying in Indian head massage and Hot Stone Therapy with Jing Advanced Massage training.

Through working on retreats as a body practitioner, Louise trained and worked with many great yoga teachers from around the world. This inspired her to complete her own yoga teacher training Diploma in 2007 at Yoga Vidya Gurukul in Nasik, India. She extended this training to encompass pregnancy & women’s yoga in 2009. As a peri-menopausal mother of two, she thoroughly enjoys working with women and is passionate about women’s health and sharing a heart centred approach, with uplifting and nourishing yoga for all levels and abilities.

 

 

Online / In-person Yoga

“Yoga is not an ancient myth buried in oblivion. It is the most valuable inheritance of the present. It is the essential need of today and the culture of tomorrow.”  Swami Satyananda Saraswati

Louise combines gentle, nourishing and strengthening (hatha) yoga, with flowing, breath connected movement. She also enjoys providing opportunities for deep rest and restoration, through guided relaxation (yoga nidra). Louise happily offers modifications, so you can follow at your own pace and level, even if you’re a beginner. Sessions are designed to inspire joy and pleasure in movement, to ground and find ease in body and mind.

Hatha flow(online):

Tuesdays 8.15-9.15pm Louise teaches a dynamic, yet relaxing practice where we work with synchronised movement and breath to develop strength, flexibility and flow in both mind and body. Open to all levels and beginners welcome.  £45 block of 6, or £8.50 per class. Low waged-pay what you can.  (Recordings are available for you to practice when suits you!)

Hatha flow (in-person):

Thursdays 11-12pm@The Sun Room, Clarach Spaces Limited to 7 spaces   This is a gentle, hatha class suitable for all levels.  (If you miss a class I will send a recording)  Campsiriol, Bow Street SY245BJ  £51 block of 6

Email me to book your place or to be on drop in list when there’s a space.

One to one/small groups live on Zoom:

Louise offers Yoga to small groups and one to one- This can be a great way to strengthen and develop your practice, as the tuition is tailored to your particular level and pace with undivided attention.

Workplace Yoga:

These sessions can take place before/after work or during the lunch break. Yoga helps to reduce stress and tension and improve energy levels and concentration. It helps with work related problems such as RSI, back or shoulder tension.

Gift Certificates Available: 

Offer friends and family the gift of good health with one to one yoga sessions. These can be bought as one-off sessions or as a block of 3, 5 or 10. Prices vary according to location and class, call or email for further information- tel:  07719 716273 louisedixon@gmail.com

Cancellation policy:
For a private booking 24 hours notice must be given if you wish to cancel an appointment. Otherwise the full fee may be payable.

Retreats

Are you looking for a reset and to connect to yourself, nature and others more? Our affordable, 5-star rated, small group retreats focus on reflection and reconnection, through a variety of activities in beautiful surroundings (see retreats below).

Louise is passionate about bringing Women together and encouraging them to take time and space to better take care of themselves, through nourishing movement, relaxation, food, time in nature, self reflection through journalling and connection.

Louise combines gentle, nourishing and strengthening (hatha) yoga, with flowing, breath connected movement. She enjoys providing opportunities for deep rest and restoration, through guided relaxation (yoga nidra). Modifications are happily offered, so you can follow at your own pace and level, even if you’re a beginner. Sessions are designed to inspire joy and pleasure in movement, to ground and find ease in body and mind.

Our retreats are all drug/alcohol free. With the intention of providing a safe, supportive space for self-reflection, exploration and healing. We feel that retreats are an opportunity to connect to yourself, try out new ways of being, and to practice healthier habits.

 

“I can’t thank you enough for our wild women weekend. Absolutely, every single element was perfection. I felt true joy, peace, belonging and excitement, all things I haven’t felt for a long time”.  Anna

Awaken into Spring Yoga and Creativity Retreat  14-16th March 2025 – Pembrokeshire (sold out)

       

A weekend to unfurl into Spring, from the stillness and depths of Winter, to embrace the changes of the season and explore our creativity through art, yoga and movement. Set in a beautiful coastal estate, on the edge of Pembrokeshire National Park, close to the Blue Lagoon and St David’s.

  • All activities are optional. The weekend includes:
    Nourishing, gentle hatha yoga (suitable for all levels), restorative yoga and yoga nidra (guided relaxation) In a magical round house. (4 sessions) 
  • 2 x art for wellbeing sessions with Jen (Jen’s sketchbook) no experience required!Accommodation in a tranquil, coastal estate, with sea views.
  • Delicious, vegan food, sourced from the onsite organic garden, snacks and teas.
  • Journalling tim
  • Sauna and natural swimming, lily pond.
  • Campfire
  • Walk to local beach (optional swim)
  • Free time to explore the Blue lagoon, White Sands beach, St David’s or to just be
  • (Reflexology will be available at an additional cost)

£100 deposit and remainder to be paid by Jan 10th

Single ensuite £450

Twin Ensuite: £409

Email Louisedixon@gmail.com to book your place

 

 

Wild Women Spring Yoga & Creativity Retreat April 4-6th 2025, Coastal Mid Wales -Campsiriol (max 9 places)

I large twin and1 single room available

Seasonal hatha yoga to uplift and rejuvenate, restorative yoga and yoga nidra for deep rest, in the underfloor heated yurt(suitable for all levels) This is a beautiful time of year here by the coast, we will explore the area with mindful walks, optional sea dip, yoga, hot tub and ignite your creativity with some nature art printing.

Includes: Daily yoga sessions (4) Homely accommodation, all delicious meals (including meal out) snacks and drinks, hot tub session, art workshop (no experience required) mindful walk, optional sea dip, campfire, time to rest and be (massage will be available as an extra)

Deposit £100 Remainder to be paid by 1st Feb

Farmhouse:  Double/Single room £409 (Sold out)

Twin: £375 (pp)

Holiday home single £385

Motorhome (provided) 2x Double £349 pp (Sold out)

 

 

Autumn Equinox Women’s Retreat ~ Rest & Restore Sept 19-21st 2025 Pembrokeshire

(1 Ensuite Twin available)

Rest and restore with nourishing hatha and restorative yoga and yoga nidra in the magical roundhouse, homely accommodation in the coastal Estate. delicious meals, walks by the sea,  sauna and wild swimming, campfire poetry/song sharing, time to be. (massage will be available as an extra)

£100 deposit

Single Ensuite: £450 (sold out)

Twin ensuite: £409

Dorm £389 (Sold out)

 

Wild Women Yoga & Sound Healing Retreat ~ October 17-19th 2025 @Campsiriol

Enjoy this small group, Autumn retreat by the Welsh coast (max 9)

Includes (all activities optional):

  • Accommodation in a peaceful, country setting,
  • 4 yoga sessions,
  • nourishing hatha, restorative yoga and yoga nidra in the underfloor heated yurt (suitable for all levels)
  • Sound bath session with the wonderful Teresa from Rested and Rooted.
  • hot tub session,
  • Delicious homemade, veggie/vegan meals and a lunch out,
  • Wild swimming,
  • Mindful walking
  • Songs/dance around campfire
  • plenty of time to rest and enjoy the peaceful surroundings

(Massage available as an extra)

Deposit £100 Remainder to be paid by 10th Aug

Farmhouse:  Double/Single room £409

Twin: £375 (pp)

Holiday home single £385 or twin £349

Motorhome (provided) 2x Double £349 pp

Bring your own campervan: £325 (one space)

 

More reviews of our previous retreats

“This was such a fabulous, my first time, retreat! Surrounded and held in nature, the host and other wild hearts were so welcoming. A wonderful mix of activities, fun, delicious food, deep and nourishing rest. I felt so safe to be able to surrender to all of this and leave the “outside” world behind for these few days. It still resonates in my whole being, much warmth and gratitude”. Nan

 

“I have been on two of Louise’s retreats and each time have left feeling so deeply rested and nourished. Louise curates the perfect weekend with beautiful settings and delicious catering, as well as the right balance of structured time and own free time. It’s always refreshing to meet other people and to really stop and slow down, i’ll definitely be making it an annual thing to do”. Jess

 

“Louise truly has created a wonderful programme of nourishment, mindfulness and relaxation. Perfect if you are looking for some me time and self care. I highly recommend her retreats and yoga classes.” Adele

We reserve the right to change any of the advertised retreat or event programmes at any time without notice.  Cancellation policy can be found here.

Shiatsu / Hot Stone Massage

“I would highly recommend Louise for her fantastic Hot stone massage and Shiatsu. I have been lucky enough to have both recently and can honestly say I left feeling like a different person! The sessions were both incredibly relaxing and a fantastic treat for both my body and soul. I felt soothed and super relaxed after and all the pains and niggles in my body were gone. i’m already looking forward to my next session”. Rhi

Shiatsu:

Shiatsu was developed in Japan more than 1400 years ago and works on the same principals as acupuncture. Shiatsu massage works to rebalance the body’s natural flow of energy which travels through the meridians. This energy can sometimes become stuck which can cause disharmonies and illness to manifest. By strengthening the vital organs, Shiatsu works preventatively before weakness occurs. Unlike Western medicine, Shiatsu seeks to address the person holistically and not just their symptoms.

For example, Shiatsu may help to treat:

  • insomnia
  • headaches
  • anxiety
  • back pain
  • fatigue
  • poor circulation
  • weight problems
  • indigestion / digestive disorders
  • chills / flushes
  • poor appetite
  • chronic cases of rheumatism
  • high blood pressure
  • emotional difficulties
  • menstrual / reproductive problems

Hot Stone Massage: 

Hot Stone Fusion is a unique, powerful and dynamic combination of hands and stone massage. It is unlike any other treatment as it uses basalt stones that are thousands of years old. These volcanic stones have a high iron content that not only is said to have healing qualities but also effectively retain heat. The hands and hot stones are used with oil to massage the body, the heat penetrates deep within the muscles allowing the body to open and deeply relax.

Melt away your stress with a powerful, dynamic Hot Stone Massage.               

  •    Increase mobility & Flexibility
  •    Decrease injury & rehabilitation time
  •    Revitalise & experience a deep sense of Calm

Prices may vary according to location, ranging between £55-65 or for a saving, book a block of 5.

 

GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE

Offer friends and family the gift of good health with a relaxing, therapeutic treatment. Gift certificates are available for half-hour and one-hour treatments, as well as multiple-treatment packages.  Vouchers and blocks must be used within one year of purchasing.
CANCELLATION POLICY
24 hours notice must be given if you wish to cancel an appointment. Otherwise the full fee may be payable.

*Treatments are from Campsiriol, SY245BJ

Home visits and corporate massage are also available upon request.