DECEMBER LONG WEEKEND RETREAT
Iyengar Yoga and Classical Tantra Yoga
112 Vigyana Bhairava Tantra Meditations
with Pablo Ferrero in Sierra de Gredos
The essence of the Vijñāna Bhairava Tantra: the direct path to the awareness of the Self
Taught by Pablo Ferrero. Certified Iyengar Yoga teacher through RIMYI, Pune, India. Diploma in Yogic Studies from the Bihar School of Yoga (Satyananda Tradition), India. Ayurvedic Health Counselor and Osteopath. Student of Ayurvedic Medicine, Kashmir Shaivism and Tibetan Buddhism.
In this retreat you will immerse yourself in a transformative experience where we will explore the integration of Iyengar Yoga, Hatha-Kriya Yoga and Tantra Yoga, from a deep and contemplative perspective. Through practice, meditation and study, we will delve into one of the most sublime texts of Kashmir Tantrism: the Vijñāna Bhairava Tantra.
This text, belonging to the tradition of non-dual Tantra or Trika Shaivism of Kashmir, is a philosophical and practical gem that reveals 112 meditation methods (dharanas) for recognizing Supreme Consciousness (Bhairava) in every instant of existence. Unlike other spiritual paths that seek liberation through asceticism or renunciation, the Vijñāna Bhairava Tantra invites us to recognize the divine in the everyday, in every breath, in every sensation and in the silent space that underlies every movement of the mind.
During the retreat, we will approach this text from an experiential perspective, uniting the precision and alignment of Iyengar Yoga, the purifying energy of Hatha and Kriya Yoga, and the meditative and ritual dimension of Tantra Yoga, to experience the essential teaching of classical tantra:
“The consciousness that pervades all experience is itself the absolute.”
The practice of Silence during the mornings will be an essential part of the retreat. This conscious silence (mouna) allows us to observe the fluctuations of the mind and connect with the Madhya, the central space of the heart, where intuitive knowledge emerges naturally.
Every human being longs for fullness, health and inner freedom. To attain them, the path does not lie in blind belief, but in direct experience. Yoga and meditation, in dialogue with the principles of Kashmir Shaivism, offer a solid foundation for understanding ourselves and living in harmony with our essential nature (Swastha) from a place of joy, presence and meaning.
Featured activities:
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Two daily Yoga classes (1.5 h): combining Iyengar Yoga, Hatha-Kriya Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Tantra Yoga.
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Study and guided meditation on selected passages from the Vijñāna Bhairava Tantra.
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Pranayama and meditation practices based on the dharanas from the text.
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Theoretical-experiential sessions on classical Tantrism and Kashmir Shaivism.
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Practices in nature to center awareness in the heart (Madhya).
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Silence from 7am to 10:30am, during the morning practice questions related to the practice will be allowed.
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Sattvic and vegetarian meals, designed to balance the doshas and promote mental clarity.
The retreat is taught in Spanish with English translation.
The Facilitator
Pablo Ferrero
Director and founder of Matrika Yoga School. He founded the first school in Toronto (Canada) in 2012. He has been practicing Yoga and meditation since 2006.
Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher through RIMYI, Pune, India. Diploma in Yogic Studies from the Bihar School of Yoga, India. Practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism and traditional Kashmir Tantra. Manual Therapist (Ayurvedic Massage, Osteopathy, chiromassage, reiki).
He is currently continuing to deepen his knowledge of Ayurvedic Medicine, Buddhist philosophy, Kashmir Shaivism and other energy therapies.
He travels regularly to India to enjoy the country and visit different teachers, places of interest and study centers.
Until 2024, Pablo belonged to the AEYI, the Spanish Iyengar Yoga Association. That year, Pablo left the association, feeling that his rights and freedoms as a human being were being violated. More information about this case.
The location
Retiros en Sierra de Gredos · Casa Rural El Pagano
Casa Rural El Pagano, located in Arenas de San Pedro (Ávila), features single, double, triple and quadruple rooms, all with private bathrooms, as well as two activity rooms with capacity for 20 to 30 people. Its surroundings are populated with chestnut, oak, walnut, strawberry, holm oak and pine trees, creating a landscape that invites reflection and rest.
Both spaces promote a sustainable and respectful lifestyle, encouraging the responsible use of natural resources, digital disconnection and reconnection with what's essential. They are places that inspire silence, authenticity and the experience of returning to what is simple and true. Visit www.elpagano.com.
About Sierra de Gredos
The Sierra de Gredos is one of the most beautiful and wild natural landscapes in the center of the Iberian Peninsula. Its granite mountains, rivers and crystal-clear gorges create an environment of deep serenity. Forests of oak, chestnut, pine and holm oak trees mix with meadows where goats and deer graze.
The pure air and silence invite you to breathe calmly and reconnect with the rhythm of nature. Its clear skies allow you to gaze at the stars with breathtaking clarity. In spring and autumn, the colors of the landscape transform into a living display of light and hues. The mountain climate, though temperate, offers coolness in summer and quiet stillness in winter.
The trails that wind through its valleys and peaks lead to viewpoints, lagoons and charming villages. The energy of Gredos invites you to pause, to listen and to inhabit the present moment. It is a place where nature becomes a teacher and the soul finds rest.
Programe
Provisional program
Day 1
Check-in at the retreat center from 4pm to 6pm.
- 6:30pm to 8pm – Yoga Class – Asana and Pranayama.
- 8:30pm – Dinner
- 9:30pm to 10pm – Meditative Space.
- 11pm – Rest and Silence.
Days 2 and 3
- 7am to 8:30am – Activation, Pranayama and Meditation.
- 8:45am – Breakfast.
- 10:30 to 11:30am – Theory and Philosophy of Yoga and Kashmir Shaivism
- 12pm to 2pm – Yoga Class (Asana and Pranayama)
- 2pm – Lunch.
- 4:30 to 5pm – Meditation
- 5pm to 6pm – Theory of Yoga and Kashmir Shaivism
- 6:30pm – 8pm Restorative Yoga and Pranayama.
- 8:15pm – Dinner
- 9:30pm to 10pm – Meditative Space.
- 11pm – Silence and Rest.
Departure Day
- 7am to 8:30am – Activation, Pranayama and Meditation.
- 8:45am – Breakfast.
- 10:30 to 11:30am – Theory of Yoga and Kashmir Shaivism
- 12pm to 2pm – Yoga Class (Asana and Pranayama)
- 2pm – Lunch.
- 3pm to 5pm – Retreat Departure
Practical Information
Costs and Details
Prices · 3 nights / 4 days
Where
At Casa Rural El Pagano, between the mountains of the Tiétar Valley and the Sierra de Gredos. www.elpagano.com
Cancellation
The reservation deposit will be refunded if canceled at least 30 days before the retreat begins, minus a 30% administrative fee. After 30 days, the deposit will not be refunded under any circumstances. The reservation is not transferable to other retreats.
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