#95 VIDYA HEISEL - Founder of one of Europe's leading retreat centres & yoga schools


Vidya Jacqueline Heisel (@suryalilayoga) is the Director of Suryalila Retreat Centre and the Director of Frog Lotus Yoga International Yoga Teacher Training Programmes. With an impressive teaching legacy spanning over 45 years, Vidya possesses a profound understanding of yogic philosophy and meditation that resonates with practitioners worldwide. 

In the year 2000, Vidya's passion for training yoga teachers blossomed into reality with the creation of Frog Lotus Yoga International and having traversed the globe with her teachings, Vidya´s journey eventually led her to the creation of Suryalila Retreat Centre, a sanctuary of yogic exploration in the scenic landscapes of Andalusia, Spain. Here, she has guided and empowered countless yoga teachers, leading numerous retreats and Yoga Teacher Trainings that have become a hallmark of her dedication where she continues to empower students on their yogic journey. 

Vidya's presence continues to inspire, a radiant force who lives and breathes yoga. Her expertise, honed by years of dedicated practice and a profound connection with yogic philosophy, radiates authenticity and depth. With an extensive repertoire of accomplishments, Vidya remains a guiding light for all who seek to awaken their inner potential through the transformative journey of yoga.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 

  • How Vidya’s created a magical retreat space beyond the aesthetic 

  • The value of having a mission statement and the creation of Suryalila’s.

  • Vidya’s journey to creating the Suryalila Retreat Centre in Spain 

  • Vidya’s advice on public speaking and the importance of self confidence 

  • Vidya’s approach to sharing her yoga and why she doesn’t follow trends 

  • How Vidya would describe her yoga and philosophy approach 

  • Discussion around vinyasa flow and how it can be interpreted differently depending on the teacher’s training

  • About the history of the sun salutation and where it came from 

  • Vidya’s thoughts on the nature of happiness 

PERKS FOR YOU

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10% off the worlds best yoga mats, Liforme, with code HUSLER10

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25% off our online platform full of yoga, sound and meditation, with code HONEST25 (25% off single 12 month membership or reoccurring monthly membership until cancellation) 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

THE HOSTS

@adamhusler - Drawing from a variety of lives lived off the mat, Adam Husler brings a unique perspective to those who seek more from yoga than making pretty shapes. He offers creative, effective and clearly-sequenced teachings that focus on balancing flexibility and strength; physically and mentally. Educated by globally renown teachers, including Jason Crandell and Michael Stone, Adam specialises in a signature style of Alignment-Based Vinyasa— fuelled by a fascination with anatomy and a desire to ask ‘why?’. 

Based in London, Adam teaches a robust schedule in one of the worlds top yoga studios, Triyoga, and world leading gym, Equinox. On top of this, Adam leads workshops, trainings and teaches festivals continuously around the world, leaving him with thousands of teaching hours under his belt and plenty of appearances in national and international media.

For workshops, trainings, events and retreats, find out more here. 

@iamhollyhusler - From belting out original pop tunes at the London O2 stage to 20,000 people, whilst supporting Westlife, to singing healing mantras and playing magical instruments, to seas of sleeping yogis, at events and studios across the globe; Holly’s journey has led to a deep desire to help people find conscious connection and their own inner peace.

For trainings, workshops, music, events and retreats, find out more here.

Adam Husler