Just as every stage at Houghton is brimming with talent, The Orchard is no exception.
Hand picked teachers, therapists and healers are here to work out the knots and aches of every day life and to energise you for a weekend of dancing.
There will a continuous flow of complimentary classes to join throughout the weekend. Everyone is welcome on a first come first served basis.
Nestled in the trees on the over the other side of the lake, The Orchard has become a welcoming destination away from the many dance floors on offer. Strewn with hammocks and seats you can just hang out and rest if you aren’t up for joining any of the activities on offer.
Inside the dome by day
Movement: Vinyasa flow and yin spa with sound by Lucia Jiménez & Mavi de Mars, vinyasa flow with Andy Kobelinsky / More Kolors presents disco yoga, rocket with Adam Redmore, VOGA, Ruben Feels….Groovement with music by Tiger Balm and slow flow , yin and reggae yoga with Jess Horn
Breathwork: Learn the power of the breath as the body’s main healing tool.
Sound bath: Gong baths with Steph and Laura from House of Wisdom, yoga nidra & singing bowls with Laura Klovaite/Veronika Pongracz, sound bath with Tom Pardhy, cacao ceremonies with Kim Booth Cosmic Pineapple and rhythmic and sonic healing immersion with Ashique Ali & Kate Fleur Young.
Life Drawing: Daily 90 minutes classes with real life nude models.
Inside the dome by night
By night the Orchard turns into an ambient AV experience. Audiences can relax to alternative downtempo and ambient sets from artists performing at Houghton 2024 while watching projected films, animations and visuals on inside the dome. Working alongside award winning visual artists Natural Symphany the dome becomes an ambient lounge with beanbags by night.
Outside the dome
Sauna: 14 person wood fired sauna hut with changing rooms and cold shower (single season and weekend passes are available to purchase at The Orchard reception). Please bring a towel
Performance Art: Stop by at Auntea’s house to see if she’s in for a good old fashioned cuppa and a catch up.
Massage: Traditional thai massage, deep tissue, yoga massage bodywork and energy healing.
(Please book at The Orchard reception. Prices are for 30 mins and 60 mins)
