Power Yoga & 3 Course Lunch with Aanya

Join us for a late Summers day at Wiston Estate in our original Findon Vineyard, where movement, mindfulness and exceptional wine come together in the heart of the South Downs.

Hosted by Melania Battiston, this thoughtfully curated experience invites you to slow down, reconnect and enjoy a day designed to nourish both body and mind. Whether you’re looking to deepen your yoga practice, unwind after a busy week or simply enjoy great food, wine and conversation in a beautiful setting, this promises to be a truly memorable occasion.

• Saturday 5th September 2026
• 10:30am- 3pm
• £100 per person

Your ticket includes:

10:30am- Coffee and Welcome 

11am-Active Breathwork
Begin the event with a guided active breathwork session, helping you transition from the pace of everyday life into the present moment. Through a carefully active practice, Mel will guide you into sharpening your focus, release tension and create space for the evening ahead.

11:45am Power Yoga
The 60-minute Power Yoga class is designed for those with a basic understanding of yoga postures, building on familiar foundations through a dynamic yet accessible flow. Throughout the session, Melania will offer guidance, modifications and alternative options, allowing everyone to move at a pace that feels right for their body and experience. The class incorporates breathwork, although participation is entirely optional. Whether you choose to enjoy both elements or simply the yoga practice itself, this is your opportunity to move in a way that feels comfortable and energising.

12:45pm Wiston Cuvée Aperitif
Following the class, unwind with a glass of award-winning Wiston Cuvée, before gathering for the food.

1:00pm Paulee-Style Lunch
A nourishing three-course lunch served in our Wine Barn. Inspired by the convivial tradition of a Paulée, guests are invited, if they would like, to bring along a bottle of wine that holds special meaning to them and share the story behind it with the group. It’s a relaxed and welcoming way to discover new wines, spark conversation and celebrate the connections that great food and wine create.

More on Active Breathwork
With evocative music in the background and lying comfortably on your back, you’ll be guided through a rhythmic breathing technique designed to quiet the conscious mind and access deeper layers of the body, creating space to release stored emotions and cultivate a greater sense of calm.

Every experience is unique, and you may notice waves of emotion, physical sensations or shifts in energy as the practice unfolds. By intentionally activating a temporary stress response, this breathing pattern helps regulate the nervous system, calm the mind and invite deep rest. The session concludes with a period of relaxation, allowing you to integrate the experience and return feeling more grounded and restored.

About Melania Battiston
Originally from northern Italy, Melania Battiston is the founder of AANYA, inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning “inexhaustible”—a reminder of the endless resilience and energy within us all. An Advanced Sommelier, wine consultant and yoga teacher, she brings together exceptional wine, mindful movement and immersive experiences that inspire connection, wellbeing and a deeper appreciation of both practice and place.

Alongside an international career in luxury hospitality and fine wine, Melania has taught yoga and meditation since 2016. Her passion for breathwork began during a yoga retreat in Panama, where she experienced its transformative power first hand. After training as a breathwork facilitator in 2024, she began weaving breathwork into her teaching alongside Power Yoga to support healing, clarity and self-discovery.

Grounded in the yogic philosophy of Santosha, the practice of contentment, Melania believes yoga extends far beyond the mat. Through AANYA, she curates experiences that blend yoga, breathwork, storytelling and wine, drawing inspiration from the rhythms of nature to create meaningful moments of presence, personal growth and community.

With only a limited number of places available, this intimate event with AANYA offers the chance to enjoy movement, mindfulness and meaningful conversation in one of Sussex’s most beautiful vineyard settings.

We look forward to welcoming you to the vineyard soon!

general information

• Event location
  The event takes place at Findon Park Vineyard, not at Chalk Restaurant or Wiston Estate Winery. Please note that the location is best found using the following What3words address rather than postcode: recover.bugs.conducted Full directions will be shared with guests ahead of the event.
• Do I need previous yoga experience?
  The Power Yoga class is best suited to those with a basic understanding of yoga postures. However, the session is designed to be inclusive, with modifications and guidance offered throughout. You’re encouraged to move at your own pace and listen to your body.
• Is the breathwork suitable for everyone?
  The breathwork session is optional, and you’re welcome to participate only in the yoga class if you prefer. If you are pregnant or have a respiratory, cardiovascular or other medical condition, we recommend consulting your healthcare professional before taking part and letting the instructor know before the session begins.
• What should I bring?
• A yoga mat and blocks if you have them
• A refillable water bottle
• Comfortable clothing suitable for movement
• A light jumper or blanket for relaxation after the practice if you wish
• A bottle of wine to share during the Paulee-style lunch (optional but encouraged)

• Do you cater for dietary requirements 
  Please advise us of any requirements when booking and we will confirm whether we are able to accommodate.
• What if it rains?
  The yoga session will take place under covered gazebos, and the meal will be hosted in our Wine Barn, so the experience can go ahead in wet weather. In the event of severe weather that makes it unsafe or impractical to proceed, we reserve the right to cancel the event. If we cancel, all guests will receive a full refund.
• Is this an adults-only event?
  Yes. This event is strictly for guests aged 18 and over, as your ticket includes wine served as part of the experience.
• Are dogs allowed?
  Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted at this event.
• What is the cancellation policy?
  Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Refunds will only be issued if Wiston Estate cancels the event. If we need to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund of your ticket price.
• Is there limited availability?
  Yes. This is a one-off ticketed event with limited places available, so early booking is recommended.
• Is parking available?
  Yes, parking will be available at Findon Park Vineyard. Further details will be shared with guests before the event.

Please note that the location is best found using the following What3words address rather than postcode. Due to the rural nature of the location, taxis should be pre-booked well in advance, particularly for return journeys later in the evening. More information on directions will be sent out ahead of the event.

https://what3words.com/recover.bugs.conducted