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. INFORMATION PACKET . UPCOMING SPANISH PLUS YOGA RETREAT DATES November 7th - November 14th, 2010 March 12th - March 19th, 2011
Reawaken Your Mind, Body and Spirit! An 8-Day Retreat in Paradise
One who conquers himself is greater than another who conquers a thousand times a thousand on the battlefield. -The Buddha
Join us for an exhilarating and mind-stilling 8-day Spanish Plus Yoga
retreat in our beautiful coastal village of La Manzanilla, Mexico. Our
town is the perfect get-a-way place for soul-searchers, Yoga buffs,
Spanish students, and those seeking a truly multicultural experience.
All that spirits desire, spirits attain.
Yogi’s who have always wanted to learn Spanish or who are brushing up on their conversation skills will improve their language skills in a fast and natural way. Our very successful teaching/learning approach goes hand in hand with one of the most fundamental principals of yoga…let go, and you will receive. We understand that language is acquired naturally when one learns to get out of the way of their “censor mind.” Our method helps student see and experience first-hand that they can learn Spanish through right practice and right belief. The aim is to help students acquire Spanish naturally, through familiarization of the language, versus the “traditional” way of learning grammar before one acquires a minimal level of fluency. Students will be placed in small groups according to their Spanish level. Courses are offered at beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. For more information on our course methodology, visit our website at www.lacatalinaschool.com.
There are only two mistakes one can make along the road to truth: not going all the way, and not starting --Buddha
Yoga Classes with Christina deRoos
Through
a series of intensive classes led by Christina deRoos, students will
have the opportunity to deepen their Yoga practice in the beautiful and
magical setting of La Manzanilla. Each day of the retreat students will
enjoy a morning and evening yoga practice, suitable for all levels, from
true beginners to advanced yogis. Drawing from traditional Hatha yoga
postures and principles of meditation, Christina's yoga sessions
facilitate a spirit of curious exploration and present-moment awareness.
This daily yoga practice encourages an open and receptive attitude that
allows you to enhance well-being in your body, feelings, thoughts, and
spirit.
About Christina deRoos:
La Manzanilla, Jalisco, Mexico
You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection --Buddha
Let stress go and experience peace within through the healing touch of our massage practitioners. Each participant will receive a relaxing and rejuvenating one-hour massage, as part of their retreat package.
Trust in dreams, for in them is the hidden gate to eternity. --Kahill Gibran
Bay Cruise & Tenacatita Snorkel Trip Experience the ocean at your fingertips while cruising across the beautiful Tenacatita Bay. Spot sea turtles and dolphins along the way. Upon arriving Tenacatita Beach, Yogi’s will snorkel in a coral reef reserve and discover the underwater world in the crystal clear waters of the Mexican Pacific. The adventure continues with a boat tour through a beautiful mangrove forest where exotic birds and the sounds of nature fill the tropical air. And yes, there will be time to relax, melt into the warm sand, and swim in the pristine waters at Tenacatita beach. (Snorkeling gear provided.)
Guided Nature Hike You will never forget this beautiful guided hike under the shady canopy of palms and tropical foliage to our local water holes. Our guide will teach you about the flora and fauna along the way and give you a chance to practice your Spanish. Enjoy a healthful snack upon arriving.
The body is your temple. Keep it pure and clean for the soul to reside in. --B.K.S Iyengar
Casa de Maria Yogi’s will be housed in Maria’s serene Mexican guest houses, set amidst a lush and tropical garden (http://www.lacasamaria.com) or another beautiful guest house within a short walk of Casa de Maria. Casa de Maria will be our retreat headquarters, where our yoga classes and delicious meals will take place. Casa de Maria is located just 5 minutes walking distance to the beach and 10 minutes from the downtown area of La Manzanilla. Participants may choose shared or private accommodations.
Meals A healthy, fresh and delicious catered vegetarian breakfast & lunch will be served daily. Breakfast includes fresh seasonal fruit, yogurt, granola, hot cereals, fresh juices, tea, and more. (Soy milk and dairy substitutes will be available for Vegans.) Lunches will include a salad, main entrée and beverage. All of the healthiest and freshest ingredients available will be used. Vegan options available upon request. Participants will be on their own for dinners and may prepare food in their guest cottages which will have a kitchen or kitchenette or may try some of the great restaurants around town.
Sample 8-Day Retreat Schedule*
$1370 - Shared bedroom with individual bed in a shared guest house $1480 - Private bedroom in shared guest house $1690 - Private studio apartment or one bedroom guest house
Program Costs Includes the following:
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Christina is a Yoga Alliance certified yoga instructor. In addition to
over 10 years of personal practice of various styles of yoga, including
Hatha, Iyengar, Hot Yoga, Vinyasa and more, Christina's classes are
informed by an intensive teacher training program she completed with
Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy. Combining traditional Hatha yoga postures
with principles of meditation, Christina's classes encourage presence
and curiosity, offering participants movements, breathing techniques and
meditations as tools to explore their unique experience of body, mind,
emotions and spirit.
