Gay Men's Yoga
revitalise your inner health
Caribbean Healing & Yoga Retreat
August 02 - 08, 2008
Sunset in the Bermuda Triangle - This retreat is set in the tropical splendor of the Caribbean Island Paradise.
Luxurious accommodation amidst Zen like architectural elegance. The retreat offers refreshingly unique comfort for body and soul, The retreat and accommodation is located in a 13-acre natural refuge of native trees, tall grasses, birds and butterflies where you'll be at one with nature and savour the peaceful bliss of privacy, silence, and tranquillity (no phones, television, or typical room and turn-down service).
Watch and enjoy the outdoors becomes indoors. The innovative self-contained spacious lofts highlight matchless views of the Caribbean and palm-lined beaches which are just minutes away; open-air private terraces and outdoor showers where you can bathe in the scent of trade winds and the night- blooming jasmine under star-studded skies.
Just steps from your room, nestled into the hillside, you'll find one of the Caribbean's most magnificent pools, where afternoon relaxation on it's panoramic deck becomes an art in itself.
Ecology and conscious living.—Solar panels augment the electricity and hot water. Water is collected and your shower and basins flow to guavas, bananas, papayas and lemons; giving back to Nature. Relax and enjoy watching , style, Nature, and serenity merge to become a satisfying indulgence.
You may be a beginner, you may be new to yoga, or you have been practicing for a while, be sure this retreat will accommodate you and help you deepen your connection with your body your mind and your inner self. Come and share the time away with like minded people who wish to deepen their understanding of yoga, its philosophy & its practice.
Revive and indulge meditation, breathing techniques, healing workshops discussion group or relax on your deck chair by the pool in this exclusive retreat in the amazing beauty of the Vieques islands in Puerto Rico and watch the magnificent view.
What to expect
Fun & Enjoy meeting new like-minded friends while you journey into the heart of healing yoga. Its philosophy and teachings, and ancient wisdoms. Improve your yoga practice & rediscover simple things such as friendship and a deeper connection with self and our world.
Together we will look at the meaning and purpose of our lives using powerful tools discovered by the ancient yogi wisdoms. Together we will explore in depth many areas of yogi practices and philosophy including pranic healing techniques which will cleanse and heal the body with breath.
Healing workshop and personal consultation and treatment.
Meditation & Stress Management workshop & introducing tools to help deepen our understanding of the mind/self & learn usable techniques to manage life.
Deep Progressive Yoga Relaxation sessions where we will be getting in touch with the deeper subconscious part of yourself. - discovering and releasing parts of self we didn't know were there.
There will also be many formal and informal discussions about yoga philosophy, spirituality, the emotional body, the physical body and our physical yoga practice,
A full schedule of classes and workshops will be offered over the course of the retreat. All scheduled classes are optional in attendance. You may join in all of them or part of them- you may choose to just do some and spend the rest of the time exploring the region and it’s many natural beaches & wonders, or just relax by the pool, soak in some sun & RELAX
A typical day will feature
~ Optional early morning stretch & meditation
~ A full morning yoga class
~ Breakfast
~ Pranayama & Breathing
~ Yoga/Posture workshops
~ Relaxation techniques
~ Meditation & Stress management
~ One on one consultation and healing/Reiki with healing therapist
~ Time to explore the beaches and the many natural treasures on the island
~ An evening class featuring some stronger postures & deeper understandings.
~ Dinner with the group or just do your own thing
Who can come
This retreat is open to everyone and to all levels. It could be your opportunity to start with the basics, or deepen your
awareness.
Take time out to indulge yourself in yoga & be in the company of like minded men. Share stimulating discussions, learn meditation techniques, explore breathing & stress management tools.
The retreat will be full of activities for the body & mind to explore, or if you choose to you can bliss out by the pool & relax.
The retreat also has professional development credits for yoga teachers.
When
02-08 August 2008
The retreat takes place over 5 nights from Saturday the 02 August to Thursday midday 08th August 2008 5 nights pure luxury accommodation in this superior exclusive accommodation. (Price per person includes all accommodation, taxes, transfers and breakfast)
Price
Twin Share: $1550 (USD)
Single: $2150 (UDS)
Getting there
Book your airfare direct to Vieques Island (airport code VQS) and we will organize your pick up or make your way to Puerto Rico - San Juan ( airport code SJU). Once there you can either get a flight to Vieques or get ferry to Vieques Island, - your transfer to retreat will be waiting to meet you at your arrival point.
How to Sign Up
Please email: krysto9@gmail.com
1. Let me know what lodging option you have chosen.
2. Reserve your space with a non-refundable $500 deposit.
You may pay by credit card or cash or Direct Debit into Bank Account.
(All fees paid for workshops and retreats are non transferable.)
Please let me know ASAP if you are planning to join us!
Krysto: 0413 904 753
Gay Men's Yoga.
PO BOX 1615
Collingwood 3066
Victoria Australia