Genie Zeiger & Jeanie Erlbaum present
Yoga and Writing: A Caribbean Retreat for Women
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Space
is limited to 10 participants! |
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Flyer |
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| Island:
St.
Lucia |
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Date:
March 1-8, 2008 |
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| Accommodations:
Balenbouche
Estate |
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| Yoga:
7:30
- 8:45am daily |
| Jean
Erlbaum has been studying yoga and meditation since 1967. She is
certified as a teacher of both Integral and Atma Yoga, as a Phoenix
Rising Yoga Therapist and is trained in Mindfulness-Based Stress
Reduction. Each class will be individualized and offer gentle stretches,
deep breathing and a long relaxation. Experienced yogis as well
as those starting for the first time are welcome. The classes are
designed to enhance your connection to your body, inviting deeper
access to creativity. |
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| Writing:
10:00am - 1:00pm daily |
| Genie
Zeiger’s daily writing workshops are designed to create a
safe and affirming place for each writer to find and nurture her
own creative voice. Genie has been leading writing workshops for
the past 20 years. She is the author of three books of poetry and
two memoirs. Her work has been featured on NPR, in dozens of literary
magazines and Genie is a regular contributor to “The Sun”
magazine. |
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| Adventures
& Activities: |
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natural beauty, architecture, artifacts and artwork at Balenbouche
provide a truly inspirational environment. Take advantage of this
retreat week to spend time with yourself. Bring a paintbrush, journal
or sketch pad and find yourself - surrounded by ancient trees, exotic
gardens, fascinating ruins and secluded beaches. |
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| For
those looking to explore, there is much to see and do in St. Lucia.
The island offers something for everyone including scuba diving,
snorkeling, wind surfing, mountain biking, hiking, beaching, kayaking,
horseback riding, bird watching, history and culture tours, arts
and crafts exhibits, as well as massages and spa treatments. Our
retreat coordinator will be available to make recommendations and
arrangements. |
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| Price:
$1245/person
shared occ., $1545/person single occ. |
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| Includes
airport transfers
from the international airport (code UVF*) on the retreat start and
end dates, 7 nights’ accommodations,
meals, yoga & writing |
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*Note:
There are two airports on the island. Transfers from the smaller airport in the north, code SLU, are not included. You can expect to pay about $90 for the 1 ½ hour taxi ride to Balenbouche.
Alcoholic beverages, discretionary tips and an island departure
tax of about $25 not included |
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Rooms
may be available for those interested in early arrival.
Call Trish at 212.731.2478 for details.
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| Registration
Instructions: |
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contact Genie Zeiger by email
geniez@crocker.com
or by phone 413.625.6113
to discuss the goals and vision of the writing portion of this retreat.
For questions about yoga at the retreat, please contact Jean Erlbaum
by email je88@comcast.net
or phone 413-773-9744. |
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| Once
your attendance has been confirmed click the buttons below to submit
a registration form and $500 deposit to reserve your place. Full
payment is due 45 days prior to departure. |
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| Visit
our Travel Tips
page to see our packing list, other recommendations about preparing
for your trip and answers to frequently asked questions. |
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