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A Caribbean Wellness
Retreat
with Kundalini Yoga & Meditation
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| Island:
St.
Lucia |
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| Date:
January 3 - 10, 2010 |
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| Accommodations:
Balenbouche
Estate |
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| Overview:
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Start your New Year off right! This
retreat offers a balanced and wholesome experience centered around
personal well-being and physical wellness.
The owners of Balenbouche,
Uta Lawaetz and her daughters, Anitanja and Verena, are eager to share with you their
home and the many inspirational and invigorating aspects of life and work on the estate; a family home, organic farm, guesthouse and historic site.
Patricia Perkins, the founder of Tropical Escapes and friend of the family has put together an itinerary that ensures we'll experience the mountians, the sea, the community and the culture. Jason Perkins, Tricia's brother, will offer daily yoga sessions taylored to the needs of the group and will include morning sahdna, asanas practice and Kundalini yoga from the teaching of Yogi
Bhajan.
Retreat participants will have the opportunity to visit
some of the island's many attractions, enjoy daily yoga & meditation, delsious meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients, healthy
exercise and natural body treatments, as well as participate in
various workshops tailored to your specific interests. An optional cleanse and juice fast is available. |
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Itinerary:
4:30-6:30am Morning Sadhana available
7:00-7:30am Tropical fruit and tea
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:30-9:00am Invigerating Yoga Practice
9:00-10:00am Morning Walk and/or Swim
10:30-11:30am Brunch
11:30am-5:00pm Afternoon Activities
5:00-6:00pm Meditation
6:30-7:30pm Dinner
7:30-9:00pm Evening Activities
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| Yoga: |
Jason Perkins teaches Kundalini yoga from the 3HO tradition. He is a passionate teacher and dedicated to his own personal practice. Jason will be coming to St. Lucia directly from an extended trip where he will be studying Kundalini Yoga in India and participating in the 3HO Level Two Teacher Training in Thailand. Jason's classes will offer a balance of physical practice, breathing (pranayama), relaxation, chanting and meditation.
Patricia
Perkins, Tropical Escapes founder and director, began practicing
yoga 15 years ago. With a background in Kundalini, Bikram, Ashtanga,
Vinyasa and Iyengar, her classes will be tailored to fit the group's
needs and desires and typically begin with
Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) - a series of 12 postures performed
in a single, graceful flow that builds strength and increases
flexibility while generating heat in the body and preparing us for
deeping stretching and strengthening.
Patricia and Jason are brother and sister. Jason Perkins. They began practicing together as teanagers and are thrilled to be continuing the path as teachers along side one another. |
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| 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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| Scheduled
afternoon activities will include sightseeing trips, hiking, bird
watching, snorkeling, a massages, a body treatment, workshops on
natural jewelry making, tropical flower arrangements, landscaping,
food and nutrition and organic farming. Optional evening activities
such as inspirational films, readings and discussions provide further
food for thought in a fun and relaxed social setting. |
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| The
proposed activities will be finalized once retreat participants provide us with
their personal interests and suggestions. |
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| Price:
$1295/person
shared occ., $1595/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, and the activities
listed above. |
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*Note:
There are two airports on the island, UVF in the south and SLU in the north. Transfers from the smaller airport in the north, SLU, are not included. You can expect
to pay about $90 for the 1 ½ hour taxi ride to Balenbouche.
Airfare, alcoholic beverages, discretionary tips and additional activities not included |
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Rooms
may be available for those interested in early arrival or late
departure. Call Trish at 212.731.2478 for details.
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| Registration
Instructions: |
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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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