Zen Yoga
Winter Retreat
December 4-6, 2009
SPACE IS LIMITED - Email us for questions or registration form
This special Retreat precedes the holiday season, enabling you the opportunity to reconnect with yourself, tap into your inner strength and revitalize your energy flow before the hustle and bustle of the holidays fully takes over. Experience a sense of serenity pervade your being as you explore various methods of relaxation in a nurturing environment nestled in the beautiful mountains of Vermont.
Join Aaron and Elfeya for a weekend of delicious home cooked meals, yoga, tai chi, qigong, deep relaxation and much more.
Prepare to feel wonderful!
The Retreat begins Friday evening December 4th (flexible check-in time)
There are no strict schedules, enjoy the comfort of log fires in a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of time for solitude and taking in the magical surrounds.
Activities at the retreat will include:
Deep Journey - Zen Yoga: Tuning into the rhythms of the body and stretching deeper and more fully. Opening the hips, shoulders and back.
Moving Meditation - Tai Chi: Introduction to the basics of Tai Chi movement. Flowing energy movement and mindful awareness.
Dynamic Energy - Zen Crane Qigong: Introduction to the basic Zen Crane breathing & moving forms. Raising energy levels in the body and circulation.
Deep Relaxation - Meditation: Exploration of various methods of meditation to release stress and gain maximum relaxation.
Guided Meditation - Animal Spirit Healing:: Introduction to Animal Spirit guides. Exploration of the interconnected relationship animals play in our lives.
Traditional Fire Ceremony: To help release those aspects of the self that no long serve us
And Much More!!!
To pre-book a Zen Shiatsu deep relaxation massage or Aromatherapy & Flower Essence vibrational healing treatment please email.
Accommodation:
Private guest rooms
Meals: home cooked, locally grown, organic and vegetarian
Training Locations: Zen Room, Mystic Glade, Dragon Ledge
Nearest Airport: Burlington, VT (transfers to and from the airport add $50)
COST: $350.00
All Levels - Beginners Welcome! SPACE IS LIMITED
Questions - Registration email
DIRECTIONS:
From I-91 North in Vermont – Take Exit 14 (Thetford/Chelsea) turn left onto Rte. 113. Travel approx. 14 miles to Vershire Village. Turn right on North Road (dirt road) just before the church on the hill. Travel approximately 1.5 miles up the hill to the white house on the right.
From I-89 South in Vermont - Take exit 7 (Barre/Berlin) go to Barre and turn right on Rte. 302 to E. Barre. Turn right onto Rte. 110 toward Chelsea. Take left onto Rte. 113 in Chelsea to Vershire. Travel approximately 8 miles and turn left on North Road (dirt road) just before the church on the hill. Travel approximately 1.5 miles up the hill to the white house on the right.
Driving time from Hartford, CT – approx. 3hrs.
Driving time from North Hampton, MA – approx. 2 hrs.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please be aware that it is Vermont. Weather in December can be very chilly and we
will be spending some time outside. Plan to dress accordingly.
-warm loose-fitting clothing/ layers
-overcoat
-sweatshirt
-gloves
-hiking boots
-pillow
-toiletries
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