Yoga Retreat
January 19-26, 2008
The program will include:
- 3 hours daily of yoga related activities with in-depth exploration of pranayama and asanas,
- Advanced postures and easier variations,
- Energetic benefits of the yoga practice,
- Sunrise yoga in the mountains
- Evening bonfire with chanting
Cost for the week long retreat will be $1,250*, per person double occupancy. The price includes accommodations, all meals, all yoga programs, hikes, 2 massages or facials, 1 mudwrap and a shopping trip into town! Doesn’t include 15% tax and gratuities.
(* Price based on 2007 rates at Rio Caliente. Price may be slightly higher based on 2008 rates to be announced.)
Schedule
Saturday January 19th
Arrive and check-in at Rio Caliente.
6:00 PM - Dinner
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM - Easy yoga class and orientation.
Sunday Jan. 20th – Thursday Jan. 24th
7:15 AM to 8:15 AM - Morning session (pranayama, stretching, light yoga, meditation, etc.)
8:30 AM - Breakfast
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM - Free time for hikes, massages, spa yoga class, pool activities, etc.
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM - Afternoon session (in-depth yoga practice)
6:45 PM – Dinner
8:00 PM – One evening bonfire with chanting, on other evenings, spa programs are available
Friday January 25th
7:00 AM to 8:15 AM – Hike and “Sunrise mountain yoga”
8:30 AM – Breakfast
9:30 to 4:30 – Group trip into Town (shopping and lunch)
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM – Final afternoon session
Saturday January 26th
Departure day
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Reiki Work Retreat
January 26-31, 2007
The program will include:
- Daily group Reiki practice with discussion and
- in-depth exploration of all aspects Reiki healing,
- One private Reiki session with Zintis,
- Chakra and aura reading and balancing,
- Sunrise meditation in the mountains,
- Evening bonfire with chanting
Reiki Level One training will be offered the first day and Level Two training will also be offered. (There will be an additional cost for the trainings.)
Cost for the 5 day retreat will be $899* per person, double occupancy. The price includes accommodations, all meals, all Reiki programs (excluding trainings), hikes, 2 massages or facials and 1 mudwrap. Doesn’t include 15% sales tax and gratuities.
(* Price based on 2007 rates at Rio Caliente. Price may be slightly higher based on 2008 rates to be announced.)
Saturday, January 26th
Arrive and check-in at Rio Caliente
6:00 PM Dinner
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM - Orientation and first work session.
Sunday Jan. 26th – Wednesday Jan. 30th
7:15 AM to 8:15 AM - Morning Group work session
8:30 AM - Breakfast
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM - Free time for hikes, massages, spa yoga class, pool activities, private Reiki session with Zintis, etc.
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM - Afternoon Group work session
6:45 PM – Dinner
8:00 PM – One evening bonfire with chanting, on other evenings, spa programs are available
Sunday 27th – Reiki Level One training 10:00 – 3:00
Monday 28th – Reiki Level Two training 10:00 – 3:00
Thursday, January 31st - Final work session 7:15 – 8:30 AM
Departure day (Or stay longer and enjoy Rio Caliente!)
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... I met Zintis by chance while vacationing with my sister at the mineral spa, Rio Caliente, near Guadalajara, Mexico. I have been practicing yoga for several years, and was looking forward to continuing while on vacation. Zintis' class was full every day, with students of all ages, and all abilities. He took the time to explain, and sometimes cajole, the students new to yoga through their practice. At the same time, he offered modifications so that those who had an established practice could find and work in a challenging place. Zintis' voice is soft, sure and very calming; his chanting is musical, and his instructions are well timed, simple, and easy to understand -- together creating a class which is peaceful, relaxed, and enjoyable.
Rio Caliente is the perfect place to begin or deepen your yoga practice. Last year was my first visit, and I made many, many friends. Early in my stay, I was amazed at how many people have returned to this spa year after year, but by the time I had to leave -- I understood. You will meet the friendliest people from all walks of life and income levels, and for your stay you will share your life with them. The amenities are rustic (perfect for finding peace and relaxation) , the cuisine excellent (I am a certified carnivore, and I loved the vegetarian cuisine -- although I will admit to slightly cheating during our shopping excursion in town), the landscape beautiful, the mineral pools heaven.........and I can't even begin to describe my love for the natural, underground wet sauna (with a river running through it!), build into a hillside near the pool. I look forward to my vacation this year with Zintis at Rio Caliente. We've talked about doing yoga on the mountaintop, or maybe in the steam at the source of the hot river, Rio Caliente. I forgot to ask him about under the starlight, or around a campfire at the patio. I'm hoping to visit for both of the weeks he is offering. If you would like to contact me directly, I'd love to tell you about my first trip. I hope to meet you in Mexico this winter!!!!
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