"Recipe for perfection: Yoga taught by an experienced caring teacher in a serene setting in the Mexican countryside. This is what you get when you combine Zintis' yoga classes with Rio Caliente, spa and retreat resort outside of Guadalajara." E.H. Singer, NY


Yoga Retreat
January 15 - 22, 2011

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 $1,300, per person double occupancy ($1,500 single). The price includes accommodations, all meals, all yoga programs, one private yoga class, hikes, 2 massages or facials, 1 mudwrap and a shopping trip into town! Price doesn’t include 15% tax and gratuities on the room and board portion of the program.

Deduct $150 for friends or relatives accompanying you but not participating in the yoga program.

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Schedule

Saturday January 15

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. 16th – Thursday Jan. 20th

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 21st

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 22nd
Departure day

 

 

 

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To reserve your space, please call Zintis at 845-887-6891 or email zintis@catskillspirit.com
     

 

... 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!!!!

 

Jennifer, Clinton Twp., MI