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| Costa Rica Yoga and Surf Retreat
March 26-April 2nd |
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Are you ready to welcome spring with a
healthy, life altering vacation? There are still a few
spaces available. Join Lauren Hanna, Twee Merrigan &
Will Duprey for seven amazing days, in the beautiful
beachfront resort at Black Turtle Lodge on the exquisite Osa
Peninsula. This area is home to an astounding array of
wildlife, plants and geography, many of which exist nowhere
else on the planet.
This adventure is open to
all Yogis’ and surfers from new beginners to advanced
So, what are you waiting for? Come alone and meet
new friends or come with your yoga-buddy. Either way, you
will leave this inspirational week with a smile that starts
in your heart and blossoms into every cell in your body!
This smashingly affordable Yoga Adventure includes:
* 2 melting yoga practices a day (Level: experienced
beginner +)
* Daily guided vizualization/meditation
* Tropical bungalow accomodations (2-3 yogis/bungalow)
* 3 Meals a day
* Two group excursions
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Optional Surf Safari includes 1 surf lesson per day, plus 3
days of surfing, including board rental, learn to surf and
ride the waves in this amazing surf location with warm water
and the perfect rolling waves.
**Please mention our
Spring Retreats Newsletter when registering.
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Italy Yoga Retreats with
Ateeka |
You have two options for Yoga Retreats
in Italy this spring...YOGA ITALIA: May 14 - 20, 2005
Locanda Del Gallo, Umbria, Italia
Join Ateeka on
this exclusive Yoga holiday in the unspoiled Umbria
countryside. Our home for the week, Locanda del Gallo, is a
restored 17th century country home once occupied by the
Marchesi Capranica del Grillo. Surrounded by pine forests
and vines, this comfortable, authentic "locanda" is the
perfect place to recharge and restore the body, mind and
spirit. Ateeka will lead two daily Yoga and meditation
practices. Hike, bike or visit charming historic towns like
Assisi and Gubbio during the day. Enjoy healthy, mostly
organic Italian cuisine rich in genuine flavors: cold
pressed olive oil, aromatic herbs, vegetables grown on site,
baked breads and sweets. Yoga in Italy, what could be
better? Perhaps...
HEALING through YOGA &
CRYSTAL SOUND
FULL MOON RETREAT: May 20 - 25, 2005
Catania, Sicily, Italia
Join Ateeka and Awahoshi
for a long weekend of deep healing yoga and rejuvenating
practices on the Sicilian seaside. Nestled in a secluded bay
facing Mt. Etna, MIAMO is a center devoted to awakening the
vibrant life force energy in each being through living
foods, nature, movement, crystal sound healing and
innovative body therapies. You will receive personalized
care from Ateeka, Awahoshi, Myra and her loving,
knowledgeable staff.
Register for both of these
Retreats and save $200usd!! Transfers between locations will
be provided.
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| Vegan Gluten Free Banana Chocolate
Chip Cookies |
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These Tasty Treats are guilt
free....and full of protein, so enjoy!!
Vegan Gluten
Free Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
Wet ingredients
2 ripe organic bananas
1/2 cup nut butter (almond,
pumpkin, tahini or organic Peanut butter)
1/8 cup flax
seeds blended w/ 1/2 cup water to form a liquid…this is fax
eggs (2 eggs can be substituted)
1 tsp vanilla
2-3
Tbsp maple syrup (the real deal)
Dry ingredients
1 1/2 cups brown rice flour
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 cup spelt flakes (kamut may be
substituted, or oat if you have no gluten sensitivities)
1/2 cup coconut
1 cup pure chocolate chips (Tropical
Source make great vegan chips)
1/2 cup nuts (optional)
1/4 cup raisins or craisins (optional)
1) Blend wet
ingredients in food processor or blender
2) Sift flour,
baking soda and sea salt
3) Add the remaining dry
ingredients
4) Combine with wet ingredients to form wet
dough. If this dough seems dry, add some soy, rice or almond
milk.
5) Place by tablespoon onto parchment lined cookie
sheet and bake at 350 for 15-20 mins. Until golden brown
6) Cool and serve with a big glass of Vanilla soy or
rice milk…yumyum!!!
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Surf and Yoga Camps with Surf Sister
and Billabong |
Our Tofino Summer Surf Camps are
filling fast. Register soon to avoid dissapointment. These
affordable weekends include:
* 2 nights camping at Bella
Pacifica Campground
* Nourishing gourmet Breakfasts and
Dinners
* 2 Yoga classes
* 2 day Surf Clinic with
Surf Sister
Come and play in the great outdoors of the
West Coast with Organic Meals, Camping under the stars,
Campfires, Surf Lessons and Yoga.
Dates: June
25-26th, July 9-10th, July 23-24th,
Aug 13-14th, Aug
27-28th, Sept 10-11th
Sample Menu and Itinerary
Friday
* 4-6pm check in and set up camp
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7pm Dinner and campfire **Yam Millet Patties with Almond
Pesto and Organic Greens w/ Maple Balsamic vinegarette**
Saturday
* 8-9:30am Yoga class at the Community
Hall (5 minute drive)
* 9:30-10:30am Breakfast
**Homemade Museli, Fruit Salad and Yogurt**
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1:30-4:30pm Surf Clinic w/ Surf Sister
* 6pm Dinner and
campfire **Nut Loaf w/ Tahini Ginger Sauce and Organic
Braised Greens**
Sunday
* 8-9:30 am Yoga class
at the Community Hall
* 9:30-10:30am Breakfast **Rice
Pudding with Fruit Compote and Yogurt
* 1:30-4:30pm Surf
Clinic w/ Surf Sister
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| Maui Yoga and Surf
Experiences |
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Join SwellWomen for an Experience of a
Lifetime on the Magical Island of Maui
The
Experience
SwellWomen is a six-night/seven-day “Surf and
Yoga Experience” on the beautiful island of Maui for women
ages 18 and older with quality staff, healthy and delicious
food, surf/yoga instruction, Maui tour excursions, wellness
programs, a complementary massage and much, much more. Also
available...Swellmates, for couples who follow their
Bliss!!!
I had the pleasure of cooking/massaging on Maui
in November with Swellwomen. It was 'over the top' fun, and
I highly recommend this vacation to anyone looking to; learn
to surf, eat great food, meet new friends and stretch your
body and mind on the astounding island of Maui.
Explore
the link below for 2005 Dates
**Mention this newsletter
and save $300 usd on any April packages if you register
before March 25th!!
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Yoga Ecology Surf Retreat with Eoin
Finn in Baja, Mexico July 1-8th, 2005 |
Join Eoin Finn for "Y.E.S." a Yoga
Ecology Surf Retreat on the East coast of the Baja
Peninsula. Immerse yourself in a holistic experience on the
Sea of Cortez where we will live as a unified community for
a week of nourishment and movement. Challenge yourself with
Eoin’s dynamic afternoon practices. Say a prayer to Mother
Ocean, Allow yourself to be still and listen to your inner
child.
This package includes:
*Vibrant organic Feasts
*6 nights Beachside
Accommodation at Casa Sueno in San Jose del Cabo, Baja
*Daily yoga with Eoin Finn in a beautiful beachside
palapa, only seconds from great surf!
*Blissology
Nights: Informal and interactive conversations about living
blissfully
*Optional Surf lessons and board rentals
available
Sample Menu and Itinerary
8:00 am
Breakfast Banana/Date/Almond Shake served with Museli,
Exotic Fruit Salad and Yogurt
9:00 am Meditation and pre
surf yoga
10:00-Noon Surf Lessons
Afternoons free to
explore, book massages and sample local cuisine
3:00-6:00 pm Yoga for happiness with Eoin Finn
6:30
pm Dinner Enchiladas con Calabacitas, Tropical Guacamole,
Baja Baked Beans, Organic Greens and Basil Lime Vinegarette
Dessert Chocolate Tofu Pudding
8:00 pm Blissology
Talk or Transformational Breath Class
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| August 1 - 21, 2005 "Bodhichitta"
Yoga Teacher Training Intensive |
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A YOGA ALLIANCE Registered School
A residential 200 Hour Intensive in Bali, Indonesia
Bodhichitta is the "Awakened Heart-Mind". . . the
communion of our conscious mind with the ever-expanding
heart of compassion. May we learn together to open to this
grace and share it with others through the path of Yoga.
This experiential training course is an opportunity
for yoga practitioners to absorb in depth skills to teach
Yoga as well as a vehicle for self-awareness, expansion and
total wellness within. Based on the ancient teachings of
Yoga, yet combined with the wisdom needed to thrive in a
modern world, students will be able to take such wisdom into
a variety of settings. Students will learn from a variety of
teachers - each experienced in their own chosen style. Unity
and acceptance of many paths to One Divine Source is
emphasized.
Teacher Training Topics will include: Yoga
Asana & Pranayama - Teaching Methodology - Sequencing -
Yoga Philosophy - The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali - The Eight
LImbs of Raja Yoga - Meditation Practice and Teaching -
Yogic Anatomy and Physiology - The Energy Body and Chakra
Awareness - Introduction to Sanskrit Terminology - Kirtan
and Bhakti Practices - Mantra - Mudra - Basic Ayurvedic
Concept - Use of Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils in the
Yoga Practice - Yogic Nutrition
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YOGA HOLIDAY in BALI: September 6 -
16, 2005 |
A pristine, exotic Indonesian paradise
awaits you for restoration and exploration in Yoga and
Balinese culture. This residential retreat offers two daily
Vinyasa Yoga and Meditation practices led by Ateeka, in an
exquisite garden setting. The centrally located Ubud is the
artistic center of Bali. Traditional craftsmen offer high
quality goods as well as teach their crafts in this area.
You will be centrally located and within short walking
distance of many great restaurants, cafes, shopping, temples
and the legendary Monkey Forest - Jai Hanuman! Only minutes
away you can walk through peaceful ricefields and lotus
gardens.
Package includes:
* Daily morning and
afternoon Yoga and meditation practices led by Ateeka
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Beautiful clean Balinese style bungalows, each with private
bath - daily housekeeping service
* Daily full breakfast
* Luxurious arrival day spa treatments
* Cultural
activities such as Legong Dance performance
* Day Trip
to Sacred Hot Springs
* Transfers to and from Denpasar
Airport
* Traditional Balinese feast at a local family's
home
* Knowledgeable Balinese/Indonesian speaking
translator and guide
* Free time to enjoy the peaceful
nature of Ubud and surrounding areas
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| YOGA BLISS - SURF GODDESS RETREAT:
September 17- 24, 2005 |
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Dive into a soul surfing adventure in
exotic Bali. This holistic holiday is idea for beginning to
intermediate surfers wishing to deepen their connection with
the rhythms of nature - both through in the ocean and
internally. Ateeka is honored to be the guest yoga and
meditation instructor - as well as present well being
activities throughout the week.
"Yoga Bliss" - Surf
Goddess Retreat (8 day / 7 Night) includes:
* Ground
transportation, including airport/hotel pick up and drop off
* Ocean front 3-star resort accommodation
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Bountiful buffet breakfasts
* Scrumptious surf-side
lunches
* Daily yoga session with Ateeka
* Daily
professional 1/2 day surf lessons or guiding to Bali's best
surf spots
* Quality surf equipment including soft
starters boards, rash shirts
* Surf Goddess welcome
pack, t-shirt and surfing certificate
* One hour
Balinese massage
* Decadent welcome dinner
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Fantastic farewell feast
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Contact Info: |
At Milagro Retreats we strongly beleive in sharing
within our community. If you have any health and wellness
related events or announcements you would like to inform
others about, please email us, and we will do our best to
include it in our next Newsletter.
Many Blessings,
Shani Cranston
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