Clearing the Mind, Nourishing the Spirit an Iyengar Yoga Retreat in Thailand April 6-12, 2013 With Linda Shevloff at Absolute Sanctuary, Koh Samui!1
The Retreat Rejuvenate body and mind on a yoga retreat in Thailand this April. In the tranquil atmosphere of Absolute Yoga Sanctuary, Koh Samui, participants will have time for quiet reflection and contemplation as well as all-level, Iyengar Yoga classes in asana and pranayama (postures and breathing methods). There will be daily reflections on points of yoga philosophy and time to consider how these timeless ideas still apply to us today. About Iyengar Yoga Iyengar Yoga is named after the teaching method of Sri BKS Iyengar, a living Indian yoga master well known for his attention to precision and alignment of the body in performing both yoga poses and in the practice of pranayama. BK.S. Iyengar is now 93 years old. He continues to teach and practice at his Yoga Institute in Pune, India The Instructor: Linda Shevloff Linda Shevloff is a long time yoga practitioner and a senior certified Iyengar Yoga teacher. She has taught for many years in both Canada and Hong Kong. In Hong Kong she founded and ran the Iyengar Yoga Centre of Hong Kong. She travels to India regularly to study with her teacher, Guruji B.K. S. Iyengar. Linda now divides her time between Vancouver, Canada and Koh Samui, Thailand.!2
The Venue: Absolute Sanctuary, Koh Samui, Thailand Absolute Sanctuary is a beautiful Moroccan inspired boutique wellness resort specializing in detox, spa & yoga holiday programs. The resort features 3 fully equipped yoga studios, spa cuisine meals, infinity edge swimming pool, detox & spa center and single or double room accommodations. Each retreat includes a six night stay, 3 meals per day (except for check in & check out days), roundtrip airport transfers. Equipment for asana class is provided. Participants are entitled to a 30 min complimentary foot massage and can choose to book extra massage/body treatments at the on site spa. Absolute Sanctuary is on a secluded hillside not far from a number of lovely beaches and small Thai beach towns. Each day there will be free time to do some sight seeing and beach combing as desired. Those who plan to extend their stay on Samui for vacation will find it is an affordable island destination with a wide range of facilities. The Thai people are very friendly and welcoming.!3
The Daily Schedule April 6 Arrival, Airport Pick Up (if required), Registration, Accommodation available after 3:00pm 7:00 pm Dinner and Orientation April 7-11 7:00-8:30am. Pranayama 8:30-10:00am Breakfast and Free Time 10:00am -1:00pm. Yoga Asana Workshop 1:00-4:00 Lunch and Free Time 4:00-5:00 Discussion/Reflection 5:00-7:00 Yoga Asana Workshop 7:00pm Dinner and Free Time April 12 Breakfast and Morning Departure The price of each retreat includes: 38 hours of teaching The Cost 6 nights twin accommodation at Absolute Sanctuary Airport pick up Dinner on the arrival day 3 Meals per day for 5 days of workshops Breakfast on the day of departure 1 free Thai foot massage 20% discount on spa treatments at Absolute Sanctuary Total price for each retreat is US$1200. To Register Send Your Name, Address, E mail address, and a brief description of your yoga experience to workshop@lindashevloff.com!4
Payment should be made by International Bank Transfer. For international TT transfers, please state beneficiary bank name and address as HSBC Hong Kong, 1 Queen's Road Central, Hong Kong SWIFT code is HSBCHKHHHKH Optional bank code is 004 Account number is 511-627531-833 (USD Savings) Beneficiary Linda D Shevloff Please ensure that you cover all bank transfer charges. Send a copy of the transfer details by e mail to workshop@lindashevloff.com A deposit of $200 will reserve your place. Full payment is due by January 30, 2013. Early registrants who make full payment by November 1 will receive a 10% discount on the overall fee. Refunds will be subject to a $50 administration fee. No refunds after January 30. Your Registration will be complete when registration deposit fee has been received. Confirmation will be sent by e mail.!5
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