Yoga Retreat
Posted 3/17/2009
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Many women find that yoga is especially therapeutic after breast cancer. What could be more healing that yoga in a beautiful resort area? I am attaching information about a planned Yoga Retreat in Tulum, Mexico (south of Cancun). Fanny Barry is a fabulous woman and a breast cancer survivor who totally changed her life after her illness. Instead of working as an engineer, she moved to Mexico and created a haven for herself and for other women recovering from breast cancer.
Imagine regrouping and renewing your spirit in a tropical paradise after your cancer treatment.
Consider Tulum, Mexico: Gentle sea breezes, warm tropical water, mystic healing energy.
Give yourself the time and the environment to regain your creative spirit and physical well being.
We will help you move beyond recuperation and thrive not just survive on the pristine beaches by the tropical waters of the Caribbean in Tulum, Mexico.
Who: 8 breast cancer survivors of 4 months to 5 years post treatment working with Fanny Barry from That Barry Girl Foundation and Christina Thomas from Yoga Adventures Tulum.
What: Individualized yoga, massage and other revitalizing treatments and activities tailored to your needs.
Why: Re-establish your energy level and regroup from your cancer treatment in an environment that moves to your beat, not someone else's; an environment that is superbly suited to healing when you need it most: after your cancer treatment as you recuperate.
When: May 16 to 23, 2009.
Where: In the tropical paradise of Tulum, Mexico. An upscale beachfront hotel will offer a relaxing and rejuvenating haven for your week. Hotel selection will vary based on availability and clientele. For samples of the hotels we book (based on attendance) please see www.shambalapetithotel.com www.ochotulum.com and www.azulik.com
Give yourself this revitalizing experience!
SAMPLE ITINERARY - subject to modification depending on group needs
Each day of your retreat will start with yoga tailored to your needs, a healthy breakfast, ample time for relaxation and individualized body work.
Day 1 - We will meet your flight at Cancun airport and escort you to your hotel where you can immerse yourself in the turquoise waters of the Caribbean upon arrival. After reflective relaxation, allow us to host dinner by the beach and review the activities for the next seven days.
Day 2 - After yoga and breakfast, we will host a Mayan Mud Massage session under the shade of the palms. Allow your bodies to be pampered into healing as we teach you how to apply Mayan Mud and allow you to experience this gift of the Mayan Riviera. After a light lunch, Fanny will conduct a journaling as art workshop and then encourage participants to relax or write or draw on the beach. For dinner, we will organize a visit to Tulum pueblo for a taste of Mexico.
Day 3 - After yoga and breakfast we will continue a relaxing day at the beach interspersed with individualized therapeutic massage treatments for those interested. Lunch will be served informally by the beach. Dinner will be hosted at the hotel as we conduct a Mexican Cooking class. Learn the art of mole and flan or basic fajitas and guacamole followed by a gentle moon ceremony on the beach to allow our intentions to be released into the universe.
Day 4 - As always, the day will start with yoga and a healthy breakfast followed by a trip to a local cenote, the healing waters sacred to the Mayan culture and considered the true fountain of youth. Dinner will be hosted at a local restaurant. In the evening we will experience the healing power of music, dance and laughter as we take salsa lessons and dance under the stars.
Day 5 the day will start with yoga and a healthy breakfast. We will have a meditation session and pranayama breathing in the afternoon. Dinner with follow at the hotel and leave some personal time for reflection and intent.
Day 6 the day will start with yoga and a healthy breakfast. Time for relaxation on the beach and a sunset tour of the lagoon in the world renowned Sian Ka'an Biosphere with dinner following at Cesiak in the biosphere.
Day 7 will allow for sunrise swim followed by yoga and breakfast with final wrap up before transfer to the Cancun airport.
Price $1850 US double occupancy - not including airfare
YOUR HOSTS
Fanny Barry, cancer survivor, founder of That Barry Girl Foundation, lifetime athlete, writer and artist and yoga teacher has been resident of Tulum, Mexico for 3 years. She is committed to helping others move along their path through yoga practice, meditation and movement, both physical and spiritual. For more information on Fanny and her foundation for women with breast cancer, visit www.thatbarrygirl.org.
Christina Thomas, founder of Yoga Adventures Tulum, was drawn to the natural beauty, amazing energy, and the wonderful culture that surrounds this special town called Tulum. Her love of travel, adventure, and yoga lead her to create this unique experience to share with those who feel the same. She plans amazing monthly adventures that show you the hidden treasures of Tulum and the best ways to enjoy all this paradise has to offer. Relax, leave your routine and worries behind and join us for a week of yoga, meditation, and fun in the beautiful Riveria Maya.
www.yogaadventurestulum.com
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