Coming Soon
CELEBRATING THE DANCE OF THE OPPOSITES
A YOGA RETREAT WITH ILANA SMITH
FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 6, 2010

Respected instructor Ilana Smith returns to Yatra Yoga Internationa to lead her popular retreat, this time on the beautiful shores of the Osa Peninsula. Ilana offers instruction in energizing vinyasa, encouraging students to access movement and breath as they arise from deep within the body. Through this approach to yoga you are invited to cultivate, experience and connect more deeply with your essential nature; that nature which contains the elements of fire, water, earth, and air. Ilana's classes explore and study asana, pranayama, chanting, and yogic philosophy, with two yoga sessions daily: morning, and late afternoon. Students at all levels of practice with one year's class experience are welcome.  Retreat includes seven nights accommodations, three healthful meals per day, and classes.

Payment is due in full by December 28, 2009.  To reserve your space visit www.yatra-yoga.com or call 888-359-5020.

Coming Soon
YOGA RETREAT COSTA RICA
March 14th – March 20th, 2010

You are invited to participate in the 3rd annual Costa Rican Yoga Retreat on the beautiful and remote Osa Peninsula.

This year the retreat will be held at the Black Turtle Lodge with Nico and
Maureen as our hosts.

The Black Turtle Lodge is situated on the Gulfo Dulce, which is one of only four tropical fiords in the world. It is home to pods of wild dolphins, the nesting place of sea turtles and the winter waters for the whales. From the lodge, it is possible to see a vast variety of birds including the scarlet macaws, lots of the wildlife highlighted by a resident family of howler monkeys and an assortment of other mammals and amphibians.

The beach is only footsteps away. The waves are usually gentle and inviting. It appeals to nature lovers for it's immense beauty and peacefulness.

Your stay will be in one of the tree house cabinas which are situated 15 feet in the air amongst the tree canopies. Each have a private veranda surrounded by a tropical garden with private outdoor bathroom and shower. The rooms are clean and comfortable and take in breathtaking views of the surrounding jungle. You will be swayed to sleep by the tropical ocean breezes.

For more information visit www.blackturtlelodge.com

Cost:

The cost of the retreat is $1295(USD) per person for 6 nights, including 3 meals a day, with shared accomodation and two Yoga classes a day.

Included in the retreat price is a spectacular return flight over the majestic mountains and along the pristine coast line of Coast Rica from San Jose airport to Puerto Jimenez, plus transfers from Puerto Jimenez to the Black Turtle Lodge. A meeting place will be arranged at the airport on March 14th for all the participants.

*All persons are responsible for their own flights to and from Costa Rica.

*A non-refundable deposit is required by December 15th, 2009.

YOGA:

PARTICIPANTS ARE INVITED TO PRACTIVE AT THEIR OWN LEVEL OF SKILL.

Teachers: Patricia Dewar (Ph.D) and Sally Power

Yoga teacher, Patricia Dewar, is a graduate of the Advanced Studies Program at the Yoga Room in Berkeley, California, and has more than 20 years of practicing and teaching yoga. Her style of teaching is individualized and Iyengar based. The focus is upon breath and mindful movement. Her ability to see and understand bodies enables participants to discover their own trouble spots as well as guide them with helpful cues towards an integrated experience of each pose. Her diverse approach also includes a gentle movement flow blended with the contemplative aspects of Yin Yoga. The aim of each class is to evoke an inner joy so that each of us may live as fully as possible, each moment heart-felt.

Her Yoga Certifications include:

• Graduate of Yoga Room's Advanced Studies Program with Donald Moyer and Mary Lou Weprin (Berkeley, California)
• E-RYT-500( Experienced Yoga Teacher with the International Yoga Alliance-500 hours)
• Relax and Renew Trainer (Judith Lasater, USA)
• Critical Alignment Yoga Therapy (Gert van Leeuwen, Holland)
• Patricia is also deeply appreciative of a number of other teachers; Father Joe Pereira (India), Gay White (California), Lynne Minton (Alaska) who have contributed to her learning as well as constantly being inspired by students of all levels.

Co-teacher: Special Guest Sally Power, Patricia's sister, is also willing to participate and share with us her knowledge of the human body. Sally is a registered massage therapist with over 15 years experience. Moreover, she holds certification in many diverse areas of body knowledge ( i.e. Craniosacral Therapy, Body Talk, Quantum Touch, Osteopathy, etc.). From her own experience, which entails an understanding of the Chinese Meridian Theory, that she wishes to share with us. 

The sisters share a common theme of how an educated body promotes optimal health. They both have an appreciation of alignment, physiology, and the intent of awakening the inner self. Their shared dream is to make yoga accessible to all.

The Daily Schedule will be as follows:

Morning Yoga	7-9 am
Breakfast	9-10 am
Lunch	1-2 pm
Afternoon Yoga	4-6 pm
Dinner	7 pm

Yoga at the Black Turtle Lodge

Our private lodge, situated on the beach at the edge of the rainforest, complete with yoga studio, beach platform and accommodations is the perfect location for your next group retreat.

Our lodge hosts 8-20 guests guaranteeing your group's privacy. Three meals daily are included in all lodging. We can assist with your local flight arrangements and tour bookings. We have adventures available for guests of all ages and abilities.

Teachers or Studios

If you would like to host a retreat at the Black Turtle Lodge - email us for more information.