January 9, 2011. I have often been asked "who was my first yoga teacher". Well that's easy, it was my Father. And as he really was a professor that makes sense and doesn't. My father was teaching me the Yoga of Life. Yoga of Adventure. Yoga of Experiencing the world!
You see my Father, Enrico, was at heart a pure adventurer and my Mother's parents were serious spiritual seekers. I grew up traveling all over the world with my brother and parents from the time I was an infant. I guess the fact that I love to show other people the beauty of the world through Yoga Retreats and Active Vacations shouldn't surprise anyone since I was born in Ecuador, South America and my Father is from Northern Italy near Modena, and English was my third language. One could say being a citizen of the world is in my blood. And I learned from my Father, this spirit of Don Quixote, Man of La Mancha, to dream the impossible. I saw with my own eyes, touched and tasted new flavors, experienced new landscapes and as a result I learned about myself. Every time I traveled somewhere I came back different, I was changed and knew that anything was possible.
As teacher of yoga and as a guide for international yoga trips: I want to inspire in you what my family inspired in me: To see with the eyes of my heart by transforming the ecology of mind that happens naturally when you change the routine pattern of daily life. And to not apologize for being different and wanting to learn more about how big the universe is. You see, I am not fearless, I haven't climbed Mount Everest or even Mount Rainer or cycled 100 miles in one day (my co-guide Jacob Young has though!) but I am willing to try anything. I practice yoga every day to go on an internal adventure, to meet new people and push the boundaries of learning others ideas. Yoga stokes my Rebel Spirit.
It's funny (not haha, but funny weird) how yoga revealed itself to me. Yoga has been my faithful companion since a car ran me over more than a decade ago. My doctor prescribed yoga as part of my recovery routine, and my body and spirit began to transform. From my first class, I dedicated myself to live more fully. My loving Anusara-inspired Vinyasa Flow teaching style is influenced by more than 10 years of Hatha yoga study and I am gratefully committed to my three primary teachers: Shiva Rea, John Friend, and my students.
My teaching style is upbeat and fun, serious and informative, supportive and authentic. I use my own intuition and demonstrations along with people's questions and past experiences to deepen the learning process. My teaching intention is that while connected to their breath, students might feel each pose with an open heart and a quiet mind. Yoga then becomes a means to explore oneself more deeply in order to better face life’s challenges and open to the endless possibilities that exist for all of us.
Less interesting but somewhat important: While in the corporate world, I worked as the HR Director for both Inc 500 and Fortune 500 companies, specializing in Training & Development. This parlayed well into opening my own Yoga studio in 2002 and teaching full-time. With over 7,500 hours of yoga teaching experience and the founder of a nationally recognized RYT 200 Yoga Certified Teacher Training Program in it's 10th cycle, I bring inspiration, enthusiasm and playfulness through creative, flowing sequencing and a delightful combination of yoga philosophy and healthy physical alignment all supported by inspiring music. My life has a soundtrack, my yoga does too.
Just like music nurtures my spirit I want to support you to be more curious about your life. One things for sure, going on a trip together will stoke the fire of creativity inside you, you will regain trust like what the Alchemist says "the universe is on your side" and you will learn to embrace uncertainty. You will become part of our tribe of Alchemy Adventure Seekers, or at the very least, you won't be afraid to try new stuff. Love yourself, love your day, love your life! Silvia, Alchemy Tours
Moab Delicate Arch
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Friday, January 7, 2011
SAVE $300 BY APRIL 1 TUSCANY YOGA CYCLING JUNE 19-25, 2011
Tuscany is a life-changing place for many and is the setting for this Yoga, Cycling and Cultural Adventure of a lifetime!
Join Alchemy Tours to Tuscany Italy! Get inspired about your life while exploring the rich Italian culture by biking, hiking and walking tours supported by twice daily yoga. Jointly led by Vinyasa Flow Yoga teacher Silvia Mordini and International Travel Guide Jacob Young, this spiritual and cultural gem is found in the heart of the Tuscan food and wine country, traveling to many famous art cities from there. Stay at a 10th century restored stone home peacefully nestled into the hills and experience a retreat like no other!
Alchemy Tours are specialized small-group adventures designed for no more than 12-14 participants, including your two guides, and venues are selected to result in a very personal and unique experience of the places visited. We chose where we stay based on charm, design and location, so they are never large international style hotels. All food is carefully chosen for the best quality of culinary experience. And our itineraries are planned for the authenticity of the experience offered. Some of the "not-to be missed" well known sites are included, of course, but special lesser known venues are always selected as well.
SPECIAL TUSCAN CULTURAL PROGRAMS DURING OUR 7 DAYS:
Day 1: Arrivals Florence, Deplane Yoga, Afternoon Hike, Welcome dinner
Day 2: Monteriggioni, Siena afternoon
Day 3: Radda in Chianti Wine Tasting and private walking tour, Rapolano Terme Hot Springs Spa afternoon
Day 4: Cycling to Casole d’Elsa morning, Volterra afternoon walking tour and wine tastings
Day 5: Cycling to San Gimignano and lunch, Loop Ride back to Tignano
Day 6: Morning drive to the Mediterranean relax on the beach, afternoon lunch and visit to Petriolo Natural Hot Springs, Tuscan Cooking Class evening dinner party
Day 7: Final Yoga, Breakfast and Departures
RESERVATIONS:
$500 deposit to hold your spot. Book now at www.alchemytours.com
INVESTMENT: SAVE $300!!!
$1,999 early bird by April 1, 2011
$2,300 regular
*Single supplement available.
INCLUDED IN THE TRIP PRICE:
-7 days and 6 nights accommodations
-Breakfast, lunch and dinner
-Airport transfers
-All day trips and walking tours
-Private wine tours and tastings
-Traditional Tuscan cooking class
-Soaking in the healing crystal waters of the Rapolano hot springs
-Visits to the art cities of Italy
-Two Daily Yoga Classes and Evening Group Activities
-Trip to the Mediterranean for an amazing beach day
-A quality bicycle and an experienced cycling guide with knowledge of the greatest rides in the region
-Entrance fees to all group events and activities
-All transportation during the trip
-Comprehensive trip literature
-All gratuities for special events, lodging and restaurants
NOT INCLUDED IN TRIP PRICE:
Airfare to and from the trip and gratuities for your guides.
WHERE WE WILL STAY
We will be guests at a classic Tuscan farmhouse converted into a stylish yoga retreat, Gabriella’s Borgo which is located in Tignano, a recently renovated medieval village, close to Casole d'Elsa and Volterra, in the Tuscan countryside. The wonderful host, Gabriella, will charm and welcome you at arrival as if seeing an old friend again.
The actual Borgo used to be a rural residence dating back to the 16th century. Its original name, Borgo di Tignano, has Roman origins. It is the probable birth-place, in the 4th century, of Saint Attinia, a venerated saint from the Volterra area. Amongst its illustrious guests in the 1800’s, during the time the Borgo was a summer retreat from the ‘Scolopi‘ fathers, was Pope Pius the ninth. This Borgo is overall a place to enjoy with your heart, surrounded by a soft landscape and a peculiar light which brings back forgotten emotions of interior freedom. It's also a place, where one can experience a genuine Tuscany, with its tradition and land culture.
In the local tradition, one says that the Berignone Forest, facing the Borgo, is the one that inspired Dante Alighieri to write about the "Selva Oscura" where his Divine Comedy story starts.
The gardens of the Borgo, with paths lined with aromatic herbs, juniper hedges, myrtle and evergreens, reproduce a Mediterranean environment. The characteristic ‘Osteria’, which used to be the old olive press, is the ideal place for a romantic candlelight dinner overlooking the amazing countryside, or a light lunch on the panoramic terrace.
The swimming pool is available during the warm months (May through September) and it is 16 x 8 meters large. There is a reading room that also has a wireless internet point. There is a golf course within 30 minutes drive from the Borgo.
THE YOGA SPACE
The yoga room is a large room (about 90 square meters) with tile floor and natural light. Students need to bring their own mats and props.
MEALS
Gabriella is not only a great architect, but also an amazing chef and she will delight you with typical vegetarian dishes and you will have a chance to discover the authentic Tuscan cuisine.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodation is in apartments with one, two or three bedrooms; all bedrooms have private bath.
All the apartments are independent, personalized and fully furnished, with ample garden and terrace areas for leisure. The perfume of flowers and plants surround the swimming pool, and a barbeque is at guests’ disposal.
ITINERARY JUNE 19-25, 2011
Day 1 – Sunday
Afternoon:
10:30am Meet in the lobby of the Hotel Palazzo Vecchio (via Cennini 4, 50123, Florence, Italy).
12:30pm Arrive at Gabriella’s Borgo for Lunch & Brief Logistics Talk
2:00pm Deplane Yoga Practice
3:30pm Hike
Evening:
5:30pm Yoga Practice
7:00pm Dinner
Day 2 – Monday
Morning:
8:00am Yoga Practice
9:30am Breakfast
Afternoon:
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Monteriggioni Castle
2:30pm Siena
Evening:
8:00pm Dinner
9:00pm Restorative Yoga Practice
Day 3 – Tuesday
Morning:
8:00am Yoga Practice
9:00am Breakfast
10:00am Depart for Radda in Chianti
11:00am Radda in Chianti walking tour and wine tasting
Afternoon:
12:30pm Picnic Lunch
1:30pm Rapolano Terme Hot Springs Spa
4:30pm Yoga Practice
Evening:
8:00pm Dinner
Day 4 – Wednesday
Morning:
8:00am Yoga Practice
9:00am Breakfast
10:00am Cycling to Casole d’Elsa, Monteriggioni
Afternoon/Evening:
1:30pm Lunch
2:30pm Depart for Volterra
3:00pm Walking Tour of Volterra
6:30pm Aperitivo and Tastings Volterra
8:00pm Dinner
Day 5 – Thursday
Morning:
8:00am Yoga
9:00am Breakfast
10:30am Cycling to San Gimignano
Afternoon:
12:30pm Lunch in San Gimignano
2:00pm Loop Ride back to Tignano
Evening:
5:30pm Yoga Practice
7:00pm Dinner
Day 6 – Friday
Morning:
7:00am Breakfast
7:45am Depart for Beach Day!
Afternoon:
12:30pm Picnic lunch at beach
3:00pm Petriolo Natural Hot Springs
Evening:
6:00pm Yoga Practice
7:30pm Closing Dinner and Tuscan Cooking Class
Day 7 – Saturday
Morning:
8:00am Yoga Practice
9:30am Breakfast
10:30am Departures
11:30am Arrive Florence (First plane departures 1:30pm)
Join Alchemy Tours to Tuscany Italy! Get inspired about your life while exploring the rich Italian culture by biking, hiking and walking tours supported by twice daily yoga. Jointly led by Vinyasa Flow Yoga teacher Silvia Mordini and International Travel Guide Jacob Young, this spiritual and cultural gem is found in the heart of the Tuscan food and wine country, traveling to many famous art cities from there. Stay at a 10th century restored stone home peacefully nestled into the hills and experience a retreat like no other!
Alchemy Tours are specialized small-group adventures designed for no more than 12-14 participants, including your two guides, and venues are selected to result in a very personal and unique experience of the places visited. We chose where we stay based on charm, design and location, so they are never large international style hotels. All food is carefully chosen for the best quality of culinary experience. And our itineraries are planned for the authenticity of the experience offered. Some of the "not-to be missed" well known sites are included, of course, but special lesser known venues are always selected as well.
SPECIAL TUSCAN CULTURAL PROGRAMS DURING OUR 7 DAYS:
Day 1: Arrivals Florence, Deplane Yoga, Afternoon Hike, Welcome dinner
Day 2: Monteriggioni, Siena afternoon
Day 3: Radda in Chianti Wine Tasting and private walking tour, Rapolano Terme Hot Springs Spa afternoon
Day 4: Cycling to Casole d’Elsa morning, Volterra afternoon walking tour and wine tastings
Day 5: Cycling to San Gimignano and lunch, Loop Ride back to Tignano
Day 6: Morning drive to the Mediterranean relax on the beach, afternoon lunch and visit to Petriolo Natural Hot Springs, Tuscan Cooking Class evening dinner party
Day 7: Final Yoga, Breakfast and Departures
RESERVATIONS:
$500 deposit to hold your spot. Book now at www.alchemytours.com
INVESTMENT: SAVE $300!!!
$1,999 early bird by April 1, 2011
$2,300 regular
*Single supplement available.
INCLUDED IN THE TRIP PRICE:
-7 days and 6 nights accommodations
-Breakfast, lunch and dinner
-Airport transfers
-All day trips and walking tours
-Private wine tours and tastings
-Traditional Tuscan cooking class
-Soaking in the healing crystal waters of the Rapolano hot springs
-Visits to the art cities of Italy
-Two Daily Yoga Classes and Evening Group Activities
-Trip to the Mediterranean for an amazing beach day
-A quality bicycle and an experienced cycling guide with knowledge of the greatest rides in the region
-Entrance fees to all group events and activities
-All transportation during the trip
-Comprehensive trip literature
-All gratuities for special events, lodging and restaurants
NOT INCLUDED IN TRIP PRICE:
Airfare to and from the trip and gratuities for your guides.
WHERE WE WILL STAY
We will be guests at a classic Tuscan farmhouse converted into a stylish yoga retreat, Gabriella’s Borgo which is located in Tignano, a recently renovated medieval village, close to Casole d'Elsa and Volterra, in the Tuscan countryside. The wonderful host, Gabriella, will charm and welcome you at arrival as if seeing an old friend again.
The actual Borgo used to be a rural residence dating back to the 16th century. Its original name, Borgo di Tignano, has Roman origins. It is the probable birth-place, in the 4th century, of Saint Attinia, a venerated saint from the Volterra area. Amongst its illustrious guests in the 1800’s, during the time the Borgo was a summer retreat from the ‘Scolopi‘ fathers, was Pope Pius the ninth. This Borgo is overall a place to enjoy with your heart, surrounded by a soft landscape and a peculiar light which brings back forgotten emotions of interior freedom. It's also a place, where one can experience a genuine Tuscany, with its tradition and land culture.
In the local tradition, one says that the Berignone Forest, facing the Borgo, is the one that inspired Dante Alighieri to write about the "Selva Oscura" where his Divine Comedy story starts.
The gardens of the Borgo, with paths lined with aromatic herbs, juniper hedges, myrtle and evergreens, reproduce a Mediterranean environment. The characteristic ‘Osteria’, which used to be the old olive press, is the ideal place for a romantic candlelight dinner overlooking the amazing countryside, or a light lunch on the panoramic terrace.
The swimming pool is available during the warm months (May through September) and it is 16 x 8 meters large. There is a reading room that also has a wireless internet point. There is a golf course within 30 minutes drive from the Borgo.
THE YOGA SPACE
The yoga room is a large room (about 90 square meters) with tile floor and natural light. Students need to bring their own mats and props.
MEALS
Gabriella is not only a great architect, but also an amazing chef and she will delight you with typical vegetarian dishes and you will have a chance to discover the authentic Tuscan cuisine.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodation is in apartments with one, two or three bedrooms; all bedrooms have private bath.
All the apartments are independent, personalized and fully furnished, with ample garden and terrace areas for leisure. The perfume of flowers and plants surround the swimming pool, and a barbeque is at guests’ disposal.
ITINERARY JUNE 19-25, 2011
Day 1 – Sunday
Afternoon:
10:30am Meet in the lobby of the Hotel Palazzo Vecchio (via Cennini 4, 50123, Florence, Italy).
12:30pm Arrive at Gabriella’s Borgo for Lunch & Brief Logistics Talk
2:00pm Deplane Yoga Practice
3:30pm Hike
Evening:
5:30pm Yoga Practice
7:00pm Dinner
Day 2 – Monday
Morning:
8:00am Yoga Practice
9:30am Breakfast
Afternoon:
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Monteriggioni Castle
2:30pm Siena
Evening:
8:00pm Dinner
9:00pm Restorative Yoga Practice
Day 3 – Tuesday
Morning:
8:00am Yoga Practice
9:00am Breakfast
10:00am Depart for Radda in Chianti
11:00am Radda in Chianti walking tour and wine tasting
Afternoon:
12:30pm Picnic Lunch
1:30pm Rapolano Terme Hot Springs Spa
4:30pm Yoga Practice
Evening:
8:00pm Dinner
Day 4 – Wednesday
Morning:
8:00am Yoga Practice
9:00am Breakfast
10:00am Cycling to Casole d’Elsa, Monteriggioni
Afternoon/Evening:
1:30pm Lunch
2:30pm Depart for Volterra
3:00pm Walking Tour of Volterra
6:30pm Aperitivo and Tastings Volterra
8:00pm Dinner
Day 5 – Thursday
Morning:
8:00am Yoga
9:00am Breakfast
10:30am Cycling to San Gimignano
Afternoon:
12:30pm Lunch in San Gimignano
2:00pm Loop Ride back to Tignano
Evening:
5:30pm Yoga Practice
7:00pm Dinner
Day 6 – Friday
Morning:
7:00am Breakfast
7:45am Depart for Beach Day!
Afternoon:
12:30pm Picnic lunch at beach
3:00pm Petriolo Natural Hot Springs
Evening:
6:00pm Yoga Practice
7:30pm Closing Dinner and Tuscan Cooking Class
Day 7 – Saturday
Morning:
8:00am Yoga Practice
9:30am Breakfast
10:30am Departures
11:30am Arrive Florence (First plane departures 1:30pm)
Thursday, January 6, 2011
WHY GO ON ALCHEMY TOURS RETREAT ADVENTURE VACATION?
WHY GO ON ALCHEMY TOURS RETREATS, ADVENTURE VACATIONS?
We stand apart in being able to help clients plan their best future. Use our tours as weekend long or week long creativity sessions to help you manifest your ideal future. How? Because our retreats give the coaching, time and support to design the next chapter in your life. Alchemy Tours are specialized small-group adventures designed for no more than 10-16 participants, including your two guides, and venues are selected to result in a very personal and unique experience of the places visited. We choose where we stay based on charm, design and location, so they are never large international style hotels. All food is carefully picked for the best quality of culinary experience. And our itineraries are planned for the authenticity of the experience offered. Some of the "not-to be missed" well known sites are included, of course, but special lesser known venues are always selected as well. Register today at www.alchemytours.com and make a trip of a lifetime a dream come true!
ALCHEMY TOURS SCHEDULE 2011
Feb 26-March 5, 2011 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - Yoga at Xinalani Eco-chic-spa Resort
April 2-5, 2011 Pagosa Springs, Colorado - Yoga, Skiing and Snowboarding
April 16, -19, 2011 Moab, Utah - Arches National Park Yoga and Mountain Biking
June 19-25, 2011 Tuscany, Italy - Yoga, Cycling and Cultural Adventure
July 2-9, 2011 Dolomites, Italy (Sellaronda Bike Day is 7/3/2011) Yoga, Hiking and Cycling
August 4-7, 2011 Seattle, Washington Wallace Lodge - Yoga, Beers and Bikes
Oct 16-22, 2011 Tuscany, Italy - Yoga, Cycling and Cultural Adventure
Oct 28-31, 2011 Moab, Utah - Canyonland National Park Yoga and Mountain Biking
Sept 2-5, 2011 Sonoma, California - Yoga, Wine & Cycling
Nov 24-28, 2011 Sayulita, Mexico Yoga & Surfing Retreat at Haramara Resort
Dec 18-23, 2011 Big Island, Hawaii, Yoga, Kayaking and Cycling
AT ALCHEMY TOURS WHY DO WE DO WHAT WE DO?
When we think about why we want to take folks on retreat to various places in the world a great part of that reason is because we want to help people regain what we call “The Innocence of Hope”. Innocence, wonder, curiosity are such loving human characteristics that require an incredible amount of strength to maintain throughout our lives for its easy to get jaded, or scared or cynical. When we lose the innocence of hope we stop living our dreams whether it be about offering our hearts to another person or building a business or quitting a job we hate. We know that by visiting a new place and achieving something physical this innocence and hope for the unknown are rekindled and transportable. We believe what we offer could change someone’s life.
“The better you feel physically the easier it is to be happy.” –Martin Rush, Partner Yoga
We stand apart in being able to help clients plan their best future. Use our tours as weekend long or week long creativity sessions to help you manifest your ideal future. How? Because our retreats give the coaching, time and support to design the next chapter in your life. Alchemy Tours are specialized small-group adventures designed for no more than 10-16 participants, including your two guides, and venues are selected to result in a very personal and unique experience of the places visited. We choose where we stay based on charm, design and location, so they are never large international style hotels. All food is carefully picked for the best quality of culinary experience. And our itineraries are planned for the authenticity of the experience offered. Some of the "not-to be missed" well known sites are included, of course, but special lesser known venues are always selected as well. Register today at www.alchemytours.com and make a trip of a lifetime a dream come true!
ALCHEMY TOURS SCHEDULE 2011
Feb 26-March 5, 2011 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - Yoga at Xinalani Eco-chic-spa Resort
April 2-5, 2011 Pagosa Springs, Colorado - Yoga, Skiing and Snowboarding
April 16, -19, 2011 Moab, Utah - Arches National Park Yoga and Mountain Biking
June 19-25, 2011 Tuscany, Italy - Yoga, Cycling and Cultural Adventure
July 2-9, 2011 Dolomites, Italy (Sellaronda Bike Day is 7/3/2011) Yoga, Hiking and Cycling
August 4-7, 2011 Seattle, Washington Wallace Lodge - Yoga, Beers and Bikes
Oct 16-22, 2011 Tuscany, Italy - Yoga, Cycling and Cultural Adventure
Oct 28-31, 2011 Moab, Utah - Canyonland National Park Yoga and Mountain Biking
Sept 2-5, 2011 Sonoma, California - Yoga, Wine & Cycling
Nov 24-28, 2011 Sayulita, Mexico Yoga & Surfing Retreat at Haramara Resort
Dec 18-23, 2011 Big Island, Hawaii, Yoga, Kayaking and Cycling
AT ALCHEMY TOURS WHY DO WE DO WHAT WE DO?
When we think about why we want to take folks on retreat to various places in the world a great part of that reason is because we want to help people regain what we call “The Innocence of Hope”. Innocence, wonder, curiosity are such loving human characteristics that require an incredible amount of strength to maintain throughout our lives for its easy to get jaded, or scared or cynical. When we lose the innocence of hope we stop living our dreams whether it be about offering our hearts to another person or building a business or quitting a job we hate. We know that by visiting a new place and achieving something physical this innocence and hope for the unknown are rekindled and transportable. We believe what we offer could change someone’s life.
“The better you feel physically the easier it is to be happy.” –Martin Rush, Partner Yoga
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
MOAB YOGA, MOUNTAIN BIKING, HIKING ADVENTURE APRIL 16-19, 2011
JOIN OUR 4-DAY FULL MOON ADVENTURE RETREAT
***Just 4 spots left remaining!***
•Integrate Spirit and Nature as you practice yoga, mountain bike, hike and meditate with a group dedicated to doing the same.
•Fully discover (or rediscover!) the Joy of Yoga.
•Experience some of the most beautiful and famous mountain biking trails in the world—canyons, long climbs, beautiful descents, rolling scenery with options to ride Klondike Bluffs, Slickrock, Gemini Bridges and Porcupine Rim.
•Enjoy exceptional yoga, hiking, mountain biking and camaraderie, all designed to help you spiritualize every aspect of your long weekend!
•Recharge, refresh and renew, leaving totally more inspired about your life!
We look forward to your registration! You are in excellent hands!
WHERE IS MOAB UTAH?
Moab Utah is in the southeastern section of Utah. It has an amazingly unique geography that harbors artifacts of ancient peoples, impressive geologic formations, and intricate sandstone layers. Surrounded by national parks such as Arches and Canyonlands, Moab is both a surreal and energetically amazing place. Whether you’re a dedicated yoga enthusiast, or a more casual Yoga practitioner--whether you’re an avid mountain biker looking to up your game or a cycling newbie who wants to get started right, this weekend is for you!
DETAILS YOU SHOULD KNOW:
While the mountain biking in Moab is known as some of the best in the world, it also carries with it some unique challenges: namely slickrock & sand. These take time to get to learn how to ride, and thus we will begin gently, with hands-on guidance and expertise. We will work up to bigger rides that can challenge even the most avid cyclist. You will have the option to choose from a plethora of options that will suit your unique needs, no matter what experience level you have.
Yoga classes are designed with YOU in mind. We will be sure to include poses that will help you on the bike and can be applied to hiking and running too!
Classes include Meditation. There will be plenty of time to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the area.
TRIP COST: $999 ($899 EARLY BIRD BY DECEMBER 21, 2010)
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TRIP PRICE?
• 3 nights of accommodation
• Daily breakfast, 3 lunches, two dinners and all snacks and drinks for each day’s activities
• A social hour on select evenings
• All transportation during the trip, including private coaches
• 7 Yoga classes with Silvia Mordini
• Private evening Dharma and wilderness talks facilitated by your Guides
• Entrance fees to all group events
• Informational cycling and safety clinic with Jacob Young
• All gratuities for special events, transfers, lodging and group meals.
• A special goodie bag with trip-specific comfort items and accessories
NOT INCLUDED?
Airfare and gratuities for your guides. And two meals are not included during this trip to allow you the opportunity to explore the southwest cuisine on your own.
***Just 4 spots left remaining!***
•Integrate Spirit and Nature as you practice yoga, mountain bike, hike and meditate with a group dedicated to doing the same.
•Fully discover (or rediscover!) the Joy of Yoga.
•Experience some of the most beautiful and famous mountain biking trails in the world—canyons, long climbs, beautiful descents, rolling scenery with options to ride Klondike Bluffs, Slickrock, Gemini Bridges and Porcupine Rim.
•Enjoy exceptional yoga, hiking, mountain biking and camaraderie, all designed to help you spiritualize every aspect of your long weekend!
•Recharge, refresh and renew, leaving totally more inspired about your life!
We look forward to your registration! You are in excellent hands!
WHERE IS MOAB UTAH?
Moab Utah is in the southeastern section of Utah. It has an amazingly unique geography that harbors artifacts of ancient peoples, impressive geologic formations, and intricate sandstone layers. Surrounded by national parks such as Arches and Canyonlands, Moab is both a surreal and energetically amazing place. Whether you’re a dedicated yoga enthusiast, or a more casual Yoga practitioner--whether you’re an avid mountain biker looking to up your game or a cycling newbie who wants to get started right, this weekend is for you!
DETAILS YOU SHOULD KNOW:
While the mountain biking in Moab is known as some of the best in the world, it also carries with it some unique challenges: namely slickrock & sand. These take time to get to learn how to ride, and thus we will begin gently, with hands-on guidance and expertise. We will work up to bigger rides that can challenge even the most avid cyclist. You will have the option to choose from a plethora of options that will suit your unique needs, no matter what experience level you have.
Yoga classes are designed with YOU in mind. We will be sure to include poses that will help you on the bike and can be applied to hiking and running too!
Classes include Meditation. There will be plenty of time to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the area.
TRIP COST: $999 ($899 EARLY BIRD BY DECEMBER 21, 2010)
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TRIP PRICE?
• 3 nights of accommodation
• Daily breakfast, 3 lunches, two dinners and all snacks and drinks for each day’s activities
• A social hour on select evenings
• All transportation during the trip, including private coaches
• 7 Yoga classes with Silvia Mordini
• Private evening Dharma and wilderness talks facilitated by your Guides
• Entrance fees to all group events
• Informational cycling and safety clinic with Jacob Young
• All gratuities for special events, transfers, lodging and group meals.
• A special goodie bag with trip-specific comfort items and accessories
NOT INCLUDED?
Airfare and gratuities for your guides. And two meals are not included during this trip to allow you the opportunity to explore the southwest cuisine on your own.
BEACH THERAPY PUERTO VALLARTA MEXICO YOGA RETREAT FEB 26 TO MAR 5, 2011
JOIN ME IN PARADISE FEB 26-MAR 5, 2011: YOGA RETREAT IN MEXICO!
"When anxious, uneasy and bad thoughts come, I go to the sea, and the sea drowns them out with its great wide sounds, cleanses me with its noise, and imposes a rhythm upon everything in me that is bewildered and confused." - Rainer Maria Rilke
Xinalani is a brand new resort center accessed only by boat. It is in Banderas Bay, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on 10 acres of unspoiled jungle with a beautiful pristine beach, only 12 miles south of Puerto Vallarta International Airport. Xinalani Retreat is about discovery, admiration, love for nature, magic, conscious travel, eco-adventure, wellness, serenity and mindful living. Come enjoy the 1,302 square foot yoga deck set uphill amidst the deep jungle vegetation that can comfortable fit 40 students. With a panoramic view to the jungle and ocean, group practices here are a fascinating experience. Accomodations are ALL beach front with a choices of various private suites and a shared house if you are looking to save money. Xinalani Retreat features its own beach club where you will enjoy a relaxing break between your classes. Where you want to go swimming, snorkeling, or just sunbathe while sipping a natural fruit smoothie, this is the place to be. Take a walk in the soft sand, discover the hidden secrets of the naturally sculpted rocks scattered along the shore and explore the small private coves as you explore yourself.
DETAILS YOU SHOULD KNOW:
ABOUT XINALANI
We have chosen for this retreat to stay at a one of its kind eco-resort named Xinalani because we fully believe Xinalani supports our guests on their search for mind-body balance better allows us to facilitate the setting of intentions so each person leaves more focused and open hearted to realize their full human potential. The name Xinalani comes from the Nauatl Xinaloani that means «seed». It is pronounced shee-nah-lah-nee. It embodies the shared vision that this world could be better if everybody planted and grew a seed inside themselves and let love blossom around it. We look forward to your registration! You are in excellent hands!
We have chosen for this retreat to stay at a one of its kind eco-resort named Xinalani because we fully believe Xinalani supports our guests on their search for mind-body balance better allows us to facilitate the setting of intentions so each person leaves more focused and open hearted to realize their full human potential. The name Xinalani comes from the Nauatl Xinaloani that means «seed». It is pronounced shee-nah-lah-nee. It embodies the shared vision that this world could be better if everybody planted and grew a seed inside themselves and let love blossom around it. We look forward to your registration! You are in excellent hands!
INVESTMENT:
OCCUPANCY SINGLE DOUBLE
Eco-chic Suites $2500 $1,999.00
Eco-Premium Suites $2100 $1,699.00
Petite Suite $1800 $1,399.00
Big Palapa $1,100 NA
Eco-chic Suites $2500 $1,999.00
Eco-Premium Suites $2100 $1,699.00
Petite Suite $1800 $1,399.00
Big Palapa $1,100 NA
PAYMENT POLICIES:
Deposit: A $500 dollar deposit will reserve your space.
Register by December 31, 2010 Get $250 OFF
Register by January 15, 2011 Get $200 OFF
Register by January 31, 2011 Get $150 OFF
Register by January 15, 2011 Get $200 OFF
Register by January 31, 2011 Get $150 OFF
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TRIP PRICE?
- 7 nights of accommodation at Xinalani Retreat
- 3 complete gourmet vegetarian meals per day. Chef is expert in ayurveda cuisine and macrobiotics.
- A social hour on select evenings
- All transportation during the trip, including to and from the airport to Xinalani Retreat
- 14 Yoga classes with Silvia Mordini
- Yoga clinics and mini workshops with Silvia Mordini
- Sunset Yoga Ceremonies
- Guided Jungle Hiking
- Private Dharma talks facilitated by your Guides
- All gratuities for special events, transfers, lodging and group meals.
- A special goodie bag with loving gifts
NOT INCLUDED?
Airfare to and from the trip, gratuities for your guides
EMAIL ALCHEMYTOURS@GMAIL.COM
Saturday, January 1, 2011
SONOMA WINE, CYCLING, YOGA SEPT 2-5, 2011
Join us in the California Wine Country where we will experience four days of elegant wines, gourmet vegetarian cuisine, leisurely bicycle rides, private wine tastings, amazing picnic adventures, and the country comfort of Westerbeke Ranch redwood cabins. This is the perfect escape to savor the charm of the Sonoma wine country where everything tantalizes your senses and relaxes your mind. You will be expertly guided to savor the best of one of the world’s premiere cycling regions. Your days begin and end with vinyasa yoga to energize and rejuvenate you on all levels, but there will be time to sit on your sun deck, take a dip in the pool and relax in the Jacuzzi. Don’t miss our excursion to the Calistoga Hot Springs. If you are looking for a weekend getaway that packs a great vintage, this Wine Country tour will exceed your expectations!
INVESTMENT: $1,100 Double and $1,300 Single
AMAZING SAVINGS!!
Register by March 1, 2011 Get $250
Register by April 1, 2011 Get $200 OFF
Register by May 1, 2011 Get $100 OFF
NOT INCLUDED?
Airfare to and from the trip, gratuities for your guides.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR INVESTMENT?
• Cycle your yoga as we visit the most amazing Sonoma wineries (including Ravenswood Winery, Scribe, Tin Barn, Gundlach Bundshu and more!) savoring flavorful wine tastings and tours
• Experience the magic of the Calistoga hot springs mineral water and rejuvenation
• Shop in boutiques and visit historic monuments in Sonoma’s town plaza
• Enjoy an informational bike clinic with Jacob Young
• 6 Yoga classes with Silvia Mordini along with yoga workshop for cyclists
• Receive 3 nights of lodging at Westerbeke Ranch
• Enjoy 3 complete gourmet vegetarian California Country style meals daily
• Take advantage of opportunities to get sun, swim, hike and more!
• Dharma talks and life coaching with Jacob and Silvia
• A special goodie bag with loving gifts
WHERE IS WESTERBEKE RANCH, SONOMA?
The Westerbeke Ranch is located five miles west of the town of Sonoma, in the heart of the wine country! They are just 50 miles north of San Francisco and 45 minutes from the Pacific Ocean. 30 minutes eastward are the sloping vineyards of the Napa Valley and the Calistoga mineral spas. In an area abundant with California heritage and natural beauty, Westerbeke Ranch is surrounded by dozens of historical wineries and points of interest. Nearby Glen Ellen is the former home of writer Jack London and the Jack London State Park. Historic Sonoma Plaza, a short five-minute drive away, features many charming shops and restaurants surrounding the original Sonoma Town Plaza. Westerbeke Ranch, our home away from home will allow us to easily cycle our yoga around the entire area!
LODGING
Westerbeke Ranch offers shared accommodations in charming and comfortably furnished redwood cabins. Delightful paths lead to the cabins, which are nestled in the gardens above the pool area. Each cabin has a series of bedrooms with each bedroom having its own bathroom and private entrance.
TIPS AND GRATUITIES
Gratuities for your guides may be given at your discretion in response to their leadership and professionalism throughout the trip. We suggest 5-10% of the trip price per individual to be divided between the guiding team as an industry standard.
TO REGISTER AND SAVE YOUR SPOT:
A $500 dollar deposit will reserve your space.
You can pay with check, direct bank deposit, or credit card or Paypal on line but we most prefer checks. Please send checks to Alchemy Tours c/o Total Body Yoga, 210 Terrace Drive, Mundelein, IL 60061. Contact us at info@alchemytours.com or call if we can answer any questions.
Day 1 – Friday, September 2, 2011
Afternoon:
11:00am Meet the group depart San Francisco Airport
12:30pm Arrive Westerbeke Ranch
12:30pm Lunch
2:00pm Hike in The Bartholomew Park and Yoga Practice
3:00pm Visit Bartholomew Park Winery and tasting room and museum
4:00pm Winery tours and tastings
Evening:
6:30pm Dinner
8:00pm Restorative Yoga Practice
9:00pm Social and Dharma Talk
Day 2 – Saturday, September 3, 2011
Morning:
7:00am Yoga Practice
8:00am Breakfast
10am Cycling to Wineries (Ravenswood, Scribe Winery, Tin Barn Wineries, and more!)
Afternoon:
12:30pm Picnic Lunch
2:00pm Gundlach Bundshu Cave Tasting
Evening:
5:00pm Yoga Practice
6:30pm Dinner and Dharma Talk
Day 3 – Sunday, September 4, 2011
Morning:
7:00am Yoga Practice
8:00am Breakfast
9:00am Cycling
12:00pm Meet in Historic Sonoma Plaza
Afternoon:
12:00pm Ride or Shuttle to Calistoga mineral spas (enjoy the mineral baths, optional spa appointments)
Lunch on your own in Calistoga
5:00pm Depart for Westerbeke Ranch
Evening:
6:30pm Yoga Practice
8:00pm Final Dinner at one of Sonoma’s finest restaurants
9:00pm Social and Dharma Talk
Day 4 – Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day)
Morning:
8:00am Breakfast
9:00am Yoga Practice
11:00am Check out
Afternoon:
12:00pm Depart for San Francisco Airport
1:00pm Picnic Lunch in transit (Not purchased from Westerbeke)
1:30pm Arrive San Francisco Airport for departures
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN DO I NEED TO ARRIVE AND WHEN WILL I DEPART?
ARRIVAL LOCATION:
You will need to arrive by 11:00am on Thursday, Day 1 of trip to Sonoma Wine Country at San Francisco Airport (SFO) where we will meet you and bring you to Westerbeke Ranch.
DEPARTURE LOCATION:
At the end of your trip, you will be shuttled back to Puerto Vallarta International Airport. We will arrive at the airport between 1pm-2pm on March 4th.
HOW DO I GET TO WESTERBEKE RANCH?
Upon arriving at SFO airport we have organized group transportation to and from wine country. If you choose to you can get to Westerbeke Ranch on your own.
WHAT IS THE WEATHER GOING TO BE LIKE?
Warm sunny days (70F-75F) and cooler evenings, with temperatures at least 15 to 20 degrees cooler. Bring layers for the cooler morning and hotter midday differentials and a rain shell is a good idea.
WHAT ARE THE RIDES LIKE?
The activity level for this trip is Moderate. The average daily ride is about 25 miles, with 2,200 feet of climbing. The terrain is generally rolling, with a few flat stretches on quiet, but sometimes narrow roads. For those seeking more challenging rides, the hills to the east or west of the valley are sure to please even the most avid cyclist. Options are available for riding more or fewer miles. Please speak with your guides if you require additional ride options or activities.
WHAT OTHER LOCAL WINERIES ARE AVAILABLE?
Winery tours and tasting available at Benziger Family Vineyards, Ravenswood Winery, The Hess Collection, Cakebread Cellars, Opus One, Summit Lake Vineyards, Mumms, Hanna Winery, Simi, Gary Ferrel, Arista, C. Donatiello, and Sbragia to name a few
INVESTMENT: $1,100 Double and $1,300 Single
AMAZING SAVINGS!!
Register by March 1, 2011 Get $250
Register by April 1, 2011 Get $200 OFF
Register by May 1, 2011 Get $100 OFF
NOT INCLUDED?
Airfare to and from the trip, gratuities for your guides.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR INVESTMENT?
• Cycle your yoga as we visit the most amazing Sonoma wineries (including Ravenswood Winery, Scribe, Tin Barn, Gundlach Bundshu and more!) savoring flavorful wine tastings and tours
• Experience the magic of the Calistoga hot springs mineral water and rejuvenation
• Shop in boutiques and visit historic monuments in Sonoma’s town plaza
• Enjoy an informational bike clinic with Jacob Young
• 6 Yoga classes with Silvia Mordini along with yoga workshop for cyclists
• Receive 3 nights of lodging at Westerbeke Ranch
• Enjoy 3 complete gourmet vegetarian California Country style meals daily
• Take advantage of opportunities to get sun, swim, hike and more!
• Dharma talks and life coaching with Jacob and Silvia
• A special goodie bag with loving gifts
WHERE IS WESTERBEKE RANCH, SONOMA?
The Westerbeke Ranch is located five miles west of the town of Sonoma, in the heart of the wine country! They are just 50 miles north of San Francisco and 45 minutes from the Pacific Ocean. 30 minutes eastward are the sloping vineyards of the Napa Valley and the Calistoga mineral spas. In an area abundant with California heritage and natural beauty, Westerbeke Ranch is surrounded by dozens of historical wineries and points of interest. Nearby Glen Ellen is the former home of writer Jack London and the Jack London State Park. Historic Sonoma Plaza, a short five-minute drive away, features many charming shops and restaurants surrounding the original Sonoma Town Plaza. Westerbeke Ranch, our home away from home will allow us to easily cycle our yoga around the entire area!
LODGING
Westerbeke Ranch offers shared accommodations in charming and comfortably furnished redwood cabins. Delightful paths lead to the cabins, which are nestled in the gardens above the pool area. Each cabin has a series of bedrooms with each bedroom having its own bathroom and private entrance.
TIPS AND GRATUITIES
Gratuities for your guides may be given at your discretion in response to their leadership and professionalism throughout the trip. We suggest 5-10% of the trip price per individual to be divided between the guiding team as an industry standard.
TO REGISTER AND SAVE YOUR SPOT:
A $500 dollar deposit will reserve your space.
You can pay with check, direct bank deposit, or credit card or Paypal on line but we most prefer checks. Please send checks to Alchemy Tours c/o Total Body Yoga, 210 Terrace Drive, Mundelein, IL 60061. Contact us at info@alchemytours.com or call if we can answer any questions.
Day 1 – Friday, September 2, 2011
Afternoon:
11:00am Meet the group depart San Francisco Airport
12:30pm Arrive Westerbeke Ranch
12:30pm Lunch
2:00pm Hike in The Bartholomew Park and Yoga Practice
3:00pm Visit Bartholomew Park Winery and tasting room and museum
4:00pm Winery tours and tastings
Evening:
6:30pm Dinner
8:00pm Restorative Yoga Practice
9:00pm Social and Dharma Talk
Day 2 – Saturday, September 3, 2011
Morning:
7:00am Yoga Practice
8:00am Breakfast
10am Cycling to Wineries (Ravenswood, Scribe Winery, Tin Barn Wineries, and more!)
Afternoon:
12:30pm Picnic Lunch
2:00pm Gundlach Bundshu Cave Tasting
Evening:
5:00pm Yoga Practice
6:30pm Dinner and Dharma Talk
Day 3 – Sunday, September 4, 2011
Morning:
7:00am Yoga Practice
8:00am Breakfast
9:00am Cycling
12:00pm Meet in Historic Sonoma Plaza
Afternoon:
12:00pm Ride or Shuttle to Calistoga mineral spas (enjoy the mineral baths, optional spa appointments)
Lunch on your own in Calistoga
5:00pm Depart for Westerbeke Ranch
Evening:
6:30pm Yoga Practice
8:00pm Final Dinner at one of Sonoma’s finest restaurants
9:00pm Social and Dharma Talk
Day 4 – Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day)
Morning:
8:00am Breakfast
9:00am Yoga Practice
11:00am Check out
Afternoon:
12:00pm Depart for San Francisco Airport
1:00pm Picnic Lunch in transit (Not purchased from Westerbeke)
1:30pm Arrive San Francisco Airport for departures
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN DO I NEED TO ARRIVE AND WHEN WILL I DEPART?
ARRIVAL LOCATION:
You will need to arrive by 11:00am on Thursday, Day 1 of trip to Sonoma Wine Country at San Francisco Airport (SFO) where we will meet you and bring you to Westerbeke Ranch.
DEPARTURE LOCATION:
At the end of your trip, you will be shuttled back to Puerto Vallarta International Airport. We will arrive at the airport between 1pm-2pm on March 4th.
HOW DO I GET TO WESTERBEKE RANCH?
Upon arriving at SFO airport we have organized group transportation to and from wine country. If you choose to you can get to Westerbeke Ranch on your own.
WHAT IS THE WEATHER GOING TO BE LIKE?
Warm sunny days (70F-75F) and cooler evenings, with temperatures at least 15 to 20 degrees cooler. Bring layers for the cooler morning and hotter midday differentials and a rain shell is a good idea.
WHAT ARE THE RIDES LIKE?
The activity level for this trip is Moderate. The average daily ride is about 25 miles, with 2,200 feet of climbing. The terrain is generally rolling, with a few flat stretches on quiet, but sometimes narrow roads. For those seeking more challenging rides, the hills to the east or west of the valley are sure to please even the most avid cyclist. Options are available for riding more or fewer miles. Please speak with your guides if you require additional ride options or activities.
WHAT OTHER LOCAL WINERIES ARE AVAILABLE?
Winery tours and tasting available at Benziger Family Vineyards, Ravenswood Winery, The Hess Collection, Cakebread Cellars, Opus One, Summit Lake Vineyards, Mumms, Hanna Winery, Simi, Gary Ferrel, Arista, C. Donatiello, and Sbragia to name a few
Thursday, December 16, 2010
5 more days to save on your Moab Adventure with Alchemy Tours!
JOIN OUR 4-DAY FULL MOON ADVENTURE RETREAT
• Integrate Spirit and Nature as you practice yoga, mountain bike, hike and meditate with a group dedicated to doing the same.
• Fully discover (or rediscover!) the Joy of Yoga.
• Experience some of the most beautiful and famous mountain biking trails in the world—canyons, long climbs, beautiful descents, rolling scenery with options to ride Klondike Bluffs, Slickrock, Gemini Bridges and Porcupine Rim.
• Enjoy exceptional yoga, hiking, mountain biking and camaraderie, all designed to help you spiritualize every aspect of your long weekend!
• Recharge, refresh and renew, leaving totally more inspired about your life!
We look forward to your registration! You are in excellent hands!
WHERE IS MOAB UTAH?
Moab Utah is in the southeastern section of Utah. It has an amazingly unique geography that harbors artifacts of ancient peoples, impressive geologic formations, and intricate sandstone layers. Surrounded by national parks such as Arches and Canyonlands, Moab is both a surreal and energetically amazing place. Whether you’re a dedicated yoga enthusiast, or a more casual Yoga practitioner--whether you’re an avid mountain biker looking to up your game or a cycling newbie who wants to get started right, this weekend is for you!
DETAILS YOU SHOULD KNOW:
While the mountain biking in Moab is known as some of the best in the world, it also carries with it some unique challenges: namely slickrock & sand. These take time to get to learn how to ride, and thus we will begin gently, with hands-on guidance and expertise. We will work up to bigger rides that can challenge even the most avid cyclist. You will have the option to choose from a plethora of options that will suit your unique needs, no matter what experience level you have.
Yoga classes are designed with YOU in mind. We will be sure to include poses that will help you on the bike and can be applied to hiking and running too!
Classes include Meditation. There will be plenty of time to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the area.
TRIP COST: $999 ($899 EARLY BIRD BY DECEMBER 21, 2010)
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TRIP PRICE?
• 3 nights of accommodation
• Daily breakfast, 3 lunches, two dinners and all snacks and drinks for each day’s activities
• A social hour on select evenings
• All transportation during the trip, including private coaches
• 7 Yoga classes with Silvia Mordini
• Private evening Dharma and wilderness talks facilitated by your Guides
• Entrance fees to all group events
• Informational cycling and safety clinic with Jacob Young
• All gratuities for special events, transfers, lodging and group meals.
• A special goodie bag with trip-specific comfort items and accessories
NOT INCLUDED?
Airfare and gratuities for your guides. And two meals are not included during this trip to allow you the opportunity to explore the southwest cuisine on your own.
TIPS AND GRATUITIES
Gratuities for your guides may be given at your discretion in response to their leadership and professionalism throughout the trip. We suggest 5-10% of the trip price per individual to be divided between the guiding team as an industry standard. Gratuities for all restaurants, hotels, transportation and local events are paid for by the retreat organizers.
TO REGISTER AND SAVE YOUR SPOT:
You can pay with check, direct bank deposit, or credit card or Paypal on line but we most prefer checks. Please send checks to Total Body Yoga Retreats, 210 Terrace Drive, Mundelein, IL 60061. Contact us at retreats@totalbodyyoga.com or call if we can answer any questions.
PAYMENT POLICIES
Early-bird discount: $100 discount to those who register before December 21st, 2010!
Deposit: A $500 dollar deposit will reserve your space. Balance must be received by February 15th, 2011, 60 days prior to retreat
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Saturday, April 16, 2011
Afternoon:
12:00 Meet in the lobby of the Grand Junction Airport for lunch & shuttle to Moab
2:00 Arrive at Moab Lodging for light snack and brief logistics talk
3:00 Deplane Yoga Practice Warm-up
4:00 Head to Arches National Park
4:30 Hike to Delicate Arch
6:00 Sunset Yoga practice under Moab's most famous Arch
Evening:
8:00 Social Hour and Dinner
9:00 Orientation, Dharma Talk
Day 2 – Sunday, April 17, 2011
Morning:
8:00 Breakfast
9:30 Yoga practice
Afternoon:
12:00 Lunch on your own, Shopping in Moab
1:00 Depart for Arches National Park
2:00 Park Ranger Guided Fiery Furnace Hike!
Evening:
6:00 Yoga practice
8:00 Dinner of your choosing
Day 3 – Monday, April 18, 2011 (FULL MOON!)
Morning:
7:30 Yoga practice at downtown Studio
8:30 Breakfast
10:00 Mountain Biking: Skills Clinic & Tutorial
Afternoon:
1:00 Packed Lunch
6:00 Parkside Yoga practice and Slack lining
Evening:
8:00 Social Hour and Closing Dinner at Desert Bistro
Day 4 – Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Morning
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Closing Yoga practice
11:00 Check out and depart for Grand Junction, Colorado
12:30 Lunch in scenic downtown Grand Junction
2:15pm Depart for Grand Junction Airport
**Please note that scheduled itinerary is subject to change due to the ebb and flow of life!
ABOUT YOUR GUIDES:
You will be guided by Jacob Young and Silvia Mordini.
Jacob is an avid cyclist, runner, and lover of all things outdoors, involving people. With over 10 years of guiding experience, beginning on Mt. Rainier, he has broadened his horizons by transitioning to guiding cycling trips around the world. He has been living in, and exploring the Olympic & Cascade mountain ranges of the Pacific Northwest for the past 11 years, and can often be found cycling, trail running, hiking and skiing in the greater Seattle area when not practicing yoga indoors. Jacob is a Certified Carmichael Training Systems coach and is CPR/First Aid certified, but his real experience comes from his passion for showing people new places and exploring along with them.
Your Yoga will be taught by Silvia Mordini whose loving Anusara-inspired Vinyasa Flow teaching style is influenced by more than 10 years of Hatha yoga study. She studies primarily under Shiva Rea. With over 7,500 hours of yoga teaching experience, as a nationally recognized Experienced Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance (E-RYT) she owns and teaches at Total Body Yoga, a 3,900 square foot Chicagoland yoga center with over 200 monthly classes and countless weekly workshops as well as for a fifth year teaching a Nationally accredited 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program. Silvia also enjoys working privately with athletes of all ages applying her knowledge of therapeutic yoga to aid healing old injuries or preventing new ones. Silvia’s dedication to her students makes her classes upbeat and fun, serious and informative, supportive and authentic.. When her students leave class, they have been inspired to be good to themselves and thereby kinder to others. Silvia finds healing in the beauty and stillness of Moab and considers nature and the relationship of human spirit her greatest teachers!!
WHEN WILL I NEED TO ARRIVE AND WHEN DO I LEAVE?
Arrival Location:
You will need to arrive by noon in the lobby of the Grand Junction Airport in Colorado.
Departure Location:
At the end of your trip, you will be shuttled back to Grand Junction. The shuttle will depart Moab at 12:30pm and will arrive at the Grand Junction airport at 2:30pm. Please do not schedule a flight before 3:30pm. (There are 4pm, 5:15pm, and 7:10pm redeye Flight options from GJT to ORD - Chicago).
HOW DO I GET TO MOAB UTAH IF I FLY?
You can either fly directly into Moab, or rent a car at the Grand Junction Airport (a 2-hour drive from Moab). If you plan on doing some site seeing on your free time, or if you plan on staying a day or two before or after our trip, then we suggest renting a car either way.
HOW DO I GET TO MOAB IF I DRIVE?
Moab is located 100 miles (about 2 hours) west of Grand Junction. If you choose to drive to the trip start, we recommend taking the UT scenic byway 128, one of the most spectacular stretches of road in the States. To get there, take highway I-70 West from Grand Junction. After about 47 miles, take exit 212, turn left to go under the highway, and then turn right toward Cisco. After Cisco, about 8 miles down the road, turn left onto Hwy 128 west and enjoy the next 41 miles of scenery. The road ends at Hwy 191 where you turn left to drive the last 3 miles into the center of town.
GRAND JUNCTION & FRUITA
Those wanting to get quickly in & out of the area before and after your adventure will likely want to stay in Grand Junction. If you have a rental car & time to explore the area, Fruita (10 miles west of Grand Junction & ranked as one of the top 20 cities in the US for cycling) has more character and makes a good home base for exploration. Grand Junction gets its name because it’s near where the Colorado (once called the Grand) River joins the Gunnison River. The Colorado River is responsible for carving out most of the local geography, and giving the valley its rich fruit-growing heritage—thus “Fruita.” To the east of the valley, the grand mesa rises to an elevation of over 10,000 feet. To the west is the uplift that holds the Colorado National Monument and the Black Ridge Wilderness study area. The High Plateau to the southwest is the Uncompahgre Plateau, which stands at over 9,000 feet high. The north edge of the valley is bordered entirely by the Book Cliffs. If you like deserts and/or challenging singletrack, and epic hikes then you’ll love this area.
• Integrate Spirit and Nature as you practice yoga, mountain bike, hike and meditate with a group dedicated to doing the same.
• Fully discover (or rediscover!) the Joy of Yoga.
• Experience some of the most beautiful and famous mountain biking trails in the world—canyons, long climbs, beautiful descents, rolling scenery with options to ride Klondike Bluffs, Slickrock, Gemini Bridges and Porcupine Rim.
• Enjoy exceptional yoga, hiking, mountain biking and camaraderie, all designed to help you spiritualize every aspect of your long weekend!
• Recharge, refresh and renew, leaving totally more inspired about your life!
We look forward to your registration! You are in excellent hands!
WHERE IS MOAB UTAH?
Moab Utah is in the southeastern section of Utah. It has an amazingly unique geography that harbors artifacts of ancient peoples, impressive geologic formations, and intricate sandstone layers. Surrounded by national parks such as Arches and Canyonlands, Moab is both a surreal and energetically amazing place. Whether you’re a dedicated yoga enthusiast, or a more casual Yoga practitioner--whether you’re an avid mountain biker looking to up your game or a cycling newbie who wants to get started right, this weekend is for you!
DETAILS YOU SHOULD KNOW:
While the mountain biking in Moab is known as some of the best in the world, it also carries with it some unique challenges: namely slickrock & sand. These take time to get to learn how to ride, and thus we will begin gently, with hands-on guidance and expertise. We will work up to bigger rides that can challenge even the most avid cyclist. You will have the option to choose from a plethora of options that will suit your unique needs, no matter what experience level you have.
Yoga classes are designed with YOU in mind. We will be sure to include poses that will help you on the bike and can be applied to hiking and running too!
Classes include Meditation. There will be plenty of time to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the area.
TRIP COST: $999 ($899 EARLY BIRD BY DECEMBER 21, 2010)
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TRIP PRICE?
• 3 nights of accommodation
• Daily breakfast, 3 lunches, two dinners and all snacks and drinks for each day’s activities
• A social hour on select evenings
• All transportation during the trip, including private coaches
• 7 Yoga classes with Silvia Mordini
• Private evening Dharma and wilderness talks facilitated by your Guides
• Entrance fees to all group events
• Informational cycling and safety clinic with Jacob Young
• All gratuities for special events, transfers, lodging and group meals.
• A special goodie bag with trip-specific comfort items and accessories
NOT INCLUDED?
Airfare and gratuities for your guides. And two meals are not included during this trip to allow you the opportunity to explore the southwest cuisine on your own.
TIPS AND GRATUITIES
Gratuities for your guides may be given at your discretion in response to their leadership and professionalism throughout the trip. We suggest 5-10% of the trip price per individual to be divided between the guiding team as an industry standard. Gratuities for all restaurants, hotels, transportation and local events are paid for by the retreat organizers.
TO REGISTER AND SAVE YOUR SPOT:
You can pay with check, direct bank deposit, or credit card or Paypal on line but we most prefer checks. Please send checks to Total Body Yoga Retreats, 210 Terrace Drive, Mundelein, IL 60061. Contact us at retreats@totalbodyyoga.com or call if we can answer any questions.
PAYMENT POLICIES
Early-bird discount: $100 discount to those who register before December 21st, 2010!
Deposit: A $500 dollar deposit will reserve your space. Balance must be received by February 15th, 2011, 60 days prior to retreat
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Saturday, April 16, 2011
Afternoon:
12:00 Meet in the lobby of the Grand Junction Airport for lunch & shuttle to Moab
2:00 Arrive at Moab Lodging for light snack and brief logistics talk
3:00 Deplane Yoga Practice Warm-up
4:00 Head to Arches National Park
4:30 Hike to Delicate Arch
6:00 Sunset Yoga practice under Moab's most famous Arch
Evening:
8:00 Social Hour and Dinner
9:00 Orientation, Dharma Talk
Day 2 – Sunday, April 17, 2011
Morning:
8:00 Breakfast
9:30 Yoga practice
Afternoon:
12:00 Lunch on your own, Shopping in Moab
1:00 Depart for Arches National Park
2:00 Park Ranger Guided Fiery Furnace Hike!
Evening:
6:00 Yoga practice
8:00 Dinner of your choosing
Day 3 – Monday, April 18, 2011 (FULL MOON!)
Morning:
7:30 Yoga practice at downtown Studio
8:30 Breakfast
10:00 Mountain Biking: Skills Clinic & Tutorial
Afternoon:
1:00 Packed Lunch
6:00 Parkside Yoga practice and Slack lining
Evening:
8:00 Social Hour and Closing Dinner at Desert Bistro
Day 4 – Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Morning
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Closing Yoga practice
11:00 Check out and depart for Grand Junction, Colorado
12:30 Lunch in scenic downtown Grand Junction
2:15pm Depart for Grand Junction Airport
**Please note that scheduled itinerary is subject to change due to the ebb and flow of life!
ABOUT YOUR GUIDES:
You will be guided by Jacob Young and Silvia Mordini.
Jacob is an avid cyclist, runner, and lover of all things outdoors, involving people. With over 10 years of guiding experience, beginning on Mt. Rainier, he has broadened his horizons by transitioning to guiding cycling trips around the world. He has been living in, and exploring the Olympic & Cascade mountain ranges of the Pacific Northwest for the past 11 years, and can often be found cycling, trail running, hiking and skiing in the greater Seattle area when not practicing yoga indoors. Jacob is a Certified Carmichael Training Systems coach and is CPR/First Aid certified, but his real experience comes from his passion for showing people new places and exploring along with them.
Your Yoga will be taught by Silvia Mordini whose loving Anusara-inspired Vinyasa Flow teaching style is influenced by more than 10 years of Hatha yoga study. She studies primarily under Shiva Rea. With over 7,500 hours of yoga teaching experience, as a nationally recognized Experienced Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance (E-RYT) she owns and teaches at Total Body Yoga, a 3,900 square foot Chicagoland yoga center with over 200 monthly classes and countless weekly workshops as well as for a fifth year teaching a Nationally accredited 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program. Silvia also enjoys working privately with athletes of all ages applying her knowledge of therapeutic yoga to aid healing old injuries or preventing new ones. Silvia’s dedication to her students makes her classes upbeat and fun, serious and informative, supportive and authentic.. When her students leave class, they have been inspired to be good to themselves and thereby kinder to others. Silvia finds healing in the beauty and stillness of Moab and considers nature and the relationship of human spirit her greatest teachers!!
WHEN WILL I NEED TO ARRIVE AND WHEN DO I LEAVE?
Arrival Location:
You will need to arrive by noon in the lobby of the Grand Junction Airport in Colorado.
Departure Location:
At the end of your trip, you will be shuttled back to Grand Junction. The shuttle will depart Moab at 12:30pm and will arrive at the Grand Junction airport at 2:30pm. Please do not schedule a flight before 3:30pm. (There are 4pm, 5:15pm, and 7:10pm redeye Flight options from GJT to ORD - Chicago).
HOW DO I GET TO MOAB UTAH IF I FLY?
You can either fly directly into Moab, or rent a car at the Grand Junction Airport (a 2-hour drive from Moab). If you plan on doing some site seeing on your free time, or if you plan on staying a day or two before or after our trip, then we suggest renting a car either way.
HOW DO I GET TO MOAB IF I DRIVE?
Moab is located 100 miles (about 2 hours) west of Grand Junction. If you choose to drive to the trip start, we recommend taking the UT scenic byway 128, one of the most spectacular stretches of road in the States. To get there, take highway I-70 West from Grand Junction. After about 47 miles, take exit 212, turn left to go under the highway, and then turn right toward Cisco. After Cisco, about 8 miles down the road, turn left onto Hwy 128 west and enjoy the next 41 miles of scenery. The road ends at Hwy 191 where you turn left to drive the last 3 miles into the center of town.
GRAND JUNCTION & FRUITA
Those wanting to get quickly in & out of the area before and after your adventure will likely want to stay in Grand Junction. If you have a rental car & time to explore the area, Fruita (10 miles west of Grand Junction & ranked as one of the top 20 cities in the US for cycling) has more character and makes a good home base for exploration. Grand Junction gets its name because it’s near where the Colorado (once called the Grand) River joins the Gunnison River. The Colorado River is responsible for carving out most of the local geography, and giving the valley its rich fruit-growing heritage—thus “Fruita.” To the east of the valley, the grand mesa rises to an elevation of over 10,000 feet. To the west is the uplift that holds the Colorado National Monument and the Black Ridge Wilderness study area. The High Plateau to the southwest is the Uncompahgre Plateau, which stands at over 9,000 feet high. The north edge of the valley is bordered entirely by the Book Cliffs. If you like deserts and/or challenging singletrack, and epic hikes then you’ll love this area.
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