Thursday, October 27, 2016

october pose: one-armed shoulder stretch

eka bhuja swastikasana varation
How to do it:
1. Start lying down on your belly and extend your right arm out to the side, level with your shoulder and palm facing down.
2. Take a deep breath in, and as you exhale roll onto your right side, staying on your shoulder.
3. Rest your head on the ground or on a block
4. You may lift your left leg up and bend your knee placing your left foot behind you for support.
5. Left hand can rest in front of you or lifted in the air


Stay for 10-15 deep breaths then slowly roll back onto your belly. Release both arms by your side and turn your head to the left. Notice the sensations in your body then repeat on the other side.


Benefits:
  • stretches the upper arm and shoulder
  • calms the mind
  • releases tension in the neck and shoulders

Friday, October 21, 2016

yoga retreat in Nicaragua - April 1-8, 2017

Enjoy seven nights in the beautiful and calming Laguna de Apoyo in Nicaragua. Renew your energy with daily yoga classes, restore your mind surrounded by nature and recharge your soul with healthy and balanced raw-cooked fusion vegan meals. Give yourself the gift your body deserves!

*SPACE FOR THIS RETREAT IS LIMITED TO 16 STUDENTS*

INCLUDES

  • 7 nights shared occupancy at Apoyo Lodge located on Laguna de Apoyo, Nicaragua
  • Daily Yoga Classes (Vinyasa and Yin/Restorative)
  • All whole food plant based meals (free of meat, dairy, refined sugar and oils)
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle service
  • Full day trip to San Juan del Sur, including surf lesson and lunch
  • Half Day Masaya Market and Volcano Tour
  • Raw Chocolate Truffle Cooking Class
  • Daily cleaning service - all linens and beach towels provided 
  • 24 hour security
  • Hot water
  • All natural toiletry products
  • Wifi

DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Flights to and from Nicaragua
  • Additional snacks, juices and smoothies, or activities not listed above

cost

  • $1,400 USD per person, shared accommodation.
  • Early bird pricing ($200 discount!) ends December 31, 2016
  • If you would like to extend your stay at Apoyo Lodge, please check availability and prices.