For
more information email to:tracy@austinmassage.org
or info@ilikajourneys.com
The
Itinerary (all classes are optional!)
June 14th arrive at Hilo Airport, Big Island of Hawaii
Settle in, orientation, evening yoga class (optional), meals provided.
June 15th-19th- Morning meditation, yoga class, breakfast, treatments/free
time, afternoon free to explore the beaches, hot springs, lava fields,
go on a trip to another location on the island or sit on the beach with
a good book! There will be a second yoga class/meditation/chanting class
in the afternoon. Dinner and free time in the evening, with optional
lectures or activities.
June 20th- Morning class, breakfast and departure.
The Itinerary
June 14th: Arrive
at Hilo Airport, Big Island of Hawaii
Settle in, orientation, evening yoga class (all classes are optional!),
snack and evening meal provided.
June 15th-19th- Morning meditation, yoga class, breakfast, treatments/free
time, afternoon free to explore the beaches, hot springs, lava fields,
go on a trip to another location on the island or sit on the beach with
a good book! There will be a second yoga class/meditation/chanting class
in the afternoon. Dinner and free time in the evening, with optional
lectures or activities.
June 20th- Morning class, breakfast and departure.
About
the Big Island of Hawaii:
The Big Island of Hawaii is alive and daily increasing in size as the
lava from the Kilauea volcano pours into the sea. There are few places
on earth where you can absorb the prana (life energy) that emerges from
the island of Hawaii and the serene surroundings of Ramashala.
While on this retreat you may take every opportunity to revel in the
peaceful seclusion. Take a sunset walk on primordial new earth, soak
in natural hot springs, swim in a crystal blue ocean and explore the
vibrant coastline. Discover that less is more.
On this
retreat, Beauty Inside and Out, we will cultivate an eye for inner and
outer beauty by becoming healthier and increasing the flow of energy
within our bodies.
For this week of relaxing and rejuvenating, we will be staying in the elemental retreat of Ramashala (http://www.ramashala.com). It is an exquisitely beautiful retreat only minutes from black sand beaches. Ramashala was ranked by the New York Times travel section as one of the top 4 best secluded places to stay on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Beauty
Outside
To address issues of “outer beauty” we will revitalize the
lymph system to purify and restore the entire body as well as reduce
the appearance of cellulite. Cellulite is associated with chronic stagnation
of the lymph system in the hips thighs and abdomen in women.
During the course of the retreat, cellulite will be assailed in many
ways. A course of herbs, patented in France, will be taken to increase
circulation and help the body eliminate toxins. Daily manual treatments
will be administered to restructure the connective tissue and gently
release the contents of the cellulite. Delicious meals will be fresh,
pure, locally produced and prepared to enhance the body’s leptin
hormone and increase metabolism. Arogya, a Hawaii based natural supplement
company, will provide its signature product Andazon formulated to increase
metabolism and energy levels. Our own topical body scrub will be provided
for your use. And finally, the healing waters of the Pacific and hot
mineral black sand beaches will encourage the health and vitality of
your entire system.
Beauty Inside
To cultivate awareness of the luminous beauty that you are, we will
practice yoga and meditation techniques. By turning the focus inwards
we can become free of craving, anger and other negative emotions that
block our peace of mind. This practice continually removes the veils
that obscure your inner beauty. Using the easiest and most powerful
meditation techniques in our daily practice you will learn effective
techniques to take home with you.
Price
$1800 for entire retreat. All meals, classes and 1 cellulite treatment per day.
$500 deposit holds your place. Please email info@ilikajourneys.com for more information and to make your deposit!
Airport drop of and pick up included (Hilo airport only). Please contact us for suggested flight itineraries.
Price
does not include
Flights to and from Big Island of Hawaii. Any transport not mentioned
Excursions to other parts of the island can be arranged for additional cost or you may rent a car and explore on your own!
Extra food or drinks not provided with meals.
About your Hosts
Tracy Firsching is a long time yoga practitioner, teacher and advanced massage therapist. She began practicing yoga and meditation in 1984 in London where she graduated from the London College of Massage. Tracy studied Kundalini Yoga with Yogi Bhajan, Classical Hatha Yoga with Gary Kraftsow, and participated in extended meditation retreats in various monestaries and retreat centers. Tracy had the honor of sitting with his holiness the Dalai Llama, and the Karmapa in Dharamsala. These profound experiences guided and molded her practice and teaching, but she emphasizes that no experience is more powerful or more important than sincere, individual meditation practice. Tracy is a Registered Yoga Teacher, Registered Massage Therapist, and holds advanced certification in Neuro-Muscular Therapy and lymphatic treatment. Tracy's massage training spans 20 years. www.austinmassage.org
Genevieve Gilbreath is a yoga teacher and practitioner with 15 years of experience. She has a Master’s Degree from Baylor University in Health Education. Genevieve also runs an international natural health supplement company. She has devoted the last several years to spiritual study and practice in Varanasi, India. Her studies in Kashmir Shaivism encourage recognition of the divine within. Before heading to India, she lived in Hawaii for several years and looks forward to sharing her love and knowledge of the islands with all of you! http://www.yogavataka.com