location

Maui, No Ka 'Oi! - "Maui is the best"

Maui, Hawaii's second largest island, is a tropical playground known for its staggering natural beauty and small town charm. Endowed with powdery beaches, lush rainforests, and eclectic enclaves with world class shopping and restaurants, Maui is more magical than you can imagine. 

Come see for yourself why Conde Nast Traveler has named Maui "Best Island in the World" 15 times! Whale watching season starts in December....see you there!

itinerary

Accommodation: Wai Ola Vacation Paradise

Located in the foothills of the West Maui Mountains between Lahaina and Kaanapali - 2 blocks from the ocean - stunning ocean views, perfect for sunsets and whale watching - 2 blocks from Wahikuli Beach with shopping and the best restaurants on the island - 55 foot lanai (deck) - jacuzzi - pool - BBQ

Activities: optional activities include whale-watching, snorkeling, surfing, visiting a blowhole and olivine pools, outrigger canoeing, long walks on the beach, great shopping and fabulous restaurants

Thai Yoga Massage Course: Our 30-hour Thai Yoga Massage course will be held daily on the lanai at Wai Ola. We will start each morning with a gentle yoga practice layered with specific themes and postures that will be integrated into that day's Thai Yoga Massage lesson. By the end of the week, students will be able to safely and confidently perform a fluid and dynamic 60-minute Thai Yoga Massage sequence that draws heavily on supine techniques. (30 NCBTMB Continuing Education Credits available)

Sample Schedule:

6:30 - 8:00 AM sunrise yoga and meditation

8:00 - 9:00 AM catered breakfast

9:00 - 12:00 PM Thai yoga massage class

12:00 - 3:30 PM afternoon break

3:30 - 5:30 PM Thai yoga massage class

5:30 - 6:00 PM sunset yoga and meditation

This retreat is limited to twelve (12) participants, so sign up early to avoid disappointment!

instructors

Sunny Klaber

This retreat will be facilitated by internationally recognized Thai Yoga Massage instructor Sunny Klaber. Sunny's contagious passions for yoga, dance, Buddhist philosophy and massage strongly influence her unique approach to practicing and teaching this ancient healing art. Her extensive knowledge of, and respect for, these disciplines creates an environment which honors the sacred roots of Thai Yoga Massage, while gracefully infusing it with fresh applications and innovations.

getting there

This retreat will begin at 4 pm on December 9th at Wai Ola, and will end at noon on December 14th at Wai Ola.

Getting to Maui:

Please make your own travel arrangements to Maui's Kahului Airport (OGG). It is wise to plan on arriving a day before the retreat begins so that you have time to adjust to the time difference. We suggest looking for deals on the following websites: www.kayak.com, www.moneysavingexpert.com/travel/, and www.travelzoo.com

logistics

Packing List

Please bring: yoga mat, meditation shawl, journal, pens, alarm clock, watch, comfortable clothing for yoga and Thai Yoga Massage, a warm layer for cool or windy nights and mornings, sun hat, sunglasses, bathing suit, sleepwear, sandals or flip-flops, walking shoes, toiletries, medications, camera, an open mind, an open heart and a good sense of humor!

Budget: This retreat includes five nights' accommodation, course fees and study guide, and breakfast. We suggest that you budget about $400 to pay for lunch, dinner, and miscellaneous activities.

Passports:  If you are not an American citizen please read about visa requirements and other important details at http://visahq.com/.

traveler or tourist

Do you want to be a Traveler or a Tourist?

Motivation: A Traveler is motivated by an insatiable curiosity and endless fascination with the world in which she finds herself a citizen. She delights in questioning old assumptions, testing new hypotheses, and exploring opposing perspectives on her quest to dissolve boundaries and cultivate an expanded and integrated view of herself and her life´s purpose.

Expectation: A Traveler enjoys planning and preparing for a journey, but he is wise enough to expect the unexpected and he looks forward to embracing the unknown.

Reaction: A Traveler intuitively knows how to surrender to the flow of life - riding its waves with abundant laughter and grace. She receives unforeseen challenges like gifts, recognizing feelings of disorientation and frustration as invitations to expand and evolve.

Interaction: A Traveler respectfully immerses himself in a new culture, a new environment. His mind and heart remain open as he engages in new activities, learns new skills, and gains new perspectives. Whether observing, or participating in dialogue, he practices patience, non-judgment and compassion.

Contribution: A Traveler understands that the amount of joy that she experiences during her journey is a reflection of the joy she generates in her wake. This wisdom guides her to look for and create opportunities to connect deeply with the local people and generously offer her help and a piece of her heart.

Evolution: A Traveler understands that his journey doesn't end when he returns "home". He practices his craft - the art of living a fully integrated life - wherever he is!

investment

Investment: $785 (double occupancy)
Price includes five nights' accommodation, tuition, study guide, and breakfasts.
Price does not include lunch, dinner, optional activities, or transportation to/from Wai Ola

register

Go for IT!  Please complete and submit the registration form