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Anusara Darsanam Retreat at Saree Samui, Koh Samui

25-28 February 2010

This four day Anusara Darsanam Retreat on the beautiful island of Koh Samui is a great opportunity to have the vision of your own Heart. The word Darsanam in Sanskrit means vision. An alternative meaning is mirror or that which reveals the Self. During our time together we will practice practical silence in addition to the practice of Anusara Yoga. In the beauty of nature, coupled with our intention for silence, we will dive into the subtler approaches to yoga asana: asana as a vehicle for self-reflection, self-awareness.

You will experience deep rest that can only come from unplugging from the world and diving into the practices of yoga. We will begin each day with easeful asana, pranayama and meditation, followed by breakfast. Afterwards, there will be two, 2-hour sessions of asana. Each asana session will carry a different intention to help us find our own inner Darsanam.

All levels and experience welcome!

In this retreat we will:

  • Observe Practical Silence, to turn our focus inwards
  • Rise at optimal times for contemplative practices of easeful asana, pranayama and meditation
  • Deepen our physical practice to align the outer body with the optimal blueprint of the inner body with two dynamic Anusara practices per day. We will touch on the full spectrum of poses with modifications and extra assistance for those newer to yoga
  • Round out the day with an evening meditation and casual dialogue to explore our experiences together
  • Enjoy a complimentary traditional massage session
  • Celebrate embodiment through healthy, balanced, fresh, beautiful and exquisite food!
  • Enjoy ample, easeful time during the day for personal activities that express the longing of the Heart

Itinerary for Anusara Darsanam Retreat, 25 - 28 February 2010

6:30 a.m. Morning Welcome with Herbal tea for Detox
7:00-8.00 a.m. Practice and Meditation
8:00-10.00 a.m. Breakfast Buffet / Free and easy
10.00 a.m.-12.00 p.m. Anusara Practice
12.00 p.m- 16.00 p.m Lunch Buffet and Relax
(Spa, swimming, cooking class*, kayaking*, cycling*)
16.00-18.00 p.m Anusara Practice
18.00-20.00 p.m Dinner Buffet and Relax
20.00-21.00 p.m Meditation and Question

* optional and not included in package price

Retreat Package Pricing:
Baht 35,000 per person

This very special rate is inclusive of:
- Yoga Retreat
- Twin-sharing accommodation Tropical Villa Room (5 nights)
- 13 meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Spa session 60 minutes
- Herbal tea and fresh fruits
- Airport transfers round trip (2 rounds per day, please check)

Anusara Yoga Retreat: Baht 15,000 per person

Accommodation at Saree Samui:
Twin-sharing Tropical Villa Room : Baht 20,000 per person
Single Tropical Villa Room : Baht 29,000 per person


Tropical Villa (92 sq.m)
These are the standard villas. Each villa is located amongst the surrounding trees which guarantee near-absolute privacy. The prevailing sounds are of the ocean breeze and tropical birds. These villas have their own private garden.

http://www.sareesamui.com/gallery.php

No need for accommodation and food?
Anusara Yoga Retreat ONLY : Baht 20,000 per person

Special Promotion (before 31 January 2010):

10% discount off Anusara Yoga Retreat (usual THB 15,000) - Total package with accommodation and food THB 33,500

For Yoga Retreat alone (without accommodation and food), 10% off THB 20,000 still applies - THB 18,000

Hurry, register now to enjoy the discount!



Logistics :

Please plan to arrive at Saree Samui, by 24th February, 6pm, for a welcome session. The Yoga Retreat will take place from 25-28 February and end at 6pm on 28th February. Participants may enjoy another night's accommodation before checking-out on 1 March.

About Saree Samui:

Saree Samui is the first Resort in Asia to win certification for top to bottom dedication to environmental and community responsibility. This is based on rigorous guidelines developed by Bioagricert, an Italian technical control body established in 1991.


It is important to us that Saree Samui lives life in harmony with its natural surroundings. Therefore, the resort was built with environment-friendly materials and consumes only certain kinds of products such as organic food. This Boutique Residence truly epitomizes a perfect getaway amongst nature and we are doing our best to keep it that way.


Location:

Koh Samui, situated off the east coast in Southern Thailand, is the largest of an archipelago of more than 80 islands, for the greater part uninhabited, the Angthong Marine National Park. With a surface area of about 250 square kilometres, it is the third largest island of the Kingdom after Phuket and Koh Chang. The island experiences the best all year round weather of all the islands, boasts an array of beautiful beaches, gourmet restaurants, luxury spas and a plethora of activities. Chaweng Beach is the most popular night life and shopping area but can be crowded and over bearing at times.

Saree Samui is located on a pristine stretch of white sand along Maenam beach in the tranquil north of the Island, 15 minutes from Chaweng and 10 minutes from the Samui airport. Bangkok Airlines operates flights from Bangkok's international airport directly to Samui Island regularly throughout the day and the flight takes just under an hour.


Name: Anusara Darsanam Retreat
Host: Saree Samui
Date: Thursday to Sunday, 25-28 February 2010
Time: Welcome session, 6pm, 24 February. Yoga Retreat starts at 6.30am on 25 February and ends at 6pm on 28 February
Location: Saree Samui
135 Moo 4 Baan Tornsai, Tumbol Mae Nam,
Amphur Koh Samui, Suratthani 84330 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 7724-7666
Fax: +66 (0) 7724-8620
http://www.sareesamui.com/
Cost: Please see details above for full retreat package or yoga retreat alone.
Info: shirley@spandananda.com
Booking: vanida@yogaaum.com
tel: 084 928 4888

 


 
 
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