Winter Rhythms: Embodied Yoga and Dance Intensive
HAWAII YOGA RETREAT, Kalani Oceanside resort,
Big Island, Hawaii

with Melina Meza, Chiara Guerrieri, and Lara McIntosh

February 13-20, 2011
Register Early! to hold your spot

We invite you to drink in some fun this winter! Join us for a new, dynamic collaboration where Melina’s Seasonal Vinyasa Ayurvedic insights, Chiara’s core-awakening style of yoga, and Lara’s Afro-infused Wassa Dance (Afro-infused blend of elemental movement) come together to nourish your body, lift your spirits, and shake your bootie to kick off the winter season. Melina, Chiara, and Lara each bring over 15 years of dedication to their practice, and together they will help you free up vitality and luminosity.

Seasonal Vinyasa describes Melina Meza’s artistic style of sequencing asana to match the rhythm of the seasons. In this winter workshop, Melina will offer new perspectives on how to live and practice in harmony with the Kapha season, adapting dietary approaches, cleansing techniques, and lifestyle routines to be in synch with nature.

Chiara’s class will focus on strengthening the core of the body and manifesting vital, grounding power—that which sustains you. It is only with a strong sense of stability and security in our physical and emotional core, that we can then begin to focus on finding more opening, freedom and joy in our yoga practice, both on and off the mat.
Inspired by music specially created for her unique dance style, Lara will help you explore rhythm and spirit to unlock your movement potential and inspire the dancer in you. In this unique collaboration, Lara brings her experience as a teacher, dancer, choreographer, performer, and devotee to Afro-Infused music and culture to Kalani Oceanside Retreat.

Kalani Oceanside Retreat Center is located in the district of Puna, which is on the southeast coast, surrounded by the mountains, jungle, sea and volcano -- the natural elements give rise to the countless legends and myths within the Hawaiian Islands. Across the road from Kalani, dramatic lava cliffs which offer breath taking views of the sunrise, turtles, dolphins, whale watching and a short walk to the nearest black sand beach.

Nearby attractions include:

• Natural black sand beach
• Volcanoes National Park
• Lava tube cave
• Tidal pools for splashing and snorkeling
• Natural steam baths
• Bays for fishing and kayaking
• Spectacular waterfalls
• Ancient forest of lava tree molds
• Botanical gardens

Included in the retreat:
Guided daily meditation, two asana classes a day,anatomy workshop, Ayurvedic discussions, spring vinyasa manual, three delicious meals a day, and accommodations.

Retreat begins on Sunday, February 13 late afternoon and ends on February 20 early afternoon.

Cost per person:
Tree House: $1875 (shared), $2575 (single)
Cottage: $1550 (shared), $1900 (single)
Lodge Room with private bath: $1450 (shared), $1800 (single)
Lodge Room with shared bath: $1350 (shared), $1700 (single)
Campsite: $1175

Register:

To reserve your space, send a $500 deposit to:
Melina Meza
Attn: Winter Rhythms Retreat
5539 39th Ave. NE
Seattle, WA 98105

To pay your deposit by Pay Pal, please use the link below. Your balance can be paid via check or Pay Pal (please email Melina for your final Pay Pal invoice).



Flight/Transportation Information:
Fly into the Hilo Airport, Big Island (ITO)
Flights into the Kona side will require car rental…sorry no shuttles from Kona
Shuttles are available for an additional cost to and from Kalani

Cancellation Policy:
No refunds for cancellations within 6 weeks of your workshop (unless we can fill your space). No refunds will be made for failure to attend or failure to complete the retreat.

Teacher Bio's
Melina Bio
Chiara, www.chiarayoga.com

Lara, hwassadance.com

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