Aloha Retreat on the Big Island
with Jeannie Turner
The word
Aloha has many meanings. Most of us are
familiar with Aloha used as a greeting; ‘hello” or “goodbye” but it means more
than that. One translation of aloha is
“The joyful sharing of life energy in the present” another is “to stand front
or face up (alo) to receive the breath of life (ha) from above”. Aloha also means love in all its expressions
– familial, friendly, divine, love of life, nature, etc. These translations express the idea that
aloha is not just a greeting, but a practice; a way of being present and open
to life and love. The intention of this
retreat is to invite the spirit of Aloha.
Place has
power. The Aloha spirit arose out of the
spirit of the land, water, wind, sun, volcanoes, plants and people who are Hawaii
Every
culture has developed its own words, traditions and practices to cultivate and enter
into sacred space. I’ve been blessed to
have yoga as my way in, and the training and experience to share it effectively. In this retreat we’ll explore the yoga
practices of asana, pranayama, meditation, chant, and ritual.
With this
combination of place and practice we’ll have the opportunity to explore and to
gain insight about ourselves so that we live more fully, with Aloha; to learn
“by heart” practices that can serve us in our lives after the retreat is over; and
to share the breath of life.
The package
includes :
- Beautiful rooms.
- Early morning snack with coffee
or tea, and breakfast each day.
Lunch at the retreat 4 of the days, dinner at the retreat 3 of the
days, two group dinners at local restaurants-one at Bamboo and and one at
Minnie’s.
- Two integrated yoga practices
each day (which may include asana, pranayama, self-inquiry, chanting,
guided relaxation, and meditation) with Jeannie.
- Free time to explore your inner
being or the outer environment.
- Spa services are available by
appointment. Retreat guests get
$15% off the regular prices.
When:
Jan 20-27 (Seven nights)
Cost:
Shared room double occupancy—$1475 in the yurts, or $1775 in the hotel
rooms, per person. Single in the yurt, $2075 or in the hotel room $2625. Price includes tax and gratuity for retreat
package (not including spa services).
Where: Hawaii Island Retreat. For more information see their website: http://
http://www.hawaiiislandretreat.com/home
How: Fly into Kona
Here is
the information we need: Please send your name, address, phone and e-mail and a $350.00 deposit
to reserve your spot. Payment in full
will be required by Jan 1, 2013 .
Please indicate single or shared occupancy. We can’t promise to provide
you with a roommate, but will be glad to let you know of others that may want
to share a room.
