Week 1: February 13-20
Week 2: February 20-27
The Yoga Vacation includes:
•Two daily yoga classes, 7:30-9:30 a.m. and 4:00-6:00 p.m.
• Brunch daily
• Welcoming and farewell dinners held at poolside
• Double occupancy at beautiful Villas Shanti and additional nearby accommodations
• Ample time to enjoy the culture and beauty of Mexico
YOGA: There will be two yoga classes held daily in the spacious screened
yoga room surrounded by palm trees and flowers. Classes are based on the principles
and alignment of Anusara® and Iyengar Yoga. Morning classes are more active and challenging.
Afternoon classes will include forward bends, inversions, restoratives, pranayama and meditation. The
yoga vacation is geared to students with at least six months of yoga experience.
Props are provided.
ACTIVITIES: Although there is plenty of time between yoga
classes to rest and relax by the pool, in the hammock palapa, or on the quiet
white sand
beach, many activities are also available. The reef at Puerto Morelos is spectacular
and easily accessible. Snorkeling is fabulous, either from the shore or by
boat. Guests in previous years have enjoyed touring the Mayan ruins in Tulum
and Coba,
shopping in Playa del Carmen and Cancun, and exploring
Xcaret Ecological Park. On one day mid-week, only one early morning yoga class
will be held to accommodate those who wish to go on longer excursions.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Guests
will stay in beautiful and serene Villas Shanti and in additional
nearby properties located in the fishing village of Puerto Morelos,
22 miles south of Cancun. Each double room at Villas Shanti overlooks
the pool plaza and has its own kitchen and bathroom. Bottled water
and daily maid service are included.
MEALS: The yoga vacation includes a catered authentic
Mexican dinner held at 7:00 p.m. on the Saturday evening of arrival
and another on the following Friday prior to departure. Brunch
will be served poolside each day after the morning yoga class.
Small markets in town offer tropical fruits, vegetables, and staples
for those who like to cook. One delight of previous groups has
been to stroll into town in the evenings to sample the excellent
local cuisine and to enjoy the charm of the fishing village life
and culture.
TRANSPORTATION: Make your own travel arrangements
to fly into Cancun. Travel between the between the Cancun Airport
and Villas Shanti is easily available but not included. Shuttle
service by van is approximately
$15-$20 and cab fare usually runs about $40-$45. Make your departure
plans for any time on February 28 or March 7. The return cab fare
is less expensive.
COST:
$1,475 Single occupancy
$1,125 Double Occupancy
The cost includes accommodations, all yoga classes, a daily brunch and two
special catered dinners. A $200 deposit is required to reserve your space.
All balances are due January 9, 2009. The deposit is refundable through January 9, 2009, minus a $50 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given after January 9, 2009 unless
your
space can be filled from a waiting list.
Checks are preferred and should be made payable to THE HEALTH ADVANTAGE YOGA CENTER. To register, send your deposit to The Health Advantage Yoga Center, 1041 Sterling Road, Suite 202, Herndon, VA 20170, or call (703) 435-1571 with any questions.
See pictures of previous years
VISIT THE VILLAS SHANTI WEBSITE: http://www.villasshanti.com
Susan Van Nuys is the director of The Health Advantage Yoga Center. She has been a yoga  practitioner since 1989 and began teaching in 1997. A former Anusara® certified instructor, Susan has studied with many world-class Anusara and Iyengar teachers. She received a BS degree in computer science and linguistics from the College of William and Mary and she particularly enjoys applying the logic she learned while programming to the progressive teaching of yoga poses. Susan's approach is warm and clear with an appreciation of individual differences.
Join
Susan for a wonderful week as we connect to both our
outer world through Nature and our inner world through Yoga.
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