Retreats at Harbin Hot Springs

Settling in to Meditation
A Weekend Yoga Workshop
Harbin Hot Springs, CA
Upcoming: May 2009 - TBA

Set in the beautiful and tranquil Mountain Lodge, five two-hour classes will be offered focusing on allignment with the breath. Classes will be structured for student's particular needs using skillful hands-on adjustment, partner poses, and lots of laughter. Each session will be followed with Pranayama and a seated meditation. There will be a special group program on Saturday evening. The workshop is limited to 18 people.

Cost: TBA

Workshops at Esalen Institute

Esalen Institute
Big Sur, CA

Integrated Meridian Massage - 30 hours, August 10 - 15, 2008

Paméla Espinoza & Jim Gallas
Relaxation and healing can be accessed more fully when we learn to work with the body’s energetic pathways. This workshop is a synthesis of Eastern and Western bodywork styles, designed to open awareness in participants so they can sense the subtle movement of energy (chi) in themselves and in those they massage. Students will explore the Chinese energetic map as well as movement patterns through the fascial layers. By using Yang (active and deep) and Yin (nurturing and receptive) qualities of touch, we can both energize and relax the receiver. Specific acupressure points will be demonstrated for release of tension in major problem areas such as shoulders, neck, and lower back.

Bodyworkers will benefit from learning body mechanics which flow from the organic ease of Tai Chi, Chi Kung, and Lomi Lomi, and open one to the abundance of energy that is ever present.

Jim and Paméla have a combined fifty years of experience in the healing arts

Streams of Energy work scholar month, September 21 – October 18, 2008

The Work Study Program is a 28-day program for those interested in an intense involvement with the Esalen environment. A work- and service-oriented program, it is emotionally and physically challenging, and only rarely is it restful. Participants work 32 hours per week in one of Esalen’s departments and participate in that department’s program.

Register with Maryanne: (831) 667-3080

CEUs available for NCBTMB practitioners

Reservations Information (Accomodations & Pricing)

Retreat at Sierra Hot Springs

Meditation and Yoga
Sierra Hot Springs
Sierraville, CA
Thursday, September 11 – Sunday, September 14, 2008

Workshop includes:

• yoga & meditation sessions, twice a day
• lots of time to soak in the natural hot springs, hike, horseback ride, visit Lake Tahoe or relaaax
• camping on the beautiful property or in the common room of Sierraville Hot Springs (45 minutes North of Truckee, CA)

Delicious meals, rooms or dorm accommodation are available for an additional cost. To book a room, call Sierraville Hot Springs at (530) 994-3773

Cost: $250 (if paid in full before August 1st, $300 thereafter) includes all instruction, camping indoors (common room) or outdoors, use of the hot springs and all facilities.

Please send $100 non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot to:

Jim Gallas, c/o Lisa Martin 41 Grandview Street, Suite 1304, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Nevada City, California

Table Shiatsu
Phillips School of Massage
Nevada City, CA
August 2 - 3, 2008

To register call 530-265-4645
or info@handsinharmony.com

Table Shiatsu is a contemporary adaptation of the traditional Japanese modality which is normally practiced on a mat on the floor. In this course, students work on practice clients comfortably clothed on a standard massage table. During this workshop, students will learn:

• a full body Shiatsu massage sequence
• a streamlined introduction to the meridian and point theory of traditional Chinese medicine
• proper body mechanics which will enhance their comfort while giving sessions and increase their longevity in the field of massage therapy.
• self care exercises including, Chi Kung, simple yoga stretches, centering techniques
  and silent meditation
  

Baliville Retreats in Mexico

Yoga Intensive
Baliville
Sayulita, Mexico

November 29 - December 6, 2008
February 1 - 7, 2009
Feburary 15 - 22, 2009
March 22 - 29, 2009

Accomodations are at Baliville, a small community in an environmentally protected jungle reserve, one mile from the town of Sayulita. The homes are antique wooden houses imported from Indonesia.

Include:

• 11 Yoga classes (6 morning classes and 5 afternoon classes)
• 5 Guided sunset meditation sessions
• 1 Jungle walk with local birding expert
• 1 Lecture on the Huichol Indian Culture, by an anthropologist who has studied the culture for 20 years
• 1 Lecture on the famous Mata Ortiz pottery from a leading Puerto Vallarta Art gallery owner
• 7 Breakfasts at Baliville
• 5 Evening meals
• 2 Free evenings with transportation to and from town for dining experience in Sayulita

Additional activities available:

• Horseback riding
• Surf lessons
• Boat trips and/or fishing excursions
• Day trip to Puerto Vallarta
• Body work sessions
• Private or group Spanish lessons

More itinerary, information, & to register