Three Treasures Qigong Retreat With Shifu Andy James
March 14-16, 2008 $370 plus GST
This unique and powerful course distills the wisdom and mind-body skills of the Buddhist-Daoist tradition so we can use them in our everyday lives – to improve our health and vitality, cut through stress and complexity, and bring clarity, meaning and compassion into every aspect of our lives. There is no need to re-invent the wheel! Each course module is designed to teach specific mind-body skills which will serve as stepping stones to the next level of personal mastery. *Credit hours will be given towards the Three Treasures Personal Mastery Program as well affiliated courses such as Traditional Chinese Mind-Body Skills for Yoga and Fitness Instructors. Location: Harmony Dawn Retreat, please contact us to register.
“Truth of You” Yoga Retreat with Nienke KYT and Elizabeth ND
April 18 – 20, 2008 6pm Friday until 4pm Sunday… $350
Connect with your truth and inner being of peace and joy while celebrating in the beauty of Harmony Dawn. Enjoy a Yoga Nidra (Conscious sleeping) experience on Friday night to invite deep rest and healing. Connect with the breath and body in the experience of Yoga each morning and afternoon. Celebrate and participate in “Our Creative Truth”, a playful workshop on Saturday. Craniosacral Treatment and Shaitsu Massage are available for an additional charge. Nourish your body with the delicious and nutritious fare of Harmony Dawn. Those with Naturopathic coverage will receive receipts for a portion of the cost. Beginners are welcome! To inquire contact yoga@harmonyhealth770.com or call 905-432-9828 ext3
Authentic Movement Workshop
Friday, May 2, 4 p.m. to Sunday, May 4, 3 p.m. $355
Authentic Movement is rooted in the principles of modern expressive dance and Jungian Depth Psychology. Its potential is to bring to consciousness previously hidden elements of unique personal, spiritual and creative aspects of the self. It is a physical practice that invites and teaches the ability to listen to and follow deep internal cues from the body. In its external form it is very simple. A 'Mover' (or several 'Movers') moves, with eyes closed, yielding to spontaneous sensory/kinaesthetic impulses. A 'Witness" (or several witnesses), with eyes open, offers presence and attention to the Mover. The Witness does not 'watch' or 'observe' the Mover. Rather, Mover and Witness together participate in the practice of attending to their own direct felt experience. Clearly and precisely formulated guidelines provide a safe and contained environment in which both Mover and Witness are free and protected from judgment, interpretation or projection. The practice includes reflective speaking and other creative forms of articulation in order to deepen individual insight. For those who have practiced Authentic Movement at least once or have experience in a similar discipline. Contact Leslie French, lfrench@georgebrown.ca 416 603-4044
Insight Meditation & Qigong Retreat With Shifu Andy James
Weekend – May 16-18, 2008 $325 (+ 6% GST)
Whole week – May 16-23, 2008 $875 (+ 6% GST)
Insight Meditation (Vipassana) is the foundation of Buddhist meditation practices. Simple, yet profound and powerful, it helps build awareness in each moment so you can begin to understand and free yourself from restrictive patterns, whether mental, emotional and physical. Ongoing practice leads not only to compassion and open-heartedness, but clarity and wisdom. Andy also uses active self-inquiry meditations to tackle specific conflicts. Qigong techniques will be specially selected by Shifu James to enhance cleansing, opening and grounding during the retreat. Qigong regulates body, energy (Qi) and mind. It has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), internal martial arts and spiritual transformation. Location: Harmony Dawn Retreat, please contact us to register.
Silent Mind Zen Retreat
Friday, May 23 to Wednesday, May 28, 2008 $465
This is a 5 day silent Zen meditation retreat, led by Thich nu Tinh Quang, Vietnamese Buddhist nun. It is a time to free yourself from all worldly ties and absorb yourself completely in concentration. SILENT MIND ZEN RETREAT provides a wonderful opportunity for discovering wisdom mind and developing a compassionate heart. It is reserved for those with some meditation experience. Although it is a silent retreat, there will be an opportunity for talking during some of the structured activities. Contact blueheronzencentre@cogeco.ca
Meditation Retreat -- Heart Opening and Insight Retreat
Weekend only May 30 to June 1 $325.00,
4 Day: May 30 to June 3 $575.00
The weekend portion of the retreat will be based on Metta - Kindness for oneself and others and on Tonglen - the transformation of suffering into kindness. On Sunday, we move from the open heart practices into investigation or Vipassana meditation. Vipassana or Insight Meditation is a practice that emphasizes the development of clarity and equanimity with awareness. Vipassana means 'to see separately' or to see clearly, distinctly and with penetration. This going deeply with awareness allows for transformation and release from our conditioning. The everchanging flow in mind and body is experienced with joy, affection and calm as we learn to take ourselves less seriously. Our retreats look to balance mind and body in our meditation practice. We include in the daily schedule, yoga in the morning and evening, formal walking and sitting meditation and time to be with nature. We ease naturally into silence. The reduction of inner chatter supports the outer silence just as letting go of social chatter and engagement enhances inner silence. www.friendsoftheheart.com
Yoga Retreat with Dr. Melissa West
June 13, 14, 15 2008, $375
Treat yourself to a weekend at an ecologically friendly retreat centre on Rice Lake near Cobourg exploring yoga, breath practice, walking meditations and vegetarian meals. Develop and deepen your yoga practice during a wonderful weekend of yoga. Profound release can occur over time with deep relaxation, mindful walking and an extended period of yoga practice. info@melissawest.com
Fall Yoga Retreat with Dr. Melissa West
October 24, 25, 26 2008, $375
Treat yourself to a weekend at an ecologically friendly retreat centre on Rice Lake near Cobourg exploring yoga, breath practice, walking meditations and vegetarian meals. Develop and deepen your yoga practice during a wonderful weekend of yoga. Profound release can occur over time with deep relaxation, mindful walking and an extended period of yoga practice. info@melissawest.com
