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8 Limbs Yoga in France
June 23-29, 2005
This retreat will be a rare opportunity to blend yoga, history and culture
in a setting of contemplation and fine living. The yoga practice itself will take place in the Chateau’s Orangerie (where the orange trees formally were kept.)
Delicious, authentic cuisine will be provided on site at the Château, and participants will also have ample opportunity to explore the local scene in Poitiers or make a day-trip to Paris or the nearby countryside. Shared accommodation will be in the finely restored Château bedrooms.
Near by attractions:
- Beautiful medieval architecture of the surrounding region.
- Ultra picturesque village
- 13th century castle
- Charming village on River Vienne
- Other chateau with beautifully landscaped grounds and gardens overlooking the river
- Early Romanesque church wit beautifully landscaped grounds
- Attractive markets: Antiques, French gloss, art and design
Recreational opportunities:
- Bicycling (Miles of beautiful winding paved back roads extend outward from the chateau through low rolling farm lands, forests and villages)
- Golfing (Pleasant 18 hole course on chateau grounds in Mignaloux Beauvoir)
- Horseback Riding @ Stables in Lavoux
- Kayaking (Kayak Center in Chauvigny)
- Swimming (on lovely bend in the River Vienne below a weir)
Instructors:
Katerina Wen (www.yogiway.org) & Eiric Ovrid are two of the most popular yoga teachers in the Seattle region. Both come from impressive background of yoga and spiritual studies. Their teachings are well received for their creativity and challenging qualities. They bring to you invigorating daily vinyasa classes as well as soulful, meditative practices that support the wholeness of your personal development.
Rates:
All rates include yoga instruction, lodging and three meals a day* transportation from Poitiers to Chateau Rates do not include airfare or transfer transportation.
Fee: $1650
Add: $80 for a shared rental car
Early Registration: $1550 paid by March 05, 05 Travel:
The retreat starts on Thursday the 23rd at dinner and ends on Wednesday the 29th after breakfast. Please make your travel arrangements accordingly. Brandi Morin from Flathead travel can assist you with booking your airfare to Paris. For airfare info, contact: Brandi Morin
(800) 223-9380 or email: [email protected]. Reference Code: 8 Limbs France Retreat.
Cancellation Policy:
Up to five weeks before start of retreat, we will refund amount paid minus $200. Within five weeks of the retreat, no refunds will be made.
Registration:
To register please mail your check to:
France Retreat
8 Limbs Yoga Centers
500 East Pike St.
Seattle, WA 98122
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For further information and reservations, contact:
8 Limbs Yoga Centers
500 East Pike St.
Seattle, WA 98122
206-325-1511
www.eightlimbsyoga.com
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