March 13-24, 2010
Machu Picchu, Peru
Shamanic Yoga Pilgrimage Spring Equinox
with Ashley Turner
Click here to download the flyer for this retreat.
Designed as a dynamic catalyst for personal growth, this 12-day life-changing journey to the magical Andes will alter your perception of the world and how you relate to it. This exclusive immersion is open to a small set of dedicated students who are interested in a transformative, joyful exploration of consciousness.
Itinerary:
Sat 13 - arrive lima, welcome banquet
Sun 14 - fly to Cusco, bus to Sacred Valley & Hanaq Pacha; Opening Ceremony
Mon 15 - settle, hike to waterfall, yoga and free time
Tues 16 - day trip hike to Pisac ruins, market and Ulrike's cafe
Wed 17 - free day (hike, massage, lounge), Shamanic Ritual Ceremony 01
Thurs 18 - yoga, art, massage, Ritual Group Integration, visit Casa de Milagros
Fri 19 - train to Aguas Calientes, Sacred Architecture Tour of Machu Picchu
Sat 20 - hike Wayna Picchu, Spring Equinox Rite at Machu Picchu, train back to Sacred Valley
Sun 21 - free day (hike, massage, lounge) Shamanic Ritual Ceremony 02
Mon 22 - yoga, art, massage, Ritual Group Integration, Ollantaytambo Ruins
Tues 23 - closing ceremony, morning bus to Cusco, shop, free time, explore
Wed 24 - retreat ends, fly to Lima and on!!
Cost: $3150 per person ($3700 after 1/1/10) w/o airfare
$500 non-refundable deposit to reserve your space
fees must be paid in full before early bird deadline of 1/1/10 to receive discount
10% of all the proceeds will be donated to Casa de Milagros.
RETREAT INCLUDES:
all ground transport beginning in Cusco
all hotel accommodations
organic feasts from the garden
sunrise pranayama + meditation
morning vinyasa flow
afternoon practice + inquiry
2 shamanic ceremonies w/ Incan shaman
1 healing bodywork session
private ‘sacred architecture’ tour of Machu Picchu
Spring Equinox Rite at Machu Picchu
opening + closing ceremonies
2 private consultations w/ Ashley
MISSION:
The intention of this retreat is to facilitate healing and personal breakthroughs by departing ‘normal life’, immersing in the mystical traditions of shamanism, tantra and yoga while bonding with a powerful, inspiring community. Upon registration, you will receive a ‘Welcome Packet’ with details on travel to Peru, what to expect and how to prepare for this uplifting trip of a lifetime!
ABOUT CASA DE MILAGROS & Mama Kia:
Our host, Mama Kia, opened Casa de Milagros to provide shelter, food, medical care and a progressive education fostering a positive sense of self to over 3,500 orphans. It is funded by the Hanaq Pacha retreat center, donations and endowments. Each guest is requested to bring 1 bag of donated supplies. Please visit chandlersky.org for details.
FLIGHT INFORMATION:
Please arrange roundtrip airfare to Cusco (CUZ). Plan to arrive in Lima Saturday March 13th and leave on connecting flight to Cusco the morning of Sunday, March 14th (Lima hotel is included). Please contact Ted at Adventure Yoga Retreats for travel details and assistance.
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WEATHER IN PERU:
Days are usually warm (75ª-85ªF) filled with beautiful sunshine and crisp air. This is the dry season and with altitude (9,000+ ft.), the nights are cold (as low as 30ªF). Please bring warm clothing.
**This retreat is not for the light of heart. We will be at high altitudes, active in a more rustic environmnet. Peru also has the ability to transform your life, so be ready!**
Call Now to Register!
Limited space available.
$500 non-refundable deposit required to hold your space.
Contact Adventure Yoga Retreats
310-455-6681 or 877-624-6308
or info@ayretreats.com
Visit www.adventureyogaretreats.com and www.ashleyturner.org to sign up for newsletters and about events, workshops and upcoming adventures!
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Ashley Turner, M.A. teaches, writes and holds a private practice in East-West Psychotherapy. She is featured in Element Yoga DVD's and sits on the faculty of Kripalu and LMU's Yoga Philosophy Program. Inspired by a 13–month Priestess training, Ashley integrates Feminine Spirituality, Jungian Psychology, Tantra, Shamanism + Insight Meditation into her practice.www.AshleyTurner.org