with Sonya Genel January 9th-11th, 2015
Escape for three days of self-care, relaxation and deep renewal.
Everyone knows how stressful the holiday season can be. As we move deeper into winter, the dark time of the year, our bodies naturally call for us to slow down and turn inside.
Unfortunately, many of us do just the opposite during this time. Hectic family gatherings, busy shopping trips, holiday parties, and extra travel- all exhaust the body and mind. This year, give yourself the gift of self-care. Make time for a weekend of deep renewal and return to your life on Monday morning profoundly revitalized!
This 3 day retreat is a restorative program held at the beautiful Ratna Ling Retreat Center. Only 2 hours drive from San Francisco, the unique architecture of Ratna Ling harmonizes with the natural grandeur of the surrounding coastal mountains facilitating a deeper appreciation for the boundless potential within each of us.
Redwood lined walking paths, ponds and expansive views provide peaceful havens for quiet contemplation. Nearby, enjoy easy access to the beautiful surrounding landscape and spectacular coastal vistas. As a guest enjoy quality and spacious lodging in the brand new private Cottages, plentiful and delicious vegetarian meals, and the warm hospitality of the resident volunteer community.
Join Sonya and friends as we gather again to set the tone for a fantastic 2015 with group sessions, yoga classes, meditation classes, organic meals, lodging, and access to grounds and library. You will have a private bedroom in a spacious cottage shared with only one other person. The bathroom in each cottage has a luxurious hot tub with jets.
Weekend will also include meditation instruction in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition from a Ratna Ling resident instructor.
“Meditation allows us to contact our pure nature directly, and discover the awakened quality that is always there, at every moment of our lives.”
-Tarthang Tulku, Hidden Mind of Freedom
DATES:
Check in 4pm on Friday, 1/9
Depart 3pm on Sunday, 1/11
PRICE:
$610.
*Couples who share a bed get %10 off
Rate includes: Group sessions, yoga classes, meditation classes, organic meals, lodging, and access to hiking trails, grounds, and library. You have a private bedroom in a spacious cottage shared with only one other person. The bathroom in each cottage has a luxurious hot tub with jets.
*Massage is available at an additional rate and must be booked in advanced.
Retreat Schedule:
Friday January 9th
4pm Arrival at Ratna Ling
**If you are arriving at another time, please let us know**
4 to 5pm Settling in & unpacking
5 to 5:30pm Welcome Circle
5:30 to 6:15pm Dinner
7pm to 8:30pm Mellow Yoga
Saturday January 10th
8 to 9am Breakfast
9:30 to 11:30am Morning Flow Yoga and Pranayama
12 to 1pm Lunch
1 to 4pm Free Time (read a novel, sip wine on the deck, 
visit your neighbors, soak in the bathtub, walk the grounds,
write in your journal, or take a nap)
4 to 5pm Meditation Class offered by Ratna Ling
5:30 to 6:15 pm Delicious Dinner in the lodge
6:45 to 9pm Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra
Sunday January 11th
8:00 to 10:00am Yoga, Mantra, and Meditation
10:00 to 11:00am Brunch
11:00am to 12:00pm Pack up & Check out
12:30 to 2:30pm Closing Ceremony
3:00pm Depart Ratna Ling
