Archive for December 2008
Retreat Recommendation: Northfield Yoga Retreat, QLD
December 23, 2008 | 
Author Greetings,
I just got the below publicity for a Queensland yoga retreat in the mail. I’d consider donating an organ if it got me to this retreat. I’ve been known to bang-on about these teachers, so I’ll save you the carry-on. But: if you’re interested in learning Ashtanga from gooood teachers and also up for a break to renew you, lets say a holiday that’s an investment … then DO IT!
The below copy has been taken directly from their publicity.
Be Good,
D
Here is a link to a Flickr account of pics taken at a Northfield retreat on Paros, Greece last year: http://flickr.com/photos/53521895@N00/sets/72157606279017763/
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YOGA PARADISO with Leonie and Graeme Northfield
Sunday 19th April – Friday 1st May 2009, Australia
NORTH STRADBROKE ISLAND or ‘Straddie’ as it is best known is the largest of the great sandy beaches of Moreton Bay and lies just off the coast of Brisbane. The spectacular beaches, headlands, lakes and environment showcase nature at its breathtaking best!
THE WORKSHOP offers morning Astanga Yoga self-practice classes, catering for the specific needs and aims of each individual. Afternoon sessions on alternate days provide the opportunity for technical enquiry, pranayama and meditation.
Arrival is Sunday 19th April and the first class is Monday 20th at 8am. Free day is Sunday 26th.
Course completes after Friday 1st morning class.
The workshop is suitable for all levels – beginners are welcome!
ACCOMMODATION on STRADDIE is by your own choice and arrangement.
Options range from camping and cabins to a great variety of units and houses at Point Lookout.
Check out the websites listed below for accommodation, ferries and island information.
Our practice place is the Community Hall at Point Lookout (opp. the Bowling Club).
Cylinders, Deadman’s and Home Beaches are all within walking distance.
Course Fee A$850 /Accommodation not included
FURTHER ENQUIRIES
graemeandleonie@gmail.com
www.absoluteastangayoga.net
SUGGESTED WEBSITES
Real Estate Agents: www.straddie.info; www.raywhitestraddie.com; stradbrokeisland@rhq.com.au
Accommodation: www.stradbrokeholidays.com.au
Camping: Adder Rock Camping and Cabins – www.straddieholidayparks.com.au
Ferries: www.stradbrokeferries.com.au; www.seastradbroke.com
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Review of 08 SPRING YOGA
Review of 08 SPRING YOGA with D @ the Tasdance Studio, Launceston
Class sizes and content grew very quickly from August to now, so Tuesdays were added to the regular Thursday nights @ the yummy Tasdance Studio. Turned out to be a good idea (more space, more attention, more detail, more personal).I’ve seen faster progress in just one month on account of the Tuesday class. So, all good!
Class participants have been mixed yoga levels, mixed ages and mostly women who work in a huge variety of fields out there in ol’ Lonnie Town. This I like. Great group! I really appreciate the variety of people and what they give back to me. Teaching you all has been challenging and rewarding and often funny…very funny. I’ve seen huge growth in yoga knowledge amongst all. Been very inspiring indeed so I’m hoping a new season of classes will be on offer next year. I’ve just found out that I can’t rent the Tasdance studio next year, which was in the wind, so I’m on the hunt for a space. Here’s wishing for a beautie.
There’s talk (inside the caverns of my wee mind) of a newer better venue, more classes scheduled, kids and parents classes, importing some hot teachers for weekend retreats perhaps … but no confirmation as yet. I’m still ticking it over, slowly – slowly.
Thanks to all of you fine fellow yoga lovers. It’s been a treat to hang in the studio with you all and my commitment to yoga has deepened thanks to your input. I’m a student of yoga before I’m an instructor, so please know that hanging out with you in the studio gives me MORE that you could imagine.
Have a great Chrissy!
With Love and Thanks,
D
FY. YOGA Info.
ABC Yoga info reading: http://www.abc.net.au/health/features/stories/2005/11/03/1836361.htm
Australian Yoga Life Journal: http://www.ayl.com.au
D’s Favourite Yoga Teachers: http://www.absoluteastangayoga.net
Launceston Yoga Classes: http://www.launcestonyogacentre.com
Link to Ashtanga Yoga Video: http://www.ashtangaproductions.com
Launceston Yoga Classes: http://www.arc-fitness.com.au