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Wildspirit Yoga proudly presents:

ANUSARA YOGA
RETURNING TO THE SOURCE IN LOS VILOS, CHILE
WITH AMY IPPOLITI
MARCH 7 - 14, 2009
Los Vilos, Chile at Canal Om Retreat Center

 

Calling all seekers, mermaids and mermen! Treat yourself to a deeply mystical yet light-hearted respite from winter by the ocean in Los Vilos, Chile. Join certified Anusara Yoga teacher, Amy Ippoliti, and a phenomenal staff at the pristine ocean-side paradise of Canal Om Retreat Center.

Traveling from Santiago to Los Vilos, you will pass through the exquisite Andes desert, enjoying magnificent mountain scenery and local fruits and veggies from roadside farm stands. Arriving at Canal Om, you will melt into a natural sanctuary nestled on twenty acres of breathtaking rocky Pacific coastline. Artful landscaping and tranquil manicured gardens provide an idyllic setting from which to enjoy the Pacific's deep blue waters, dramatic ocean spray, as well as a variety of water features and soaking pools. Everywhere you turn there is another stunning view to enjoy or the perfect spot to indulge and relax...whether it's the sauna, an ocean side pool, a garden bench or the hot tub....this hidden gem has it all!

Just soaking up the magnificent, transcendent seaside energy of Canal Om will enrich, uplift and connect you to your infinite self! Give yourself the gift of this spectacular retreat. You will cherish the
memories for a lifetime!

Download the PDF Flyer.

 

Your day will look like this:
Pranayama and meditation some mornings
Breakfast break
Anusara Yoga class with Amy
Lunch break
Dinner break

Each day includes dynamic yoga classes with Amy that will deepen your understanding of the elegant practice of Anusara Yoga, tantric philosophy, pranayama and meditation, all revealed through this powerful setting. Classes take place in Canal Om’s fully appointed yoga shala.

During Breaks from Yoga:

During breaks, ease away tension in their superb seawater therapy pools and sauna with ocean views. Or take a dip in the natural fresh water pool or Jacuzzi. Bodyworkers and energy workers will be on call – or join one of the many fantastic excursions available such as horseback riding, visiting a nearby cactus farm, or shopping for local crafts.
Accommodations:
Simple and elegant, the guest rooms at Canal Om have zen-like decor, each with its own distinct character. The chef uses locally-grown produce from their onsite greenhouse to produce scrumptious, hearty healthy meals.

COST:
Double:  $1,825.00

Single:   $1,975.00

Single Deluxe:  $2,100.00   Single Deluxe rooms are SOLD OUT


Price includes charming accommodations, three magnificent meals a day, and yoga instruction.

Transportation and excursions are separate.
 
We recommend bringing pocket money for optional shopping, bodywork, and extra tips for staff if you like.  

We also recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment, should anything unexpected happen, such as illness, theft, emergency, etc. www.travelsecure.com is a good choice.

To Register:
Be sure to plan for this retreat EARLY! Register as soon as you can to reserve your space and to take advantage of the most favorable airfares to Chile!  

To Register:  Please CLICK HERE to download the Registration form. 

Each person in your party must fill out a registration and payment form to participate.
Your space will be considered filled when we receive your registration form(s) and payment has cleared.

Questions? Feel free to contact Jessica at jessica@wildspirityoga.com or 720-335-6883.

For complete information and registration, please visit www.wildspirityoga.com ]

Payment Policy: A $500 deposit will reserve your space. Balance is due January 20, 2009. All payments are non-refundable. Because of this, we highly recommend that you protect your investment with travel insurance for your trip. To purchase travel insurance you can go to www.travelsecure.com or call (800) 873-9855.

  
Travel to Los Vilos:

Our retreat begins March 7th with dinner and ends on March 14th  after breakfast. Check out time is at noon. If you are coming from the States, you will need to purchase International tickets to Santiago, Chile.   We advise to book early to receive the most favorable airfare prices.  We suggest using  websites such as Kayak to search flights and car rentals. Chile is in the UTC/GMT  time zone.  Please plan accordingly to ensure you arrive in Chile during the day by March 7th.

 

Transportation will be provided by Canal Om from the Santiago airport  to the retreat center.  Please contact Jessica for additional details.


Check out Kayak for your travel planning!
We recommend using Kayak for researching/booking flights and car rentals for this retreat.

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About Amy Ippoliti:

Amy has been a student of yoga since 1986. Her study of hatha yoga, pranayama, yoga therapeutics, and yoga philosophy led her to become a certified Anusara Yoga teacher in 2000. She has traveled extensively with Anusara founder, John Friend, apprenticing with him on his national tours, and continues to be a leader in the Anusara Yoga community.

Amy has also studied closely with Tantric scholar, Dr. Douglas Brooks since 1999. Amy leads Anusara Yoga retreats, Immersions workshops, and teacher trainings internationally. She is known for her radically affirming teaching style and dynamism, offering her life experience with the potent Universal Principles of Alignment, elegant tantric yoga philosophy, and therapeutics that embody Anusara Yoga.
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View photo galleries from past retreats:

Italy - Anusara and the Art of Rhythm 2005 view gallery.
  Italy - Fall Retreat 2001 view gallery.
  Italy Fall Retreat 2001...The Infamous Prada Yoga Photo Shoot. view gallery.


questions? call (917) 847-3503 or write to Amy or Jessica