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This Retreat Will Offer the opportunity to relax, rejuvenate the body, calm the mind, and open the heart. It will take place in a beautiful natural setting with time to reflect and enjoy nature. A vegetarian lunch will be included (chair massage will also be available during the lunch break at an additional
charge). All fees from the retreat will be donated to charity projects worldwide.

The morning session will include hatha yoga postures and pranayama (breathing exercises) to strengthen and revitalize, bring flexibility to the body and relaxing both body and mind. Moving from the heart and receptivity to divine love and grace will be emphasized. The afternoon session will include a walking meditation, chanting, discussion, and several sitting meditations.

 

Instructor Biography:

Gail Stepanek (Suvani), MA

Suvani has been teaching and practicing yoga, meditation, and dance for over 35 years. She was a professional modern dancer and choreographer in New York where she directed her own dance company for 16 years. Suvani is a certified yoga instructor who has studied the styles of Sivananda Yoga, Integral Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, and Anusara Yoga.

She has taught in universities, colleges, studios, ashrams, and yoga centers throughout the U.S., Europe, and India. Suvani is currently an Instructor in Yoga at the Community College of San Francisco and World Yoga studio in Walnut Creek.

 

    Fees                                 Or register before Sept. 8th:
    Student Rate: $40         Student Rate: $30
    Regular Rate: $50         Regular Rate: $40

To RSVP for a shuttle pick-up at Castro Valley BART or for more information please contact us at: events@ammachi.org or call 510-537-9417 EXT 401.

This workshop is for all levels. Bring your own yoga mat or towel, a light blanket, a journal or art pad for writing and drawing, and a small cushion for meditation. Wear loose fitting clothes.

Registration Options:

  • Easy and quick online registrationor

  • Download the registration form (please note that the form is in PDF format and to help download click here) and MAIL it with check payable to M.A. Center, P.O. Box 613, San Ramon, CA 94583 or

  • FAX your registration form and Visa or Master Card information to: 510.217.2286. (No registrations taken over the phone.)

 

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