email: karl@karlstraub.com
phone: 917-622-5509
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Upcoming Retreats
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Jan 22 - Mar 4
Hawaii: 3rd annual Hawaii yoga retreat
3rd Annual HAWAII JIVAMUKTI YOGA RETREAT w KARL STRAUB
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$1490/wk pp double occupancy.
2012 dates. 10% off when you stay 2 weeks or more.
week 1 (Jan 22-29)
week 2 (Jan 29-Feb 5)
week 3 (Feb 5-12)
week 4 (Feb 12-19)
week 5 (Feb 19-26
week 6 (Feb 26-Mar 4)
Stay at a historic buddhist temple by the Pacific Ocean on Big Island, Hawaii, choose from any of 6 weeks. You'll be there during peak humpback whale season, too.
Experience the healing benefits of yogic life in a tropical climate: fresh local fruits and produce, delicious vegan meals, daily meditation, yoga, beaches and island adventures. You will live and practice in a temple. Our yoga room is a 1600 sq ft space with wood floor & windows all around with views of the surrounding jungle and even a peek of the nearby ocean which lulls you into the deepest savasana. More info...
- May 7 11:00 am - May 13
Switzerland: Yoga, Meditation, & Massage Retreat
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workshop: Pure Bliss
Experience the unique benefits of three synergistic traditions: Zen Meditation, Jivamukti Yoga, & Thai Massage.
Enjoy world-class retreat facilities, one of the most beautiful settings on earth, chef-prepared vegetarian meals, and a daily program of Jivamukti yoga, Zen meditation, and Thai massage practice (give & receive)! Lodging, all meals & course fees are included in the price. You'll never forget this special experience. All levels welcome. Course in English.
There is pleasure, and there is bliss.
Forgo the first to obtain the latter. - The Buddha.
Comments from previous participants:
"This combination of meditation, yoga, and massage is just great! A perfect balance. I feel wonderful."
"Karl is a very effective teacher. He is funny and compassionate, but he never hesitates to give strict corrections when needed."
"I feel a deep relaxing effect from receiving the Thai massage each day, and I also enjoy learning how to do the techniques."
"This has been the most powerful retreat of my life; thank you."
"I got a whole new perspective on meditation, and I learned a lot about myself and my yoga practice."
Space for this course is limited to 22 students.
Participants all lend a hand to help with daily tasks to keep the retreat center and gardens tidy; approximately 45 minutes per day.
Begins: May 7, Monday, 6:15 PM (room checkin after 4pm)
Ends: May 27, Sunday, 1:00 PM
Karl is an American teacher known around the world for his friendly style, humor, and extensive knowledge and insights. He conducts courses and retreats in Hawaii, USA, Canada, and Europe. He has studied meditation with Zen masters Keido Fukushima and Joan Halifax, and he has extensive training and certifications in the Jivamukti Yoga, Tibetan Heart Yoga, and Thai massage traditions. more at www.karlstraub.com
Daily schedule (example, subject to change):
6:30 Zen meditation (zazen)
7:15 tea, fruit, bread, jam
8:00 yoga asana
10:00 brunch
15:30 Thai massage (give and receive)
18:00 dinner
20:00 evening program
21:00 silence until 10am
22:00 lights out
Room & Board, including teaching fees:
Multi-share Room:Sfr. 985
Double Room: Sfr. 1075
Single Room: Sfr. 1195