Big Island, Hawaii.
3rd annual Yoga & Dolphins Adventure Retreat w Karl Straub
Jan 21-Mar 4, 2012.
Choose any of 6 weeks.
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Description: Double occupancy only $1490 pp/wk. 10% discount for multiple weeks. Amazing vegetarian meals, great friends, and twice daily yoga set in a beautiful historic temple by the Pacific Ocean. Imagine breathing the purest air on Earth as you watch the sunrise over the ocean. Space is limited to 12 guests per week, so book today while your preferred weeks are still available.
enjoy day trips to visit beaches, whales, dolphins, volcanoes, waterfalls…
Ocean-front sunrise spot 2 minutes walk from your bed.
Optional excursions include swim w wild dolphins in the open ocean, chartered boat trips & humpback whale watching, beaches, jungle hikes, thermal ponds, live volcano, waterfalls, and more. Spa treatments / massage by visiting guest therapists by appointment.
Our yoga room (pictured above) is 1600 sq ft with hardwood floors & lots of natural light. Bedrooms are comfortable, and simple (pictured below), with views of green jungle and a glimpse of the ocean. You can hear the ocean from your bed! All bath areas are shared. The experience is more like an extended family, not a full-sevice hotel, so we all lend a hand to keep the kitchen, temple, and living areas tidy.
All levels welcome. Our group will be limited to 12 persons per week so we have the luxury of individual ‘tuning’ for each person from near-beginner to advanced. All activities are optional, so if you feel like walking the shore rather than yoga class sometimes–no problem!
2012 Hawaii yoga retreat dates:
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)
–10% discount for multiple weeks!
Travel, Checkin, and Logistics: Nearest airport: Hilo (ITO). Plan to arrive Sunday after 4pm, checkout following Sunday by 11am. If you require alternate arrival/depart dates please email karl@karlstraub.com. Cheap flights and car rentals via expedia.com. Rental car required for excursions.
Can I bring my child? The retreat center is not suitable for children under 12. However, families with younger children may obtain their own independent housing nearby and participate as desired in our yoga programs at a reduced rate.
What about pets? We love pets, but they’re not allowed at the retreat.
Other questions? contact karl@karlstraub.com
About the retreat location:
Our retreat is housed in a historic buddhist temple set in lush green jungle 3 minutes walk to the ocean at Laupahoehoe Point (north shore, Big Island, Hawaii). You can hear the ocean (about 350 m away), and you can see a glimpse of the ocean through the jungle out the bedroom windows. No other houses are visible from our retreat temple, so it has a very private feeling. The only sign of other humans is the occasional trekker or car passing on the small paved road in front which leads to the ocean.
Our retreat temple tucked in the jungle by the ocean. See it?
The house is an old buddhist temple, not a fancy hotel, so the furnishings are very simple. All our baths are shared. We have two full bathrooms which have bathtubs, and we also have a nice outdoor shower with hot water. The beds are comfortable; clean linens and bath towels are provided. We practice yoga in the beautiful 1600 sq ft. temple room. Yoga mats, blocks, blankets, straps, etc. are provided. Each week we have an average of 8-10 very interesting guests from around the world, and never more than 12 people. So the atmosphere is very friendly.
We are located by Laupahoehoe Point Park and it’s large clean grass-covered lawn, picnic tables, dramatic coast for walks along the ocean, and great places for outdoor yoga or meditation in shade or sun.
The park is a perfect place for walking, picnics, naps, reading, etc. For times when you want to stay walking distance from the retreat you can enjoy the big park by the ocean, find your own secret ocean-front cove with no other people around, or explore the jungle all around the retreat. Huge trees, flowers, fruit, and no hotels for many miles. You might feel like you’re in the movie Avatar. In addition to the big lawn at the public park, we also have a small private grassy lawn in the garden behind the temple which is ideal for private sunbathing, reading, etc. In our temple garden you will find tropical fruits – bananas, lemons, oranges, grapefruits, papaya, cacao, and more.
What to bring:
Our retreat is on the north shore of Hawaii (Big Island) with a lush jungle climate, rain and sun mixed. It is usually very warm in the daytime and cool at night. In addition to your swimsuit also bring a sweater or hoodie and light rain jacket. Also bring flashlight sunglasses, sun-hat, beach blanket/towel, and house slippers (no street shoes in the temple). In consideration of other guests who want a rest from stressful ‘news’, please do not bring newspapers or magazines.
Daily Schedule – example, exact details provided on arrival.
6:15 Sunrise ocean walk and meditation (optional)
7:15 self-service light breakfast: Kona Coffee / Tea / Fruit
8:00 Yoga class. Energizing yoga session with Karl Straub, and special guest teachers.
Sessions include Jivamukti yoga, vinyasa, partner yoga, pranayama, meditation, music, and the luxury of ample individual attention.
10:00 BRUNCH, chef-prepared vegetarian items featuring local produce
Free-time for rest/reading or self-directed island adventures (rental car required).
Retreat staff provide a list of favorite spots: Hapuna beach, Hawi, Pololu, Kilauea Volcano, etc. These day-trips can be comfortably accomplished if you depart the retreat center after brunch, then return at your convenience in the afternoon / evening.
4:30pm (most days) yoga session (temple or beach) featuring restorative poses, mini workshops, and other special themes.
6:00 DINNER delicious chef-prepared vegetarian cuisine.
Evening: free time to connect with the power of Hawaii in any way that resonates with you. Some evenings special guests like local musicians may present evening talks or music.
10:00 pm lights out. Super stargazing! No light pollution!
Silence from 10pm ’til 10am.
Important Note about local transportation: Guests are required to have their own rental car for day excursions to explore beaches and other island attractions like volcano, waterfalls, etc. To get the best price you should reserve your rental car immediately at the same time with your airfare. After you arrive in Hawaii you can decide if you wish to share a car with another guest to save money. Car rentals sometimes permit early return without penalty, check your car rental contract for details. The retreat staff will be occupied with various duties and can not be involved in local guest transportation except for airport transfers to/from Hilo airport (ITO) which may be reserved in advance for $20 per person each way. Thanks, and we look forward to welcoming you on the Big Island!
Akaka Falls (300′ high). 15 minutes from our retreat.