Yoga Journey into the Sacred Rhythms of the Feminine

Come to beautiful Samoa to nourish a deep, sacred connection with the center of your feminine being. Come explore this magical land surrounded by turquoise waters and abundant waterfalls, this land which translates into English as "Sacred Center."

On this retreat we will join together as women, creating a space that is safe and respectful and nurturing. We will sleep Samoan style beside the ocean in beach fales that are built and owned by Samoan families. We will wake every morning to the sunrise, opening our day with gentle yoga, guided meditation and chanting. We will spend our days being guided in the ways of Luna yoga, which is wonderful for a woman's body cycles and enhances our rhythmic connection to the moon. We will explore using our voice with singing and chanting.

To further cultivate a deeper relationship to our mind/body/spirit, we will be guided in solo time to receive the gifts of this magical, restorative land of Samoa. Through mindful walks on white sand beaches and time alone sitting by waterfalls, we will be invited to look into the mirror of the natural world, as a mirror to our own true inner nature. We will discover that the natural beauty and peace that surrounds us, is also within us. Please feel welcome to join this retreat even if you are new to yoga and song. This will truly be a journey of guided exploration into the sacred rhythms of our feminine nature.

Trip Location:

Samoan Islands, South Pacific (Larger Map)

Dates:

November 7-20, 2006

Leaders:

Taialofa                   Amy Biesemeyer

Your guide Taialofa lives in Samoa (detailed biography). She has designed this retreat to truly nourish the female spirit. Amy, from California, brings her gifts of song, chanting and guided journeying to this sacred retreat. Both guides have a passion for helping woman to know how to nurture themselves

Is this Adventure for You?

If you have been looking for an inspiring retreat and vacation that will nourish your soul and give you plenty of relaxing beach and waterfall time then this is the retreat for you! Being on retreat with women allows for internal reflection and healing. Many times we can transform in much needed healing ways on a women’s retreat. We have designed this retreat to nourish the body, mind, and spirit in fresh and rejuvenating ways. Please join us! Give yourself this island retreat and you will so glad you did and we will be honored to have you as part of the group!

Typical Daily Schedule:

6:30                         AM Sunrise Meditation 
8:30                         Breakfast 
9:30                         Walking meditation along the seashore.
NOON                    Lunch 
1:00 PM                  Snorkel to the natural Jacuzzi and swim there!
4:00                         Yoga 
6:30                          Dinner 
8:00                          Meditation 

What to bring:

Clothes should be modest and breathable. Women's shirts should cover the shoulders and skirts/shorts should be below the knees for going to the villages. At the resorts and around the one small town, Apia, it is alright to dress with less, but still preferred to stay elegantly conservative. Both men and women will be provided with a lavalava (traditional wrap) for wearing in the villages.  (Detailed Packing List)