• increase metabolism
• stoke your gastric fire
• sooth IBS symptoms (spastic colon)
• yoga benefits for constipation, diarrhea, gas & bloating
• core work to heat the belly
• Yamuna Body Rolling to lengthen abdominal muscles, lift intestines to release congestion and tension.

For more information and to register, contact Nancy Moelaert: www.shoresofserendipity.com, shoresofserendipity@shaw.ca, 250-337-2123. 

March 20th to April 3rd, 2012
Fresh Start Health Restoration Retreat

Five, Ten or Fourteen day Retreat that includes advanced whole-body detoxification, education, an emphasis on nutrition, fitness and emotional well-being. For more information about Fresh Start Retreats or to Pre-Register go to www.healthretreat.ca.

March 23rd to 25th, 2012
The Painting Experience with Annie Rousseau

In this workshop, everyone is welcome - even if you have never picked up a paintbrush.  The goal is free expression, with the emphasis on the creative process rather than technique.

Creative exploration is a voyage of discovery, where the journey itself is the goal.  The Painting Experience guides you into uncharted territory of painting directly from intuition, an unpredictable venture into colour, form and image where no rules apply.

The Painting Experience is an opportunity to embark on the greatest of all human adventures - embracing your own path and confidently following it.

"There are many levels of growth and spirit cloaked within this simple practice, it truly defies words." - PE participant

Tuition: $395 (USD) + $35 (USD) materials, includes healthy lunches Saturday and Sunday.  $150 (USD) deposit to register.

Accommodation: Special Rates for The Painting Experience ~ Private Accommodations: $80/night plus tax; Shared Accommodations: $40/per person plus taxes based on double occupancy.  Room rates include a healthy breakfast each morning of your stay.

For more information or to register, please visit The Painting Experience or call 250-703-0298.

April 19th to 22nd, 2012
Overcome Pain Yoga Retreat

Immerse yourself in safe effective practices to decrease your pain and improve the quality of your life.  Explore modern knowledge of chronic pain, and empower yourself with practical tools and yoga techniques designed to wind down your nervous system and promote positive, lasting changes in your body. 

Facilitated by a highly respected physiotherapist and yoga therapist, this session will leave you with an individualized plan to allow you continued improvements.  No yoga experience required.

For more information and to register, please visit www.lifeisnow.ca.

Retreat Facilitator - Neil Pearson, PT, MSc, BA-BPHE, CYT, RYT500 - Physiotherapist, Yoga Therapist, and Clinical Assistant Professor at UBC.

April 27th to 29th, 2012
Sacred Sounds, Sacred Movement

A unique opportunity to experience the powerful alchemical synergy of the Sacred Sounds of the vibrational music that comes through Mikeoula's singing bowls and keyboard, while opening to an ever deepening reconnection with our Sacred Self as we allow it to move us at all levels of our Being in Sacred Movement under the gentle guidance that comes through Christina Nienaber-Roberts.  Merging these systems creates a crucible where quantum leaps become possible, both personally and universally. This is going to be an amazingly powerful experience!  Dress comfortably in layers, bring outdoor clothes, and drums or percussion instruments.

Early Bird Rate Before March 21st, for the full weekend $252 (includes 2 gourmet lunches); Thereafter $333 and if received by April 13th it includes 2 lunches; After April 13th $333, no lunches; Friday night only $33.  Dinners, travel and accommodation are not included.  For special participant accommodation rates, contact Ocean Resort directly.

For more information and to register, please contact Christina Nienaber-Roberts at 250-890-9008 or through www.relaxandfeelradiant.com.  For more information on Mikeoula and her Sacred Music, please visit www.mikeoula.com.

April 29th to May 8th, 2012
Fresh Start Health Restoration Retreat

Five, Ten or Fourteen day Retreat that includes advanced whole-body detoxification, education, an emphasis on nutrition, fitness and emotional well-being. For more information about Fresh Start Retreats or to Pre-Register go to www.healthretreat.ca.

May 27th to June 10th, 2012
Fresh Start Health Restoration Retreat

Five, Ten or Fourteen day Retreat that includes advanced whole-body detoxification, education, an emphasis on nutrition, fitness and emotional well-being. For more information about Fresh Start Retreats or to Pre-Register go to www.healthretreat.ca.