November 11 -16, 2009 - Veteran's Holiday Weekend!
6 days/5 nights of rejuvenation in the lush, tropical hills of Runaway Bay! |
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Get your holistic groove on!
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You do so much for others that you owe it to yourself to re-charge, restore and rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit with celebrated masters in the fields of health & wellness!
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| Holistic Soul Retreat 2009 - Runaway Bay, Jamaica! |
 The Holistic Soul Retreats are designed to provide you with the opportunity to de-stress and find the physical, emotional and spiritual balance that you so sorely need.
Nestled in the lush enclave of Runaway Bay Jamaica near Ocho Rios, the HEART Hotel provides the perfect getaway spot. Near white sandy beaches and in proximity of some of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the world it's. the ideal environment for you regain your balance.
You will be treated to a variety of empowering workshops from world renowned presenters inspiring you to greater heights of wellness upon your return to your "everyday life".
Dr. Sunyatta Amen, renowned holistic physician, master Belly Dance and Sexual Tai Chi instructor will present workshops on Belly Dance, Womb Healing, Sexual Tai Chi and Nutrition.
Master of Kemetic Yoga Yirser Ra Hotep will take you through the amazing system of ancient Egyptian or Kemetic Yoga and Meditation as well as workshops to help you to manage stress and to achieve and maintain your balance daily.
Other guests facilitators include Nana Kwabena Brown and his wife, Iya Marii will teach you to find your soulmate or jumpstart your current relationship; Master Herbalist Jawara Blake will teach you about the healing power of tropical herbs and the science of internal healing.
We will also enjoy morning nature walks, a hike and nature tour of Cranbrook Botanical Gardens and water falls, Healing Clay Baths to restore the glow and sheen to your skin, visits to the beach, shopping at the crafts market and enjoy a slice of Jamaica's famous party nightlife.
A highlight will be a trip to the Firewater Natural Healing Hot Springs. One of Jamaica's best kept secrets is a mineral spring that heals your skin, internal being and spirit. Local healers are able to create a fire in the water from the natural gases and massage you with warm towels to the utmost in rejuvenation!
HEART Hotel has a swimming pool, dining facilities and spa services are available upon request.
Double Room King Room
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| Holistic Soul Retreat - Daily Schedule of Activities |
Wednesday, November 11
Arrivals from Montego Bay Airport in afternoon
Relax, unpack & unwind with refreshments
8:00 pm ~ Orientation Dinner at H.E.A.R.T Hotel at Opening Unity Circle
Thursday, November 12
7:00 am ~ Morning Walk - moderate trek through the hills of St. Ann ending at ocean for a revitalizing morning dip
8:30 AM to 9:30 AM: Egyptian Style Morning Yoga with Yirser
9:30 to 10:30 AM Tropical Fruit Breakfast
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM: Belly Dance Boot Camp with Sunyatta
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Lunch
2:00-3:30 pm - Stress Management Workshop with Yirser
cultivate techniques to live stress-free everyday!
3:30 PM to 6:00 PM: Feel free to take this time for relaxation, spa service, private health consultations, etc. on your own. Enjoy!
6:00 PM: Dinner
 Friday, November 13
7:00 AM to 8:00 AM: Egyptian Style Morning Yoga with Yirser
8:15 AM to 9:00 AM: Tropical Fruit Breakfast
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM: Trip to Firewater Sulfur Spring Jacuzzi - soak in the natural healing hot waters of one of Jamaica's best kept secrets. Bring swimwear, towel Group A
9:30 AM to 11 AM : Natural Health Workshop with Brother Jawara, Group A
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Belly Dance Workshop with Sunyatta
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM: Light Lunch
1:00 to 2:00 PM: Sexual Tai Chi Workshop with Sunyatta
2:30 PM to 5:30 PM: To market to market we go! Shopping and exploring Ocho Rios Market
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM: Moonlight Meditation/Pranayama, Yirser
Saturday, November 14
7:30 AM to 8:30 AM: Tropical Fruit Breakfast
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM: Trip to Firewater Sulfur Spring Jacuzzi - soak in the natural healing hot waters of one of Jamaica's best kept secrets. Bring swimwear, towel, Group B
9:30 AM to 11 AM : Natural Health Workshop with Brother Jawara, Group A
12-1pm Lunch.
1:00 to 2:30 PM Healing Clay Detox on our private beach. With full body clay application, bake in the sun to pull out toxins and rinse off in the Caribbean Sea. Your skin will GLOW!
3:00 PM to 400 PM:  Relationship Enhancement Workshop with Nana Kwabana
4:00 PM to 5:00 Food Science Workshop
5:00 to 6:00 PM Sexual Tai Chi part 2 Workshop with Sunyatta
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM Dinner
9:00 PM-Until: PARTY NIGHT!
Sunday, November 15
7:30 AM to 8:30 AM: Tropical Fruit Breakfast
9:00 am ~ Leave for Flower Forest. Bring swimwear, a beach towel, yoga mat
You will see Jamaica's natural beauty on full display with the full spectrum of tropical flowers, herbs, trees, and river in this unspoiled rain forest. Take a waterfall dip, herbal medicine q&a
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM: Lunch
2:00 PM to 4:00 Beach and Clay Detox at Private Beach, Healing Red Clay on the Beach - With full body clay application, rinse off in the Caribbean Sea, your skin will GLOW after baking in the sun.
4:00 PM to 7:00 Feel free to take this time for relaxation, spa service, private health consultations, etc. on your own. Enjoy!
7:00 PM: Grand Feast and Closing Circle: White attire requested
Monday, November 16 (Veteran's Day)
6:00 AM to 7:00 AM: Yoga and Meditation, Yirser
7:00 to 8:30 AM Breakfast
9:00am - Closing Ceremony
Various times ~ Departure to Montego Bay Airport
Only $925.00! This includes ground transportation, day trips, meals, accommodations, workshops; everything except airfare!
We just checked Spirit Airlines website: $200 round trip from DC to Montego Bay! Grab your seats now!
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Meet Dr. Sunyatta
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 Dr. Sunyatta Amen is a renowned Naturopathic Physician with a mission to teach the world to live a natural, sexy life through movement. Dr. Sunyatta, who grew up in a family of traditional healers, wanted to share with others the healing methods and carry on the family tradition.
Dr. Sunyatta's message of personal empowerment has helped thousands of people make significant, positive changes in their lives. Her electrifying energy is unforgettable. Her work as a natural lifestyle specialist have resulted in Dr. Sunyatta being referred to as "The Holistic Healer to the Stars" by her industry peers.
Dr. Sunyatta travels the world teaching the many art forms of healing movement at corporate events, retreats and seminars. Dr. Sunyatta is also the Natural Health Advisor for Michael Baisden's nationally syndicated radio and television programs on ABC Networks as well as the host of her own show, 'Bush Medicine' on Pacifica Networks. She has been featured in The Washington Post, The London Times, Black Enterprise, Heart & Soul Magazine and many more. She has also appeared on numerous TV programs including The Montel Williams Show and the BBC. She is the
In 2002, Dr. Sunyatta founded the Belly Dancers of Color Association (BOCA) a non-profit organization with the mission to broaden awareness of the roots of Belly dance and various forms of cultural movement. Her Movement and Wellness Festival is the largest festival of it's kind in the U.S.
Dr. Sunyatta has produced the best selling bellydance instructional DVD titled Moor Hips and is the author of the soon to be released World's Sexiest Cookbook.
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Meet Yirser Ra Hotep
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Yirser Ra Hotep is a master instructor of Yoga and the creator of the YogaSkills Method™. He is also the most senior instructor of Kemetic Yoga in the United States with over 33 years of experience p racticing and teaching.
He has been featured in publications such as Yoga Journal, Yoga Chicago, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Parent, African Business and Culture to name a few. He has also been interviewed and featured on WGN TV, ABC TV, NBC TV, CBS TV and has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show.
Yirser was involved with the original research and documentation of Kemetic Yoga along with master Instructor Dr. Asar Ha-pi in the 1970s. Yirser has continued to research, document and expand on the foundations of Kemetic Yoga. He has written extensively, lectured and led workshops throughout the United States, Africa and the Caribbean, including Cuba.
Yirser has trained and certified over 100 Kemetic Yoga instructors throughout the United States and has been recognized for his innovative Yoga Therapy programs for pre-school children, school age children and teens. Yirser holds a master's degree in Social Service Administration from the University of Chicago. Through his consulting business, YogaSkills Stress Management and Wellness he has provided services to major corporations, large social service agencies. He is a visiting professor at DePaul University where he teaches courses in Stress Management, Yogic Science, Comparative Religious and Philosophical Systems and the African American Family.
Yirser is a registered Yoga Instructor with the Yoga Alliance.
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