Gail Malizia Yoga Vacation


				Accommodations Guests will be housed at Majahua. Named for one of the indigenous plants, Majahua is architecturally unique, unassuming and playful. The structure resembles a giant sandcastle and was designed by owner Jose Enrique del Valle, who took great care in making Majahua an integral part of the natural terrain. Built on a four acre hillside that reaches down to the ocean, the suites at Majahua are ample yet cozy and private, with all the amenities of home including a spa and services such as aromatherapy and massage. Guests will feel they are in another world! Visit the Website at www.majahua.com
		About Chacala Chacala is a friendly fishing village of 500 inhabitants nestled on the edge of lush tropical jungle in the south of the state of Nayarit on the Pacific coast of Mexico. The mile long, golden sand beach lies in a protected cove, making it ideal for swimming or just playing in the surf. A birder's paradise, the bay is visited by Humpback whales during the Winter months. Other activities include hiking, cross country biking, snorkeling, horseback riding, or a visit to the petroglyphs at Altavista, a 30 minute drive from Chacala.
		The Practice There will be two yoga sessions most days. An early morning two-hour session will be a more vigorous, demanding practice. A late afternoon session will focus on restorative poses, pranayama and yoga philosophy. Participants should have a minimum of two year's practice or consent of the instructor and able to do shoulderstand. Practice in this case means regular class attendance and/or consistent home practice. The retreat is for experienced students (i.e., a minimum of two years practice). They should have a solid grounding in standing poses, practice shoulderstand, and have had instruction in headstand. The sessions will be held at an open-air shaded platform near the sea, a short walk from the lodging site.
		The Instructor Gail Malizia has been practicing yoga for over 30 years. She established and taught at The Seattle School of Yoga for 18 years before moving to Whidbey Island where she founded the Yoga Lodge. Gail is regarded as a knowledgeable teacher whose forte is thoroughness, depth, hands-on adjustments and the ability to modify postures to the needs of the student. Her principal teachers have been B.K.S. Iyenger for Hatha yoga and Dr. Michael Gladych for Raja yoga. Gail currently lives in La Manzanilla Mexico where she has built a home overlooking Tenacatita Bay. Gail has been on the yoga path for over 30 years and continues to explore and discover. "Yoga has different meanings and purposes for everyone. For me, yoga is a way of life that espouses generosity, simplicity and respect for all life.". - Gail Malizia www.gailinmexico.com
		Fees and Registration Double occupancy - $1050/ week Triple occupancy - $950/week Includes instruction, lodging, meals, local cuisine. (there will be an evening meal on arrival day and a full breakfast on departure day. ) Airfare to Mexico, transportation to and from the airport in Puerto Vallarta, and other activities are not included. Early registration is advised as space is limited to 10 participants. To Register Nonrefundable deposit of $300 USD, payable no later than November 31, will secure your place. Balance due no later than December 15, 2009. Contact Gail at gailinmexico@yahoo.com for further instruction. Confirmation A letter of confirmation with further information and other details will be sent upon receipt of your deposit. Cancellations Written cancellations made prior to December 31, 2005 will be refunded minus a $150 service fee. Cancellations made after that date will be refunded only if your place can be filled. For more information call Patricia or e-mail gailinmexico@yahoo.com