women's retreat - the joy of movement
3 days of gentle yoga, nia and chiball
a retreat with deborah shaw
friday 23 april - monday 26th april
The sensation of the joy of movement is like our bodies saying YES!
It is not dependant on our fitness, flexibility or co-ordination.
It is a relationship with ourselves and a style of communication that is beyond our likes and dislikes. It is an approach to being alive that is grateful for our breath, that honours our experience of our bodies, that respects our psychology and intellect and is refreshed by our passion.
During this retreat we will explore our personal connection to the Joy of Movement. We will use the beauty and transformative power of yoga, the fun and expressivity of Nia and the quiet nurturing wisdom in ChiBall. And we will laugh; the healing juice of the universe.
A soft approach designed for enjoyment and ease, the retreat is suitable for all shapes, ages as well as people with little prior experiences. To find out more about Nia and ChiBall please visit the links at the end of the page or come and be surprised.
Enjoy morning Yoga, followed by breakfast and a Nia/ChiBall playshop mid morning, sumptuous vegetarian or vegan food, followed by an afternoon rest, or a spa or perhaps a massage at Hepburn Springs, or maybe a visit to Daylesford cafes and shops or surrounding bushland.
Deborah has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and teaching for 8 years. She is a Blue Belt Nia teacher and a level 1 ChiBall teacher. Her studies have included breathwork, and somatic psychotherapy. She has worked in community development, and women’s health and empowerment and is a popular presenter at conferences and community organisations. She is also runs a 7 day retreat in Fiji in July For more information please visit her web site.
Cost & Registration
The cost for the Retreat is $475 full price, $425 concession or the Special Early Bird Cost is $425 if paid in full by 5 April 2010.
Cost includes extensive yoga, nia and chiball tuition each day, delicious and healthy meals and shared accommodation.
You can choose a ChiBall from the 6 different colours and aromatherapy infused ChiBalls to take home with you as our gift.
To register for this Retreat please email or phone Deborah Shaw (see contact details below) and she will email or post a registration form. To secure your place, please send a deposit of $100 by cheque or money order made out to Deborah Shaw, and sent to 50 Stawell St Kew 3101. Full payment is due by 15 April 2010.
Those who have done a retreat with Deborah Before will receive a $25 discount (excluding the special early bird price). Please book early as it spaces are limited to 14 people and this retreat is expected will book out.
Refund Policy
A non-refundable deposit of $100 is required to secure your place. If there is a cancellation before 5 April 2010 the full amount MINUS the non-refundable deposit of $100 will be refunded. For any cancellations after 5 April 2010, there will be no refund except if your place can be filled and/or except in extenuating circumstances at the discretion of the Yoga Retreat Organisers. If the retreat is cancelled by the organisers, your full payment including your full deposit will be refunded.
What to Bring
- Yoga Mat - if you have one - if not we can provide this
- Meditation cushion - if you have one - if not we can provide this
- Full bedding: pillow, sheets and doona or sleeping bag
- Walking shoes to enjoy the surrounding bush
- Mosquito repellent - optional but handy!
For more information please contact Deborah info@movingworks.com.au www.movingworks.com.au
Phone: 0400 529 897
