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Info pack for weekend yoga retreat with Jivamukti teacher Katie Manitsas
When: 2pm Friday 23rd May – 2pm Sunday 25th May 2008
Where: Govinda Valley Holistic Retreat Centre, Otford
Cost: Early-bird special $380, after April 15th $420 (booking essential)
Lokah Samasta Sukhino Bhavantu ‘May all beings everywhere be happy and free and may the thoughts, words and actions of my own life contribute in some way to that happiness and to that freedom for all.’
Govinda Valley is surrounded by spectacular natural beauty, in Otford on the edge of the Royal National Park and the practice room is situated to take in the picturesque surrounds and the accommodation is simple and comfortable. We will be happily enjoying wholesome vegetarian food prepared by the cooks at Govinda Valley who work with the highest spiritual standards and the knowledge of ayurvedic nutrition (please let us know upon booking if you have any special dietary requirements). This peaceful setting is the perfect place to absorb the teachings of yoga and meditation. Govinda Valley is close to lovely bush walks and spectacular beaches and easily accessed by car (60-70 min) or train (50 min).
Getting there: Govinda Valley, Lot 1, Lady Carrington Rd, Otford NSW 2508 Ph : 02 42941769. Govinda Valley is situated approximately 60-70 minutes (by car), or 50 minutes by train, south of Sydney CBD, in Otford (near Helensburgh).
By Train: Govinda Valley is a 3 minute walks from Otford Train Station (50 minutes south from Sydney Central Station - trains operate to and from Sydney every 1 to 2 hours).
Walk down Station Rd and take your first right onto Lady Carrington Drive. There's a 'Govinda Valley' sign at this intersection.
Walk across the bridge and around the corner and you'll see two long driveways. Take the left one to Govinda Valley.
By Car: Take Highway 1 (also known as 'Princes Highway') 1 hour south from Sydney or 1/2 hour north of Wollongong. Take the Helensburg exit.
At the roundabout, go straight through along Lady Hargrave Road past the Hindu Temple and Stanwell Tops. Follow this until the T-intersection with Lady Wakehurst Drive.
Go straight through this intersection (you are now on Lady Wakehurst Road).
You'll pass Bald Hill Lookout on the right after a 30 second drive. Just after passing Bald Hill Lookout, take Otford Road to the left (there's a 'Govinda Valley' sign at this intersection).
Follow Otford Road for 3 minutes and go straight past the Fire Station (don't turn right) and a small bridge.
Turn right onto Lady Carrington Road (there's a 'Govinda Valley' sign at this intersection).
Take the first left (there's a 'Govinda Valley' sign at this intersection).
Drive across the bridge and around the corner there are two long driveways, take the left driveway to Govinda Valley.
What you need to bring: Yoga mat, a block if you have one, strap and any other props you usually practice with ie blankets, eye bag etc. Also you will need a sleeping bag/linen, however pillows are provided by Govinda valley. Bring several sets of practice clothes, warm clothes for the evenings, swimmers if you want to swim, walking shoes if you wish to explore the grounds and a torch for night. Bring pens and notebook, toiletries, towel, sunscreen, an open mind, a willingness to practice and a smile!
Samadhi Yoga is very pleased to welcome you to our first 2008 Jivamukti Retreat! We all look forward to sharing a fantastic weekend of yoga in a beautiful setting. The program will include yoga asana, meditation, chanting and relaxation. It will also include time to listen to philosophical lectures as well as be involved in discussion and ask questions.
We will start at 2pm on Friday (later arrivals are welcome but please let us know your estimated time of arrival at Govinda Valley). We will finish after lunch on Sunday. To book or enquire please call 02 9517 3280 or email info@samadhiyoga.com.au.
(02) 9517 3280 www.samadhiyoga.com.au info@samadhiyoga.com.au 36 Lennox Street, Newtown NSW 2042
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