the ‘Garden Island’ of Fiji

November 1st to 7th

With guest teacher Mark Breadner and Heart of Yoga founder Mark Whitwell

Prices:

All-inclusive of transfers, accommodation, meals, twice daily Yoga practice and lesson / discussion with Mark Whittwell and Mark Breadner. Flights not included. Price on bases of two people sharing a double /twin room

Ocean View Room from US$ 2,175 p/p

Ocean Front Spa from  US$ 2,450 p/p

Single supplement                US$ 200

We made a simple promise to do our daily Yoga.  In return we were promised optimal health, better relationships and more intimacy.  Many immediate break-through:s already happened on the retreat, some regarding health issues, in relationships and  also in defining personal direction in life with clarity. All of them big things.

Some of us were blessed to have our partners with us on the retreats. Sometimes it is easier to see the change in other people, especially in our significant Other.  I certainly was, once again, struck by the instantaneous positive change when irregular practice turned daily.  Our intimacy got an instant boost, as well as my partner’s health, namely a previously elevated blood pressure which upon return from the retreat was back to normal again.  One of the highlights in Savusavu was the ceremony for a couple renewing their  wedding vows after 20+ years of marriage.  One yogini’s  partner attended his very first, then second and third yoga class on the retreat, without the initial intention of doing any yoga at all during the week. He is now keeping his promise and doing daily practice, with joy.

Some post-retreat comments so far :

“Thank you for suggesting me to come to Fiji, the best thing I have ever done.”    Yoga teacher – London

“I found the cyclone experience with all it’s uncertainties and disruptions to plans a somewhat interesting practice in putting yogic principles into action. Focus on what you can do and relax and surrender up the rest!! So many good things came of that. more time to practice Mark’s intelligent and insightful teachings in the shala, both by myself and sharing with David (who has stuck to his promise of daily practice!).  A big thankyou to you and Mark for sharing your unique gifts, it was a privilege to be a part of a group of like minded souls.
And, yes, I think David may well continue down a path I have been traversing myself for some time now (wonderful!!).”        Melanie – Adelaide

“What can I say?  Two weeks of amazing learning, experiencing and growing, both personally and as a couple – surrounded by beautiful nature and lovely people.  Simple and yet amazingly powerful tools for Living, Loving and Being.  So many things stick in my mind, like Mark’s ‘feel Better and Feel better’ line – which is proving so so true.  I Love my life, I Love my woman, and I am loving my Yoga!!”                 Andrew – Sydney (ex London…)

Please post your own Comments on the retreats!

Yogis inhaling together in Savusavu

Andrew, James and Mick striking a pose at the Bouma Falls in Taveuni

This year 2009 Mark Whittwell is teaching two retreats in gorgeous Fiji:

27 Nov – 4 Dec  09     Garden Island Resort,   Taveuni
7  Dec  -  13 Dec 09    Daku Resort,    Savusavu

Transform Your life without struggle:  This is Real Yoga experienced and taught form the heart.

The retreats are suitable for everyone from beginners to experienced Yogis and Yoga teachers.  The way Mark teaches is very holistic and intuitive:  He begins his sessions with an extensive dialogue with the students, where everyone has the opportunity to learn from each other’s experience, share and question.  Mark is dedicated to help students find an actual, natural personal Yoga practice, Yoga that is right for You.

Find more details on locations and Booking from:  www.heartofyogaretreats.com

Mark says:  ”If you can breathe, you can do Yoga.”

Garden Island Resort, Taveuni, Fiji

27th Nov – 4th Dec 2009

The award-winning Garden Island Resort is known for its excellent diving, professional and friendly dive operation, ocean front rooms with excellent views, wonderful staff and gorgeous lush tropical surroundings.

Taveuni is known for its rich diversity of marine, bird and plant life. Because of its thriving eco-system it is one of the most significant islands in the South

Pacific.

Fiji is located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, about two-thirds of the way from Hawaii to New Zealand. It is comprised of 332 islands, of which approximately 100 are inhabited.

Accomodation

Garden island Resort has modern Ocean View guest-rooms.

The larger, more luxurious Ocean View Garden guest-rooms are newly remodeled and furnished in 2009, each with King beds and bedrooms leading out to the private porch with private outdoor Spa. All rooms are equipped with essential amenities to ensure your utmost comfort and are located right on the water’s edge giving you sunning views over the straits and to the nearby islands.

US$ 1,800.00 p/p  Ocean View Room

US$ 2,250.00 p/p  Ocean View Garden Room with Private Spa

including: daily Yoga, accommodation, meals, excursions

Daku Resort, Savusavu, Vanua Levu, Fiji

7th – 13th Dec 2009

Savusavu calls itself the Hidden Paradise – and with good reason. It’s away from the rush of commercial vacationland, bus tours and international hotel chains.

Located on Fiji’s second largest island, Vanua Levu, Savusavu is a 50 minute very scenic flight from Nadi. You’ll land on a beautiful little airstrip by the sea. Daku Resort is about 8-10 minutes from the airport. From Daku you can take a beautiful 25 minute walk a along the sea to Savusavu town – or just a three minute taxi ride.

Accomodation

All of the traditional bures (cottages) at Daku

Resort look out over the gardens and onto Savusavu Bay. Daku Resort has 5 single Ocean View bures, 2 family Double Bures and one Ocean View Family Bure.

Each single Ocean View Bure has a bedroom with a double bed and an extra single bed, with a private bathroom and covered deck. There is a bar fridge and tea and coffee making facilities in each bure, and an overhead fan.

US$  1,436.00 p/p  including daily Yoga, a massage treatment,  meals, accommodation, excursions and local flights