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VITALITY CHI KUNG RETREATS
for Radiant Health & Well-being
Residential Health Retreats in Byron Bay
with Shirsha Marie and facilitators

2008 Retreats
Friday 25th to Tuesday 29th July
Friday 24th to Tuesday 28th October

2009 Retreats
Friday 16th to Tuesday 20th January
Friday 24th to Tuesday 28th April
Friday 5th to Tuesday 9th June
Friday 18th to Tuesday 22nd September

All Retreats are 4 days and 4 nights

COST: Twin Share $1140 per person
            Own Room $1440

Non-residential rates are available

SPECIAL EARLY BIRD PRICE
if booked, with deposit, 2 months in advance of Retreat.
        Twin Share AU $990
        Own Room AU $1290


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR YOUR RETREAT

Byron Living Arts Vitality Retreats set the scene for a joyful and deeply relaxing journey into self healing. Join us in gentle and nurturing practices of Chi Kung that rejuvenate vital life energy for radiant health and well-being. In this Retreat you will learn simple and effective Chi Kung techniques you can take home for your personal practice. These skills will enable you to take your health and well-being into your own hands.

Vitality Chi Kung Residential Retreats are held in a secluded and serene rainforest location just 3 minutes from beautiful Byron Bay. In this tranquil and supportive environment you can enjoy delicious, healthy organic food and fresh juices, twice daily Chi Kung classes and healing meditations, deep breathing techniques and guided relaxation, chanting and voice meditations, creative art sessions, nature walks and stunning ocean views.

Each magical day begins with Chi Kung to awaken the energy system and revitalize the body and mind. This is followed by fresh Juice and a healthy, organic breakfast to support the cleansing and renewal process. Throughout the morning there is plenty of time to rest and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings. A one hour luxurious massage session is included as part of the Retreat. In the late morning you will be guided through a Chi Kung self healing meditation.

After a delicious and nourishing lunch, there will be an energy workshop - either learning to give and receive a Zen Shiatzu head, neck and shoulders massage, or a Creative Art session where our imagination can be explored in a fun and playful way.

The afternoon Chi Kung practice is calming and centering with a focus on postural alignment, principles of balance and movement, and relaxation techniques.

After dinner there will be a guided meditation to enhance the healing experience, or a Chanting session to deepen our healing through the gentle vibrations of the voice. Join in or simply lay back and listen to the harmonious expressions of your heart. All activities are optional so you do as much or as little as you like. There is time for you to both fully immerse yourself in a superb Chi Kung healing experience, and take time out to reflect on your personal life journey.

ABOUT THE ACCOMMODATION
We stay at the enchanting Sangsurya Retreat Centre, located in a quiet and secluded rainforest setting, just 3 minutes from Byron Bay. Sangsurya has panoramic ocean views with beautiful tropical gardens and an ozone-filtered freshwater swimming pool. The Balinese style dining hall is cosy and comfortable with large balconies overlooking the ocean. The training hall is light, spacious and well-ventilated with a timber floor and high ceiling.
Your personal space will be in Bali style bungalows set among the trees. Most are twin share with some triple share. There are some single rooms with an ensuite, available on request, for a single rate. All rooms have reverse-cycle air-conditioning.

ABOUT THE FOOD
Nutritious, organic, vegetarian meals are provided with plenty of fresh juices and salads. Upon booking please let us know about any special dietary requirements you may have so that we can make arrangements for your needs.

DAILY SCHEDULE
7 - 9am: CHI KUNG SELF HEALING PRACTICE
9am: Breakfast
10am– 12 noon: Free time; relaxation, massage, nature walk, pool
12noon – 1pm: GUIDED HEALING MEDITATION
1 - 2pm: Lunch
2 - 4.30pm: CREATIVE ART SESSION / SHIATZU MASSAGE WORKSHOP
4.30 - 6.30pm: CHI KUNG SELF HEALING PRACTICE
6.30pm: Dinner
7. 30 – 8.30 pm: CHANTING / GUIDED RELAXATION MEDITATION

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Chi Kung is taught by Shirsha Marie, the Director and Senior Instructor of Byron Living Tao Health and Martial Arts Centre, established in 1986. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Shirsha offers highly refined instruction in the wonderful self- healing art of Chi Kung. Shirsha has a large school of devoted students throughout Byron Bay. All are gaining profound health benefits as well as deepening their own meditation practises. One of Shirsha's strengths is a deep knowledge and experience in fields of martial arts which focus on Chi projection. She is renowned for her fine attention to detail and ability to deliver the subtleties of the art with grace and ease. Gentle, clear instruction and individual attention make Vitality Chi Kung accessible and enjoyable for everybody

COST:  Residential Retreat – 4 days and 4 nights
           Twin Share Room – AU $1140  (Early Bird - $990)
           Own Room – AU $1440 ( Early Bird - $1290)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR YOUR RETREAT

CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT ARRIVAL– Friday from 2pm onwards DEPARTURE– Tuesday at 3pm Arrival time and Registration is on Friday from 2pm onwards. An Introductory Chi Kung Session is scheduled at 4.30pm.At 6pm a gourmet vegetarian meal will be served. After Dinner there will be an introductory talk followed by a guided meditation and relaxation.The daily schedule begins at 7am the following morning. Check-out time and the end of the Retreat is at 3pm on the Tuesday, after the Closing Meditation.

GETTING HERE Sangsurya Retreat Centre 95 Old Bangalow Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481 Australia Upon receipt of your deposit a map will be e-mailed to you. This provides detailed instructions about how to get here by car. Air flights into Coolangatta International Airport or Ballina Domestic Airport have shuttle services that can bring you into Byron Bay, or directly to the Sangsurya Retreat Centre.

PAYMENT DETAILS CANCELLATION CONDITIONS A $250 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place. This deposit will form part of your final payment which is payable one month before the Retreat. Payment facilities: Paypal Credit card facilities – Visa/Bankcard/Mastercard Cheques to be made payable to Byron Living Arts and sent to: PO Box 819 Byron Bay NSW 248

WHAT TO BRING Comfortable clothing, sweater, swimmers, beach towel, hat, sunscreen, insect repellant, drinking water bottle, notebook and pen. Bath towels and linen are provided.

DISCLAIMER All care will be taken of you throughout the retreat but no responsibility will be taken for any injuries incurred during the retreat. Medical history forms are to be completed upon registration. If you have any injuries or medical conditions that may affect your ability to participate in gentle physical exercise please advise beforehand (at the time of sending your deposit) so we can assess your situation.