Retreat Dates:
Sept 28 – 30, 2012 Fall retreat
December 27-29, 2012 New Years Renewal
The September retreat starts at 4pm on Friday and ends at noon on Sunday.
Deepen your yoga practice whether newly on the yoga path or an experienced yogi. For full schedule email Dorothy
- Heal mind, body and soul.
- Surround yourself with the island’s beauty.
- Enjoy delicious, organic vegetarian cuisine!
- Find inspiration for leading a healthier lifestyle!
- SEE PHOTO’S
Learn simple, yet effective tools to calm the mind and lead a healthier lifestyle through daily asana, pranayam and meditation. Explore alignment within your pose as well as fluid movement from one pose to the next in Hatha Flow Yoga. Giving you one to one attention and helping you develop a home practice are important aspects of the retreat.
Per Person Package Pricing:
- $410 – Shared accommodation (3-4 per room)
- $430 – Shared (2 per room)
- $465 – Private (with shared bathroom)
- $525 – Private ensuite with private bathroom
- $455 – Shared ensuite (2) with private bathroom
- $310 – Commuter (includes meals)
- Prices are in Canadian Funds and are subject to HST.
- Add an additional $25 for pick up and drop off at the ferry (for those who would like to leave their car behind) this includes rides to the ‘market’ and to the hike
All-Inclusive Weekend Includes:
- 2 nights accommodation
- all meals and snacks (delicious organic vegetarian cuisine)
- 5 yoga sessions, including a ‘restorative’ evening and ‘music flow’ class
- daily meditation and pranayam classes
- wood fired sauna
- 1 beautiful hike (optional)
In the mornings explore the energetically balanced fluidity of Hatha Flow Yoga
and in the warm afternoons enjoy a slower, deeply inward turning yoga experience. For a special treat we will have a ‘music flow’ class to enliven the spirit and a ‘restorative’ evening to sooth mind, body and soul.
In your free time read a book, wander the gardens, hike, or visit the village of Ganges to see the amazing ‘Saturday Market’ (April – Oct) where you will find local crafts, organic produce and baking.
“I wouldn’t change a thing about this retreat. As soon as I stepped onto the property I felt a calming peaceful energy. The accommodations were fresh and tidy, the food was outstanding.
I loved that we spent the retreat on all 3 practices (pranayama, meditation and asana)…it’s always how I thought yoga was intended to be practiced.
Your instructions were fantastic!”
C. McCarthy, Edmonton, Alberta
(Fall Retreat, Oct 2011)
View more testimonials
Ways To Enhance Your Stay
- Ayurvedic body treatments at the Chikitsa Shala Wellness Centre
- kayaking
About the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga
The Salt Spring Centre of Yoga is nestled amid 70 acres of meadow, forest and organic gardens. Feel the peace and serenity that this spiritual centre affords as you enter the doors.
Inspired by master yogi and silent monk Baba Hari Dass, the Centre was established over 25 years ago as a peaceful, positive environment for teaching and practicing the ideals of the yoga practice. Baba Hari Dass continues to be the inspiration behind the Centre’s work.
The Centre is known for its delicious, nutritious vegetarian cuisine; much of which is grown in their organic gardens. They have created The Salt Spring Experience cookbook so you can take some of these wonderful recipes home with you!
VISIT THE GALLERY »
CONTACT DOROTHY »
SEE YOGA ON THE FARM »
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Should I bring my yoga mat?
Mats and props are provided.
Bring your yoga mat if you prefer to use your own.
Q: What should I bring?
Please bring toiletries, comfortable clothing, walking/hiking shoes, flashlight, an alarm clock and rain clothes. All bedding is provided but please bring a towel and facecloth.
NB: Please do not bring or use scented (natural or other) creams, lotions, hair products etc. This is very important, as it can seriously affect others enjoyment of the program.
Q: Is cell phone reception available at the Centre?
Cell phone reception is available at the far end of the parking lot.
Also, a pay phone is offered for use.
Q: Is internet available at the Centre?
Yes, for lap top users.
Q: What if I get hungry between meals?
We serve up hearty meals and a mid afternoon snack. There will also be toast and fruit available for snacks.
Juice, soy milk and milk will be available in the fridge. If you think you might still get the munchies, feel free to bring your personal goodies or snacks (like granola bars, protein/greens drink etc.).
Q: What if I want to book a massage?
If you would like a have wonderful body treatment during the weekend (massage, etc.) please phone the Chikitsa Shala Wellness Centre at 1-250-537-8443. Book asap as they get very busy. Speaking from personal experience, these are wonderful and skilled women!
Q: How do I get to Salt Spring Island?
By Air:
If you are coming from afar; the closest airport is Victoria. There, you can rent a can or take a cab to the Schwartz Bay ferry terminal and catch a ferry to Salt Spring Island.If you are coming from the Vancouver area you can travel on the ferry or take a float plane to Salt Spring.
www.saltspringair.com
By Ferry:
The easiest way to get to Salt Spring from Vancouver is on the 10:10 am sailing from Tsawwassen on Friday morning. It arrives at Long Harbour/SSI at 1:10 pm (see below). If you are planning to travel on this Tsawwassen/Long Harbour Ferry, please make a reservation as soon as possible. You might want to leave on the same route that leaves from Long Harbour in the afternoon or eve on Sunday.
www.bcferries.com
Other sailing options:
If you are coming from Vancouver and the above option does not work for you, then you could opt to take the following sailing from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay and get a ‘through pass’ to Fulford Harbour/SSI. You can’t make a reservation on this ferry.
If you are coming from Nanaimo/Duncan area, You will want to come by Crofton/Vesuvius (SSI)… You can’t make a reservation on this ferry.
These ferries are very busy on the Fridays so plan to travel early if you don’t have a reservation.
Q: What is the address of the retreat?
Salt Spring Centre of Yoga – 355 Blackburn Road, Salt Spring Island, BC
YOGA AT THE CENTRE
Retreat Dates:
Sept 28 – 30, 2012 Fall retreat
December 27-29, 2012 New Years Renewal
The September retreat starts at 4pm on Friday and ends at noon on Sunday.
Deepen your yoga practice whether newly on the yoga path or an experienced yogi. For full schedule email Dorothy
Learn simple, yet effective tools to calm the mind and lead a healthier lifestyle through daily asana, pranayam and meditation. Explore alignment within your pose as well as fluid movement from one pose to the next in Hatha Flow Yoga. Giving you one to one attention and helping you develop a home practice are important aspects of the retreat.
Per Person Package Pricing:
All-Inclusive Weekend Includes:
In the mornings explore the energetically balanced fluidity of Hatha Flow Yoga
and in the warm afternoons enjoy a slower, deeply inward turning yoga experience. For a special treat we will have a ‘music flow’ class to enliven the spirit and a ‘restorative’ evening to sooth mind, body and soul.
In your free time read a book, wander the gardens, hike, or visit the village of Ganges to see the amazing ‘Saturday Market’ (April – Oct) where you will find local crafts, organic produce and baking.
“I wouldn’t change a thing about this retreat. As soon as I stepped onto the property I felt a calming peaceful energy. The accommodations were fresh and tidy, the food was outstanding.
I loved that we spent the retreat on all 3 practices (pranayama, meditation and asana)…it’s always how I thought yoga was intended to be practiced.
Your instructions were fantastic!”
C. McCarthy, Edmonton, Alberta
(Fall Retreat, Oct 2011)
View more testimonials
Ways To Enhance Your Stay
About the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga
The Salt Spring Centre of Yoga is nestled amid 70 acres of meadow, forest and organic gardens. Feel the peace and serenity that this spiritual centre affords as you enter the doors.
Inspired by master yogi and silent monk Baba Hari Dass, the Centre was established over 25 years ago as a peaceful, positive environment for teaching and practicing the ideals of the yoga practice. Baba Hari Dass continues to be the inspiration behind the Centre’s work.
The Centre is known for its delicious, nutritious vegetarian cuisine; much of which is grown in their organic gardens. They have created The Salt Spring Experience cookbook so you can take some of these wonderful recipes home with you!
VISIT THE GALLERY »
CONTACT DOROTHY »
SEE YOGA ON THE FARM »
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Should I bring my yoga mat?
Mats and props are provided.
Bring your yoga mat if you prefer to use your own.
Q: What should I bring?
Please bring toiletries, comfortable clothing, walking/hiking shoes, flashlight, an alarm clock and rain clothes. All bedding is provided but please bring a towel and facecloth.
NB: Please do not bring or use scented (natural or other) creams, lotions, hair products etc. This is very important, as it can seriously affect others enjoyment of the program.
Q: Is cell phone reception available at the Centre?
Cell phone reception is available at the far end of the parking lot.
Also, a pay phone is offered for use.
Q: Is internet available at the Centre?
Yes, for lap top users.
Q: What if I get hungry between meals?
We serve up hearty meals and a mid afternoon snack. There will also be toast and fruit available for snacks.
Juice, soy milk and milk will be available in the fridge. If you think you might still get the munchies, feel free to bring your personal goodies or snacks (like granola bars, protein/greens drink etc.).
Q: What if I want to book a massage?
If you would like a have wonderful body treatment during the weekend (massage, etc.) please phone the Chikitsa Shala Wellness Centre at 1-250-537-8443. Book asap as they get very busy. Speaking from personal experience, these are wonderful and skilled women!
Q: How do I get to Salt Spring Island?
By Air:
If you are coming from afar; the closest airport is Victoria. There, you can rent a can or take a cab to the Schwartz Bay ferry terminal and catch a ferry to Salt Spring Island.If you are coming from the Vancouver area you can travel on the ferry or take a float plane to Salt Spring.
www.saltspringair.com
By Ferry:
The easiest way to get to Salt Spring from Vancouver is on the 10:10 am sailing from Tsawwassen on Friday morning. It arrives at Long Harbour/SSI at 1:10 pm (see below). If you are planning to travel on this Tsawwassen/Long Harbour Ferry, please make a reservation as soon as possible. You might want to leave on the same route that leaves from Long Harbour in the afternoon or eve on Sunday.
www.bcferries.com
Other sailing options:
If you are coming from Vancouver and the above option does not work for you, then you could opt to take the following sailing from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay and get a ‘through pass’ to Fulford Harbour/SSI. You can’t make a reservation on this ferry.
If you are coming from Nanaimo/Duncan area, You will want to come by Crofton/Vesuvius (SSI)… You can’t make a reservation on this ferry.
These ferries are very busy on the Fridays so plan to travel early if you don’t have a reservation.
Q: What is the address of the retreat?
Salt Spring Centre of Yoga – 355 Blackburn Road, Salt Spring Island, BC