Swan River Yoga – Michele Baker

Price includes 7 nights stay, 2 very large gourmet, organic, fusion vegetarian meals (breakfast and lunch), and 2 full 2 hour yoga classes/ morning meditation/ and evening satsang activities.

Accommodations are very limited, so, it is best to book which room you would like as soon as possible. This is a small retreat spot on the end of the road of Tulum, just steps from the beach, so it is quaint and more secluded than most of Tulum. Uno Astro Lodge is a progressive artist community that lives off of the Mayan Calandar. The palapas are natural, skilled works of pristine, zen-like art. The individual rooms are off the grid, with solar access to being “plugged in” during the day.

At night, the magical sky appears with shining diamonds, so bright, that it lights up the enitre beach and ruins. Tulum is surrounded by Mayan temples, so the healing energy of this region is amplified. There are many unique healers, shamans, and mystics as a result. Options also may include nightly sweat lodge ceremonies, and private shamanic healing ceremonies.

We will do yoga in an outdoor, high wooden palapa that overlooks the turquoise waters of the Carribean. Enjoy visiting these ancient, powerful ruins, hiking, diving, and snorkeling the 2nd largest reef in the world.

Enjoy sacred moments of beauty, healing, calm, and power- filled adventure!

A non-refundable $500 deposit will reserve your space.

Electra Large palapa house: with incredible view directly on the turquoise beach. Must house 3 people (at least) price will vary accordingly. $1,190 per person

Gaia Palapa: View of ocean, as the beach is steps away. Must have 2 people. $1,240 per person

Maia Palapa: Best view of all palapas, as the beach is just steps away. Must have 2 people.
$1258 per person

All other rooms are still steps from the beach, as the property is small, they are just night right on the ocean, with a front ocean view.

Supernova Palapa: Accommodates 2. Price for 1 person= $1,555 Price for 2 people= $1,156
Sitar Palapa: Accommodates 2, yet smaller. Price for 1 person $1,380. Price for 2 people= $1,065
Authentic Large Indian Tipis (hand crafted by indigenous local Indians)
3 people (Must have 3 in 1 very large tipi, or adjust price accordingly) $890 per person
2 people (Must have 2 , or adjust price accordingly) $890 per person. $1.030 for 1 person.

Are you ready to take your practice to a whole new level? Join Anusara Certified Yoga Instructor, Catherine McCarthy for an Advanced Yoga 6-Week Series beginning Sunday January 11th through February 15th from 4 to 5:35pm. Early bird price is $108 through January 9th. After Jan 9th the price is $120

Enjoy 6 weeks of dedicated beginner's instruction with Cat McCarthy beginning on Tuesday, January 13th through February 17th, from 7:45pm to 9:15pm. Early bird price is $108. After January 10th the price is $120.

News Years Kirtan Wednesday January 14 with The Swan River Yoga Band

Musician: Aaron Lind, Keith Porteous, and Michele Baker

Time: 8:30-9:30pm. Investment: $8

Bring family, friends, instruments, and food!

Contest: Complimentary 5 Class Prana Package for anyone that submits a name that our band picks! Please come with your submissions.!

Ahimsa Power

January 17-18, 2009

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend

with guest Jivamukti Yoga teacher Jeffrey Cohen

Saturday Jan 17: "Ahimsa: The Hero’s Journey"

Time:10am-1pm

The practice of Ahimsa is the most heroic in our age as it takes more courage to meet violence with kindness and compassion than it does violence with violence. Ahimsa is the observance of non-violent and non-injurious behaviors in thought, word, and deed towards others. This workshop will focus on how the yoga practice sheds light on new and ever- increasing ways to cultivate Ahimsa. Come to learn how Ahimsa is the basis of any spiritual path and hence, the foundation of lasting happiness.

Cost: $45

Rock and Roll All Saturday Night 6-8pm "Rockasana"

Jeffrey is the creator of RockasanaTM, is an avid fan of Rock and Roll, and has been in numerous Rock and Roll bands. Come experience the real deal. Music is loud. Be sure to wear your favorite vintage band shirt.

Experienced practiioners recommended for this class.

Cost: $30

Sunday January 18 10am-1pm: "Consciousness Accelerator"
This class will explore how to prepare for the moment when all conscious-elevating events will occur at the same time and an examination of what the dismantling world (Maya) is revealing to us.
As we work through a rigorous vinyasa, we'll see how the asanas act as multi-dimensional portals accelerating us to our true nature, the Cosmic Self.

Cost:$45

Entire Ahimsa Power Weekend Package: $108

Reserve and pay on our on-line store, or stop in to make a payment.

About Jeffrey

Jeffrey Cohen received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in Psychology. Jeffrey's interest in spirituality and yoga stem from an active adolescence of athletics, addiction, behavioral problems, numerous therapists, and "alternative" education. His subsequent failure to respond to traditional methods of psychotherapy were the seedlings to the realization that it is through divine community (satsang) and devotion that one can one obtain healing, humility, and salvation.

A student and practitioner of yoga since 1995, Jeffrey has become a sought after presenter around the world having taught workshops and retreats in the United States, Mexico, and Europe. He was a resident teacher at the Jivamukti Yoga School in New York City and has assisted his teachers Sharon Gannon & David Life on the national yoga conference level. Video and radio projects include collaborations with Russell Simmons and Martha Stewart. He has also studied with Ram Dass, Jack Kornfield, Dharma Mittra, and others.
Jeffrey's classes are infused with spontaneity, spirit, humor, metaphor, rigor, and incredible musical soundtracks. He emphasizes students to get out of their own way by selflessly offering their efforts to benefit all beings, by which their greatest happiness is achieved.
He offers his love, gratitude, and efforts to his many teachers. Among them are: his parents, his wife Andrea, Sharon Gannon, David Life, Geshe Michael Roche, Jack Kornfield, Ram Dass, Krishna Das, Rock n Roll, and all the courageous students of yoga.

Entire Ahimsa Power Weekend Package: $108

Reserve and pay on our on-line store, or stop in to make a payment. Space is limited.

Questions contact Keith@swanriveryoga.com

FridayJanuary23 8pm Movie Showing "What Is Yoga"
starring Sharon Gannon, David Life, and Willem Defoe

Created by the founders of Jivamukti Yoga, learn about the history of yoga, their visions, and how yoga, with it's numerous paths, has affected our modern lives today.

*Sharon Gannon, the Guru of Jivamukti Yoga, is coming to New Orleans February 27 and 28, 2009 for the presentation of her new book, "Yoga And Vegetarianism". She is the teacher of MIchele Baker, Keith Porteous, and Libby Bryan. This movie will give you a preview of a living Master to come.

*You may now register for her visit on our on-line store. Don't miss your chance to participate in the cultivation of our region!

Join certified yoga instructors Laura Sheffield and Aaron Lind for a playful partner workshop. This class will focus on sharing techniques for assisted stretches, fun partner poses, and therapeutic massage. This is not a couples workshop, though couples are welcome, and it is not necessary to come with a partner , as we will get into groups of three at times and switch partners.
In partner yoga, you will assist each other to get deeper into poses using fundamental principles of alignment. You will learn to support your partner to develop more trust and sensitivity when working with others on and off the mat. Come and celebrate the warmth of community with us !

Yoga is translated as union. In this workshop we will unite with fellow new Orleanians to expand and deepen our stretches and our practice in a fun and challenging workshop . No partner required, but couples are welcome. All levels are welcome.

The song “The Gambler” is often characterized as a metaphor for life in that you need to know when to stand your ground and when to retreat. This "ace" advice can also be applied to the yoga practice. When we choose how to mindfully align ourselves with what life is offering, every dealt hand has winning potential. By applying the methodology of Anusara® Yoga’s Universal Principles of Alignment, we learn the value of economy as we apply energy in refined ways to gain the maximum abundant outcome. Come play with Cat and Neesha as they weave the gambler’s advice through this weekend of workshops.

Payment: Go to our on line store, or contact Keith@swanriveryoga.com, or stop by our Shala for payment.

Neesha Zollinger brings 17 years of yoga and dance experience to her teaching. Her 10-year journey in Anusara® Yoga has led her to study extensively with John Friend, Paul Muller-Ortega and other illuminaries of our time. She is known for her playful style, keen observational eye to help students move deeper in their practice, and contagious passion for yoga philosophy. Neesha owns and operates Akasha Yoga in Jackson Hole Wyoming, and also teaches on the internet through http://www.yogatoday.com