Join ParaYoga founder and master teacher, Rod Stryker for this weeklong ocean-side retreat and be immersed in the essentials of ParaYoga®’s approach to exalted living: Shakti, Samadhi, Sankalpa, Sruti and Sangha*.

Shakti: Three deepening classes daily are dedicated to awakening the power of your soul and to inspire a boundless vision that will resound long after the retreat.

Samadhi: Meditation, mantra, chanting and visualization in the Tantric tradition empower you to experience your innate truth, beauty, and auspiciousness.

Sankalpa: Yoga Nidra practices help you renew and put into action your most heartfelt desires and intentions.

Sruti: The study and methodical application of sacred scripture.

Sangha: Bask in the company of experienced ParaYogis and together celebrate the life you have created and that, in your heart of heart’s, you aspire to create.

This retreat is open to all dedicated practitioners.

The retreat will feature three sessions daily led by Yogarupa: a meditation and pranayama session each morning (before breakfast), a morning Asana practice (after breakfast), and a late afternoon or evening session. These sessions build upon the key elements relevant to the theme of exalted living––the ideal place where soul meets the world.

DAILY SCHEDULE
7:30 - 8:30 AM Pranayama and Meditation
8:30 AM Breakfast
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Practice and Theory session
1 PM Lunch
5 - 7 PM Practice and Theory session. (Sun. Tues. Thurs. and Fri.)
7 PM Dinner
8:30 - 10 PM Practice and Theory session (Mon. and Wedn.)

This retreat is also dedicated to supporting and building ParaYoga®’s community. Participants are encouraged to bring husbands, wives, partners, and/or children. ParaYoga has provided discounted rates for those accompanying retreat participants (see under “Costs”). There will be a daily class for the partners of those enrolled in the intensive as well as three childrens’ classes during the week. Please note that this year there will be no drop-ins in Rod’s Retreat classes––participants will either need to sign up for the full retreat or attend the classes for family members.

The retreat begins on Saturday, November 27^th and ends the morning of Saturday December 4^th. Our first session is in the evening on the 27^th after dinner. There is no class on December 4^th.

THE RESORT
Mar de Jade (Sea of Jade) is a Retreat, Wellness and Vacation Center hidden between the tropical jungle and pristine sandy beach of Chacala, Mexico. Chacala is located about 90 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta, on the south end of Chacala Beach.

Please visit their website for more information on the resort www.mardejade.com

HOTEL AMENITIES:
Beachfront property, care for dietary restrictions, child-care service, health spa, laundry service, massage, organic farm, full sized swimming pool, wading pool, a large Jacuzzi, steam room, lounge areas, wireless internet.

EXCURSION AND ACTIVITY OPTIONS: 

• Snorkeling • Whale Watching • Fishing • Surfing

• Hike through tropical jungle mountainside to nearby beaches and boat trip back.

• Visit ancient Petroglyph site • Visit local Arts & Crafts market • Horseback riding

• Spanish lessons are also available

* Excursions are operated by local co-ops and their availability as well as rates are subject to change without prior notice. Please be prepared to pay the tour operators directly in cash. Most excursions range between $15 - $30 per person.

MEALS
Meals are served three times daily, usually buffet style, in the breezy open-air dining pavilion overlooking the ocean. The restaurant uses fresh fish, dairy products, and an abundance of vegetables, salads and fresh fruit––many of which are grown on the retreat’s 10 acre organic farm. Vegetarian options are always available.

COSTS AND RESERVATIONS
All costs listed include lodging and food, plus 15% hotel tax. They do not include gratuities, which are about $10.00/day/person or about 10% of the room cost. It is suggested that gratuities be left at the end of the stay in the tip box (cash is preferred). Costs also do not include transportation to and from the retreat center.

 
There are two categories of prices listed for each room option and occupancy: Retreat Participants and Adult Companions (see below).

For example, cost for 2 Retreat Participants in a Romantic Suite (double occupancy) is $1,820 per person. The cost for 1 Retreat Participant who is accompanied by 1 Adult Companion (who is either ineligible, or chooses not, to participate in the retreat) in the same room category, will be $1,820 for the retreat participant + $1,370 for the Adult Companion.

Children staying in their parents’ room are: FREE between 0-6 yrs and $30 per night between 7-12 yrs. Children 13 and over are charged at adult rates and are counted as full paying participants. Thus, the rate for a child(ren) sharing a room with one adult is the adult single rate plus the child(ren) rate. Please contact the ParaYoga office directly as we are unable to take registration for children online.

Registration for the retreat and room is done online through the ParaYoga website or office at (970) 704-0255 or (310) 745-1071.

Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis and are based on availability. Space is limited. A 50% deposit of the total cost is required to hold a room for you and anyone accompanying you.

 If you are traveling alone and are interested in sharing a room during the retreat, please inform both ParaYoga and the resort’s reservation desk. We will do our best to find a rooming partner. In the mean time, it will be necessary to pay a deposit for the single rate. If/when you have a confirmed roommate, your rate will be adjusted to the double occupancy rate. ParaYoga accepts checks, Visa and Master Card.

The balance for the retreat is due in full September 27^th, 2010. Payments are transferable up to October 27^th (less a $250 cancellation fee). After October 27^th all payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.

TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION
The closest airport to the retreat center is the Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Airport, in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR). We recommend that you make your flight reservations as soon as possible. Once you have made your flight reservations, please email the ParaYoga office with your flight itinerary.

Taxi from the airport to the retreat center costs approximately $90 each way. Collective transportation can be used for a reduced fare. The ParaYoga office can help arrange shared transportation. For more location and transportation information, click here.

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

 Garden Suite

These spacious suites have two double beds and a futon bed and are ideal for families or friends sharing quarters. Some rooms have large bathrooms with bathtubs and some have smaller bathrooms with showers only, but offer an extra small room with a futon bed for an extra guest.  The suites all have terraces or balconies that face the gardens and the ocean.

Romantic Suite
These beautiful and romantic suites have a king bed and carefully crafted bathrooms with bathtubs.  They all have terraces or balconies that face the gardens and the ocean.

Guest Room with Loft
These large rooms have a bottom level with a king bed (or two singles), a bathroom, and a loft with two single beds or a king bed. The loft is accessed by a spiral staircase.  This room is ideal for families with children or for two to four roommates. Loft is not recommended for children under six years of age or people with mobility issues.

Guest Room
These are comfortable and simple rooms with two double beds or one king bed.  They offer garden or jungle views and all have private bathrooms with either showers or bathtubs. Ideal for single or double occupancy.

ROOM RATES

Room rates for Retreat Participants (all rates are per week/per person):

Guest room:                  Single Occupancy $1,820

                                       Double Occupancy $1,620

Guest room with loft:   Double Occupancy $1,700

                                       Triple Occupancy $1,580

                                       Quad Occupancy $1,495

Garden Suite                 Double Occupancy $1,820

                                       Triple Occupancy $1,660

                                       Quad Occupancy $1,580

Romantic Suite            Single Occupancy $2,060

                                      Double Occupancy $1,820
 

Room rates for Adult Companions (all rates are per week/per person):

Guest room:                   Double Occupancy $1,170

Guest room with loft:    Double Occupancy $1,250

                                        Triple Occupancy $1,130

                                        Quad Occupancy $1,045

Garden Suite:                 Double Occupancy $1,370

                                        Triple Occupancy $1,210

                                        Quad Occupancy $1,130

Romantic Suite:             Double Occupancy $1,370

You will receive a document from ParaYoga with all necessary travel information upon registration.