Events and Announcements from Present Moment Retreat

January–June, 2008
We are delighted to announce the return of Natalie Ritenour to Present Moment in 2008! She will amaze you with her unmistakably healing energy, and help to restore and refresh your mind, body, spirit during her popular Yoga classes. Natalie will be on staff for the first six months of the New Year, and would love to share her remarkable talents with you!

April 24-28, 2008
David Keil and Gretchen Suarez, dedicated students of the honorable Sri K Pattabhi of Mysore, India, invite you to deepen your practice through the transformational energy of Mysore yoga. We are grateful to have these rare, authorize Mysore teachers with us here in paradise April 24th-28th. Sign up early as space is limited!

Apr. 20th- May.31st
Present Moment welcomes Angela Swiec as our guest teacher/bodywork therapist this spring. Angie's international studies over the past 10 years include Holistic Health and Ashtanga Yoga, focusing primarily on Massage and Natural Healthcare. Please come and enjoy the transformational and powerful work of this gifted healer.

April 28th-May 1st, 2008
Experience the joy of drumming with Richard Siegler, as we journey into the world of Brazilian Percussion. All levels, from beginners who are rhytmically challanged to seasoned professionals, are encouraged to join this 4 day workshop on the Pacific Riviera. Small groups study world instruments such as the agogo, tamorim, ganza and surdo. Later, we will all join together to create one unforgettably powerful Samba hit! Our goal is to learn how to let the music play us. For more info, contact Richard at senditfast@optonline.net.

May 16th–June 30th, 2008
Present Moment is grateful to have the husband/wife team, Michael Bricker and Crystal Oostema as members of our Summer Staff. Mike specializes in in Craniosacral, Myofacial and Deep Tissue Massage, while Crystal is a certified Rolfer, a registered 'Yogaworks' yogini, as well as an amazing bodyworker. Please request the healing services of this talented couple specifically when you visit us this season!

YOGA AND AROMATHERAPY, Oct. 18-25, 2008
RECONNECT WITH YOURSELF.
Explore the beauty of Aromatherapy and Vinyasa Yoga in a playful and inviting way. Yamilee Bastien, Registered Yoga Teacher and Aromatherapist, hosts a sumptuous week of rejuvenation and bliss at Present Moment Retreat. Join us and be lit from within.

Feb. 8-16, 2009
Yoga of Imagination Retreat. Jennie Lee returns for her 2nd annual retreat at Present Moment, presenting the 'Eight Limbs of Yoga' as tools which help you imagine and create your most magnificent life. Individual Yoga Therapy consultations, daily group classes and teachings. Imagination is evidence of the Divine.

Feb. 16-21, 2009
Private Transformative Yoga Therapy sessions with Jennie Lee. TYT is the therapeutic application of yoga to address injury or chronic tension through yoga movement, release emotional trauma through pranayama, and limiting beliefs through applied yogic philosophy. Specializing in Transformative Yoga Therapy, Jennie Lee assists individuals in clearing and healing to remember their Divinity.

Feb. 21st-28th, 2009
Present Moment proudly presents Essence Institute, featuring Don DeMercurio and Nina Miller, for a week in paradise combining spiritual practice, deep restorative healing, and a transformational journey into the embodiment of your true nature. Do not miss this magical and utterly awakening experience!