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Join this retreat to enhance your yoga skills while also learning about the ancient knowledge of eastern astrology called Jyotishi. Vedic Astrology, or Jyotisha, as it is called in Sanskrit, has become an increasingly popular way of taking care of one’s future.
During this retreat, you will be staying at the Flowing River Resort, tucked deep within an oxygen-rich, cloud forest of northern Ecuador. At The Flowing River Resort, it is their mission to offer a quiet place for deep relaxation and renewal. Their imperative is to offer a safe haven for holistic thinkers to come together, share their stories, and together find peace within the beautiful landscape of the Ecuadorian highlands.
Furthermore, they believe that when immersed in Mother Nature, her omnipotence acts as a powerful healer. Local guides will take you into the beauty of the surrounding jungle, where you can trek to waterfalls and zip-line across the jungle canopy. In addition, you will be connected to the native culture by way of visiting local markets, listening to live music and explore the El Quetzal de Mindo’s Chocolate Factory.
The Flowing River also offers an a la carte spa, a 2000 square foot yoga studio, community arts and crafts, and fresh, nutritious meals catered to fill any indulgence or dietary restriction. Amenities include a hot tub, complimentary dial-up internet, and nutritious, daily meals.
Jyotish means the best of lights, which means the light of consciousness. During this retreat, you will receive daily lectures and explore topics related to Jyotishi like:
Andrew is a New York based yoga teacher and actor that has taught and performed all across the country. Andrew was born with arthrogryposis, a congenital joint contracture that shortens and weakens muscles around joints. His yogic journey began in 2010 when a dance teacher suggested hot yoga to help combat the challenges his condition presented for the dance training he was receiving with his BFA in Music Theatre. He has studied various styles including Bikram, Ashtanga, Yin, and Vinyasa. Andrew received his RYT 200-hour training from the Core Power Yoga studio in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Blaine has studied astrology since childhood. After several years of self study in India, N. America and Europe, he was personally certified as expert in jyotish by the Dean of the Department of Sanskrit at Benares Hindu University in Varanasi, India in 1989. He has been a professional astrologer for over 25 years and has more than 30,000 clients in 20 countries. Blaine is also considered an expert in Ayurveda and the Vedic system of temple architecture known as Vastu Vidya or Sthapatya Veda. He's also a teacher of meditation and in the past 40 years has taught over 3500 people.
During this retreat, you will be served three daily meals. At Flowing River Resort, every dish is prepared with the freshest ingredients from local markets and produced in the private gardens.
The Flowing River Resort offers a multitude of outdoor activities to enjoy during your free time. These include :
Why simply take in the view, when you can take on the view? With 14 different zip-line excursions to choose from, you can truly feel at one with the wilderness as you soar across the canopy of the magnificent Andes.
Every picture you take at the Mariposas de Mindo, the Butterfly Garden, will be tagged as unfiltered. This truly radiant sanctuary is inhabited by over 100 exotic species of butterfly - over 100 chances to experience the majesty of Ecuador’s wildlife up-close.
Specialized staff will take you on guided tours through exotic hiking trails all along the jungle highlands. Start your morning off with your heart pumping as you climb higher into the Andes. Then swing by the Twin Waterfalls for a swim as you soak in the abundance of pure, clean air and sunshine
If you want to explore Ecuador’s wilderness at high speed, there are many bike/quad paths for thrill-seeking guests to explore. Whether you’re bird-watching on a mountain bike or stirring up dirt on a quad runner, there are many chances for you to breeze through the scenic jungle at your own pace.
If you want to streamline your relaxation, the resort rests alongside flowing rivers, where you can rent a tube and gently float down the river bend. After all, the easiest way to go with the flow of your vacation is to take a repose down the river.
You can also choose to visit local markets and also a popular cocoa plantation.
If you venture onto the beaten path you’ll find an array of villages and small market towns where you can meet the locals and shop Ecuadorian flair. Engage with the culture by conversing with the friendly populace, while picking out the perfect souvenir.
Some consider the cocoa beans grown in Ecuador to be “black gold.” So why not dig into this claim and strike gold at the cocoa tours at any of the Chocolate Artisan Factories in the area. Here you can witness the cocoa’s journey from “bean to bar,” make your own chocolate beverage and sample different chocolates of exquisite quality.
If you venture onto the beaten path you’ll find an array of villages and small market towns where you can meet the locals and shop Ecuadorian flair. Engage with the culture by conversing with the friendly populace, while picking out the perfect souvenir.
They say music is the heart of every culture. If you want to listen to the heart of Ecuador and get your heart beating along with your soul singing, you can experience the music of featured musicians such as Taco Y Huayno and other visiting artists.
Mariscal Sucre International Airport
192 km
Transfer not provided
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