Marc Woolford Yoga Retreats and weekends

UK - Duncton Mill and Marsh Farm
France - SW France
Thailand - Koh Samui

"Yoga in one of the most beautiful and pristine places on Earth."

About the Jungle Club...
... recommended by Lonely Planet

Perched on a hill overhanging the bay of Chaweng The Jungle Club is only a short jeep ride to the beach below. It is also just 8 minutes from Chaweng beach, where you can do all manner of local activities - kayaking, Catamaran sailing, snorkeling, diving, fishing and much more.

For those in love with walking this place is also ideal for trekking in the jungle. You can also rent a mountain bike or 4WD or even go on a safari on the back of an elephant. A perfect yoga retreat in Thailand.

Prices:

Price from £675 - £1875
(range of accomodation huts to lodges/one to four people)

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The Courses

This is a very special yoga event ...

* Morning yoga class and two yoga workshops available daily - all optional, so you can chose your level of involvement ... so suitable for all from beginner to dedicated practitioner...

* Several accommodation options to suit all from budget single to luxury family (pricing makes it possible to bring partners and children along at very reasonable rates)

* Plenty of time for rest and renewal .

* Beautiful secluded resort with infinity pool, wonderful views.

* The B+B arrangement leaves you free to organise your days as you please, but there is a wonderful restaurant on site (run by French/Thai couple) if you chose to stay put ).

* Just 8 minutes away from Chaeng beach - (snorkelling, kayaking, diving etc. available).

* Free shuttle service to and from Chaweng beach twice a day... very reasonable rates for lifts in the Jeep at other times.

* Jungle treks and Elephant Safaris on offer nearby. (There's a day off in the middle of the course if you would like to do this without missing out on the yoga)

About the Courses...

There will be a simple daily early morning yoga class for those that would like to wake up with a bit of movement from 7am-8am. Breakfast will follow and then from 10:30- 12:30pm there will be the daily morning yoga workshop.
Over the two weeks the morning sessions will be mostly spent dedicating time to clarifying structural relationships as well as exploring the role of breath in relationship to posture, inviting us to be more 'whole' in our movement.

The afternoon workshops will be open to exploring what has been discovered - answering questions that come up for you, finding ways of moving and breathing to resolve postural issues that come to light and generally exploring the joy of being completely present to our yoga practice and to life.

Learning to move from the central axis of the spine in harmony with the movements of the breath will provide the foundation of an ever evolving yoga practise dedicated to clarifying perception and improving quality of life.

Dedicating time to deep yoga practise without the usual distractions of everyday life is a profound thing to do. In such beautiful surroundings the practice can effect deep changes.

I will also be providing a good deal of information designed to give those interested a lifetime foundation for understanding as well as experiencing how the yoga works. So these retreats are very appropriate for dedicated practitioners, enthusiastic beginners or anyone that is looking for the inspiration to become dedicated, as well of course as those that have worked with me before.

I have also priced the thing so that there is plenty of room for those that might want to just dip in to the yoga occasionally but basically want to come to have a lovely restful time at a beautiful resort in the hills above a beach on Koh Samui.

I would like to point out that all classes are entirely optional as I am more concerned with people getting precisely what they need at the pace that suits them. There is plenty on offer for the enthusiasts, but non-participating partners would be welcome to dip in and out as they please. I feel that forcing ourselves to practise yoga is deeply counterproductive. Whereas practising for the love of learning, for the pleasure of occupying our bodies as well as the present moment, and just for the way it makes us feel, places yoga in its rightful place - a privilege, not a discipline . If I want to impart anything, it is that . - This also makes room for various trips and excursions if you want to explore a bit of Koh Samui.

Throughout both weeks I will also be on hand for some one to one help at very reasonable rate if there is something specific you would like to look at between sessions.

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* The Villa. (1 subject to availability)

The Villa would be most appropriate for a largish family or two couples wanting to share (if it is available - this will be confirmed soon).
There is 1 main bedroom with king size bed, and a cosy corner (wooden stage with curtains that close round it where 2 people can sleep), a fully furnish kitchen, bathroom with hot shower, big private balcony with view of the ocean and the jungle. There is enough room to add a free baby cot and a single bed for a 5th person if needed (£150 supplement).

Price for a lodge 31st jan-14th Feb 2009:
£1425 for one person, or:
£1674 for two people sharing
£1776 for three people sharing (or couple + one child)
£1875 for four people sharing (or couple + two children)

These prices include breakfasts every day, accommodation, and a place on the yoga course for all adults. A baby cot can be put in free of charge if requested, and an extra single bed can be put in for a 5th person for a supplement of £150 for both weeks including breakfasts ... i would need to confirm that this option is available.

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* Jungle Lodges. (2 available)
The Jungle Lodges are for those of you fancying a little more luxury... King size bed, also a sofa wich can be used as a bed for a single person or a child, TV with a DVD player, a dressing room, private bathroom with hot shower, and a big private balcony with beautiful panoramic views over the ocean...

Price for a lodge 31st jan-14th Feb 2009:
£1325 for one person, or:
£1525 for two people sharing
£1695 for two people sharing + one child (or 3 people)

These prices include breakfasts every day, accommodation, and a place on the yoga course for all adults.. A baby cot can be put in free of charge if requested, or an extra single bed can be put in for a second child for a supplement of £150 for both weeks including breakfasts ... i would need to confirm that this option is available.

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* Huts (5 available)
The Jungle Huts are made out of coconut wood and have thatched roofs with private bathrooms (cold shower), king size bed and views on the garden and the ocean in the background. The huts are the cheapest option for those on a budget.

Price for a hut 31st jan-14th Feb 2009:
£675 for one person, or:
£795 for two people sharing
(not overly spacious with two, but it works out at just £398 per person for both weeks!!)

These prices include breakfasts every day, accommodation, a place on the yoga course, and daily transfer to and from the local beach (one shuttle per day each way free... other times can be arranged for a hundred Baht or so ... £1.50)

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* Bungalows. (2 available)
The Jungle Bungalows are made of concrete with thatched grass roof, king size bed, private bathroom with hot shower, and a balcony with views of the jungle and the ocean.

Price for a bungalow 31st Jan-14th Feb 2009:
£875 for one person, or:
£995 for two people sharing
(more spacious, and hot showers, and it still works out at just £498 per person for both weeks!!)

These prices include breakfasts every day, accommodation, a place on the yoga course for both of you, and daily transfer to and from the local beach. There is easily enough room to have a baby cot in the bungalows (free of charge if requested beforehand), or an extra single bed might be able to fit in for a child for a supplement of £150 for both weeks (incl breakfasts) ... i would need to confirm that this option is available.
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Marc Woolford Retreats and Holidays for 2009

DUNCTON MILL RETREAT
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Duncton Mill is a hamlet near Petworth, a hidden jewel nestling at the foot of the glorious South Downs.

Surrounded by peaceful lakes, extensive woodland and an organic farm, we are only a short step from the South Downs Way.

The retreat is a very comfortable, extremely high quality residential centre, with gorgeous surroundings and a wonderful workspace.
There are a maximum of 18 people attending. Rooms are shared (twin or double, so room for couples and the occasional non participating partners), and there are single occupancy options available for a supplement of £35 subject to availability.
The food is absolutely stunning (there is a rather special chef that comes to cater for these retreats) and most diets can be catered for.
There are wood burning fires, some lovely local walks, and there is even a heated outdoor swimming pool.

£255.00
Retreats dates:

6th - 8th March 2009
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The price is inclusive of all tuition, food and accommodation (shared twin rooms).

If you would like a room to yourself there are two small single rooms available for no extra cost (booked on a first come first served basis) or you can have a twin room to yourself for a supplement of £45 for the weekend (subject to availablitly)

For couples - some of the rooms can be made up as doubles (by prior arrangement) -

If you wish to bring your partner but they don't want to do the yoga, there is enough room for a few non-participating partners at the place - they might appreciate the opportunity to have a very relaxing weekend break at Duncton Mill - enjoying the comfort, the countryside, the company and the food... (£156 full board)

MARSH FARM RETREAT
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MARSH FARM is a beautiful 16th century house in Binsted, a hamlet within the heart of the West Sussex countryside (not far from Arundel).

There is a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere to the place - great food (vegetarian), comfortable accommodation (shared) and the group is limited to 12 or 13 people, so everyone gets a good deal of personal attention.

There are two single occupancies available for a supplement of £36.40 on a first come first served basis.

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Retreats dates:

2009 details up soon

The price is inclusive of all tuition, food and accommodation (shared twin rooms).

If you would like a room to yourself there are two small single rooms available for no extra cost (booked on a first come first served basis) or you can have a twin room to yourself for a supplement of £45 for the weekend (subject to availablitly)

For couples - some of the rooms can be made up as doubles (by prior arrangement) -

If you wish to bring your partner but they don't want to do the yoga, there is enough room for a few non-participating partners at the place - they might appreciate the opportunity to have a very relaxing weekend break at Duncton Mill - enjoying the comfort, the countryside, the company and the food... (£156 full board)