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Igniting
Ancient Traditions to Explore the New Feminine: A
journey through ritual, writing, yoga and dance. |
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with Hala Khouri, Tessa Hicks and Marla Leigh
October 14-16, 2005
Zaca Lake
zacalakeretreat.com
Using
innovative and interactive exercises of writing, group
discussions, meditation, ritual, sacred drumming, yoga and
dance, this women’s workshop will explore various archetypes of
the feminine from Pagan, Hindu and South American traditions to
re-member and re-define the New Feminine.
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Guest teacher Marla Leigh will lead us through Sacred Drumming.
No yoga, writing or dance experience necessary.
Prices are per person and include accommodations, food, and all
classes.
Cabins hold up to four people.
A deposit of $200 will hold your space.
Early Registration Price applies if paid in full by Sept. 26.
The Barn (dorm style) $350/ $375 (if paid after 9/26)
Quad cabin $375/ $425 (if paid after 9/26)
Triple cabin $425/ $475 (if paid after 9/26)
Double cabin $475/ $525 (if paid after 9/26)
Single cabin $600/ $650 (if paid after 9/26) (*limited
availability)
**cabins have mineral water jacuzzi tubs
To sign up: email marla@marlaleigh.com. or call 661.645.0724
THE TEACHERS:
Tessa Hicks M.A. is an artist, dancer
and social justice activist. Over the past decade, she has
facilitated thousands of individuals in workshops and trainings
using interactive activities, writing, meditation and movement
to explore issues of identity, bias, community, spirituality and
strategies for increasing individual and community empowerment.
Tessa is an Associate Director in Community Service at the
Anti-Defamation League and is currently completing her Doctorate
in Cultural Studies at Claremont University. She is an avid
dancer of Afro-Brazilian samba, a student of writing, meditation
and yoga, and a tri-lingual traveler seeking personal and global
transformation!
Hala Khouri, M.A. see bio
http://halakhouri.com/html/bio.html
Tessa and Hala met five years ago in the sweaty and acrobatic
training of their martial arts Capoeira class, quickly became
best friends and have joined together in travels and retreats
across the U.S. and Peru. They love to ignite goddess energy on
a regular basis through funky dancing, rooted dialogue and
empowered visions of creating peace.
Marla Leigh specializes in hand percussion from India and
the Middle East. The foundation of her music is based upon a
strong connection to spirituality through drumming. Marla has
performed around the world at events including the Hawaii
Healing Festival, Irish Music Festival, Luzerne Music Festival,
Earth Day Festival, Los Angeles and Harmony Festival. Likewise,
she has taught at retreats and colleges in Hawaii, Canada and
the USA. Marla has recently released “Division By Zero”, a world
music CD for yoga and massage, and “Time Zone”, a Hand Drum
Instructional DVD. Currently living in Los Angeles, Marla leads
a variety of monthly “Sacred Drumming” workshops and
performances. For more information, please visit
www.marlaleigh.com
Tentative Schedule______________________________
Friday
1:00 Arrive and Check in
2:30 Opening Circle
4:00-5:00 Drum Workshop (drums provided)
5:00-6:30 Yoga
7:00 Dinner
8:00 Counsel
Saturday
8:00- 10:00 Meditation and Yoga
10:00- 12:00 free time
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Drum Meditation
2:00 Mandala Making
3:00-5:00 free time
5:00 Sunset Hike
6:30 Dinner
8:00 Afro- Brazilian Dance
Sunday
8:00-10:00 Meditation and Yoga
10:00 Brunch
11:30 Closing Circle
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