In the years since Ak’Bol has opened, yoga has become a central part of the resort, and this year, a yoga festival has been planned for July 9th thru the 16th. At Ak’Bol, it is the firm belief that Yoga is union with your true nature – a way of moving into stillness in order to experience the truth of who you are. Yoga is a science of Self Realization. Everyone is invited to attend the first (and planned to be annual) Yoga and Wellness Festival. This festival is meant to be a week of yoga, meditation, breathing, cleansing, nutrition and so much more. Rejuvenate your life, lose weight, and learn the different dimensions of Hatha Yoga and Meditation. You will also learn of other tools to lead a healthier lifestyle that will help cleanse your body, mind and spirit. The festival is open to beginners, all levels, all body types, and as always, no experience is necessary
Festival Schedule of Events:
Saturday July 9th
- 6pm: Welcome Vegan Dinner+Opening Circle (Welcome ALL) ($25BZ)
- 8pm: Yoga Nidra (Yogic sleep meditation: set your intention for the week) ($15BZ locals)
Sunday July 10th
- 7am Juicing Demo(learn how to juice properly, benefits and recipes)+Silent Walk+Iridology/Nutrition Lecture with Rachelle information packets included
- 10am Restorative Yoga + Guided Meditation (all yoga classes $15BZ to full time locals)
- *Restorative yoga: supported, conscious body/mind relaxation practice. Relax and rest deeply and completely. Allows body to renew and heal.
- 12 Vegan Lunch=take the Vegan challenge for the week! feel light ($20BZ includes retreat beverages)
- 1pm Free time: join the Snorkel of the day ?when was the last time you observed the undersea world?, sign up for a private Iridology Session/Nutrition Nutrition Plan or massage
- 5pm Ayurveda Lecture (the science of life) with Kirsten: learn your dosha ($20BZ)
- *Ayurveda=the science of self healing=food is medicine/medicine is food. The basic principle of Ayurveda is to prevent and treat illness by maintaining balance in the body, mind and consciousness through proper drinking, diet, and lifestyle, as well as herbal remedies.
- 6pm Vegan Dinner bring a friend! ($25BZ includes retreat beverages)
- Evening Activity to follow: Laughter Yoga!! Open discussion…get to know new friends.
Monday July 11th
- 7am Morning Meditation: there will be different breathing exercises+guided meditation+mantra each morning Monday thru Saturday ($5BZ)
- 7:30am Juicing+Tropical Fruits Cleanse
- 9am Morning Yoga Practice with Kirsten=learn to move with your breath=open to all levels
- 12 Vegan Lunch Eat Healthy=feel Fabulous
- 1pm Free time: choice of snorkel of the day+massage+private Iridology+Nutrition session+creative activities: poetry+journaling+collages
- 4pm Cooking Class with Rachelle
- 6pm Dinner: Ayurvedic Vegan Indian Buffet ($25BZ includes retreat beverages)
- Evening Activities to follow=join us in Stargazing! free
Tuesday July 12th
- 7am Morning Meditation with Kirsten: learn tools to go beyond thought!
- 7:30am Juicing & Fruit Cleanse
- 9am Morning Yoga Practice with Rachelle
- 12 Vegan Lunch drop in for a healthy meal and leave feeling great!
- 1pm Kids Yoga ALL children please come and play! ($5BZ)
- Free time: choice of snorkel of the day+massage+private Iridology+Nutrition session+creative activities: poetry+journaling+collages
- 4-5:30pm Restorative Yoga + Guided Meditation with Kirsten
- 6pm Vegan Dinner: bring a friend and join the discussion afterwards…
- Evening Activities to follow…welcome to join our discussion.
Wednesday July 13th
- 7am Morning Meditation with Kirsten
- 7:30am Juicing +Fruits Cleanse
- 9am Morning Yoga Practice with Kirsten
- 12 Vegan Lunch=lighten up your body and mind!
- Free time: bring your swim suit and enjoy a pool day!
- 5pm Cooking Class
- 6pm Dinner Ayurvedic Indian Buffet =bring the family
- Evening Activity to follow: Thai Yoga Partner Massage for beginners and all levels
Thursday July 14th
- 7am Morning Meditation with Kirsten
- 7:30am Juicing+Fruits Cleanse
- 9am Morning Yoga Practice with Rachelle
- 12 Vegan Lunch=cleanse body
- Free Time: choice of snorkel of the day+massage+private Iridology+Nutrition session+creative activities: poetry+journaling+collages
- 4pm Restorative Yoga + Guided Meditation with Kirsten=chill out + breathe
- 6pm Vegan Dinner Social with the retreat group
- Evening Activity to follow: learn Vedic Chants/Kirtan
- Kirtan: repetition of mantras=use as a tool to stop mind chatter
Friday July 15th
- 7am Morning Meditation with Kirsten=come one come all!
- 7:30 Juicing + Fruits Cleanse
- 9am Morning Yoga Practice with Kirsten=all levels
- 12 Vegan Lunch bring the whole family
- Free Time: choice of snorkel of the day+massage+private Iridology+Nutrition session+creative activities: poetry+journaling+collages
- 4pm Maya 2012 Discussion Group with Dr. Marilyn Marx: questions & answers
- 6pm Dinner Ayurvedic Indian Feast! Bring the whole family
- Evening Activity to follow: Full Moon Gathering/Drumming with Drummer Zac & Closing Circle
Saturday July 16th
- 7am Morning Meditation and Gratitude
- 8am Join our healthy vegan full breakfast=bring a loved one…
ALL classes open to ALL LEVELS + Beginners.
