We all know that our health is indeed our wealth. Yet it is still the most taken for granted of all things in our lives. Only when we have a sore throat, toothache, belly upset or something, are we aware of just how much pain we could be in, day in and day out if we were to succumb to some dis "ease." Our health is so effected by what we eat, breathe, think and do, yet even this we are mostly unaware of. Lets make a conscious effort, from right here, right now, to live in our physical bodies, aware of the energy body as well as the mental and spiritual bodies. These 4 bodies live together, are an integral part of each other and so influence one another, we cannot treat them as if they are separate. From this moment, take charge, breathe with awareness, shop with awareness, eat with awareness and then, most difficult of all, think with awareness. I will write more next time on the actual different layers of these bodies to help you understand them better.

In closing, please support our WELLNESS FAIR in KZN at Umhlali primary school, sat 8th June 9am to 5.30pm . You can view the events timetable on www.wellnessfairkzn.com Lots of activities for the whole family with healthy foods and stalls of interest.

So its full steam ahead with the planning for the first wellness fair here in Umhlali, KZN. I have been busy securing the venue, setting up the website and arranging demonstations and classes for the enjoyment of the whole family. Please feel free to send in requests and/or suggestions as to what you would like to participate in or watch etc. It is your fair, please contribute with ideas for us. That way we can try to give you as much as possible and collectively enjoy a great day of fun, health and play !The website is still very new, i will start adding to it shortly.

www.wellnessfairkzn.com

as always

Ahimsa

cheryl

It is with great joy I announce the upcoming YOGA FESTIVAL in Kwazulu Natal. Being new in the area, it has been a frustrating journey trying to find  a suitable venue for both our requirements and our pockets. After much searching I came across the perfect venue at Umhlali Primary School. Our yoga classes will be held both indoors and outdoors, in the very large hall and under cover outside. There is plenty of space under cover for stall holders and for our treatment centre. If there is anyone wishing to host a stall with yoga related merchandise please contact me as soon as possible as space is limited.( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. )If anyone from surrounding areas would like to be part of this Yoga Love and lead a class/workshop, mail me asap as well.

This is to be the start of an annual event, so please pass along the information to studios, friends and business' you think might contribute to the collective Yogic energy.

Lets make  this Saturday the 8th June, an unforgettable day of family fun, yoga, meditation, healthy food and loads of laughter .

Ahimsa

Cheryl Lancellas

A very happy day ahead to everyone ! Both my Elands Bay  and the 8-10th March retreats are now fully booked. I have the next retreat planned for 10-12th May,  and then again 16-18th August.(up here on North Coast) It is a great way for a few friends to get away for a healthy weekend to celebrate a birthday.  Remember, you dont have to all be practising yogis or yoginis, allowances are made for partners less enthusiastic for this ancient art. So plan a weekend with your loved ones. If your partner is a golfer, I have had excellent feedback from golfers staying with us for fri, sat and leaving to play golf at lunchtime Sunday. They have reported " their best game ever" The increase in concentration and balance is the explanation !

I am still waiting on confirmation for the preferred venue for the first ever KZNYoga festival, so keep your eyes on this space! I will be looking for any contributors, either in a teaching, demonstratiive or  stall holder capacity.

A thought for later in the year : I am planning on taking a group of 6 people across to Varkala for a 10 day stay. This will entail daily ayurvedic treatments, yoga sessions and lots of rest and recuperation! Varkala is ideally situated on the pristine coastline, surrounded by palms and tropical trees and birdlife. The cuisine, as you all know, is sumptuous. So start putting some pennies away and reserve your place now. Dates are still open to suggestion or request until end of March, then decisions have to be made. For photos of this venue go to my facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Southern-Africa-Yoga-Safaris/120570251361375

Thought for the day :

What is not started today is never finished tomorrow.

The secret of getting ahead, is getting started.

With Love, compassion and Ahimsa

as always, Cheryl

Well it certainly seems that Spring is about to have sprung ! It is nearly time to shrug off the woolies, pack away the baggy tracksuit pants, slip into some lighter clothes and venture outdoors. Why not join us for a de-tox yoga holiday, take time to walk the labyrinth, indulge in yoga asanas, pranayama, meditations, days of silence,healthy meals and yoga nidra. Come out and play ! If this interests you, contact us on 0840902083 and enjoy  yoga in South Africa during the Spring

September/october

Luxury Yoga Holiday

Flamingo resort, Barra Beach, Inhambane- Mozambique
August 20-27th
Closing dates for reservations: 30th July

Dolphin/Yoga Therapy

Ponto do ouro, Mozambique
10th-14th September
Closing dates for reservations: 20th August

10 Day Intense Yoga Detox

Blue Butterfly, Tulbagh
25th September–4th October
Closing dates for reservations: 31st August

Family Yoga Fun Weekend

Blue Butterfly, Tulbagh
5th-7th October
Closing dates for reservations: 20th September

Ballito, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa

Power up your life with Yoga – a weekend packed with specific asanas and pranayamas, combined with meditations and sound therapy for energizing the entire body!

17 - 19 May 2013
16 - 18 August 2013

Ponto do Ouro, Mozambique

Join us for a Dolphin-Therapy retreat.

20 - 25 May 2013
21 - 26 July 2013
29 Sept - 04 Oct 2013

Bush to Beach, South Africa

10 Oct - 20 Oct 2013

Yoga Holiday, Varkala India

Daily Yoga, Ayurvedic Treatments, relax on the beach and restore the body, mind and soul!

20 Nov - 03 Dec 2013

Yoga Safari, South Africa

24 March - 03 April 2014

For more information on any of these, contact : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 084 090 2083

The following are the dates for last retreats of 2011 :

4th - 10th November 2011, Blue Butterfly , Tulbagh

(There is the option of just doing the weekend)

This is a "spring clean " of the body's systems using specific asanas, pranayamas, meditations and healthy meals. There will be a few "suprises" during the week long stay !

2nd - 4th December 2011, Heia safari ranch, Cradle of Humankind

Find your inner balance

16th - 18th December 2011

Wind down at the year end, take time to assess and assimmilate!

For more information on any of these, contact : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   or call 084 090 2083

5 day Yoga workshop 

R 2,200.00 inclusive of accommodation, meals, course material, ayurveda information, meditation, deep relaxation techniques and classes.

Come join us and learn more than just the postures, find out why we connect with our breath, why we need to relax and meditate, learn a little about Ayurveda, what the best foods for your particular dosha are, basic nutritional knowledge as well as some very easy vegetarian recipes.

Take time to walk the Labyrinth, read, meditate and enjoy !!!!!

Call Cheryl 0840902083 for bookings.