May 2010 - Why Yoga?

Dear Friends,

Spring is officially here. We are planting the garden this week so when you come visit you will be enjoying wholesome fresh veggies. The Hummingbirds have returned and the Orchids are blooming.  This beautiful flower comes out for only a couple weeks in the Spring. It is called the Venus Slipper or Calypso Orchid. You have to enjoy it right away, be in the moment, pause, and look at it's beauty because before you know it, it will be gone.

Just like in life, enjoy those beautiful moments when they come, take a deep breath, pause, enjoy... whether it is when you are with your family, your beloved, your friends, or by yourself...take notice when you are in one of those rare and special moments of beauty!

We are having a special event on May 26th for those who may be able to join us! A Sweatlodge will begin at 3pm, followed by a Feast, and then followed by a Fire Walking Ceremony! $100 and it is yours to experience! Call us at 1-800-716-2494 for more details.

There are a few more Retreats listed for this year too. We are creating with Tina and Neil from Best U Can B in Calgary, AB. See their listings below for both August and September.

Another Retreat that is coming up very soon. June 4-6th, 2010, too is our Core Connexion Dance Retreat with Lisa Gilmour. Come and express the yourself and ignite the Spirit within YOUR dance!

Take care of yourselves and be JOY!

blessings,
Brian, Annette, and Megan
Quantum Leaps Lodge

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Why YOGA?

There is only one reason why Yoga has been practiced for thousands of years; that's because it works. Yoga's healing magic unifys the body, mind, and soul. Not only rejuvenating you but also empowering you with greater self awareness ..... Ultimately bringing forth breakthroughs in your beliefs and stepping into the present moment with flexibility in both body and mind. Finding your stillness in each posture (yoga asana), creating a flow for your body to move gently, connecting each movement with breath, letting go, building strength and flexibility, and ultimately shifting your energy, leaving you peaceful and balanced. AS sure as one's body continually produces electrical frequencies, so it is that holding different asanas enables you to tune into the music of your body. Opening up to new and wonderful physical & Spiritual vibrations! Please do not underestimate what your Yoga practice can do for you. Bringing your Self into Balance and as you do that so to will our mother earth come into balance...

We are so blessed there are so many awesomely talented yoga facilitators teaching such a wide variety of melodies; i mean modalities. Find one that resonates with you & this temple you reside in noticing how your daily practice opens up more room for you. So the suggestion is create for yourself a daily practice, of movement & meditation; whatever that looks like for you; to bring a greater awareness to how you move within your body.

If by some miracle you find yourself at Quantum Leaps we now have a full time yoga teacher. Megan teaches for groups and teaches personal yoga classes to.  She is a certified yoga instructor and has guided people on their yoga journey throughout Canada, the U.S., Malaysia, and Thailand.  Megan's yoga classes will leave you relaxed, renewed, and ignite in you a willingness to explore yoga wherever you call home.

Make this summer unique with personalized retreats, organized retreats/playshops, mud bathing, and a holiday that makes a difference.

Why Yoga... to prepare one for sitting in the stillness/BEingness of meditation, i.e. Vipassana; inner postures, unifying body, mind, spirit.

NAMASTE

2010 Retreats and Work/Playshops
For your Inner and Outer Explorations...

May 28-30th, 2010 Mindfulness Yoga with Tracey Delfs. Join us on a weekend of peace and relaxation as we move together in a mindful way, practicing Yoga, hiking in the Mountains, eating organic and wholesome food. A Sweat lodge will take place on Sunday. You will feel rejuvenated and relaxed by the end of this Retreat. To register go to our Mindfulness Yoga Retreat page.

June 4-6th, 2010 Core Connexion; An Art/Dance Workshop with Lisa Gilmour. Experience the power of Dance, Art, and Nature during this wonderful Retreat. Through guided movement and play, you will explore your own inspired movement creating space for finding your Spirit within. Dance and express yourself! To register go to our Core Connexion Dance Retreat page.

July 9-12th, 2010 Yoga and Dance Retreat; A Moving Meditation with Ellen Watson." It is written in the book of the Sioux that they have gone into the earth. Nothing will bring them back until the white man dances. -Chief Seattle " This highly experiential retreat will give participants the opportunity to enter a variety of moving meditation practices, sending you home refreshed, revitalized, and with a new vision for your future.To register go to our Moving Meditation Retreat page.

July 16-19th, 2010 Primal Elements Retreat with Brian O and Annette. This is a magical weekend of inner and outer explorations! During this personal growth workshop, there will be opportunities for exploration, adventure, and of course fun. We will be immersed in the Elements of Life; FIRE, AIR, EARTH, and WATER. To register go to our Primal Elements Retreat page.

August 1-12th, 2010 Surviving to Thriving; A Journey in the Sacred Circle with Maria Kliavkoff. This Retreat is a life shifting experience which combines deep process work with relaxed vacation time. We will explore what it takes to shift our daily reality from one of physical, financial, emotional and spiritual survival to one that allows us to thrive in all areas of our
existence. Together we will discover the keys to living the life of our dreams while we enjoy the glorious setting of the BC Rockies with like-minded people.This retreat celebrates the book release of Maria Kliavkoff's first book which chronicles the 12 positions of the Sacred Circle and illustrates how to utilize the lessons of the circle to live the lifeof your dreams. In these 12 days we will journey through the circle discovering personal applications for all lessons. The retreat will consist of focused group facilitation and activities including but not limited to: mask work, stick carving, river rafting, drum circles, campfires and labyrinth walks coupled with down time to allow you to enjoy your surroundings while you integrate all of the day's experiences.

To Register for the Retreat contact MK Facilitations at (403) 282-2119 or (250) 347-2110 www.mkfacilitations.com To book your accommodations contact Quantum Leaps at 1-800-716-2494.

August 13-17th, 2010 The Sacred Journey Experience Reflection, Guidance, Leadership, Vision during this spiritual journey on the Path of Shin Dao (Living the Way of the Heart). Sweat lodge, teepee, labyrinth, vision quest, and other interactive experiences will take place. Extremely limited participant opportunity – a maximum of 8 ‘travelers’ will work with as many as 5 loving, caring facilitators of Best U Can B Inc of Calgary, for a very personal Spiritual Journey.

Regularly priced at $1297.00 plus 5% g.s.t., friends of Quantum Leaps Lodge receive a $250.00
discount! Call Tina at 403-285-5266 or visit www.bestucanb.ca/sacredjourney for more
information. You can also email info@bestucanb.ca

August 19-22nd, 2010 Awakening Your Divine Soul with Roseanna Ienco This beautiful weekend will assist you to hear the deepest whispers of your soul. You will be given the opportunity to connect deeply with your true essence, to help you understand why you are here on this earth and what it is that you are truly here to do. To register go to our Divine Purpose Retreat page.

September 17–19, 2010 “Refill Your Pitcher” Women’s Weekend Retreat! A chance to rejuvenate and reconnect with self, mother nature and other women in beautiful surroundings under the loving guidance of Woman that Dances with Light (Tina Thrussell). Enjoy Nia classes (Nia is barefoot movement to music that blends dance arts, martial arts, and healing arts for a mind/body/spirit connection), labyrinth walks, moving meditation, talking stick ceremonies, journaling… and more (or less if you prefer!). You choose the perfect blend of time with Self and time to make new female friends.  More information at www.bestucanb.ca/womensweekends.htm

September 24-26th, 2010 Mindfulness Yoga with Tracey Delfs. Join us on a weekend of peace and relaxation as we move together in a mindful way, practicing Yoga, hiking in the Mountains, eating organic and wholesome food. A Sweatlodge will take place on Sunday. You will feel rejuvenated and relaxed by the end of this Retreat. To register go to our Mindfulness Yoga Retreat page.

October 15-17th, 2010 Beyond the Coming Chaos: Inner Transformation, Outer Transition with Carolyn Baker Ph.D. (author of 5 books including Sacred Demise) www.carolynbaker.net. There is no doubt that we living in a time of great change. Are you ready in your life to embrace the collapse of this empire; of the structure around you? This Retreat, through the power of myth, story, drumming, and ritual, will assist you in discovering who you truly wish to be in the face of change.

Stayed tuned for constant updates and
additions to our 2010 Schedule.

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