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Treat yourself to an unforgettable retreat with certified Kripalu teacher Monica Paredes. In Sabina consists of two beautifully restored 17th century stone villas on seven acres of land with an outdoor swimming pool.

The grounds are landscaped with natural, secluded areas for photography, walking, resting, reading and meditation. The setting is calm and rustic -- an ideal place to rest and relax. A winding country road leads from the property to the charming medieval town of Torri in Sabina about 1.5 miles away, passing scenic farms and landscapes.

Join us for this inspirational trip sure to rejuvenate your spirit. Spend time
with friends in one of Italy’s finest natural surroundings.

Accommodations: All double occupancy rooms have been recently designed in a simple natural style. The main house has three double bedrooms, a therapy room and three bathrooms. There is a large entrance hall, two reception rooms and a kitchen and dining room with an open fireplace. There are also two separate large double bedrooms each with their own entrances and shower rooms.

Yoga classes: Monica will teach daily two-hour yoga classes in the morning, inspiring and deepening your understanding of yoga and philosophy. Sunset meditations will also be offered. Click here to view her teaching style.

Activities and excursions: The area is rich in sites of historic and natural beauty. Transport to various sites and activities can be arranged and is charged accordingly. Some available local activities and excursions include:

• walks
• cycling*
• canoeing
• golf
• hot sulphur springs
• tennis
• Olympic-size indoor swimming pool
• outdoor cold springs & rivers (swimming)
• lakes and national park
• local medieval sites
• visits to Rome and Umbrian towns** (click here for tour choices)
• delightful local festivals in nearby villages.

* Mountain bikes included in price
**One tour of choice included in price.

The following places are within easy access of Torri in Sabina and easily reached by car:
• Rome - 45 minutes
• Spoleto and Todi - 1 hour
• Orvieto - 1 hour
• Siena - 2 hours
• Assisi - 2 hours

Treatments: Reasonably priced therapies are available and sessions should be booked in advance.

Meals: Three garden-fresh healthy meals, rich with the local flavors are served daily.

Transportation and transfers: We will provide group bus transportation from the airport.

Torri in Sabina is within easy access of Rome and its airports. It is 45 minutes from the center of Rome (by car or train) and around an hours’ drive from both airports. The easiest way to get to Sabina is to fly to Rome Fiumicino (Leonardo) airport and then take the train (about £3) to Stimigliano, which originates from the airport station. The last train departs at 8 pm. You can also fly to Rome Ciampino airport with Ryan Air, but this airport is on the other side of Rome so be prepared to travel across Rome on the bus and then the underground system before boarding your train. For groups we will arrange transfers to and from train stations. Let me know your itinerary as soon as you determine your flights.

The retreat price is $950 per student (max. 12) per week for accommodations in shared bedrooms (2 or 3 per room) in either of the two buildings.

The price per student includes:
- Use of all facilities
- Full board: 3 healthy meals per day
   (with the exception of one evening meal as we go out to
     a local restaurant for one meal)
- Some wine at dinner
- All linens and bath towels (not swimming towels)
- Yoga mats, cushions, belts and some other props
- Mountain bikes
- One tour of choice (see above)
- Group airport/train station transportation

Not included:
- Flights to Italy: If you are not using mileage points for airfare, I have arranged group discount tickets through Vanessa at Mirvan Travel at 305-225-2663 (call her in February when she can get better rates), or you may use your own travel agency. The retreat begins on the afternoon of Saturday, June 12 and ends on Saturday morning, June 19. From the states, you may have to fly out Friday, June 11 to arrive in Rome by Saturday.
- Excursions and activities outside of the house and grounds**
- Massage and other therapies

All participants must be fully insured.

Payment: check made payable to: Monica Paredes

(Still accepting new students: full payment due by May 10th)

Non-refundable deposit of $50 to reserve your space due by: Nov. 31, 2003.
Payment of $450 due April 1, 2004 (non-refundable).
The remaining $450 is due May 10, 2004.
We are not able to make any refunds after that time.

Register through e-mail here.

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