About the teachers:

Dr Sarah Nicholson's PhD  “In the footsteps of the heroine: the journey to Integral Feminism” followed the figure of woman as heroine from the ancient Archaic stage of human history to the burgeoning Integral stage; exploring the development of feminist spirituality from within the context of Integral theory and human evolutionary development.

Presently an associate of Sydney University's Department of Studies in Religion, she has been a Visiting Scholar at York University (Canada) and the Australian National University, and has been a faculty member of Integral Institute’s Women’s Integral Life Practice seminar.  She was an invited speaker on Integral Feminism at JFK University's Integral Theory Conference in both 2008 and 2010.

As well as publishing and presenting research both nationally and internationally, Sarah has been a published poet for over ten years and was awarded the Ian Potter Cultural Trust Fellowship for Literature in 2004. She has  studied and practiced extensively in the traditions of Zen and western Vipassana, and has taught contemplative writing practice and meditation.  She teaches at University of Western Sydney, is an Honorary Associate of Sydney University's Department of Studies in Religion, and is an editor of a forthcoming anthology on Integral perspectives on sex, gender and sexuality through SUNY Press.

www.sarahnicholson.org

Tina Nance  is an Australian yoga/dance meditation teacher and the director of Alchemystic YogaDance. Tina has spent well over a decade exploring spiritual traditions, practices and healing arts around the globe. Deeply passionate about creating opportunities for people to connect directly and experientially with their body-mind-spirit, she has trained in Taoist and Classical Indian Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Dance and Movement Meditation, Kinesiology, Shiatsu, Remedial, Thai and Chinese Massage, Vibrational Healing and  Reiki.  Tina has been teaching yoga and movement meditation throughout Australia, Europe, America & Asia for the past 7 years

About the venue:

The beautiful Honeymoon Guesthouse is perfect for relaxation. Elegant Balinese style guest rooms with private balconies are set amidst a lush tropical garden complete with beautifully carved stone statues, carp ponds and a grand salt water pool for relaxing.

Massage and beauty therapy is available onsite. Daily breakfast includes fresh tropical fruit, homemade yoghurt, and freshly baked pastries and bread from The Honeymoon Bakery.

Honeymoon Guesthouse is also situated only a five-minute walk away from the heart of Ubud's shopping, eating, art and performance hub.

About the retreat:

due by 21st December 2010.

On arrival you will be scheduled with a Balinese massage to welcome you to the nurturing, relaxing space you've arrived in.

We begin on Friday night by getting to know each other over a group dinner at the beautiful Indus restaurant.

Retreat pricing :

Full retreat cost

$AU 1200 per person (single room)

$AU 900 roomshare with a friend

$AU 250.00 deposit  confirms your place on the retreat.

Limited scholarship places also available on application.

Retreat is limited to 18 participants.

Retreat price includes:

5 nights single accommodation at the beautiful Honeymoon Guesthouse

Welcome dinner at Indus Restaurant

5 group breakfasts

Balinese Massage and beauty treatment

All retreat activites: yoga, meditation, dance, journal writing program and course materials

What Participants Said:

“I have to say our retreat was just perfect. Fabulous teachers! Both worked well together, linking sessions and themes and so good that both were there for every session. The style was very feminine with flow, allowing, spaciousness and grace. I loved the gentle and logical progression of the journalling and the variety in the yoga and dance was sensational. Excellent design of the retreat.

It was a great opportunity to share 5 gentle and stimulating days with a diverse range of women. Thank you both Sarah and Tina for your professionalism, knowledge and generosity in sharing so much with big open hearts and grace. Loved it ”     Betty, Sydney.

"Thank you all for a wonderful experience! Back to reality and wasn't as bad as I thought,

due to being a whole new refreshed and fully recharged person!! " Nichola, Perth.