Absolute Yoga Samui

Hot Yoga Immersion Course

31 October-5 November 2010  l Koh Samui, Thailand l With Tomasz Goetel

“Experience Hot Yoga Like Never Before… New Postures, Variations & a Fun, New Style of Practice!”

Date: September 6, 2010
From: Lucas Rockwood (Koh Samui, Thailand)

Dear Hot Yoga Student,

If you LOVE Hot Yoga but are frustrated with your practice or are ready for a new challenge, then this Hot Yoga Immersion course on Koh Samui might be just what you need to take your yoga to the next level!

Here’s why it’s exciting:

Tomasz Goetel, owner/director of The Yoga House in Phuket is coming to Absolute Sanctuary to lead a one-time, Hot Yoga training course specifically designed to help you go deeper, gain strength and flexibility, and most of all, experience maximum benefits from your Hot Yoga practice.

There’s more to Hot Yoga than just 26 poses!

During this 5 day/5 night course, here’s what you’ll learn:

• Fundamentals and Beyond including how to move past “tricky poses,” overcome injuries, and propel forward in yoga.
• Upper Body Strength Poses are the “missing link” in most Hot Yoga classes. Tomasz will teach you how Hot Yoga can be used for strength AND flexibility.
• Adjustments & Alignment are often the key to moving from a beginner to an intermediate and then on to an advanced practitioner. To understand your body is to understand your yoga practice. Tomasz will show you how small changes in positioning can make a HUGE difference in your practice.
• Detoxify & Cleanse your body through yoga AND nutrition. During two guest lecture workshops, Tomasz and his teaching team will show you foods that cleanse and foods that clog your system… it’s all about creating a new, energized you!
   
  You will be participating in a program that brings together friendly people from all over the world, under the guidance of one of the most fun teachers around. The group-energy, two Hot Yoga classes a day and Tomasz’s ego-free, light-hearted approach to Yoga make the entire course an amazing experience. Expect to learn new things, play with new ideas, laugh with others, and have a great time. Breakthroughs have been known to happen, too!

*BEGINNERS WELCOME* This course is designed for all levels of students from beginners all the way to teachers (we have a full range each course).

What can you expect to walk away with after this course?

After this course, you will feel empowered, energized and joyful. That’s guaranteed!
You will also enjoy a deeper understanding of what Yoga is really about and how you can use this understanding to improve every area of your life (relationships, work, family, service to others). You will go home with an inspiration to live a healthier lifestyle. Teachers who participated in our courses before told us that they found renewed inspiration and tons of new teaching skills.

Who is Tomasz Goetel?

Tomasz Goetel is the founder of the Hot Yoga Evolution style, and runs his Yoga studio in Phuket, Thailand. He is quickly becoming more popular, as he has an amazing ability to pass on his knowledge, which he acquired from Jimmy Barkan, one of the most respected Hot Yoga teachers in the world, and then fine-tuned through his own practice and teaching experience.

Tomasz is known for his passionate, inspirational approach, and the light-hearted sense of humor.

On top of that, Tomasz has a strong, personal Yoga practice and freely shares his abilities. He superbly connects with each Student; his classes and workshops are friendly to all levels of practitioners, from brand-new beginner to ultra-advanced. You can find out more at www.HotYogaPhuket.com

Who is Alister Bredee?

Alister Bredee has worked in the field of complementary healthcare for over 25 years. He initially trained as a psychotherapist, but soon after starting to practice, he realized that the tools he had were insufficient for the job, and he started a long journey of learning.
 
He explored kinesiology, touch for health, homeopathy, acupuncture and hypnosis. After qualifying he started a practice in Dublin, Ireland, from where he took an interest in and began to explore the healing practices of Reiki, Hawaiian Huna and Meridian Techniques.
 
In 2005 he moved to Thailand, where he first taught at a university, before moving to Koh Samui to work in Detox Resorts. Until recently he was the Wellness Consultant at Absolute Sanctuary, and has now decided to return to teaching, holding a series of workshops at the Hot Yoga Immersion program.

Who is this Course Designed For?

This course is designed for Hot Yoga students and teachers who are ready for something new, ready to take their practice deeper and expand their knowledge. It’s going to be a LOT of fun, but it’ll be hard work too. Come prepared to learn, to sweat, to try new things, and support your fellow students.

“Take Your Practice to the Next Level!”

Beginners are invited to proceed at their own pace and to develop a healthy routine and regular practice. During the course, beginners will experience the immediate benefits of practice, and also develop a clear understanding of the foundation.

For beginners, the focus is on standing exercises and relaxation, which will help you to work on your balance, strength, flexibility and concentration. For every exercise in class, Tomasz will help you find an easier modification. Modifications take into consideration any physical injuries or limitations, e.g. stiff neck, bad back, sensitive knees, etc. Tomasz teaches beginners in a very caring way, so they feel “at home”, even among more advanced students. With his guidance you can expect to gain and develop balance and strength, relieve stiffness and stress, and improve concentration.

Intermediate students will be guided to the next level in their Hot Yoga practice. Tomasz will work with you directly on improving your precision. Individual adjustments, corrections and a gentle pushes are given, when necessary, which will help to greatly improve your alignment, awareness, and sensitivity. But most of all, expect to have FUN and work hard under the guidance of a very dedicated teacher.

Advanced students / teachers will be invited to become “unlimited” through their yoga practice. We guide everyone in a non-dogmatic, free-spirited way and have loads of fun in the process! During this course you can take the postures you already know to their full expression or play with creative variations. You can learn and experience new postures and sequences, with a totally amazing, new approach to Hot Yoga, that goes beyond limits!

What is the Daily Schedule Like?

The first day (31 October) is a travel day, so students will arrive throughout the day at various times. We’ll have a dinner and an orientation meeting at 20:00 on that first evening, but if your flight comes in late, that’s fine too. The last day
(5 November) is a half day and will finish after lunch at 13:00.

Daily Course Schedule:

About Our Training Facility…

Absolute Sanctuary is Thailand’s premier yoga training center conveniently located on Koh Samui Island. Absolute Yoga has 10 yoga studios throughout Asia, and this facility was created specifically for yoga students who want to take their practice to the next level.

Just a 50 minute flight from Bangkok (15 flights daily), Koh Samui is a beautiful, safe, and friendly destination.

All classes and most workshops will be held at Absolute Sanctuary, our newest yoga facility on Koh Samui nestled into a hillside overlooking the sea.

• Brand new hardwood floor studio
• State-of-the-art heating system
• Showers, lockers, changing rooms
• Cool, breezy space
• Excellent natural light and green hillside views

We serve simple, healthy meals every day in buffet style. To keep your training costs as low as possible, the food is self-serve (no waiters) and family-style. Don’t expect fine dining, but our Thai and international chefs do a great job preparing tasty, healthy meals made from scratch for you to enjoy.

• 3 group meals daily (included in tuition)
• Group menu includes : fruits, homemade breads, burritos, stir fries, rice, noodles, Italian, Thai, American, and Mexican foods
• Additional food, snacks, and beverages can be purchased at any time from The Love Kitchen

All trainees will stay at Absolute Sanctuary, our newly-opened, Moroccan-style resort with stunning sea views.

• Quite location with an infinity pool and full spa
• Outdoor gazebo (some sessions held here)
• TV, air-con, hot shower rooms
• Shared room (private rooms available for extra charge)

So How Much Does It Cost?

Our training facility is located on the beautiful but affordable island of Koh Samui so accommodation, food, and transportation costs are lower than most parts of the world—and we pass those savings on to you!

Tuition includes all training materials and certification.

775 USD Tuition: 25-Hour Continuing Education Certification Course
400 USD Room/Board: Shared room (1 roommate) plus All meals

TOTAL PAYMENT: 1,175 USD*

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FREE BONUS #1 – Free Yoga Mat
Traveling with a yoga mats is no fun, so we’ll have a new one waiting for you in your room that is yours to keep.

FREE Welcome Foot Massage BONUS #2 – Free Massage
Absolute Sanctuary has a wonderful spa facility, and to welcome you to the resort, you’ll receive a free Welcome Foot Massage voucher to be used during your stay.

Questions & Answers

Q: I’m new to Hot Yoga, but I love it… can I still attend?
A: Yes! This course is open to al levels!

Q:Two Hot Yoga classes each day sounds hard… is it hard?
A: It’s challenging yes—but it’s a LOT of fun too. For most people, this is much more practice than they usually do… but that’s the idea! It’s a bootcamp training and you’ll have some amazing breakthroughs.

Q: I’ve never been to Thailand… is it safe?

A: Thailand is one of most-peaceful, friendly, and welcoming countries in the world. It’s extremely safe and easy to visit.

Q: Will you pick me up from the airport?
A: Of course! Don’t worry, we’ll take care of everything! We’ll have a driver holding a sign with your name on it when you arrive to take you to the resort.

Q: I’ve only done Bikram Yoga… will I be ready for this?
A: Yes! Most students coming have a Bikram background, and this is open to all levels. It’s NOT competitive in any way, and it’s really more about improving your personal practice—nothing else.

Q: What is Jimmy Barkan Hot Yoga, Anyway?
A: Tomasz is working on developing the Barkan Method Hot Yoga ideas further, and calls his style the “Hot Yoga Evolution”.  This style of Hot Yoga favors a light-hearted, beginner-friendly approach that is easily accessible to “normal people”, who might be intimidated by, or unsure about, doing yoga. The advanced students, and teachers, are invited to become unlimited in their practice and teaching.

Q: I’m not a vegetarian… do you have normal food too?
A: Yes, we serve mostly plant-based, veggie foods, but we always have a fish or chicken option once per day for those that prefer.

Q: I’m a yoga teacher… is this course good for me?
A: Yes, we always have yoga teachers join this course to learn new ways to teach and practice. It’s an all levels course, and you’ll learn a ton.

Got More Questions?

Feel free to contact me directly with any questions at lucas@AbsoluteYogaSamui.com or call my U.S. tel. number (forwards to me internationally) +1.310.878.4829

Is this Right for You?

I’ve been organizing training events like this for years, and it’s amazing how powerful it is every time we hold a course! Most of us live busy, complicated, crazy lives.

And to take a step back and spend an entire week entirely focused on you, on your health, on your personal growth… now that’s an amazing gift to give yourself.

When I first started practicing yoga, I was a Hot Yoga junkie—and it’s what really transformed me from a 9-5, bloated office drone into a passionate yoga teacher and student; and that’s why I’m so excited that Tomasz is coming to Absolute Sanctuary!

Aside from the personal benefits, you’ll also get to meet some amazing people from all over the world. The Absolute Yoga community practically doubles every year, and it’s so fun to be connected with a positive, healthy group of like-minded people.

Now it’s up to you…

Tell your boss, you need some time off. Tell your spouse and kids you need some “me time.” Book your ticket, pack your bags, and let’s get hot and sweaty with a truly unique Hot Yoga experience on Koh Samui.

I hope to see you in class!

Keep practicing,

Lucas Rockwood
Absolute Yoga
Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 200)

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