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Join us for a one week retreat at the Tara Yoga Center. Situated on 40 acres of undisturbed natural beauty on the Big Island of Hawaii - the environment can be described as nothing short of breathtaking. 1000 feet up from the ocean, Tara boasts panoramic views of the Pacific and stunning sunrises. The land is very lush and green, creating a painting-like backdrop for the forest of rainbow eucalyptus, palm and macadamia nut trees. There is plenty of space for peaceful walks and forest trails for hiking. The property also features a river that has many pools for swimming and a sacred 400 foot waterfall with a beautiful pool which is said to offer healing waters. There is also a lava cave which you can meditate in!

The retreat center itself is ecologically designed with a tropical /Asian flare – shoji doors, tiled lanais ( porches), and beautiful paintings of Hawaii, whales and dolphins. You’ll find lots of open, clean space that will put you in tune with the environment and draw in the natural beauty.

Nearby activities include white sand beaches, swimming, snorkeling, botanical gardens, horseback riding, whale watching, Volcanic National Park, Waipio Valley, coffee plantations, spectacular waterfalls, the historic Hawaii town of Hilo with dinning, shopping and museums, and much more! There will also be plenty of time to just relax , take in the warm Island breezes or get a massage.

Something almost magical occurs on a yoga retreat in Hawaii. The ideal warm weather helps to soften your muscles, like minded people help support your practice, and delicious fresh food nourishes you. And without the usual everyday distractions you’re able to focus on your regular practice of yoga in an environment that supports deepening and opening. If you have ever been to Hawaii then you know that there is a special energy (prana) there which can dramatically deepen your physical and spiritual practice. Yoga classes will be twice daily and include time for pranayama and meditation. Our asana practice will be primarily in the Iyengar tradition however we will also do some vinyasa (flow). Your body and mind will de-stress, come into balance and you can expect to feel radiant and alive. All levels are welcome.

Yoga room at Tara

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The retreat includes six nights lodging, two yoga classes daily, gourmet vegetarian meals ( fresh local fruits and vegetables and an occasional meal of fresh fish). Participants are requested to bring two yoga blocks, a yoga blanket, a yoga mat and a yoga strap

Howard VanEs, M.A. has been studying and practicing yoga for over 15 years. Howard is a certified yoga teacher and is a graduate of the Mt. Madonna yoga teacher training program in Watsonville CA and has also received training from the advanced training program at the Iyengar Institute in San Francisco, CA. He is the author of Beginning Yoga: A Practice Manual, creator of the Yoga on Demand Audio series and publisher of the online newsletter: Yoga Health and Wellness.

His playful style can best be described as a combination of attention to detail, combined with the inner experience of yoga. Howard also has an M.A. in Counseling Psychology.

"Tara is the perfect yoga retreat - beautiful, peaceful and the food is incredibly delicious!" Susan Zib

Early registration special - register by April 30th and save $75 off rates below.

Standard room: $1295 p.p. dbl. occ. w/shared bath.

Deluxe: (private bath w/sunken tub) $1475 p.p. dbl. occ.

Tent space (with your own tent / outdoor shower): $975

Non-participating partner: subtract $225.00 from above rates

Note: If registering as an individual a roomate will be assigned.

Work exchange/scholarship: A work exchange/scholarship position is available. Please contact info@letsdoyoga.com for more info.