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By
Nikki on
November 1st, 2009
7 day Yoga and Detox week with Nikki Massaioli at Yoga To Go Monday 11th January – Sunday 17th January 2010 Join Nikki Massaioli for 7 morning classes, and all meals included 7-day Yoga and Detox week at Yoga To Go.
This week offers you the opportunity to kick start a new and healthy lifestyle, get back on track if you have fallen off the wagon, or simply start the New Year with vitality, new habits and loads of energy. There are now no excuses for the extremely busy person, this week includes 7 morning Yoga classes, specifically designed to cleanse and detoxify your body. Lift your energy and increase your metabolism as well as toning the body from the inside out. You will be provided with three meals a day and two snacks as well as juice to take with you for your day ahead. About your meals The Eat Fit Food (EFF) 7day DETOX works on cleansing and rejuvenating the digestive system. Eat Fit Food is revitalising the concept of “detox” with a nutritious, satisfying and most importantly delicious 7 day eating plan. The Eat Fit Food Detox is not a fad but a specifically designed program to help kick start a healthier & fresher diet and lifestyle. The menu is packed with gorgeous seasonal fruit and veggies, which are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. The diet is largely unprocessed, with high fiber whole foods to help get sluggish digestive systems up and running more efficiently. The program is dairy, red meat, wheat, gluten & preservative free and for optimal benefit it is recommended that alcohol, cigarettes and caffeine be avoided for the program duration. Your detox food will arrive at the school every second day, and consist of: • Breakfast, lunch & dinner • Morning and afternoon snacks • Pre-breakfast cleansing juice • High fiber psyllium husk supplements What you can expect from the 7 day Detox and Yoga week: • Weight loss, • more energy, • glowing skin, • increased flexibility, • a deepening of your yoga practice, • increased fitness, • restored peace of mind, • a healthier digestive system, • Better sleeping patterns, • A leaner body, And this is just the start……
DATES: Monday 11th January – Sunday 17th January 2010 TIME: 6.30 – 7.45am Monday 11th Jan – Saturday 16th Jan 9.00 – 10.45am Sunday 17th Jan 2010 COST: $590.00 inclusive of all yoga, all meals, juices, snacks. EARLY BIRD OFFER: $520.00 book before 10th December 2009. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL
By
Nikki on
October 21st, 2009
In this energizing and fun workshop, we will spend time opening the shoulders, strengthening the arms & stabilizing the shoulder joints as well as strengthening the core muscles and see how they relate to finding balance in inversions. For students new to inversions, this workshop will aid you in laying foundations, as well as learning preparation postures to begin to go up. More experienced practitioners will work on variations such as forearm balances and three point headstand. TIME: 4PM - 6PM COST: $30 BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL
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Nikki on
October 21st, 2009
Tamasoma jotirgamaya lead me from darkness to light.
By
Nikki on
September 17th, 2009
Issue 122
We are proud to anounce that Nikki Massaioli and Luke Cook are both featured in this addition of Wellbeing magazine. Nikki’s article is an intresting look at Yoga and Body image and Luke has published a fantastic aritcle on pilates for Beginners, Be sure to grab a copy. We look forward to any feed back.
By
Nikki on
September 17th, 2009
PHUKET, THAILAND LUXURY YOGA AND LIFESTYLE RETREAT DURATION: 7 DAYS AND 6 NIGHTS UPCOMING DATES: Join Nikki and Tamar who will be teaching a combination of Dynamic yoga and Iyengar classes working the body in a holistic manner and encouraging deep relaxation. Unwind, relax and renew. For a lasting sense of inner peace, contentment and fulfillment there will be treatments offered at the spa and health centre. With a real sense of privacy, luxury and exclusivity, Palm Spa takes a holistic approach your wellbeing, combining ancient Eastern therapies with the latest Western techniques to encompass mind, body and spirit. In a tranquil setting, enhanced by the caring nature of our dedicated team of Thai and Swedish therapists, who will nurture you through the rejuvenating and healing process, as you achieve total wellness. Within the tranquil grounds of the Twin Palms , on a secluded little Beach in Phuket, lays the opportunity to strip off the old, the tired, the worn down, and replace it with the new, soothed, revitalized you. The week focuses on the practice of yoga, on the mat and off. These classes are complemented with practical discussions on other modalities like relaxation, healthy eating and fitness. Thailand is a land of colour. The food is superb; fresh, spicy and readily available at the Oriental Spoon restaurant, within the Twin Palms, on the beach or at the nearby markets. Exploration of this friendly and exotic culture is encouraged with day trips to nearby locations. The retreat is suitable for all levels. INCLUSIONS: The Twin Palms is the epitome of privacy, luxury and Zen. $1999.00 AUS Twin Share, excluding flights.
optional extras Day spa DATES
17th - 23rd April 2010 TEAM NIKKI MASSAIOLI Nikki Massaioli is the founder and director of Yoga To Go, Centre of Health and Wellbeing, a multi-modality holistic yoga centre in Sydney that is dedicated to the pursuit of health, balance and transformation. Her vision is simple but powerful: to share the transformative powers of yoga that she has experienced first hand. Nikki began practicing yoga at nineteen. Now, nearly fifteen years later, her vitality and wellness she attributes largely to her daily yoga practice. “Yoga is the most profound tool for growth, healing and self-transformation,” she says. “The practice creates space, freedom, courage and tenacity within.” Prior to starting Yoga to Go in 2002, Nikki studied with senior teachers in Australia, completed the Yoga Arts Teacher Training, and she has since gained certification as an Iyengar Yoga teacher. As well as teaching at her flourishing centre in Petersham, Nikki leads local Australian and International retreats, workshops and intensives. Her teaching style is equal parts dynamic and nurturing, passionate and caring. “The best thing about teaching is sharing the gifts of yoga,” she says. Nikki is a devoted mother of two and when not teaching or practicing yoga she loves to let loose on the living room dancefloor with her two young children. TOP YOGA-TO-GO’S RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL AND TOURISM POLICY Yoga-to-Go’s Australian and international retreats offer individuals the opportunity to enhance their health and well being in luxurious and natural surroundings. This involves traveling to different destinations, each with their own unique environmental, cultural and economic conditions. Our Responsible Travel and Tourism Policy is a clear demonstration of our commitment to the sustainability of each of the places we visit, and respect for those who live there. As part of every retreat we will: • Minimise our global warming impact by making all our retreats carbon neutral. At Yoga-to-Go we value the people and places we visit though our retreats, just as we value the individuals who participate. Below are a set of guidelines we apply to fulfill our policy guidelines. ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES YOUR PARTICIPATION IN A YOGA-TO-GO RETREAT WILL BE 100% CARBON NEUTRAL. Included in the cost of each of our retreats is an accredited carbon offsetting program that we have been developed through the Australian company, Carbon Planet. This means that we will calculate the amount of carbon dioxide that will be generated from your travel, accommodation and activities and offset this by investing in Carbon Planet’s fully certified carbon credit schemes. These include the purchase of, and caring for trees, and the installation of energy saving light bulbs and showerheads. Each carbon credit purchased will see 1 tonne of carbon dioxide being stored for at least 100 years. Full details of how the carbon offsetting scheme works is available at http://www.carbonplanet.com/campaigns/yogatogo • No littering We also use 100% recycled paper in all our course materials. CULTURAL GUIDELINES Most of our international retreats take place in Thailand where there are different rules and customs from Western countries. As Thailand has a variety of cultures and religions there are certain behavioural and dress expectations that apply to the places you are likely to visit. For example, women can wear swimwear at the beach or around resorts, but topless bathing is generally not accepted. When visiting temples or other religious places, stricter dress codes apply such as covering shoulders and legs. It is important that all our retreat participants familiarise themselves with what is required and we will help with information and advice. There are parts of Thailand, such as Patong Beach, where the rules and regulations are more relaxed. These areas tend to be busier and are more tailored to Western-style nightlife and shopping. Bartering for clothing and other items is an accepted practice in throughout the country. It is important to tip staff in restaurants, cafes and hotels as the wages in Thailand are very low. We will assist you in understanding when tipping is appropriate. In Australia, we have a Western culture where there are fewer restrictions on dress and some activities than in non-Western countries. However, it is important that our Australian retreat participants respect the local rules and regulations of each the places we visit. ECONOMIC GUIDELINES Our retreats only use accommodation, travel and tourist facilities that are locally managed and owned. We also ensure the staff working for these organisations are appropriately rewarded. In the past, we have provided a percentage of our earnings from our retreats to local causes. For example, in the aftermath of the devastating Tsunami we contributed 10 per cent of takings to helping with the rebuilding of housing and infrastructure. We will continue to identify worthy philanthropic activities as part of our future retreats
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Nikki on
September 17th, 2009
REST, RESTORE & REJUVENATE RETREAT UPCOMING DATES: Conveniently located, just ten minutes drive from Nowra. Bamarang Bush retreat provides a relaxing and tranquil setting for a yoga retreat that will truly rest, restore and rejuvenate the senses and the spirit. Immerse yourself in the peace and tranquillity of this natural haven whilst being nourished with delicious vegetarian meals cooked with love and nurtured by nature, Pranayama, meditation and daily yoga practice. The retreat is suitable for all levels INCLUSIONS Twice daily yoga TOP COST $395.00 AUS Twin share $495.00 AUS Single room TEAM Nikki Massaioli is the founder and director of Yoga To Go, Centre of Health and Wellbeing, a multi-modality holistic yoga centre in Sydney that is dedicated to the pursuit of health, balance and transformation. Her vision is simple but powerful: to share the transformative powers of yoga that she has experienced first hand. Nikki began practicing yoga at nineteen. Now, nearly fifteen years later, her vitality and wellness she attributes largely to her daily yoga practice. “Yoga is the most profound tool for growth, healing and self-transformation,” she says. “The practice creates space, freedom, courage and tenacity within.” Prior to starting Yoga to Go in 2002, Nikki studied with senior teachers in Australia, completed the Yoga Arts Teacher Training, and she has since gained certification as an Iyengar Yoga teacher. As well as teaching at her flourishing centre in Petersham, Nikki leads local Australian and International retreats, workshops and intensives. Her teaching style is equal parts dynamic and nurturing, passionate and caring. “The best thing about teaching is sharing the gifts of yoga,” she says. Nikki is a devoted mother of two and when not teaching or practicing yoga she loves to let loose on the living room dancefloor with her two young children. TOP DATES: 26th February - 28th February 2010 SAMPLE ITINERARY Time Yoga-to-Go’s Australian and international retreats offer individuals the opportunity to enhance their health and well being in luxurious and natural surroundings. This involves traveling to different destinations, each with their own unique environmental, cultural and economic conditions. Our Responsible Travel and Tourism Policy is a clear demonstration of our commitment to the sustainability of each of the places we visit, and respect for those who live there. As part of every retreat we will: · Minimise our global warming impact by making all our retreats carbon neutral. · Protect pristine natural environments by not littering and respecting local vegetation, sea life and wildlife. · Respect local customs and regulations by meeting all necessary dress and behavioural expections. · Contribute to the communities we visit by buying local and through out philanthropic activities. At Yoga-to-Go we value the people and places we visit though our retreats, just as we value the individuals who participate. Below are a set of guidelines we apply to fulfill our policy guidelines. ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES Your participation in a Yoga-to-Go retreat will be 100% carbon neutral. Included in the cost of each of our retreats is an accredited carbon offsetting program that we have been developed through the Australian company, Carbon Planet. This means that we will calculate the amount of carbon dioxide that will be generated from your travel, accommodation and activities and offset this by investing in Carbon Planet’s fully certified carbon credit schemes. These include the purchase of, and caring for trees, and the installation of energy saving light bulbs and showerheads. Each carbon credit purchased will see 1 tonne of carbon dioxide being stored for at least 100 years. Full details of how the carbon offsetting scheme works is available at http://www.carbonplanet.com/campaigns/yogatogo In addition to reducing our global warming impact, Yoga-to-Go requires all participants in our retreats to help protect the many different environments you will be experiencing. These include: · No littering · No touching or removal of coral · No touching or removal of wildlife or sea life without permission or authorisation · Minimisation of all waste. We also use 100% recycled paper in all our course materials.
By
Nikki on
March 22nd, 2009
Join Nikki for a weekend intensive of Iyengar Yoga. So many parts of our life are about pushing, striving and working hard. We charge through the day only to collapse at the end of the day in a heap. Often we bring the same mentality into our yoga practice, pushing striving and charging through, only to get to Savasana and feel as though we could pass out! This weekend is designed for practitioners Level 1 and above to explore the foundations, building stability, strength and awareness. Working with the systematic method of Iyengar Yoga we move towards a practice that harnesses the mind, produces energy and allows the Yoga to touch us. Dates & Times: Sunday 5th April 2009 BOOKings are essential Location: Yoga To Go, 106-108 Crystal Street, Petersham Phone: 9569 0870 Email: info@yogatogo.com.au course Cost: $135
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Nikki on
April 6th, 2008
BELLCHARA, GERRINGONG, n.s.w rest, restore & rejuvinate retreat UPCOMING DATES: 23rd May – 25th May 2008 3 Days 2 nights Bellachara boutique hotel is a stunning sanctuary with views overlooking the mountains, across wetlands and back to the sea – just 90 minutes south of Sydney. A retreat at Bellachara combines invigorating yoga practice with indulgent day spa treatments in boutique surroundings. The Bellachara property boasts luxurious suites, a contemporary Australian restaurant, as well as a pool and spa, to make your yoga retreat relaxing and rejuvenating. The retreat is suitable for all levels. Inclusions Morning dynamic yoga classes TEAM Nikki Massaioli is the founder and director of Yoga To Go, Centre of Health and Wellbeing, a multi-modality holistic yoga centre in Sydney that is dedicated to the pursuit of health, balance and transformation. Her vision is simple but powerful: to share the transformative powers of yoga that she has experienced first hand. Nikki began practicing yoga at nineteen. Now, nearly fifteen years later, her vitality and wellness she attributes largely to her daily yoga practice. “Yoga is the most profound tool for growth, healing and self-transformation,” she says. “The practice creates space, freedom, courage and tenacity within.” Prior to starting Yoga to Go in 2002, Nikki studied with senior teachers in Australia, completed the Yoga Arts Teacher Training, and she has since gained certification as an Iyengar Yoga teacher. As well as teaching at her flourishing centre in Petersham, Nikki leads local Australian and International retreats, workshops and intensives. Her teaching style is equal parts dynamic and nurturing, passionate and caring. “The best thing about teaching is sharing the gifts of yoga,” she says. Nikki is a devoted mother of two and when not teaching or practicing yoga she loves to let loose on the living room dancefloor with her two young children
By
Nikki on
January 30th, 2008
THE UNDOING OF DOING 29th & 30th of March 2008 Join Nikki Massaioli, founder and director of Yoga to Go for a weekend of transformation. During the weekend, we will explore the relationship of action and reaction. Through the practice of Yoga Postures, (Asanas), breathing exercises (Pranayama) and self study (Svadhyaya), we will begin to unravel the ties that bind us. In life we create habits; we are constantly doing. Yet, what if we stopped? What if you had an opportunity to be free and nurtured, with enough space to be able to reflect? In a supportive and nurturing environment, we will learn to stop, let go and begin to develop an understanding of how our practice can not only support us through our life, but also how we can allow that practice to provide space, freedom and clarity to all areas of our life.
Saturday 28th of January 6am - 8am & 11:30am –1:30pm Nikki Massaioli is the founder and director of Yoga To Go, Centre of Health and Wellbeing, a multi-modality holistic yoga centre in Sydney that is dedicated to the pursuit of health, balance and transformation. Her vision is simple but powerful: to share the transformative powers of yoga that she has experienced first hand. Nikki began practicing yoga at nineteen. Now, nearly fifteen years later, her vitality and wellness she attributes largely to her dedicated daily yoga practice. “Yoga is the most profound tool for growth, healing and self-transformation,” she says. “The practice creates space, freedom, courage and tenacity within.” Prior to starting Yoga to Go in 2002, Nikki studied with senior teachers in Australia, completed the Yoga Arts Teacher Training, and she has since gained certification as an Iyengar Yoga teacher. As well as teaching at her flourishing centre in Petersham, Nikki leads local and international retreats, workshops and intensives. Her teaching style is equal parts dynamic and nurturing, passionate and caring. “The best thing about teaching is sharing the gifts of Yoga” she says. Nikki is a devoted mother of two and when not teaching or practicing yoga she loves to let loose on the living room dancefloor with her two young children.
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Nikki on
December 5th, 2007
THAILAND, KOH SAMUI EXCLUSIVE YOGA AND CLEANSE ESCAPE DURATION: 7 days and 6 nights UPCOMING DATES: 10th May - 17th May 2008
EXCLUSIVE YOGA AND CLEANSE ESCAPE
Join Nikki Massaioli for a week of Dynamic Iyengar Yoga and Pranayama, spa treatments, healthy gourmet cuisine, rest and relaxation in luxurious beachfront surroundings. The ultimate all inclusive retreat. For 7 days and 6 nights, learn to stop, let go, refresh & rediscover. Set on the pristine coastline of Southern Koh Samui, Thailand, this exclusive property is surrounded by lush vegetation, cascading streams and overlooks the powder-white beaches Koh Samui is renowned for. You will be guided through a healing process by a team of highly qualified health professionals, who are on site, helping you to achieve complete balance and wellness.
This exclusive property has been designed to embrace its surrounding landscape. The rooms and villas are nestled amid ancient, granite boulders, streams and tropical vegetation using nature’s own creations as defining elements of the surrounding architecture. Asian textiles and individually selected art pieces are combined with modern interiors to create a comfortable yet elegant space. The grounds of the property are tranquil and expansive giving each guest the opportunity to find one of the many private places to escape and surrender. WELLNESS SANCTUARY & HOLISTIC SPA The wellness sanctuary promotes a harmonious integration of body, mind and spirit, integrating holistic medicine and complementary therapies from the Eastern and Western traditions. The extensive selection of treatments on offer including; an Ayurvedic clinic, Chinese Doctors, naturopaths, day spa and massage allow for a truly personalised program to be created for each individual. This exclusive Koh Samui retreat is suitable for all yoga levels. Inclusions • 6 nights luxury accommodation Cost: $2499.00 AUS Twin Share in Hillside room, excluding flights. $2999.00 AUS Single in Hillside room, excluding flights $2899.00 AUS Twin Share in Suite with sea view, excluding flights. $3399.00 AUS Twin Share in Suite with sea view, excluding flights.
[BOOK-NOW] OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES • Additional wellness treatments [BOOK-NOW]
POST RETREAT ACTIVITIES Should you wish to continue your Thailand experience, we are more than happy to help you with your planning. Please contact us at Yoga to Go for more information. NIKKI MASSAIOLI Nikki Massaioli is the founder and director of Yoga To Go, Centre of Health and Wellbeing, a multi-modality holistic yoga centre in Sydney that is dedicated to the pursuit of health, balance and transformation. Her vision is simple but powerful: to share the transformative powers of yoga that she has experienced first hand. Nikki began practicing yoga at nineteen. Now, nearly fifteen years later, her vitality and wellness she attributes largely to her daily yoga practice. “Yoga is the most profound tool for growth, healing and self-transformation,” she says. “The practice creates space, freedom, courage and tenacity within.” Prior to starting Yoga to Go in 2002, Nikki studied with senior teachers in Australia, completed the Yoga Arts Teacher Training, and she has since gained certification as an Iyengar Yoga teacher. As well as teaching at her flourishing centre in Petersham, Nikki leads local Australian and International retreats, workshops and intensives. Her teaching style is equal parts dynamic and nurturing, passionate and caring. “The best thing about teaching is sharing the gifts of yoga,” she says. Nikki is a devoted mother of two and when not teaching or practicing yoga she loves to let loose on the living room dancefloor with her two young children.
[TOP] Yoga-to-Go’s Responsible Travel and Tourism Policy Yoga-to-Go’s Australian and international retreats offer individuals the opportunity to enhance their health and well being in luxurious and natural surroundings. This involves traveling to different destinations, each with their own unique environmental, cultural and economic conditions. Our Responsible Travel and Tourism Policy is a clear demonstration of our commitment to the sustainability of each of the places we visit, and respect for those who live there. As part of every retreat we will: • Minimise our global warming impact by making all our retreats carbon neutral. At Yoga-to-Go we value the people and places we visit though our retreats, just as we value the individuals who participate. Below are a set of guidelines we apply to fulfill our policy guidelines. Your participation in a Yoga-to-Go retreat will be 100% carbon neutral. Included in the cost of each of our retreats is an accredited carbon offsetting program that we have been developed through the Australian company, Carbon Planet. This means that we will calculate the amount of carbon dioxide that will be generated from your travel, accommodation and activities and offset this by investing in Carbon Planet’s fully certified carbon credit schemes. These include the purchase of, and caring for trees, and the installation of energy saving light bulbs and showerheads. Each carbon credit purchased will see 1 tonne of carbon dioxide being stored for at least 100 years. Full details of how the carbon offsetting scheme works is available at www.carbonplanet.com In addition to reducing our global warming impact, Yoga-to-Go requires all participants in our retreats to help protect the many different environments you will be experiencing. These include: • No littering We also use 100% recycled paper in all our course materials. Most of our international retreats take place in Thailand where there are different rules and customs from Western countries. As Thailand has a variety of cultures and religions there are certain behavioural and dress expectations that apply to the places you are likely to visit. For example, women can wear swimwear at the beach or around resorts, but topless bathing is generally not accepted. When visiting temples or other religious places, stricter dress codes apply such as covering shoulders and legs. It is important that all our retreat participants familiarise themselves with what is required and we will help with information and advice. There are parts of Thailand, such as Patong Beach, where the rules and regulations are more relaxed. These areas tend to be busier and are more tailored to Western-style nightlife and shopping. Bartering for clothing and other items is an accepted practice in throughout the country. It is important to tip staff in restaurants, cafes and hotels as the wages in Thailand are very low. We will assist you in understanding when tipping is appropriate. In Australia, we have a Western culture where there are fewer restrictions on dress and some activities than in non-Western countries. However, it is important that our Australian retreat participants respect the local rules and regulations of each the places we visit. Economic Guidelines Our retreats only use accommodation, travel and tourist facilities that are locally managed and owned. We also ensure the staff working for these organisations are appropriately rewarded. In the past, we have provided a percentage of our earnings from our retreats to local causes. For example, in the aftermath of the devastating Tsunami we contributed 10 per cent of takings to helping with the rebuilding of housing and infrastructure. We will continue to identify worthy philanthropic activities as part of our future retreats
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