Join Kimberlee and Todd Stedl, the world-renowned authors of
Yoga for Scuba Divers, for
an unforgettable Scuba Diving and Yoga Adventure, March 7 - 14, 2009.
Experience this wonderful
fusion
of
scuba
diving and yoga on Dominica,
the nature island of the Caribbean. On this abundant
island, you will enjoy diving the pristine reefs and spectacular
1,000-foot walls of Scotts Head Marine Reserve.
The reefs of Dominica teem with life--Dominica was rated the #1 location
for both healthy reefs and a healthy marine environment (Sport Diver magazine,
2006). You will have the chance to do a variety of dives including wall
dives, drift dives, and
a night
dive.
If you're not an avid diver you can snorkel with us, or skip any
day's dive trip and enjoy the many different hikes offered by Jungle
Bay. Or you can just lounge around at the resort, enjoying the
relaxing scenery, yoga studio, outdoor pool, and spa treatments.
On this unique retreat, you will learn yoga routines specifically designed
to help strengthen the body for diving and restore the body after a day
of diving.
You will
learn some applied anatomy and body mechanics of diving.
We will also teach you breathing and meditation exercises to help you
stay calm underwater for a more relaxed and enjoyable dive experience.
You will also have the chance to participate in discussions about yoga
philosophy and its relevance on diver ethics and underwater ecology. For
dive professionals, Todd will share his experience of how his yoga practice
has influenced him as
a dive instructor.

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You
will also enjoy either a challenging jungle hike to Boiling Lake (a
flooded fumarole whose waters really do boil) or a scenic ocean kayak
trip. After five days of exciting physical activities, we will spend
our last full day relaxing on a whale watching trip, and sight-seeing
(and shopping) in the main town of Roseau. Of course, you will have
plenty of opportunities throughout the week to use your included spa
treatment. There will be numerous activities for everyone--whether
or not you dive.
We are thrilled to hold this retreat at Jungle
Bay, one of the world's top 10 luxury eco resorts (Forbes magazine,
2007). Dominica was the first country to be Green Globe benchmarked
and the owners of Jungle Bay are leaders in ecologically and culturally
sustainable tourism.
Last, but for some not least, you will enjoy the wonderfully healthy cuisine of Dominica,
using local ingredients. Dominica is a lush and rich island on which
mangos, coconuts, bananas, papayas, pineapple, coffee, cocoa, sugar cane, and root vegetables grow along with 1,000
species of flowering plants. If you've never eaten a ripe mango plucked from the tree yourself, its
juice dripping down your chin, you're missing one of the greater pleasures in life.
We sincerely hope you can join us on this adventure. This exclusive trip
is limited, so sign up early. Package options, what's
included, and our registration form can be found in our FAQ.
Some dates to keep in mind:
- Trip date: March 7 - 14, 2009
- Registration deadline: January 31, 2009

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