Yoga retreat with Arturo Galvez

YOGA SEMINAR WITH ARTURO GALVEZ in TUSCANY
September 6th - 13th 2009

The seminar will focus on basic to advanced postures in the Hatha and Iyengar yoga traditions. The continuous practice in the morning and afternoon will give you a chance to develop a deeper understanding and awareness of the postures. The tours and activities will be a great relaxation in between practices, and give you a chance to experience life in the Tuscan country side. Great vegetarian cuisine is the icing on the cake. To your health!!

Cost of seminar: $ 1450 per person, which includes 7 nights accommodation in double room, all meals, all yoga classes, transfers from and to Florence airport. Excursions to be paid separately, cost varies with the number of people, $ 100 to 300 per person. Excursions include a full day guided excursion to Siena and San Gimignano, a full day excursion to the ocean and Petriolo Hot Springs, half day wine tour, half day excursion to Rapolano Hot Springs.
Additional costs: Euro 3 entrance tickets to the Duomo in Siena, around Euro 10 entrance ticket to Rapolano Hot Springs, one lunch, tips.
Not included: flight, car rental if you want to be independent

For reservations please email specialevents@culturalitaly.com or contact us by phone

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Photos by Elliot Shev

about the teacher
ARTURO GALVEZ

Arturo Galvez is the director of Yoga Vidya, Yoga Arts San Diego, UCSD Yoga Teacher Training Program & resident Yoga expert at Univision Channel 17 San Diego.
Teaching Hatha Yoga for over 25 years, Arturo brings to his classes inspiration, dedication and the experience that comes with having trained thousands of students in the art of Yoga. A student of the teachings of Indra Devi and B.K.S. Iyengar, world renowned Yoga masters in the Krichnamacharya tradition. Arturo has been fortunate enough to study with both of them in India, Latin America and the USA. Founder of the Yoga program at the University of California San Diego & now heading the University's 2 year Yoga teacher training program, he presents conferences and leads specialized workshops as well as teaching credit courses in the Philosophy and History of Yoga. It has been Arturo's mission to bring the benefits of Yoga to a wide sector, through his work as co-founder of the Mind Body Seminars and television regular appearences promoting Yoga with Univision's Channel 17 San Diego. In his private practice he specializes in working one on one with individuals recovering from injuries and special needs. Arturo holds degrees in Telecommunications and Education, several certifications in Yoga; he is a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists & is a registered 500 RYT with the Yoga Alliance.

For reservations please email specialevents@culturalitaly.com






Photos by Elliot Shev

ABOUT THE PLACE

Ebbio is a magical place surrounded by an evergreen forest, nestled in the heart of an old volcano that was sacred to the Etruscans. Located in the breathtaking countryside of Tuscany, it is only 42 kms from Florence, 11 kms from Siena, 9 km from Castellina in Chianti and 1km from Monteriggioni, a little medieval jewel. Ebbio is an 800 year old classic Tuscan farmhouse converted into a stylish yoga retreat. Looking out one of the many windows of the different accommodations in Ebbio, you will be captivated by the undulating hills swept with thriving vineyards, olive trees and enchanting evergreen forests. The amazing part of Ebbio is that it is still a working Tuscan Farm with its own Chianti wine production.
Activities include horseback riding, mountain biking, hicking, and of course visiting art cities like San Gimignano, Volterra, Montepulciano, etc. In the town of Petriolo, about 45 minutes drive from Ebbio, there is a hot sulphur spring water with a crystal clear river. There is also another hot spring location with iron based waters which are more gentle and odorless. The National Park of Alberese, about 1 hours and 1/2 drive, is a fantastic location for long walks along the shore and swimming in the Mediterranean.
Ebbio's restaurant serves vegetarian meals only.