Kudos from Past Retreats:
"My first Milagro Retreat was in Baja almost four years ago.
At age 50, I decided to take on the challenge of learning to surf.
That experience was top notch, and I have since enjoyed two additional
retreats in Tofino. Shani and her cohorts have managed to get the
mix pretty well perfect: stimulating participants, extraordinary locations,
opportunities for activity and relaxation, experienced and joyful
staff, and food that is prepared with loving attention, then devoured
with delight. Thanks Milagro, I will be back!" 
"A phenomenal time! Great people, amazing food and magic location, yoga, surfing and a hot stone massage... now that's good living!"
~ Kat Pellatt
"Thank you for an amazing experience and amazing energy! I can't wait to come back."
~ Megan McCall |
Yoga & Movement
With an integrated approach to flow yoga, Nadia and Andréane each bring a different perspective to practice as they share their unique and regenerating ways of teaching. Classes will be a balanced combination of Prana Flow inspired energizing sequences, (that will allow each guests to discover their full spectrum of movement) followed by a grounding, rooting evening restorative practice. Tune into the connection yoga brings to surfing as you discover the links between both practices. Let the ocean be your primary teacher and embark on a magical week in one of North America’s best and most beautiful surf towns!
Teachers
NADIA BONENFANT~ E-RYT Nadia has been teaching yoga since 2003. She is a Prana Flow inspired teacher blending her love of movement to the great outdoors. Her approach is accessible to all levels and energizing for the body and soul.
A certified and experienced yoga, snowboarder, ski and surf instructor, she is the founder of JUNA YOGA, a company that blends yoga to outdoor living. Everyday, she takes time to harvest the benefits of living and connecting to the flow of life and breath. Tofino holds a special place in her heart and she is delighted to host a retreat in Canada’s most stunning surf town! DEDE MONETTE ~ RYT Dede is currently working with Coastal Bliss Yoga Studio in her hometown of Tofino, BC. She also has the blessing to offer family Yoga classes. She offers various workshops on the Westcoast of Canada in Nova-Scotia and in Iqaluit, NU. Dede has found inspiration from her world travels and the many teachers she met along the way. She is excited at the prospect of sharing the wonders of Yoga. More Details
Food
Local and freshly prepared healthy cuisine! Local market foods, sustainably harvested seafood and veggies from the botanical garden.
Accommodation
The Ecolodge at the Tofino Botanical Gardens is nestled among acres of rainforest in the UNESCO Clayoquot Biosphere Reserve. An energy efficient building, our abode for the week is surrounded by walking trails and lush gardens. The yoga studio offers spectacular views of the surroundings and is located in the Ecolodge itself. Shared and private accomodations are available for your stay.
Location
Tucked away in Clayoquot Sound, on Vancouver Island, Tofino is home to the most vibrant and energized surf community in Canada. With towering old growth red cedars and an abundance of wildlife, the Sound has attracted soul searchers, researchers and surfers for the last few decades. Nestled in the heart of the temperate rainforest, the Ecolodge at the Tofino Botanical Gardens, will be our home and yoga studio. Cultivate breath, movement and strength and discover your inner abundance and power of fluidity in this time of Autumn Equinox.
Getting There
West Jet and Air Canada both fly into Victoria and Nanaimo many times a day. West Jet also flies into Comox. Direct flights from Toronto to Victoria are also available. From Victoria You can fly into Victoria and rent a car or hop onto the Tofino Bus ( mini-van powered by biofuel) and zoom up the island in a few hours. From Nanaimo If flying into Nanaimo, you can also hop onto the Tofino Bus. From Vancouver You can traverse Georgia Straight with BC Ferries leaving from either Horseshoe Bay or Tsawwassen Ferry Terminals. Crossings are approximately two hours long and offer breath taking views. If going to Victoria, you must take a ferry from Tsawwassen. Ferries from Horseshoe Bay dock in Nanaimo. Daily flights from Vancouver also land in Victoria, Nanaimo, Comox and Campbell River. Orca Airways has daily flights from the Vancouver South Terminal Airport to the Tofino/Ucluelet Airport. Sea plane flights are also available from Victoria, Vancouver (www.tofinoair.ca) and Seattle
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