Facilitators Tom Burgess  Tom has been involved in the field of Holistic Health Care for over 18 years. He has trained and practiced in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. His approach is simple, smart and effective. By paying close attention to the fundamental principles of Health and Well-Being we able to isolate and correct the very cause of specific health issues and make real improvements to general Well-Being. By working with the 'cause' of the problem, rather than trying to cancel out the symptoms, we have helped hundreds of people to get well and feel great, where conventional medicine have seem to have no answers. Ashstar Wellness Programs consider the complete picture - diet, posture, lifestyle, medical history, stress and most importantly the Mind-Body-Spirit connection. Our ongoing plans we put together for our clients are realistic enough to stick to and results in a long term state of "Well Being". Tom's special interests are Kinesiology, Neural Organization, Bio Feedback and Nutrition. The Mind-Body-Spirit Harmonics Program has evolved over the last 20 years. We believe it to be a major step forward to the way people view themselves in relation to all areas of their life, be it Physical Health or Spiritual Well-Being. We are beginning to understand the 'Medical Model' is to a large extent build on the non-sensical idea that germs/bacteria and viruses are 100% to blame for the poor health of society; forgetting completely its the Immune System that is the determining factor in whether we get sick or not. We are now in the position where its up to us to 'get up to speed' on our general Health Care requirements. I'm sure there will come a day when our 'Medical Friends' take their attention off ' profits generation' and switch their focus to the Well-Being of the patient they have taken an oath to help and protect - "First do no harm" ..........hmm hmm (just a minute while I step down from my 'soap box') Feel free to e-mail Tom if you'd like to find out more about the theory, application and benefits of these Health Sciences, or if you have specific questions.
Kanjini  Kanjini Devi has been a practitioner in the healing arts since 1994 when she began facilitating meditation circles. Trained in the US (Monterey Institute of Touch, Esalen Institute and the Upledger Institute) in Anatomy/Physiology, Cranio Sacral Bodywork and Deep Tissue Therapy, she also teaches and practices all three levels of Reiki. She teaches all aspects of Yoga (Yoga Alliance certified) and her passion is empowering the individual (client or student) to have understanding of themself and how they relate to the Physical Universe, thereby living Life with maximum Joy and Ease. YOGA The sequence taught is based on the Primary Series of the Ashtanga Vinyasa system and each pose is adapted and modified based on individual level and need. The main focus in this class is to facilitate and support your Detox/Cleanse and also to develop a personal practice if you so choose. Mysore style is taught when appropriate.
The practice of 'asana' (alignment of poses) tones and strengthens the physical body. It brings suppleness to the spine and helps to purify the nervous system, preparing one for other aspects of Yoga which are more subtle in nature.
You are encouraged to focus on self practice, tuning it to your own physical ability and energetic level each day. We emphasize the importance of basic structural alignment of poses (asana) and the Attitude of Non Striving, thus avoiding unnecessary injury. The practice of Yoga is meant to inspire and uplift, not traumatize....!!!  
5 pm - Restorative YOGA and Meditation (dhyana)
Meditation is a state of Being (non-doing).
To facilitate this experience, you are introduced to other practices of Yoga such as Kriyas (cleansing), Pranayama (breath regulation and expansion) and Yoga Nidra (the art of deep relaxation).
Preparation (physically and mentally) for Meditation is highly beneficial, making it an experience that one can look forward to instead of being in resistance with and in discomfort.
The end results tend to be Peace.. Joy... Serenity...Bliss | | CRANIO SACRAL TOUCH Based on the 'Breath of Life' model, this approach is biodynamic in nature and is focused on supporting and facilitating your body's system natural health. Simply by listening with the hands, your body is able to assimilate and integrate new patterns of healing. One usually feels deeply refreshed and revitalized. |
| DEEP TISSUE THERAPY Depending on the individual needs, this treatment is aimed at restoring musculaskeletal imbalances as a result of poor posture, repetitive strain injury, buildup of tension and stress. The emotional and mental connections may also be looked at. |
REIKI Utilsing life force energy (that is abundantly present everywhere within the Physical Universe) to assist the body in healing itself. One often finds oneself gliding into blissfully deep relaxation. Occasionally, one may have emotional releases that help to reduce the acuumulation of negative energy and stress. | ASHTANGA YOGA VINYASA MYSORE STYLE IN CHUMPHON, SOUTHERN THAILAND Ashtanga Yoga - taught in combination with all aspects of Yoga. Morning asana practice is mostly Mysore style. In the afternoons, restorative practice is guided along with breathwork leading up to Pranayama and Dhyana (Meditation). Classes are open to all levels of beginners and practitioners of the Primary Series. Led by Kanjini (to see bio, click on sessions page). Kanjini can be contacted directly, click on :- Kanjini's Yoga Retreats
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