A Special Note
From Delilah…
2011 is the Convertable Retreat
We have been conducting retreats for over 19 years. Usually they are 8-10 days long and are a mix of belly dance instruction and R&R. This year we have condensed the dance classes into 5 days in paradise that will be amazing and we leave it to you to extend your time in Hawaii or not, depending on your budget. This way you can convert it into a long or short trip.
Every women owes it to her self to spend some total immersion time with belly dance. Retreats are very different from workshops. You have to come to know what I mean. We are hoping more dancers will be able o take advantage because it’s shorter and cheaper. Think sooner and save money. If you sign up early with your spouse or Mother, or daughter you can save up to $500.
Since we are recommending you see the island after the retreat, I have included notes about the entire Big Island; Dives, sites and things to do. Of course you can find more information all over the net, but I wanted to share my favorite things about this beautiful island paradise I have come to know so intimately.
At Delilah's Belly Dance Retreats, we feel we are doing important work. We feel that women need the personal power and strength they get from belly dance these days more than ever! We are empowered by the women who understand and support our mission.
As always, we have an Early-Bird Discount and an Easy-Payment-Plan to assist you in making attendance a reality. It also helps us meet our obligations for a successful retreat.
Thinking About It?
If you are interested, please
register early rather than later
to reserve the kind of accommodations you prefer. If you are
thinking about it, please let us know and we will alert you
before we come to the close of our registration.
Getting Good Deals on Flights
When the economy gets stressed we have seen prices to Hawaii go down in
effort to help the island communities. This past year some tickets were $299
round trip from Seattle. Good for our retreat!
Money tight? Don't know
how to make this a reality? If you are a dancer with little means, but dream of attending,
don’t give up! Please
read this inspiring article, it may change your life: Belly
Dance Financial Fitness
The Power of A Gift
If you are a person of means, and can make
a “gift” to
a woman who you know would profit physically, spiritually,
and emotionally from participating
in our retreat, please consider making a donation in either
part or full tuition. It can make
a powerful difference in a dancer's life, as well as the
greater good. This kind of gesture has been done on many
occasions over the years. During
these stressful times we do need to be aware our sisters may
need a helping hand.
We have had dance troupes raise money to send
a member. We’ve had fathers send their daughters, wives, and
mother in laws. We had one woman give it as a reward for finding
another woman’s diamond ring! We have given retreats away as
fundraiser's for accident victims. There have been many beneficial
and rewarding occasions!
Inspirational reading: www.givetolivebook.com
Additional
Notes
Sleeping Arrangements
If you are known to snore regularly, you will need a private
room or register to share a room with a good natured friend
or fellow snorer. Everyone gets a set of ear plugs in the room,
because the jungle gets kind of wild sounding at night from
birds, frogs, breeze, rain on the roof, and coconuts swaying
in the wind! I personally sleep better at Kalani, but it is
exotic.
Extra Relaxation
Another thing to consider is adding vacation days to chill and
recover from jet lag before the retreat. If there are retreats
scheduled at Kalani before or after us, space can be extremely
limited. Please be early with your plans.
Want to Bring Your Spouse/Partner?
They can join our retreat and be supportive members. It is very
relaxing and there are Kalani classes and programs they can participate
in as well as have fun drumming with Erik. But if hanging with
belly dancers is not their cup of tea, then another idea is to
meet up with husband or significant other immediately following
the retreat.
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