2011 Jewel Heart Winter Retreat with Gelek Rimpoche
Cittamani Tara Teaching and Mantra Retreat
Jewel Heart Ann Arbor
1129 Oak Valley Drive,
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Registration Deadline – Friday, January 14. Registration link is in the right hand column.
This retreat is open to those with highest yoga tantra initiation. Questions? Please use the contact form at the bottom of this page.
Please note: There is no partial attendance of the retreat
RETREAT DATES/TIMES:
Wednesday, February 16 – Sunday, February 27, 2011
Arrival recommended early afternoon on 16th.
Departures recommended later on 27th or following day.
GENERAL SCHEDULE:
Wednesday, February 16 – 3:30 – 6:30pm Registration
7pm Hayagriva Initiation begins.
Thursday, February 17, afternoon – Hayagriva Initiation continues.
Friday, February 18, morning – Cittamani Tara Outer Initiation
For initiations only, sliding scale suggested donation – $50 – $150.
Not a charge; covers costs, offerings and tsoh.
Friday, February 18, afternoon – Mantra retreat begins.
Daily – morning through evening mantra retreat sessions with daily teachings.
Saturday, February 26, Fire Puja, details to come.
Sunday, February 27, 10am, Empowerment and close of the retreat.
Schedule is subject to change.
TUITION:
$450.00 Pledging members
$550.00 Non-members
$150.00 Deposit due January 14.
Tuition includes tsoh offerings. Envelopes will be available for teacher offerings.
Donations/contributions towards scholarships are most welcome.
You may enter your tax deductible contribution on the registration form.
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner – Friday, February 18 through Saturday, February 26 – $200
Breakfast: Bagels and condiments, fruits, etc.
Lunch: Korean, Middle Eastern and Chinese local restaurants – Choose vegetarian or meat
Dinner: Soups and Salads from local restaurants – Choose vegetarian or meat
Order is for entire retreat only, no partial orders – $200 is for 3 meals a day for 9 days.
Choose vegetarian or meat with the registration form, deadline is January 14.
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TRANSPORTATION:
You are responsible for your travel arrangements.
Contact [email protected] no later than January 14 if you need assistance
arranging shared transportation during the week.
Shuttles from Detroit Metro Airport:
1. Select Ride/Shared Ride Airport Shuttle – 866 663 8898 or www.selectride.com – from airport to Ann Arbor (includes $7 parking fee). Reserve two days in advance.
– Shared Shuttle Ride one way from airport to Ann Arbor ranges from – $37 for 1 to $52 for 4 with tip optional. Return as roundtrip has different pricing.
Purchase by roundtrip with payment per trip as fees vary based upon direction and number of people.
2. Select Ride Cab Service – 866 663 8898 or www.selectride.com is $55 to $65 (metered)
3. Check AATA website for bus service information. www.aata.org/routes.asp.
4. Michigan Flyer – Bus between AA and airport stops at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel. Visit www.michiganflyer.com for costs and schedule.
LODGING:
Sangha Lodging: While many arrange sangha lodging directly, we are also happy to help as necessary. If you need assistance with sangha lodging or have space to offer, please contact Heather MacKenzie directly at [email protected] at or call 734 476 5449. Contact no later than January 27. Space limited.
HOTELS:
You are responsible for booking your accommodations.
Below are some local hotels for your convenience:
• EXTENDED STAY DELUXE DETROIT – ANN ARBOR
3265 Boardwalk Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Telephone: (734) 997-7623
Fax: (734) 997-7633
Special Jewel Heart Rates:
$39.99 per night (double or single room)
(By phone only, no discount online)
Code: Jewel Heart
Hotel is designed especially for longer stays with studios featuring fully-equipped kitchens and plenty of work space and amenities. Also Bally’s Gym access.
• EXTENDED STAY AMERICA – ANN ARBOR
1501 Briarwood Circle Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 332-1980
Fax: (734) 332-1988
Special Jewel Heart Rates:
From $39.99 per night for Queen Studio
(By phone only, no discount online)
Code: Jewel Heart
Hotel is designed especially for longer stays with studios featuring fully-equipped kitchens and plenty of work space and includes Bally’s Gym membership benefits.
• FOUR POINTS SHERATON
3200 Boardwalk St,
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 996-0600
Special Jewel Heart Rates: $89.00 per night
Call: 800-368-7764 for reservations (by phone only, no discount online)
Code: Jewel Heart
Amenities: include some Shuttle service to Jewel Heart and Airport.
• MOTEL 6 ANN ARBOR
3764 S State St
Ann Arbor, MI, 48108
I-94 at exit #177, State St
(734) 665-9900
Rates: from $39.99 You may be able to negotiate for less due to longer stay.
Within one mile of Jewel Heart
• RUDOLF STEINER HOUSE
1923 Geddes
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
(734) 662-9355 – Call early to confirm rates and availability.
$35/single and $50 double($25 each) per night with kitchen privileges
Click here to see other Ann Arbor area hotels, motels and bed and breakfasts
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