Colleena Shakti Kauai Dance Retrea on July 20, 2016 in Kilauea, HI : One week of Odissi dance on the beautiful, lush island of Kauai with Colleena Shakti and ‘The Dance of Shiva” with optional weekend of Folk to Fusion July 22-24. Eventbrite links listed below for details.
Indian puranic lore hails Shiva as both Lord of dance (Nataraj) and as Lord of Yoga (Yogeshvara). Centering our theory class discussions on the exquisite philosophy of Yoga, puranic literature and classical Indian dance aesthetics, we will delve into the great dance moods (tandava) of Lord Shiva. After studying the epic texts describing His “transcendent dance postures”, we will visit one of the worlds few collections of golden carved statues of Shiva's “108 karana” at the Kauai Hindu Monastery where our Odissi dance performance will be offered at this beautiful Shiva temple. Yoga asana, meditation and pranayama, as well as Odissi classical dance fundamentals, exercises and pieces of Odissi choreography will make up the curriculum.
THEORY CLASSES:
-Puranic lore of Lord Shiva as the great dancer and yogi, and the rhythms of his ‘cosmic dance'.
-Elements of Classical yoga philosophy as well as Indian classical dance aesthetics.
DANCE & YOGA CLASSES:
-Asana, pranayama, mudra and meditation
-Strength training, fundamental Odissi techniques and a short choreography.
DAY TRIPS & VEDIC TEMPLE EXPERIENCE:
-Performance at Kauai's Shiva temple dedicated to Lord ---Shiva's aspect as the “Great Cosmic Dancer” – Nataraj
-Visit Hawaiian sacred sites and experience the beauty of the island on optional day trips.
ACCOMMODATION:
-Stay on the beautiful island of Kauai eating healthy Ayurvedic meals and enjoying Ayurvedic massage and beauty treatments.
Each day we will take time out to rest, relax and enjoy the natural wonders of Kauai. Crystal blue ocean swims, hikes to waterfalls and Hawaiian sacred sights. Ayurvedic and Hawaiian Massages available. Fresh organic, Ayurvedic meals will be served.
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