Women's yoga and reiki balancing Retreat - Zamzam Riad

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Goddess Retreat - Zamzam Riad & Spa - Marrakech Medina

Marrakech. 2-6th February, 2011. 3 day retreat.

A team of professionals who excel in the fields of Reiki, Ashtanga Yoga, Nutritional Analysis and Chinese Medicine have gathered at this ancient magical city to support you in your journey towards Feminine knowledge and strength.

Within the luxurious and deeply relaxing surroundings of Zamzam Riad in the heart of the Marrakech medina we have created a dynamic retreat which includes talks and discussion on nutrition and energetically balanced live food and juices devised by our Nutritionalist.

Ashtanga yoga, a dynamic practice will be taught by Aisha Barzaghi, currently the Yoga specialist at Richard Branson’s Kasbah Tamadot. This yoga will balance your female energies and hormonal endocrine system through pranas and breathwork.

Reiki Attunements and group practice with Rebecca Hutley, Reiki Master from the Usui & Tibetan lineage will support the emotional body and help bring all aspects of your being into harmony.

Group discussions with a Nutritional Consultant from the Foresight clinic in West Sussex, UK will allow you to explore your physical health through nutrition.

A talk and chance for discussion with a top Doctor in Chinese and Japanes Medicine especially female health.

Emma Joyston-Bechal, the owner of Zamzam Riad will support you in your visit to Marrakech with airport collection, knowledge of the area, luxurious pampering and full concierge for all your needs including a tour of the Ancient Medina.

Please have a look at our new blog - Morocco Retreats for full programme and prices http://moroccoretreats.wordpress.com/womens-retreat-2011/ or email Emma - Zamzamriad@gmail.com - 00212 661215062 for a chat!


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