KALARI SANGHA promotes and teaches Kalarippayat in the lineage and tradition of
September 11th to 18th, 2009
C. M. Sherif Gurukkal in the Kalari
Beginners will be able to lay the foundations of the practice on a level that would take weeks or months in a normal class setting. For advanced students it will offer deep immersion, unique forms and exercises not commonly taught in daily classes or workshops outside of India.Much like Kalari practice in India, the morning sessions will focus on deepening current knowledge and refining the practitioners understanding of Kalari and his/her embodiment of the practice. The afternoons will each have a different focus, again, deepening the individual’s current practice, but now also expanding into new areas of study for the abhyasi to explore, according to each individual’s capabilities.
Sherifka will share his vast knowledge and experience, as well as the very latest in his continual search for the most complete understanding of the ancient practice of Kalari.
In addition, a limited number of treatments will be available (at an additional cost), if you would like to arrange this, please email Gerhard as soon as possible to ensure your space.
Some topics that will be covered are: Marma, Nadis, Self defense, Treatment, Elements, Gunas, Doshas, Culture & History, Philosophy.
Here's a glimse at the daily schedule:
07.00 - 07.30 Tea
07.30 - 09.30 Practice
10.00 - 11.00 Breakfast
11.00 - 13.30 Treatment / Consultations / Self pracice / Spare time
13.30 - 15.00 Lunch
15.00 - 17.00 Treatment / Consultations / Self pracice / Spare time
16.30 - 18.00 Practice
18.30 - 19.30 Dinner
20.00 - 21.00 Lecture / Spare time on some days
THE PLACE:
We have found one of the most adorable places in Europe - Mārcienas Muiža - a beautiful mansion from the year 1908, that has been lovingly restored and consists of several buildings:
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| Mārcienas Muiža - Main House |
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| Mārcienas Muiža - Dormitory |
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| Mārcienas Muiža - Sauna at the lake |
PRICES & PAYMENTS:
| One week, arrival September 11th, departure September 18th, 2009 | |||
| Prices in Euro | Day | Week | (Prices do NOT include flights!) |
| Tuition | 70 | 490 | 2 sessions practice per day & evening lectures |
| Accomodation | 10 | 70 | in a simple, dormitory style double bedroom, see below for further options |
| Food | 20 | 140 | three meals per day, freshly cooked ayurvedic food, and teas. |
| Transfer | 30 | 60 | from and to Shivas Centrs in Riga |
| Total | 130 | 760 | |
Appart from the dormitory style rooms Mārcienas Muiža offers 12 hotel rooms which are very spacious and incredibly beautiful, each one decorated in it's own unique way. | |||
To reserve your space, you will need to pay a deposit of € 400. This will hold your place in the workshop, and, if done before July 31st, entitles you to the 10% earlybird discount: total cost = € 711. After July 31st the price will be € 760.
If you can't make the whole week, you can also come for just the weekend.
| Weekend only, arrival September 11th departure September 13th, 2009 | |||
| Prices in Euro | Day | Weekend | (Prices do NOT include flights!) |
| Tuition | 85 | 170 | 2 sessions practice per day & evening lectures |
| Accomodation | 15 | 30 | in a simple, dormitory style double bedroom, see above for further options |
| Food | 20 | 40 | three meals per day, freshly cooked ayurvedic food, and teas. |
| Transfer | 30 | 60 | from and to Shivas Centre in Riga |
| Total | 150 | 300 | |
If you decide to leave on Monday morning, September 14th, we would only charge you an extra 25 for accomodation and breakfast. | |||
Remember: Early bird Registration Deadline: July 31st
Remember: Early bird Registration Deadline: July 31st
Bank Details:| For international transfers: KALARI SANGHAM IBAN: DE10 2005 0550 1238 1504 35 BIC: HASPDEHHXXX | For Germany: KALARI SANGHAM Bank: HASPA Kto: 1238 1504 35 BLZ: 200 505 50 |
Links:
Kerala Kalarippayat Academy
Shivas Centrs
Mārcienas Muiža
Rīga
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September 11th to 18th, 2009
C. M. Sherif Gurukkal in the Kalari
Beginners will be able to lay the foundations of the practice on a level that would take weeks or months in a normal class setting. For advanced students it will offer deep immersion, unique forms and exercises not commonly taught in daily classes or workshops outside of India.
Hello to all from Kerala,
Where I am with a small group of students, connecting with Sherifka and all the crew here at the KKA.
I’ll be offering new workshops soon, both locally an abroad, and I'd love for you to keep an eye out & join in where possible. I hope to be in most of the major European cities in spring & early summer, and overseas in late summer and fall. Next workshop coming up: at Zen Yoga in Dubai at the beginning of March. Very exciting!
Sherifka and I are finalizing the teacher training to be offered this year, so thanks for your patience, and STAY TUNED. I'll have the information posted here by the end of next month.
A reminder that we have a fresh batch of t-shirts and hoodies for you to enjoy, so show your Kalari pride & order one today. Not only will you look super cool, but you'll be supporting the spread of Kalari all over the globe!
We hope that you are all well and staying connected to your practice. As always, please contact me with any questions you may have for your practice, or for travel to India or to our workshops around the world.
Looking forward to seeing you all as we embark on the next phase of growth.
Yours in the Sangham, Gerhard
