Retreats
Soul Surfing: Return to Nature with Will Tan
After a beautiful soul-enriching 5 days last September, we’re bringing back another round of Soul Surfing adventure to those of you that need a break from your busy routine. Find yourself in this 5-day yoga retreat – a journey to rediscovering what it means to let go and surrender. Connect back to the beauty of the nature around us – white sand private beaches, breathtaking sunsets, and the gentleness of the Whale Sharks – so you can appreciate the beauty within YOU. Soul Surfing is a nature-immersive escape that takes you on a daily yoga and meditation practice surrounded by the tropical backdrop of Oslob, Cebu. The retreat offers a daily practice of yoga asanas that meld with the points of reflection for the day. Easing our way to a daily meditation practice that will be good for beginners, as well as regular practitioners in locations that are great for recharging. A visit to the prestigious blue waters of Sumilon Island for a much-deserved break from the concrete jungle of the city. An opportunity to be up close to the famous Whale Sharks of Oslob – you can watch from the bangkas (boats) or snorkel. Moments of silence that will allow you to have some well-deserved recharge and rejuvenation, while also being in an environment with like-minded souls, all looking and surfing for peace.
The peaceful adults-only 9-room boutique resort is perched on a peninsula, with panoramic views of the Bohol Sea, a private beach, its own coral reef and the warmth of Filipino hospitality. Only 20 minutes from the world-famous Oslob Whale Sharks, Granada Beach Resort offers an idyllic location for your holiday in southern Cebu, with tropical waterfalls, snorkelling and scuba diving. Escape, explore and experience an environment of natural beauty, relaxation and tranquillity at Granada Beach Resort.
Will Tan
Over the years, Will has practised with many teachers and taught numerous classes but remains true to the traditional practice of yoga – bringing harmony to the body and mind through the BREATH. As a teacher, he believes that while physical practice is important, we shouldn’t let the asanas distract us from finding peace and acceptance within. With Will's light-heartedness and genuine love for sharing his experiences, he hopes to help people connect their physical practice to a genuine understanding of themselves and the world around them, bringing balance and peace into their everyday life.
Will's goal is to continue advocating how the practice of yoga can be a tool in bringing balance to every aspect of our lives. He believes that amidst the clutter around us, especially after what the world has been through during the pandemic, a mindful practice will go a long way.
Through Soul Surfing, he hopes to guide people on a journey that brings balance in our everyday lives – how to find peace, not just on the mat, but also off the mat.
QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
· Sound Healing Therapy, 2023
· Transformational Life Coaching, 2021
· Hand Balancing Training, 2018-2019
· Inner Power Vinyasa (RYS 200), 2018
· Reiki Foundational Course, 2017
· Upeksha Immersion: Get into the Heart of Teaching (CET 50), 2015
· Energetics of Excellence: Advanced Teacher Training Course (CET 100), 2014
· Basic Pranayama: Ancient Breath of Transformation Meets Modern Science with Sami Malkia, 2014
· Vinyasa Flow Teacher Training Programme (YTT 200 hours), 2011
Day 1 Wednesday, March 13 4:00pm Expected arrival at Granada Beach Resort5:00pm Welcoming circle7:00pm Dinner
8:15pm Yin/Meditation PracticeDay 2 Thursday, March 14
8:00am Breakfast
8:45am Departure from Granada Beach Resort
12:00pm Island Exploration, Lunch
3:00pm Departure from Sumilon Island4:00pm Expected arrival at Granada Beach Resort6:15pm Slow Flow
7:30pm DinnerDay 3 Friday, March 15
5:00am Whale Watching at Oslob
9:30am Breakfast10:30am Waterfall tour2:30pm Late lunch
6:30pm Vinyasa Flow
8:00pm Dinner
9:00pm Yin/Meditation
Day 4 Saturday, March 16
8:30am Morning Flow
9:45am Breakfast
1:00pm Lunch
4:45pm Arm Balance Basic Workshop
5:30pm Meditation
7:30pm Farewell dinner
Day 5 Sunday March 17 8:30am Morning Flow
9:45am Breakfast/Pack/Check out11:00am Closing circle12:00pm Departure to airport
Flight Recommendation
For flights to Cebu, we recommend the following flights out of Singapore to arrive at the retreat a little after lunch on 13 March.1. Other options are available at your own preference.2. (*) are recommended flights to make your transfers as smooth as possible.
3. Please allot 3-4 hours travel time to and from Mactan Airport (Cebu) to the retreat destination (Oslob) as it is an isolated private beach.
4. Transfers to and from the airport and retreat space are included upon arrival and departure.5. Upon final booking, please confirm your flight details with us so we can inform the transport service provider.
6. Flight details may change upon booking.
*Flying to Cebu (from Singapore)
13 March, TR 384 6:20am-10:00 am (Scoot)
Flying to Singapore (from Cebu)
17 March, 5J 547 7:55pm-11:55 pm (Cebu Pacific)
*Flying to Cebu (from Hong Kong)
13 March CX 926 7:45am-10:40am (Cathay)
Flying to Hong Kong (from Cebu)
17 March CX 921 8:20pm-11:10pm (Cathay)
Early-Bird Price
Single Occupancy (Only 2 rooms available) S$2,188
Double Occupancy S$1,708
Early-Bird Price ends 9 February 2024
Regular Price
Single Occupancy S$2,688
Double Occupancy S$2,288
Photos and videos may be taken, solely for PURE marketing purposes. Applications: Early-Bird Price: Applications to be sent in on or before 9 Feb 2024 Regular Price: Applications to be sent in starting 10 Feb 2024 Refunds/Cancellations · No refund or credit will be given for cancellations starting 10 Feb 2024 · All refunds are subject to a 10% processing fee that will be deducted from your refund.
*Please refer here for the full terms & conditions
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