Yoga isn't just for die-hard spiritualists anymore. These days, everyone from Madonna to your own grandmother are joining in on the calming craze. Now Yogis are traveling beyond their local gyms for a serenity fix, and heading to centers, spas, and even the birthplace of Yoga itself, India, where the "material girl" herself has visited, to pay homage to the most talked about fitness practice ever.
Strike a pose at one of these Yoga getaways:
The Chopra Center for Well Being, La Jolla California
Created by Indian-born spiritualist and author, Deepak Chopra, the retreat has attracted soul-searching celebs like, Madonna and Demi Moore. The center is a spiritual sanctuary inspired by Indian and Ayurvedic principles of well-being. Day long programs consisting of Hatha Yoga, meditation, body cleansing treatments, vegetarian cuisine and classes in mind-body integration, are just a few of the Chopra center's offered services. The center also hosts seminars, lectures and monthly "satsangs," Hindu for "gatherings for people to share the truth."
Visit www.chopra.com
or call (888) 424-6772.
Golden Door, Escondido, California
The spa is an exclusive retreat to women except during men's and co-ed weeks. Oprah Winfrey and actress Rita Wilson have both sought refuge at the spas weeklong retreats. One of the main advantages of the Zen-style haven is that it only houses 39 guests at a time for the ultimate personalized service and feel. Yoga instruction, tai chi, meditation, and morning hikes, are among "the doors" main activities. There is even an outdoor walking/meditation Labyrinth for mindful strolls.
Visit www.thegoldendoor.com
or call (800) 424-0777.
Retreat to India with Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa
Simply known as "Gurmukh" to her loyal followers including Courtney Love, Reese Witherspoon, and David Duchovny, the co-founder of the Golden Bridge Yoga center in Los Angeles has people flocking to her for regular Kundalini Yoga classes, meditations and pre and post natal care. After all her Sunday evening classes, the "Yoga guru to the stars" invites all participants to her home for a vegetarian feast. Each year, Gurmukh also leads devotees to India for a meditative Yoga retreat.
Visit www.goldenbridgeyoga.com
or call (323) 936-4172.
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