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SUMMARY:Fierce Equanimity Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a four night retreat in the tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. Led by lay and monastic dharma teachers\, the retreat will provide an opportunity to create peace within ourselves by cultivating heart wisdom and relaxing into the wonders of the present moment. \nFierce equanimity can be thought of as being engaged with the world’s suffering and even acting to change what is deemed unacceptable\, yet remaining steadfast as one would in meditation. This means that the fluctuations of the mind – anger\, frustration\, and the feelings arising from injustice and the world’s horrors – must be witnessed and allowed to dissolve. Once the mind sees clearly\, focused and more grounded action can take place. \nBut\, letting go of anger and embracing equanimity does not mean succumbing to passivity. As Larry Ward and Peggy Rowe teach\, “Fierce equanimity often means being part of a slow moving force\, but one that is startling in its power and lasting in its effect. Dr Martin Luther King is Larry’s model of fierce equanimity. Though (King) had a lifelong dedication to nonviolence (an important component of equanimity)\, no-one could call him a passive force. Rather\, he heeded the call to remain collected and compassionate in the long fight for social change – to powerful results. If anger is the blinding flare\, then equanimity is the slow burn that drives us day in and day out.” \nJoin us as we wrap ourselves in the beauty of silence of TRC and root ourselves deeply into the earth – nurturing joy\, clarity and insight through the creative expression of yoga\, dance\, sitting\, eating and walking meditation.  Both new and experienced practitioners will enjoy this opportunity to deepen in stillness. \nRetreat Facilitators\nThe retreat will lead by Drs. Larry Ward\, Peggy Rowe\, Ava Avalos and Sister Peace who have studied and practiced together with Thich Nhat Hanh for over 20 years. \nPeggy and Larry live on Vashon Island\, Washington.  Larry has enjoyed over 30 years as a Christian Minister.  In 2001\, Peggy and Larry received Dharma Teacher Transmission from Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. \nDeeply inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.\, Larry Ward has spent his life committed to nonviolent social change\, healing\, and transformation on a global level. In his capacity as International Director of the Institute of Cultural Affairs\, he served in leadership programmes in 35 countries engaged in socio-economic development projects in urban and rural areas. For more information about Larry’s work\, and a video interview with him\, click here. \nPeggy Rowe…\nhas her doctorate in Adult Education and Counseling Psychology.  Peggy serves as a spiritual director for Buddhist practitioners in the US\, as well as in Thailand.  She and Larry co-authored Love’s Garden that was chosen as an outstanding Buddhist publication for 2010.  Together they offer retreats in the United States\, Canada\, Europe\, Asia and this will be their first one in South Africa. \nAva Avalos…\nis an HIV specialist physician who has been living and working in Botswana for the past 14 years. Her area of clinical research and expertise focuses on HIV & TB drug resistance and treatment failure. She also directs her own medical practice and consultancy business in Gaborone. Completing her education in dance and physiological science before studying medicine in California\, Ava continues to teach dance and yoga to both children and adults. She loves her life in Botswana where she supports a regular sangha group\, in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. \n Sister Peace…\ncurrently resides at Plum Village\, France and has been a monastic since 2008. She is a delightful presence and wise teacher\, with a warm voice and ‘young at heart’ energy.  This her second visit to the Tara Rokpa Centre. In 2010\, she co-led a beautiful retreat for participants from Botswana and South Africa. TRC is delighted to welcome her back and to share her wisdom with the international community. \nTo read a beautiful interview with Sister Peace\, click here. \nJoin the teachers and root yourselves into the earth. There will be yoga\, dance\, sitting\, eating and walking meditation. Both new and experienced practitioners will enjoy this opportunity to deepen in stillness. \nRetreat Costs\nThe cost is per person\, and covers accommodation (including bedding and towels)\, food (including 3 ovo-lactarian vegetarian meals per day\, snacks and teas)\, environmental levy to support the Tikologo permaculture site\, and a contribution towards the facilitators’ flight costs: \n\n\n\n\n4 nights\n\n\nTwin/double en suite (per person)\nR3 000\n\n\nTwin/double shared bathroom (per person)\nR2 500\n\n\nDormitory (per person)\nR2 000\n\n\n\nA deposit of R1800 should accompany the booking\, to confirm your room choice. There are only five en suite rooms available. If they have been taken by the time your deposit arrives\, you will be allocated to a twin/double with shared bathroom. The deposit is non-refundable\, but is transferable to another retreat\, or another person on the waiting list. \nFor more information about the retreats\, click here \nBookings\nPlease complete the online booking form: https://goo.gl/forms/kp3VByarzR3Tc97N2 \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/fierce-equanimity-retreat/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20170806T130000
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SUMMARY:Marico Mountain-Biking Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy an energy-packed\, family-friendly weekend of Mountain-Biking\, with the option of some relaxing Yoga and meditation too\, for you\, your partner and children. There is simple\, comfortable accommodation at the Centre\, and we can keep warm around the fire at night. \nMountain-Biking\nMike Draper will arrange routes of different levels to suit all cyclists\, including a ride to Die Oog. The Eye is a 16m deep pool\, the source of the Marico river\, which stays the same temperature all year round. We will cycle there\, and enjoy a refreshing swim before returning back to the Centre on the gravel road\, or via the quarry. \nYoga and Mindfulness\nLucy will offer yoga\, suitable for all participants. Her style focuses on bringing mindful awareness into physical practice\, so that we can be fully aware of our bodies. This can be of great benefit to active sports participants\, as well as those wanting to find ways to relax. \nFor a video teaser of one of the routes\, click here and for memories of a previous retreat\, try this link. And below\, a tempting taste of what one of the days will have in store: \n\nWater Wonderland Tour\nA ride to the enchanted Marico Eye\, pristine source of the Groot Marico river. This ride is all on district gravel roads and is suitable for families and those new to off-road riding. Warm up on a long\, steady pull up from the valley\, out into big sky country\, then either roll down directly to the cooling delight of the crystal-clear Eye\, or continue along the ridge\, past the old slate quarry\, followed by an exhilarating drop. Stop and enjoy the view if the shaking gets too much. Now you will have some work to do\, to return to the Source. Keep in mind the refreshing dip to come\, as you start to climb. Finally\, back at the Eye\, its time for that reward. Put on swimming goggles and paddle amongst the lilies while swallows and dragonflies skim the surface nearby. Dry off in the sun and then flop down under the willows for a sumptuous picnic. Time even for a nap perhaps\, before its back on the bike. A small climb sets you up for a wonderful freewheel back to the start. \nRates\nWeekend activities\, accommodation and meals per person for 2 nights. \nSingle shared bathroom – R2 210\nTwin/double en suite – R2 060\nTwin/double shared bathroom – R1 860\nDormitory – R1 660 \nChildren under 12 years\, half price\, and under 3 years\, free. \nBookings: https://goo.gl/forms/LGPPgRQ8tp2C5fmt1 \nFor general information about retreats at TRC\, click here
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/marico-mountain-biking-weekend/
LOCATION:Tara Rokpa Centre\, Tara Rokpa Centre\, Groot Marico District\, North West Province\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Yoga
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SUMMARY:Mandela Volunteering Weekendx
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Mandela Day\, you are invited to bring your skills and toolboxes to TRC for a weekend of selfless service. In exchange for your contribution towards developing and maintaining TRC’s infrastructure and surrounding land\, we are offering free accommodation\, delicious vegetarian food and good company. \nThe weekend’s work will focus on developing TRC’s permaculture vision\, and preparing the main site for the retreats taking place in August. \nEmail: tararokpacentre@gmail.com to book
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/mandela-volunteering-weekend/
LOCATION:North West Province
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20170501T140000
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SUMMARY:Dzogchen Retreat with Melanie Polatinsky
DESCRIPTION:What is Dzogchen? It holds that one’s nature and true essence is able to remain unaffected by life’s trials and tribulations. What if we could be open to everything that arises and not buy into the story we automatically tell ourselves about our thoughts? Dzgochen\, which means Great Perfection\, is designed to awaken us and connect us to our pure nature.  One doesn’t have to “do” anything in the practice. All we have to “do” is to let the thoughts that create our suffering arise and dissolve on their own. The meditation practice of the Great Perfection is specifically designed to break up these obscuring mental habits of mind. We will practise this in the beautiful surrounds of the Tara Rokpa Centre and will be blanketed in compassion and loving-kindness.  “In this way the Great Perfection is the union of perfect wisdom (the recognition of our true nature) and perfect compassion (the spontaneous activity that heals the suffering of ourselves and others.) \nDr Melanie Polatinsky\, psychologist and renowned Buddhist teacher\, will lead this retreat. Find out more about Melanie here: http://randburg.kagyu.org.za/dr-melanie-polatinsky.  \nPlease book through this link:\nhttps://goo.gl/forms/LGPPgRQ8tp2C5fmt1
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/dzogchen-retreat-with-melanie-polatinsky/
LOCATION:North West Province
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20170413T120000
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SUMMARY:Playful Permaculture Easter Camp
DESCRIPTION:PLAYFUL PERMACULTURE with Anthea Moys and Coen Meintjies\nAt the Tara Rokpa Centre and Tikologo Permaculture Project. More here: http://www.tararokpacentre.co.za/playful-permaculture \nBOOKINGS HERE: https://goo.gl/forms/LGPPgRQ8tp2C5fmt1 \nCome and join us at the Tara Rokpa Centre this Easter Weekend for adults and children for 3\,5 days spent learning about permaculture and playing! Everyone who has ever been to this special place in the beautiful Groot Marico district knows that in addition to the themed retreats\, you also get fed the most incredibly delicious food\, sleep so well\, star gaze\, swim in deep pools\, sit in silence and return feeling rejuvenated and more alive. Join us! \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: \nThe weekend will be divided up into sessions for permaculture and sessions for play. Each will speak to the next and will not stand on its own. See below for a taste of some of the things we will be doing… \n• Tree planting and some permie info which goes with that. Drawing trees!\n• Planting a companion herb bed. – This is quite cool as it deals with the permaculture concept of polycultural diversity and perennial gardening as well as companion planting.\n• Making a worm farm – This will be fun for the kids as they will get to check out worms and learn a little bit about soil fertility. Watching worms. Doing worm breakdancing. Drawings\, dance moves and poems inspired by worms!\n• Making a rain garden – this is a water harvesting system and a great thing for people to learn about and see how easy it is to harvest water without needing tanks or much infrastructure. Make-believe is a large part of play: here we will tell some stories about various rain gods and goddesses.\n• Another fun thing to do is to make clay seed balls. This is a pretty awesome technique and often used by urban ‘guerrilla gardeners’ but is just as fun to try at home. We will get to play with mud and get dirty and once the seed balls dry we can go on a seed bombing expedition. J Seed bombing in our Sunday best with Mud Hats! \nA little on Permaculture: Bill Mollison\, one of the founders of Permaculture states that: \n“Permaculture is an ethical design system for creating sustainable human environments…On one level it deals with plants\, animals\, buildings and infrastructures. However\, permaculture is not about these elements themselves\, but rather\, about the relationships we can create between them. The aim is to create systems that are ecologically sound and economically viable\, which provide for their own needs\, do not exploit or pollute and are therefore sustainable in the long term.” \nPermaculture can teach us to take responsibility for our lives and cater to our needs in ways which do not destroy our natural environment. These are skills which will become ever more important and will greatly contribute to the health and well-being of future generations. The sooner our kids can learn about them the better! \nPlay is often considered a ‘waste of time’\, a frivolous\, useless activity reserved only for children. We are told to ‘Grow up! Get a job! And get serious about life.’ Increasingly\, however\, play is seen to be crucial\, not just for children\, but for adults too – with special benefits in the work place. And it’s never too late to play! Playing facilitates learning and individual growth. Playing is very much a part of any creative process. Play assists this process by flexing our imagination muscles: when we play we ‘pretend’\, we ‘make believe’\, which in turn expands possibilities. In this way play creates fertile ground for new collaborations\, new connections and new ideas to germinate. \nThis event’s play sessions will be inspired by Anthea’s most recent Play Retreat held at the centre with Roberto Pombo in January 2017: https://www.facebook.com/events/706331969521663/ Some of what the playful sessions will include: \n• Make believe and pretend play\, day dreaming\, risky play\, rituaIised play\, competitive game-play and more. Learning about your relationship to play: What is play for you? Have you forgotten how? Why is play important?\n• Playing with and in mud: making mud castles\, mud facemasks and mud weed hats.\n• Drawing and collecting\, hiding and finding things\, possible treasure hunts\n• Automatic drawing and writing\, playing with chance and the sub/unconscious when making. Playing with paint\, charcoal and\, of course\, mud.\n• Adventuring and wandering into the wilderness of the Groot Marico as an explorer\, investigator\, quiet and gentle observer and responding creatively and curiously to what is there. \nCOURSE FEES:\nThe cost for this lovely long weekend experience includes 4 nights accommodation\, 3 full days of activities and delicious vegetarian meals per day. Children under 3 years are free. See here: http://www.tararokpacentre.co.za/playful-permaculture \nBookings: Please book using our new online booking system: https://goo.gl/forms/LGPPgRQ8tp2C5fmt1 \nVENUE:\nTara Rokpa Centre –\nGroot Marico district\, North West Province (only 250km from Jozi)\nhttp://www.tararokpacentre.co.za/docs/directions-to-trc.pdf \nABOUT THE FACILITATORS: \nAnthea is an artist\, a teacher\, a play facilitator\, a public speaker\, a constant learner and a bad singer who has started an experimental choir. In 2008 she completed her Masters at Wits with a focus on play and performance in public space. In 2013 she was the inaugural winner of the Standard Bank Young Artist Award for Performance Art. Anthea has dedicated her life to the study and practice of play and how it benefits us in so many ways. She shares this with others in her performances\, art class adventures\, workshops\, talks and retreats. Anthea lives\, learns\, works and plays in Johannesburg. www.antheamoys.com \nCoen is a permaculture designer and enthusiast currently living and working at the Tara Rokpa Centre. He directs the Tikologo Permaculture Project\, which is just a fancy way to say he plays in the garden all day. He has spent the last 3 years learning about and implementing sustainable strategies on the project site and loves to tell and teach people about what has been learnt along the way.
URL:https://tararokpacentre.co.za/event/playful-permaculture-easter-camp/
LOCATION:North West Province
CATEGORIES:Permaculture
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