BEAT A RETREAT

CURRY SISTERS SPRING INTO BALANCE RETREAT, PARROT CAY BY COMO, TURKS AND CAICOS: APRIL 24TH-30TH, 2016

DAVID MELLADEW QIGONG RETREAT, UMA BY COMO, BHUTAN: MAY 20TH-26TH, 2016

Yoga sisters and long-time COMO collaborators Andrea and Christina Curry, lead a six-night retreat on the calming island shores of Parrot Cay by COMO in the Turks and Caicos. Spring is the ideal time for a physical and spiritual re-boot, giving the opportunity to clear bad habits and plant seeds of positivity. Daily classes include Vinyasa, Hatha and Restorative asana practice, as well as pranayama breathing and meditation.

The six-night retreat costs from US$5,746 for single occupancy and US$9,004 for a double room, including 10 per cent service charge and 12 per cent government tax. and is open to yoga practitioners of all levels. For more information contact res.parrotcay@comohotels.com.

Against a Himalayan backdrop, David Melladew shares his wisdom of the ancient art of Qigong. David, who heads up the Oriental Medicine programme at COMO Shambhala Estate in Bali, teaches the Pa Kua Chang Qigong set called the ‘Eight Animals’ centred on key elements of Taoist philosophy. Each day includes morning and afternoon Qigong sessions, discussions on Qigong practices, morning ‘‘microcosmic circulation" meditations, and short hikes into the surrounding mountains. There’s also a chance to explore some of Bhutan’s landmarks and monasteries. Signature COMO Shambhala Cuisine, along with our range of organic wellness juices, complement the holistic experience.

The six-night retreat with accommodation at both Uma Paro and Uma Punakha costs from US$12,505 for a double room, and is open to all levels of Qigong practice. For more information contact res.uma.bhutan@comohotels.com.