Yoga vacations set the scene for a peaceful, timeless state of being. Sue Hawkins runs Yoga Vacations in Byron Bay and Fiji. At Byron Bay Yoga, we transform the spirit, nurture the soul and empower the mind through our Yoga Vacations. A Yoga Vacation transforms you... Combining physical yoga postures, Pranayama - breathing techniques, meditation, Yoga Nidra - guided relaxation, Moana - short periods of silence, chanting, Sufi Dancing and healing sessions. The Yoga Vacation retreat will provide you with fresh organic juices and gourmet vegetarian food to nourish and cleanse the body. Other pampering treatments including nurturing therapeutic massages are an optional extra. Sue Hawkins' attention to individual needs and detail of instruction leaves you feeling positive, nurtured and empowered. Sue discovered yoga 21 years ago and has practiced Iyengar Yoga in Sydney and completed a teacher training course in Byron Bay in Astanga and Hatha Yoga. The yoga is mainly Iyengar style with invited certified teachers instructing over the weekend. All levels are catered for with an emphasis on restorative practice in the afternoons. Having practiced Yoga for over 17 years, her journey has taken her from the high profile, fast paced life in Sydney as a TV Producer to her life now, as creator and instructor of Byron Bay Yoga. "An enquiry of interest can calm the mind " Krishnamacharya By the end of the Yoga Vacation, the visible changes in people's physical bodies and attitudes are quite profound. Your body will feel more rejuvenated and relaxed. You will leave knowing this state and how to recreate it in your daily life. A Yoga Vacation allows you to slow down, still the mind, strengthen and increase flexibility and discover a renewed sense of well being. Participant Comments "Sue and her team have really brought something special to all of us, something that can never be taken away and for that, these retreats are priceless." K. Harvey, Sales Consultant. "This was an amazingly uplifting experience. Participation in everything is recommended to receive the benefits. Be open and amazing things will happen." V. Borazio CFO "I have learnt a huge amount about me, I´ve relaxed so much and I´ve enjoyed time for me like I didn´t imagine was possible." C. Kirkwood, full time mum. "Sue is an inspiration. I would recommend all of my friends to come here to escape the ratrace – if only for a few days". V. Fisher, Fashion Producer. "I feel I went to a whole new level, not only in my yoga and openess but also my health, healing and spirituality". P. Enright, B&B owner. "Fantastic weekend! After only a handful of yoga classes my knowledge, understanding and ability to participate increased substantially. Very worthwhile". Peter, Byron Bay. "Caring committed and thought provoking. All postures were given total attention". Peta, Brisbane. "A life altering experience." Carol Aylett, Melbourne. "Amazing, very powerful. Very apt for where I am right now. It was as if you designed it specially for me!" Fiona, UK. "I found the yoga challenging but not too much. It has renewed my commitment to continue and deepen my yoga practice". Leah Sparkes, Sydney. "When you are stuck and have lost your way this retreat will shine the light on the path for you." Tina Demetriou, Manly. "The weekend was everything I hoped for and more. I came to reclaim my life after 6 months of stress and depression. I can now breath easy again, and feel lighter and totally enthused with my life and its possibilities." Lee Banfield, Doonan.