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Our detox programme is designed to nurture
body, mind and spirit, and is personally run by owner Dhara Kelly.
Having long observed and refined the course, we are assured that it
leads to brighter eyes, clearer skin, renewed energy and a
heightened sense of well-being. In the absence of TV, radio, mobile phones and
newspapers our simple, comfortable accommodation is designed to create an
environment conducive to rest, clarity and inner peace. Guests are
encouraged to use the time and space as a retreat, to focus
on self-care and to leave work and worries at home.
While it is not a weight-loss program there is frequently some
downward adjustment of weight where there is scope for this,
and it can be a good launching ground for a sensible
dietary and exercise regime to follow.
Our courses, both Five-day (Sunday to Friday)
and Three-day (Thursday to Sunday), are exclusively residential.
This, together with a quiet, tranquil environment ensures full
privacy for our guests.
DAILY TIMETABLE (subject to minor
variations)
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10.15a.m |
Any time up to this, guests may have
breakfast, which is preceded by a shot of wheatgrass.
Breakfast consists of a selection of citrus fruits, an
important part of the cleansing diet. Alternative fruit is
always available if citrus fruit is unsuitable. For those who
opt to follow the Green Program (read about it in the Cloona News section)
we provide a green alkalizing juice for breakfast instead
of fruit, but this must be requested at the time of
booking. |
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| 10.45 a.m. |
Yoga, the ancient practice for modern
times |
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| 1.00p.m.------------ |
Lunch, the main meal of the day (soup and
salad) |
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| 2.00 p.m. |
Guided walk with instruction on movement
and posture. Suitable for all levels of fitness. |
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| 3.30 p.m. |
Free time, until ..... |
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| 6.00 p.m. |
Supper, a varied assortment of fruits,
sweet and semi-sweet. Or, for people who opt to
do the more in-depth Green Program we provide, as
an alternative to fruit, a different green alkalizing
juice. However, guests may only do the Green
Program when requested at the time of booking. |
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| 7.00 p.m. |
Sauna time. |
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| 7.30 p.m. |
The evening massages commence. Relaxing
though firm, this is the bodys time for enjoying the
sensation of a day well spent on a variety of health promoting
activities |
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YOGA
Yoga, meaning union, is a practice that involves ones
whole being and is probably the oldest and longest-surviving system
of self-development known. We practise the more traditional
type of yoga, Hatha yoga, which is based on meditative movement
co-ordinated with the breath. Our yoga sessions, based on the
Satyananda tradition, are accessible to all regardless of age or
level of fitness. Each session is a balance of breath awareness,
movement and deep relaxation. For almost two hours on a daily basis
participants are guided and encouraged to tone the body, still the
mind and calm the emotions through a time-honoured and widely
respected tradition.
DIET
The cleansing/detoxing aspect of our programme
requires that the diet be as undemanding as possible on the
digestive system, whilst still providing the sustenance and
enjoyment necessary to satisfy. The food is based exclusively on
fruit and vegetables that are organically and/or bio-dynamically
grown. To further assist detoxing, the principles of food-combining
are adhered to, and the diet is meat, dairy and gluten-free. We have
our own natural spring well which enables us to pipe water of the
highest purity, vitality and taste into the kitchen. Our standard
five-day program involves a shot of wheatgrass each morning and a
juice-fast on Wednesday. For information on wheatgrass please
visit the 'News' page or click on this link directly: www.cloona.ie/news.html
WALKING
Blessed as we are with a network of quiet roads
in the vicinity, we aim to achieve more from our walks than a simple
appreciation of natural beauty. Our daily, guided walks are another
way to energise the body and heighten self-awareness, with
instruction provided on the various aspects of walking. To walk
effortlessly with elegance and beauty is the aim. The walks are
different each day, and follow circular routes. On our five-day
programs we go to the beach for one of our walks. Walking will never
be the same again!
EXTRA TREATMENTS
Some treatments that are healing and therapeutic are provided
as extras. Currently, these are massage, reflexology, Shiatsu and
facials. On the astrology program individual consultations will be available with
Bill. The skills and knowledge of our dedicated team of therapists reflect
the passion and experience gained from many years of working in
their chosen fields. These are practitioners who excel in what they
do and we are privileged to have them working with us in Cloona.
Treatments may be booked on arrival and are available during
free time in the afternoon.
TARRIFF 2010
Sunday to
Friday, standard program
Single
.............................590
Single
en-suite....................................690
Twin en-suite
pps................................590
Thursday to
Sunday, standard
program
Single.................................................390
Single
en-suite.....................................440
Twin en-suite pps.................................390
Sunday to Friday, Seniors'
program
Single.................................................550
Single
en-suite....................................590
Twin en-suite pps.................................550
Optional Extra Treatments
(Massage, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Facial)......60
WHAT TO
BRING
The following is a list of items which we recommend you
bring:
1. Loose, comfortable clothing, i.e. tracksuits, leggings,
t-shirts etc.
2. Comfortable walking shoes or runners.
3. House shoes or slippers for wearing indoors at all
times.
4. Rainwear,
5. Large towel, particularly needed for
use in the sauna
6. Dressing gown.
7. Cash or cheques for extra
treatments. Therapists are paid directly.
ARRIVAL AND
DEPARTURE
Guests arrive between 5 and
7pm, in time for the introduction at 7pm, and depart after an early
lunch on the last day, at approx 1pm.
Im
writing to thank you and all at Cloona for such an important week of
retreat and detox, in such a beautiful atmosphere and landscape. It
was like an exquisite piece of dance everything in its place,
thoughtful, mindful, open, flexible, healthful and sensuous. J.T.
(London) |
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