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Sunrise Flow
Sunset Samadhi:
Exploring Sadhana

April Puciata’s Yoga retreat in Aruba

January 29th - February 4th, 2012

We often refer to the asana (yoga poses) we do as our yoga “practice”. Sadhana, although often defined as practice, goes beyond the physical. Sadhana (which often begins as an asana class for many of us) is a process that can deepen our physical practice, but also serves the heart and spirit. 

Join us in beautiful Aruba where we will share two classes each day.

Our morning Sunrise Flow class will consist of a vinyasa flow class for all levels and will allow you to explore the physical practice. Asana helps us to open the body so we are more comfortable and helps us detox  as well.  Many variations will be given so you will be able to challenge yourself in this flow class with lots of vinyasa, inversions and back bends - or allow yourself to be supported with props and surrender with forward bends.

In our evening Sunset Samadhi sessions, we will focus on different kriya, pranayama and meditative techniques. After a brief discussion and explanation, April will guide you through the meditation where you can experience these techniques that help us connect to a quiet mind and the higher self.

You will learn how to take what you have experienced on this retreat into your everyday living. You are encouraged to take what serves you and ask questions to help develop your personal sadhana.

A light breakfast will be available daily before the morning yoga session featuring fresh fruits, yogurts, breads, juices, coffee and tea. Following the morning yoga session a substantial, healthy brunch will be served. The Welcome and a Farewell dinners (both three course and including a glass of wine) will give us the opportunity to dine as a group while the other nights you can choose to eat at one of the two restaurants at Manchebo or venture out and try one of the other fabulous restaurants Aruba has to offer!

The concierge staff will be happy to assist you in planning other activities for you during your stay such as island touring, shopping, scuba diving, sailing, playing golf, snorkeling or enjoying rejuvenating spa treatments at the exotic outdoor Caribbean-Balinese spa facility.

Package price

Deluxe Sanctuary Room

Single - $2785
Double - $1695

Deluxe Ocean Room View

Single - $3145
Double - $1875



April Puciata

April Puciata is an E-RYT 500. She taught in NYC for 10 years at Ishta Yoga, Yoga Works, and New York Yoga, as well as for private and corporate clients. She completed her 500 hour certification under the guidance of Alan Finger of Ishta Yoga and is now part of the Ishta Teacher Training Team. Recently, April has moved to the DC area and is currently teaching at Flow Yoga Center, Epic Yoga, Thrive Yoga, and Yoga Fusion. She continues to study with Alan Finger and is grateful for his guidance.

Before teaching yoga, April worked in publishing for 6 years and also completed an MFA in Creating Writing from the New School. Her work has been published in literary journals such as New York Quarterly, Salamander and The New Orleans Review.

April's Teaching Style: During her challenging vinyasa flow class, April encourages students to pay attention to the breath and to experiment in their own practice. While teaching creative and strong sequences she also guides students though alignment and transitions, creating a playful and safe space. While her class requires focus and strength it also allows for laughter and letting go.