Top Names Flock to Hollyhock

CORTES ISLAND, BC - Named as BC's premiere destination by National Geographic Traveller, Hollyhock Retreat and Conference Centre welcomes visitors from all over the world. Instructors and presenters such as; Dr. Andrew Weil, Ann Mortifee, Rupert Sheldrake, Raphael Cushnir and Jane Siberry share their wisdom, experience and passion amid the splendor of old growth forests and stretches of sandy beach.

Over the past 25 years Hollyhock has become a world class meeting place, earning a reputation as a respected centre for progressive thought, personal and professional development, and leadership.

"We're delighted to host such a diverse group of leaders for their wisdom, skill, integrity, and the extent to which they embody their teaching," says Hollyhock CEO Dana Solomon. "Each season we attract the best examples of individuals changing the world in a positive way, and welcome them here to share their skills and talents with our guests. The combination of a stunning location and exceptional presenters we feel is a truly dynamic experience."

Harvard trained physician, best-selling author and world-renowned leader and pioneer in Integrative Medicine, Dr. Andrew Weil says he chooses Hollyhock as a location for his much-in-demand seminars because of the setting and the sense of community that he feels very much part of.

"I like the setting - it's spectacular!" he says. "I like the people who come - they're very interesting. They come from varied backgrounds and are open-minded."
Through its growth, Hollyhock has retained its quaint charm, relaxed attitude and deluxe pampering services including bodywork, yoga, meditation classes, nature hikes, and organic vegetarian cuisine.

Hollyhock's 2006 programming schedule is well under way with an array of diverse workshops to choose from that provide the perfect getaway for the mind and body.

A trip to Cortes Island's Hollyhock Retreat and Resort launches an adventure the minute you decide to visit. From the moment you leave Vancouver Island to the time you come home, Hollyhock is a splendid, relaxing and revitalizing adventure you'd be hard pressed to find elsewhere.

The following workshops and presentations for the 2006 season include:
*Tuition does not include meals or accommodations unless stated
PROGRAM DATE # OF NIGHTS *TUITION ($CDN)

Writing of Memoirs Sharon Butala
Jul 12 - 16 4 475
Sea Kayaking Adventures Aboard Misty Isles Adventures - July & September Jul 12 - 16 4 525
Mindfulness Education Facilitators Training Nancy Fischer
Jul 12 - 16 4 475
Way Of The Shaman: The Shamanic Journey, Power, & Healing
Leslie Conton Jul 12 - 16 4 495
The Enneagram Of Liberation, From Fixation To Freedom
Gangaji, Eli Jaxon-Bear Jul 16 - 21 5 525
The Heart Of Women’s Yoga & Sacred Dance
Sofia Diaz Jul 16 - 21 5 545
The Power of Hope Retreat for Teens At Linnaea Farm on Cortes Island
Power of Hope Jul 18 - 25, Jul 29 - Aug 5 For details CONTACT www.powerofhope.org
The Healing Voice: Chanting, Ritual & Resonance
Jill Purce Jul 21 - 26 5 595
Integrative Medicine
Victoria Maizes, M.D., Andrew Weil, M.D. Jul 21 - 26 5 725
Intuition & The Extended Mind, How Far Does The Mind Go?
Rupert Sheldrake Jul 26 - 30 4 545
Restorative Getaways Jul 26 - 30 4 330
What’s Love Got To Do With It?
Joel & Michelle Levey Jul 26 - 30 4 485
Strictly Ballroom
Pierre Boulanger, Wendy Schabrel Jul 26 - 30 4 425
Dreamtime Didjeridu Jul 30 - Aug 4 5 445
Song Of The Drum, Dance Of Life
Bruce Langhorne, Gordy Ryan, Zoe Ryan Aug 4 - 9 5 525
Writing Life Stories
Julie Portman Aug 4 - 9 5 445
Songwriting, From Inspiration To Performance
Beth Nielsen Chapman, Paul Reisler Aug 4 - 9 5 525
Singing For Joy
Hollyhock Leadership Institute, Shivon Robinsong Aug 9 - 13 4 395
Restorative Getaways Aug 9 - 13 5-Apr 330
Passionate Lies, The Mischievous Art Of Collage
Nick Bantock Aug 9 - 13 4 675 + $30 materials
The Way Of The Horse
Linda Kohanov Aug 9 - 13 4 495
Family Time, A Nature Experience
Dayna Davis, Tim Hicken, Hugh Prichard Aug 13 - 18 5 395/adult 150/child
Sharing the Path: A Retreat for Couples
Robert Gass, Judith & Robert Gass, Judith Ansara Gass Aug 13 - 18 5 535
Drawing On The Right Side Of The Brain
Lynda Greenberg Aug 13 - 18 5 595 + $15 materials
Beach Wood Carving & Wood Sculpting
Volker Steigmann Aug 18 - 23 5 495
Dancing from the Inside Out
Margie Gillis Aug 18 - 23 5 495
The Art of Leadership
Robert Gass, Hollyhock Leadership Institute Aug 18 - 23 5 695 + $55 materials
Hollyhock Summer Sampler
Hollyhock Aug 18 - 23 5 395
Setting Your Heart on Fire: Seven Invitations to Liberate Your Life
Raphael Cushnir Aug 23 - 27 4 495
Rhythms of Awakening, Frame Drumming & Rhythm Voice
Lori Cotler, Glen Velez Aug 23 - 27 5 525
Advanced Dance
Margie Gillis Aug 23 - 27 4 445
Summer Yoga Retreat
Jocelan Coty Aug 27–Sep1 5 425
Women Spirit & Power
Judith Ansara Gass, Hollyhock Leadership Institute Aug 27-Sep1 5 494
Vocal Improvisation, The Mystery & Technique
Rhiannon Aug 27–Sep1 5 675
Restorative Getaway Sept 1-6 5 330
Tibetan Buddhism, The Pure Nature of Mind
Geshe Tashi Namgyal Sep 1 - 6 5 195
Perinatal Psychology For Health & Healing
Judyth Weaver Sep 1 - 5 4 445
Aung Medical Qi Gong & Intuition Workshop
Steven Aung Sep 1 - 5 4 495
Social Venture Institute
Canadian Business for Social Responsibility, Hollyhock Leadership Institute, Renewal Partners, Social Venture Network, Joel Solomon Sep 6 - 10 4 650
Poetry, Masks Of Memory
Patrick Lane Sep 10 - 15 5 495
Esalen® Massage Intensive
Vicki Topp Sep 10 - 15 5 575
The Artistic Study, Drawing & Watercolour
Dianne Bersea, Jodi Forster Sep 15 - 20 5 455 + $55 materials
Sea Kayaking Adventures Aboard Misty Isles Adventures - July & September 4 525
Living Systems, Key To A Thriving Future
Hollyhock Leadership Institute, Elisabet Sahtouris Sep 15 - 20 4 445
Evolution & Ashtanga Yoga
Reema Datta, Danny Paradise Sep 15 - 20 5 525
Web of Change
Hollyhock Leadership Institute, Jason Mogus, Phillip Smith, Madeline Stanionis, Jodi Tonita Sep 20 - 24 4 425
Facilitative Leadership Across Cultures
Julian Griggs, Hollyhock Leadership Institute, Michelle LeBaron Sep 20 - 24 4 595
Study & Service - Drum & Dance, Rhythm & Movement
Zachary Sukuweh, Soasis Sukuweh Sep 24-Oct17 13 1200-1600 includes meals/accommodations
When The Body Says No, Mind-Body Health
Yona Bar-Sever, Gabor Maté Sep 24 - 29 5 475
Creating Your Own Learning Centre
David Drysdale, Hollyhock Sep 24 - 29 5 425
Homes That Heal
Athena Thompson Sep 24 - 29 5 495
The Ecstasy Of Chant, Gettin’ High On Mantra
Russill Paul Sep 29- Oct 4 5 495
The Pull Of Wool
Astor Tsang Sep 29- Oct 2 3 195 + 45 materials
Women’s Lives, Women’s Transitions
Claudia Welch Sep 29- Oct 4 5 495
Mushroom Magic
Paul Stamets, Andrew Weil, M.D. Oct 4 - 8 4 445
Body, Psyche & The Sacred
Ian Macnaughton Oct 4 - 8 4 445
Circle Practicum
Christina Baldwin, Ann Linnea Oct 8 - 12 4 495
The Enneagram, In The Narrative Tradition
Peter O'Hanrahan Oct 8 - 13 5 495
The Art of Spiritual Guidance Training - Two Year Training Program
Robert Beatty Oct 13 - 18 5 850
The Buddhist Path To Love & Happiness Oct 13-18 5 195
Artists, Writers, Seekers of Refuge - Pure Air, Clean Water, Ahhh…
Hollyhock Oct 18-Nov 8 21 987-1302 includes meals/accommodations
Solo (Self) Meditation Retreat
Joanne Broatch Oct 18-Nov 8 21 245 + donation to instructor

Media Contact:
Greg Osoba, Hollyhock Retreat and Conference Centre
phone: (800) 933-6339, ext. 225
e-mail: greg@hollyhock.ca
web: http://www.hollyhock.ca