Act now to reserve your spot!
Travel Dates:
JANUARY 4th - 12th, 2018
Be sure to book your flight into Panama City, and arrive anytime on the 4th. We'll have a beautiful hotel room waiting for you (included in price of trip). On January 5th, we will provide complimentary transportation from the hotel to the retreat center. If you want to use our complimentary transportation on January 12th, be sure to book your outbound flight AFTER 6PM. Otherwise, you're welcome to stay and explore Panama!
If you want/need to fly in/out on different dates/times, you are fully responsible for your transportation & accommodations. However, are happy to help you find information to book your ground transportation. **NOTE: There a tourist tax of $30-50/person, so be sure to bring a little extra cash for that. If you have any questions or concerns, email us balancedguitar@gmail.com or call our director, Ben at 646-295-5907
JANUARY 4th - 12th, 2018
Be sure to book your flight into Panama City, and arrive anytime on the 4th. We'll have a beautiful hotel room waiting for you (included in price of trip). On January 5th, we will provide complimentary transportation from the hotel to the retreat center. If you want to use our complimentary transportation on January 12th, be sure to book your outbound flight AFTER 6PM. Otherwise, you're welcome to stay and explore Panama!
If you want/need to fly in/out on different dates/times, you are fully responsible for your transportation & accommodations. However, are happy to help you find information to book your ground transportation. **NOTE: There a tourist tax of $30-50/person, so be sure to bring a little extra cash for that. If you have any questions or concerns, email us balancedguitar@gmail.com or call our director, Ben at 646-295-5907
What are the fees, tuition, and payment methods?
The total price of the trip is $2800. The price is all inclusive except for airfare to and from Panama. All the rooms are shared* (with you and one person) and have double beds. You can see more by checking out our ACCOMMODATIONS page.
*If you would like a private room, we do have a few available for $3100.
The deposit to guarantee your spot is only $500. You can make your deposit via PayPay by clicking here *
*be sure to make your Paypal payment via "Friends/Family" to avoid fees. All deposits are non-refundable.
After you make your deposit, be sure to fill out the registration form.
The price includes transportation to/from the airport, lunch on the way, lodging (single & shared rooms available), 3 delicious meals a day, prepared on site, free use of sports equipment, sunset hike, closing night bonfire, daily guitar, surfing and yoga classes. BONUS: You will also receive one private lesson with Richard Miller before and after the trip (either in person or via Skype) with your choice of teacher (Richard M. or Freddie B.)
Make the $500 non-refundable deposit via PayPal to hold your spot on the retreat (or pay in full 2800) by clicking the "Payment" button (below). Once on PayPal's site, sign in or create a free account (takes 1 min). When prompted to select "Friends & Family" or "Goods & Services," be sure to SELECT "FRIENDS & FAMILY" to AVOID ANY FEES.
*If you would like a private room, we do have a few available for $3100.
The deposit to guarantee your spot is only $500. You can make your deposit via PayPay by clicking here *
*be sure to make your Paypal payment via "Friends/Family" to avoid fees. All deposits are non-refundable.
After you make your deposit, be sure to fill out the registration form.
The price includes transportation to/from the airport, lunch on the way, lodging (single & shared rooms available), 3 delicious meals a day, prepared on site, free use of sports equipment, sunset hike, closing night bonfire, daily guitar, surfing and yoga classes. BONUS: You will also receive one private lesson with Richard Miller before and after the trip (either in person or via Skype) with your choice of teacher (Richard M. or Freddie B.)
Make the $500 non-refundable deposit via PayPal to hold your spot on the retreat (or pay in full 2800) by clicking the "Payment" button (below). Once on PayPal's site, sign in or create a free account (takes 1 min). When prompted to select "Friends & Family" or "Goods & Services," be sure to SELECT "FRIENDS & FAMILY" to AVOID ANY FEES.
How do I register?
Fill out the registration form and make a deposit today ($500) to reserve your space or pay in full ($2800).
Make your deposit before September 1, and save $100 on tuition ($2700).
Make your deposit before September 1, and save $100 on tuition ($2700).
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be made 90 days before the retreat (by October 3rd, 2018).
The deposit is non-refundable. Spots and housing are first come first serve.
The deposit is non-refundable. Spots and housing are first come first serve.
What do I bring?
Checklist:
•Valid Passport*
•Sunblock
•Swim suit (or 2)
•Guitar
•Yoga mat
•We'll provide the surfboards and wax.
•Bug Spray (We are going during Dry Season, so there won't be a lot of bugs to worry about. But if bugs bug you, bring spray).
•Round Trip Plane Ticket*
*return flight must be booked in order to enter the country
• IF YOU PLAN ON SNORKELING, PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN EQUIPMENT.
•Valid Passport*
•Sunblock
•Swim suit (or 2)
•Guitar
•Yoga mat
•We'll provide the surfboards and wax.
•Bug Spray (We are going during Dry Season, so there won't be a lot of bugs to worry about. But if bugs bug you, bring spray).
•Round Trip Plane Ticket*
*return flight must be booked in order to enter the country
• IF YOU PLAN ON SNORKELING, PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN EQUIPMENT.
Expectations of the Program
To get the maximum benefits from the program, students are requested to participate fully in the program. Many musicians feel like they are not "athletic" or "coordinated" enough to participate in programs like surfing or yoga. Some beginners feel like they're "not talented" or "skilled" enough to participate as a group. NOT TRUE! One of the aims of this course is to show that these activities can be fun and accessible to everyone.
If you do not know how to swim, we recommend you take swimming lessons before arriving simply to feel more comfortable in the water. The surfing lessons take place in shallow water where swimming is not required. If it turns out that you dislike one of the activities, that's okay too! There are so many wonderful things to do there (including relaxing). You know your body best.
If you do not know how to swim, we recommend you take swimming lessons before arriving simply to feel more comfortable in the water. The surfing lessons take place in shallow water where swimming is not required. If it turns out that you dislike one of the activities, that's okay too! There are so many wonderful things to do there (including relaxing). You know your body best.
Schedule
All activities encourage but optional
7:30-8:30am Yoga or Tai Chi
8:30-9:30am Breakfast
10:00am-12:00 Guitar/Music group class
12:30-1:30 Lunch
1-3pm Free time, practice, private lessons
3pm - Sunset Surfing, Siesta, Exploring
6-7pm Dinner
7-10 pm Open evening jamming
10pm - 7am Quiet Hours (sleep is key)
7:30-8:30am Yoga or Tai Chi
8:30-9:30am Breakfast
10:00am-12:00 Guitar/Music group class
12:30-1:30 Lunch
1-3pm Free time, practice, private lessons
3pm - Sunset Surfing, Siesta, Exploring
6-7pm Dinner
7-10 pm Open evening jamming
10pm - 7am Quiet Hours (sleep is key)
Extras/Activities
The retreat center has many activities such as $20 hour long massages, hiking, snorkeling, horseback riding, deep sea fishing, and of course, world-class surfing, boogie boarding, ocean swimming. You can arrange any of these activities with the concierge.
Enjoy FREE Wifi, unlimited coffee, tea and filtered water. Plus enjoy free coconuts when in season!
Enjoy FREE Wifi, unlimited coffee, tea and filtered water. Plus enjoy free coconuts when in season!