Schedule/Details - YMAA California
Welcome to the YMAA Retreat Center!
The YMAA Retreat Center, located in the mountain terrain of Humboldt County, Northern California, is the location of Dr. Yang's 10-year training program. Every Summer, everyone is invited to join the week-long intensive seminars to experience this ideal setting for training, which allows one to attain higher levels of skill and understanding. Building upon the popular seminar series in Boston, MA, the topics of Taijiquan, Taiji Sword and Martial Applications, Pushing Hands, and Qigong, will continue under the direct instruction of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming. Due to the Center's remote location, lodging availability is limited, which ensures smaller groups and a better quality of learning and interaction. Interested participants should contact YMAA as soon as possible for a reservation. Discounts available for YMAA Students.REGISTRATION FOR 2012 SEMINARS
You may REGISTER ONLINE or submit your registration to YMAA CA Retreat Center by e-mail first. After calculation of the cost, you will receive the e-mail. All you need to do is call (617) 524-8892 and pay by credit card (Visa or Master Card). You may also send the check to: YMAA CA Retreat Center, P. O. Box 290, Miranda, CA 95553. If you have any question, please contact with Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming by e-mail or cell phone (707) 502-8739.2012 TOPICS AND SCHEDULE
Seminars (Limit 21 Persons Per Seminar)| Date | Subject | Cont. Person | Tel. |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 6-13, 2012 | Taijiquan and Martial Applications (Level 1-4) | Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming | 707-502-8739 |
| July 13-20, 2012 | Taiji Pushing Hands and Martial Applications (Level 1-4) (Kicking, Striking, Wrestling, and Chin Na) | Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming | 707-502-8739 |
| July 20-27, 2012 | Taiji Martial Applications (Chin Na and Wrestling) | Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming | 707-502-8739 |
| July 27 - August 3, 2012 | Taiji Ball Qigong (Level 1-3) | Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming | 707-502-8739 |
| August 3-10, 2012 | Qigong-1 (Qigong Theory, Chest/Spine Qigong, and Embryonic Breathing Meditation) | Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming | 707-502-8739 |
| August 10-17, 2012 | Qigong-7 (Small Circulation Meditation) | Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming | 707-502-8739 |
DAILY SCHEDULE
Meditation (Embryonic Breathing)/(Lecture and Practice) – Free for all participants
Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
| Time | Friday | Monday | Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00-6:30 | Departure & Pickup | Rest | Qigong Lecture (Free) |
| 6:30-7:10 | Rest | Meditation (Free) | |
| 7:10-7:40 | Rest | Rest | |
| 7:40-9:00 | Breakfast | Breakfast & Free Time | |
| 9:00-12:00 | Sightseeing | Seminar | |
| 12:00-12:40 | Lunch | Lunch | |
| 12:40-16:00 | Free Time | Free Time | |
| 16:00-19:00 | Sight-Seeing | Seminar | |
| 19:00-19:40 | Dinner | Dinner | |
| (20:30-21:30) | Sauna (will only open if 4 or more people sign up) | ||
| 19:40-22:00 | Movie | Free Time | |
- Wifi Internet available at YMAA Retreat Center, bring your own laptop for access. Donations accepted.
- Sauna available. Donations accepted.
- Sightseeing Days: Redwood Forest ($10), Beach ($20)
DIRECTIONS TO VENUE
VIA AIR
- To Eureka/Arcata ($25/Ride)/(Please Contact Us First for Arriving Time) :
By contacting us first, we can arrange a pick up time for you. If you are able to match the pre-arranged time, there will be a fare per ride. This way, you will share the price with other parties. However, if you are not able to arrive on the pre-arranged pick-up times, a fare $50 per ride will be required. The drive to the center is roughly 90 minutes from the airport. Bring only necessary luggage due to limited space. - To S. Francisco
There will not be pick-up vehicles waiting in S. Francisco since it is a four-hour drive to the center. You may rent a vehicle, preferably one with four-wheel drive. However, if unable to rent a vehicle with four-wheel drive, it is possible to park your vehicle in Miranda. (Please check the parking options next). The number of vehicles permitted on the property is limited, along with a road-maintenance fee being charged. (Please check the parking options next).
VIA CAR
***Once you have registered and completed your payment, you will be instructed where and how to park the car if you choose to drive.
- Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles :
WARNING: Driving a two-wheel car to the center is FORBIDDEN. A car with four-wheel drive capability is a necessity. The climb to the center is narrow and ascends at a 38 degree incline. (Two-wheel drive vehicles are unfortunately incapable of making it to the center.) Cell phones do not function in this remote mountain area, making rescue difficult. Two wheel drive vehicles are able to park at the farm near the center and there is a parking fee of $10 per day. - Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle (Total 5 cars allowed):
If you have a four-wheel vehicle and wish to drive to the center, please contact us first for approval. Only 5 vehicles are permitted to enter and remain at the center. If you can avoid driving, please do so due to the single-lane roadway being capable of only having one car on it at any given time. There will be a fee of $20/day for parking and road maintenance. We encourage you to park the car at the Miranda farm.
LODGING
The Retreat Center has several lodging options ranging from guest rooms with private bathroom (suite), guest rooms with 2 or 3 beds, cabin rooms with 2 beds, cabin floor or camping.
| Option | Cost/Week | Cost/4 Weeks | Cost/Entire Season | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guest Room | |||||
| Room #1 (Suite) | $300 ($42/Day) | $1020 ($36/Day) | $1260 ($30/Day) | ||
| Room #2 (2 Beds) | $260 ($37/Day) | $900 ($32/Day) | $1130 ($27/Day) | ||
| Room #3 (2 Beds) | $260 ($37/Day) | $900 ($32/Day) | $1130 ($27/Day) | ||
| Room #4 (3 Beds) | $230 ($32/Day) | $780 ($28/Day) | $1000 ($24/Day) | ||
| Cabin Room | |||||
| Room #1 (Two Single Beds) | $155 ($22/Day) | $550 ($20/Day) | $800 ($19/Day) | ||
| Room #2 (Two Single Beds) | $155 ($22/Day) | $550 ($20/Day) | $800 ($19/Day) | ||
| Cabin Floor | |||||
| 8 Single Floor Mats | $110 ($16/Day) | $400 ($14/Day) | $600 ($14/Day) | ||
| Camping (Tent Not Provided) | |||||
| Per Person | $60/Person | $200/Person | $300/Person | ||
| Per Tent | $120/Tent | $380/Tent | $550/Tent | ||
 Suite (Guest Room with private bathroom) |
 Guest Room |
 Cabin Room |
 Cabin Floor |
SEMINAR PACKAGE
(***No Special Diet Provided)
(***Lodging Calculated Separately Depending on Choices)
| Before June 10 | After June 10 | |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Day Weekend and Weekday Seminar | $850 | $1,000 |
| 14-Day Weekend and Weekday Seminar | $1,600 | $1,850 |
| 21-Day Weekend and Weekday Seminar | $2,300 | $2,600 |
| 28-Day Weekend and Weekday Seminar | $2,950 | $3,250 |
| 35-Day Weekend and Weekday Seminar | $3,500 | $3,800 |
| Entire Season (42 Days) | $3,750 | $3,900 |
