Elderhostel is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for older adults who love to learn for the sake of fun! The programs are open to anyone who is age 55 or over. Couples and singles welcome! Elderhostel participants may bring accompanying friends, sons or daughters who are under 55 as well.

The Elderhostel Programs are specifically designed for retirement-age people who share a love of learning and travel. Each program is 'sponsored' by members which are college or participating centers that plan the curriculum and lead the courses.

Because Land of Medicine Buddha is dedicated to offering courses that heal the body, mind and spirit, many of our Elderhostel programs include studies in a variety of healing modalities, such as Qi-Gong, aromatherapy, massage, yoga, and simple meditation. Hostellers come from every type of background! The average number of participants in our programs is 20 to 25, so participants can get to know each-other and their instructors.

For more details on Elderhostel Programs at Land of Medicine Buddha, or to register, call Breige Walbridge at (831) 462-8367. You may also contact Land of Medicine Buddha at (831) 462-8383 or lmb@medicinebuddha.org. To go to the Elderhostel website, click here!

Elderhostel Programs at Land of Medicine Buddha 2008   

February 25-28, 2008 # 10028  4 day   $420

Restorative Retreat for Optimal Well-Being -

Qigong & Acupressure.

Meditations for Inner Peace &Joy.

Energy Massage & Aromatherapy.

March 9-14, 2008  # 4238  6 day  $618

The Art of Happiness,

Qigong,

Healing Plants, Foods & Essential oils.

April 6-11, 2008   #7726  6 day  $660

Healthy Vegetarian Cuisine & Nutrition for Vitality.

Buddhist Ways of Thinking & Meditation Techniques

Qigong & Self Acupressure

April 21-24, 2008  #6734  4 day $450

Rejuvenation Retreat for Women-

Meditation, Qigong, Acupressure,

Massage, Aromatherapy.

May 4-9, 2008  #8408  6 day $660

Buddhist Insights into Living, Aging and Dying,

Energy Massage,

Qigong & Self Acupressure.

July 13-18, 2008  #7726  6 day $660

Healthy Vegetarian Cuisine & Nutrition for Vitality.

Buddhist Ways of Thinking & Meditation Techniques

Qigong & Self Acupressure

July 28-31, 2008  #6734  4 day $450

Rejuvenation Retreat for Women-

Meditation, Qigong, Acupressure,

Massage, Aromatherapy.

August 17-22, 2008  #8408  6 day $660

Buddhist Insights into Living, Aging and Dying,

Energy Massage,

Qigong & Self Acupressure.

September 1-4, 2008  # 9989  4 day $450

Meditations for Inner Peace

Qigong & Acupressure

September 14-19, 2008  #7993  6 day  $650

Power of Compassion.

Qigong & Self-Acupressure.

Singing to Open your Heart.

September 29- October 2, 2008  4 day #6734 $450

Rejuvenation Retreat for Women-

Meditation, Qigong, Acupressure,

Massage, Aromatherapy

October 20-23, 2008  4 day 

November 2-7, 2008  6 day  #10955  $660

The Art of Happiness.

Yoga & Qigong.

Healing with Plants & Foods.

November 30-December 5, 2008  # 11813 $660

Rejuvenation Retreat-

Meditations for Inner Peace and Joy,

Qigong, Acupressure, Aromatherapy.      

Vegetarian Cuisine.

Program Coordinator- Breige Walbridge: 831 462 8367                            www.medicinebuddha.org

breige@medicinebuddha.org

To register: contact Elderhostel at 1-877-426-8056

Some feedback from our Elderhostel participants: 

"I was amazed at the richness of the programs and the expertise of the Instructors." 

"Wonderful programs, teachers and responsive, sensitive leadership. It more than surpassed my wildest dreams." 

"A thoroughly enjoyable and valuable experience which will benefit me throughout the rest of my life" 

"This was a fully packed program, well taught and conducive to building a loving, laughing group spirit." 

"I loved it!!! Thank you for providing this program." 

"I am glad that I live nearby and can commute to more programs." 

"Qigong was my favorite course, but I loved all of it. It was well and sensitively taught and made me feel so good. I intend to continue this." 

"I came in pain and discouraged about my health and left feeling pain-free and enthusiastic." 

"This was a wonderful experience! It was so beneficial being in a place of love and caring." 

"The location is beautiful! I liked the staff, speakers, the setting and course content. All good!" 

"It was a super vacation to start off my teaching again." 

"Thank you for organizing and coordinating a program that has brought more meaning in my life" 

Comments about the Teachers and Courses: 

"The Instructor has a lovely manner and way of teaching."

"Excellent and knowledgeable."

"A pleasure and a blessing."

"The Instructor's smile lit the room, she is a jewel and gave from her heart."

"The Instructor was outstanding in her presentation. Thoroughly enjoyable and very useful."

"Excellent. Delightful, fun-loving Instructor."

"I really connected with this powerful teacher."

"Our Instructor is an inspiring human being."