New Year, New You: The Wellness Collective at Maui, Kapalua
As 2021 winds down and we look forward with anticipation to the blank slate of a new year to refresh our intentions, the Paper & Diamond team are putting the finishing touches on the commencement of a busy year of wellness programming. We are thrilled to announce that the first opportunity comes towards the end of January, as we present The Wellness Collective at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, featuring Paper & Diamond wellness experts Susy Schieffelin and Claire Grieve.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua sits along the seaside shores of Maui’s Kapalua region, the most sought-after area on the Hawaiian islands for unprecedented luxury when it comes to the Aloha State. The property boasts 22,000 acres of wide-open space, naturally providing for spacious accommodations and endless activities that interact with the geographic wonders that make Hawaii unique. From the mountains to the ocean, recreational options abound, and cultural experiences providing an immersion into the spirit of aloha offer something new to explore.
The exclusive accommodations are enhanced by the visitation of Paper & Diamond wellness masters Claire Grieve and Susy Schieffelin. Australian native Claire Grieve is a highly sought-after yoga and Pilates instructor, stretch specialist, health coach, author, and entrepreneur, transforming clients through her holistic, approachable wellness programs. Her passion is to empower others to prioritize emotional health and physical well-being for their most vibrant life. Susy Markoe Schieffelin of the Copper Vessel is a Los Angeles based sound healer, reiki master, Kundalini yoga teacher, sobriety coach, inspirational speaker, brand representative and mentor. Known internationally for her light filled presence and ability to guide people towards radiant lives full of self-love, abundance and joy, Susy has brought healing to a wide variety of individuals and groups.
As part of the custom itinerary created in partnership with the Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, Claire and Susy will be leading a variety of group sessions between the January 19th - 24th program dates. Below are a detailing of such events. For those guests interested in private sessions with Claire and Susy outside of the itinerary, both professionals are also available for individual offerings, featuring a custom blend of techniques and teachings to suit the individual client.
Thursday, January 20th
MORNING KUNDALINI & SOUND BATH with Susy
Begin your morning with an inspiring and uplifting Kundalini Yoga class that will help you to clear any stuck energy so that you can release stress and reconnect with the light in your heart. Perfect for yogis of all levels, Susy’s fun teaching style and sunshine spirit will leave you feeling relaxed, empowered, energized, and clear. Dress comfortably and plan to breathe, stretch, chant, relax. Class ends with a restorative Crystal Alchemy Sound Bath that will leave you feeling true inner bliss!
EVENING SUNSET YIN WIND DOWN with Claire
Prepare yourself for an evening of self-care, relaxation, and restoration with a therapeutic flow designed to bring balance to the body and the mind. The tempo serves to calm the nervous system, focusing on breathwork and deep heart-opening exercises to help loosen any stuck feelings and tension. By physically opening this space, our bodies release and we can begin anew.
Friday, January 21st
GREET THE DAY RITUAL with Claire
Begin your morning by invigorating your body's energy centers with Claire's unique sequence of heart energy flowing yoga postures and stretches, designed to leave you with a feeling of energized rejuvenation and a grateful heart that lasts throughout the day.
528 HZ HEART OPENING SOUND BATH with Susy
Open your heart to deep healing and unconditional love. In this soothing yet uplifting meditative experience, you will lie back and relax as you embark on a journey within. Guided by Susy's soothing voice, the healing sounds of her Crystal Alchemy bowls, and the binaural beats that they create, you'll soon find yourself floating into a state of deep relaxation as your tension and stress melts away. This session is ideal for anyone who needs to relax but feels that they “can’t meditate.” It is the perfect way to wind down your day feeling relaxed and restored.
Saturday, January 22nd
MORNING KUNDALINI & SOUND BATH with Susy
Begin your morning with an inspiring and uplifting Kundalini Yoga class that will help you to clear any stuck energy, release stress, and balance your chakras. Perfect for yogis of all levels, Susy’s fun teaching style and sunshine spirit will leave you feeling relaxed, empowered, energized, and clear. Dress comfortably and plan to breathe, stretch, chant, relax. Class ends with a restorative Crystal Alchemy Sound Bath that will leave you feeling true inner bliss!
SEEING VS. FEELING WORKSHOP with Claire
Connect and enliven a full sensorial experience through a limited sequence of floor and balance poses while blindfolded. Trusting upon Claire’s guided instruction, learn to think in terms of what you feel rather than what you see, letting go and surrendering your trust.
Sunday, January 23rd
DE-STRESS YOUR MENTAL HEALTH with Claire
De-stress with a grounding and calm stretching flow that will open your heart and improve your mental health. This calming routine includes gentle and simple full-body stretches for relaxation. Each pose is held for around 2 minutes to give time for the body and mind to slow down, and to help reduce cortisol levels. Take this self-care time to shift your mindset, promote mindfulness and relaxation.
REIKI INFUSED SOUND BATH with Susy
Balance your chakras and experience deep healing in this very special Reiki Infused Sound Bath. In this soothing meditative experience, Susy will share a collective energy reading, then you will set your own personal positive intentions before you lie back and relax to embark on a journey within. Guided by Susy's angelic voice and the healing sounds of her Crystal Alchemy bowls, you'll soon find yourself floating into a state of deep relaxation as your tension and stress melts away.
Monday, January 24th
MORNING GRATITUDE SOUND BATH with Susy
Start your day with a grateful heart! After setting positive intentions, you’ll lie back and relax as you embark on a journey within. Guided by Susy’s soothing voice and the healing sounds of her Crystal Alchemy bowls, you'll soon find yourself floating into a state of deep relaxation as your heart opens to the healing power of gratitude and love.
ENERGIZING PILATES FUSION with Claire
Energize your body with this Pilates fusion class. It is designed to strengthen your core, tone, and sculpt your muscles longer, and leaner. Transform your body, break a sweat and get ready to feel the burn.
All in all, throughout the thoughtfully developed course of The Wellness Collective, you will slow down, connect with nature, and most importantly, reconnect with yourself. With the luxurious overnight accommodations and world class hospitality offered by Ritz-Carlton, this is the perfect opportunity to set your 2022 in motion, intentionally.
For further details, including reservations for this retreat, as well as information on obtaining VIP Virtuoso Amenities such as complimentary upgrades, free nights, and more, please get in touch with Debbi Lee at +1 (424) 343-6491, or via dlee@paperanddiamond.com.