Awaken in this lifetime. Discover mindfulness, meditation and movement techniques that result in calm happiness and a better quality of life. Study with Achariya Doug Duncan, a teacher known for his energetic, insightful, humorous and practical approach.

Hollyhock Lifelong Learning Center on British Columbia's spectacular Cortes Island will play host to "Awakening Within This Lifetime" from October 27 to November 1, 2013. Achariya Duncan is a teacher in the lineage of Venerable Namgyal Rinpoche, and founder of centers for awakening in both Japan and Canada.

This item includes program tuition, meals, and a five night stay in dormitory-style accommodation. On the subject of Hollyhock's facilties and services a past guest says it best: "Thank you Hollyhock staff, board, bodyworkers, gardeners, COOKS, guests. Thank you, beach, hot tubs, earth, sky, sea, thundering winds, dancing trees. Thank you, whoever designs all of Hollyhock with equal parts thoughtfulness, sustainability, functionality, and beauty."

Hollyhock is an educational retreat centre and focal point of learning and connection. It is dedicated to inspiring, nourishing and supporting people who are making the world better. The center is about 100 miles north of Vancouver.