Road Scholar : Tools for Healthy Living: Tai Chi, Eating Consciously, and Acupressure - Indiana

Tools for Healthy Living: Tai Chi, Eating Consciously, and Acupressure

Program Number:

20638RJ

Start and End Dates:


	6/24/2012 - 6/29/2012;

Duration:

5 nights

Location:

Donaldson, Indiana

Price starting at:

$488.00 - Price may vary based on date, departure city

Program Type:

Health & Fitness

Meals:

14; 5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners

Meal Options:

Vegetarian

The term “healthy aging” has become widespread in our culture, but what does it really mean? Find out for yourself on this instructive look into the many healthful practices one can adopt for enhanced well-being at any stage of life. Join local experts who teach you the techniques and practices of what used to be perceived as “alternative” healing methods and that we now accept as simply natural.

Highlights

• Discover the benefits of Tai Chi, a graceful and gentle form of exercise based on movement and breathing that reduces stress and helps with a variety of other health conditions.
• Experience the power of the ancient healing art of acupressure to relieve pain, balance the body and maintain good health, and learn the methods so you can employ them at home.
• Learn what it means to “eat consciously,” the importance of knowing where your food comes from and how simple practices can improve your nutrition and appreciation of the food you eat.

Activity Particulars

Minimal walking and standing on this program.

Coordinated by Lindenwood/Ancilla College.

Donaldson

Donaldson, in rural northwest Indiana, offers a unique blend of hospitality and academic programming aimed at holistic well being. Paved, tree-lined walkways provide ample opportunity to enjoy a peaceful country atmosphere while relaxing and reenergizing.

Accommodations
Retreat and conference center is located on Lake Gilbraith and 65 acres of rural woodlands and meadows.

Meals and Lodgings
	Lindenwood Villa
		Donaldson , Indiana	5 nights

Lindenwood Villa
	Type:	Conference Center
	Description:	As a Retreat and Conference Center located on Lake Gilbrath, Lindenwood offers innovative programs for personal spiritual growth, faith enrichment and education. Lindenwood also offers quiet meeting spaces for church groups, not-for-profit organizations and corporations.
	Contact info:	Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center P.O. Box 1, 9601 Union Road Donaldson, IN 46513 USA phone: 574-935-1780 web: www.lindenwood.org
	Facility amenities:	Labyrinth, lake, walking paths, and small exercise room.
	Smoking allowed:	No
	Elevators available:	Yes
	Additional nights prior:	$63 per night. Additional nights available one night before and/or one night after the program. Participants should contact Lindenwood directly for current rates and availability.
	Check in time:	3:30 PM
	Additional nights after:	$63 per night. Additional nights available one night before and/or one night after the program. Participants should contact Lindenwood directly for current rates and availability.
	Check out time:	11:00 AM

Travel Details
	Start of Program: 3:30 p.m. registration begins at the Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center main entrance. You will be staying at Lindenwood Villa that night.
	End of Program: Departure after 8:00 a.m. full breakfast You will be staying at Lindenwood Villa the night before.
	Required documents: The Road Scholar Health & Safety Form is required. A valid photo ID such as driver's license.
	Parking availability: Free on-site parking is located adjacent to the Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center building. Participants have access to their vehicles throughout the program.

Transportation

	To Start of Program
	Location:	Donaldson , Indiana
	Nearest city or town:	Plymouth, Indiana.
	Nearest highway:	Hwy 30
	Nearest airport:	South Bend Regional Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN)

	From End of Program
	Location:	Donaldson , Indiana
		(Additional transportation information same as above)
Travel Details

	Service:	None - Car Required
		The site is located approximately 40 miles from the nearest airport located at South Bend, Indiana.

Driving Directions
	From the East (Fort Wayne)	Donaldson, Indiana is located approximately 80 miles west of Fort Wayne, Indiana; approximately 8 miles west of Plymouth, Indiana. Take US 30 westbound to Union Road (marked by Ancilla College, Donaldson and Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center directional signs), proceed south on Union Road for approximately 2 miles (you will go through 3 stop signs). One-eighth mile past the third stop sign is the main entrance on your right. Follow the entrance onto the campus. To your left will be a parking lot designated "Lot D". Please park in Lot D and enter the Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center building adjacent to the parking lot. Directional signs with the word "Road Scholar" with an arrow will be posted at US 30 and Union Road, Union Road and Retreat Center driveway.
	From the North (South Bend, IN and Michigan)	Donaldson, Indiana is located approximately 40 miles southwest of South Bend, Indiana. Follow US 31 south to US 30 westbound. Continue on US 30 for 8 miles turning south onto Union Road (marked by Ancilla College, Donaldson and Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center directional signs) Take US 30 westbound to Union Road (marked by Ancilla College, Donaldson and Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center directional signs), proceed south on Union Road for approximately 2 miles (you will go through 3 stop signs). One-eighth mile past the third stop sign is the main entrance on your right. Follow the entrance onto the campus. To your left will be a parking lot designated "Lot D". Please park in Lot D and enter the Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center building adjacent to the parking lot. Directional signs with the word "Road Scholar" with an arrow will be posted at US 30 and Union Road, Union Road and Retreat Center driveway.
	From the South (Indianapolis)	Donaldson, Indiana is located approximately 125 miles northwest of Indianapolis, Indiana. Follow US 31 northbound to US 30 westbound. Continue on US 30 for 8 miles turning south onto Union Road (marked by Ancilla College, Donaldson, and Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center directional signs) Take US 30 westbound to Union Road (marked by Ancilla College, Donaldson and Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center directional signs), proceed south on Union Road for approximately 2 miles (you will go through 3 stop signs). One-eighth mile past the third stop sign is the main entrance on your right. Follow the entrance onto the campus. To your left will be a parking lot designated "Lot D". Please park in Lot D and enter the Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center building adjacent to the parking lot. Directional signs with the word "Road Scholar" with an arrow will be posted at US 30 and Union Road, Union Road and Retreat Center driveway.
	From the West (Chicago, Gary, Valparaiso)	Donaldson, Indiana is located approximately 90 miles east of Chicago, Illinois; approximately 40 miles east of Valparaiso, Indiana. Follow US 30 eastbound to Union Road (marked by Ancilla College, Donaldson, and Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center directional signs) Take US 30 westbound to Union Road (marked by Ancilla College, Donaldson and Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center directional signs), proceed south on Union Road for approximately 2 miles (you will go through 3 stop signs). One-eighth mile past the third stop sign is the main entrance on your right. Follow the entrance onto the campus. To your left will be a parking lot designated "Lot D". Please park in Lot D and enter the Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center building adjacent to the parking lot. Directional signs with the word "Road Scholar" with an arrow will be posted at US 30 and Union Road, Union Road and Retreat Center driveway.

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The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.

Daily Schedule

Day 1:

Arrival/Orientation
(Sunday, June 24)

Afternoon:	Plan to arrive between 3:30-5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Dinner:	A light evening meal from the cafeteria in the main dining room.
Evening:	Welcome, orientation, "getting to know you."

Accommodations:	Lindenwood Villa
Meals Included:	Dinner

Day 2:

(Monday, June 25)

Breakfast:	Full breakfast from the cafeteria in the main dining room.
Morning:	Morning sessions on Tai Chi, Are We Really What We Eat, or Acupressure for Good Health.
Lunch:	Large noon meal from the cafeteria in the main dining room. The noon meal is the main meal of the day. Some free time after noon meal.
Afternoon:	Afternoon sessions on Tai Chi, Are We Really What We Eat, or Acupressure for Good Health.
Dinner:	Light supper from the cafeteria in the main dining room.
Evening:	Evening fun activity.

Accommodations:	Lindenwood Villa
Meals Included:	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3:

(Tuesday, June 26)

Breakfast:	Full breakfast from the cafeteria in the main dining room.
Morning:	Morning sessions on Tai Chi, Are We Really What We Eat, or Acupressure for Good Health.
Lunch:	Large noon meal from the cafeteria in the main dining room. The noon meal is the main meal of the day. Some free time after noon meal.
Afternoon:	Afternoon sessions on Tai Chi, Are We Really What We Eat, or Acupressure for Good Health.
Dinner:	Light supper from the cafeteria in the main dining room.
Evening:	Evening fun activity.

Accommodations:	Lindenwood Villa
Meals Included:	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4:

(Wednesday, June 27)

Breakfast:	Full breakfast from the cafeteria in the main dining room.
Morning:	Morning sessions on Tai Chi, Are We Really What We Eat, or Acupressure for Good Health.
Lunch:	Large noon meal from the cafeteria in the main dining room. The noon meal is the main meal of the day. Some free time after noon meal.
Afternoon:	Free afternoon. You are welcome to go sight-seeing on your own of the surrounding area. Brochures will be provided of local interests.
Dinner:	Light supper from the cafeteria in the main dining room.
Evening:	Evening fun activity.

Accommodations:	Lindenwood Villa
Meals Included:	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5:

(Thursday, June 28)

Breakfast:	Full breakfast from the cafeteria in the main dining room.
Morning:	Morning sessions on Tai Chi, Are We Really What We Eat, or Acupressure for Good Health.
Lunch:	Large noon meal from the cafeteria in the main dining room. The noon meal is the main meal of the day. Some free time after noon meal.
Afternoon:	Afternoon sessions on Tai Chi, Are We Really What We Eat, or Acupressure for Good Health.
Dinner:	Light supper from the cafeteria in the main dining room.
Evening:	Entertainment - to be determined.

Accommodations:	Lindenwood Villa
Meals Included:	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6:

Breakfast/Departure
(Friday, June 29)

Breakfast:	Full breakfast from the cafeteria in the main dining room.
Morning:	You are free to leave any time after the morning breakfast.

Meals Included:

Breakfast

Important information about your itinerary: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information featured on this website. Itineraries are based on our best information at this time. Circumstances beyond our control may require us to adjust itineraries or other details. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Information will be sent to you from your Program Provider approximately three weeks prior to the program start date. The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.

You can't find a better value than Road Scholar.

As a not-for-profit organization, we are dedicated to providing all-inclusive educational programs at great value. From lectures to gratuities to field trips to accommodations - the tuition you pay up front is all that you pay.

Specifically, this program includes:

5 nights accommodations
14 meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
Expert-led lectures: 15
Expert-led lectures

Led by one or more of our world-class instructors, typically in a classroom setting, lectures come in the form of presentations, discussions or workshops and offer expert insight into your area of study.
Hands-on experiences: 14
Hands-on experiences

Learn by doing in these "hands-on" activities directed by an expert.

Plus these special experiences...

Discover the benefits of Tai Chi which helps reduce stress and a variety of other health conditions.
Learn acupressure techniques so you can employ them at home.
Learn how simple practices of eating conscioulsy can improve your nutrition and appreciation of the food you eat.
Fun evening activities (may or may not be related to topic) available Mon. - Wed. There will be entertainment on Thurs. evening to complete the week.

View the Daily Schedule to see more

And included with all Road Scholar programs:

Learning led by expert instructors who are authorities in the field of study.
An experienced Group Leader attuned to the needs of Road Scholar participants.
Customary gratuities throughout the program that you would normally pay yourself.
The Road Scholar Travel Assistance Plan, providing 24-hour-a-day emergency assistance coverage.
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