Mount Madonna Center located in the Santa Cruz mountains midway between Watsonville and Gilroy, atop Mount Madonna with a spectacular view of all Monterey Bay. The center has 355 acres of open meadows and redwood forests including hiking trails, volleyball, tennis and basketball courts, a small lake for swimming, a hot tub, a gymnasium and massage and steam-bath facilities. Although it is recommended that participants stay at the facility, an option for commuters is available. Heather MacTavish or Zubin Balsara at New Rhythms Foundation for more information and registration materials. Total cost of accommodation and food for the entire workshop.
Meals are vegetarian.
Delightful ambiance and setting. The atmosphere is peaceful and the setting beautiful, from the magnificent vista of the bay to the surrounding redwoods hillsides to the craftsmanship and style of the buildings themselves. Mount Madonna offers various options for your accommodation. 220 Participants are encouraged to bring drums and small percussion instruments, extra drums and percussion will be provided on request. Three unit semester credits are available through Chapman University for an extra fee.