Meet the Facilitators

Lakshmi Devi has been a pioneer on the leading edge of personal growth and transformation for more than 35 years.  A certified teacher of yoga and meditation since 1974, she is also a certified ‘Phoenix Rising’ yoga therapist a certified tantra educator, and life coach, leading workshops, classes, and private sessions.  She is a dynamic facilitator, known for her powerful ability to  awaken others to the Magic of their Being, bringing ever greater Aliveness, Joy, healing and connection into their lives and into the world.

Arek Tarasiewicz  - a visionary, artist, yoga teacher, musician and a businessman, has been following the path to self-realization that evolved through the teachings of Kriya Yoga, hindu master Osho, and the wisdom of Abraham. His favorite activities to participate in and share with others include ecstatic dancing, shamanic drumming, didgeridoo meditations and partner yoga. The Celebrate Life Retreat evolved directly from Arek's vision of bringing friends to his most favorite place on Earth, Hale Akua Farm on Maui. Arek brings to the retreat his open and loving heart, seeing the Divine in all things and in all people and helping them see it for themselves.

Sarah Tarasiewicz - is a gifted Reiki Master and healer, guiding people towards ever greater wholeness and well-being through her teachings and private sessions. To any experience she brings laughter and light. Trained in the ways of yoga, chi gong and energy medicine, she is an organizer of amazing gatherings. Sarah has explored the magical island on many trips and has lived there for a time. To this retreat Sarah imparts a sense of adventure as well as a grounding force. Hakomi trained, she conveys a gentle sense of wonder, assisting others on their transformational journeys. Be sure to get many of her hugs as they are incredible.