A jet ski steers away from a crashing wave during a big wave surfing session at Praia do Norte, or North Beach, in Nazare, Portugal. AP Photo
A jet ski steers away from a crashing wave during a big wave surfing session at Praia do Norte, or North Beach, in Nazare, Portugal. AP Photo
A woman holds a portrait of Russian president Vladimir Putin with a bloody hand on his face as members of the Ukrainian community protest in front of the Consulate General of the Russian Federation. AFP
A woman holds a portrait of Russian president Vladimir Putin with a bloody hand on his face as members of the Ukrainian community protest in front of the Consulate General of the Russian Federation. AFP
Jasmine Flury of Switzerland in action during the women's Downhill race at the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup in Crans-Montana, Switzerland. EPA
Jasmine Flury of Switzerland in action during the women's Downhill race at the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup in Crans-Montana, Switzerland. EPA
René Casselly and Kathrin Menzinger perform on stage during the 1st show of the 15th season of the television competition show "Let's Dance" at MMC Studios in Cologne, Germany. Getty Images
René Casselly and Kathrin Menzinger perform on stage during the 1st show of the 15th season of the television competition show "Let's Dance" at MMC Studios in Cologne, Germany. Getty Images
French actor and host for the ceremony, Antoine de Caunes pays tribute to the late French actor Jean-Paul Belmondo, seen on the screen, during the 47th annual Cesar Awards ceremony at the Olympia Music Hall in Paris, France. The awards are presented by the French 'Academie des Arts et Techniques du Cinema' (Academy of Cinema Arts and Techniques). EPA
French actor and host for the ceremony, Antoine de Caunes pays tribute to the late French actor Jean-Paul Belmondo, seen on the screen, during the 47th annual Cesar Awards ceremony at the Olympia Music Hall in Paris, France. The awards are presented by the French 'Academie des Arts et Techniques du Cinema' (Academy of Cinema Arts and Techniques). EPA
Models wear creations as part of the Palm Angels Fall/Winter 2022-2023 fashion collection, unveiled during the Fashion Week in Milan, Italy. AP Photo
Models wear creations as part of the Palm Angels Fall/Winter 2022-2023 fashion collection, unveiled during the Fashion Week in Milan, Italy. AP Photo
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Daniil Medvedev of Russia during a Mexican Tennis Tournament semifinal match in Acapulco, Mexico. EPA
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Daniil Medvedev of Russia during a Mexican Tennis Tournament semifinal match in Acapulco, Mexico. EPA
A Polish border guard assists refugees from Ukraine as they arrive to Poland at the Korczowa border crossing, Poland. AP Photo
A Polish border guard assists refugees from Ukraine as they arrive to Poland at the Korczowa border crossing, Poland. AP Photo

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February 26, 2022

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Dates for the diary

To mark Bodytree’s 10th anniversary, the coming season will be filled with celebratory activities:

  • September 21 Anyone interested in becoming a certified yoga instructor can sign up for a 250-hour course in Yoga Teacher Training with Jacquelene Sadek. It begins on September 21 and will take place over the course of six weekends.
  • October 18 to 21 International yoga instructor, Yogi Nora, will be visiting Bodytree and offering classes.
  • October 26 to November 4 International pilates instructor Courtney Miller will be on hand at the studio, offering classes.
  • November 9 Bodytree is hosting a party to celebrate turning 10, and everyone is invited. Expect a day full of free classes on the grounds of the studio.
  • December 11 Yogeswari, an advanced certified Jivamukti teacher, will be visiting the studio.
  • February 2, 2018 Bodytree will host its 4th annual yoga market.
While you're here
Know before you go
  • Jebel Akhdar is a two-hour drive from Muscat airport or a six-hour drive from Dubai. It’s impossible to visit by car unless you have a 4x4. Phone ahead to the hotel to arrange a transfer.
  • If you’re driving, make sure your insurance covers Oman.
  • By air: Budget airlines Air Arabia, Flydubai and SalamAir offer direct routes to Muscat from the UAE.
  • Tourists from the Emirates (UAE nationals not included) must apply for an Omani visa online before arrival at evisa.rop.gov.om. The process typically takes several days.
  • Flash floods are probable due to the terrain and a lack of drainage. Always check the weather before venturing into any canyons or other remote areas and identify a plan of escape that includes high ground, shelter and parking where your car won’t be overtaken by sudden downpours.

 

Updated: February 26, 2022, 1:40 PM`