The upcoming session in Miami Beach, Florida is for women of all ages and backgrounds. We’re fond of saying the only prerequisites are an adventurous mind and an adventurous spirit because we know how much you’ll appreciate the intellectual and spiritual depth we offer through classes, workshops, prayer and camaraderie. Want to take a break and enjoy the beach? Go snorkeling? Take a sunset cruise? Check out the spa? You can do that too. Like every other session we run, the atmosphere is open and nonjudgmental, and you’ll be sharing the experience with women – like yourself – who have set aside time to study and experience the finer things in life.

Scroll down for featured lecturers, accommodations, travel, information for local residents, and registration. If you have any questions or need assistance making arrangements to attend, email us or call 800.473.4801 (718.604.0088 for outside US or Canada).

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Rabbi Manis Friedman, Bais Chana’s primary lecturer, is a gifted educator – an internationally acclaimed lecturer, social philosopher, author and counselor. Friedman’s compelling worldview comes from Torah, Kabbala and Chassidut, and with his trademark wit and wisdom, he’ll challenge our assumptions about Judaism, spirituality and G-d. With over thirty-five years in the classroom and on the lecture floor, a profound knowledge of the soul and psyche, and a crystal clear perspective on life today, Friedman is one of the most riveting teachers you’ll have the pleasure to study with.

Malka Touger is a world renowned teacher and lecturer whose insights on marriage and the role of the Jewish woman have attracted and inspired women and men on all seven continents. Drawn in by Touger’s authenticity and infectious enthusiasm for Jewish study, students commonly describe her presentations with superlatives – and always walk away enriched. Touger has authored and co-authored several best-selling books in both English and Hebrew; created educational videos in both languages; and produced a series of audiotapes on intimacy in marriage. You’re sure to enjoy her.

Shimonah Tzukernik is the founder and director of OMEK, a center devoted to in-depth transformational learning for women. She is also a course-writer for the Jewish Learning Institute, the largest institute of adult learning of its kind, operating in over 200 cities. Using her degree in Fine Arts, English and Linguistics, Shimona has spear headed numerous workshops, including the acclaimed Inner Vision Seminar. She has been a guest lecturer for the UJA, Young Israel, Hadassah, synagogue sisterhoods and Chabad Houses around the world.

Freidy Yanover is a brilliant and stimulating teacher, not one to shy away from some of the toughest material in the canon of Chassidic and Kabbalistic writings. Yanover will make you think deeply about some very lofty concepts – and then bring you right back down to earth with personal take-home lessons. Her morning sessions will focus on physical and emotional healing through the soul; her afternoon sessions will be an exploration of text to spur a deeper, more meaningful relationship with others, and with G-d. Sharpen your pencil, you’ll want to take good notes.

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Interested in a session for couples, (married and engaged) Jan 8-11, 2009? immediately preceding this women's retreat.

The Alexander Oceanfront Resort
The Alexander All-Suite Oceanfront Resort on Miami Beach, Florida, is best known for its intimacy and exclusivity. Guests are welcomed into the hotel’s warm, West Indies-Caribbean décor, while a regal staircase spirals to the mezzanine level where restaurants, meeting rooms and outdoor recreation await. At the Gianfranco Salon and Spa, skillful stylists, estheticians and massage therapists deliver the highest quality of products and the highest quality of service. The Alexander also has a fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment.

Guestrooms
The Alexander Hotel's individual suites offer guests luxury and privacy with expansive floor plans ranging from 1,000 sq. ft. to 1,250 sq. ft. Each suite is distinctively furnished and all have terraces that offer magnificent views of either Miami's Intracoastal Waterway or the Atlantic Ocean and the beach. All suites provide full living and dining rooms, fully equipped kitchens, two bathrooms and various personal service amenities. Suites are comfortably shared by 3 or 4 women.

Rates
Attend any or all days of the retreat. Rates are per night and include hotel accommodations, meals, classes and workshops; the full retreat is 4 nights. An application fee of $50 must be paid at the time of registration.
To qualify for a 10% discount, register by December 11, 2008.
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Application Fee: $50
Rates include overnight accommodations, all classes and workshops, and three meals daily:
Double Occupancy: $255/night
Triple Occupancy: $215/night
Quad Occupancy: $185/night
Private Room: $355/night

All rooms are large suites, 1,000 to 1,250 sq. ft., with two baths and full kitchens.
On your application form please include the women you’ll be sharing with in order to qualify for triple and quad rates.
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Official check-in is at 3 pm; if you arrive early the hotel will put your luggage in a secure place until your room is ready. Check-out is at 12 noon. You’ll need to make sure to remove all your belongings from your room by that time on the day you leave to avoid being charged for an extra night.

By Plane
Fly into Miami Airport (airport code MIA) or Fort Lauderdale (airport code FLL) and take a shuttle, taxi or rented car to the hotel. If you’re arriving on Friday, make plans to arrive as early in the day as you can to avoid the afternoon rush.

Although check-in is at 3 pm, the hotel will make every effort to get you into your room as soon as it’s available. If your room is not ready, your luggage will be stored safely for you.

Distance From Airports
The Alexander is 15 minutes from Miami International Airport (MIA) and 40 minutes from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL).

Local Residents
If you are a local resident and do not need overnight accommodations, classes are $15 per person, lunch is $18 per person and dinner is $28 per person. To make a reservation for babysitting, or for lunch or dinner, call 917.364.2754 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it at least two days before.

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