The Boulders Blog http://blog.theboulders.com Just another WordPress weblog Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:08:04 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Mindfulness Group Meditation at the Golden Door Spa at The Boulders http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2012/01/27/mindfulness-group-meditation-at-the-golden-door-spa-at-the-boulders/ http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2012/01/27/mindfulness-group-meditation-at-the-golden-door-spa-at-the-boulders/#comments Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:08:04 +0000 Cassie C http://blog.theboulders.com/?p=633 Join Buddhist Monk, Bhante Sujatha, when he returns to the Golden Door Spa at The Boulders Resort for the Mindfulness Group Meditation on Sunday, January 29 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.  $65 per person.  Private sessions are also available Monday, January 30 from 1:00 PM to 3:15 PM. 

Reservations can be made by calling the Golden Door Spa at 480.359.5038.

The Golden Door Spa at The Boulders is a 33,000 sq. ft spa where guests find restoration, pampering and renewed energy.  The facility incorporates the elements of feng shui and the Zen-like ambiance of the original Golden Door while staying true to the natural environs and Native American influences of The Boulders. Its 24 treatment spaces are complemented by such signature elements as a labyrinth (path to tranquility), an authentic Tipi for guided meditation and a Golden Door affirmation rock for individual guest reflection.

]]> http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2012/01/27/mindfulness-group-meditation-at-the-golden-door-spa-at-the-boulders/feed/ 0 New Golf Programs this Spring at The Boulders Resort http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2012/01/25/new-golf-programs-this-spring-at-the-boulders-resort/ http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2012/01/25/new-golf-programs-this-spring-at-the-boulders-resort/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:09:22 +0000 Cassie C http://blog.theboulders.com/?p=626 The Boulders Golf Academy has introduced two new programs this season.  The Boulders Family Golfers Guide is for families, new golfers, or those interested in improving their approach shots.  Participants play the new and innovative “Pebble Tees” with hole lengths between 60 and 200 yards.  The three hour program includes full swing, chipping and pitching instruction and play on the “Pebble Tees”.  The Boulders Club is offering this program for $420 for one player, $240 per person for two players and $170 per person for three players.

The Boulders Bonus Golf Series is for the avid golfer interested in building consistency.  The series includes seven visits, four golf lessons and three free supervised “tune-ups”.  The Boulders Club is offering this program for $250 per person.

For more information, please call The Boulders Club at 480.488.9028 or email Golf Magazine’s Top 100 Teacher in America and The Boulders Golf Pro, Donald Crawley, at Donald.Crawley@WaldorfAstoria.com.

]]> http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2012/01/25/new-golf-programs-this-spring-at-the-boulders-resort/feed/ 0 Balance and Mobility Small Group Training at the Golden Door Spa at The Boulders http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2012/01/19/balance-and-mobility-small-group-training-at-the-golden-door-spa/ http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2012/01/19/balance-and-mobility-small-group-training-at-the-golden-door-spa/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 23:36:13 +0000 Cassie C http://blog.theboulders.com/?p=622 The goal of Balance and Mobility Training is to reduce an individual’s risk of falling and increase their functional strength and mobility. This is accomplished in a safe small group setting by incorporating specific exercises designed by Debra Rose, PhD at California State University, for the use in adult balance and mobility settings. Karen Janusz, trainer, is a Certified Balance and Mobility Trainer. Janusz incorporates the core components in her training, which include: * Center of gravity control training, * Multisensory training, * Postural strategy training, * Gait pattern enhancement and variation training, * Strength and flexibility training.

Training sessions are Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 2:00 PM and is limited to six people per session. Before starting the group sessions, each individual must go through a Private Balance Assessment to determine health and/or risk factors to be addressed during training. The fee for the Balance Assessment is $70. The fee for each Group Session is $35 per person.

Reserve your spot by calling the Golden Door Spa at 480.359.5038.

]]> http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2012/01/19/balance-and-mobility-small-group-training-at-the-golden-door-spa/feed/ 0 Group Shamanic Experience at the Golden Door Spa at The Boulders http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2011/12/01/group-shamanic-experience-at-the-golden-door-spa-at-the-boulders/ http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2011/12/01/group-shamanic-experience-at-the-golden-door-spa-at-the-boulders/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:36:08 +0000 Cassie C http://blog.theboulders.com/?p=615 Aligning with Worlds of Grandmother Earth

Sunday, January 8 at 11:30 AM 
Sunday, February 5 at 11:30 AM
Sunday, March 4 at 11:30 AM

In this group experience, you will learn about the mineral, plant, animal, human and spirit world and how they relate to our physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and life force aspects.  Then enjoy a ceremonial nature walk to discover a totem or ally from one or more of these worlds that will guide you in your everyday life.  90 minutes, $30 per person.  Reservations can be made by calling the Golden Door Spa at 480.359.5038.

Our 33,000-square-foot spa offers stimulating revitalization through the art of massage, the science of facials, and refreshing services. Beautifully infused with ingredients from the desert environment, therapies created over 50 years ago from the original Golden Door are expertly applied. This luxurious spa offers everything you need for soul-stirring renewal in the Scottsdale area.

]]> http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2011/12/01/group-shamanic-experience-at-the-golden-door-spa-at-the-boulders/feed/ 0 The Golden Door Spa at The Boulders adds a new Lunch & Lecture program http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2011/11/29/the-golden-door-spa-at-the-boulders-adds-a-new-lunch-lecture-program/ http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2011/11/29/the-golden-door-spa-at-the-boulders-adds-a-new-lunch-lecture-program/#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:52:52 +0000 Cassie C http://blog.theboulders.com/?p=608 The Golden Door Spa at The Boulders Resort, continues to add healthy programs for locals and resort guests.  The spa’s resident nutritionist will be offering classes monthly on healthy eating. The Lunch & Lecture topics include:

December 10- Holiday Fun with Food for Pre-Diabetics and Diabetics
Diabetes has increased to epidemic proportions in this country. Learn how to manage your diabetes while putting the fun back into your holidays with health tips, food choices and food preparation designed to keep your body in balance.

January 14– Weight Management Strategies for the New Year
Kick start your New Year’s Resolution to lose weight and enjoy delicious, healthy foods as you shed pounds. Learn how our own spa Chef lost 110 lbs. while cooking wonderfully, delicious food every day. Find your ideal calorie balance needed to achieve your optimum weight goal, food choices, preparation guidelines and tricks to keep your foods healthy, low-calorie, and delicious!

February 11- Gluten-free Eating
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects nearly one in every hundred people. Unfortunately 97 percent remain undiagnosed and untreated. If you or someone you know suffers from symptoms of gluten intolerance, with gastrointestinal complaints, fatigue, headaches, joint pain, anemia or itchy skin, it may be a symptom of gluten intolerance. Learn easy ways to prepare tasty gluten-free foods and start getting your life back.

 March 10- Detoxification for Health and Healing
Symptoms of toxicity include a variety of ailments including; allergies, sinusitis, fatigue, headaches, poor metabolism, colds, digestive problems and many others. Learn how toxins affect the liver and long-term health. Then, watch and learn how to prepare and enjoy nourishing, detoxifying juices and foods. Taste the freshness and purity of whole foods.

April 14- Vegetarian/Vegan Health
Vegetarians tend to maintain a lower and healthier weight than non-vegetarians, have lower blood pressure, less heart disease and cancer than the general population. Learn the unique qualities of a vegetarian/vegan diet and how to prepare the foods to insure adequate nutrition for optimal health.

The cost is $85.00 person and reservations can be made by calling the Golden Door Spa at 480.359.5038.

 
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The Boulders, consistently ranked among the top golf resorts in the country, has created two new faster-play golf courses.  The Boulders’ famed North and South courses will offer nine holes of play respectively. The courses are perfect for busy executives who have only an hour to spare or less experienced golfers who do not want to tackle 18 holes.  The new courses feature yardages of 100 to 200 yards and were created by installing new “pebble tees.” 

The short courses will be available for play in the afternoons only and the rates for the short courses start at $65 during peak season (January-May).  Call 480.359.4794 or visit www.theboulders.com/world_class_golf.

]]> http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2011/11/18/the-boulders-resort-introduces-two-new-short-courses/feed/ 0 Thanksgiving “To Go” at the Bakery Cafe at el Pedregal at The Boulders http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2011/11/17/thanksgiving-%e2%80%9cto-go%e2%80%9d-at-the-bakery-cafe-at-el-pedregal-at-the-boulders/ http://blog.theboulders.com/index.php/2011/11/17/thanksgiving-%e2%80%9cto-go%e2%80%9d-at-the-bakery-cafe-at-el-pedregal-at-the-boulders/#comments Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:48:43 +0000 Cassie C http://blog.theboulders.com/?p=589 Looking for a pre-ordered holiday favorite this Thanksgiving?  You’re in luck!  The Bakery Cafe’s pastry Chef, Joel Gonzalez, is preparing for a bustling holiday season offering the busy baker in your home a selection of six pre-ordered goodies in preparation for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday including:

  • Roasted Pumpkin Pie-pumpkin custard, Sweet Pastry Crust, and Cinnamon Vanilla Whip Cream
  • Sweet Potato Pecan Pie- Caramel Sweet Potato Filling Spiked with Bourbon
  • Chocolate Cranberry Mousse Torte- Blackout Chocolate Cake, White Chocolate Cranberry Mousse and Dark Chocolate Ganache
  • Apple Walnut Upside Down Cake- Caramelized Apples, Holiday Spice and Walnut Streusel Crust
  • Maple Mascarpone Cheesecake- Chocolate Gingersnap Cracker Crust and Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze
  • Spiced Rum Raisin Brownies with Chocolate Coconut Almond Frosting

Item range in price from $15.00-$25.00 and all orders must be placed by November 21st before 5pm.  So save yourself some time this holiday season and savor the flavors the Bakery Cafe has to offer!

For more information please call the Bakery Café at 480-488-4100 or visit the website at www.elpedregal.com

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Fidel says, “I create visual excitement in my work by combining geometric imagery that is rooted in the mystical/occult teachings, with brush strokes that typify expressive abstract paintings.  The object of my work is to go beyond the realm of the singular to the realm of the universal; the range of dynamics that inhabits each person.  Some, that are peaceful and orderly and others that are more dynamic and aggressive.  I am an artist that is in love with the process of creating.”      

Fidel is known for her abstracts, oils, encaustic, endangered/exploited species, flight, mixed media, creation of the word triptych, and portrait of an artist series.  Fidel is engaged in an ongoing process of experimentation and exploration, to discover innovative ways to capture the viewer in a visual experience that is both “unique and timeless, immediate and transcendent,” she says.

Born in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Fidel began her art education in Brazil, later studying in the United States at many schools throughout Los Angeles, San Francisco, Phoenix and Scottsdale.  Fidel’s works have been displayed in exhibits including the Grossman Gallery Annual Show-Sao Paulo, Brazil; Affaire in the Garden -Beverly Hills, CA;  Artisimo-Scottsdale, AZ, and the Celebration of Fine Art-San Francisco, CA; among others. 

Her work has been awarded by the Holocaust Survivors’ Association in 1994, Arte Latino en la Ciudad V-The Phoenix Center for Community Arts in 1999, the National Anti Vivisection Society in 2007 and the Art Alliance in 2008.

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One minute a day for the BEST skin of your life.

The Clarisonic Cleansing System and Opal Sonic Infusion System have both been introduced to all facial services in this month at the Golden Door Spa at The Boulders!  We want you to be up-to-date and in-the-know about the latest and greatest in skin cleansing.

Research shows that Clarisonic Facial Cleansing does the following:  removes 6 times more makeup than manual cleansing; leads to 61% greater absorption of Vitamin C when compared to manual cleansing; helps improve the appearance of skin tone, texture, elasticity and firmness in mature skin; makes skin look and feel softer, smoother and healthier; is safe and gentle enough to use twice a day.

AND when using the Opal Sonic Infusion (for the eye area) 87% of women found an immediate reduction of the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; twice daily use of Clarisonic Opal reduced the appearance of aging skin around the eye and leads to brighter, younger and healthier looking skin; increased skin hydration and gentle enough for daily use; and consistent use of the Clarisonic Opal leads to noticeably firmer skin.

These great facial tools are NOW being utilized in ALL facials provided at the Golden Door Spa at The Boulders.

To schedule your facial at the Golden Door Spa, please call 480-595-3500.  We look forward to providing you a Clarisonic Experience!

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Promise Rock

Discovered by The Boulders but created by nature, Promise Rock in the Sonoran Desert foothills is a uniquely beautiful site premiering this spring for couples entering life’s most important union—marriage.  The eternal strength and grace of the 12-million-year-old boulders provide a rock solid foundation while a stunning waterfall signifies the abundance of love and intensity of emotion the bond of marriage evokes.  Even flora and fauna seem to celebrate the joy of nuptials as prickly pear cactus bloom in rich colors, newborn rabbits scamper across the grassy knoll and families of quail scurry among the saguaro cactus. 

The entrance of Promise Rock is marked with a welcoming gate, constructed of natural latillas, (“little sticks”) and adorned with blossoming rosebush vines spilling over with color. The Boulders’ commissioned rock art, of a couple holding hands, is reminiscent of an ancient petroglyph and affirms the honor of marriage throughout civilization. Even the “his & her” saguaro cactus overseeing the venue, symbolize nature’s partnership.  When couples exchange their vows in front of Promise Rock, it’s as if history itself is blessing the union. 

Michael Hoffmann, The Boulders’ Managing Director, the visionary who found the spot for Promise Rock, designed the venue and oversaw its transformation into one of the most extraordinary event sites anywhere in the world.  The stirringly romantic occasion of marriage was his inspiration. “The Sonoran Desert is exquisitely magical and I was compelled to create the most ideal spot in this natural paradise for two people starting their lives together.  I can think of no better way to celebrate the excitement of marriage and honor its importance,” said Hoffmann.

The wedding site is elevated 2,288 ft. above ground level providing extraordinary artist-brushed pink sunset views and panoramic vistas of the valley below.  The lush green manicured meadow is a unique “desert bouquet” and can accommodate up to 250 people for a wedding ceremony.  Wedding guests will get a true bird’s eye view of the glorious desert, including a peek of the emerald green fairways of The Boulders pristine golf course. 

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