EARTH AND SKY YOGA RETREAT
SEPTEMBER 14-16 2018 NEAR SHADES STATE PARK
EARTH AND SKY YOGA RETREAT
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RESTORE AND EXPLORE . . WANDER AND WONDER
JOIN US FOR THIS AMAZING RETREAT!
DON'T DELAY, ONLY 2 SPOTS REMAINING!!! Once they are gone you can request to be on the waitlist!
YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS ARE SURROUNDED BY NATURE! The Log Cabin and Farmhouse cottage are surrounded by thousands of acres of pristine wilderness. You can walk right into Shades State Park and Pine Hills Nature Preserve for 6,000 acres of unspoiled beauty and hiking. Star gazing and bird-watching are highly recommended! The farm house has an open field and a huge garden!
*The Rustic Log Cabin can accommodate 8-10 people in three bedrooms with a modern kitchen and two updated baths. For this retreat we will limit the number to 5-6 people in the log cabin. There is a cozy fireplace, yoga loft, wrap around porch, and a large 24 x 24 patio for lounging and stargazing in one of the darkest spots in the Midwest.
*The Farmhouse can accommodate 8 people in 2 bedrooms with a modern kitchen and two full baths. For this retreat we will limit that number to 5-6 people. There is a gorgeous wood burning stove and a 16 x 12 screened porch with plenty of room to stretch out.
If the these two spaces fill up we will add one more huge old farmhouse to accommodate 5-7 more people!
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Great News!!!! We just added Maples Farm to accommodate the great response and we have three spots left . After that, we are full so don't wait to get your application in!
We will also have access to a yoga pavilion with beautiful evening lights and draping to keep the bugs at bay!
Each day will begin with optional yoga, breakfast, hiking, exploring or just relaxing in the beautiful setting. We are watching the weather for our special meditative walk (Shinrin-Yoku) and exploration of edible and medicinal wild plants led by the knowledgeable Naturopathic doctor Gabriel! Turkey Run State Park is nearby for those who want to venture out. Each evening will wind down with relaxing yoga after dinner and a beautiful campfire to sit around with friends and new acquaintances.
We will also have access to a yoga pavilion with beautiful evening lights and draping to keep the bugs at bay!
Each day will begin with optional yoga, breakfast, hiking, exploring or just relaxing in the beautiful setting. We are watching the weather for our special meditative walk (Shinrin-Yoku) and exploration of edible and medicinal wild plants led by the knowledgeable Naturopathic doctor Gabriel! Turkey Run State Park is nearby for those who want to venture out. Each evening will wind down with relaxing yoga after dinner and a beautiful campfire to sit around with friends and new acquaintances.
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Mario Sabrino Castrejon of Healing Sounds will join us on Saturday morning September 15, for a brief meditation followed by a short yoga class. He will combine his singing bowls as a part of the yoga practice. After yoga, Mario will take you on a 20 minute journey to experience the power of the singing bowls.
Mario has agreed to offer 6 private 30 minute sessions where he will focus on each individuals imbalances and use the healing vibration of specific bowls to release blocked energy channels. You will lie back, relax, and let the healing tones of the singing bowls bathe you in vibration and take you on a unique meditative healing journey. Each session will be $60. This will be on a first come, first serve basis so if you are interested please sign up and prepay, making checks payable to Mario. There will be other classes going on throughout the day and opportunities for seeking out whatever satisfies your senses. These 6 classes filled in two days! If you would like to be on the wait list, contact me at marlahelton@gmail.com!
Mario has agreed to offer 6 private 30 minute sessions where he will focus on each individuals imbalances and use the healing vibration of specific bowls to release blocked energy channels. You will lie back, relax, and let the healing tones of the singing bowls bathe you in vibration and take you on a unique meditative healing journey. Each session will be $60. This will be on a first come, first serve basis so if you are interested please sign up and prepay, making checks payable to Mario. There will be other classes going on throughout the day and opportunities for seeking out whatever satisfies your senses. These 6 classes filled in two days! If you would like to be on the wait list, contact me at marlahelton@gmail.com!
What’s Included?
~Lodging two nights lodging of your choice
~Morning and evening yoga
Depending on the weather we will meet in the yoga pavilion each morning and evening for multi level yoga classes.
~Yoga pavilion
This yoga pavilion has night time soft lighting as well as drapes to keep the bugs at bay.
~Two catered meals
Saturday dinner and Sunday lunch will be catered. The other meals will be pitch in style with each participant bringing something special to share!
~Shinrin-yoku
Naturapathic doctor Gabriel Fauquher will lead us on a meditative forest walk (shinrin-yoku) and introduce us to edible and medicinal native plants. We will learn to fully experience our surrounding
What’s not Included?
~Transportation
~Some meals
We will have a pitch in Friday night and each cabin will prepare their own breakfast and lunch. I will provide each cabin with eggs and a nice loaf of bread!
~Insurance
If you want insurance please be sure to let me know and I'll provide some options.
~Yoga props
I will have a few items to lend if you do not have props but most of you will need to provide your own.
~Lodging two nights lodging of your choice
~Morning and evening yoga
Depending on the weather we will meet in the yoga pavilion each morning and evening for multi level yoga classes.
~Yoga pavilion
This yoga pavilion has night time soft lighting as well as drapes to keep the bugs at bay.
~Two catered meals
Saturday dinner and Sunday lunch will be catered. The other meals will be pitch in style with each participant bringing something special to share!
~Shinrin-yoku
Naturapathic doctor Gabriel Fauquher will lead us on a meditative forest walk (shinrin-yoku) and introduce us to edible and medicinal native plants. We will learn to fully experience our surrounding
What’s not Included?
~Transportation
~Some meals
We will have a pitch in Friday night and each cabin will prepare their own breakfast and lunch. I will provide each cabin with eggs and a nice loaf of bread!
~Insurance
If you want insurance please be sure to let me know and I'll provide some options.
~Yoga props
I will have a few items to lend if you do not have props but most of you will need to provide your own.
Wondering about Meals???! Of course you are!
~Friday evening we will have a pitch-in dinner at the Log Cabin.
~Saturday and Sunday breakfast will be in the three separate kitchens at each place with your hostess, Marla providing 2 dozen eggs and a fresh loaf of bread for each kitchen and you can provide the rest.
~Lunch on Saturday will be at each separate kitchen and will basically be a pitch in.
~Saturday dinner we will be treated to a catered healthy vegetarian dinner by the talented owner of the retreat, Liza. She will prepare the dinner and even clean up afterwards so we can continue soaking in our surroundings!
~Sunday lunch will be prepared by Liza and we will help ourselves to the bounty and clean up afterwards! If you have special dietary needs please bring some of your own special items to make sure your meals are enjoyable and sustainable for you.
There will be freedom to take advantage of whatever you desire!
ABOUT YOUR HOSTESS MARLA HELTON
Practicing yoga for over 16 years and finding a growing desire to share it with others led Marla to a beautiful ashram in the mountains of Colorado where she completed her 200 hours of yoga teacher training at Shoshoni in 2013. Classically trained in Shambava yoga, Marla enjoys learning about all the disciplines of yoga and combining those to fit her own unique style of teaching. With over 400 hours of teacher training Marla’s current passion is yoga for healthy aging, yoga as therapy, and functional anatomy. Her well-aligned vision, both on and off of the mat, is supported by her clear ability to hold transformative space for all students. Marla is the owner and operator of Serendipity Yoga Studio in Greencastle IN. Please feel free to check out her facebook page serendipity yoga. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Marla at marlaheltonyoga@gmail.com.
For more information, click the green "BOOK NOW" button below!
Please note that all payments are final due to the nature of this booking. Everything has to be reserved several months out so if you need to cancel you have the option of finding someone to take your place but unfortunately, there will be no refunds.
~Friday evening we will have a pitch-in dinner at the Log Cabin.
~Saturday and Sunday breakfast will be in the three separate kitchens at each place with your hostess, Marla providing 2 dozen eggs and a fresh loaf of bread for each kitchen and you can provide the rest.
~Lunch on Saturday will be at each separate kitchen and will basically be a pitch in.
~Saturday dinner we will be treated to a catered healthy vegetarian dinner by the talented owner of the retreat, Liza. She will prepare the dinner and even clean up afterwards so we can continue soaking in our surroundings!
~Sunday lunch will be prepared by Liza and we will help ourselves to the bounty and clean up afterwards! If you have special dietary needs please bring some of your own special items to make sure your meals are enjoyable and sustainable for you.
There will be freedom to take advantage of whatever you desire!
ABOUT YOUR HOSTESS MARLA HELTON
Practicing yoga for over 16 years and finding a growing desire to share it with others led Marla to a beautiful ashram in the mountains of Colorado where she completed her 200 hours of yoga teacher training at Shoshoni in 2013. Classically trained in Shambava yoga, Marla enjoys learning about all the disciplines of yoga and combining those to fit her own unique style of teaching. With over 400 hours of teacher training Marla’s current passion is yoga for healthy aging, yoga as therapy, and functional anatomy. Her well-aligned vision, both on and off of the mat, is supported by her clear ability to hold transformative space for all students. Marla is the owner and operator of Serendipity Yoga Studio in Greencastle IN. Please feel free to check out her facebook page serendipity yoga. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Marla at marlaheltonyoga@gmail.com.
For more information, click the green "BOOK NOW" button below!
Please note that all payments are final due to the nature of this booking. Everything has to be reserved several months out so if you need to cancel you have the option of finding someone to take your place but unfortunately, there will be no refunds.
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SECOND ANNUAL WINTER WELLNESS RETREAT
JAN. 17-21 2019 TUCSON AZ
Second Annual
Winter Wellness Retreat
Tucson AZ
January 17-21, 2019
This retreat filled for 2018! Sign up soon for 2019!
Nourish your soul. . .soothe and stimulate your senses!
Rediscover yourself as you join Serendipity Yoga Studio for the second annual Winter Wellness Retreat in Tucson AZ!
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Leave all your cares behind on this journey as you. . . traverse new roads, meet new people, and explore new ways of being in your body and in the world.
Each day we will greet the morning with a varied practice of yoga, pranayama, and meditation and close most days the same way. Come deepen your yoga practice, expand your horizons, and take the time to experience balance and harmony. The first day will offer an introductory class on alignment and engagement to get everyone familiar with the teaching style we will incorporate throughout the retreat. Each day will offer at least one intermediate class with modifications for those newer to yoga!
Over the course of four days, you will have the opportunity to explore new friendships, take time for some self-care, fall in love with your yoga mat all over again, and leave Tucson feeling refreshed, re-energized, and restored.
Each day we will greet the morning with a varied practice of yoga, pranayama, and meditation and close most days the same way. Come deepen your yoga practice, expand your horizons, and take the time to experience balance and harmony. The first day will offer an introductory class on alignment and engagement to get everyone familiar with the teaching style we will incorporate throughout the retreat. Each day will offer at least one intermediate class with modifications for those newer to yoga!
Over the course of four days, you will have the opportunity to explore new friendships, take time for some self-care, fall in love with your yoga mat all over again, and leave Tucson feeling refreshed, re-energized, and restored.
You will have the opportunity to practice yoga daily, through a series of fun and dynamic flows designed for yogis of all levels and ages, that will allow you plenty of opportunity to both challenge yourself and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation.
We will offer an afternoon trip to Sabino Canyon for hiking and exploration. There are a couple other outings that are being explored so stay tuned!
LOCATION! Comfort Suites near Sabino Canyon just can't be beat! This spot is the perfect location with great restaurants, shopping, massage options as well as outdoor adventure! Comfort Suites is not your typical hotel . . . the setting is more hacienda style with fountains, a lovely pool and whirlpool and comfy updated rooms. We compared several other locations and kept coming back to Comfort Suites!
WHAT'S INCLUDED ?
+Yoga! (of course!) Each day will offer at least three multi level yoga classes
+Daily Breakfast Breakfast is included for those staying at the Comfort Suites
+Field Trips! One trip to Sabino Canyon for hiking and adventure
+FREEDOM! Feel free to attend any or all of the activities or take some
quiet time just for yourself!
+Meeting Room rental We will have reserved a meeting room Thursday through
Monday for our yoga classes
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
~Transportation Air fare and other transportation costs are not included
~Lodging Special rates are available at Comfort Suites, Sabino Canyon
Rooms start at $89 per night for a single suite. Contact
Comfort Suites, Sabino Canyon to book (520)298-2300. Ask for Serendipity Yoga Winter Wellness Retreat discount.
~Yoga Props Everyone will need to supply their own mats, blocks and strap
~Meals Lunch and dinner, breakfast is part of the hotel room cost
~Travel Insurance For those seeking insurance I will have a list of options available.
LOCATION! Comfort Suites near Sabino Canyon just can't be beat! This spot is the perfect location with great restaurants, shopping, massage options as well as outdoor adventure! Comfort Suites is not your typical hotel . . . the setting is more hacienda style with fountains, a lovely pool and whirlpool and comfy updated rooms. We compared several other locations and kept coming back to Comfort Suites!
WHAT'S INCLUDED ?
+Yoga! (of course!) Each day will offer at least three multi level yoga classes
+Daily Breakfast Breakfast is included for those staying at the Comfort Suites
+Field Trips! One trip to Sabino Canyon for hiking and adventure
+FREEDOM! Feel free to attend any or all of the activities or take some
quiet time just for yourself!
+Meeting Room rental We will have reserved a meeting room Thursday through
Monday for our yoga classes
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
~Transportation Air fare and other transportation costs are not included
~Lodging Special rates are available at Comfort Suites, Sabino Canyon
Rooms start at $89 per night for a single suite. Contact
Comfort Suites, Sabino Canyon to book (520)298-2300. Ask for Serendipity Yoga Winter Wellness Retreat discount.
~Yoga Props Everyone will need to supply their own mats, blocks and strap
~Meals Lunch and dinner, breakfast is part of the hotel room cost
~Travel Insurance For those seeking insurance I will have a list of options available.
CANCELLATION POLICY Of course no one wants to cancel but sometimes things happen!!! So please read this section carefully and keep in mind that some expenses involved in a retreat have to be paid several months in advance and the retreat is limited to only 16 participants. Your deposit is non refundable. Cancellations made 100 days prior to the retreat will be refunded 70%, cancellations made 45 prior to the retreat will receive a 40% refund and any cancellations made after 45 days will not be refunded.
ABOUT YOUR HOSTESS MARLA HELTON
Practicing yoga for over 16 years and finding a growing desire to share it with others led Marla to a beautiful ashram in the mountains of Colorado where she completed her 200 hours of yoga teacher training at Shoshoni in 2013. Classically trained in Shambava yoga, Marla enjoys learning about all the disciplines of yoga and combining those to fit her own unique style of teaching. With over 400 hours of teacher training Marla’s current passion is yoga for healthy aging, yoga as therapy, and functional anatomy. Her well-aligned vision, both on and off of the mat, is supported by her clear ability to hold transformative space for all students. Marla is the owner and operator of Serendipity Yoga Studio in Greencastle IN. Please feel free to check out her facebook page serendipity yoga. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Marla at marlaheltonyoga@gmail.com.
ABOUT YOUR HOSTESS MARLA HELTON
Practicing yoga for over 16 years and finding a growing desire to share it with others led Marla to a beautiful ashram in the mountains of Colorado where she completed her 200 hours of yoga teacher training at Shoshoni in 2013. Classically trained in Shambava yoga, Marla enjoys learning about all the disciplines of yoga and combining those to fit her own unique style of teaching. With over 400 hours of teacher training Marla’s current passion is yoga for healthy aging, yoga as therapy, and functional anatomy. Her well-aligned vision, both on and off of the mat, is supported by her clear ability to hold transformative space for all students. Marla is the owner and operator of Serendipity Yoga Studio in Greencastle IN. Please feel free to check out her facebook page serendipity yoga. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Marla at marlaheltonyoga@gmail.com.
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WELLNESS WARRIOR RETREAT MARCH 3-10 2019
COSTA RICA!
Only one openings left in this retreat! Sign up today!
JOIN US ON THE INSPIRING JOURNEY OF A LIFE TIME!
Experience a retreat that truly focuses on YOU. Release, Unwind and Discover the inner Warrior within you!
~ Enjoythe lush rainforests and tropical beaches of Costa Rica
~ Renew your connection to yourself while focusing on mindful movement, inner balance and infinite possibilities
~ Align with nature’s rhythm through inner exploration and outer adventure
~ Nourish your inner Warrior with play, yoga, meditation, hiking, adventure, delicious healthy food and friendship
Imagine staying at a magical retreat center that was featured on House Hunters International! Vida Asana Eco-Retreat and Yoga Center is located just 90 minutes from San Jose Airport in beautiful Playa Hermosa de Jaco, Costa Rica. The tropical setting between the rainforest and the ocean creates the perfect setting to explore and restore.
Experience a retreat that truly focuses on YOU. Release, Unwind and Discover the inner Warrior within you!
~ Enjoythe lush rainforests and tropical beaches of Costa Rica
~ Renew your connection to yourself while focusing on mindful movement, inner balance and infinite possibilities
~ Align with nature’s rhythm through inner exploration and outer adventure
~ Nourish your inner Warrior with play, yoga, meditation, hiking, adventure, delicious healthy food and friendship
Imagine staying at a magical retreat center that was featured on House Hunters International! Vida Asana Eco-Retreat and Yoga Center is located just 90 minutes from San Jose Airport in beautiful Playa Hermosa de Jaco, Costa Rica. The tropical setting between the rainforest and the ocean creates the perfect setting to explore and restore.
HERE'S WHAT'S INCLUDED
~ Yoga mats, straps, blocks and bolsters so you can pack light!
~3 fresh organic (whenever possible) vegetarian or pescatarian meals per
day with the exception of one group dinner in town where each participant will pay for their meal
~Multi-level morning and evening yoga classes which focus on honoring and empowering your body
~One afternoon will be dedicated to focus classes: 1) Alignment and Engagement and 2) The Warrior Within(advanced)
~One afternoon we will focus on chakras, ayurvedic and doshas
~Join us for a leisurely hike at Mirador, a local lookout point made from modern ruins and reclaimed by local artists. This hike gives you an opportunity to truly focus on the earth beneath your feet . . . feeling grounded and focused.
~Sangria Night (non-alcoholic beverages available)
~Access to the entire Vida Asana 1.5 acre facility
Featuring pool, jungle shala, hammocks, bikes to venture to the beach, lounge, gift shop,
restaurant, and gardens
~Concierge services (booking of tours, adventures, massages, transportation)
Anyone not wanting to participate in any of the group activities is free to explore the area! This is YOUR retreat!
NOT INCLUDED:
Airfare
Spa services
One meal in a neighboring town
Alcohol
Optional excursions (not listed above)
Gratuity
- ~ 7 nights lodging
~ Yoga mats, straps, blocks and bolsters so you can pack light!
~3 fresh organic (whenever possible) vegetarian or pescatarian meals per
day with the exception of one group dinner in town where each participant will pay for their meal
~Multi-level morning and evening yoga classes which focus on honoring and empowering your body
~One afternoon will be dedicated to focus classes: 1) Alignment and Engagement and 2) The Warrior Within(advanced)
~One afternoon we will focus on chakras, ayurvedic and doshas
~Join us for a leisurely hike at Mirador, a local lookout point made from modern ruins and reclaimed by local artists. This hike gives you an opportunity to truly focus on the earth beneath your feet . . . feeling grounded and focused.
~Sangria Night (non-alcoholic beverages available)
~Access to the entire Vida Asana 1.5 acre facility
Featuring pool, jungle shala, hammocks, bikes to venture to the beach, lounge, gift shop,
restaurant, and gardens
~Concierge services (booking of tours, adventures, massages, transportation)
Anyone not wanting to participate in any of the group activities is free to explore the area! This is YOUR retreat!
NOT INCLUDED:
Airfare
Spa services
One meal in a neighboring town
Alcohol
Optional excursions (not listed above)
Gratuity
ACCOMMODATIONS:
All rooms are equipped with AC, ceiling fans, mini-frig, private bathrooms, hot water and organic hair and body products and wifi. Occupancy is limited so get your reservation in to ensure room availability. All reservations are based on double occupancy. There are a couple rooms with triple occupancy but they are the same price. Single occupancy accommodations are already taken.
I KNOW SPACE IS LIMITED SO SIGN ME UP NOW!
Early Bird Special March 15-September 30, 2018: $1295 Non-refundable deposit of $175 due at time of booking. 50% of registration (minus deposit) is due by November 1, 2018, final payment must be made by December 1,2018
After October 1, 2018 (if space is still available): $1375 Non-refundable deposit of $175 due at time of booking.
50% of registration (minus deposit) is due by November 1, 2018, final payment must be made by December 1,2018
CANCELLATION POLICY
Once registered, in the unfortunate event that you have to cancel, a refund of 75% of your payment, less your deposit, will be refunded up to 90 days before the retreat begins. Please note that there will be no refunds or discounts for arriving late, leaving early, flight cancellations, travel delays, or illness. If you cancel your participation in a retreat for any reason, the cancellation policy will apply, with no exceptions. Unfortunately, costs already incurred to reserve the retreat center make this necessary. To insure yourself further, it is recommended you purchase travel insurance.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
All rooms are equipped with AC, ceiling fans, mini-frig, private bathrooms, hot water and organic hair and body products and wifi. Occupancy is limited so get your reservation in to ensure room availability. All reservations are based on double occupancy. There are a couple rooms with triple occupancy but they are the same price. Single occupancy accommodations are already taken.
I KNOW SPACE IS LIMITED SO SIGN ME UP NOW!
Early Bird Special March 15-September 30, 2018: $1295 Non-refundable deposit of $175 due at time of booking. 50% of registration (minus deposit) is due by November 1, 2018, final payment must be made by December 1,2018
After October 1, 2018 (if space is still available): $1375 Non-refundable deposit of $175 due at time of booking.
50% of registration (minus deposit) is due by November 1, 2018, final payment must be made by December 1,2018
CANCELLATION POLICY
Once registered, in the unfortunate event that you have to cancel, a refund of 75% of your payment, less your deposit, will be refunded up to 90 days before the retreat begins. Please note that there will be no refunds or discounts for arriving late, leaving early, flight cancellations, travel delays, or illness. If you cancel your participation in a retreat for any reason, the cancellation policy will apply, with no exceptions. Unfortunately, costs already incurred to reserve the retreat center make this necessary. To insure yourself further, it is recommended you purchase travel insurance.
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ABOUT YOUR HOSTESS MARLA HELTON
Practicing yoga for over 16 years and finding a growing desire to share it with others led Marla to a beautiful ashram in the mountains of Colorado where she completed her 200 hours of yoga teacher training at Shoshoni in 2013. Classically trained in Shambava yoga, Marla enjoys learning about all the disciplines of yoga and combining those to fit her own unique style of teaching. With over 400 hours of teacher training Marla’s current passion is yoga for healthy aging, yoga as therapy, and functional anatomy. Her well-aligned vision, both on and off of the mat, is supported by her clear ability to hold transformative space for all students. Marla is the owner and operator of Serendipity Yoga Studio in Greencastle IN. Please feel free to check out her facebook page serendipity yoga. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Marla at marlaheltonyoga@gmail.com.
Practicing yoga for over 16 years and finding a growing desire to share it with others led Marla to a beautiful ashram in the mountains of Colorado where she completed her 200 hours of yoga teacher training at Shoshoni in 2013. Classically trained in Shambava yoga, Marla enjoys learning about all the disciplines of yoga and combining those to fit her own unique style of teaching. With over 400 hours of teacher training Marla’s current passion is yoga for healthy aging, yoga as therapy, and functional anatomy. Her well-aligned vision, both on and off of the mat, is supported by her clear ability to hold transformative space for all students. Marla is the owner and operator of Serendipity Yoga Studio in Greencastle IN. Please feel free to check out her facebook page serendipity yoga. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Marla at marlaheltonyoga@gmail.com.