Set sail on an 8-night voyage from Fort Lauderdale and explore the enchanting beauty of Aruba, Curaçao, and Grand Cayman. Departing on February 21, 2026, this journey is not just a cruise; it’s a transformative experience and a first step toward a life free from pain. This retreat is perfect for those yearning to live life without chronic back or neck pain, to play with their kids or grandkids, maintain an active lifestyle of walking, running, and vigorous exercise, and finish a workday without wincing or grimacing.About the Posture Wellness Retreat
Designed for individuals seeking relief from chronic back pain, the Posture Wellness Retreat includes:
- All-Inclusive Cruise: Explore the Southern Caribbean while enjoying luxurious accommodations and amenities aboard the Celebrity Silhouette.
- Gokhale Method Foundation Course: Learn techniques to alleviate pain and improve posture.
- Advanced Alumni Glidewalking Classes: Specialized classes to enhance your walking posture and overall wellness.
- The Core and More – The Pelvic Floor Connection: Learn how to activate your body’s deepest and most essential muscles, starting with the pelvic floor, to achieve proper alignment and prevent injuries.
- Preventing Carpal Tunnel: Take a deeper dive into understanding the forearm, wrist, and finger connection to prevent the common workplace injury of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Bonus: All participants can attend a complimentary nutrition workshop, “Why it Hurts?”. Learn about cellular inflammation, how it affects your health, and quick solutions to reduce inflammation and live a healthier, pain-free life.Accommodation Options
Participants can choose from a variety of staterooms:
- Interior Stateroom: 5 available
- Ocean View Stateroom: 5 available
- Veranda Stateroom: 6 available
Each booking includes our exclusive perks package featuring an all-inclusive drink package and basic Wi-Fi.Pricing and Payment
Enjoy this comprehensive Posture Wellness Retreat on a luxurious cruise for as low as $2534.99 USD per person. This all-inclusive price covers your cruise fare, taxes, and the entire wellness program. Ensure your journey toward a pain-free lifestyle by making the full payment by October 10, 2025. Please note that airfare and hotel fees before and after the cruise are not included in this cost.
Reserve your spot today and embrace the change! Book before September 15, 2025, to receive a complimentary Primal Posture DVD and a 10% discount on recommended posture rehabilitation products.
Dr. Vera Baziuk, B.Sc., D.C.
Dr. Vera Baziuk has been a chiropractor since 2002, receiving her education at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) in Toronto. She became a certified Gokhale Method teacher in April 2023 and has been helping her patients and new students learn how to realign their bodies to live pain-free. She came across a posted interview with Esther Gokhale and Dr. Mercola and from that interview, Dr. Vera Baziuk had another career moment. The way Esther spoke of the spine, the pelvis and back pain, Dr. Vera immediately knew that Esther’s work and teachings are quintessential for anyone who suffers with back or neck pain. In 2022, Dr. Vera Baziuk took teacher training with Esther in Palo Alto where she met her colleague, Sigrun Franzen, a success piano teacher immersed in Tuabman technique. Dr. Vera became a certified Gokhale Method teacher in April 2023 and is enjoying helping her patients and new students learn how to re-align their bodies to live pain free.
Sigrun Franzen
A skilled practitioner and colleague of Dr. Baziuk, Sigrun Franzen brings a wealth of experience in posture correction techniques, making her an invaluable part of the retreat team. Sigrun, a piano teacher, attended a Gokhale Method Foundations class after a bout of back pain and sciatica stopped her in her tracks. She was struck by the Gokhale Method’s approach to posture- practical, effective, and lasting. Sitting and standing gradually became more comfortable, and she no longer dreaded the long teaching days.
Sigrun has devoted her career to teaching healthy piano technique that prevents and rehabilitates injury and promotes easy musicianship and clarity. She hears adults describe their high school piano lessons with phrases like ‘my hands were too small’, ‘I could never play fast’, or ‘I just wasn’t very good’. In a similar way, people suffering from pain often say things like ‘I’m getting older, no wonder my back hurts’ or ‘my body fell apart at 40.’ Just as a better technical education could likely have helped those adult pianists, attention to upright and relaxed posture can help so many people with pain.
Her motto is “If they could they would”. Students often feel like they are the problem. In reality, they are often just missing information – and the steps necessary to succeed. She recognizes the frustration in not knowing what to do in order to change. So, it is often surprising and delightful for students to discover that for many problems, there is simply a better way!
Sigrun loves nonfiction and learning languages. She runs with her dogs, and barters her piano teaching for positive reinforcement dog training. She became a Gokhale Method teacher to help others learn solutions to chronic pain, and enjoy the activities again that give their life meaning.
What’s Included
Your investment in the Posture Wellness Retreat covers:
- Southern Caribbean Cruise aboard the Celebrity Silhouette
- Choice of Interior, Oceanview, or Veranda Staterooms
- Celebrity Cruise Silhouette Perks Package:
- All Drinks Package – soda and alcoholic.
- Basic Wi-Fi
- Gokhale Method Foundations Course – 6 lessons
- Gokhale Method Alumni Classes – 2 one-hour Alumni Advanced Glidewalking classes
- The Core and More – The Pelvic Floor Connection
- Carpal Tunnel Prevention – Deeper Understanding of the Forearm and Wrist
- Bonus:
We have also added a complimentary bonus to the Posture Wellness
Retreat! All participants can attend a nutrition workshop “Why it Hurts?” In
the workshop participants will learn about cellular inflammation, how it
affects your health and pain presentation. You will learn quick and easy
solutions to reduce the level of inflammation and further increase your
chances of living a healthier and pain-free life.
Meet and Greet
We have included a Meet and Greet! On the evening of February 21, 2026, prior
to our scheduled dinner time of 6:00 pm, we would love to meet, as a group on
Deck 5 in an area of the ship call Ensemble Lounge starting at 5:00 PM.
Here we can introduce ourselves to the group and we can begin to get to know
each other as we embark on the 8- day cruise Posture Wellness Retreat.
Afterwards we will have our first dining experience together seating for which will
be at 6:00 pm every night to follow. At dinner, we can further enjoy getting to
know one another.
Posture Rehabilitation
At the heart of the Posture Wellness Retreat is the Gokhale Method Foundations Course and Alumni Classes. Participants will receive in-person, hands-on instruction from Dr. Vera Baziuk and Sigrun Franzen.
Gokhale Method The foundations course is a series of six lessons focusing on lengthening, strengthening, and reshaping the spine. Learn proper sitting, standing, bending, sleeping, and walking techniques to transform your everyday actions into practices that naturally rebuild and fortify your body.
The Core and More – The Pelvic Floor Connection Unlock the secrets to full-body strength and stability. Learn how to activate your body’s deepest and most essential muscles, starting with the pelvic floor, to achieve proper alignment and prevent injuries.
Carpal Tunnel Prevention Understand the forearm, wrist, and finger connection to prevent the common workplace injury of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Nutrition Bonus – Why it Hurts! Join Dr. Vera Baziuk for an exclusive workshop on inflammation and its profound impact on your health. Learn about cellular inflammation, how your diet influences it, and follow a proven system to reduce inflammation and feel better.FAQ
What is the Gokhale Method? The Gokhale Method teaches optimal posture and pain relief techniques, offering expert guidance on proper sitting, standing, and movement for natural body alignment. It is effective for alleviating back and neck pain and improving posture for better function and appearance.
Can I attend the retreat alone? Yes, you can. The prices listed are per stateroom based on double occupancy. Single occupancy rates are available upon request.
Can I bring someone who doesn’t want to participate in the Gokhale Method? Yes, you can bring a companion who can enjoy the cruise amenities while you attend the retreat classes.
Are there any health requirements for sailing with Celebrity? Please read Celebrity Cruises’ Healthy at Sea information sheet for their policies regarding health and sailing. Passports are required for international travel.
Is airfare and accommodation included in the price? No, airfare and Fort Lauderdale accommodation are not included. You will need to arrange your own travel and lodging before and after the cruise.Book Your Spot Today!
Don’t miss this opportunity to embark on a journey toward a pain-free life while enjoying a luxurious Caribbean cruise. Reserve your spot now by calling (780) 705-3111 or visiting our website at Advanced Wellness Chiropractic.
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